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Summary of Contents for Bravada 1997

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Page 3: ...ive under different conditions Problems on the Road This section tells what to do if you have a problem while driving such as a flat tire or overheated engine etc Service and Appearance Care Here the manual tells you how to keep your Oldsmobile running properly and looking good MaintenanceSchedule This section tells you when to perform vehicle maintenance and what fluids and lubricants t o use Cus...

Page 4: ...leave this manual in it so the new owner can use it Litho in U S A Part No 22652548 A First Edition I WE SUPPORT VOLUNTARY TECHNICIAN CERTIFICATION THROUGH National Institute for A U T O M O T I V E S E R V I C E E X C E L L E N C E We support voluntary technician certification About Driving Your Bravada As with other vehicles of this type failure to operate this vehicle correctly may result in lo...

Page 5: ...he manual and the page number where you ll find it Safety Warnings and Symbols You will find a number of safety cautions i n 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 I These mean there is something that could hurt you or other people In the caution area we tell you what the hazard is Then we tell you what to do to he...

Page 6: ...ing that can darnage your vehicle Many times this damage would not be covered by your warranty and it could be costly But the notice willtell you what to do to help avoid the damage When you read other manuals you might see CAUTION and NOTICE warnings in different colors or in different words You ll also seewarning labels on your vehicle They use the same words CAUTION or NOTICE iv ...

Page 7: ...ARK OR 111 COULD FLAME EXPLODE BATTERY DOOR LOCK UNLOCK FASTEN BELTS SEAT WINDOW f j POWER _ _ I SIGNALS 6 TURN RUNNING 0 DAYTIME LAMPS FOG LAMPS 0 WINDSHIELD WIPER WINDSHIELD DEFROSTER WINDOW DEFOGGER VENTILATING These sylnbols are used on warning and indicator lights COOLANT TEMP CHARGING I 1 BATTERY SYSTEM BRAKE a COOLANT a ENGINE OIL PRESSURE W b ANTI LOCK BRAKES Here are some other synbols yo...

Page 8: ...Model Reference This manual coversthis model I Four Door Utility ...

Page 9: ...anual Passenger s Seat 1 20 Questions and Answers About Air Bags 1 2 Power Driver s Seat 1 44 How toObtain a Safety Belt Extender 1 10 Questions Many People Ask About 1 35 Child Restraint Top Straps 1 7 Why Safety Belts Work in Child Restraints 1 5 Rear Seats 1 34 Important Information for Buckling Children 1 3 Reclining Front Seatbacks 1 34 How to Use Child Restraints Safety Belts 1 44 Checking Y...

Page 10: ...d down Manual Passenger s Seat Power Driver s Seat The control pad is on the driver s seat Use the front control to make the front of the seat move up or down To make the rear of the seat move up or down use the rear control Use the center control to move the whole seat up down forward or backward 1 2 ...

Page 11: ...trol n t i l you have the desired lumbar support To decrease lumbar support press the rear of the control Reclining Front Seatbacks To ad just theseatback lift the lever OKIthe outer side of the seat Release the lever to lock the seatback where you want it Pull up on the lever and the seat will go to an upright position ...

Page 12: ... because it won t beagainst your body Instead it will be in front of you In a crash you could go into it receiving neckor other injuries The lapbelt can tdo itsjob either In a crash the belt could go up over your abdomen The belt forces would be there not at your pelvic bones This couldcause seriousinternal injuries For proper protection when the vehicle is in motion havethe seatback upright Then ...

Page 13: ... a folding rear seat which lets you fold the seatbacks down for more cargo space The rear seat release handles are in the upper center of the rear of the seatbacks Push back on the seatbacks as you pull up on the handles To raise the seatbacks justlift up the seatbacks and push until they lock in the upright position Push and pull on the seatbacks to check that the latches have locked i n the upri...

Page 14: ...ou can be seriously injured orkilled In the same crash you might not beif you are buckledup Always fasten your safety belt and check that your passengers belts are fastened properlytoo CdJTION a It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area inside or outside of a vehicle In a collision people riding in these areas are more likely to be seriously injured or killed Donot allow people to ride in ...

Page 15: ... buckled up a person wouldn t survive But most crashes are in between In many of them people who buckle up can survive and sometimes walk away Without belts they could have been badly hurt or killed After more than 25 years of safety belts in vehicles the facts are clear In most crashes buckling up does matter a lot Why Safety BeltsWork When you ride in or on anything you go as fast as it goes Tak...

Page 16: ...Put someone on it Get it up to speed Then stop the vehicle The rider doesn t stop 1 8 ...

Page 17: ...The person keeps goinguntil stopped by something In a real vehicle it could be the windshield or the instrument panel 1 9 ...

Page 18: ...if you re upside down And your chance of being conscious during and after an accident so you C CIM unbuckle and get out is rwch greater if you are belted Q If my vehicle has air bags whyshould I have to wear safety belts A Air bags are in many vehicles today and will be in most of them i n the future But they are supplemental systems only so they work with safety belts not instead of them Every ai...

Page 19: ...t number of serious injuries and deaths occurat 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 Be aware that there are special thingsto know about safety belts and children And there are different rules for smaller children and babies If a child will be riding in your Oldsmobile see thepart of thi...

Page 20: ... you can sit up straight 3 Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you 4 Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks Don t let itget twisted Pull up on the latch plate to makesure it is secure If the beltisn t long enough see Safety Belt Extender at the end of this section Make sure the release button on the buckle is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt qu...

Page 21: ...h 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 could cause serious or even fatal injuries The shoulder belt should go over the shoulderand across the chest These parts of the body are best able to take be lt restraining forces The safety belt locks if there s a sudden stop or ...

Page 22: ...lt is too loose It won t give nearly as much protection this way You can be seriouslyhurt if your shoulder belt is too loose In a crash you wouldmove forward too much which could increase injury The 1shoulder belt should fit against your body 1 14 ...

Page 23: ... be seriously injured if your belt is buckled in the wrong place like this In a crash the beltwould go up over your abdomen The belt forceswould be there notat thepelvic bones This could cause serious internal injuries Always buckle your belt into the buckle nearest you 1 15 ...

Page 24: ... seriouslyinjured if you wear the shoulder belt under your arm In a crash your body would movetoo far forward which would increase the chance of head and neck injury Also the belt would apply too much force to the ribs whicharen t as strong as shoulder bones You could also severelyinjure internal organs like your liver or spleen 1 16 ...

Page 25: ...cross the body I I I I I I 1 You can be seriously injured by a twisted belt In a crash you wouldn t have the full width of the belt to spread impact forces If a belt is twisted make it straight so it can work properly or ask your retailer to fix it ...

Page 26: ... or air bag system Your Oldsmobile has an air bag for the driver Here are the most important things to know about the air bag system You can be severely injured or killed in a crash if you aren t wearing your safety belt even if you have an airbag Wearing your safety belt during a crash helps reduce your chance of hitting things inside thevehicle or being ejected from it Air bags are supplemental ...

Page 27: ...he blink of an eye If you re too close to an inflating air bag it could seriously injure you Safety belts help keepyou in position before and during a crash Always wear your safety belt even with an air bag and sit as far back as you can while still maintaining controlof your vehicle AIR BAG There is an air bag readiness light on the instrument panel which shows AIR BAG The system checks the air b...

Page 28: ... attach anythingto or putanything between an occupant and anair bag If somethingis betweenthe driver and the air bag the bag might not inflate properly or itmight force the object into you and cause injury The path of an inflating air bag must be kept clear so don t attach or putanything on or near the steeringwheel hub 1 20 ...

Page 29: ...igned to work properly under a wide range of conditions including off road usage Observe safe driving speeds especially on rough terrain As always wear your safety belt See Off Road Driving in the Index for more tips on off road driving What makes an airbag inflate In an impact of sufficient severity the air bag sensing system detects that the vehicle is in a crash Thesensing system triggers a rel...

Page 30: ... but can t get out of the vehicle after an air bag inflates then get fresh airby opening a window or door 0 e e The air bag is designed to inflate only once After it inflates 011 11need some new parts for your air bag system If you don t get them the air bag system won t be there to help protect you i n another crash A new system will include the air bag module and possibly other parts The service...

Page 31: ...fied to doso The air bag system does not need regular maintenance Adding Equipmentto Your Air Bag Equipped Oldsmobile Q If I add a push bumper or a bicycle rack to the front of my vehicle will it keep the air bag from working properly A As long as the push bumper or bicycle rack is attached to your vehicle so that the vehicle s basic structure isn t changed it s not likely to keep the air bag from...

Page 32: ... the key to making safety belts effective is wearing them properly Right Front Passenger Position The right front passenger s safety belt works the same way as the driver3 safety belt See Driver Position earlier in this section When the shoulder belt is pulled out all the way it will lock If it does let it go back all the way and start again Rear Seat Passengers It s very important for rear seat p...

Page 33: ...it get twisted The shoulder beltmay lock if you pull the belt across you very quickly If this happens let the belt go back slightly to unlock it Then pull the belt across you more slowly 2 Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure When the shoulder beltis pulled outall the way it will lock If it does let it go back a l lthe way and st...

Page 34: ...as you pull up onthe shoulder part The lap partof the belt shouldbe 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 thelap belt If you slid underit the belt would apply force at your abdomen This could cause serious or even fatal injuries The shoulder belt shouldgo over the shoulderand across th...

Page 35: ...lt quickly out of the retractor or a crash very A CAUTION You can beseriously hurt if yourshoulder belt is too loose In a crash you would move forward too much which couldincrease injury The shoulder belt should fit against your body To unlatch the belt just push the button on the buckle 1 27 ...

Page 36: ...elt 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 childrestraints and for smaller adults the comfort guidesmay be installed on the shoulder belts Here s how to install a comfort guide and use the safety belt 1 Pull the elastic cord out from between the edge of the seatback and ...

Page 37: ...astic cord must be under the belt Then place the guide over the belt and insert the two edges of the belt into the slots of the guide 3 Be sure that the belt is not twisted and it lies flat The elastic cord must be under the belt and the guide on top ...

Page 38: ...houlder To remove and store the comfort guides squeeze the belt edges together so that yo11can take them out from the guides Pull the guide upward to expose its storage clip and then slide the guide onto the clip Rotate the guide and clip inward and in between the seatback and the interior body leaving only the loop of elastic cord exposed Center Rear Passenger Position ...

Page 39: ...buckle until it clicks Pull up on the latch plate to make sureit is secure 4 Position and release itthe same way as the lap part of a lap shoulderbelt If the belt isn t long enough see Safety Belt Extender at the end of this section Make sure the release button on the buckle is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to 3 Feed the lapbelt into the retrac...

Page 40: ...e restrained in a child or infant restraint The instructions for the restraintwill say whether it is the right type and size for your child CAUTION Continued r A very youngchild s hip bones are so small thata regular belt might not stay low on the hips asit should Instead the belt will likely be over the child s abdomen In a crash the belt would apply force righton the child s abdomen which could ...

Page 41: ...rash Duringa crash a baby will becomeso CAUTION Continued heavy you can t hold it For example in a crash at only 25mph 40 km h a 12 lb 5 5 kg baby will suddenly become a 240 lb 110 kg force on your arms The baby would bealmost impossible to hold Secure the baby in an infant restraint 1 33 ...

Page 42: ... to do that Where to Put the Restraint Accident statistics show that children are safer if they are restrained in the rear rather than the front seat We at General Motors therefore recommend that you put your child restraint in a rear seat outside position unless the child is an infant and you re the only adult in the vehicle In that case you might want to secure the restraint in the right front s...

Page 43: ...utside seat positions are located on the floor in the cargo area Don t use the front set of tie down brackets Anchor the top strap to the rearmost bracket on the same sideof the vehicle as the child restraint Once you have the top strap anchored you ll be ready to secure the child restraint itself 1 35 ...

Page 44: ...child in the child restraint as the instructions say Pick up the latch plate and run the lap and shoulder portions of the vehicle s safety belt through or around the restraint The child restraint instructions will show you how If the shoulder belt goes in front of the child s face or neck put it behind the child restraint 4 Buckle the belt Make sure the release button is positioned so you would be...

Page 45: ...the retractor while youpush down on the child restraint 7 Push and pullthe child restraint in different directions tobe sure it is secure To remove the child restraint just unbuckle the vehicle s safety belt and let it go back all the way The safety belt will move freely again and be ready to work for an adult or larger child passenger 1 37 ...

Page 46: ...e child restraint has one 1 Put the restraint on the seat Follow the instructions for the child restraint 2 Secure thechild in the child restraint as the instructions say 3 Pick up the latch plate and run the lap and shoulder portions of the vehicle s safety belt through or around the restraint The child restraint instructions will show you how If the shoulder belt goes in front of the child s fac...

Page 47: ...hebelt Make surethe release button is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quicklyif you ever had to 5 Pull therest of the shoulderbelt all the way out of the retractor to set the lock 1 39 ...

Page 48: ...ly But don t move it any more than needed to tighten the lap belt To remove the child restraint just unbuckle the vehicle s safety belt and letit go back all the way The safety belt will move freely again and be ready to work for an adult or larger child passenger 6 To tighten the belt feed the shoulder belt back into the retractor while you push down on the child restraint 1 40 ...

Page 49: ...d restraints should wear the vehicle s safety belts If you have the choice a child should sitnext to a window so the childcan wear a lap shoulder belt and get the additional restraint a shoulder belt can provide safety belts properly 0 Children who aren t buckled a crash 0 Children who aren t buckled people whoare up can be thrown out in up canstrike other 1 41 ...

Page 50: ...very close to thechild s face or neck Move the child toward the center of the vehicle but be sure that the shoulder belt still is on the child s shoulder so that in a crash the child s upper body would have the restraint that belts provide If the child is sitting in a rear seat outside position see Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides in the Index If the child is so small that the shoulder belt is stil...

Page 51: ...in this way in a crash thechild might slide under thebelt The belt s force would then be applied right on the child s abdomen That could cause serious or fatal injuries Wherever the child sits the lap portion of the belt should be worn low and snug onthe hips just touching the child s thighs This appliesbelt force to the child s pelvic bones in a crash 1 43 ...

Page 52: ...ear it just attach it to the regular safety belt Checking Your Restraint Systems Now and then make sure the safety belt reminder light and all your belts buckles latch plates retractors and anchorages are working properly Look for any other loose or damaged safety belt system parts If you see anything that might keep a safety belt system from doing itsjob have it repaired Torn or frayed safety bel...

