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Section 5

Problems on the Road

Here you’ll find what to do about some problems that can occur on the road.

Hazard Warning Flashers

Other Warning Devices

Jump Starting

Towing Your Vehicle

Engine Overheating

Cooling System

If a Tire Goes Flat

Changing a Flat Tire

Compact Spare Tire

If You’re Stuck: In Sand, Mud, Ice or Snow

Summary of Contents for ALERO 2001

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Page 3: ...i 2001 Oldsmobile Alero Owner s Manual Litho in U S A Part Number 22628010 A First Edition...

Page 4: ...ignal Multifunction Lever Windshield Wipers Cruise Control Exterior and Interior Lamps Mirrors Storage Compartments Convenience Net If Equipped Accessory Power Outlet Sunroof Option Instrument Panel W...

Page 5: ...ing Your Vehicle Towing a Trailer Heating and Air Conditioning Setting the Radio Clock Radio Cassette Player CD Player Radio Theft Deterrent Feature Hazard Warning Flashers Jump Starting Towing Your V...

Page 6: ...tenance Inspections Recommended Fluids and Lubricants Maintenance Records Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement Tires and Wheels Appearance Care Electrical System Fuses and Circuit Breakers Capacities an...

Page 7: ...e it to quickly find something you want to read Section 8 Customer Satisfaction Procedures Customer Assistance Offices Roadside Assistance and Courtesy Transportation Warranty Information See Warranty...

Page 8: ...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 9: ...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 10: ...thing that can damage your vehicle Many times this damage would not be covered by your warranty and it could be costly But the notice will tell you what to do to help avoid the damage When you read ot...

Page 11: ...ave to do with your lamps MASTER LIGHTING SWITCH TURN SIGNALS PARKING LAMPS HAZARD WARNING FLASHER DAYTIME RUNNING LAMPS FOG LAMPS These symbols are on some of your controls WINDSHIELD WIPER WINDSHIEL...

Page 12: ...e Oil See Section 6 Engine Oil Dipstick 2 4L L4 Engine See Section 6 Cooling System See Section 5 Secondary Hood Release See Section 6 Windshield Washer Fluid See Section 6 Spare Tire Pressure See Sec...

Page 13: ...People Ask About Safety Belts and the Answers 1 13 How to Wear Safety Belts Properly 1 13 Driver Position 1 20 Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy 1 21 Right Front Passenger Position 1 21 Supplemental Re...

Page 14: ...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 15: ...ated under the front of the driver s seat to unlock it Slide the seat to where you want it Then release the lever and try to move the seat with your body to make sure the seat is locked into place To...

Page 16: ...or down D Raise 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...

Page 17: ...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 18: ...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 19: ...TION 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...

Page 20: ...ou can hit things inside the vehicle or be ejected from it You can be seriously injured or killed In the same crash you might not be if you are buckled up Always fasten your safety belt and check that...

Page 21: ...shes are mild and some crashes can be so serious that even buckled up a person wouldn t survive But most crashes are in between In many of them people who buckle up can survive and sometimes walk away...

Page 22: ...1 10 Put someone on it Get it up to speed Then stop the vehicle The rider doesn t stop...

Page 23: ...1 11 The person keeps going until stopped by something In a real vehicle it could be the windshield or the instrument panel...

Page 24: ...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 25: ...Safety Belts Properly Adults This part is only for people of adult size Be aware that there are special things to know about safety belts and children And there are different rules for smaller childr...

Page 26: ...ou more slowly 4 Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure If the belt isn t long enough see Safety Belt Extender at the end of this sec...

Page 27: ...e best able to take belt restraining forces The safety belt locks if there s a sudden stop or crash or if you pull the belt very quickly out of the retractor Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster 4 Door Model...

Page 28: ...d neck but not falling off your shoulder Q What s wrong with this A The shoulder belt is too loose It won t give nearly as much protection this way CAUTION You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder b...

Page 29: ...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 30: ...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 31: ...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 32: ...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 33: ...traint System SRS This part explains the Supplemental Restraint System SRS or air bag system Your vehicle has air bags one air bag for the driver and another air bag for the right front passenger Fron...

Page 34: ...could seriously injure you Safety belts help keep you in position before and during a crash Always wear your safety belt even with air bags The driver should sit as far back as possible while still ma...

Page 35: ...l The system checks the air bag electrical system for malfunctions The light tells you if there is an electrical problem See Air Bag Readiness Light in the Index for more information How the Air Bag S...

Page 36: ...ween an occupant and an air bag the bag might not inflate properly or it might force the object into that person The path of an inflating air bag must be kept clear Don t put anything between an occup...

Page 37: ...ly the vehicle slows down in frontal or near frontal impacts What makes an air bag inflate In an impact of sufficient severity the air bag sensing system detects that the vehicle is in a crash The sen...

Page 38: ...you have breathing problems but can t get out of the vehicle after an air bag inflates then get fresh air by opening a window or door In many crashes severe enough to inflate an air bag windshields a...

Page 39: ...o inflate while someone is working on your vehicle Your dealer and the service manual have information about servicing your vehicle and the air bag system To purchase a service manual see Service and...

Page 40: ...n strike others in the vehicle who are wearing safety belts Rear Seat Outside Passenger Positions Lap Shoulder Belt The positions next to the windows have lap shoulder belts Here s how to wear one pro...

Page 41: ...make sure it is secure If the belt is not long enough see Safety Belt Extender at the end of this section Make sure the release button on the buckle is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the...

Page 42: ...l injuries The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest These parts of the body are best able to take belt restraining forces The safety belt locks if there s a sudden stop or a...

