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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 AURORA 2001

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Page 2: ...hange Emergency towing Courtesy Transportation Every 2001 Aurora under warranty is backed with the following services Trip Routing 1 800 442 OLDS For vehicles purchased in Canada call 1 800 268 6800 t...

Page 4: ...and Exterior Lamps Mirrors Storage Compartments Convenience Net Accessory Power Outlet OnStar System If Equipped Sunroof Option HomeLink Transmitter If Equipped Instrument Panel Warning Lights and Gag...

Page 5: ...wing Loading Your Vehicle Towing a Trailer Heating and Air Conditioning Setting the Radio Clock Radio Cassette Player CD Player Radio Theft Deterrent Feature Steering Wheel Controls Hazard Warning Fla...

Page 6: ...Recommended Fluids and Lubricants Maintenance Records iv Fuel Checking Fluids and Lubricants GM Oil Life System Engine Air Cleaner Filter Passenger Compartment Air Filter Brakes Bulb Replacement Winds...

Page 7: ...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 M...

Page 8: ...substitute the name 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 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: ...our lamps MASTER LIGHTING SWITCH TURN SIGNALS PARKING LAMPS HAZARD WARNING FLASHER DAYTIME RUNNING LAMPS FOG LAMPS These symbols are on some of your controls WINDSHIELD WIPER WINDSHIELD WASHER WINDSHI...

Page 12: ...ngine Oil See Section 6 Engine Oil Dipstick See Section 6 Remote Fuel Door Release See Section 6 Fuel Use unleaded gas only See Section 6 Cooling System See Section 5 Hood Release See Section 6 Windsh...

Page 13: ...ons Many People Ask About Safety Belts and the Answers 1 13 How to Wear Safety Belts Properly 1 14 Driver Position 1 20 Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy 1 21 Right Front Passenger Position 1 21 Air Ba...

Page 14: ...eated seats Manual Lumbar Support The knob that controls this feature is located on the outboard side edge of the seat Turn the knob towards the front of the vehicle to increase lumbar support Turn th...

Page 15: ...lined position by pressing back on the control Raise the seatback by pressing forward on the control Power Lumbar Control Option The power lumbar controls are located on the outboard side of each fron...

Page 16: ...you would like for driving Then press and hold memory button 1 for more than three seconds A double beep will sound when the memory is set To set the seat and mirror positions for a second driver fol...

Page 17: ...seat at any time press one of the power seat controls located on the outboard side of each front seat If you would like your stored driving or exit position to be recalled when unlocking your vehicle...

Page 18: ...eclines the front seatbacks If your vehicle has the manual recliner lift the lever on the outboard side of the seat and move the seatback to the desired position Release the lever to lock the seatback...

Page 19: ...n t do its job either In a crash the belt could go up over your abdomen The belt forces would be there not at your pelvic bones This could cause serious internal injuries For proper protection when th...

Page 20: ...might not be if you are buckled up Always fasten your safety belt and check that your passengers belts are fastened properly too CAUTION It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area inside or out...

Page 21: ...ost crashes are in between In many of them people who buckle up can survive and sometimes walk away Without belts they could have been badly hurt or killed After more than 30 years of safety belts in...

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: ...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 26: ...lose 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 lap shoulder b...

Page 27: ...he belt should be worn low and snug on the hips just touching the thighs In a crash this applies force to the strong pelvic bones And you d be less likely to slide under the lap belt If you slid under...

Page 28: ...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 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: ...one thing If you ever pull the lap portion of the belt out all the way you will engage the child restraint locking feature If this happens just let the belt go back all the way and start again Air Ba...

Page 34: ...and right front passenger are designed to work only in moderate to severe crashes where the front of your vehicle hits something They aren t designed to inflate at all in rollover rear side or low spe...

Page 35: ...ose to any air bag when it inflates can be seriously injured or killed Air bags plus lap shoulder belts offer the best protection for adults but not for young children and infants Neither the vehicle...

Page 36: ...The driver s frontal air bag is in the middle of the steering wheel The right front passenger s frontal air bag is in the instrument panel on the passenger s side The driver s side impact air bag is...

Page 37: ...r 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 occupant and an air bag and don...

Page 38: ...y is above the system s designed threshold level The threshold level can vary with specific vehicle design Side impact air bags are not designed to inflate in frontal or near frontal impacts rollovers...

Page 39: ...ever be regarded as anything more than a supplement to safety belts and then only in moderate to severe frontal or near frontal collisions for the driver s and right front passenger s frontal air bags...

Page 40: ...on Additional windshield breakage may also occur from the right front passenger air bag D Air bags are designed to inflate only once After an air bag inflates you ll need some new parts for your air b...

Page 41: ...fect how your vehicle should be serviced There are parts of the air bag systems in several places around your vehicle Your dealer and the service manual have information about servicing your vehicle a...

Page 42: ...n the vehicle who are wearing safety belts Rear Seat Passenger Positions Lap Shoulder Belt The positions next to the windows have lap shoulder belts Here s how to wear one properly The center rear pos...

Page 43: ...more slowly 2 Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks If the belt stops before it reaches the buckle tilt the latch plate and keep pulling until you can buckle it Pull up on the latch pl...

Page 44: ...touching the thighs In a crash this applies force to the strong pelvic bones And you d be less likely to slide under the lap belt If you slid under it the belt would apply force at your abdomen This...

Page 45: ...belt very quickly out of the retractor CAUTION You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt is too loose In a crash you would move forward too much which could increase injury The shoulder belt sh...

Page 46: ...t the comfort guide better positions 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...

Page 47: ...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 48: ...ons earlier in this section Make sure that the shoulder belt crosses the shoulder To remove and store the comfort guides squeeze the belt edges together so that you can take them out from the guides S...

Page 49: ...with no retractor this part will tell you how to use the lap belt properly If the center rear seat position has a lap shoulder belt with a retractor see the part of this manual called Rear Seat Passen...

Page 50: ...one in a vehicle needs protection This includes infants and all other children Neither the distance traveled nor the age and size of the traveler changes the need for everyone to use safety restraints...

Page 51: ...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 52: ...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 compatible...

Page 53: ...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 54: ...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 55: ...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 56: ...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 57: ...ear facing child restraint in a rear seat You may secure a forward facing child restraint in the right front seat but before you do always move the front passenger seat as far back as it will go It s...

Page 58: ...nited States some child restraints also have a top strap If your child restraint has a top strap it should be anchored Your vehicle has top strap anchors already installed for the rear seating positio...

Page 59: ...nstructions to secure a child restraint in the center rear seat If the center rear seating position has a lap only belt with no retractor see the part called Securing a Child Restraint in the Center R...

Page 60: ...the restraint The child restraint instructions will show you how Tilt the latch plate to adjust the belt if needed If the shoulder belt goes in front of the child s face or neck put it behind the chil...