Page 53: ... le Gutde du conducteur CAUTION ATTENTION 1 If you ever seea label on the driver s safety belt buckle that says to replace the buckle assembly be sure to do so Then the new buckle assernbly will be there to help protect you in a collision If belts are cut or damaged replace them Collision damage also may mean you will need to have safety belt or seat parts repaired or replaced New parts and repair...

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Page 55: ...try Battery Replacement for RKE Preventing Theft of Your Vehicle New Vehicle Break In Ignition Positions Tips on Starting Your Engine Using the Engine Coolant Heater Automatic Transmission Operation Parking Brake Guidelines Important Information on Engine Exhaust Operation of Your Windows 2 2s 2 25 2 26 2 27 2 28 2 3 1 2 32 2 33 2 34 2 35 2 48 2 52 Adjusting the Tilt Steering Wheel Functions of th...

Page 56: ...ehicle with the ignition keyis dangerousfor many reasons A child orothers could be badly injured or even killed They could operate power windows orother controls or even make the vehiclemove Don t leave thekeys in a vehicle withyoung children 2 2 ...

Page 57: ...or a qualified locksmith how to make extra keys Keep this number in a safe place If you lose your keys you ll be able to have new ones made easily using this number Your selling dealer should also have this number NOTICE Your vehicle has anumber of new features that can help prevent theft But youcan have a lot of trouble getting into your vehicle if youever lock your keys inside You may even have ...

Page 58: ...increase the chance of being thrown out of the vehicle in a crash if the doors aren t locked Wear safety belts properly lockyour doors and you willbe far better off whenever youdrive your vehicle There areseveral ways to lock and unlock your vehicle You can use your key to unlock your door from the outside To lock your door from the inside slide the lever on your inside door rearward To unlock the...

Page 59: ... on each rear door works only that door s lock Rear Door Security Lock With this feature you can lock the rear doorsso they can t be opened from the inside by passengers Move the lock up to lock the doors and down to release the door locks Leaving Your Vehicle If you are leaving the vehicle take your key open your door and set the locks from inside Then get out and close the door 2 5 ...

Page 60: ...9 m At times you may notice a decrease in range This is normal for any remote lock control system If the transmitter does not work or if you have to stand closer to your vehicle for the transmitter to work try this 0 0 0 0 Check to determine if battery replacement or resynchronization is necessary See the instructions that follow Check the distance You may be too farfrom your vehicle You may need ...

Page 61: ...use the battery in your key chain transmitter should last about two years You can tell the battery is weak if the transmitter won t work at the normal range in any location If you have to get close to your vehicle beforethe transmitter works it s probably time to changethe battery To replace the battery in the Keyless Entry transmitter 1 Insert a dime in the slot between the covers of the transmit...

Page 62: ... locks do not cycle see your retailer for service Liftgate It can be dangerous to drive with the rear window or liftgate open because carbon monoxide CO gas can come into your vehicle You can t see or smell CO It can cause unconsciousness and even death If you must drive with the rear window or liftgate open orif electrical wiringor other cable connections must pass through the seal between the bo...

Page 63: ... may also use the Keyless Entry system described earlier The liftgate can be opened without a key if the driver s door is unlocked To open the liftgate glass only unlock the liftgate and press the button To open the entire liftgate unlock the liftgate and lift the handle located in the center of the door The liftgate and glass will automatically lock when shut To lock the power lock system from th...

Page 64: ...terrent features we know that nothing we put on it can make it impossible to steal However there are ways you can help Key in the Ignition If you leave your vehicle with the keys inside it s an easy target for joyriders or professional thieves so don t do it When you park your Oldsmobile and open the driver s door you ll hear a tone reminding you to remove your key from the ignition and take it wi...

Page 65: ...w Vehicle Break In NOTICE Your modern Oldsmobile doesn t need an elaborate break in But itwill perform better in the long run if you follow these guidelines 0 0 0 0 Keep your speed at 55 mph 88 kmk or less for the first500 miles 805 km Don t driveat any one speed fast or slow for the first 500 miles 805 km Don t make full throttle starts Avoid making hard stops for the first 200 miles 322 km orso ...

Page 66: ...iods of time Prolonged operation of accessories in the ACCESSORY position could drain your battery and prevent you from starting your vehicle LOCK B This position locks your ignition steering wheel and transmission It s a theft deterrent feature You will only be able to remove your key when the ignition is turned to LOCK OFF C This position lets you turn off the engine but still turn the steering ...

Page 67: ... N Your engine won t start in any other position that s a safety feature To restart when you re already moving use NEUTRAL N j only NOTICE Don t try toshift to PARK P if your Oldsmobile is moving If you do you could damage the transmission Shift toPARK P only when your vehicle isstopped 1 Without pushing the accelerator pedal turn your ignition key to START When the engine starts let go of the key...

Page 68: ...e engine operates Before adding electrical equipment check withyour retailer If you don t your engine mightnot perform properly If you ever have to have your vehicle towed see the part of this manual that tells how to do it without damaging your vehicle See Towing Your Vehicle in the Index Engine CoolantHeater Option The enginecoolant heater cord is secured on the driver s side of the vehicle by t...

Page 69: ... sure to unplug and store the cord as it was before to keep it away fi ommoving engine parts If you don t it could be damaged How long should you keep the coolant heater plugged in The answer depends on the outside temperature the kind of oil you have and someother things Instead of trying tolist everything here we ask that you contact your Oldsrnobile retailer in the area where you ll be parking ...

Page 70: ... Towinga Trailer in the Index Ensure the shift lever is fully in PARK P range before starting the engine Your vehicle has a brake transmission shift interlock You have to fully apply your regular brakes before you can shift from PARK P when the ignition key is in the RUN position If you cannot shift out of PARK P ease pressure on the shift lever press the button on the shift lever and push the shi...

Page 71: ...rnph 56 k i d h j push your Going about 35 mph 56 k d h j or more pushthe accelerator peclal about halfway down accelerator all the way down You ll shift down t o the next gear and have more power AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE 0 should not be used when towing a trailer carrying a heavy load driving on steep hills 01 for off road driving Select THIRD 3 when operating the vehicle under any of these conditions...

Page 72: ...on Use yourbrakes or shift into PARK P to hold your vehicle in position on a hill Locking Rear Axle Your rear axle can give you additional traction on snow mud ice sand or gravel It works like a standard axle most of the time but when one of the rear wheels has no traction and the other does the locking feature will allow the wheel with traction to move the vehicle All Wheel Drive Your engine s dr...

Page 73: ...ailer from moving Shifting IntoPARK P It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully inPARK P with the parking brake firmlyset Your vehicle can roll If you have left the engine running the vehicle can move suddenly You or others could be injured To be sure yourvehicle won t move even when you re on fairlylevel ground use the steps that follow If you re pulling a tra...

Page 74: ...to 0 Hold in thebuttononthe lever Push the lever all the way toward the front of the vehicle 3 TLIIIIthe ignition key t o LOCK 4 Remove the key and take it with YOLI If you can remove the key and leave your vehicle your vehicle is in PARK P If you have to leave your vehicle with the engine running be s111 e t o firndy set your parking brake and shifi into PARK P before you leave it After you ve n ...

Page 75: ...f the pressure from the parking pawl in the transmission so you can pull the shift lever out of PARK P Shifting Outof PARK P Your vehicle has a brake transmission shift interlock You have to fully apply your regular brake before you can shift from PARK P when the ignition is in the RUN position See Automatic Transmission Operation in the Index If you cannot shift out of PARK P ease pressure on the...

Page 76: ...d death You might have exhaust coming in if 0 0 0 0 0 0 Your exhaust system sounds strange or different Your vehicle getsrusty underneath Your vehicle wasdamaged ina collision Your vehicle wasdamaged when driving over high points on the road or over road debris Repairs weren t done correctly Your vehicleor exhaust system had been modified improperly If you ever suspect exhaust is coming into your ...

Page 77: ...arage with the engine running Another closed in place can be a blizzard See Blizzard in theIndex It canbe dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in PARK P with the parking brake firmly set Your vehiclecan roll running unlessyou have to If you ve leftthe engine running thevehicle can move suddenly You or others could be injured To be sure your vehicle won t move evenwh...

Page 78: ...ture that allows you to lower it without holding the window switch Hold the driver s window switch down for more than a half a second to activate the express clownfeature Lightly tap the switch to open the window slightly The express down feature can be interrupted at any time by pressing the uparrow end of the switch Lockout Switch Your vehicle has a lockout feature to prevent passengers from ope...

Page 79: ...ng wheel and pull the lever towardyou Move the steering wheel to a comfortable level then release the lever to lock the wheel in place Do not adjust the steeringwheel while driving Turn SignaVMultifunction Lever The lever onthe left side of the steering column includes your Turn Signal and Lane Change Indicator Headlamp HighLow Beam Changer Windshield Wipers Windshield Washer 0 CruiseControl 2 25 ...

Page 80: ...n a signal bulb may be burned out and other drivers won t see your turn signal If a bulb is burned out replace it to help avoid an accident If the arrows don t go on at all when you signal a turn check the fuse see Fuses and Circuit Breakers in the Index and for burned out bulbs If you have a trailer towing option with added wiring for the trailer lamps a different turn signal flasher is used With...

Page 81: ... position For high speed wiping turn the band further to HIGH To stop the wipers move the band to the OFF position Be sure to clear iceand snow from the wiper blades before using them If they re frozen to the windshield carefully loosen or thaw them If your blades do become worn or damaged get new blades or blade inserts Windshield Washer At the top of the multifunction lever there s a paddle mark...

Page 82: ...lay mode To wash the window press and hold ON The wipers will continue to work after YOLIrelease the switch Press OFF to turn the wiper off The rear window washer uses the same fluid bottle as the windshield washer However the rear window washer will run out of fluid before the windshield washer If you can wash your windshield but not your rear window check your fluid level Cruise Control really h...

Page 83: ...trol on slippery roads Cruise control can be dangerous on Setting Cruise Control If you leave your cruise control switch on when you re not using cruise you might hit a button and go into cruise whenyou don t wantto You could be startled and even lose control Keep the cruise control switchOFF until you want to use it 1 Move the cruise control switch to ON 2 Get up to the speed you want 3 Press in ...

Page 84: ...tor pedal to get to the higher speed Press the button at the end of the lever then release the button and the accelerator pedal You ll now cruise at the higher speed 0 Move the cruise switch from ON to WA Hold it there until you get up to the speed you want and then release the switch To increase your speed in very small amounts move the switch to R A Each time you do this your vehicle will go abo...

Page 85: ... control Many drivers findthis to be too much trouble and don t use cruise control on steep hills Ending Cruise Control There are two ways to turn off the cruise control Step lightly onthe brake pedal Move the cruise switch to OFF Erasing Speed Memory When you turn off the cruise control or the ignition your cruise control set speed memory is erased Lamps The switches areon the left sideof your in...

Page 86: ...ore sunset The DRLsystem will make your headlamps come on at reduced brightness when the ignition is on the headlalnp switch is off and 0 the parking brake is released When the DRL are on only your headlamps will be on The taillamps sidemarker and other lamps won t be on The instrument panel won t be lit up either When it begins to get dark your DRL indicator light is a reminder to turn your headl...

Page 87: ...rior Lamps Brightness Control Turn the switch next to the headlarnp switch up to make your instrument panel lights brighter Turn the switch all the way up to turn on the interior lamps Use your fog lamps for better vision in foggy or misty conditions Your low beam headlamps must be on for your fog lamps to work Front Reading Lamps Option Press the button near each lamp on the overhead console to t...

Page 88: ...rea dome lamp off even when the liftgate and doors are open The front dome lamp will come on whenever the doors are open Inside Daymight Rearview Mirror Press the tab under the mirror to reduce glare from headlamps behind you Outside Manual Adjust Mirror Adjust your outside mirrors so you canjust see the side of your vehicle You can fold them before entering a car wash Pull the mirrors in toward t...

Page 89: ... see more from the driver s seat A convex mirror can make things like other vehicles look farther away than they really are If you cuttoo sharply into the rightlane you could hita vehicle on your right Check your inside mirror or glance overyour shoulder before changing lanes Storage Compartments Glove Box To open your glove box squeeze the lever at the top of the glove box and lower the door Two ...

Page 90: ...ng lamps a driver information system a storage compartment for sunglasses and a universal transmitter Reading Lamps Press the button near each lamp to turn the reading lamps on and off The lamps can also be swiveled to point in the desired direction 2 36 ...

Page 91: ...tionon If the outside temperature is37 F 3 C or lower the display will toggle between the word ICE and the current temperature every eight seconds This is a warning to the driver that road conditions may be icy and that appropriate precautions should be taken The compass is self calibrating so it does not need to be manually set However if C Calibration is displayed the compass will need to be cal...

Page 92: ...ay will return to the COMPITEMP mode TRIP Once in the TRIP mode pressing the MODE button will step you through the following TRIP functions AVG ECON The average fuel economy since the 0 INST ECON Instantaneous fuel economy for the last reset is displayed last second of driving is displayed RANGE The display indicates the estimated distance that can be travelled with the remaining fuel in the tank ...

Page 93: ...rtmenton each of the doors Cupholders are on the rear doors Lift the armrest coverof the console compartment to reveal a coinholder and additional storage Ribshave been provided for convenient storage of cassette tapes and compact discs A storage compartmentunder your radio may be used to hold small items Front cupholders are also provided on the console Both have liners that are easily removed fo...

Page 94: ...senger s side corner visible from the rear of vehicle Attach the lower hooks to the rear cargo tie downs on the floor Cargo SecurityShade You can use the cargo security shade the cargo area of your vehicle to cover items in Grasp the handle and unroll the cover Latch the posts into the sockets on the inside trim panel on the passenger s side of the vehicle to secure it I An improperly stored cargo...

Page 95: ...than the luggage carrier like paneling plywood a mattress and so forth the wind can catch it as you drive along This can cause you to lose control What you are carryingcould be violentlytorn off and this could cause you or other drivers to have a collision and of course damage your vehicle You may be able to carry something like this inside But never carry something longer or wider than the luggag...

Page 96: ...ens and smoking material can be deposited NOTICE Don t put papers and other things that burn into your ashtray If you do cigarettes or other smoking materials could set them on fire causing damage To remove the front ashtray lift the release tab as high as possible then remove the tray There are smaller ashtrays inside the rear doors Press PUSH to turn an ashtray around for use Sun Visors To block...