Page 43: ...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 44: ...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 45: ...e shoulder To remove and store the comfort guides squeeze the belt edges together so that you can take them out from the guides Pull the guide upward to expose its storage clip and then slide the guid...

Page 46: ...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 belt To make the belt shorter pull its free end as s...

Page 47: ...s 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 In fact the law in every state in th...

Page 48: ...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 49: ...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 50: ...nfants 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 yo...

Page 51: ...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 52: ...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 53: ...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 54: ...red or killed if the right front passenger s air bag inflates This is because the back of the rear facing child restraint would be very close to the inflating air bag Always secure a rear facing child...

Page 55: ...for many child restraints Ask the child restraint manufacturer whether or not a kit is available In Canada the law requires that forward facing child restraints have a top strap and that the strap be...

Page 56: ...aint itself Tighten the top strap when and as the child restraint manufacturer s instructions say Lower Anchorages and Top Tethers for Children LATCH System Your vehicle may have the LATCH system You...

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Page 58: ...o 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 installed using the anchorage points or use the vehicl...

Page 59: ...uctions 5 Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure To remove the child restraint simply unhook the top strap from the top tether anchor and then disconnect the...

Page 60: ...if needed If the shoulder belt goes in front of the child s face or neck put it behind the child restraint 3 Buckle the belt Make sure the release button is positioned so you would be able to unbuckl...

Page 61: ...lpful 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 directions to be sure it is secure To remove the child restraint jus...

Page 62: ...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 63: ...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 64: ...in the right front seat You ll be using the lap shoulder belt See the earlier part about the top strap if the child restraint has one Be sure to follow the instructions that came with the child restr...

Page 65: ...the belt Make sure the release button is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to 5 Pull the rest of the shoulder belt all the way out of the retractor to...

Page 66: ...e sure it is secure To remove the child restraint just unbuckle the vehicle s safety belt and let it go back all the way The safety belt will move freely again and be ready to work for an adult or lar...

Page 67: ...ld cause severe or even fatal internal injuries in a crash Accident statistics show that children are safer if they are restrained in the rear seat In a crash children who are not buckled up can strik...

Page 68: ...er belt still is on the child s shoulder so that in a crash the child s upper body would have the restraint that belts provide If the child is sitting in a rear seat outside position see Rear Safety B...

Page 69: ...hips just touching the child s thighs This applies belt force to the child s pelvic bones in a crash Safety Belt Extender If the vehicle s safety belt will fasten around you you should use it But if...

Page 70: ...eed regular maintenance Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash If you ve had a crash do you need new belts After a very minor collision nothing may be necessary But if the belts were stretched...

Page 71: ...nt Heater Option 2 26 Automatic Transaxle Operation 2 29 Manual Transaxle Operation 2 31 Parking Brake 2 32 Shifting Into PARK P Automatic Transaxle Only 2 34 Shifting Out of PARK P Automatic Transaxl...

Page 72: ...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 73: ...will open a small amount If the switch is pulled all the way rearward the window will go all the way down To stop the window while it is lowering push the switch forward To raise the window push and...

Page 74: ...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 75: ...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 76: ...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 enter t...

Page 77: ...am 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 78: ...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 vehicles...

Page 79: ...e will allow 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 par...

Page 80: ...de 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 cancel...

Page 81: ...m 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 up t...

Page 82: ...ther 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 or resynchronization is...

Page 83: ...ounding and the lamps are flashing The horn and lamps can be turned off by pressing the horn symbol button again or by turning the ignition to ON Programmable Horn Chirp When you use the remote keyles...

Page 84: ...e your dealer has coded the new transmitter the lost transmitter will not unlock your vehicle Each vehicle can have only four transmitters matched to it Battery Replacement Under normal use the batter...

Page 85: ...nchronization Your remote keyless entry system is equipped with a security system that prevents anyone from recording and playing back your signal The transmitter does not send the same signal twice t...

Page 86: ...t see or smell CO It can cause unconsciousness and even death If you must drive with the trunk lid open or if electrical wiring or other cable connections must pass through the seal between the body a...

Page 87: ...If Equipped Yourremotetrunkreleaseisequippedwithalockoutfeature to help prevent unauthorized entry into the trunk when leavingthevehicleunattended Theswitchislocatedonthe inside of the trunk lid mount...

Page 88: ...ndle located 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...

Page 89: ...u Always do this Your ignition and transaxle 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 valuabl...

Page 90: ...to OFF before attempting to start the engine New Vehicle Break In NOTICE Your vehicle doesn t need an elaborate break in But it will perform better in the long run if you follow these guidelines D Don...

Page 91: ...tool to force it could break the key or the ignition switch If none of this works then your vehicle needs service ACC Accessory B This position unlocks the transaxle It also lets you use things like t...

Page 92: ...s turned from ON to OFF the radio will continue to work up to 10 minutes or until the driver s door is opened Starting Your Engine Automatic Transaxle Move your shift lever to PARK P or NEUTRAL N Your...

Page 93: ...er is very cold below 20_ F or 29_ C push the accelerator pedal about one quarter of the way down while you turn the key to START Do this until the engine starts As soon as it does let go of the key 3...

Page 94: ...Engine In very cold weather 0_F 18_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...

Page 95: ...d of extension cord could overheat and cause a fire You could be seriously injured Plug the cord into a properly grounded three prong 110 volt AC outlet If the cord won t reach use a heavy duty three...

Page 96: ...le if the shift lever is not fully in PARK P with the parking brake firmly set Your vehicle can roll Don t leave your vehicle when the engine is running unless you have to If you have left the engine...

Page 97: ...d could damage your transaxle Shift to REVERSE R only after your vehicle is stopped To rock your vehicle back and forth to get out of snow ice or sand without damaging your transaxle see Stuck In Sand...