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: ...d in the Center Rear Seat Position Lap Shoulder Belt for instructions on how to secure a child restraint You ll be using the lap belt Be sure to follow the instructions that came with the child restra...

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

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

Page 67: ...d 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 strike...

Page 68: ...rd the center of the vehicle If the child is sitting in the center rear seat passenger position with a lap shoulder belt move the child toward the safety belt buckle In either case be sure that the sh...

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: ...0 New Vehicle Break In 2 21 Ignition Positions 2 22 Starting Your Engine 2 25 Engine Coolant Heater If Equipped 2 26 Automatic Transaxle Operation 2 29 Parking Brake 2 30 Shifting Into PARK P 2 32 Shi...

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: ...smaller amounts by pressing the switch rearward slightly to the first stop To stop the window while it is lowering in the express mode press the switch again then release To raise the window hold the...

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: ...th a bar code tag Keep the bar code tag in a safe place If you lose your key you will be able to have a new one made using the bar code tag The replacement key must have a vehicle theft deterrent syst...

Page 76: ...properly lock your doors and you will be far better off whenever you drive your vehicle There are several ways to lock and unlock your vehicle From the outside use your key or remote lock control tran...

Page 77: ...ll doors when shifting out of PARK P Also you can program the door locks to do one of the following D Unlock just the driver s door when shifting back into PARK P D unlock all doors when shifting back...

Page 78: ...before this the five second timer will reset itself once all the doors have been closed again Pressing the driver s or passenger s door lock switch or the lock symbol on the remote lock control a sec...

Page 79: ...our door and set the locks from the inside then get out and close the door Remote Lock Control You can lock and unlock your doors or unlock your trunk from about 3 feet 1 m up to 30 feet 9 m away usin...

Page 80: ...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 necessary See the instructions t...

Page 81: ...on Features The following list of features available on your vehicle can be programmed to the driver s preference for each transmitter D Automatic Door Locks This feature programs your door locks to a...

Page 82: ...Information Center DIC See DIC Personalization Programming in the Index Matching Transmitter s to Your Vehicle Each remote lock control transmitter is coded to prevent another transmitter from unlock...

Page 83: ...to the notch near the key ring Turn the coin counterclockwise to separate the two halves of the transmitter 2 Once the transmitter is separated use a pencil eraser to remove the old battery Do not use...

Page 84: ...irp and the exterior lamps may flash depending on the security feedback settings The system should now operate properly Trunk CAUTION It can be dangerous to drive with the trunk lid open because carbo...

Page 85: ...symbol is pressed while the vehicle is in PARK P or NEUTRAL N and the trunk release lockout switch is in OFF Trunk Release Lockout The trunk release lockout switch in the glove box allows you to secur...

Page 86: ...so will your ignition and transaxle And remember to lock the doors Parking at Night Park in a lighted spot close all windows and lock your vehicle Remember to keep your valuables out of sight Put the...

Page 87: ...is opened without the key or remote lock control transmitter the alarm will go off Your vehicle s lamps will flash and the horn will sound for 30 seconds then will go off to save battery power Rememb...

Page 88: ...ers in the Index If the alarm does not sound or the vehicle s lamps do not flash the vehicle should be serviced by an authorized service center PASS KeyR III Your vehicle is equipped with the PASS Key...

Page 89: ...Y light comes on the key may have a damaged transponder Turn the ignition off and try again If the engine still does not start and the key appears to be undamaged try another ignition key At this time...

Page 90: ...Your PASS Key III system however is not working properly and must be serviced by your dealer Your vehicle is not protected by the PASS Key III system at this time If you lose or damage a PASS Key III...

Page 91: ...ith 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 ACCESSORY B This position lets you use your electrical power acc...

Page 92: ...r windows audio steering wheel controls clock sunroof option accessory power outlet and the radio for up to 10 minutes The instrument panel cluster lights will stay on for a few seconds then go out On...

Page 93: ...e still won t start or starts but then stops it could be flooded with too much gasoline Try pushing your accelerator pedal all the way to the floor and holding it there as you hold the key in START fo...

Page 94: ...en each try to help avoid draining your battery or damaging your starter 3 If your engine still won t start or starts but then stops it could be flooded with too much gasoline Try pushing your acceler...

Page 95: ...tlet could cause an electrical shock Also the wrong kind of extension cord could overheat and cause a fire You could be seriously injured Plug the cord into a properly grounded three prong 110 volt AC...

Page 96: ...engine is running unless you have to If you have left the engine running the vehicle can move suddenly You or others could be injured To be sure your vehicle won t move even when you re on fairly leve...

Page 97: ...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 98: ...ves you more power but lower fuel economy than AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE D or THIRD 3 You can use SECOND 2 on hills It can help control your speed as you go down steep mountain roads but then you would also...

Page 99: ...ake pedal with your left foot This will release the parking brake pedal When you lift your left foot the parking brake pedal will follow it to the release position If you try to drive approximately 20...

Page 100: ...move even when you re on fairly level ground use the steps that follow If you re pulling a trailer see Towing a Trailer in the Index 1 Hold the brake pedal down with your right foot and set the parki...

Page 101: ...f you can move the shift lever away from PARK P If you can it means the shift lever wasn t fully locked into PARK P Torque Lock If you are parking on a hill and you don t shift your transaxle into PAR...

Page 102: ...Then move the shift lever into the gear you want If you ever hold the brake pedal down but still can t shift out of PARK P try the following 1 Turn the key to the LOCK ignition position 2 Apply and h...

Page 103: ...ing into your vehicle D Drive it only with all the windows down to blow out any CO and D Have your vehicle fixed immediately Running Your Engine While You re Parked It s better not to park with the en...

Page 104: ...lever to PARK P Follow the proper steps to be sure your vehicle won t move See Shifting Into PARK P in the Index If you are parking on a hill and if you re pulling a trailer also see Towing a Trailer...

Page 105: ...d two downward for left positions These positions allow you to signal either a turn or a lane change To signal a turn move the lever all the way up or down When the turn is finished the lever will ret...

Page 106: ...urn signal is left on for more than 0 8 miles 1 3 km a chime will sound at each flash of the turn signal and the DIC will display the TURN SIGNAL ON reminder message To turn off the chime and message...

Page 107: ...for approximately six seconds To operate the wiper activated headlamps the headlamp control must be in AUTO If the wiper activated headlamps are on and the ignition switch is turned to RUN the wiper...

Page 108: ...ur headlamps are on and on high beam your headlamps will switch to low beam when the lever is released To get back to high beam push the lever away from you Fog Lamps To turn on only the front fog lam...

Page 109: ...ipers move the lever to OFF You can set the wiper speed for a long or short delay between wiper cycles This can be very useful in light rain or snow Move the lever up to the first detent INT Turn the...