Page 97: ...igarette lighter Just pull down from the top of the door and follow the proper installation instructions that are included with any electrical equipment you install These circuits areprotected by a fuse and have maximum current levels I NOTICE When using the accessory power outlets maximum electrical load must not exceed 25 amps Always turn off any electrical equipment when not in use Leaving elec...

Page 98: ...forward side of the button to stopthe sunroof before it is completely opened Press and hold the forward side of the button to close the sunroof Once the sunroof is closed press the forward side of the button to open the sunroof to the vent position The sunroof is also equipped with a sunshade which you can pull forward to block sun rays Universal Transmitter Mini Console 2 44 ...

Page 99: ...hicle s battery and charging system This device complies with Part IS of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference and 2 This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation Programming the Transmitter Do not use the transmitter with any garage door opener that does not ...

Page 100: ...h rapidly The rapid flashing which could take up to 90 seconds indicates that the universal transmitter has been programmed Release both buttons once the light starts to flash rapidly If you have trouble programming the universal transmitter make sure that you have followed the directions exactly as described and that the battery in the hand held transmitter is not dead If you still cannot program...

Page 101: ...e dothe following 1 Programyourhand heldtransmittertotheuniversal transmitter by following the steps provided under Programming the Transmitter earlierin this section 2 3 4 5 6 Remove the cover panel from the garage door opener receiver It is located near the garage door opener motor Locate the training button on the garage door opener receiver The exact location and color will vary among brands P...

Page 102: ...Instrument Panel 2 48 ...

Page 103: ...ComfortControls D Glove Box E Ashtray E Cigarette LightedPower Auxiliary Outlets G Storage Compartment H Audio System I Fog Lamps J LampControls K Rear Endgate Release L Brake Release M Rear Window Washermiper N Rear Window Defogger 2 49 ...

Page 104: ...ance how your vehicle is running You ll know how fast you re going about how much fuel you ve used and many other things you ll need to know to drive safely and economically GATE AJAR h l ANTI LOCK 4 MPH 0 CHECK GAGES RPM APPLY BRAKE TO SHIFT FROM PARK UNLEADED FUEL ONLY 9 1 o 19 2 50 ...

Page 105: ...dout Tachometer The tachometer displaysthe engine speed in revolutions per minute rpm Each tachometer has a different limit depending on the powertrain in your vehicle The tachometer has three areas normal operating range red warning range and red danger range The normal operating range shows your engine speed during normal driving conditions For example when the needle points to 2 it means the en...

Page 106: ...s Often gages and warning lights work together to let you know when there s a problem with your vehicle When one of the warning lights comes on and stays on when you are driving or when one of the gages shows there nay be a problem check the section that tells you what to do about it Please follow this manual s advice Waiting to do repairs can be costly and even dangerous So please get to know you...

Page 107: ...rk properly Have your vehicle serviced right away The air bag readiness light should flash for afew seconds when you turn the ignition key to RUN If the light doesn t comeon then have it fixed so it will be ready to warn you if there is a problem Charging System Indicator Light The charging systemlight will come on briefly when you turn on the ignition but the engine is not running as a check to s...

Page 108: ...cessories are operating in the vehicle and the engine is left at an idle for an extended period This condition is normal since the charging system is not able to provide full power at engine idle As engine speeds are increased this condition should correct itself as higher engine speeds allow the charging system to create maximum power You can only drive for a short time with the reading in either...

Page 109: ... warning light is on Driving with the brake system warning light on can lead to an accident If the light is still on after you ve pulled off the road and stopped carefully have the vehicle towed for service When the ignition is on the brake system warning light will also comeon when you set your parking brake The light will stay on if your parking brake doesn t release fully If it stays on after y...

Page 110: ...ning Light earlierin this section The anti lock brake system warning light should come on briefly when you turn the ignition key to RUN If the light doesn t corne on then have it fixed so it will be ready to warn you if there is a problem Engine Coolant TemperatureGage I This gageshows the engine coolant temperature If the gage pointer moves into the red area your engine is too hot TEMP It means t...

Page 111: ...singany malfunction I NOTICE If you keep driving your vehicle with this light on aftera while your emission controls may not work as well your fuel economy may not be as good and your engine may not run as smoothly This could lead to costly repairs that may not be covered by your warranty This light should come on as a check to show you it is working when the ignition is on and the engine is not r...

Page 112: ...ght is still flashing follow the previous steps and drive the vehicle to your retailer or qualified service center for service If the Light Is On Steady You may be able to correct the emission system malfunction by considering the following Did you recently put fuel into your vehicle If so reinstall the fuel cap making sure to fully install the cap The diagnostic system can determine if the fuel c...

Page 113: ...oneor more of these conditions change the fuel brand you use It will require at least one full tank of the proper fuel to turn the light off If none of the above stepshave made the light turn off have your retailer or qualified service center check the vehicle Your retailer has the proper test equipment and diagnostic tools to fix any mechanical or electrical problems that may have developed Engin...

Page 114: ...from neglected oil problems can becostly and is not covered by your warranty Daytime Running Lamps Indicator Light J 0 0 Check Gages Light CHECK GAGES You may have t hislight on the instrument panel It goes on whenever the DRL are on the ignition is on the headlamp switch is off and the parking brake is released The CHECK GAGES light will come on briefly when you are starting the engine If the lig...

Page 115: ...are fourthings that some owners ask about None of these show a problem with your fuel gage 0 0 0 0 At the gas station the gas pump shuts off before the gage reads FULL F It takes a little more orless fuel to fill up than the gage indicated For example the gage may have indicated the tank was half full but it actually took a little more or lessthan half the tank s capacity to fill the tank The gage...

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Page 117: ... Air Conditioning Heating Ventilation System and Tips Tips for Defoggingand Defrosting Rear Window Defogger Setting the Clock AM FM Stereo with Cassette Tape Player and Equalizer 3 9 3 13 3 15 3 15 3 15 3 16 3 16 3 16 AM FM Stereo with Compact Disc Player and Automatic Tone Control Theft Deterrent Feature Adding Sound Equipment to Your Vehicle Understanding Radio Reception Tips About Your Audio Sy...

Page 118: ...b The lower knob allows you to choose the direction of air delivery OFF This setting turns the system off Some outside air will still enter the vehicle whenever the vehicle is moving forward MAX A C This setting provides maximum cooling with the least amount of work MAX A C recirculates much of the air inside your vehicle so it cools quickly A C This setting cools the air entering your vehicle and...

Page 119: ...nteringthe vehicle For normal cooling on hot days use A C with the temperature knob turned counterclockwise On cool but sunny days use BI LEVEL A C to deliver warm air to the floor and cooler airto the instrument panel outlets When the air conditioner is on you may sometimes notice slight changes in your vehicle s engine speed and power This is normal because the system is designed to cycle the co...

Page 120: ...ts to direct the flow of air or close the outlets altogether When you close an outlet it will increase the flow of air comingout of any outlets that are open Ventilation Tips 0 0 0 Keep the hood and front air inlet free of ice snow or any other obstruction such as leaves The heater and defroster will work far better reducing the chance of fogging the inside of your windows When you enter a vehicle...

Page 121: ...he switch marked REAR DEFOG on your instrument panel below the headlamp switch PressON until the light in the switch comes on then release it It will only work if the ignition switch is turned to RUN The rear window defogger will stay on for five to seven minutes then turn off If you need additional warming time turn it on again You can turn the defoggeroff at any time by pressing OFF Do not attac...

Page 122: ...ay Press and hold MIN until the correct minute appears on the display To display the clock with the ignition off press RECALL and the time will be displayed for a few seconds There is an initial two second delay before the clock goes into the time set mode AM FM Stereo with CassetteTape Plaver and Equalizer Playing the Radio PWR VOL This knob turns the system on and off and controls the volume To ...

Page 123: ...uttons within five seconds Wheneveryou press that numbered button the station you set will return 6 Repeat the steps for each pushbutton In addition to the four stations already set up to three more stations may be preset on each band by pressing two adjoining buttons at the same time Just 1 Tune in the desired station 2 Press SET SET will appear on the display 3 Press two adjoining pushbuttons at...

Page 124: ...utton in the direction that the lighted arrow points to advance quickly to another part of the tape Press STOP EJECT lightly to stop forwarding and play the tape SEARCH Press this buttonto the recessed position Press the lighted arrow to skip to the next selection Press the opposite direction arrow that is not lighted to replay the current selection or skip to the previous selection Cr02 This butt...

Page 125: ... Move the control ring behind the upper knob clockwiseto adjust the SCV Then as you drive SCV automatically increases the volume as necessary to overcome noise at any particular speed Thevolume level should always sound the same to you as you drive If you don t want to use SCV turn the control all the way down Eachdetent on the control ring allows for more volume compensation at a fasterrate of sp...

Page 126: ...press PSCAN It will scan through each station stored on your pushbuttons and stop fora few seconds before continuing to scan through all of the pushbuttons Press P SCAN again or one of the pushbuttons to stop scanning to listen to a specific stored station P SCAN will light up on the display while in this mode If one of the stations stored on a pushbutton is too weak for the locationyou are in the...

Page 127: ...ront and counterclockwise for the rear speakers Themiddle position balances the sound between the speakers Push these knobs back into their stored positions when you re not using them Playing a CompactDisc PWR Press this knob to turn the system on Please note that you can also turn the system on when you insert a compact disc into the player with the ignition on Insert a disc partway into the slot...

Page 128: ...ut the word CD will be replaced with either AM FM1 or FM2 If the radio is turned off the disc stays in the player and will resume playing at the point where it stopped RECALL Press this button to see what track is playing Press it again within five seconds to see how long the CD has been playing that track Elapsed time is displayed in minutes and tenths of a second The track number will also appea...

Page 129: ...u allow more than 15 seconds to elapse between any steps the radio automatically reverts to time and you must start the procedure over at Step 4 1 Write down any three or four digit number from 000 to 1999and keep it in a safe place separate from the vehicle 2 Turn the ignition to ACCESSORY or RUN 3 Turn the radio off 4 Press the 1 and 4 buttons together Hold them down until shows on the display N...

Page 130: ... codebefore INOP appears If you lose orforget your code contact your retailer Disabling the Theft DeterrentFeature Enter your secret code as follows pause no more than 15 seconds between steps 1 Turn the ignition to ACCESSORY or RUN 2 Turn the radio off 3 Press the 1 and 4 buttons together Hold them down until SEC shows on the display 4 Press MN and 000 will appear on the display 5 Press MN again ...

Page 131: ...apt to higher volumes of sound Sound that seems normal can be loud and harmf ll to your hearing Take precautions by adjusting the volume control on your radio to a safe sound level before your hearing adapts to it To help avoid hearing loss or damage Adjust the volume control to the lowest setting Increase volume slowly until you hear comfortably and clearly NOTICE Before you add any sound equipme...

Page 132: ...may also choosea non scrubbing action wet type cleaner which uses a cassette with a fabric belt to clean the tape head This type of cleaning cassette will not eject and it may not clean as thoroughly as the scrubbing type cleaner Cassettes are subject to wear and the sound qualitymay degrade over time Always make sure the cassette tape is in good condition before you have your tape player serviced...

Page 133: ...System Information Anti Lock Brake Information Braking in Emergencies Steering Tips Off Road Recovery Tips Passing Other Vehicles Losing Control of Your Vehicle Four wheel Off Road DrivingGuidelines Night Driving Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads Tips Before Leaving on a Long Trip Avoiding Highway Hypnosis Driving on Hills and Mountains Winter Driving If You re Caught in a Blizzard Loading Your Veh...

Page 134: ...ads or freeways it means always expect the unexpected Assu ne that pedestrians or other drivers are going to be careless and make mistakes Anticipate what they might do Be ready for their mistakes Rear end collisions are about the most preventable of accidents Yet they are common Allow enough following distance It s the best defensive driving maneuver i n both city and rural driving You never know...

Page 135: ...ink alcohol There are goodmedical psychological and developmental reasons for these laws The obvious way to solve this highway safety problem is for people never to drink alcohol and then drive But what if people do How much is too much if the driver plans to drive It s a lot less than many might think Although it depends on each person and situation here is some general information on the problem...

Page 136: ...rried in body water this means that a woman generally will reach a higher BAC level than a man of her same body weight when each has the same number of drinks The law in many U S states sets the legal limit at a BAC of 0 10 percent In a growing number of U S states and throughout Canada the limit is 0 08 percent In some other countries it s even lower The BAC limit for all commercial drivers in th...

Page 137: ...e right answer What if there s an emergency a need to take sudden action as when a child darts intothe street A person with even a moderate BAC might not be able to react quickly enough to avoid the collision There s something else about drinking and driving that many people don t know Medical research shows that alcohol in a person s system can make crash injuries worse especially injuries to the...

Page 138: ...nds or more with another Age physical condition alertness coordination and eyesight all play a part So do alcohol drugs and frustration But even in 3 4of a second a vehicle moving at 60 mph 100k m h travels 66 feet 20 m That could be a lot of distance in anemergency so keeping enough space between your vehicle and others is important And of course actual stopping distances vary greatly with the su...

Page 139: ...r brakes If you do the pedal 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 brake pedal will be harder to push Anti Lock Brakes ABS Your vehicle has anti lock brakes ABS ABS is an advanced electronicbraking system that will help prevent a braking skid...

Page 140: ... is about to stop rolling the computer will separately work the brakes at each front wheel and at the rear wheels The anti lock system can change the brakepressure faster than any driver could The computer is programmed to make the most of available tire and road conditions You can steer around the obstacle while braking hard As you brake your cornputer keeps receiving updates on wheel speed and c...

Page 141: ... emergencies steering can help you more than even the very best braking Steering Power Steering If you lose power steering assist because the engine stops or the system is not functioning you can steer but it will take much more effort Steering Tips Driving on Curves It s important to take curves at a reasonable speed A lot of the driver lost control accidents mentioned on the news happen on curve...

Page 142: ...as you approach a curve do it before you enter the curve while y o r front wheels are straight ahead Try to adjust your speed so you can drive through the curve Maintain a reasonable steady speed Wait to accelerate until you are out of the curve and then accelerate gently into the straightaway Steering in Emergencies There are times when steering canbe more effective than braking For example you c...

Page 143: ...e driving at all times and wear safety belts properly Off RoadRecovery You may find sometime that your right wheels have dropped off the edge of a road onto the shoulder while you re driving OFF ROAD RECOVERY 7 5 7 7 edge of paved surface If the level of the shoulder is only slightly below the pavement recovery shouldbe fairly easy Easeoff the accelerator and then if there is nothing in the way st...