Page 98: ...OVERDRIVE D for higher speeds THIRD 3 This position is also used for normal driving however it offers more power and lower fuel economy than AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE D Here are some times you might choose...

Page 99: ...e accelerator pedal This could overheat and damage the transaxle Use your brakes or shift into PARK P to hold your vehicle in position on a hill Manual Transaxle Operation This is your shift pattern T...

Page 100: ...icle stops press the clutch pedal and the brake pedal and shift to NEUTRAL NEUTRAL Use this position when you start or idle your engine REVERSE R To back up press down the clutch pedal and lift up on...

Page 101: ...ve a SHIFT light This light will show you when to shift to the next higher gear for the best fuel economy When this light comes you can shift to the next higher gear if the weather road and traffic co...

Page 102: ...trailer and are parking on a hill see Towing a Trailer in the Index That section shows what to do first to keep the trailer from moving Shifting Into PARK P Automatic Transaxle Only CAUTION It can be...

Page 103: ...th the engine running Your vehicle could move suddenly if the shift lever is not fully in PARK P with the parking brake firmly set And if you leave the vehicle with the engine running it could overhea...

Page 104: ...ou have to apply your regular brake before you can shift from PARK P when the ignition is in ON See Automatic Transaxle Operation in the Index If you cannot shift out of PARK P ease pressure on the sh...

Page 105: ...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 106: ...in place can be a blizzard See Blizzard in the Index CAUTION It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in PARK P with the parking brake firmly set Your vehicle ca...

Page 107: ...r the vehicle To tilt the wheel hold the steering wheel and pull the lever toward you Move the steering wheel to a comfortable level then release the lever to lock the wheel in place Turn Signal Multi...

Page 108: ...sh Hold it there until you complete your lane change The lever will 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 o...

Page 109: ...the headlamps taillamps and parking lamps on and off automatically while the ignition is on by sensing how dark it is outside For more information see Automatic Light Control later in this section Lam...

Page 110: ...wipers move the lever to OFF You can set the wiper speed for a long or short delay between wipes This can be very useful in light rain or snow Move the lever to INT then turn the inner band labeled I...

Page 111: ...ng your vision When you release the button the washers will stop but the wipers will continue to wipe about three times or will resume the speed you were using before Cruise Control The cruise control...

Page 112: ...rol when the enhanced traction system begins to limit wheel spin the cruise control will automatically disengage See Enhanced Traction System in the Index When road conditions allow you to safely use...

Page 113: ...you want to go faster don t hold down the RES ACCL button Increasing Speed While Using Cruise Control There are two ways to go to a higher speed D Use the accelerator pedal to get to the higher speed...

Page 114: ...he hills When going up steep hills you may have to step on the accelerator pedal to maintain your speed When going downhill you may have to brake or shift to a lower gear to keep your speed down Of co...

Page 115: ...not in PARK P on vehicles with an automatic transaxle only When the DRL system is on the taillamps sidemarker lamps parking lamps and instrument panel lights will not be illuminated unless you have t...

Page 116: ...headlamps will be off To turn on the headlamps along with the other lamps when it is dark outside turn the headlamp control to the AUTO or headlamp position Delayed Headlamps The delayed headlamps fe...

Page 117: ...p and the mirror reading lamps if equipped will turn on Move the thumbwheel down to turn the lamps off Illuminated Entry Exit System When you lift the driver s door handle or open any door the lamps i...

Page 118: ...mp Press the lens of the lamp to turn the lamp on and off Trunk Lamp The trunk lamp comes on when you open your trunk Battery Saver Your vehicle is equipped with a battery saver feature designed to pr...

Page 119: ...should be adjusted so you can see a little of the side of your vehicle when you are sitting in a comfortable driving position Adjust the driver s outside mirror with the control lever on the driver s...

Page 120: ...e box To open pull the glove box handle up Center Console Storage Area The center console has two separate storage areas To open pull up on the lid Rear Seat Cupholders Pull down the door on the rear...

Page 121: ...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 122: ...tructions that are included with any electrical equipment you install Certain power accessory plugs may not be compatible to the accessory power outlet and could result in blown vehicle or adapter fus...

Page 123: ...again and release it In both the vent and fully open positions the air flow can be adjusted for driving comfort by pushing and holding the switch forward until the sunroof moves to the desired positio...

Page 124: ...2 54 The Instrument Panel Your Information System...

Page 125: ...l System G Side Window Defogger Vent H Fog Lamp Button If Equipped I Instrument Panel Intensity Control J Turn Signal Multifunction Lever K Hood Release Handle L Cruise Control Switches M Tilt Wheel L...

Page 126: ...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 127: ...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 128: ...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 129: ...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 130: ...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 131: ...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 132: ...on you don t have anti lock brakes and there s a problem with your regular brakes See Brake System Warning Light earlier in this section The anti lock brake system warning light should come on briefl...

Page 133: ...ht will come on D If the vehicle is driven on a severely rough road the warning light may come on momentarily but will go off again when the vehicle leaves the rough surface If the Enhanced Traction S...

Page 134: ...ted See Engine Overheating in the Index Low Coolant Warning Light This light comes on briefly when you turn your ignition on If this light comes on and stays on and you hear a chime the vehicle should...

Page 135: ...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 136: ...o your vehicle This system is also designed to assist your service technician in correctly diagnosing any malfunction NOTICE If you keep driving your vehicle with this light on after a while your emis...

Page 137: ...e amount of cargo being hauled as soon as it is possible If the light stops flashing and remains on steady see If the Light Is On Steady following If the light continues to flash when it is safe to do...

Page 138: ...diagnostic tools to fix any mechanical or electrical problems that may have developed Emissions Inspection and Maintenance Programs Some state provincial and local governments have or may begin progra...

