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3. Unhook the two hold

down clips located on the

engine air cleaner/filter housing cover.

4. Lift the housing cover and air duct assembly

away from the housing, toward the engine and
hold them there.

5. Remove the old air filter element from the housing.

6. To install the new engine air cleaner/filter, reverse

the steps.

Summary of Contents for 2002 Intrigue

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Page 3: ...General 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 y...

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 12 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 Re...

Page 8: ...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 vehicle is not moving...

Page 9: ...on by sliding the control up or down D Raise or lower the front portion of the seat cushion by sliding the front of the control up or down D Raise or lower the rear portion of the seat cushion by slid...

Page 10: ...the top part of the switch once The circle next to HI on the switch will light indicating the HI setting has been selected To turn the system off press the lower part of the switch once The light shou...

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: ...ipped This feature enables you to have direct access to the trunk from the rear seat of the vehicle The tabs to pull the split folding rear seat down are located on the outboard sides of the rear seat...

Page 13: ...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 14: ...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 15: ...1 9 Put someone on it Get it up to speed Then stop the vehicle The rider doesn t stop...

Page 16: ...1 10 The person keeps going until stopped by something In a real vehicle it could be the windshield or the instrument panel...

Page 17: ...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 18: ...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 19: ...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 20: ...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 21: ...t adjuster to the desired position You can move the adjuster up just by pushing up on the shoulder belt guide After you move the adjuster to where you want it try to move it down without squeezing the...

Page 22: ...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 23: ...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 24: ...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 25: ...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 26: ...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 27: ...e way as the driver s safety belt except for one thing If you ever pull the shoulder portion of the belt out all the way you will engage the child restraint locking feature If this happens just let th...

Page 28: ...te at all in rollover rear or low speed frontal crashes or in many side crashes And for some unrestrained occupants air bags may provide less protection in frontal crashes than more forceful air bags...

Page 29: ...em is designed for them Young children and infants need the protection that a child restraint system can provide Always secure children properly in your vehicle To read how see the part of this manual...

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: ...design so that it can be somewhat above or below this range If your vehicle strikes something that will move or deform such as a parked car the threshold level will be higher The air bag is not design...

Page 32: ...it quickly deflates so quickly that some people may not even realize the air bag inflated Some components of the air bag module the steering wheel hub for the driver s air bag or the instrument panel...

Page 33: ...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 commands air bag inflation and driver...

Page 34: ...ill inflate during improper service You can be injured if you are close to an air bag when it inflates Avoid yellow connectors They are probably part of the air bag system Be sure to follow proper ser...

Page 35: ...lightly to unlock it Then pull the belt across you more slowly 2 Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure When the shoulder belt is pul...

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: ...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 To unlatch the belt just push t...

Page 38: ...itions 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...

Page 39: ...lastic 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 elast...

Page 40: ...houlder To remove and store the comfort guides squeeze the belt edges together so that you can take them out of the guides Pull the guide upward to expose its storage clip and then slide the guide ont...

Page 41: ...elt 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 Safe...

Page 42: ...ldren up to some age must be restrained while in a vehicle Infants and Young Children Every time infants and young children ride in vehicles they should have the protection provided by the appropriate...

Page 43: ...hildren who are up against or very close to any air bag when it inflates can be seriously injured or killed Air bags plus lap shoulder belts offer outstanding protection for adults and older children...

Page 44: ...raint will have a label saying that it meets federal motor vehicle safety standards The restraint manufacturer s instructions that come with the restraint state the weight and height limitations for a...

Page 45: ...he child s abdomen In a crash the belt would apply force on a body area that s unprotected by any bony structure This alone could cause serious or fatal injuries Young children always should be secure...

Page 46: ...ack of the infant The harness system holds the infant in place and in a crash acts to keep the infant positioned in the restraint A forward facing child seat C E provides restraint for the child s bod...

Page 47: ...child restraints have used the adult belt system in the vehicle To help reduce the chance of injury the child also has to be secured within the restraint The vehicle s belt system secures the add on c...

Page 48: ...at General Motors therefore recommends that child restraints be secured in the rear seat including an infant riding in a rear facing infant seat a child riding in a forward facing child seat and an ol...

Page 49: ...d follow the instructions for your child restraint If yours requires that the top strap be anchored don t use the restraint unless it is anchored properly If the child restraint does not have a top st...

Page 50: ...e placed Once you have the top strap anchored you ll be ready to secure the child restraint itself Tighten the top strap when and as the child restraint manufacturer s instructions say Your vehicle ha...

Page 51: ...is child restraint system each seating position with the LATCH system will have a dot on the seatback directly above the anchor In order to use the system you need either a forward facing child restra...

Page 52: ...anchorage points the restraint won t be able to protect a child sitting there In a crash the child could be seriously injured or killed Make sure that a LATCH type child restraint is properly installe...

Page 53: ...child restraint is forward facing attach the top strap to the top strap anchor See Top Strap in the Index Tighten the top strap according to the child restraint instructions 5 Push and pull the child...

Page 54: ...ons say 1 Put the restraint on the seat 2 Pick up the latch plate and run the lap and shoulder portions of the vehicle s safety belt through or around the restraint The child restraint instructions wi...

Page 55: ...a forward facing child restraint you may find it helpful to use your knee to push down on the child restraint as you tighten the belt 6 Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be...

Page 56: ...the instructions that came with the child restraint Secure the 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...