Page 144: ...ad to the sides and to crossroads for situations that night affect your passing patterns If you have any doubt whatsoever about making a successful pass wait fora better time 0 Watchfortrafficsigns pavementmarkingsandlines If you can see a sign up ahead that might indicatea turn or an intersection delay your pass A broken center line usually indicates it s all right to pass providing the road ahea...

Page 145: ...ance over your shoulder and check the blind spot Check your mirrors glance over your shoulder and start your left lane change signal before moving out of the right lane to pass When you are fa enough ahead of the passed vehicle to seeits front in your inside mirror activate your right lane change signal and move back into the right lane Remember that your right outside mirror is convex Thevehicle ...

Page 146: ... are 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 the vehicle to go If you start steering quickly enough your vehicle may straighten out Always be ready for a second skid if it occurs Of course traction is reduced when water snow ice gravel or other material is on the road For ...

Page 147: ...d Roads Many of the same design features that help make Bravada responsive on paved roads during poor weather conditions features like the locking rear axle and all wheel drive help make it much better suited for off road use than a conventional passenger car Its higher ground clearance alsohelps Bravada step over some off road obstacles But Bravada doesn t have features like special underbody shi...

Page 148: ...e heaviest things should be on the load floor and forward of your rear axle Putheavier items as far forward as you can 0 Be sure the load is secured properly so driving on the off road terrain doesn t toss things around 0 Cargo on the load floor piled higher than the seatbacks can be thrown forward during a sudden stop You or your passengers could be injured Keep cargo below the topof the seatback...

Page 149: ...er dry grass or other combustible materials that could catch fire from the heat of the vehicle s exhaust system Traveling to Remote Areas It makes sense to plan your trip especially when going to aremote area Know the terrain and plan your route You are much less likely to get bad surprises Get accurate maps of trails and terrain Try to learn of any blocked or closed roads It s also a good idea to...

Page 150: ...n You need to be familiar with the terrain and its many different features Here are some things to consider Slrrjji Cn1 tlitio 7 s Off roading can take you over hard packed dirt gravel rocks grass sand mud snow or ice Each of these surfaces affects the steering acceleration and braking of your vehicle in different ways Depending upon the kind of surface you are on you may experience slipping slidi...

Page 151: ... be very dangerous on any road And this is certainly true for off road driving At the very time you need special alertness and driving skills your reflexes perceptions and judgment can be affected by even a small amount of alcohol YOLI coulcl have a serious or even fatal accident if you drink and drive orride with a driver who has been drinking See Drunken Driving in the Index Driving onOff Road H...

Page 152: ... on the hill that can block your path boulders trees logs or ruts 0 What sbeyondthe hill Is there a cliff an embankment a drop off a fence Get out and walk the hill if you don t know It s the smart way to find out Is the hill simply too rough Steep hills often have ruts gullies troughs and exposed rocks because they are more susceptible to the effects of erosion Driving Uphill Once you decide you ...

Page 153: ...ert What shouldI do if my vehicle stalls or is about to stall andI can t make it up the hill A If this happens there are some things you should do and there are some things you must not do First here s what you sI ouZc1 do Pushthebrakepedaltostopthevehicle and keep it from rolling backwards Also apply the parking brake 0 If your engine is still running shift the transmission to REVERSE R release t...

Page 154: ...ke and slowly back straight down 0 Never attempt to turn around if you are about to stall when going up a hill If the hili is steep enough to stall your vehicle it s steep enough to cause you to roll over if you turn around If you can t make it up the hill you must back straight down the hill Q Suppose after stalling I try to back down the hill and decide Ijust can t do it What should I do A Set t...

Page 155: ...t and fade Heavy braking when goingdown a hill can cause your brakes to overheat and fade This could cause loss of control and a serious accident Apply thebrakes lightly when descendinga hill and usea low gear to keep vehicle speed under control Q Are there some things I should not do when driving down a hill A Yes These are important because if youignorethem you could lose control and have a seri...

Page 156: ...a downhill slide or a rollover Surface conditions can be a problem when you drive across a hill Loose gravel muddy spots or even wet grass can cause your tires to slip sideways downhill If the vehicle slips sideways it can hit something that will trip it a rock a rut etc and roll over Hidden obstacles can make the steepness of the incline even worse If you drive across a rock with the uphill wheel...

Page 157: ...ling onan Incline If your vehicle stalls when you re crossingan incline be sure you and your passengers get out on the uphill side even if the door there is harder to open If you get out on the downhill side and the vehicle starts toroll over you ll be right in its path If you have to walk down the slope stay out of the path the vehicle will take if it does roll over I Getting outon the downhill l...

Page 158: ...traction Hard packed snow and ice offer the worst tire traction On these surfaces it s very easy to lose control On wet ice for example the traction is so poor that you will have difficulty accelerating And if you do get moving poor steering and difficult braking can cause you to slide out of control Driving onfrozen lakes pondsor rivers can be dangerous Underwatersprings currentsunder the ice or ...

Page 159: ...the ground from under your tires and you could lose traction and roll the vehicle over Don t drive through rushing water See Driving ThroughWater in the Index for more information on driving through water After Off Road Driving Remove any brush or debristhat has collected on the underbody chassis or under the hood These accumulations can be a fire hazard After operation in mud or sand have the bra...

Page 160: ...ed to slow down and keep more space between you and other vehicles Slow down especially on higher speed roads Your headlamps can light up only so much road ahead In remote areas watch for animals If you re tired pull off the road in a safe place and rest Night driving is more dangerous than day driving One reason is that some drivers are likely to be impaired by alcohol or drbgs with night vision ...

Page 161: ... dark Whenyou are faced with severe glare asfrom a driver who doesn t lower the high beams or a vehicle with misaimed headlamps slow down a little Avoid staring directly into the approaching headlamps Keep your windshield and all the glass on your vehicle clean inside and out Glare at night is made much worse by dirt on the glass Even the inside of the glass can build up a filmcaused by dust Dirty...

Page 162: ...t suddenly when your reflexes are tuned for driving on dry pavement The heavier the rain the harder it is to see Even if your windshield wiper blades are in good shape a heavy rain can make it harder to see road signs and traffic signals pavement markings the edge of the road and even people walking It s wise to keepyour wiping equipment in good shape and keep your windshield washer tank filled wi...

Page 163: ...avoid puddles But if you can t try to slow down before you hit them A CAUTION Wet brakes can cause accidents They won t work as well in a quick stop and may cause pulling to one side You could lose controlof the vehicle After driving through a large puddle of wateror a car wash apply your brake pedal lightly until your brakes work normally 4 31 ...

Page 164: ...ing usually happens at higher speeds There just isn t a hard and fast rule about hydroplaning The best advice is to slow down when it is raining Driving ThroughDeep Standing Water NOTICE If you drive too quickly through deep puddles or standing water watercan come in through your engine sair intake and badly damage your engine Never drive through waterthat is slightly lower than the underbodyof yo...

Page 165: ...city map and plan your trip into an unknown part of the city just as you would for a cross country trip Try to use the freeways that rim and crisscross most large cities You ll save time and energy See the next part Freeway Driving Treat a green light as a warning signal A traffic light is there because the corner is busy enough to need it When a light turns green and just before you start to move...

Page 166: ...ave a clear view of the freeway as you drive along the entrance ramp you should begin to check traffic Try to determine where you expect to blend with the flow Try to merge into the gap at close to the prevailing speed Switch on your turn signal check your mirrors and glance over your shoulder as often as necessary Try to blend smoothly with the traffic flow Once you are on the freeway adjust your...

Page 167: ...mfortable clothingand shoes you can easily drive in Is your vehicle ready for a long trip If you keep it serviced and maintained it s ready to go If it needs service have it done before starting out Of course you ll find experienced and able service experts in Oldsmobile retailers all across North America They ll be ready and willing to help if you need it Here are some things you can check before...

Page 168: ...ve the road in less than a second and you could crash and be injured What canyou do about highway hypnosis Erst be aware that it can happen Then here are some tips 0 Make sure your vehicle is well ventilated with a comfortably cool interior 0 Keep your eyes moving Scan the road ahead and to the sides Check your mirrors and your instruments frequently If you get sleepy pull off the road into a rest...

Page 169: ... slope Coasting downhill in NEUTRAL N or with the ignition off is dangerous Your brakes will have to do all the workof slowing down They could get so hot that they wouldn t work well You would then have poor brakingor even none going down a hill You could crash Always have yourengine running and your vehicle in gear when you go downhill Know how to go uphill Youmaywant to shift down toa lower gear...

Page 170: ...flective warning triangles And if you will be driving under severe conditions include a small bag of sand a piece of old carpet or a couple of burlap bags to help provide traction Be sure you properly secure these items in your vehicle Driving on Snow orIce Most of the time those places where your tires meet the road probably have good traction However if there is snow or ice between your tires an...

Page 171: ...nti lock brakes improve your vehicle s stability when you make a hard stop on a slippery road Even though you have an anti lock braking system you ll want to begin stopping sooner than you would on dry pavement See Anti Lock in the Index Allow greater following distance on any slippery road Watch for slippery spots The road might be fine until you hit a spotthat s covered with ice On an otherwise ...

Page 172: ...on help and keep yourself and your passengers safe 0 Turn on your hazard flashers 0 Tie a red cloth to your vehicle to alert police that you ve been stopped by the snow 0 Put on extra clothing or wrap a blanket around you If you have no blankets or extra clothing make body insulators from newspapers burlap bags rags floor mats anything you can wrap around yourself or tuck under your clothing to ke...

Page 173: ...you must This saves fuel When you run the engine make it go a little faster than just idle That is push the accelerator slightly This uses less fuel for the heat that you get and it keeps the battery charged You will need a well charged battery to restart the vehicle and possibly for signaling later on with your headlamps Let the heater run for awhile Then shut the engine off and close the window ...

Page 174: ...n your front and rear axles you need to go to a weigh station and weigh your vehicle Your retailer can help you with this Be sure to spread out your load equally on both sides of the centerline Never exceed the GVWR for your vehicle or the GAWR for either the front or rear axle If you do have a heavy load you should spread it out Similar appearing vehicles may have different GVWR s and payloads Pl...

Page 175: ... a crash they ll keep going There s also important loading information for off road driving in this manual See Loading Your Vehicle in the Index Things you put inside your vehicle can strike and injurepeople in a sudden stopor turn or in a crash 0 0 0 0 0 Put things in the cargo area of your vehicle Try to spread the weight evenly Never stack heavier things like suitcases inside the vehicle so tha...

Page 176: ...ut a limit on how many people you carry inside your vehicle Be sure toweigh your vehicle before you buy and install the new equipment NOTICE Your warranty doesn t cover partsor components that fail because of overloading Towing a Trailer If youdon t use the correctequipment and drive properly youcan lose control when you pulla trailer For example if the trailer is too heavy the brakes may not work...

Page 177: ...A Trailer If you do here are some important points 0 0 0 0 0 There are many different laws including speed limit restrictions having to do with trailering Make sure your rig will be legal not only where you live but also where you ll be driving A good source for this information can be state or provincial police Consider using a sway control if your trailer will weigh 2 000 Ibs 900 kg or less You ...

Page 178: ...ilering information or advice or you can write us at Oldsmobile Customer Assistance P O Box 30095 Lansing MI 48909 In Canada write to General Motors of Canada Limited Customer Communication Centre 1908Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa Ontario LlH 8P7 Weight of the Trailer Tongue The tongue load A of any trailer is an important weight to measure because it affects the total or gross weight of your vehicle T...

Page 179: ... in the Index Then be sure you don t goover the GVW limit for your vehicle including the weight of the trailer tongue Hitches It s important to have the correct hitch equipment Crosswinds large trucks going by and rough roads are a few reasons why you ll need the right hitch Here are some rules to follow If you ll be pulling a trailer that when loaded will weigh more than 2 000 Ibs 900 kg be sure ...

Page 180: ...1 000Ibs 450 kg loaded then it needs its own brakes and they IINIS be adequate Be sure to read and follow the instructions for the trailer brakes so you ll be able to install acl jtlst and maintain them properly Your trailer s brake system can tap into the vehicle s hydraulic brake system only if 0 The trailer parts can withstand 3 000 psi 20 650kPa of pressure 0 The trailer s brake system will us...

Page 181: ...nce Before setting out for the open road you ll want to get to know your rig Acquaint yourself with the feel of handling and braking with the added weight of the trailer And always keep in mind that the vehicle you are driving is now a good deal longer and not nearly as responsive as your vehicle is by itself Before you start check the trailer hitch and platform and attachments safety chains elect...

Page 182: ...rning with a trailer make wider turns than normal Do this so your trailer won t strike soft shoulders curbs road signs trees or other objects Avoid jerky or sudden maneuvers Signal well in advance Turn Signals WhenTowing a Trailer When you tow a trailer your vehicle has to have extra wiring and a heavy duty turn signal flasher included in the optional trailering package The arrows on your instrume...

Page 183: ...of your transmission Parking on Hills You really should not park your vehicle with a trailer attached on a hill If something goes wrong your rig could start to move People can be injured and both your vehicleand the trailer can be damaged But if YOU ever have to park your rig on a hill here s how to do it 1 Apply your regular brakes butdon t shift into PARK I yet Then turn your wheels into the cur...

Page 184: ...er Towing Your vehicle will need service more often when you re pulling a trailer See the Maintenance Schedule for more on this Things that are especially important in trailer operation are automatic transmission fluid don t overfill engineoil axle lubricant belt cooling system and brake adjustment Each of these is covered in this manual and the Index will help you find them quickly If you re trai...

Page 185: ...onnecting the wiring harness to your trailer Dark Blue Use for electric trailer brakes or auxiliary wiring Red Use for battery charging it connects to the starter solenoid eight wire harness only Light Green Back up lamps eight wire harness only Brown Taillamps and parking lamps Yellow Left stoplamp and turn signal Dark Green Right stoplamp and turn signal 0 White Heavy Gage Ground wire White Ligh...

Page 186: ...f i NOTES 4 54 ...

Page 187: ...uld Know Before Towing Towing Your VehicleFrom the Front Towing Your VehicleFrom the Rear If YourEngine is Overheating If Steam is Coming FromYour Engine Cooling System 5 16 5 21 5 21 5 29 5 30 5 31 5 32 5 32 How to Add Coolant What todo if a Tire Goes Flat How to Change a Flat Tire Where to Store the Flat Tire and Tools Information on the Compact SpareTire If You reStuck in Sand Mud Snow or on Ic...