Page 110: ...es by turning the INT ADJ band up towards the wider lines A single wipe will occur each time you turn the wiper control band to a higher sensitivity setting The Rainsense wipers operate in a delay mod...

Page 111: ...eld washer bottle is low the message LOW WASHER FLUID will appear in the Driver Information Center See Windshield Washer Fluid in the Index Cruise Control With cruise control you can maintain a speed...

Page 112: ...ON If you leave your cruise control switch on when you re not using cruise you might hit a button and go into cruise when you don t want to You could be startled and even lose control Keep the cruise...

Page 113: ...igher speed D Move the cruise lever up to RES ACC Hold it there until you reach a desired speed and then release the lever D To increase your speed in very small amounts move the lever up to RES ACC b...

Page 114: ...emory When you turn off the cruise control or the ignition your cruise control set speed memory is erased Exterior Lamps Headlamps See Turn Signal Multifunction Lever in the Index Daytime Running Lamp...

Page 115: ...utomatic Headlamps The automatic headlamps will keep your headlamps on when it is dark outside and the ignition is in RUN It s possible that your headlamps may go out if you drive from a dark area int...

Page 116: ...can also be adjusted Courtesy Lamps If it is dark enough outside and the front reading lamp slider control is in the AUTO position when any door is opened all of the vehicles courtesy lamps will come...

Page 117: ...h the power door lock switch or with the lock symbol on the remote lock control transmitter will override the delayed entry lighting and the lamps will turn off immediately Theater Dimming This featur...

Page 118: ...d on or off for each transmitter You can also program how long the exterior lamps will stay on after unlocking the vehicle You must program this feature through the Driver Information Center DIC See D...

Page 119: ...be turned back to RUN Battery Load Management The battery load management feature is designed to monitor the vehicle s electrical load and determine when the battery is in a heavy discharge condition...

Page 120: ...ess and hold the on off button for about three seconds for mirrors equipped with OnStar controls To turn off automatic dimming press MIRROR or press and hold the on off button for about three seconds...

Page 121: ...adjust for compass variance Compass variance is the difference between earth s magnetic north and true geographic north If not adjusted to account for compass variance your compass could give false re...

Page 122: ...s and driver s seat position can be stored into memory See Memory Seat and Mirrors in the Index Parallel Park Assist Mirror If Equipped If you have the memory seat and mirrors feature the passenger s...

Page 123: ...also warm up to help clear them of ice and snow See Rear Window Defogger in the Index Storage Compartments Glove Box Use the master key to lock and unlock the glove box To open lift the latch release...

Page 124: ...isn t for larger heavier loads Store them in the trunk as far forward as you can You can unhook the net so that it will lie flat when you re not using it Ashtrays and Cigarette Lighter Push and releas...

Page 125: ...the ignition position and for unlimited periods of time see Engine Compartment Bussed Electrical Center in the Index or see your dealer Leaving an accessory on for a long period of time can drain the...

Page 126: ...Bussed Electrical Center in the Index or see your dealer Leaving an accessory on for a long period of time can drain the vehicle s battery NOTICE When using the accessory power outlet the maximum load...

Page 127: ...shade The sunshade can also be opened by hand To close the glass panel press and hold the OPEN CLOSE or TILT CLOSE switch in the close position As the glass panel closes it will open slightly towards...

Page 128: ...ns 1 this device may not cause interference and 2 this device must accept any interference including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device Changes and modifications to this sys...

Page 129: ...smitter flash slowly and then rapidly The rapid flashing indicates that the HomeLink Transmitter has been programmed Release both buttons once the indicator light starts to flash rapidly If you have t...

Page 130: ...ge door opener has a rolling code system In a rolling code system the garage door motor head unit must be trained to the HomeLink Transmitter Rolling Code Programming If Equipped If you have not previ...

Page 131: ...ow recognize the HomeLink Transmitter You may either use the HomeLink Transmitter or the hand held transmitter to open the garage door Ifafterfollowingtheseinstructions youstillhaveproblems training t...

Page 132: ...2 62 The Instrument Panel Your Information System...

Page 133: ...Controls for Audio System E Windshield Wiper Washer Control F Driver Information Center DIC G Hazard Warning Flasher Button H Climate Control System I Instrument Panel Brightness Control J Trip Odomet...

Page 134: ...g lights and gages that are explained on the following pages The instrument panel is designed to let you know at a glance how your vehicle is running You ll know how fast you re going how much fuel yo...

Page 135: ...if your vehicle needs a new odometer installed If the new one can be set to the mileage total of the old odometer then it must be But if it can t then it s set at zero and a label must be put on the...

Page 136: ...ing lights and gages that may be on your vehicle The pictures will help you locate them Warning lights and gages can signal that something is wrong before it becomes serious enough to cause an expensi...

Page 137: ...do repairs can be costly and even dangerous So please get to know your warning lights and gages They re a big help Your vehicle has a Driver Information Center that works along with the warning light...

Page 138: ...on when you are driving your air bag system may not work properly Have your vehicle serviced right away CAUTION If the air bag readiness light stays on after you start your vehicle it means the air b...

Page 139: ...ee DIC Warnings and Messages in the Index for more information Brake System Warning Light Your vehicle s hydraulic brake system is divided into two parts If one part isn t working the other part can s...

Page 140: ...ssage will not come on if the transaxle is in PARK P Anti Lock Brake System Warning Light With the anti lock brake system the light s will come on when you start your engine and may stay on for severa...

Page 141: ...stem in the Index for more information D If there s a brake system problem that is specifically related to traction control the traction control system will turn off and the warning light will come on...

Page 142: ...62_F 128_C the message HOT IDLE ENGINE will appear It means you should reduce the engine load and speed to prevent the engine from overheating If the coolant temperature is over 268_F 131_C the messag...

Page 143: ...designed to assist your service technician in correctly diagnosing any malfunction NOTICE If you keep driving your vehicle with this light on after a while your emission controls may not work as well...

Page 144: ...see If the Light Is On Steady following If the light continues to flash when it is safe to do so stop the vehicle Find a safe place to park your vehicle Turn the key off wait at least 10 seconds and...

Page 145: ...dealer or qualified service center check the vehicle Your dealer has the proper test equipment and diagnostic tools to fix any mechanical or electrical problems that may have developed Emissions Inspe...

Page 146: ...efly when the ignition is on but 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 about five seconds after you turn the ignition to START...

Page 147: ...ou need to get more fuel right away Here are four things that some owners ask about None of these show a problem with your fuel gage D At the service station the gas pump shuts off before the gage rea...

Page 148: ...nd RESET The button functions are detailed in the following Turn on the system by pressing the ON OFF button once When you turn on the ignition the DIC will be in the mode last displayed when the engi...

Page 149: ...to reach the current day Press the RESET button again and the set display will stop flashing and go back to the normal operation mode Elapsed Time ET When the ignition is on the DIC can be used as a s...