Page 139: ...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 140: ...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 141: ...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 142: ...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 143: ...entilation 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 14 AM FM Stereo with Cassette Tape and Co...

Page 144: ...irflow comes through the instrument panel outlets A small amount of air comes through the floor vents Set the center knob to the temperature desired BI LEVEL In this position the airflow comes through...

Page 145: ...he recirculation Pressing the RECIRCULATION button will cancel the OUTSIDE AIR button RECIRCULATION is not available when the DEFOG or FRONT DEFROSTER mode is selected or when the fan is off When RECI...

Page 146: ...dows For each setting adjust the temperature knob as desired To defrost the front window quickly turn the temperature knoball thewayintheredarea UseFRONTDEFROSTER and adjust the fan to the highest spe...

Page 147: ...mporary 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 you could cut or damage the warming...

Page 148: ...s The heater and defroster will work far better reducing the chance of fogging the inside of your windows D When you enter a vehicle in cold weather adjust the mode knob to FLOOR and the fan to the hi...

Page 149: ...ock Press and hold HR until the correct hour appears The letters AM or PM may appear on the display for AM or PM Then press and hold MN until the correct minute appears The clock may be set with the i...

Page 150: ...eking SCAN Press and hold the SEEK button for two seconds until the SC icon appears on the display and you hear a beep Use SCAN to listen to stations for a few seconds The radio will go to a station s...

Page 151: ...D appears on the display Turn the knob to increase or decrease bass When you use this control the radio s tone setting will switch to manual TREB Press and hold the AUDIO button until TREB appears on...

Page 152: ...s button to receive traffic announcements The traffic announcement brackets will appear on the display TRAF will appear on the display if the tuned station broadcasts traffic announcements If the curr...

Page 153: ...s P TYPE if it is not already on 2 Press AM FM to select FM1 or FM2 3 Turn the SELECT knob to select a PTY 4 Press and hold one of the six numbered buttons until you hear a beep Whenever you press tha...

Page 154: ...me you play a CD As each new track starts to play the track number will appear on the display If CHECK CD appears on the radio display and the disc comes out it could be one of the following D The roa...

Page 155: ...n go on to the next selection Press this button again to stop scanning The sound will mute while scanning SCAN and the track number will appear on the display RCL Press this button to see how long the...

Page 156: ...volume as necessary to overcome noise at any particular 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 AM FM Press th...

Page 157: ...he SEEK button again to stop scanning presets Setting the Tone BASS Press and hold the AUDIO button until BASS appears on the display Turn the knob to increase or decrease bass When you use this contr...

Page 158: ...raffic announcements The traffic announcement brackets will appear on the display TRAF will appear on the display if the tuned station broadcasts traffic announcements If the current tuned station doe...

Page 159: ...f it is not already on 2 Press AM FM to select FM1 or FM2 3 Turn the SELECT knob to select a PTY 4 Press and hold one of the six numbered buttons until you hear a beep Whenever you press that numbered...

Page 160: ...SCAN controls just as you do for the radio The display will show TAPE and an arrow showing which side of the tape is playing The tape player automatically begins playing the other side when it reache...

Page 161: ...ratories Licensing Corporation AUTO EQ Press AUTO EQ to select the desired preset equalization setting while playing a cassette tape The equalization will be automatically set whenever you play a cass...

Page 162: ...and hold EJECT for five seconds to reset the CLEAN PLAYR indicator The radio will display CLEANED to show the indicator was reset Playing a Compact Disc With the ignition on insert a disc partway into...

Page 163: ...you hear a beep Use SCAN to listen to each selection for a few seconds The disc will go to the next selection stop for a few seconds then go on to the next selection Press this button again to stop sc...

Page 164: ...mber VIN If the radio is moved to a different vehicle it will not operate and LOCKED will be displayed When the radio and vehicle are turned off the blinking red light indicates that THEFTLOCK is arme...

Page 165: ...mechanism Cassette tapes should be stored in their cases away from contaminants direct sunlight and extreme heat If they aren t they may not operate properly or may cause failure of the tape player Yo...

Page 166: ...nd quality may degrade over time Always make sure the cassette tape is in good condition before you have your tape player serviced Care of Your Compact Discs Handle discs carefully Store them in their...

Page 167: ...llular telephone antenna without interfering with radio reception Chime Level Adjustment The radio is the vehicle chime producer The chime is produced from the driver s side front door speakers To cha...

Page 168: ...rol of a Vehicle 4 6 Braking 4 9 Enhanced Traction System 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 Wet Roads 4 21 City D...

Page 169: ...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 170: ...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 171: ...e other countries it s even lower The BAC limit for all commercial drivers in the United States is 0 04 percent The BAC will be over 0 10 percent after three to six drinks in one hour Of course as we...

Page 172: ...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 173: ...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 174: ...o 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...

Page 175: ...e wheels is about to stop rolling the computer will separately work the brakes at each front wheel and at both rear wheels The anti lock system can change the brake pressure faster than any driver cou...

Page 176: ...the very best braking Enhanced Traction System Your vehicle is equipped with an Enhanced Traction System ETS that limits wheel spin This is especially useful in slippery road conditions The system ope...

Page 177: ...y 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 press th...

Page 178: ...n If you ve ever 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...

Page 179: ...n steering around the problem Your vehicle can perform very well in emergencies like these First apply your brakes See Braking in Emergencies earlier in this section It is better to remove as much spe...

Page 180: ...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 181: ...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 182: ...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 183: ...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 184: ...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 185: ...iping equipment in good shape and keep your windshield washer tank filled with washer fluid Replace your windshield wiper inserts when they show signs of streaking or missing areas on the windshield o...