Page 188: ... of the steering column all the way down 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 button until the first click and release When the hazard warning flashers areon your turn signals won t work The flashers will stop if you step on the brake 5 ...

Page 189: ...ldn t be covered byyour warranty Do not try to start your vehicle bypushing or pulling it This could damage your vehicle and it won t start thatway If the othersystem isn ta 12 volt system with a negative ground both vehicles can be damaged Batteries can hurt you They can be dangerous because They contain acid that can burnyou They contain gas that can explode or ignite They contain enough electri...

Page 190: ...t a manual transmission in NEUTRAL N I unnecessary accessories plugged into the cigarette lighter or accessory power outlets if you have this option Turn off all lamps thataren t needed as well as radios This will avoid sparks and help to save both batteries In addition it couldsave your radio 3 Turn off the ignition on both vehicles Unplug NOTICE If you leave your radio on it could be badly damag...

Page 191: ...nt 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 5 Check that the jumper cables don t have loose or missing insulation If they do you could get a shock The vehicles could be damaged too Before you connect the cables here are some basic things you should know Posit...

Page 192: ...h the cable at least 18 inches 45 cm away from the dead battery but not near engine parts that move The electrical connection isjust as good there but the chance of sparks getting back to the battery is much less 10 Now start the vehicle with the good battery and run the engine for a while 11 Try to start the vehicle with the dead battery If it won t start after a few tries make sure all connectio...

Page 193: ...ro skirting or special tires and wheels these instructions may not beconect Before you do anything turn on the hazard warning flashers When you call tell the towing service That your vehicle has all wheel drive The make model and year of your vehicle Whether you can move the shift lever for the transmission A Heavy Metal Engine Part B Good Battery C Dead Battery If there was an accident what was d...

Page 194: ...jury and vehicle damage The vehicle should be tightly secured with chains or steel cables before it is transported Don t use substitutes ropes leather straps canvas webbing etc that can be cut by sharp edges underneath the towed vehicle Always use T hooks inserted in the T hook slots Never use J hooks They will damage drivetrain and suspension components When your vehicle is beingtowed have the ig...

Page 195: ...rd the driver s side to unlock it 4 While holding the solenoid lever in the unlock position press the shift lever button and shift into NEUTRAL N 5 Release the solenoid lever and snap the boot back into place Don t have your vehicle towed on the drive wheels unless you must If the vehicle l nust be towed on the drive wheels be sure not to exceed 35 mph 56 km h and not to travel more than 50 miles ...

Page 196: ...car carrier equipment Use safety chains and wheel straps Towing a vehicle over rough surfaces could damage a vehicle Damage can occur from vehicle to ground or vehicle to wheel lift equipment To help avoiddamage installa towing dolly and raise the vehicle until adequate clearance is obtained between the ground and or wheel lift equipment Do not attach winch cables or J hooksto suspension component...

Page 197: ...for car carrierequipment Use safety chains andwheel straps Towing a vehicle over roughsurfacescould damage a vehicle Damage can occur from vehicle to ground or vehicle to wheel lift equipment To help avoid damage install a towing dollyand raise the vehicle until adequate clearanceis obtained between the ground and or wheel lift equipment Do not attach winch cablesor J hooks to suspensioncomponents...

Page 198: ... 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 keepdriving when your engine is overheated the liquids in itcan catch fire You or others could be badly burned Stop your engine if it overheats and get out of the vehicle until the engine iscool NOTICE If your engine catchesfire because you keep driving wi...

Page 199: ...TRAL N otherwise shift to the highest gear while driving AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE 0 or THIRD 3 If you no longer have the overheat warning you can drive Just to be safe drive slower for about 10 minutes If the warning doesn t comeback on you can drive normally If the warning continues pull over stop and park your vehicle right away If there s still no sign of steam push the accelerator until the engine ...

Page 200: ...essure Cap C Engine Fan I ICAUTION An electric fan under thehood can start up even when theengine is not running and can injure you Keephands clothing and tools away from any underhood electric fan If the coolant inside the coolant recovery tank is boiling don t do anything else until it cools down 5 14 ...

Page 201: ...e thevehicle The coolant level should be at the ADD mark If it isn t you may have a leak in the radiator hoses heater hoses radiator water pump or somewhere else in the cooling system NOTICE Engine damage from running your engine without coolant isn t covered by your warranty If there seems tobe no leak start the engine again See if the fan speed increases when idle speed is doubledby pushing the ...

Page 202: ...n be dangerous Plain water or some other liquid like alcohol can boil before the proper coolant mixwill Your vehicle s coolant warning system is set for the proper coolant mix With plain water or the wrong mix your engine could get too hot but you wouldn t get the overheat warning Your engine could catch fire and you or others could be burned Use a 50 50 mix of clean waterand DEX COOL coolant I NO...

Page 203: ...e proper coolant mix directly to the radiator but be sure the cooling system is cool before you do it I A I 7 3 5 5 CAUTION 1 Steam and scalding liquids from a hot cooling system canblow out and burn O L I badly They are under pressure and if you turn the radiator pressure cap even a little they can come out CAUTION Continued JTTON Cnntinllr I at high speed Neverturn the cap when the cooling syste...

Page 204: ...radiator hose is no longer hot Turn the pressure cap slowly counterclockwise until it first stops Don t press down while turning thepressure cap If you hear a hiss wait for that to stop A hiss means there is still some pressure left 2 Then keep turning the pressure cap but now push down as you turn it Remove the pressure cap 5 18 ...

Page 205: ...Fill the radiatorwith the proper coolantmixture up to the baseof the filler neck 4 Then fill the coolant recovery tankto 5 Put the cap back on the coolant recovery tank but leave the pressure capoff 5 19 ...

Page 206: ...iller neck may be lower If the level is lower add nm eof the proper coolant mixture through the filler neck n t i l the level reaches the base of the filler neck 8 Then replace the pressure cap At any time during this procedure if coolant begins to flow out of the filler neck reinstall the pressure cap Be sure the arrows on the pressure cap line up like this 5 20 ...

Page 207: ...want the vehicle t o go It may be very bumpy and noisy but YOLI 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 equipment to change a flat tire safely Changing a Flat Tire If a tire goes flat avoid further tire and wheel damage by driving slowly to a level place Turn on your hazard warning flashers c A CAUTION Cha...

Page 208: ...move the jack cover pull up on the latch at the end of the cover near the endgate Then pull up on the latch on the top of the cover Remove the wheel blocks jack and wheel wrench The spare tire is stored under the vehicle I NOTICE Never remove or restow atire frodto a stowage positionunder the vehicle while the vehicle is supportedby a jack Always tighten the tirefully againstthe undersideof the ve...

Page 209: ... retainer at the end of the cable and pull it through the wheel opening Pull the tire out from under the vehicle I NOTICE To help avoid vehicle damage do not drive the vehicle before the cable is restored A Put the spare tire near the flat tire The tools you ll be using include the jack A the wheel wrench B and the hub cap removal tool C You will have to take off the hub capto reach your wheel nut...

Page 210: ...age to the hub capand wheel surface Remove the hub cap Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire 1 Using the wheel wrench loosen all the wheel nuts Don t remove them yet 2 Turn the jack handle clockwise to raise the jack lift head 3 Fit the jack into the appropriate hole nearest the flat tire 5 24 ...

Page 211: ... off the jack you could be badly injuredor killed Never get under a vehicle when itis supported only by a jack NOTICE Raising yourvehicle with the jack improperly positioned will damage thevehicle or mayallow the vehicle to falloff the jack Be sure to fit the jack lift head into the proper location before raising yourvehicle ...

Page 212: ...urfaces and spare wheel A CAUT 3 I Rust or dirt on thewheel 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 where thewheel attaches to the vehicle In an emergency you can use a clothor a papertowe to do this but be sure to use a scraper or wire br...

Page 213: ...on the wheel mounting surface 8 Put the nutson by hand Make sure the cone shaped end is toward the wheel Tighten each nut by hand until the wheel is held against the hub If a nut can t be turned by hand use the wheel wrench and see your retailer as soon as possible I 9 Lower the vehicle by turning the jack handle counterclockwise Lower the jack completely 5 27 ...

Page 214: ... Be sure touse the correctwheel nuts If you have to replace them be sure to get new GM original equipment wheel nuts Stop somewhere as soon as you can and have the nuts tightened with a torque wrench to 95 lb ft 130 N m I NOTICE Improperly tightened wheel nuts can lead to brake pulsation and rotor damage To avoid expensive brake repairs evenly tighten thewheel nuts in the proper sequence and to th...

Page 215: ...the spare or flat tire BJ A Retainer B Valve Stem Pointed Down C Spare Tire D Spring E Wheel Wrench F Lower G Raise H Hoist Arm 1 Put the tire on the ground at the rear of the vehicle with the valve stem pointed down and to the rear 2 P dl the retainer through the wheel 3 Put the chisel end of the wheel wrench on an angle through the hole in the rear bumper and into the hoist shaft Turn the wheel ...

Page 216: ...ew it can lose air after a time Check the inflation pressure regularly It should be 60 psi 420 kPa After installing the compact spare on your vehicle you should stop as soon as possible and make sure your spare tire is correctly inflated The compact spare is made to perform well at speeds up to 65 mph 105 km h for distances up to 3 000 miles 5 000 km so you can finish your trip and have your full ...

Page 217: ...ng them candamage your vehicle and candamage the chains too Don t usetire chains on your compact spare If You re Stuck In Sand Mud Ice or Snow What YOU don t want to do when your vehicle is stuc to spin your wheels too fast Themethod known as kis rocking can helpyou get outwhen you re stuck but you must use caution If you letyour tires spin at high speed they can explode and you or others could be...

Page 218: ...n REVERSE R and a forward gear spinning the wheels as little as possible Release the accelerator pedal while you shift and press lightly on the accelerator pedal when the transmission is in gear If that doesn t get you out after a few tries you may need to be towed out Or you can use your recovery hooks if your vehicle has them If you do need to be towed out see Towing Your Vehicle in the Index Us...

Page 219: ...cle straight out Never pull on the hooks at a sideways angle The hooks could breakoff and you or others could be injured from the chain or cable snapping back NOTICE Never use the recovery hooks to tow the vehicle Your Bravada couldbe damaged and itwould not be covered by warranty 5 33 ...

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Page 221: ...ion Fluid Engine Coolant Where toFill the Windshield Washer Fluid Important Brake Information Information on Your Vehicle s Battery Tips on Vehicle Storage Bulb ReplacementProcedures Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement How and When to Check Tire Inflation 6 39 6 42 6 44 6 47 6 48 6 50 6 5 1 6 52 6 53 6 54 6 55 6 59 6 60 6 60 6 6 I When it is Time to Buy New Tires Wheel Alignment Cleaning the Inside...

Page 222: ...nd Owner Publications i n the Index Your vehicle has an air bag system Before att emptin gto do your own service work see Servicing Your Air Bag Equipped Oldsmobile in the Index You should keep a record with all parts receipts and list the mileage and the date of any service work you perform See Maintenance Record in the Index You can be injured and your vehicle couldbe damaged if you try to do se...

Page 223: ...amage your engine If you re using fuel rated at87 octane or higher and you still hearheavy knocking your engine needs service But don tworry if you hear a little pinging noise when you re accelerating or driving up a hill That s normal and you don t have to buy a higher octane fuel to get rid of pinging It s the heavy constant knock that means you have a problem If your vehicleis certified tomeet ...

Page 224: ...formulated gasolines may be available in your area to help clean the air General Motors recommends that you use these gasolines if they comply with the specifications described earlier NOTICE Your vehicle was not designed for fuel that contains methanol Don t useit It can corrode metal parts in your fuel system and also damage plastic and rubber parts That damage wouldn t be covered under your war...

Page 225: ...ine To take off the cap turn it slowly to the left counterclockwise The cap has a springin it if you let go of the cap too soon it will spring back to the right I A CAUTION If you get gasoline on yourself and then something ignites it you could be badly burned Gasoline can spray out on you if you open the fuel fillercap too quickly This spray can happen if your tank is nearly full and is more like...

Page 226: ...y installed This would allow fuel to evaporate into the atmosphere See Malfunction Indicator Lamp in the Index I I I NOTICE If you needa new cap be sure to get the right type Your retailer can get one for you If you get the wrong type it may not fit properly This may cause your malfunction indicator lamp to light and your fuel tank and emissions system may be damaged See Malfunction Indicator Lamp...

Page 227: ... in the hood You may have a lamp that cornes on when you lift the hood A CAUTION Things that burn can get on hot engine parts and start afire These include liquids like gasoline oil coolant brake fluid windshield washer and other fluids and plastic or rubber You or others could be burned Be careful not to drop or spill things thatwill burn onto a hot engine I 6 7 ...

Page 228: ... you ll see these items A Battery B Coolant Recovery Tank C Engine Oil Dipstick D Automatic Transmission Dipstick G Brake Master Cylinder E Engine OilFill H Air Cleaner F Power Steering Reservoir I Windshield WasherFluid 6 8 ...

Page 229: ...then push it back in all the way Remove it again Thenjust pull thehood down firmly to close It will latch when dropped from 10to12 inches 25to 30 cm without pressing onthe hood Engine Oil It s a good idea to checkyour engine oil every timeyou get fuel In order to getan accurate reading the oil must be warm and the vehicle must be on level ground The oil dipstick is a yellow ring Turn off the engin...

Page 230: ...ing range Push the dipstick all the way back in when you re through What Kindof Oil to Use Oils recom nended for your vehicle can be identified by looking for the Starburst symbol This symbol indicates that the oil has beencertified by the American Petroleum Institute API Do not use any oil which does not carry this Starburst symbol If you change your own oil be sure you use oil that has the Starb...

Page 231: ...n oil container show its viscosity or thickness Do not LIS other viscosity oils such as SAE 20W SO I NOTICE Use only engineoil with the American Petroleum Institute Certif ied For Gasoline Engines Starburst symbol Failure to use the recommended oil can result in engine damage not covered by your warranty GM Goodwrench oil meets all the requirements for your vehicle If you are i n a11area where the...