Page 57: ...down on the child restraint If you re using a forward facing child restraint you may find it helpful to use your knee to push down on the child restraint as you tighten the belt 6 Push and pull the c...

Page 58: ...r facing child restraint in this 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 This is because the...

Page 59: ...s 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 latch plate and run the lap and shoulder portions of the...

Page 60: ...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 61: ...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 62: ...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 63: ...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 64: ...frayed safety belts may not protect you in a crash They can rip apart under impact forces If a belt is torn or frayed get a new one right away Also look for any opened or broken air bag covers and ha...

Page 65: ...n Positions 2 22 Starting Your Engine 2 23 Engine Coolant Heater Option 2 24 Automatic Transaxle Operation 2 29 Parking Brake 2 30 Shifting Into PARK P 2 32 Shifting Out of PARK P 2 33 Parking Over Th...

Page 66: ...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 67: ...r s window will open a small amount If the switch is moved all the way back the window will go all the way down To stop the window while it is lowering tap the switch forward To raise the window press...

Page 68: ...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 69: ...s that can help prevent theft But you can have a lot of trouble getting into your vehicle if you ever lock your key inside You may have to damage your vehicle to get in So be sure you have an extra ke...

Page 70: ...be unable 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 ent...

Page 71: ...wer door lock switches located on the front doors inside the vehicle or by pressing LOCK on the remote keyless entry transmitter if equipped After pressing one of the power door lock switches or the k...

Page 72: ...mber of chimes tells you which mode your vehicle is set for If you do not wish to change the current mode you can either exit the programming mode by following the instructions listed here or program...

Page 73: ...e factory To determine the mode to which your vehicle is programmed or to program your vehicle to a different mode do the following 1 Close all doors and turn the ignition switch to ON 2 Press and hol...

Page 74: ...vehicle cannot be opened from the inside when this feature is in use If you want to open the rear door when the security lock is on unlock the door from the inside and then open the door from the outs...

Page 75: ...now set You can either exit the programming mode by following the instructions above or program the next feature available on your vehicle Remote Keyless Entry System If Equipped If your vehicle has...

Page 76: ...r vehicles or objects may be blocking the signal Take a few steps to the left or right hold the transmitter higher and try again D Check to determine if battery replacement is necessary See the instru...

Page 77: ...the ignition is turned to ON or D 110 seconds has elapsed Remote Activation Verification RAV This feature helps provide audible and or visible feedback that a remote keyless entry lock or unlock comma...

Page 78: ...not wish to change the current mode you can either exit the programming mode by following the instructions listed here or program the next feature available on your vehicle 4 Each additional press of...

Page 79: ...for up to a year will not change or delete any previously programmed modes Illumination on Remote Activation This feature is included on vehicles with the remote keyless entry system The interior ill...

Page 80: ...not to touch any of the circuitry Static from your body transferred to these surfaces may damage the transmitter To replace the battery do the following 1 Insert a flat object like a coin into the slo...

Page 81: ...D Turn the fan on your heating or cooling system to its highest speed with the setting on VENT That will force outside air into your vehicle See Comfort Controls in the Index D If you have air outlets...

Page 82: ...up to open the trunk from the inside Trap Resistant Trunk Kit To help prevent a child from becoming trapped in your trunk you can order a trap resistant trunk kit from your dealer This kit includes D...

Page 83: ...spot close all windows and lock your vehicle Remember to keep your valuables out of sight Put them in a storage area or take them with you Parking Lots Even if you park in a lot where someone will be...

Page 84: ...ock system is not working properly and must be serviced by your dealer Your vehicle is not protected by Passlock at this time You may also want to check the fuse See Fuses and Circuit Breakers in the...

Page 85: ...l the way in Turn 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 B ACCESSORY This position lets y...

Page 86: ...ou do you could damage the transaxle Shift to PARK P only when your vehicle is stopped 1 With your foot off the accelerator pedal turn your ignition key to START When the engine starts let go of the k...

Page 87: ...ormal starting procedure NOTICE Your engine is designed to work with the electronics in your vehicle If you add electrical parts or accessories you could change the way the engine operates Before addi...

Page 88: ...n 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 p...

Page 89: ...y CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued 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 t...

Page 90: ...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 91: ...something may be wrong with a transaxle system sensor If you drive very far that way your vehicle can be damaged If this happens have your vehicle serviced right away Until then you can use SECOND 2...

Page 92: ...an 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 93: ...h your left foot When you lift your left foot the parking brake pedal will follow it to the released position A warning chime will sound if the parking brake is set the ignition is in ON and the shift...

Page 94: ...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 with your left foot 2 M...

Page 95: ...hift lever away from PARK P without first pushing the shift lever button If you can it means that the shift lever wasn t fully locked into PARK P Torque Lock If you are parking on a hill and you don t...

Page 96: ...the shift lever by pushing it all the way into PARK P while keeping the brake pedal pushed down Release the shift lever button as you maintain brake application Then move the shift lever out of PARK...

Page 97: ...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 98: ...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...

Page 99: ...the steering column To tilt the wheel hold the wheel and pull the lever Move the wheel to a comfortable level then release the lever to lock the wheel in place Turn Signal Multifunction Lever The lev...

Page 100: ...faster than normal 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...

Page 101: ...per speed can only be adjusted when the lever is in the INT position Use this position for light rain or snow LO Low Speed Move the lever up to the first setting past INT for steady wiping at low spee...

Page 102: ...CAUTION In freezing weather don t use your washer until the windshield is warmed Otherwise the washer fluid can form ice on the windshield blocking your vision The LOW WASHER FLUID light located on t...