Page 186: ...it can if your tires do not have much tread or if the pressure in one or more is low It can happen if a lot of water is standing on the road If you can see reflections from trees telephone poles or ot...

Page 187: ...If this happens you and other vehicle occupants could drown Don t ignore police warning signs and otherwise be very cautious about trying to drive through flowing water Some Other Rainy Weather Tips...

Page 188: ...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 189: ...into the gap at close to the prevailing speed Switch on your turn signal check your mirrors and glance over your shoulder as often as necessary Try to blend smoothly with the traffic flow Once you ar...

Page 190: ...it done before starting out Of course you ll find experienced and able service experts in Oldsmobile dealerships all across North America They ll be ready and willing to help if you need it Here are s...

Page 191: ...the road in less than a second and you could crash and be injured What can you do about highway hypnosis First be aware that it can happen Then here are some tips D Make sure your vehicle is well ven...

Page 192: ...ll slope CAUTION Coasting downhill in NEUTRAL N or with the ignition off is dangerous Your brakes will have to do all the work of slowing down They could get so hot that they wouldn t work well You wo...

Page 193: ...a small brush or broom a supply of windshield washer fluid a rag some winter outer clothing a small shovel a flashlight a red cloth and a couple of reflective warning triangles And if you will be dri...

Page 194: ...t wet ice can be even more trouble because it may offer the least traction of all You can get wet ice when it s about freezing 32_F 0_C and freezing rain begins to fall Try to avoid driving on wet ice...

Page 195: ...e the sun can t reach around clumps of trees behind buildings or under bridges Sometimes the surface of a curve or an overpass may remain icy when the surrounding roads are clear If you see a patch of...

Page 196: ...see it or smell it so you might not know it is in your vehicle Clear away snow from around the base of your vehicle especially any that is blocking your exhaust pipe And check around again from time...

Page 197: ...ur destination Be sure to use the proper towing equipment designed for recreational towing Follow the instructions for the towing equipment Towing Your Vehicle from the Front There are two ways to tow...

Page 198: ...ER PCM ACC and IPC BFC ACC See Instrument Panel Fuse Block Driver s Side in the Index for the location of these fuses 5 Turn the ignition switch to ACC 6 Shift your transaxle to NEUTRAL N 7 Release th...

Page 199: ...carry The Tire Loading Information label found on the rear edge of the driver s door tells you the proper size speed rating and recommended inflation pressures for the tires on your vehicle It also gi...

Page 200: ...should spread it out Don t carry more than 132 lbs 60 kg in your trunk CAUTION Do not load your vehicle any heavier than the GVWR or either the maximum front or rear GAWR If you do parts on your vehic...

Page 201: ...on t use the correct equipment and drive properly you can lose control when you pull a trailer For example if the trailer is too heavy the brakes may not work well or even at all You and your passenge...

Page 202: ...speeds and under greater loads generating extra heat What s more the trailer adds considerably to wind resistance increasing the pulling requirements If You Do Decide To Pull A Trailer If you do here...

Page 203: ...ailering information or advice or you can write us at Oldsmobile Customer Assistance Center P O Box 33171 Detroit MI 48232 5171 In Canada write to General Motors of Canada Limited Customer Communicati...

Page 204: ...the driver s door or see Loading Your Vehicle in the Index Then be sure you don t go over the GVW limit for your vehicle including the weight of the trailer tongue Hitches It s important to have the c...

Page 205: ...not try to tap into your vehicle s brake system If you do both systems won t work well or at all Driving with a Trailer Towing a trailer requires a certain amount of experience Before setting out for...

Page 206: ...bottom of the steering wheel with one hand Then to move the trailer to the left just move that hand to the left To move the trailer to the right move your hand to the right Always back up slowly and i...

Page 207: ...strument panel will flash for turns even if the bulbs on the trailer are burned out Thus you may think drivers behind you are seeing your signal when they are not It s important to check occasionally...

Page 208: ...arking downhill turn your wheels into the curb 2 Have someone place chocks under the trailer wheels 3 When the chocks are in place release the regular brakes until the chocks absorb the load 4 Reapply...

Page 209: ...is covered in this manual and the Index will help you find them quickly If you re trailering it s a good idea to review this information before you start your trip Check periodically to see that all...

Page 210: ...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 8 Engine Overheating 5 11 Cooling System 5 18 If a Tire Goes Flat 5 18 Chan...

Page 211: ...to make your front and rear turn signal lamps flash on and off Your hazard warning flashers work no matter what position your key is in and even if the key isn t in To turn off the flashers press the...

Page 212: ...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 213: ...brake firmly on both vehicles involved in the jump start procedure Put an automatic transaxle in PARK P or a manual transaxle in NEUTRAL before setting the parking brake 3 Turn off the ignition on bot...

Page 214: ...t Battery fluid contains acid that can burn you Don t get it on you If you accidentally get it in your eyes or on your skin flush the place with water and get medical help immediately 6 Check that the...

Page 215: ...l of the good battery Use a remote positive terminal if the vehicle has one 9 Now connect the black negative cable to the good battery s negative terminal Don t let the other end touch anything until...

Page 216: ...good there but the chance of sparks getting back to the battery is much less 11 Start the vehicle with the good battery and run the engine for a while 12 Try to start the vehicle with the dead battery...

Page 217: ...he 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 dealer or a professional towing service if you...

Page 218: ...it cools down Wait until there is no sign of steam or coolant before you open the hood If you keep driving when your engine is overheated the liquids in it can catch fire You or others could be badly...

Page 219: ...essary 3 If you re in a traffic jam shift to NEUTRAL N otherwise shift to the highest gear while driving AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE D or THIRD 3 for an automatic transaxle or for a manual transaxle shift to...