Page 232: ... for delivery service police taxi or other commercial application Driving under these conditions causes engine oil to break down sooner If any one of these is true for your vehicle then you need to change your oil and filter every 3 000 miles 5 000 km or 3 months whichever occurs first If none of them is true use the long trip highway maintenance schedule Change the oil and filter every 7 500 mile...

Page 233: ...ing oil from the filter before disposal Don t ever disposeof oil by putting it in the trash pouring it on the ground into sewers or into streams orbodies of water Instead recycle it by taking it to a placethat collects used oil If you have a problem properly disposing of your used oil ask your retailer a servicestation or alocal recycling center forhelp Air Cleaner To remove the air cleaner remove...

Page 234: ... place when you re driving Automatic Transmission Fluid When to Check and Change A good time to check your automatic transmission fluid level is when the engine oil is changed Change both the fluid and filter every 50 000miles 83 000 km if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90 F 32 C or higher In ...

Page 235: ...checkyour transmissionfluid Wait at least 30 minutes before checking the transmission fluid level if you have been driving 0 When outside temperatures are above 90 F 32 C Athigh speed for quite a while In heavy traffic especially in hot weather While pulling a trailer To get the right reading the fluid should be at normal operating temperature which is 180 Fto 200 F 82 C to 93 C Checking Transmiss...

Page 236: ...accurate reading of the fluid level Checkingthe Fluid Hot or Cold 0 0 0 Park your vehicle on a level place Keep the engine running With the parking brake applied place the shift lever in PARK P With your foot on the brake pedal move the shift lever through each gear range pausing for about three seconds in each range Then position the shift lever in PARK P Let the engine run at idle for three minu...

Page 237: ...ng the transmission fluid HOT A COLD check isused only as a reference If the fluid level is low add only enough of the proper fluid to bring the level up to theHOT area fora hot check It doesn t take much fluid generally less than one pint 0 5 L Don t overfill We recommend you use only fluid labeled DEXRON 111 because fluidwith that label is made especially for your automatic transmission Damage c...

Page 238: ...lug Ilole you ll need to add some lubricant Add enough lubricant to raise the level to the bottom of the filler plug hole What to Use Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of lubricant to use See Reco n ended Fluids and Lubricants in the Index Front Axle When to Check and Change Lubricant Refer to the Maintenance Schedule todetermine how often to check the lubricant and when to ...

Page 239: ... of lubricant touse See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants inthe Index Rear Axle When to Check and Change Lubricant Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine how often to checkthe lubricant and when to change it See Scheduled Maintenance Services inthe Index How to Check Lubricant If the level is below the bottom of the filler plug hole you ll need to add some lubricant Add enough lubricant to...

Page 240: ... Give freezing protection down to 34 F 37 C 0 Give boiling protection up to 265 F 129 C 0 Protect against rust and corrosion 0 Help keep the proper engine temperature 0 Let the warning lights and gages work as they should NOTICE When addingcoolant it is important that you use only DEX COOLTM silicate free coolant Ifsilicated coolant is addedto the system premature engine heater coreor radiator cor...

Page 241: ...re and you or others could be burned Use a 50150 mix of clean water and DEX COOLTM coolant If you use an improper coolantmix your engine could overheat andbe badly damaged The repair cost wouldn t be covered by your warranty Too much water in themix can freeze and crack the engine radiator heater core and other parts If you have to add coolant more than four times a year have your retailer check y...

Page 242: ... and radiator are hot can allow steam and scalding liquids to blow out and burn you badly With the coolant recovery tank you will almost never have to add coolant at the radiator Never turn the radiator pressure cap even a little when the engine and radiator are hot Add coolant mixture at the recovery tank but be careful not to spill it A CAUTION You can be burned if you spill coolant on hot engin...

Page 243: ... coolant through the radiator until the coolant reaches a preset temperature Power Steering Fluid NOTICE Your radiator cap is a 15 psi 105 kPa pressure type cap and must be tightly installed to prevent coolant loss and possible engine damage from overheating Be sure the arrows on the cap line up with the overflow tube on the radiator filler neck 6 23 ...

Page 244: ...ld be between theADD and FULL marks If necessary add only enough fluid to bring the level up to the proper range What to Use Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of fluid to use See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants in the Index Always use the proper fluid Failure touse the proper fluid can cause leaks and damage hosesand seals Windshield Washer Fluid What to Use When you need ...

Page 245: ... completely full Don t use radiator antifreeze in your windshield washer It can damage your washer system and paint Brakes Brake Fluid Your brake master cylinder reservoir is here It is filled with DOT 3 brake fluid There are only two reasons why the brake fluid level in the reservoir might go down The fiist is that the brake fluid goes down to an acceptable level during normal brake lining wear W...

Page 246: ...ou or others could be burned and your vehicle could be damaged Add brake fluid only when work is done on the brake hydraulic system Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine when to check your brake fluid See Periodic Maintenance Inspections in the Index Checking Brake Fluid You can check the brake fluid without taking off the cap Just look at the windows on the brake fluid reservoir The flui...

Page 247: ... not work well or they may not even workat all This could cause a crash Always use the proper brake fluid 0 0 Using the wrong fluid can badly damage brake system parts For example just a few drops of mineral based oil such as engine oil in your brake system can damage brake system parts so badly that they ll have to be replaced Don tlet someoneput in the wrong kindof fluid If you spillbrake fluid ...

Page 248: ...ing conditions or climates may cause a brake squeal when the brakes are first applied or lightly applied This does not mean something is wrong with your brakes Properly torqued wheel nuts are necessary to help prevent brake pulsation When tires are rotated inspect brake pads for wear and evenly torque wheel nuts in the proper sequence to GM specifications Brake linings should always be replaced as...

Page 249: ...rformance you ve come to expect can change in many other ways if someone puts in the wrong replacement brake parts Battery Every new Oldsmobile has a Delco Freedom battery You never have to add water to one of these When it s time for a new battery we recommend a Delco Freedom battery Get one that has the replacement number shown on the original battery s label Vehicle Storage If you re not going ...

Page 250: ...bulbs have pressurized gas inside and can burst if you dropor scratch the bulb You or others could be injured Be sure to read and follow theinstructionson the bulb package Composite Headlamps 1 Open the hood 2 Remove the black protective caps from the removal pins at the top of the radiator support Use a hex socket to unscrew the pins 3 Pull the headlamp lens assembly out 4 Unplug the electrical c...

Page 251: ...e Install and tighten the screws Front Turn Signal Lamps 1 Remove the headlamp assembly 2 Reach down and behind the turn signal lamp assembly 3 Turn the socket counterclockwise and pull it out 4 Holding the base of the bulb pull the bulb straight out of the socket 5 Push the new bulb into the socket until it clicks 6 Put the socket back into the turn signal lamp assembly and turn it clockwise unti...

Page 252: ...he base of the bulb pull the bulb straight out of the socket Push the new bulb straight into the socket until it clicks Put the socket into the lamp assembly and turn the socket clockwise until it locks into place Install the lamp assembly and screws Close the endgate Underhood Lamp 1 Disconnect the electrical connector from the underhood lamp assembly 2 Remove the screws 3 Disconnect the ground w...

Page 253: ...e bulb base Install the bulb assembly into the lamp assembly Place the lamp assembly into the console turning it to latch it into place Install the lens Vanity Mirror Lamps 1 Insert the blade of a small screwdriver into the center slot at the bottom of the lens 2 Gently pry the screwdriver down in order to lift out the lens 3 Pry out the bulb 4 Press the new bulb into place 5 Slide the side tabs o...

Page 254: ...t blades NOTICE Use care when removingor installinga blade assembly Accidental bumping can cause the arm to fall back andstrike the windshield 1 To remove the old wiper blades lift the wiper arm until it locks into a vertical position A Blade Assembly B Arm Assembly C Locking Tab D Blade Pivot E Hook Slot E Arm Hook 6 34 ...

Page 255: ... from the blade assembly The 5 Be sure that the notches are locked by the bottom claws Make sure that all other claws areproperly locked on both sides of the insert slots A 4 To install the new wiper insert slide the insert D notched end last into the end with two blade claws A Slide the insert all the way through the blade claws at the opposite end B The plastic caps C will be forced off as the i...

Page 256: ... tire warranty and where to obtain service see your Oldsmobile Wmanty booklet for details Poorly maintained and improperly used tires are dangerous e 0 0 0 Overloading your tires can cause overheating as a result of too much friction You could havean air out and a serious accident See Loading Your Vehicle in the Index Underinflated tirespose the same danger as overloaded tires The resulting accide...

Page 257: ...dhandling 0 Bad fuel economy NOTICE Continued I I NOTICE Continued i If your tires havetoo much air overinflation you can get thefollowing Unusualwear Badhandling Roughride Needless damage from road hazards When to Check Check your tires once a month or more Also check the tire pressure of the spare tire If you have a compact sparetire it should be at 60 psi 420 kPa How to Check Use a good quality...

Page 258: ...e the correct rotation pattern shown here If your vehicle has a compact spare tire don t include it in your tire rotation After the tires have been rotated adjust the front and rear inflation pressures as shown on the Certificationmire label Make certain that all wheel nuts are properly tightened See Wheel Nut Toraue in the Index Rust or dirton awheel or on the parts to which it is fastened can ma...

Page 259: ...abel The tires installed on your vehicle when it was new had a Tire Performance Criteria Specification TPC Spec number on each tire s sidewall When you get new tires get ones with that same TPC Specnumber That way your vehicle will continue to have tires that are designed to give proper endurance handling speed rating traction ride and other things during normal service on your vehicle If your tir...

Page 260: ...ited States National Highway Traffic Safety Administration which grades tires by treadwear traction and temperature performance This applies only to vehicles sold in the United States The grades are molded on the sidewallsof most passenger car tires The Uniform Tire Quality Grading system does not apply to deep tread winter type snow tires space saver ortemporary use spare tires tires with nominal...

Page 261: ... The traction grade assigned to this tire is based on braking straight ahead traction tests and does not include cornering turning traction The temperature grades are A the highest B and C representing the tire s resistance to the generation of heat and its ability to dissipate heat when tested under controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel Sustained high temperature can c...

Page 262: ...iler will know the 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 wheel boltsor wheel nuts replace them only with new GM original equipment parts This way you will be sure to have the right wheel wheel bolts and wheel nuts for your Oldsmobile I Using...

Page 263: ... GM original equipmentwheel L NOTICE Don t use tire chains They can damage your vehicle because there s not enough clearance Use another typeof traction deviceonly if its manufacturer recommendsit for use on your vehicle and tiresize combination and road conditions Follow that manufacturer s instructions To help avoid damage to your vehicle drive slowly readjust or remove the device if it s contac...

Page 264: ...hese unless this manual says you can In many uses these will damage your vehicle 0 Alcohol Laundry Soap 0 Bleach 0 Reducing Agents Cleaning the Insideof Your Oldsmobile Use a vacuum cleaner often to get rid of dust and loose dirt Wipe vinyl or leather with a clean dampcloth Your Oldsmobile retailer has two cleaners a solvent type spot lifter and a foam typepowdered cleaner They will clean normal s...

Page 265: ... with a slightly damp paper towel or cloth Dry it immediately with a blow dryer Wipe with a clean cloth Using Solvent Qpe Cleaner on Fabric First see if you have to use solvent type cleaner at all Some spotsand stains will clean off better with just water and mild soap If you need to use a solvent 1 2 3 4 Gently scrape excess soil from the trim material with a clean dull knife or scraper Use very ...

Page 266: ...ess stain then sponge the soiled area with cool water 2 If a stain remains follow the foam type instructions described earlier 3 If an odor lingers after cleaning vomit or urine treat the area with a waterhaking soda solution 1 teaspoon 5 ml of baking soda to 1 cup 250 ml of lukewarm water 4 If needed clean lightly with solvent type cleaner Combination Stains Stains caused by candy ice cream mayon...

Page 267: ...ons i n the windshield and even make it difficult to see through the windshield under certain conditions Care of Safety Belts Keep belts clean and dry Do not bleachor dye safety belts If youdo it may severely weaken them In a crash they might not beable to provide adequate protection Clean safety belts only with mild soap and lukewarm water Glass Glass should be cleaned often GM Glass Cleaner GM P...

Page 268: ...seal better and not stick or squeak Apply silicone grease with a clean cloth at least every six months During very cold damp weather more frequent application may be required See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants in the Index Cleaning the Outsideof Your Oldsmobile The paint finish on your vehicle provides beauty depth of color gloss retention and durability Washing Your Vehicle The best way to pre...

Page 269: ...rial chimneys etc can damage your vehicle s finish if they remain on painted surfaces Wash the vehicle as soon as possible If necessary use non abrasive cleanersthat are marked safe for painted surfaces to remove foreign matter Exterior painted surfaces are subject to aging weather and chemical fallout that can take their toll over a period of years You can help to keep the paint finish looking ne...

Page 270: ...hicle through an automatic car wash that has silicon carbide tire cleaning brushes These brushes can also damage the surface of these wheels Tires To clean your tires use a stiff brush with a tire cleaner NOTICE When applyinga tire dressingalways take careto wipe off any oversprayor splash from all painted surfaces on the bodyor wheels of the vehicle Petroleum based productsmay damage the paint fi...

Page 271: ...ve corrosion protection At least every spring flush these materials from the underbody with plain water Clean any areas where mud and other debris can collect Dirt packed in closed areas of the frame should be loosened before being flushed Your retailer or an underbody car washing system can do this for you Chemical Paint Spotting Some weather and atmospheric conditionscan create a chemical fallou...

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Page 273: ...vehicle The VIN also appears on the Vehicle Certification and ServiceParts labels and the certificatesof title and registration Engine Identification The 8th character in your VIN is the engine code This code will help you identify your engine specifications and replacement parts Service Parts Identification Label You ll find this label on the driver s door lock pillar It s ver helpful if you eves...

Page 274: ...lamp wiring is protected by an internal circuit breaker An electrical overload will cause the lamps to go onand off or in some cases to remain off If this happens have your headlamp wiring checked right away Windshield Wipers The windshield wiper motor is protected by a circuit breaker and a fuse If the motor overheats due to heavy snow etc the wiper will stop until the motor cools If the overload...

Page 275: ...ize and rating If you ever have a problem on the road and don t have a spare fuse you can borrow one that has the same amperage Just pick some feature of your vehicle that you can get along without like the radio or cigarette lighter and use its fuse if it is the correct amperage Replace it as soon as you can Instrument Panel Fuse Block The fuseblock is at the driver s end of the instrument panel ...