Page 150: ...the range is less than 50 miles 80 km the display will read LOW FUEL RANGE The fuel economy data used to determine fuel range is an average of recent driving conditions As your driving conditions chan...

Page 151: ...lso see Engine Oil When to Change in the Index Remember you must reset the OIL LIFE yourself after each oil change It will not reset itself Also be careful not to reset the OIL LIFE accidentally at an...

Page 152: ...or AVG SPEED 90 KM H D Tire pressure status such as TIRE PRESSURE NORMAL or LOW TIRE PRESSURE TIRE PRESSURE NORMAL appears when the Check Tire Pressure System believes your vehicle s tire pressures ar...

Page 153: ...DIC You must then press and hold both of the SELECT buttons for three seconds This will display the personalization menu The DIC display will show the following FEATURE PROGRAMMING PRESS SELECT DOWN T...

Page 154: ...your door key instead of your transmitter the personal choice settings will correspond to the previous driver of the vehicle as identified by a transmitter a memory seat control or through the DIC If...

Page 155: ...tic door lock feature to change to the following modes Mode 0 No automatic door lock or unlock Mode 1 All doors automatically lock when shifted out of PARK P No automatic door unlock Mode 2 All doors...

Page 156: ...ALL DOORS IN PARK 4 Select NO for ALL DOORS AT KEY OFF 5 Select YES for DRIVERS DOOR IN PARK If you would like to program your vehicle to Mode 3 do the following 1 Select YES for DOORS LOCK IN GEAR 2...

Page 157: ...or unlocking the vehicle Mode 2 Parking lamps and the Daytime Running Lamps will flash twice when unlocking the vehicle and flash once when locking the vehicle Mode 3 Horn chirps when all doors are un...

Page 158: ...button to record your selection and move on to the next choice For more information on this feature see Delayed Locking in the Index Perimeter Lighting Personalization When the unlock symbol on the t...

Page 159: ...IC Make your choices by pressing the SELECT right arrow button and store them in memory by pressing the SELECT down arrow button You can also program this feature to recall your memory seat position o...

Page 160: ...T STOP ENGINE 12 THEFT SYSTEM FAULT 13 LEFT REAR DOOR AJAR 14 LOW BRAKE FLUID 15 LOW ENGINE COOLANT 16 LOW FUEL 17 LOW OIL PRESSURE 18 LOW TIRE PRESSURE 19 LOW WASHER FLUID 20 PARK BRAKE SET 21 PASSEN...

Page 161: ...age still comes on it means there is a problem You should see your dealer for service Reduce your speed and drive accordingly STABILITY ACTIVE 42 You may see the STABILITY ACTIVE message on the Driver...

Page 162: ...Temperature Control Option 3 9 Ventilation System 3 10 Steering Wheel Controls for Climate Control 3 10 Audio Systems 3 10 Setting the Clock 3 11 AM FM Stereo with Cassette Tape and Compact Disc Play...

Page 163: ...s can also be changed by pressing one of the memory buttons 1 or 2 located on the driver s door until you hear two beeps When adjustments are made the new settings are automatically saved for that dri...

Page 164: ...ll be shown on the digital display for five seconds then the outside temperature will be displayed Mode Control Turn the AUTO PUSH knob to deliver air through the floor panel or windshield outlets The...

Page 165: ...r five seconds and then it will show the outside temperature In cold weather the system will delay turning on the fan to avoid blowing cold air The length of the delay depends on the engine coolant te...

Page 166: ...cted to the side window defroster outlets This mode can be useful to remove the moisture from the inside of the windshield when the outside temperature is cold or the humidity is high Be sure the A C...

Page 167: ...conditioning compressor on and off If the system is operating in the automatic mode the A C indicator light will automatically illuminate In the auto mode the A C compressor will only operate when the...

Page 168: ...e positioned at the full hot position You can choose the extreme comfort setting of 90_F 32_C but the system will not warm up any faster by selecting the extreme comfort setting In cold weather the sy...

Page 169: ...s the defogger grid on the rear window When you operate the rear window defogger the outside rearview mirrors are also heated to help remove ice and fog if your vehicle is equipped with heated outside...

Page 170: ...utlet Turn the control between the rear outlets up to direct air through the upper outlets Turn the control down to direct air through the lower outlets Adjust the direction of airflow from side to si...

Page 171: ...ton again to provide a cooler comfort setting Audio Systems Your audio system has been designed to operate easily and give years of listening pleasure You will get the most enjoyment out of it if you...

Page 172: ...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 this button to switch be...

Page 173: ...tton again to stop scanning presets Setting the Tone BASS Press the AUDIO button until BASS appears on the display Turn the audio knob to increase or decrease bass When you use this control the radio...

Page 174: ...the radio features to work improperly If this happens please contact the radio station When you are tuned to an RDS station the station name will appear on the display instead of the frequency Most RD...

Page 175: ...ected will be used for seek or scan modes If a station with the selected PTY is not found NONE FOUND will appear on the display If both P TYPE and TRAF are on the radio will search for stations with t...

Page 176: ...to other stations When you turn the ignition off and then on again the alternate frequency feature will automatically be turned on Adjusting the Speakers BAL FADE The AUDIO button adjusts balance and...

Page 177: ...WRAPPED is displayed when the tape is wrapped around the tape head Attempt to get the cassette out Try a new tape If any error occurs repeatedly or if an error can t be corrected please contact your...

Page 178: ...remain in the player TP CD With a compact disc in the player and the radio playing press this button to play a compact disc Press AM FM to return to the radio when a compact disc is playing Press TP...

Page 179: ...isplays an error message write it down and provide it to your dealer when reporting the problem REV 1 Press and hold this button to reverse quickly within a track You will hear sound at a reduced volu...

Page 180: ...es While elapsed time is showing CD TIME will appear on the display AM FM Press this button to play the radio when a disc is in the player TP CD With a cassette tape in the player and the radio playin...

Page 181: ...rst load the magazine with discs before you can play a compact disc Each of the 12 trays holds one disc Load the trays from top to bottom placing a disc on the tray label side up If you load a disc la...

Page 182: ...t all the way to the right When the door is closed the changer will begin checking for discs in the magazine This will continue for up to one and a half minutes depending on the number of discs loaded...

Page 183: ...l operation D NO CD S CD Changer Cartridge Empty Try the magazine again with a disc loaded on one of the trays CHECK CD If this error message is displayed while trying to play a CD in the compact disc...

Page 184: ...splay SEEK Press the SEEK reverse arrow while playing a CD to go back to the start of the current track if more than eight seconds have played Press the SEEK forward arrow and it will go to the next h...

Page 185: ...is occurs the radio will have to be returned to the dealer Audio Steering Wheel Controls With this feature you can control certain radio functions using the buttons on your steering wheel Some steerin...