Page 220: ...ap B Electric Engine Cooling Fans CAUTION An electric engine cooling fan under the hood can start up even when the engine is not running and can injure you Keep hands clothing and tools away from any...

Page 221: ...ystem CAUTION Heater and radiator hoses and other engine parts can be very hot Don t touch them If you do you can be burned Don t run the engine if there is a leak If you run the engine it could lose...

Page 222: ...are running If the engine is overheating both fans should be running If they aren t your vehicle needs service How to Add Coolant to the Coolant Surge Tank If you haven t found a problem yet but the...

Page 223: ...n water to your cooling system can be dangerous Plain water or some other liquid like alcohol can boil before the proper coolant mixture will Your vehicle s coolant warning system is set for the prope...

Page 224: ...burn if the engine parts are hot enough Don t spill coolant on a hot engine 1 You can remove the coolant surge tank pressure cap when the cooling system including the coolant surge tank pressure cap...

Page 225: ...5 16 2 Then keep turning the pressure cap slowly and remove it 3 Then fill the coolant surge tank with the proper mixture to the FULL COLD mark...

Page 226: ...the coolant surge tank may be lower If the level is lower add more of the proper mixture to the coolant surge tank until the level reaches the FULL COLD mark 5 Then replace the pressure cap Be sure t...

Page 227: ...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 228: ...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 cover counterclockwise to remove it 2 Lift and r...

Page 229: ...ift off the spacer and remove the compact spare tire 4 Remove the jack and wheel wrench from the trunk Your vehicle s jack and wheel wrench are stored in a foam tray Remove the band around the jack Th...

Page 230: ...ench to loosen and remove them if your fingers do not fit into this small area 2 Then use the wheel wrench to loosen all the wheel nuts Don t remove them yet 3 Position the jack and raise the jack hea...

Page 231: ...k improperly positioned can damage the vehicle and even make the vehicle fall To help avoid personal injury and vehicle damage be sure to fit the jack lift head into the proper location before raising...

Page 232: ...n accident When you change a wheel remove any rust or dirt from the places 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...

Page 233: ...nuts back on with the rounded end of the nuts toward the wheel Tighten each nut by hand until the wheel is held against the hub 10 Lower the vehicle by turning the wheel wrench counterclockwise Lower...

Page 234: ...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 235: ...ision 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 w...

Page 236: ...ipment could strike someone Store all these in the proper place The compact spare is for temporary use only Replace the compact spare tire with a full size tire as soon as you can See Compact Spare Ti...

Page 237: ...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 238: ...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 239: ...the Hood 6 13 Engine Oil 6 19 Engine Air Cleaner Filter 6 20 Automatic Transaxle Fluid 6 21 Manual Transaxle Fluid 6 21 Hydraulic Clutch 6 22 Engine Coolant 6 25 Power Steering Fluid 6 26 Windshield W...

Page 240: ...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 241: ...e outside of your vehicle can affect the airflow around it This may cause wind noise and affect windshield washer performance Check with your dealer before adding equipment to the outside of your vehi...

Page 242: ...eeting federal specifications but emission control system performance may be affected The malfunction indicator lamp on your instrument panel may turn on and or your vehicle may fail a smog check test...

Page 243: ...y comply with the specifications described earlier NOTICE Your vehicle was not designed for fuel that contains methanol Don t use it It can corrode metal parts in your fuel system and also damage plas...

Page 244: ...eling your vehicle Keep sparks flames and smoking materials away from gasoline The tethered cap is behind a hinged door on the passenger s side of the vehicle While refueling hang the cap inside the f...

Page 245: ...g the Outside of Your Vehicle in the Index When you put the cap back on turn it to the right clockwise until you hear a clicking sound Make sure you fully install the cap The diagnostic system can det...

Page 246: ...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 247: ...6 9 Hood Release To open the hood do the following 1 Pull the handle inside the vehicle 2 Then go to the front of the vehicle and pull up on the secondary hood release...

Page 248: ...prop into the slot in the hood Before closing the hood be sure all the filler caps are on properly Then lift the hood to relieve pressure on the hood prop Remove the hood prop from the slot in the ho...

Page 249: ...od on the 2 4L L4 engine you ll see the following A Engine Coolant Surge Tank B Engine Oil Fill Cap C Engine Oil Dipstick D Power Steering Fluid Reservoir E Brake Fluid Reservoir F Engine Air Cleaner...

Page 250: ...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 251: ...Engine Only For more information see LOW OIL Light in the Index You should check your engine oil level regularly thiis an added reminder Checking Engine Oil It s a good idea to check your engine oil...

Page 252: ...engine behind 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...

Page 253: ...east one quart of oil But you must use the right kind This part explains what kind of oil to use For crankcase capacity see Capacities and Specifications in the Index NOTICE Don t add too much oil If...

Page 254: ...ngine 3400 V6 Engine The 3400 V6 engine oil fill cap is on the front of the engine behind the radiator See Engine Compartment Overview in the Index for more information on location Be sure to fill it...

Page 255: ...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 256: ...recommended oils with the starburst symbol are all you will need for good performance and engine protection When to Change Engine Oil Your vehicle has a computer that lets you know when to change your...

Page 257: ...See the manufacturer s warnings about the use and disposal of oil products Used oil can be a real threat to the environment If you change your own oil be sure to drain all free flowing oil from the f...

Page 258: ...in place when you re driving Automatic Transaxle Fluid It is not necessary to check the transaxle fluid level A transaxle fluid leak is the only reason for fluid loss If a leak occurs take the vehicl...

Page 259: ...cked by your dealer or service center when you have your oil changed Hydraulic Clutch The hydraulic clutch linkage in your vehicle is self adjusting The clutch master cylinder reservoir is filled with...