Page 103: ...a steady speed So don t use your cruise control on winding roads or in heavy traffic D Cruise control can be dangerous on slippery roads On such roads fast changes in tire traction can cause needless...

Page 104: ...e instrument panel to turn it on A light in the button will indicate that the system is on 2 Get up to the speed you want 3 Press the COAST SET button located on your steering wheel and release it 4 T...

Page 105: ...the steering wheel Hold it there until you get up to the speed you want and then release the button To increase your speed in very small amounts press the RES ACCEL button briefly and then release it...

Page 106: ...n steep hills Ending Cruise Control There are three ways to cancel the cruise control D Step lightly on the brake pedal D press CLEAR located on the steering wheel or D press the CRUISE button located...

Page 107: ...easier for others to see the front of your vehicle 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...

Page 108: ...parking lamp position Your parking lamps will remain illuminated and your headlamps will turn off The fog lamps if equipped will also be lit if they were on when you changed to the parking lamp posit...

Page 109: ...f your headlamps are on in the daylight Without turning the courtesy lamps on turn the instrument panel brightness thumbwheel all the way to the top The radio season trip odometer gearshift selection...

Page 110: ...vation is a standard feature intended to provide enhanced security and convenience by allowing the driver to activate the vehicle interior illumination without unlocking or opening any vehicle door Th...

Page 111: ...l be cancelled though the interior lamps will remain on because a door is open Exit Illumination To see better when exiting your vehicle at night your vehicle is equipped with an exit illumination fea...

Page 112: ...trument panel brightness thumbwheel all the way up or D open or close and reopen a door that is closed If the vehicle has less than 15 miles 25 km on the odometer the battery saver will turn off the l...

Page 113: ...has an eight point compass display located in the upper corner of the mirror face When the compass display is turned on the compass automatically calibrates as the vehicle is driven The button to turn...

Page 114: ...omic Rearview with Compass in the Index for more information The mirror has an eight point compass display in the upper right corner of the mirror face and a three button OnStar system There are also...

Page 115: ...aving the factory It will be necessary to adjust the compass to compensate for compass variance if you live outside zone eight Under certain circumstances such as during a long distance cross country...

Page 116: ...e position You can fold the mirrors in before entering a car wash Pull the mirrors inward toward the vehicle Push them back out when finished Convex Outside Mirror Your passenger s side mirror is conv...

Page 117: ...l loads like grocery bags behind the net It can help keep them from falling over during sharp turns or quick starts and stops The net isn t for larger heavier loads Store them in the trunk as far forw...

Page 118: ...when the cover is opened Accessory Power Outlets Accessory power outlets can be used to plug in electrical equipment such as a cellular telephone a compact disc player a CB radio etc The accessory po...

Page 119: ...th the accessory power outlets and could result in blown vehicle or adapter fuses If you experience a problem see your dealer for additional information on the accessory power outlets When adding elec...

Page 120: ...ed the system will automatically reset and redial This ensures connection to the center there is no additional action required Press the Communication button to cancel the automatic redial Emergency B...

Page 121: ...o effective communications using the OnStar system Optimum cellular reception can be obtained when the mast is straight up and down OnStar Services The following services are available within OnStar s...

Page 122: ...Support An advisor can provide directions or guidance to most places you want to go In addition they can help you locate gas stations rest areas ATM s hospitals hotels stores eateries and more D Ride...

Page 123: ...r Sunroof Option The sunroof includes a sliding glass panel and a sunshade The switch to control the sunroof is located in the headliner on the roof panel It works only when the ignition is on or when...

Page 124: ...ept any interference including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device Changes and modifications to this system by other than an authorized service facility could void authorizat...

Page 125: ...gins to flash rapidly This may take up to 90 seconds If you have trouble programming HomeLink make sure that you have followed the directions exactly as described and that the battery in the hand held...

Page 126: ...it may be helpful to have another person assist in programming the transmitter 2 Press the Learn or Smart button on the garage door opener motor head unit An indicator light will begin to flash when t...

Page 127: ...the signal is being transmitted Erasing Channels To erase all three programmed channels hold down the two outside buttons on HomeLink until the indicator light begins to flash approximately 20 seconds...

Page 128: ...2 64 The Instrument Panel Your Information System...

Page 129: ...Button G Hazard Warning Button H Instrument Panel Fuse Block I Instrument Panel Brightness Thumbwheel J Fog Lamp Switch If Equipped K Trunk Lid Release Button L Storage Bin M Trip Odometer N Tilt Whee...

Page 130: ...le is running You ll know how fast you re going about how much fuel is in your tank and many other things you need to drive safely and economically United States version shown Canada similar Your inst...

Page 131: ...odometer set to the mileage of the old odometer cluster if at all possible 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 n...

Page 132: ...ning 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...

Page 133: ...o about it Please follow this manual s advice Waiting to do repairs can be costly and even dangerous So please get to know your warning lights and gages They re a big help Safety Belt Reminder Light W...

Page 134: ...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 135: ...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 Brake System Warning Light Your vehicle s hydraulic brake system...

Page 136: ...ave a brake problem A warning chime will sound if your parking brake is set and the transaxle is not in PARK P or NEUTRAL N Anti Lock Brake System Warning Light United States Canada With the anti lock...

Page 137: ...button located on the console the warning light will come on and stay on To turn the system back on press the button again The warning light should go off See Traction Control System in the Index for...