Page 186: ...and turn it off Tips About Your Audio System Hearing damage from loud noise is almost undetectable until it is too late Your hearing can adapt to higher volumes of sound Sound that seems normal can be...

Page 187: ...e tape player at fault If this other cassette has no improvement in sound quality clean the tape player The recommended cleaning method for your cassette tape player is the use of a scrubbing action n...

Page 188: ...f Your Compact Disc Player The use of CD lens cleaner discs is not advised due to the risk of contaminating the lens of the CD optics with lubricants internal to the CD mechanism Diversity Antenna Sys...

Page 189: ...nes for the AM FM antennas or place the cellular telephone antenna over the grid lines Chime Level Adjustment The volume level of the vehicle s chimes can be controlled by the radio To change the volu...

Page 190: ...en Driving 4 6 Control of a Vehicle 4 6 Braking 4 9 Traction Control 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...

Page 191: ...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 192: ...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 193: ...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 194: ...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 195: ...en 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 three...

Page 196: ...dal may get harder to push down If your engine stops you will still have some power brake assist But you will use it when you brake Once the power assist is used up it may take longer to stop and the...

Page 197: ...els is about to stop rolling the computer will separately work the brakes at each front wheel and at both rear wheels The anti lock system can change the brake pressure faster than any driver could Th...

Page 198: ...e than even the very best braking Traction Control System Your vehicle has a traction control system that limits wheel spin This is especially useful in slippery road conditions The system operates on...

Page 199: ...eave the system on But you can turn the traction control system off if you ever need to You should turn the system off if your vehicle ever gets stuck in sand mud ice or snow See Rocking Your Vehicle...

Page 200: ...the same direction 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 a...

Page 201: ...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 202: ...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 203: ...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 204: ...en an acceleration skid is also best handled by easing your foot off the accelerator pedal If your vehicle starts to slide ease your foot off the accelerator pedal and quickly steer the way you want t...

Page 205: ...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 daytime But as we get older these difference...

Page 206: ...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 207: ...ast through large water puddles or even going through some car washes can cause problems too The water may affect your brakes Try to avoid puddles But if you can t try to slow down before you hit them...

Page 208: ...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 209: ...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 210: ...with the flow Try to merge into the gap at close to the prevailing speed Switch on your turn signal check your mirrors and glance over your shoulder as often as necessary Try to blend smoothly with th...

Page 211: ...If it needs service have it done before starting out Of course you ll find experienced and able service experts in Oldsmobile dealerships all across North America They ll be ready and willing to help...

Page 212: ...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 213: ...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 214: ...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 215: ...a slippery road Even though your vehicle has a traction control system you ll want to slow down and adjust your driving to the road conditions See Traction Control System in the Index Your anti lock...

Page 216: ...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 217: ...htly This uses less fuel for the heat that you get and it keeps the battery charged You will need a well charged battery to restart the vehicle and possibly for signaling later on with your headlamps...

Page 218: ...y This weight is called the Vehicle Capacity Weight and includes the weight of all occupants cargo and all nonfactory installed options The other label is the Certification label found on the rear edg...

Page 219: ...goes If you have to stop or turn quickly or if there is a crash they ll keep going CAUTION Things you put inside your vehicle can strike and injure people in a sudden stop or turn or in a crash D Put...

Page 220: ...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 221: ...eavier loads D Obey speed limit restrictions when towing a trailer Don t drive faster than the maximum posted speed for trailers or no more than 55 mph 90 km h to save wear on your vehicle s parts Thr...

Page 222: ...iler you must add the tongue load to the GVW because your vehicle will be carrying that weight too See Loading Your Vehicle in the Index for more information about your vehicle s maximum load capacity...

Page 223: ...seal the holes later when you remove the hitch If you don t seal them deadly carbon monoxide CO from your exhaust can get into your vehicle See Carbon Monoxide in the Index Dirt and water can too Safe...

Page 224: ...brakes start your vehicle and trailer moving and then apply the trailer brake controller by hand to be sure the brakes are working This lets you check your electrical connection at the same time Duri...

Page 225: ...ge Properly hooked up the trailer lamps will also flash telling other drivers you re about to turn change lanes or stop When towing a trailer the arrows on your instrument panel will flash for turns e...

Page 226: ...3 Drive slowly until the trailer is clear of the chocks 4 Stop and have someone pick up and store the chocks Maintenance When Trailer Towing Your vehicle will need service more often when you re pulli...

Page 227: ...that can occur on the road 5 2 Hazard Warning Flashers 5 2 Other Warning Devices 5 3 Jump Starting 5 8 Towing Your Vehicle 5 9 Engine Overheating 5 12 Cooling System 5 18 If a Tire Goes Flat 5 18 Chan...

Page 228: ...on located in the center of the instrument panel The indicators for the turn signals will flash on and off Your hazard flashers work no matter what position your key is in and even if the key isn t in...

Page 229: ...y 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 you...

Page 230: ...e jump start procedure Put an automatic transaxle in PARK P and a manual transaxle in NEUTRAL before setting the parking brake 3 Turn off the ignition on both vehicles Unplug unnecessary accessories p...

Page 231: ...ry 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 to the ACDelcoR b...

Page 232: ...you ll get a short that would damage the battery and maybe other parts too Also don t connect the negative cable to the negative terminal on the dead battery CAUTION Fans or other moving engine parts...

Page 233: ...battery Don t allow the red and black handles in the jumper cable to touch each other If you have the 4 0L V8 engine your vehicle has a remote negative terminal marked GND located near the power stee...

Page 234: ...y Unpainted Metal Engine Part Towing Your Vehicle CAUTION To help avoid serious personal injury to you or others D Never let passengers ride in a vehicle that is being towed D Never tow faster than sa...

Page 235: ...ne Coolant Temperature Gage in the Index Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode Should an overheated engine condition exist and the message HOT STOP ENGINE is displayed an overheat protection mod...

Page 236: ...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 237: ...ditioner is on turn it off 2 Turn on your heater to full hot at the highest fan speed and open the window as necessary 3 If you re in a traffic jam shift to NEUTRAL N otherwise shift to the highest ge...

Page 238: ...B Two Electric Engine Cooling Fans CAUTION An electric engine cooling fan under the hood can start up even when the engine is not running and can injure you Keep hands clothing and tools away from an...

Page 239: ...om running your engine without coolant isn t covered by your warranty See Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode in the Index NOTICE When adding coolant it is important that you use only DEX COOL...

Page 240: ...is cool before you do it See Engine Coolant in the Index for more information CAUTION Steam and scalding liquids from a hot cooling system can blow out and burn you badly They are under pressure and...

Page 241: ...get too hot but you wouldn t get the overheat warning Your engine could catch fire and you or others could be burned Use a 50 50 mixture of clean drinkable water and DEX COOLR coolant NOTICE In cold...