Page 260: ...explains your cooling system and how to add coolant when it is low If you have a problem with engine overheating see Engine Overheating in the Index A 50 50 mixture of clean drinkable water and DEX C...

Page 261: ...ngine 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 NOTI...

Page 262: ...pressure cap when the engine and radiator are hot can allow steam and scalding liquids to blow out and burn you badly Never turn the surge tank pressure cap even a little when the engine and radiator...

Page 263: ...l and it will burn if the engine parts are hot enough Don t spill coolant on a hot engine When replacing the pressure cap make sure it is hand tight Power Steering Fluid When to Check Power Steering F...

Page 264: ...el up to the mark What to Use To determine what kind of fluid to use see Recommended Fluids and Lubricants in the Index Always use the proper fluid Failure to use the proper fluid can cause leaks and...

Page 265: ...washer system Also water doesn t clean as well as washer fluid D Fill your washer fluid tank only three quarters full when it s very cold This allows for expansion if freezing occurs which could dama...

Page 266: ...to top off your brake fluid Adding brake fluid won t correct a leak If you add fluid when your linings are worn then you ll have too much fluid when you get new brake linings You should add or remove...

Page 267: ...es may not work well or they may not even work at all This could cause a crash Always use the proper brake fluid NOTICE D Using the wrong fluid can badly damage brake system parts For example just a f...

Page 268: ...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 269: ...ake linings that are wrong for your vehicle the balance between your front and rear brakes can change for the worse The braking performance you ve come to expect can change in many other ways if someo...

Page 270: ...to prepare your vehicle for longer storage periods Also for your audio system see Theft Deterrent Feature in the Index Bulb Replacement The following procedures tell you how to replace your bulbs For...

Page 271: ...justment This is true even though your vertical and horizontal aim indicators may not fall exactly on the 0 zero marks on their scales If your vehicle is damaged in an accident the headlamp aim may be...

Page 272: ...lly assembled and all other work stopped while headlamp aiming is being done D There should not be any cargo or loading of the vehicle except it should have a full tank of fuel and one person or 160 l...

Page 273: ...this section 2 Turn the bulb assembly retainer and pull out the bulb 3 Unclip the bulb assembly from the wiring harness 4 Reverse Steps 1 through 2 to replace the bulb assembly Be sure to properly ali...

Page 274: ...t 5 Turn the bulb socket 1 6 of a turn counterclockwise and pull out the bulb assembly 6 To remove a bulb gently pull the bulb out from the socket Put in a new bulb 7 Reverse Steps 3 through 5 to reas...

Page 275: ...ires are dangerous D Overloading your tires can cause overheating as a result of too much friction You could have an air out and a serious accident See Loading Your Vehicle in the Index D Underinflate...

Page 276: ...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 277: ...ressure monitor system detects differences in tire rotation speeds that are caused by changes in tire pressure The system can alert you about a low tire but it doesn t replace normal tire maintenance...

Page 278: ...rvice The system completes the calibration process during driving The system normally takes 15 to 20 minutes of driving in each of three speed ranges to learn tire pressures The speed ranges are 15 to...

Page 279: ...l nuts are properly tightened See Wheel Nut Torque in the Index CAUTION Rust or dirt on a wheel or on the parts to which it is fastened can make wheel nuts become loose after a time The wheel could co...

Page 280: ...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 281: ...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 282: ...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 283: ...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 284: ...TICE Continued NOTICE Continued instructions To help avoid 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 t...

Page 285: ...uer 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 manual says you can In many uses these wil...

Page 286: ...oughly 5 As soon as you ve cleaned the section use a sponge to remove the suds 6 Wipe cleaned area with a clean damp towel or cloth 7 Wipe with a clean cloth and let dry Special Fabric Cleaning Proble...

Page 287: ...cleaner See your dealer for this product D Never use oils varnishes solvent based or abrasive cleaners furniture polish or shoe polish on leather D Soiled or stained leather should be cleaned immediat...

Page 288: ...he Outside of the Windshield and Wiper Blades If the windshield is not clear after using the windshield washer or if the wiper blade chatters when running wax sap or other material may be on the blade...

Page 289: ...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 290: ...wheels is similar to the painted surface of your vehicle Don t use strong soaps chemicals abrasive polishes abrasive cleaners cleaners with acid or abrasive cleaning brushes on them because you could...

Page 291: ...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 292: ...plastic rubber and vinyl 1052925 16 oz 0 473 L Multi Purpose Interior Cleaner Cleans carpets seats interior trim door panels and floor mats 1052929 16 oz 0 473 L Wheel Cleaner Spray on and rinse with...

Page 293: ...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 294: ...aker 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 T...

Page 295: ...irrors Fuse Usage AIR BAG Air Bags BFC BATT Body Computer BFC PCM ACC PCM DR LOCK Door Lock Motors IPC BFC ACC Cluster Body Computer BFC STOP LPS Stop Lamps HAZARD LPS Hazard Lamps IPC HVAC BATT HVAC...

Page 296: ...ng Wheel Cruise Control Switch Lamps Fuse Usage CRUISE SW Steering Wheel Cruise Control Switches HVAC BLOWER HVAC Blower Motor CRUISE Cruise Control FOG LPS Fog Lamps INT LPS Interior Courtesy Lamps R...

Page 297: ...side of the engine compartment near the battery Maxifuses Usage 1 Ignition Switch 2 Right Electrical Center Fog Lamps Radio Body Function Control Module Interior Lamps 3 Left Electrical Center Stop La...

Page 298: ...rol 14 Cooling Fan 2 15 Cooling Fan Micro Relays Usage 16 Air Conditioning Compressor 17 Not Used 18 Fuel Pump 19 Automatic Light Control 20 Automatic Light Control 21 Horn 22 Daytime Running Lamps Mi...