Page 138: ...ctive LOW TRAC Light Your LOW TRAC Low Traction Active light may come on for one of the following reasons D The Precision Control System PCS if equipped is active and is adjusting brake pressure to he...

Page 139: ...e warning light 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...

Page 140: ...nt The SERVICE ENGINE SOON or CHECK ENGINE light comes on and a chime will sound to indicate that there is a problem and service is required Malfunctions often will be indicated by the system before a...

Page 141: ...ed 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 repair...

Page 142: ...ion by considering the following Did you recently put fuel into your vehicle If so reinstall the fuel cap making sure to fully install the cap See Filling Your Tank in the Index The diagnostic system...

Page 143: ...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 144: ...s on but the engine is not running This is normal The light comes on as a test to show you it s working but the light should go out when you turn the ignition to ON If it doesn t come on with the igni...

Page 145: ...s turned to ON the LOW OIL light will briefly come on If the light does not flash have it fixed so it will be ready to warn you if there s a problem If the light stays on stop the vehicle on a level s...

Page 146: ...ex To reset the GM Oil Life System tsee How to Reset the Change Oil Light in the Index Security Light This light will come on when you turn the key to START and will stay on until the engine starts If...

Page 147: ...e bulb may need to be replaced See your dealer to have it fixed right away If this light appears while you re driving your vehicle is low on washer fluid Be sure to refill the tank as soon as possible...

Page 148: ...s than half the fuel tank s capacity to fill it D The gage pointer may move while cornering braking or speeding up D The gage may not indicate empty when the ignition is turned off Low Fuel Warning Li...

Page 149: ...indow Defogger 3 11 Ventilation System 3 12 Audio Systems 3 12 Setting the Clock 3 13 AM FM Stereo with Compact Disc Player and Programmable Equalization and Radio Data System RDS 3 21 AM FM Stereo wi...

Page 150: ...OFF The fan must be on for the air conditioning compressor to operate If the airflow seems very low when the fan knob is turned to the highest setting regardless of the mode setting your passenger co...

Page 151: ...r will run automatically in this setting unless the outside temperature is below 38_F 3 3_C Even when the compressor is running you can control the temperature Defroster This setting directs most of t...

Page 152: ...ng on hot days use the vent outlets with the temperature knob turned to the blue area With the A C button and the outside air button pressed in the system will bring in outside air and cool it On cool...

Page 153: ...ndows To defrost the windows quickly turn the fan to a high setting and use defrost with the temperature knob turned all the way to the red area To warm passengers while keeping the windows clear use...

Page 154: ...perature will not be shown in the display Off Button Press the OFF button to turn the system off The display will show OFF and outside temperature Manual Control of the Automatic System If you prefer...

Page 155: ...to go to the floor ducts and half to the defrost and side window vents The air conditioning compressor will run automatically in this setting unless the outside temperature is below 38_F 3 3_C Even w...

Page 156: ...aximum setting will not cause the system to heat or cool any faster ECON Economy Air Conditioning Press the ECON button to turn the compressor on and off The indicator light is illuminated when the co...

Page 157: ...side air heat it and send it to the floor ducts If your vehicle has an engine coolant heater you can use it to help your system provide warm air faster when it s cold outside 0_F 18_C or lower An engi...

Page 158: ...defogger will only run for about seven and one half minutes automatic control or five minutes manual control before turning off You can also turn it off by turning off the ignition or pressing the bu...

Page 159: ...Ventilation Tips D Keep the hood and front air inlet free of ice snow or any other obstruction such as leaves The heater and defroster will work far better reducing the chance of fogging the inside o...

Page 160: ...With RAP you can play your audio system even after the ignition is turned off See Retained Accessory Power RAP in the Index Setting the Clock Press and hold HR until the correct hour appears The lette...

Page 161: ...or road and wind noise as you drive Set the volume at the desired level Press this button to select MIN MED or MAX Each higher choice allows for more volume compensation at faster vehicle speeds Then...

Page 162: ...hear a double beep and the P will blink with the preset number The radio will go to the first preset station stored on your pushbuttons play for a few seconds then go on to the next preset station Pr...

Page 163: ...display and AUTO EQ will switch to one of the preset program types To return to the manual mode press the AUTO EQ button until MANUAL appears on the display Then you will be able to manually adjust th...

Page 164: ...on name the time of day and a Program Type PTY for their current programming Finding a PTY Preset Station To find a PTY preset station perform the following steps 1 Press the P TYPE button to turn on...

Page 165: ...elected PTY TYPE and the last selected PTY will appear on the display if it is not already showing Press SEEK a second time to seek If a station with the selected PTY is not found the radio will retur...

Page 166: ...t does When the radio finds a station that broadcasts traffic announcements it will stop If no station is found NO TRAFFIC will appear on the display When a traffic announcement comes on the current r...

Page 167: ...Release 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...

Page 168: ...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 169: ...decrease volume SCV Speed Compensated Volume With SCV your audio system adjusts automatically to make up for road and wind noise as you drive Set the volume at the desired level Press this button to...

Page 170: ...ll hear a double beep and the P will blink with the preset number The radio will go to the first preset station stored on your pushbuttons play for a few seconds then go on to the next preset station...

Page 171: ...ll be able to manually adjust the bass midrange and treble using the AUDIO button If your vehicle has the Bose radio the AUTO EQ button will work the same except the radio will display EQ1 through EQ6...