Page 242: ...hose is no longer hot Turn the pressure cap slowly counterclockwise left about one quarter turn and then stop If you hear a hiss wait for that to stop A hiss means there is still some pressure left 2...

Page 243: ...hot Watch out for the engine cooling fans By this time the coolant level inside the coolant surge tank may be lower If the level is lower add more of the proper mixture to the coolant surge tank until...

Page 244: ...under control by steering the way you want the vehicle to go It may be very bumpy and noisy but you can still steer Gently brake to a stop well off the road if possible If a tire goes flat the next p...

Page 245: ...d is in the trunk Instructions for changing your tires are on the inside of the tire cover You can rest the cover near you for easy reference while you change the tire 1 Lift the tire cover to gain ac...

Page 246: ...e trunk The tools you ll be using include the jack A and the wheel wrench B Removing the Wheel Cover Insert the hooked end of the wheel wrench in one of the two small notches in the center cover and p...

Page 247: ...the wheel wrench securely over the wheel nuts to loosen but don t remove them 2 Attach the wheel wrench to the bolt on the end of the jack to create a jack handle 3 Turn the wheel wrench counterclock...

Page 248: ...ON Getting under a vehicle when it is jacked up is dangerous If the vehicle slips off the jack you could be badly injured or killed Never get under a vehicle when it is supported only by a jack CAUTIO...

Page 249: ...or on the parts to which it is fastened can make the wheel nuts become loose after a time The wheel could come off and cause an accident When you change a wheel remove any rust or dirt from the places...

Page 250: ...ounded end of the nuts toward the wheel Tighten each nut by hand until the wheel is held against the hub If a nut cannot be tightened by hand use the wheel wrench and see your dealer right away 10 Low...

Page 251: ...heel nuts can lead to brake pulsation and rotor damage To avoid expensive brake repairs evenly tighten the wheel nuts in the proper sequence and to the proper torque specification 12 When the flat tir...

Page 252: ...d cause injury In a sudden stop or collision loose equipment could strike someone Store all these in the proper place Store the flat tire as far forward in the trunk as possible Store the jack and whe...

Page 253: ...sudden stop or collision loose equipment could strike someone Store all these in the proper place The compact spare tire is for temporary use only Replace the compact spare tire with a full size tire...

Page 254: ...ling or removing the compact spare See Check Tire Pressure System in the Index 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...

Page 255: ...spin the wheels too fast while shifting your transaxle back and forth you can destroy your transaxle For information about using tire chains on your vehicle see Tire Chains in the Index Rocking Your...

Page 256: ...gs Under the Hood 6 15 Engine Oil 6 20 Engine Air Cleaner Filter 6 23 Automatic Transaxle Fluid 6 26 Engine Coolant 6 31 Windshield Washer Fluid 6 32 Brakes 6 35 Battery 6 37 Bulb Replacement 6 48 Tir...

Page 257: ...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 258: ...have the 3 5L V6 engine VIN Code H use regular unleaded gasoline rated at 87 octane or higher If you have the 4 0L V8 engine VIN Code C use premium unleaded gasoline rated at 91 octane or higher for...

Page 259: ...affected The malfunction indicator lamp on your instrument panel may turn on and or your vehicle may fail a smog check test See Malfunction Indicator Lamp in the Index If this occurs return to your a...

Page 260: ...nol Don t use it It can corrode metal parts in your fuel system and also damage plastic and rubber parts That damage wouldn t be covered under your warranty Fuels in Foreign Countries If you plan on d...

Page 261: ...flammable It burns violently and that can cause very bad injuries Don t smoke if you re near gasoline or refueling your vehicle Keep sparks flames and smoking materials away from gasoline The cap is b...

Page 262: ...out switch must be in OFF for the fuel door to open The fuel door can be opened manually in case of an electrical power failure To do so first open the trunk The release mechanism is located on the dr...

Page 263: ...self and then something ignites it you could be badly burned Gasoline can spray out on you if you open the fuel filler cap too quickly This spray can happen if your tank is nearly full and is more lik...

Page 264: ...porate into the atmosphere See Malfunction Indicator Lamp in the Index The CHECK GAS CAP DIC message will come on if the fuel cap is not properly reinstalled NOTICE If you need a new cap be sure to ge...

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 Thi...

Page 266: ...ocated to the left of the steering wheel under the instrument panel Then go to the front of the vehicle and pull up on the secondary hood release Lift the hood Before closing the hood be sure all the...

Page 267: ...6 12 Engine Compartment Overview 3 5L V6 Engine When you open the hood you ll see...

Page 268: ...e Coolant Surge Tank D Remote Positive Terminal E Heavy Unpainted Metal Engine Part F Passenger Compartment Air Filter G Power Steering Fluid Reservoir H Engine Oil Fill Cap I Engine Oil Dipstick J Au...

Page 269: ...servoir C Engine Coolant Surge Tank D Remote Positive Battery Terminal E Power Steering Fluid Reservoir F Passenger Compartment Air Filter G Remote Negative Terminal H Engine Oil Fill Cap I Engine Oil...

Page 270: ...minder Checking Engine Oil It s a good idea to check your engine oil every time you get fuel In order to get an accurate reading the oil must be warm and the vehicle must be on level ground The top of...

Page 271: ...l If the oil is at or below the ADD line then you ll need to add at least one quart of oil But you must use the right kind This part explains what kind of oil to use For crankcase capacity see Capacit...

Page 272: ...r the starburst symbol This symbol indicates that the oil has been certified by the American Petroleum Institute API Do not use any oil which does not carry this starburst symbol If you change your ow...

Page 273: ...the American Petroleum Institute Certified For Gasoline Engines starburst symbol Failure to use the recommended oil can result in engine damage not covered by your warranty GM GoodwrenchR oil meets a...

Page 274: ...our last oil and filter change Under severe conditions the system may come on before 3 000 miles 5 000 km Never drive your vehicle more than 10 000 miles 16 000 km or 12 months whichever occurs first...

Page 275: ...real threat to the environment If you change your own oil be sure to drain all free flowing oil from the filter before disposal Don t ever dispose of oil by putting it in the trash pouring it on the...

Page 276: ...filter See Scheduled Maintenance Services in the Index CAUTION Operating the engine with the air cleaner filter off can cause you or others to be burned The air cleaner not only cleans the air it sto...

Page 277: ...ide at the base of the windshield and can be accessed through a removable panel under the hood of the vehicle See Engine Compartment Overview in the Index for more information on location To check or...

Page 278: ...elivery service If you do not use your vehicle under any of these conditions change the fluid and filter at 100 000 miles 166 000 km See Scheduled Maintenance Services in the Index How to Check Becaus...

Page 279: ...than 50_F 10_C you may have to drive longer Checking the Fluid Level Prepare your vehicle as follows D Park your vehicle on a level place Keep the engine running D With the parking brake applied plac...