Page 299: ...51 Left Headlamp 52 Cooling Fan 2 53 HVAC Blower Climate Control 54 Not Used 55 Cooling Fan 2 Ground 56 Fuse Puller for Mini Fuses 57 Not Used Replacement Bulbs Exterior Lamps Bulb Back Up Lamps 921...

Page 300: ...quarts 10 7 L 3400 V6 Engine 13 6 quarts 12 9 L Refrigerant Air Conditioning See refrigerant charge label under the hood Fuel Tank 14 3 U S gallons 54 1 L Tire Pressures Sizes See Tire Loading Informa...

Page 301: ...27 mm 3400 V6 S41 940 Platinum Plug Gap 0 060 inch 1 52 mm PCV Valve CV892C Windshield Wiper Blades Type Shepherd s Hook Passenger s Side 17 inches 43 cm Driver s Side 22 inches 56 cm ACDelcoR part n...

Page 302: ...e needs these services to retain its safety dependability and emission control performance 7 2 Introduction 7 4 Part A Scheduled Maintenance Services 7 15 Part B Owner Checks and Services 7 20 Part C...

Page 303: ...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 304: ...o 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 y...

Page 305: ...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 306: ...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 liability prior to the completion of the...

Page 307: ...der severe conditions the indicator may come on before 3 000 miles 5 000 km Never drive your vehicle more than 12 500 miles 20 000 km or 12 months without an oil and filter change The system won t det...

Page 308: ...Scheduled Maintenance 7 7...

Page 309: ...Scheduled Maintenance 7 8...

Page 310: ...ditions Replace filter if necessary An Emission Control Service See footnote j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See foo...

Page 311: ...and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote See footnote 45 000 Miles 75 000 km j Inspect engine air cleaner filter if you are driving in dusty condi...

Page 312: ...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 the fluid and filt...

Page 313: ...j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote See footnote 75 000 Miles 125 000 km j Inspect engine air cleaner filte...

Page 314: ...ner filter An Emission Control Service j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote See footnote 97 500 Miles 162 50...

Page 315: ...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 316: ...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 317: ...amaged or that streak or miss areas of the windshield Also see Wiper Blades Cleaning in the Index Weatherstrip Lubrication Silicone grease on weatherstrips will make them last longer seal better and n...

Page 318: ...o use More frequent lubrication may be required when exposed to a corrosive environment Starter Switch Check CAUTION When you are doing this check the vehicle could move suddenly If it does you or oth...

Page 319: ...apply the regular brake immediately if the vehicle begins to move 3 With the engine off turn the key to the ON position but don t start the engine Without applying the regular brake try to move the s...

Page 320: ...g your foot on the regular brake set the parking brake D To check the parking brake s holding ability With the engine running and transaxle in NEUTRAL N slowly remove foot pressure from the regular br...

Page 321: ...and hoses for proper hook up binding leaks cracks chafing etc Clean and then inspect the drive axle boot seals for damage tears or leakage Replace seals if necessary Exhaust System Inspection Inspect...

Page 322: ...te accelerator and cruise control cables Brake System Inspection Inspect the complete system Inspect brake lines and hoses for proper hook up binding leaks cracks chafing etc Inspect disc brake pads f...

Page 323: ...kable 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 1...

Page 324: ...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 325: ...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 326: ...7 25 Maintenance Record DATE ODOMETER READING SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED...

Page 327: ...7 26 Maintenance Record DATE ODOMETER READING SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED...

Page 328: ...8 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 Benef...

Page 329: ...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 330: ...title or the plate at the top left of the instrument panel and visible through the windshield D Dealership name and location D Vehicle delivery date and present mileage When contacting Oldsmobile plea...

Page 331: ...gram is available in all 50 states and the District of Columbia Eligibility is limited by vehicle age mileage and other factors General Motors reserves the right to change eligibility limitations and...

Page 332: ...tance 011 52 53 29 0 800 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...

Page 333: ...tives who are available 24 hours a day 365 days a year We will provide the following services during the Bumper to Bumper warranty period at no expense to you D Fuel delivery D Lock out service identi...

Page 334: ...occasion to use our service it is added security while traveling for you and your family Remember we re only a phone call away Oldsmobile Roadside Assistance 1 800 442 OLDS 6537 text telephone TTY use...

Page 335: ...your daily schedule This includes a one way shuttle ride to a destination up to 10 miles from the dealership Public Transportation or Fuel Reimbursement If your vehicle requires overnight warranty rep...

Page 336: ...ut availability All Courtesy Transportation arrangements will be administered by appropriate dealer personnel Canadian Vehicles For warranty repairs during the Complete Vehicle Coverage period of the...

Page 337: ...nnot become involved in individual problems between you your dealer or General Motors To contact NHTSA you may either call the Auto Safety Hotline toll free at 1 800 424 9393 or 366 0123 in the Washin...

Page 338: ...ope you ll notify us Please call us at 1 800 442 6537 or write Oldsmobile Customer Assistance Center P O Box 33171 Detroit MI 48232 5171 In Canada please call us at 1 800 263 3777 English or 1 800 263...

Page 339: ...service information needed to knowledgeably service General Motors cars and trucks Each bulletin contains instructions to assist in the diagnosis and service of your vehicle OWNER S INFORMATION Owner...

Page 340: ...the above address for quotation 2001 120 00 2001 50 00 2001 20 00 2001 15 00 TOTAL MATERIAL Michigan Purchasers U S Order Processing 6 00 Canadian Postage GRAND TOTAL add 6 sales tax GM OLD ORD99 Pric...

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