Page 276: ...Relay Center High Mounted Stoplamp Dome Lamps Cargo Lamps Visor Vanity Mirror Cigarette Lighter Inside Rearview Mirror Lamp Overhead Console Lamps Glove Box Lamp Horns Horn Relay IP Courtesy Lamps Power Outside Rearview Mirror Liftglass Release Motor Illuminated Entry Module Parking Lamps License Plate Lamps Electric Shift Transfer Case Module Underhood Lamp Rear Wiper Fog Lamp Relay Door Switch L...

Page 277: ...w Sensor Cam Shaft Sensor Blower Motor Temperature Door Motor HI BlowerRelay Coil Power Auxiliary Outlets Assembly Line DiagnosticLink FuseKircuit Breaker Usage 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 Rear Window Defogger PCMNCM Battery Fuel Pump PCMNCM Ignition Injectors Crank Sensor Coil Driver Module Radio Inside Rearview Mirror Map Lamp Overhead Console Reading Lamps Rear Wiper Rear Washer Overhead Console Disp...

Page 278: ... Shift Transfer Case Crank Relay Air Bag Module Not Used Air Bag Module FuseKircuit Breaker Usage 23 24 Cluster Illurnination Radio Illumination Heater Lamp 4WD Illumination Chime Module Fog Lamp Illumination Rear Wiper Switch Illumination Rear Defogger Switch Illumination Liftglass Release Switch Illumination Overhead Console Illumination PRNDL Power 4L6OE Automatic Transmission ...

Page 279: ...s Composite Low Beam Halogen Headlamps Composite High Beam Tail and Stoplamps Turn Signal Lamp Underhood Lamp Visor Vmity Mirror Lamps Overhead Console Reading Lamps Quantity 2 2 4 2 1 4 2 Number 9006 HB4 9005 HB3 3057 3157 NA 93 74 194 6 59 ...

Page 280: ...ance Replacement Parts Replacement part numbers listed in this section are based on the latest information available at the time of printing and are subject to change If a part listed in this manual is not the same asthe part used in your vehicle when it was built or if you have any questions please contact your retailer Oil Filter PFS2 Air Cleaner Filter A1163C PCV Valve CV746C Automatic Transmis...

Page 281: ... After refill the level must be checked Air ConditioningRefrigerants Not all air conditioning refrigerants are the same If the air conditioning system in your vehicle needs refrigerant be sure the proper refrigerant is used If you re not sure ask your Oldsmobile retailer Vehicle Dimensions Wheelbase 107 0 inches 271 8cm Length 180 9 inches 459 5cm Height 63 2 inches 160 5 em Width 67 6 inches 171 ...

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Page 283: ...chedule Selecting the Right Schedule for Your Vehicle Short Trip City Definition Short Trip City Intervals Long Trip Highway Definition Long Trip Highway Intervals Short Trip City Maintenance Schedule 7 28 7 39 7 39 7 40 7 40 7 43 7 4s 7 47 7 47 Long Trip Highway Maintenance Schedule Owner Checksat Each Fuel Fill up What to Check at Least Once a Month What to Check at Least Twice a Year What to Ch...

Page 284: ... working condition but also helps the environment All recommended maintenance procedures are important Improper vehicle maintenance can even affect the quality of the air we breathe Improper fluid levels or the wrong tire inflation can increase the level of emissions from your vehicle To help protect our environment and to keep your vehicle in good condition please maintain your vehicle properly 7...

Page 285: ...s See Serviceand Owner Publications in the Index Part B Owner Checks and Services tells you what should be checked and when It also explains what you can easily do to help keep your vehiclein good condition Part C Periodic Maintenance Inspections explains important inspections that your Oldsmobile retailer s service department or anotherqualified service center should perform Part D Recommended Fl...

Page 286: ...ldsmobile retailer This part tells you the maintenance services you should have done and when you should schedule them If you go to your retailer for your service needs you ll know that GM trained and supported service people will perform the work using genuine GM parts The proper fluids and lubricants to use are listed in Part D Make sure whoever services your vehicle uses these All parts should ...

Page 287: ...ity Intervals Every 3 000 Miles 5 000 km Engine Oil and Filter Change or 3 months whichever occurs first Chassis Lubrication or 3 months whichever occurs first Drive Axle Service or3 months whichever occurs first Every 6 000 Miles 10 000 km Tire Rotation Every 15 000Miles 25 000 km Air Cleaner Filter Inspection if driving in dusty conditions Every 30 000 Miles 50 000 km Air Cleaner Filter Replacem...

Page 288: ...months whichever occurs first Chassis Lubrication or every 12months whichever occurs first Drive Axle Service Tire Rotation Every 30 000 Miles 50000 km Fuel Filter Replacement Air Cleaner Filter Replacement Every 50 000 Miles 83 000 km Automatic Transmission Service severe conditions only Every 60 000 Miles 100 000 km Engine Accessory Drive Belt Inspection Fuel Tank Cap and Lines Inspection Every ...

Page 289: ...that all recommended maintenance services be performed at the indicated intervals and the maintenance be recorded Lubricate the front suspension ball joints steering linkage parking brake cable guides propshaft splines universal joints and brake pedal springs A good time to check your brakes is during tire rotation See Brake SystemInspection under Periodic Maintenance Inspection in Part C of this ...

Page 290: ... lealung See footnote DATE ACTUALMILEAGE SERVICEDBY 6 000 Miles 10 000 km Cl Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occursfirst An Emission Control Service 3 months whicheveroccurs first See footnote 0Check readfkont axle fluid level and add fluid as needed Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking See footnote 0Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the...

Page 291: ...eaking See footnote V DATE I ACTUAL MILEAGE ISERVICED B Y I 12 000Miles 20 000 km 0Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first At1 Etnissiotl Corltml Service 0Lubricate chassis components or every 3 months whichever occurs first See footnote 0Check redfront axle fluid level and add fluid as needed Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking See footnote 0Rot...

Page 292: ...fluid level and add fluid as needed Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking See footnote 18 000 Miles 30 000 km 0Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occursfirst An Emission Control Service 3 months whicheveroccurs first See footnote 0Check readfkont axle fluid level and add fluid as needed Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking See footnote...

Page 293: ...leaking See footnote DATE SERVICED BY ACTUAL MILEAGE 24 000 Miles 40 000 km 0Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Corztr olService 0Lubricate chassis components or every 3 months whichever occurs first See footnote 0Check redfront axle fluid level and add fluid as needed Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking See footnote 0Rotate tire...

Page 294: ...level and add fluid as needed Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking See footnote 30 000 Miles 50 000 km 0Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service 0Lubricate chassis components or every 3 months whichever occurs first See footnote 0Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid as needed Check constant velocity joints and ...

Page 295: ...note A11 E177is siolI Cor1f1 01 Sel vire I 33 000 Miles 55 000 km Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first A 1 7 Emissiou Cor tlwlSel ic e 0Lubricate chassis components or every 3 months whichever occurs first See footnote 0Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid as needed Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking See footnote j c DATE SERVICED B...

Page 296: ... fluid level and add fluid as needed Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for lealung See footnote 0Lubricate chassis components or every I 39 000 Miles 65 000 km 0Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occursfirst An Emission Control Service 0Lubricate chassis components or every 3 months whichever occurs first See footnote 0Check readfront axle fluid level and add flui...

Page 297: ...on and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote DATE SERVICED B Y ACTUAL MILEAGE 45 000 Miles 75 000 km 0Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An En7issio1 Control Sc n ice 0Lubricate chassis components or every 3 months whichever occurs first See footnote 0Check readfront axlefluid level and add fluid as needed Check...

Page 298: ...on and Rotation in the Indexfor proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 50 000 Miles 83 000 km 0Change automatic transmission f l Jid and filter if the vehicleis mainly driven under one or more of these conditions In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches90 F 32 C or higher In hilly or mountainous terrain When doing frequent trailer towing Uses s...

Page 299: ... and axle seals for leaking See footnote DATE SERVICED BY ACTUAL MILEAGE 54 000 Miles 90 000 km Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service 0Lubricate chassis components or every 3 months whichever occursfirst See footnote ElCheck readfront axle fluid level and add fluid as needed Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking See fo...

Page 300: ...axle sealsfor leaking See footnote DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICEDBY 60 000 Miles 100 000 km 0Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occursfirst An Emission Control Service 0Lubricate chassis components or every 3 months whichever occursfirst See footnote 0Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid as needed Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking See footnote ...

Page 301: ...proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote An Emission Control Service DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY 63 000Miles 105000 km 0Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occursfirst An Emission ControlService 0Lubricate chassis components or every 3 months whichever occurs first See footnote 0Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid as needed Check constant ...

Page 302: ...king See footnote Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote DATE SERVICED B Y ACTUAL MILEAGE 69 000 Miles 115 000 km UChange engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first A 1 1 Emissior1 Col trol Se11ic c Lubricate chassis components or every 3 months whichever occursfirst See footnote 0Check read...

Page 303: ... in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote DATE SERVICED B Y ACTUAL MILEAGE 75 000Miles 125 000 km 0Change engineoil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first At Elrlission Cotmd Service 3 months whichever occurs first See footnote in dusty conditions Replace filterif necessary Atz Emissiot Coltttwl Set 1 ic e See footnote 0Check readfront axle flui...

Page 304: ...leaking See footnote 0Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Indexfor proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote DATE ACTUALMILEAGE SERVICEDBY I 81 000 Miles 135 000 km 0Change engineoil and filter or every 3 months whichever occursfirst An Emission Control Service 0Lubricate chassis components or every 3 months whichever occursfirst See footnote 0Check readfront...

Page 305: ... leaking See footnote 0Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Indexfor proper rotation pattern and additionalinformation See footnote DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE I I 1 SERVICED BY 87 000 Miles 145 000 km 0Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occursfirst An Emission Control Service 0Lubricate chassis components orevery 3 months whichever occursfirst See footnote Check read...

Page 306: ...front axle fluidlevel and add fluid as needed Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking See footnote 1 0Replace fuel filter An Emission Control Service See footnote 0Replace air cleaner filter Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote An Emission Control Service DATE ACTUALMILEAGE SERVICEDBY 7 24 ...

Page 307: ...king See footnote DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICEDBY I 96 000 Miles 160000 km 0Change engine oil andfilter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service 0Lubricate chassis components or every 3 months whichever occursfirst See footnote 0Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid as needed Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking See footnote 0Rotate tires Se...

Page 308: ...as needed Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking See footnote 100 000 Miles 166 000 km 0Inspect spark plug wires Arz Emission Control Service 7 Replace spark plugs An Enaission Contrd Service c Change automatic transmission fluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches ...

Page 309: ...ndfilter do not require changing DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE 1 I l 150 000 Miles 240 000 km 0Drain flush and refill cooling system or every60 months since last service whichever occurs first See Engine Coolant in the Indexfor what to use Inspect hoses Clean radiator condenser pressure cap and neck Pressure test cooling system andpressure cap An Emission Control Service DATE SERVICEDBY ACTUAL MILEAGE 7 27 ...

Page 310: ...ll liability prior to the completion of the vehicle s useful life We however urge that all recommended maintenance services be performed at the indicated intervals and the maintenance be recorded Lubricate the front suspension ball joints steering linkage parking brake cable guides propshaft splines universal joints and brake pedal springs A good time to check your brakes is during tire rotation S...

Page 311: ...tion in the Indexfor proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote DATE SERVICEDBY ACTUALMILEAGE 15 000 Miles 25 000 km 0Change engine oil and filter or every 12 months whichever occurs first 17Lubricate chassis components or every 12months whichever occurs first See footnote 0Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid as needed Check constant velocity joints and axle seals f...

Page 312: ...Y 0Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index forpropel rotation pattern and additional information See footnote A11 Emissioll Co17tml Sc l l ic o 30 000 Miles 50 000 km I Change engine oil and filter or every 12 months whichever occurs first All hIis vion CofltrolSer ic e 0Lubricate chassis cornponents or every 12 months whichever occurs first See footnote 0Check rear front axle f...

Page 313: ...or every 12 months whichever occurs first AI Emi s siorl C o m d Sc r jicv 0Lubricate chassis components or every 12 months whichever occurs first See footnote CI Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid as needed Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking See footnote g 0Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional info...

Page 314: ...x for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote An Ernis sion Corltt olSrr ice 50 000 Miles 83 000 km 0Change automatic transmission fluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly driven under one ormore of these conditions In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90 F 32 C or higher In hilly or mountainous terrain When doing frequent trailer towing Us...

Page 315: ...ation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote An Emission Control Service 60 000Miles 100000 km Change engine oil and filter or every 12 months whicheveroccurs first 0Lubricate chassis components or every 12 months whichever occurs first See footnote 0Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid as needed Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for ...

Page 316: ...ont ol Servic t See footnote See footnote DATE SERVICED BY ACTUAL MILEAGE 67 500 Miles 112 500 km 0Change engine oil and filter orev i 0Lubricate chassis components orevery 12 months whichever occurs first See footnote 0Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid as needed Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking See footnote I 0Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in ...

Page 317: ...r rotation pattern and additional information See footnote Alr El1li s sion Col flr l Set ic o 82 500 Miles 137 500 km 0Change engine L oil and filter or every I2 months whichever occurs first 0Lubricate chassis components or every 12 months whichever occurs first See footnote 0Check rear front axle fluid level and add fluid as needed Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking See f...

Page 318: ...chever occurs first See footnote Check readfront axlefluid level and add fluid as needed Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking See footnote 0Replace fuel filter An Emission Control Service 0Replace air cleaner filter An Emission Control Service 0Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation inthe Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote See foot...

Page 319: ...nt axle fluid level and add fluid as needed Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking See footnote Y 0Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote AI E tIis vio 1 Collttvl Set i o 100 000 Miles 166 000 km I n heavy city traffic where the outside tenlperature 1 egularlyreaches 90 F 32 C or higher 7 37 ...

Page 320: ...0Drain flush and refill cooling system or every 60 months since last service whichever occurs first See Engine Coolant i n the Index for what to use Inspect hoses Clean radiator condenser pressure cap and neck Pressure test the cooling system and pressure cap AI Eulissiot1 Co11tt d St r ict DAI E ACTUAL hIILEAGE SERVICED B Y 7 38 ...

Page 321: ...y See Engine Oil in the Index for further details Engine Coolant LevelChnnk Check the engine coolantlevel and add the proper coolant mix if necessary See Engine Coolant in the Index for further details Windshield Washer Fluid Level Check Check the windshield washer fluid levelin the windshield washer tank and add the proper fluidif necessary See Windshield Washer Fluid in the Index for further det...