Page 280: ...slow addonlyenoughoftheproperfluidto bring the level into the cross hatched area on the dipstick 1 Pull out the dipstick 2 Using a long neck funnel add enough fluid at the dipstick hole to bring it to...

Page 281: ...OOLR coolant will D Give freezing protection down to 34_F 37_C D Give boiling protection up to 265_F 129_C D Protect against rust and corrosion D Help keep the proper engine temperature D Let the warn...

Page 282: ...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 283: ...on on location CAUTION Turning the surge tank pressure cap when the engine and radiator are hot can allow steam and scalding liquids to blow out and burn you badly Never turn the surge tank pressure c...

Page 284: ...t add the proper DEX COOLR coolant mixture at the surge tank but only when the engine is cool CAUTION You can be burned if you spill coolant on hot engine parts Coolant contains ethylene glycol and it...

Page 285: ...tem inspected and repaired See Engine Compartment Overview in the Index for more information on location How to Check Power Steering Fluid Turn the key off let the engine compartment cool down wipe th...

Page 286: ...ess the message LOW WASHER FLUID will be displayed on the Driver Information Center DIC Open the cap labeled WASHER FLUID Add washer fluid until the tank is full NOTICE D When using concentrated washe...

Page 287: ...or later your brakes won t work well or won t work at all So it isn t a good idea to top off your brake fluid Adding brake fluid won t correct a leak If you add fluid when your linings are worn then...

Page 288: ...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 289: ...ditions or climates may cause a brake squeal when the brakes are first applied or lightly applied This does not mean something is wrong with your brakes Properly torqued wheel nuts are necessary to he...

Page 290: ...ng replacement brake parts Battery Your new vehicle comes with a maintenance free ACDelcoR battery When it s time for a new battery get one that has the replacement number shown on the original batter...

Page 291: ...cle for 25 days or more remove the black negative cable from the battery This will help keep your battery from running down CAUTION Batteries have acid that can burn you and gas that can explode You c...

Page 292: ...logen Bulbs CAUTION Halogen bulbs have pressurized gas inside and can burst if you drop or scratch the bulb You or others could be injured Be sure to read and follow the instructions on the bulb packa...

Page 293: ...eadlamp assembly 4 Lift the tabs to remove the bulb from the assembly 5 Replace the bulb Push the bulb assembly in and turn it clockwise to install the bulb assembly into the headlamp assembly Then re...

Page 294: ...snap and secure the lamp assembly with the two bolts Headlamp Aiming Your vehicle has a visual optical headlamp aiming system equipped with horizontal aim indicators The aim has been pre set at the fa...

Page 295: ...pared as follows D The vehicle should be placed so the headlamps are 25 ft 7 6 m from a light colored wall or other flat surface D The vehicle must have all four tires on a perfectly level surface whi...

Page 296: ...lamps need only vertical up down adjustment follow only the vertical aiming procedure Adjustment screws can be turned with an E8 TorxR socket or T15 Torx screwdriver Headlamp Horizontal Aiming Turn th...

Page 297: ...lamps 2 Measure the distance from the ground to the aim dot on each lamp if left low beam subtract two inches Record this distance 3 At the wall or other flat surface measure from the floor to the re...

Page 298: ...aluated The ambient light should allow the beam cut off to be seen on the wall 5 Turn the vertical aiming screw C until the headlamp beam is aimed to the horizontal line It is recommended to cover the...

Page 299: ...two bolts with a 10 mm socket 2 Use a large screwdriver by the outside mount to separate the lamp assembly from the outboard snap mounting pin Slide the headlamp assembly outward and lift it out 3 Di...

Page 300: ...to remove them 5 Replace the bulb and socket Then reconnect the wiring harness to the lamp assembly 6 Slide the lamp assembly back into place by lining up the track on the bottom of the assembly with...

Page 301: ...the plastic trim piece from the trunk 3 Pull the carpeting away from the rear corner of the trunk 4 Remove the three 10 mm nuts holding the lamp in place and remove the lamp assembly 5 While pressing...

Page 302: ...locked position 2 Push the tab on the wiper blade assembly and pull the assembly down enough to release it from the U hooked end of the wiper arm Slide the assembly away from the arm 3 Remove the bla...

Page 303: ...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 304: ...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 305: ...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 See Tires in the Index...

Page 306: ...e can take 45 to 90 minutes depending on your driving habits After the system has been calibrated the system will alert the driver that a tire is low up to a maximum speed of 65 mph 105 km h Tire Insp...

Page 307: ...n emergency you can use a cloth or a paper towel to do this but be sure to use a scraper or wire brush later if you need to to get all the rust or dirt off See Changing a Flat Tire in the Index When I...

Page 308: ...s with those not having a TPC Spec number make sure they are the same size load range speed rating and construction type bias bias belted or radial as your original tires CAUTION Mixing tires could ca...

Page 309: ...fety requirements and additional General Motors Tire Performance Criteria TPC standards Treadwear The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under contr...

Page 310: ...verloaded Excessive speed underinflation or excessive loading either separately or in combination can cause heat buildup and possible tire failure Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance The wheels on your v...

Page 311: ...tires lose air and make you lose control You could have a collision in which you or others could be injured Always use the correct wheel wheel bolts and wheel nuts for replacement NOTICE The wrong wh...

Page 312: ...n t spin your wheels NOTICE Continued NOTICE Continued If you do find traction devices that will fit install them on the front tires If you have other tires use tire chains only where legal and only w...

Page 313: ...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 314: ...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 315: ...lvent based or abrasive cleaners furniture polish or shoe polish on leather D Soiled or stained leather should be cleaned immediately If dirt is allowed to work into the finish it can harm the leather...

Page 316: ...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 317: ...r they could stain Dry the finish with a soft clean chamois or an all cotton towel to avoid surface scratches and water spotting High pressure car washes may cause water to enter your vehicle Cleaning...

Page 318: ...r 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 abrasive...

Page 319: ...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 320: ...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 321: ...certificates of title and registration Engine Identification The 8th character in your VIN is the engine code This code will help you identify your engine specifications and replacement parts Service...

Page 322: ...ng is protected by a circuit breaker in the wiring harness An electrical overload will cause the lamps to go on and off or in some cases to remain off If this happens have your headlamp system checked...

Page 323: ...a fuse puller clipped in both of the bussed electrical centers Snap the wide end of the fuse puller at the side indentations and pull the fuse out The MaxiFuses are located in two Bussed Electrical Ce...

Page 324: ...Minifuse Usage 9 Right High Beam Headlamp 10 Left High Beam Headlamp 11 Ignition 1 12 Not Used 13 Transaxle 14 Cruise Control 15 Direct Ignition System 16 Injector Bank 2 17 Not Used 18 Not Used 19 P...