Page 172: ...ming Finding a PTY Preset Station To find a PTY preset station perform the following steps 1 Press the P TYPE button to turn on PTY select PTY will be displayed and the light next to the button will t...

Page 173: ...elected PTY TYPE and the last selected PTY will appear on the display if it is not already showing Press SEEK a second time to seek If a station with the selected PTY is not found the radio will retur...

Page 174: ...ct disc will stay in the player and resume play at the point where it stopped INFO Information If the current station has a message INFO will appear on the display Press this button to see the message...

Page 175: ...D Dolby Press this pushbutton to reduce background noise DOLBY ON will appear on the display with the Dolby symbol Press it again to turn Dolby off Dolby Noise Reduction is manufactured under a licen...

Page 176: ...o the cassette tape slot to eject a tape Eject may be activated with either the ignition or radio off Cassettes may be loaded with the radio and ignition off if this button is pressed first Cassette T...

Page 177: ...the display If an error appears on the display see Compact Disc Messages later in this section 1 REV Reverse Press and hold this pushbutton to reverse quickly within a track You will hear sound at a...

Page 178: ...the radio Press TP CD to switch between the tape and compact disc if both are loaded The inactive tape or CD will remain safely inside the radio for future listening The display will show the TAPE an...

Page 179: ...ht will come on above the THEFTLOCK logo to indicate a locked condition If this occurs the radio will have to be returned to the dealer Audio Steering Wheel Controls If Equipped If your vehicle has th...

Page 180: ...and harmful to your hearing Take precautions by adjusting the volume control on your radio to a safe sound level before your hearing adapts to it To help avoid hearing loss or damage do the following...

Page 181: ...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 182: ...he surface of a disc is soiled dampen a clean soft cloth in a mild neutral detergent solution and clean it wiping from the center to the edge Be sure never to touch the signal surface when handling di...

Page 183: ...ttach a cellular telephone antenna without interfering with radio reception Chime Level Adjustment The volume level of the vehicle s chimes can be controlled by the radio To change the volume level pr...

Page 184: ...riving 4 6 Control of a Vehicle 4 6 Braking 4 7 Traction Control System Option 4 12 Steering 4 14 Off Road Recovery 4 14 Passing 4 16 Loss of Control 4 17 Driving at Night 4 19 Driving in Rain and on...

Page 185: ...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 186: ...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 187: ...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 188: ...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 189: ...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 190: ...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 191: ...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 192: ...ame time In many emergencies steering can help you more than even the very best braking Traction Control System Option Your vehicle may have a traction control system that limits wheel spin This is es...

Page 193: ...ight 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...

Page 194: ...ou may hear or feel the system working but this is normal You should adjust your driving accordingly See Low Traction Active LOW TRAC Light in the Index United States Canada When you first start the v...

Page 195: ...ver tried to steer a vehicle on wet ice you ll understand this The traction you can get in a curve depends on the condition of your tires and the road surface the angle at which the curve is banked an...

Page 196: ...times you can t there isn t room That s the time for evasive action steering around the problem Your vehicle can perform very well in emergencies like these First apply your brakes See Braking in Emer...

Page 197: ...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 198: ...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 199: ...n skid too much throttle causes the driving wheels to spin A cornering skid is best handled by easing your foot off the accelerator pedal Remember Any traction control system helps avoid only the acce...

Page 200: ...is slippery until your vehicle is skidding Learn to recognize warning clues such as enough water ice or packed snow on the road to make a mirrored surface and slow down when you have any doubt Remembe...

Page 201: ...They may cut down on glare from headlamps but they also make a lot of things invisible You can be temporarily blinded by approaching headlamps It can take a second or two or even several seconds for y...

Page 202: ...suddenly when your reflexes are tuned for driving on dry pavement The heavier the rain the harder it is to see Even if your windshield wiper blades are in good shape a heavy rain can make it harder to...

Page 203: ...in a quick stop and may cause pulling to one side You could lose control of the vehicle After driving through a large puddle of water or a car wash apply your brake pedal lightly until your brakes wor...

Page 204: ...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 205: ...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 206: ...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 207: ...ar 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...

Page 208: ...t let it happen to you If it does your vehicle can leave the road in less than a second and you could crash and be injured What can you do about highway hypnosis First be aware that it can happen The...

Page 209: ...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 210: ...b the hill better D Stay in your own lane when 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...

Page 211: ...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 212: ...em accelerate gently Try not to break the fragile traction If you accelerate too fast the drive wheels will spin and polish the surface under the tires even more Your anti lock brakes improve your veh...

Page 213: ...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 214: ...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 215: ...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 216: ...icle must be towed you should use a dolly See Dolly Towing next in this section for more information Dolly Towing Your vehicle can be towed using a dolly To tow your vehicle using a dolly follow these...

Page 217: ...of people that can be in your vehicle and the total weight you can carry This includes the weight of all occupants cargo and all nonfactory installed options The other label is the Certification label...

Page 218: ...ten 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 put the...

Page 219: ...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 220: ...our vehicle wear in at the heavier loads D Obey speed limit restrictions when towing a trailer Don t drive faster than the maximum posted speed for trailers or no more than 55 mph 90 km h to save wear...

Page 221: ...ll be riding in the vehicle And if you tow a trailer you must add the tongue load to the GVW because your vehicle will be carrying that weight too See Loading Your Vehicle in the Index for more inform...

Page 222: ...y of your vehicle when you install a trailer hitch If you do then be sure to seal the holes later when you remove the hitch If you don t seal them deadly carbon monoxide CO from your exhaust can get i...