Page 322: ...rvice Lubricate the key lock cylinders with the lubricant specified in Part D Body Lubrication Service Lubricate all body door hinges the body hood fuel door hinges endgate hinges latches and locks and any moving seat hardware Lubricate the hood safety lever pivot and prop rod pivot Part D tells you what to use More frequent lubrication may be required when exposed to a corrosive environment Inspe...

Page 323: ...K P or NEUTRAL N If the starter works in any other position your vehicle needs service 1A CAUTION I When you are doing this check the vehicle could move suddenly If it does you or others could be injured Follow the steps below I I 1 Before you start be sure you have enough room around the vehicle It should be parked on a level surface 2 Firmly apply the parking brake see Parking Brake in the Index...

Page 324: ...toapply the regular brake atonce should the vehicle beginto move Park on a hirly steep hill with the vehicle facing downhill Keeping your foot on the regular brake set the parking brake To check the parking brake s holding ability With the engine running and transmission in NEUTRAL N slowly remove foot pressure from the regular brake pedal Do this until the vehicle is held by the parking brake onl...

Page 325: ...oose or missing parts signs of wear or lack of lubrication Inspect the power steering lines and hoses for proper hook up binding leaks cracks chafing etc Clean and then inspect the drive axle boot seals for damage tears or leakage Replace seals if necessary Exhaust System Inspection Inspect the complete exhaust system Inspect the body near the exhaust system Look for broken damaged missing or out ...

Page 326: ...r at oil change intervals check front axle and transfer case and add lubricant when necessary Oil the control lever pivot point and all exposed control linkage Check vent hose attransfer case for kinks and proper installation Brake System Inspection Inspect the complete system Inspect brake lines and hoses for proper hook up binding leaks cracks chafing etc Inspect disc brake pads for wear and rot...

Page 327: ...olant See Engine Coolant in the Index GM Part No 3634621 or equivalent with a complete flush and refill USAGE Hydraulic Brake System Parking Brake Cable Guides Power Steering System Automatic Transmission Key Lock Cylinders Chassis Lubrication FLUIDLUBRICANT Delco Supreme11 I Brake Fluid GM Part No 12377967 or equivalent DOT 3 brake fluid Chassis lubricant GM Part No 1052497 or equivalent or lubri...

Page 328: ...rements of NLGI 2 Category LB or GC LB IUSAGE Hood and Door Hinges Fuel Filler Door and Endgate Hinges and Rear Folding Seat Tailgate Mounted Spare Tire Carrier if equipped Outer Tailgate Handle Pivot Points and IHinges Weather strip FLUIDLLUBRICANT Multi purpose lubricant Superlube GMPart No 12346241 or equivalent Multi purpose lubricant Superlube GMPart No 1234624I or equivalent Multi purpose lu...

Page 329: ...y additional information from Owner Checksand Services or Periodic Maintenance can be added on the following record pages Also you should retain all maintenance receipts Your owner information portfolio is a convenient place to store them Maintenance Record ODOMETER DATE READING SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED Maintenance Record ODOMETER DATE READING SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED ...

Page 330: ...Maintenance Record ODOMETER I DATE I READING 1 SERVICED BY I MAINTENANCE PERFORMED ...

Page 331: ...r Writing to Oldsmobile Assistance for Text Telephone TT Y Users Oldsmobile Roadside Assistance Program Phone Number for Roadside Assistance Oldsmobile Courtesy Transportation BBB Autoline Information 8 8 Warranty Information 8 8 Reporting Safety Defects to the United States 8 9 Reporting Safety Defects to Canada 8 9 Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors 8 9 Ordering Service Publications in C...

Page 332: ...ever if a concern has not been resolved to your complete satisfaction take the following steps STEP ONE Discuss your concern with a member of retail facility management Normally concerns can be quickly resolved at that level If the matter has already been reviewed with the Sales Service orParts Manager contact the owner of the retail facility or the General Manager 8 2 ...

Page 333: ...4 French For help outside of the United States and Canada call the following numbers as appropriate 0 In Mexico 525 625 3256 I n Puerto Rico 1 800 496 9992 English or 1 800 496 9993 Spanish 0 In the U S Virgin Islands 1 800 496 9994 0 In the Dominican Republic 1 800 75 1 4135 English or 1 800 751 4136 Spanish In the Bahamas 1 800 389 0009 In Bermuda Barbados Antigua and the British Virgin Islands ...

Page 334: ...nsend Street P O Box 30095 Lansing MI 48909 In Canada write to General Motors of Canada Limited Customer Communication Centre 163 005 I908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa Ontario L I H 8P7 Refer to your Wdrranty and Owner Assistance Information booklet for addresses of GM Overseas offices When contacting Oldsmobile please remember that your concern will likely be resolved in the retail facility using the...

Page 335: ...e locate the nearest Oldsmobile retail facility take your request for an Oldsmobile computerized trip routing or simply answer any questions the Oldslnobile driver may have about the coverage provided by your Oldsmobile Roadside Assistance Program The Oldsmobile Roadside Assistance number is fully staffed and operational 24 hours a day 365 days a year Who Is Covered Oldsmobile Roadside Assistance ...

Page 336: ...car if necessary Having your car serviced is rarely convenient but with Courtesy Transportation at least you ll be able to get where you need to go whether it s here or there Some state insurance regulations make it impractical to rent vehicles to people under 21 years of age If you are under 21 and have difficulty renting a vehicle Oldsmobile will reimburse up to 30 day for documented transportat...

Page 337: ...ution to a disagreement regarding vehicle repairs or interpretation of the New Vehicle Limited Warranty To assist in resolving these disagreements Oldsmobilevoluntarily participates in BBB AUTO LINE BBB AUTO LINE is an out of court program administered by the Better Business Bureau system to settle automotive disputes This program is available free of charge to customers who currently own orlease ...

Page 338: ...srnobile Customer Assistance Network at 1 800 442 6537 Warranty Information Your vehicle comes with a separate warranty booklet that contains detailed warranty information REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS TO THE UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Ad...

Page 339: ...ainly hope you ll notify us Please call us at 1 800 442 6537 or write Oldsmobile CustomerAssistance Network P O Box 30095 Lansing MI 48909 In Canada please call us at 1 800 263 3777 English or 1 800 263 7854 French Or write General Motors of Canada Limited Customer Communication Centre 1908 Colonel SamDrive Oshawa Ontario L 1H 8P7 Ordering Service and Owner Publications in Canada Service manuals s...

Page 340: ...rvice Bulletins give technical 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 PLEASE COMPLETE THE ORDER FORMSHOWN ON THE FOLLOWING PAGE ANDMAILTO Helm Incorporated P O Box 07130 Detroit MI 48207 OWNER S INFORMATION Owner publications are written directly for Owners and int...

Page 341: ... purchases outside U S A please write to the above address for quotation HELM INCORPORATED P O Box 07130 Detroit MI 48207 CUSTOMER S NAME ATTENTION STREET ADDRESS NO P O BOX NUMBERS CITY STATE ZIP CODE DAYTIMETELEPHONE NO 0 AREA CODE P A Y E N T Check or Money Order payable to Helm Inc USA funds only do not send cash Mastercard 0VISA Discover TOTAL MATERIAL Michigan Purchasers add 6 sales tax U S ...

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Page 343: ...r 13 Air Conditioning 3 3 Refrigerants 6 6 I Alignment and Balance Tire 6 42 All WheelDrive 2 18 6 18 Antenna Fixed 3 16 Anti Lock Brake System Warning Light 2 56 4 7 Servicing 1 23 Aluminum Wheels Cleaning 6 50 AppearanceCare 6 44 Materials 6 52 ArbitrationProgram 8 7 Armrest Storage 2 39 AudioSystems 3 6 AutomaticOverdrive 2 17 Automatic Transmission Check 7 40 Fluid 6 14 Operation 2 15 Park Mec...

Page 344: ...icatian Tire Label 4 42 Chains Safety 4 48 Tire 6 43 Changing a Flat Tire 5 21 Charging System Light 2 53 Checking Your Restraint Systems 1 44 Chcrnical Paint Spotting 6 51 Child Restraints 1 34 Center Seat Positions 1 38 Securing in a Rear Outside Seat Position 1 36 Securing i n theRight Front Seat Position 1 38 Where to Put 1 34 Cigarette Lighter 2 42 Circuit Breakers and Fuses 6 55 Cleaner Air ...

Page 345: ...or Light 2 60 Dead Battery 5 3 Defects ReportingSafety 8 8 DefensiveDriving 4 2 Defogging and Defrosting 3 5 Dimensions Vehicle 6 6 1 Dome Lamps 2 34 Door Locks 2 4 Storage 2 39 DriverInfo mationSystem 2 37 Driver Position 1 12 Driving 4 1 Cily 4 33 Defensive 4 2 Drunken 4 3 Foreign Countries 6 4 Freeway 4 34 Guidelines 4 15 Hill and Mountain Roads 4 36 In a Blizzard 4 40 Night 4 28 On Curves 4 9 ...

Page 346: ...4 Exterior Metal Parts Protecting 6 49 Fabric cleaning 6 45 FillingYourTank 6 5 Filter Air 6 13 Finish Care 6 49 Finish Damage FlatTire Changing 5 21 Fluids and Lubricants 6 61 7 45 FogLamp Switch 2 33 Foreign Countries Fuel 6 4 Front Axle 6 18 Reading Lamp Bulb Replacement 6 33 Towing 5 10 TurnSignalLamp Bulb Replacement 6 31 Fuel 6 3 Filling YourTank 6 5 Foreign Countries 6 4 Gage 2 61 Fuses and...

Page 347: ...oplaning 4 32 Hood 6 6 Ignition Positions 2 I 2 Inflation Tire 6 37 7 39 Inside Day Night RearviewMirror 2 34 Inspections Brake System 7 44 DriveAxle 7 44 ExhaustSystems 7 43 Front Drive Axle Boot 7 43 Radiator and HeaterHose 7 43 Steering 7 43 Suspension 7 43 Throttle Linkage 7 44 TransferCase 7 44 Instrument Panel 2 48 Cleaning 6 47 Cluster 2 50 FuseBlock 6 55 Interior Lamps 2 33 Jacking Equipme...

Page 348: ...der Service 7 40 Rear Door Security 2 5 Steering Column Park Lock Check 7 42 Loss of Control 4 14 Lubricants and Fluids 6 61 7 45 Lubrication Service Body 7 40 Luggagecarrier 2 41 Lumbar Controls 1 3 Maintenance Record 7 47 Maintenance Schedule 7 1 LongTrip Highway 7 6 7 28 Owner Checks and Services 7 39 PeriodicMaintenanceInspections 7 43 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants 7 45 ScheduledMaintenanc...

Page 349: ... 2 19 Shifting Out of 2 2 1 AtNight 2 11 Brake 2 18 Brake Mechanism Check 7 42 Parking Lots 2 11 On Hills with a Trailer 4 51 OverThings That Burn 2 22 Passing 4 12 Payload 4 44 PeriodicMaintenance Inspections 7 43 Power Accessory Outlets 2 43 Door Locks 2 5 Remote Control Mirror 2 35 Powerseat 1 2 Steering 4 9 Steering Fluid 6 23 Windows 2 24 Pregnancy Usc 01 Safety Belts 1 24 Problems on the Roa...

Page 350: ...ints Check 1 44 7 40 Child 1 34 Head 1 5 Replacing Parts After a Crash 1 45 Reverse 2 16 Right Front Passenger Position 1 24 Roadside Assistance 8 5 Rocking YourVehicle 5 32 Rotation Tires 6 38 Safety Belts 1 6 Adults Safety Chains 4 48 Safety Defects Reporting 8 8 Safety Warningsand Symbols 111 Scheduled Maintenance Services 7 4 Seatback Reclining Front 1 3 Seats and Restraint Syst ems 1 1 Second...

Page 351: ... 9 Wheel Tilt 2 25 Storage Compartments 2 35 Storage Vehicle 6 29 Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools 5 29 Stuck In Sand Mud Ice or Snow 5 3 I Sunvisors 2 42 Sunglasses Storage 2 39 Sunroof 2 44 Supplemental Inflatable Restraint 1 18 Symbols Vehicle v Tachometer Alignment and Balance 6 42 Changing a Flat 5 21 Cleaning 6 50 Intlation 6 37 7 39 Inspection and Rotation 6 38 Pressure 6 37 7 39 Temp...

Page 352: ...TYUsers 8 4 Turn Signals When Towing a Trailer 4 50 Trip Before Leaving 4 35 Turn and Lane ChangeSignals 2 26 underbody Maintenance 6 5 I 7 42 Underhoocl Lamp Bulb Replacement 6 32 Erasing Channels 2 47 Operation 2 46 Programming 2 45 Rolling Codes 2 47 US MET Button 2 37 Universal Transmitter 2 44 vanity Mirror Lamp Bulb Replacement 6 33 Vehicle Control 4 6 Damage Warnings iv Dimensions 6 61 Iden...

Page 353: ...rque 5 28 6 60 Replacement 6 42 Windows 2 24 Windshield Washer 2 27 Fluid 6 24 Fluid Level Check 7 39 Windshield Wipers 2 27 Bladecheck 7 40 Blade Replacement 6 34 Fuses 6 54 Rear 2 28 Winter Driving 4 38 Wiring Headlamp 6 54 WreckerTowing 5 7 9 11 ...

Page 354: ...TANK P6 20 TIRES P6 36 ENGINEOIL DIPSTICK P6 9 P6 6 J l BATTERY I P6 29 WINDSHIELD WASHER FLUID P6 24 I i HOOD RELEASE P6 6 FUEL DOOR P6 5 For detailed information refer to the page number listed or see the index in the back of the owner s manual 9 12 ...

Page 355: ...e your vehicle You may beable to carry something like this inside But nevercarry something longeror wider than the luggagecarrier ontop of your vehicle A luggage carrier allows you to load things on top of your vehicle The luggage carrier has slats and side rails attachedto the roof sliding crossrails and places to use for tying things down These let you load some things on topof your vehicle as l...

Page 356: ...hen slide the crossrailup against the rear of the load to help keepit from moving You can then tie it down 2 Don t exceed the maximum vehicle capacity when loading your vehicle For more information on vehicle capacity and loading see Loading Your Vehicle in the Index To prevent damage or loss of cargo as you re driving check now and then to make sure the luggage carrier is locked and cargo is stil...

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