Page 325: ...noid Mini Relays Usage 34 Accessory 35 Air Pump 36 Starter 1 37 Cooling Fan 2 38 Ignition 1 39 Cooling Fan Series Parallel 40 Cooling Fan 1 Maxibreaker Usage 41 Starter MaxiFuses Usage 42 AIR 43 ABS 4...

Page 326: ...The battery s ground terminal and some relay wires are exposed To help avoid damage to the battery and wires be careful when removing or reinstalling the seat cushion Do not remove covers from covere...

Page 327: ...through the proper slots in the seat cushion Don t let the safety belt get twisted 2 Slide the rear of the cushion up and under the seatback so the rear locating guides hook into the wire loops on th...

Page 328: ...tem Minifuses Usage 9 Not Used 10 Right Parking Lamp 11 Vent Solenoid 12 Ignition 1 13 Left Parking Lamp 14 Dimmer 15 Not Used 16 Left Front Heated Seat 17 Not Used 18 Rear Door Module 19 Stoplamp 20...

Page 329: ...age 39 Fuel Pump 40 Parking Lamp 41 Ignition 1 42 Rear Fog Lamp 43 Not Used 44 Park 45 Reverse Micro Relays Usage 46 Retained Accessory Power RAP 47 Fuel Tank Door Lock 48 Not Used 49 Ignition 3 50 Fu...

Page 330: ...are 71 Spare 72 Spare 73 Spare 74 Spare 75 Fuse Puller Replacement Bulbs EXTERIOR LAMPS BULB Front Front Turn Signal Lamps 3157NA Halogen Headlamps Low Beam 9006 High Beam 9005 Rear Back Up Lamps 3155...

Page 331: ...quarts 9 5 L Engine Crankcase 6 0 quarts 5 7 L When changing filter up to 0 5 quart 0 5 L more oil may be needed Fuel Tank 18 5 U S gallons 70 0 L Air Conditioning Refrigerant See refrigerant charge...

Page 332: ...00 lb ft 140 N m All capacities are approximate When adding be sure to fill to the appropriate level as recommended in this manual Engine Specifications The following engine specifications are for the...

Page 333: ...22 0 inches 56 0 cm The following replacement parts are for the L47 4 0L V8 Air Cleaner Element AC Type A 1096C Passenger Compartment Air Filter GM Part 25654414 Engine Oil Filter AC Type PF 58 Fuel...

Page 334: ...in its safety dependability and emission control performance 7 2 Introduction 7 3 How this Section is Organized 7 4 Part A Scheduled Maintenance Services 7 5 Scheduled Maintenance 7 15 Part B Owner Ch...

Page 335: ...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 336: ...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 337: ...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 338: ...wing 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 nullify the emission warranty or...

Page 339: ...nditions the indicator may come on before 3 000 miles 5 000 km Never drive your vehicle more than 10 000 miles 16 000 km or 12 months without an oil and filter change The system won t detect dust in t...

Page 340: ...Scheduled Maintenance 7 7...

Page 341: ...Scheduled Maintenance 7 8...

Page 342: ...regularly under dusty conditions the filter may require replacement more often j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See f...

Page 343: ...and additional information See footnote j Replace engine air cleaner filter An Emission Control Service 37 500 Miles 62 500 km j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper...

Page 344: ...gher 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 fl...

Page 345: ...Emission Control Service See footnote j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote j Inspect engine accessory drive...

Page 346: ...l information See footnote 90 000 Miles 150 000 km j Replace passenger compartment air filter If you drive regularly under dusty conditions the filter may require replacement more often j Inspect thro...

Page 347: ...ous terrain When doing frequent trailer towing Uses such as found in taxi police or delivery service j If you haven t used your vehicle under severe service conditions listed previously and therefore...

Page 348: ...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 349: ...he Index Weatherstrip Lubrication Silicone grease on weatherstrips will make them last longer seal better and not stick or squeak Apply silicone grease with a clean cloth During very cold damp weather...

Page 350: ...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 351: ...e 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 parkin...

Page 352: ...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 353: ...he 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 lubricate accelerator and...

Page 354: ...R DEX COOLR or HavolineR DEX COOLR Coolant See Engine Coolant in the Index USAGE FLUID LUBRICANT Hydraulic Brake System Delco Supreme 11R Brake Fluid GM Part No 12377967 or equivalent DOT 3 brake flui...

Page 355: ...Lubricant Aerosol GM Part No 12346293 or equivalent or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI 2 Category LB or GC LB Hood and Door Hinges Multi Purpose Lubricant SuperlubeR GM Part No 12346241 or equi...

Page 356: ...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 357: ...7 24 Maintenance Record DATE ODOMETER READING SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED...

Page 358: ...7 25 Maintenance Record DATE ODOMETER READING SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED...

Page 359: ...7 26 Maintenance Record DATE ODOMETER READING SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED...

Page 360: ...7 27 Maintenance Record DATE ODOMETER READING SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED...

Page 361: ...7 28 Maintenance Record DATE ODOMETER READING SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED...

Page 362: ...7 29 Maintenance Record DATE ODOMETER READING SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED...

Page 363: ...7 30 Maintenance Record DATE ODOMETER READING SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED...

Page 364: ...e for Text Telephone TTY Users 8 4 Customer Assistance Offices 8 5 GM Mobility Program for Persons with Disabilities 8 6 Oldsmobile Roadside Assistance Program Features and Benefits 8 7 Canadian Roads...

Page 365: ...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 366: ...on or title or the plate at the top left of the instrument panel and visible through the windshield D Dealership name and location D Vehicle delivery date and present mileage When contacting Oldsmobil...

Page 367: ...tates and the District of Columbia Eligibility is limited by vehicle age mileage and other factors General Motors reserves the right to change eligibility limitations and or discontinue its participat...

Page 368: ...ll free service is not available in the Caribbean call Puerto Rico 1 787 763 1315 GM Mobility Program for Persons with Disabilities This program available to qualified applicants can reimburse you up...

Page 369: ...y 365 days a year We will provide the following services during the Bumper to Bumper warranty period at no expense to you D Fuel delivery D Lock out service identification required D Tow to the neares...

Page 370: ...pe you never have the occasion to use our service it is added security while traveling for you and your family Remember we re only a phone call away Oldsmobile Roadside Assistance 1 800 442 OLDS 6537...

Page 371: ...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 372: ...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 373: ...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 374: ...glish or 1 800 263 7854 French Or write General Motors of Canada Limited Customer Communication Centre 163 005 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa Ontario L1H 8P7 Ordering Owner Publications in Canada Owner...

Page 375: ...n about the vehicle The owner s manual will include the Maintenance Schedule for all models In Portfolio Includes a Portfolio Owner s Manual and Warranty Booklet RETAIL SELL PRICE 20 00 Without Portfo...

Page 376: ...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 See Note Below GM OLD ORD99 Prices are subject to change...

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