Page 223: ...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 224: ...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 225: ...OMATIC OVERDRIVE D Parking on Hills CAUTION You really should not park your vehicle with a trailer attached on a hill If something goes wrong your rig could start to move People can be injured and bot...

Page 226: ...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 belts cooling sys...

Page 227: ...hat can occur on the road 5 2 Hazard Warning Flashers 5 2 Other Warning Devices 5 3 Jump Starting 5 10 Towing Your Vehicle 5 10 Engine Overheating 5 13 Cooling System 5 19 If a Tire Goes Flat 5 20 Cha...

Page 228: ...steering wheel near the air vents The 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 fla...

Page 229: ...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 230: ...ut 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 you...

Page 231: ...can cause battery gas to explode People have been hurt doing this and some have been blinded Use a flashlight if you need more light Be sure the battery has enough water You don t need to add water t...

Page 232: ...e cables here are some basic things you should know Positive will go to positive or to a remote positive terminal if the vehicle has one Negative will go to a heavy unpainted metal engine part or to a...

Page 233: ...n on the vehicle with the dead battery Use a remote positive terminal if the vehicle has one 7 Don t let the other end touch on metal Connect it to the positive terminal location on the vehicle with t...

Page 234: ...al engine part or to a remote negative terminal on the vehicle with the dead battery 9 Connect the other end of the negative cable at least 18 inches 45 cm away from the dead battery but not near engi...

Page 235: ...Good Battery or Remote and Remote Negative Terminals C Dead Battery or Remote Terminal To disconnect the jumper cables from both vehicles do the following 1 Disconnect the black negative cable from t...

Page 236: ...ting Mode This emergency operating mode allows your vehicle to be driven to a safe place in an emergency situation If an overheated engine condition exists an overheat protection mode which alternates...

Page 237: ...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 liqui...

Page 238: ...ing with no sign of steam 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 r...

Page 239: ...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 coo...

Page 240: ...ther 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 a...

Page 241: ...portant that you use only DEX COOLR silicate free coolant If coolant other than DEX COOL is added to the system premature engine heater core or radiator corrosion may result In addition the engine coo...

Page 242: ...e cap is cool before you do it See Engine Coolant in the Index for more information If no coolant is visible in the surge tank add coolant as follows CAUTION Steam and scalding liquids from a hot cool...

Page 243: ...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 244: ...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 stil...

Page 245: ...k out slowly But if you should ever have a blowout here are a few tips about what to expect and what to do If a front tire fails the flat tire will create a drag that pulls the vehicle toward that sid...

Page 246: ...y 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...

Page 247: ...you need is in the trunk 1 Turn the center nut on the compact spare tire cover counterclockwise to remove it Then lift and remove the cover 2 Remove the compact spare tire See Compact Spare Tire in th...

Page 248: ...5 22 3 Turn the nut holding the jack counterclockwise and remove it Then remove the jack and wrench The tools you ll be using include the jack A extension and protector guide B and wheel wrench C...

Page 249: ...cked 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 imp...

Page 250: ...bout 8 inches 20 cm from the rear edge of the front wheel opening B or just behind the two bolts A as shown Put the compact spare near you For jacking at the vehicle s rear location put the jack lift...

Page 251: ...aise the vehicle by turning the jack handle clockwise Raise the vehicle far enough off the ground for the compact spare tire to fit underneath the wheel well 4 Remove all wheel nuts and take off the f...

Page 252: ...ces where the wheel attaches to the vehicle In an emergency you can use a cloth or a paper towel to do this but be sure to use a scraper or wire brush later if you need to to get all the rust or dirt...

Page 253: ...ON Incorrect wheel nuts or improperly tightened wheel nuts can cause the wheel to become loose and even come off This could lead to an accident Be sure to use the correct wheel nuts If you have to rep...

Page 254: ...n loose equipment could strike someone Store all these in the proper place After you ve put the compact spare tire on your vehicle you ll need to store the flat tire in your trunk Use the following pr...

Page 255: ...ore 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 in the Index See the s...

Page 256: ...ou 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 i...

Page 257: ...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 T...

Page 258: ...Passenger Compartment Air Filter 6 20 Automatic Transaxle Fluid 6 24 Engine Coolant 6 27 Cooling System Pressure Cap 6 28 Power Steering Fluid 6 29 Windshield Washer Fluid 6 30 Brakes 6 33 Battery 6...

Page 259: ...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 260: ...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 261: ...our vehicle is certified to meet California Emission Standards see the underhood emission control label it is designed to operate on fuels that meet California specifications If this fuel is not avail...

Page 262: ...thing to your fuel Gasolines containing oxygenates such as ethers and ethanol and reformulated gasolines may be available in your area to contribute to clean air General Motors recommends that you use...

Page 263: ...arks flames and smoking materials away from gasoline The tethered fuel cap is located behind a hinged door on the driver s side of your vehicle While refueling let the fuel cap hang by the tether belo...

Page 264: ...ide of Your Vehicle in the Index When you put the fuel cap back on turn it to the right clockwise until you hear a clicking sound Make sure you fully install the cap The diagnostic system can determin...

Page 265: ...the fill nozzle in contact with the inside of the fill opening before operating the nozzle Contact should be maintained until the filling is complete D Don t smoke while pumping gasoline Checking Thin...

Page 266: ...open the hood do the following 1 Pull the handle inside the vehicle It is located below the instrument panel on the driver s side 2 Then go to the front of the vehicle and release the secondary hood l...

Page 267: ...dshield Washer Fluid Reservoir B Auxiliary Fuse Box C Battery D Remote Positive Terminal E Main Underhood Fuse Box F Engine Coolant Surge Tank G Power Steering Fluid Reservoir H Engine Oil Fill Cap I...

Page 268: ...a to check your engine oil every time you get fuel In order to get an accurate reading the oil must be warm and the vehicle must be on level ground The engine oil dipstick handle is the yellow loop lo...

Page 269: ...oil If your engine has so much oil that the oil level gets above the FULL mark that shows the proper operating range your engine could be damaged The engine oil fill cap is located toward the front o...

Page 270: ...te 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...

Page 271: ...ymbol 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 tempera...

Page 272: ...oil and filter every 3 000 miles 5 000 km or sooner Remember to reset the CHANGE OIL light whenever the oil is changed For the Oil Life System to work properly you must reset the system each time the...

Page 273: ...before disposal Don t ever dispose of oil by putting it in the trash pouring it on the ground into sewers or into streams or bodies of water Instead recycle it by taking it to a place that collects us...

Page 274: ...air cleaner filter housing cover 4 Lift the housing cover and air duct assembly away from the housing toward the engine and hold them there 5 Remove the old air filter element from the housing 6 To i...

Page 275: ...u 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 ca...

Page 276: ...the passenger compartment air filter use the following steps 1 Turn off the ignition when the windshield wipers are in the up position 2 Raise the hood 3 Disconnect the windshield washer pump hose fr...

Page 277: ...t 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 li...

Page 278: ...t the vehicle warmed up by driving about 15 miles 24 km when outside temperatures are above 50_F 10_C If it s colder than 50_F 10_C you may have to drive longer Checking the Fluid Level Prepare your v...

Page 279: ...the Index for more information on location 1 Pull out the dipstick and wipe it with a clean rag or paper towel 2 Push it back in all the way wait three seconds and then pull it back out again 3 Check...

Page 280: ...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 DEXRON...

Page 281: ...inkable 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 tem...

Page 282: ...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 283: ...urning 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 th...

Page 284: ...gine parts are hot enough Don t spill coolant on a hot engine When replacing the pressure cap make sure it is hand tight Cooling System Pressure Cap The cooling system pressure cap is located on the s...

Page 285: ...indicate a problem Have the system inspected and repaired See Engine Compartment Overview in the Index for reservoir location How to Check Power Steering Fluid Turn the key off let the engine compart...

Page 286: ...below freezing use a fluid that has sufficient protection against freezing See Engine Compartment Overview in the Index for reservoir location Adding Washer Fluid United States Canada If the windshiel...

Page 287: ...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 occurs which could damage the tank if it is completely full D D...

Page 288: ...work is done on the brake hydraulic system CAUTION If you have too much brake fluid it can spill on the engine The fluid will burn if the engine is hot enough You or others could be burned and your ve...

Page 289: ...sh it off immediately See Appearance Care in the Index Brake Wear Your vehicle has four wheel disc brakes Disc brake pads have built in wear indicators that make a high pitched warning sound when the...

Page 290: ...top quality and work well together if the vehicle is to have really good braking Your vehicle was designed and tested with top quality GM brake parts When you replace parts of your braking system for...

Page 291: ...battery without getting hurt Contact your dealer to learn how to prepare your vehicle for longer storage periods Also for your audio system see Theft Deterrent Feature in the Index Bulb Replacement F...

Page 292: ...amp retainers to release the assembly locator tabs and take the retainers off At the same time hold the headlamp assembly in position by applying a little pressure against the headlamp lens This preve...

Page 293: ...u are replacing 5 Turn the bulb socket counterclockwise and remove it from the lamp 6 Replace the bulb making sure you don t touch the bulb with your bare hands 7 Reverse Steps 1 through 5 to reinstal...

Page 294: ...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 295: ...ce the horizontal aim is adjusted then adjust the vertical aim A Horizontal Aim Adjustment Screw shown in previous photo B Vertical Aim Adjustment Screw C Horizontal Block Index Plate D Vertical Aimin...

Page 296: ...Twist and pull the bulb socket from the headlamp assembly 4 Holding the base of the bulb pull the old bulb from the socket 5 Push the new bulb into the socket 6 Put the bulb socket back into the head...

Page 297: ...nterclockwise 4 Place the new bulb into the socket 5 Turn the bulb one quarter turn clockwise to install 6 Close the trunk Center High Mounted Stoplamp CHMSL Spoiler Mounted It is recommended that thi...

Page 298: ...g away from the body of the vehicle C 5 Squeeze the tab on the bulb socket and turn the socket counterclockwise 6 Pull out the bulb socket 7 Pull the old bulb out of the socket There are four bulbs on...

Page 299: ...placement blades come in different types and are removed in different ways For the proper type and length see Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts in the Index Here s how to remove the wiper blades 1...

Page 300: ...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 301: ...e 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 Rou...

Page 302: ...s use the correct rotation pattern shown here Don t include the compact spare tire in your tire rotation After the tires have been rotated adjust the front and rear inflation pressures as shown on the...

Page 303: ...ocation of the damage Buying New Tires To find out what kind and size of tires you need look at the Tire Loading Information label The tires installed on your vehicle when it was new had a Tire Perfor...

Page 304: ...ere applicable on the tire sidewall between tread shoulder and maximum section width For example Treadwear 200 Traction AA Temperature A The following information relates to the system developed by th...

Page 305: ...to this tire is based on straight ahead braking traction tests and does not include acceleration cornering hydroplaning or peak traction characteristics Temperature A B C The temperature grades are A...

Page 306: ...e kind of wheel you need Each new wheel should have the same load carrying capacity diameter width offset and be mounted the same way as the one it replaces If you need to replace any of your wheels w...

Page 307: ...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...

Page 308: ...one D Paint Thinner D Turpentine D Lacquer Thinner D Nail Polish Remover They can all be hazardous some more than others and they can all damage your vehicle too Don t use any of these unless this man...

Page 309: ...the section use a sponge to remove any excess cleaner 6 Wipe cleaned area with a clean water dampened towel or cloth 7 Wipe with a clean cloth and let dry Special Fabric Cleaning Problems Stains caus...

Page 310: ...oe 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...

Page 311: ...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 a full strength glass cleaning liquid...

Page 312: ...ey 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 Ext...

Page 313: ...n water After 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 ab...

Page 314: ...underbody If these are not removed accelerated corrosion 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...

Page 315: ...6 58 GM Vehicle Care Appearance Materials...

Page 316: ...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 Ser...

Page 317: ...Windshield Wipers The windshield wiper motor is protected by a circuit breaker and a fuse If the motor overheats due to heavy snow or ice the wiper will stop until the motor cools If the overload is...

Page 318: ...ck in the instrument panel on the passenger s side of the vehicle Pull off the passenger s side cover to expose the fuses Fuse Description NOT USED Not Used CRANK SIGNAL BCM CLUSTER CRANK Instrument P...

Page 319: ...rnering Lamps Fuse Description AIR BAG Air Bag System CLUSTER Instrument Panel Cluster NOT USED Not Used PCM BCM U H RELAY Powertrain Control Module Body Control Module Underhood Ignition Relay RADIO...

Page 320: ...G WHL ILLUM Steering Wheel Radio Switch Illumination FRT PARK LPS Front Parking Lamps Sidemarker Lamps Fuse Description TAIL LAMPS LIC LAMPS Taillamps License Lamps Rear Sidemarker Lamps Rear Sidemark...

Page 321: ...e block B in the engine compartment on the passenger s side of the vehicle See Engine Compartment Overview in the Index for more information on location To remove the auxiliary fuse block cover squeez...

Page 322: ...llowing Maxi Fuses Description 1 Cooling Fans 2 Crank 3 Power Seats Rear Defog Trunk Release 4 HVAC Controls Hazard Flasher CHMSL Body Control Module Stoplamps Power Mirrors 5 HVAC Controls Compass Mi...

Page 323: ...Module 23 Air Conditioning Compressor 24 Blank 25 Fuel Injectors Electronic Ignition 26 Transmission Solenoid 27 Horn Mini Fuses Description 28 Fuel Injector Electronic Ignition 29 Oxygen Sensor 30 PC...

Page 324: ...mmended Fluids and Lubricants in the Index for more information Automatic Transaxle After Complete Overhaul 10 0 quarts 9 5 L Pan Removal and Replacement 7 4 quarts 7 0 L When draining replacing the c...

Page 325: ...at service work on your air conditioning system be performed by a qualified technician Air Conditioning Refrigerant R 134a 2 25 lbs 1 09 kg Use Refrigerant R134a System Normal Maintenance Replacement...

Page 326: ...services to retain its safety dependability and emission control performance 7 2 Introduction 7 4 Part A Scheduled Maintenance Services 7 5 Scheduled Maintenance 7 15 Part B Owner Checks and Services...

Page 327: ...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 328: ...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 329: ...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 330: ...aintenance Inspections following Footnotes The U S Environmental Protection Agency or the California Air Resources Board has determined that the failure to perform this maintenance item will not nulli...

Page 331: ...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 332: ...Scheduled Maintenance 7 7...

Page 333: ...Scheduled Maintenance 7 8...

Page 334: ...ce See footnote j Replace passenger compartment air filter If you drive regularly under dusty conditions the filter may require replacement more often j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation i...

Page 335: ...pection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 45 000 Miles 75 000 km j Inspect engine air cleaner filter if you are driving in dusty conditions...

Page 336: ...In hilly or mountainous terrain When doing frequent trailer towing Uses such as found in taxi police or delivery service If you do not use your vehicle under any of these conditions change the fluid...

Page 337: ...00 km j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 75 000 Miles 125 000 km j Inspect engine air cleaner filter if yo...

Page 338: ...ns the filter may require replacement more often j Replace engine air cleaner filter An Emission Control Service j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation patter...

Page 339: ...d 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 f...

Page 340: ...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 341: ...cation 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...

Page 342: ...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 343: ...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...

Page 344: ...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 345: ...em 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 wear Do not lub...

Page 346: ...lant 50 50 mixture of clean drinkable 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 Supr...

Page 347: ...ubricant 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 Multi Purpose Lubricant SuperlubeR GM Par...

Page 348: ...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 349: ...7 24 Maintenance Record DATE ODOMETER READING SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED...

Page 350: ...7 25 Maintenance Record DATE ODOMETER READING SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED...

Page 351: ...7 26 Maintenance Record DATE ODOMETER READING SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED...

Page 352: ...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 353: ...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 354: ...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 355: ...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 356: ...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 357: ...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 358: ...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 359: ...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 360: ...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 361: ...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 362: ...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 363: ...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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