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Summary of Contents for Bravada 2001

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Page 2: ...ree lockout assistance Free dead battery assistance Free out of fuel assistance Free flat tire change Emergency towing 1 800 442 OLDS For vehicles purchased in Canada call 1 800 268 6800 that provides...

Page 4: ...ld Wipers Cruise Control Exterior and Interior Lamps Mirrors Storage Compartments Luggage Carrier Accessory Power Outlets OnStar System If Equipped Sunroof If Equipped HomeLink Transmitter Instrument...

Page 5: ...hicle Towing Loading Your Vehicle Towing a Trailer Heating and Air Conditioning Setting the Radio Clock Radio Cassette Player CD Player Radio Theft Deterrent Feature Steering Wheel Controls If Equippe...

Page 6: ...c Maintenance Inspections Recommended Fluids and Lubricants Maintenance Records Fuel Checking Fluids and Lubricants Engine Air Cleaner Filter Brakes Bulb Replacement Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement...

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

Page 8: ...cludes the latest information at the time it was printed We reserve the right to make changes after that time without further notice Please keep this manual in your vehicle so it will be there if you...

Page 9: ...delines in this manual See Your Driving the Road and Your Vehicle and Operating Your Vehicle Off Paved Roads in the Index How to Use this Manual Many people read their owner s manual from beginning to...

Page 10: ...ning CAUTION 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 help avoid or reduce the hazard Please...

Page 11: ...hing that can damage your vehicle Many times this damage would not be covered by your warranty and it could be costly But the notice will tell you what to do to help avoid the damage When you read oth...

Page 12: ...ave to do with your lamps MASTER LIGHTING SWITCH TURN SIGNALS PARKING LAMPS HAZARD WARNING FLASHER DAYTIME RUNNING LAMPS FOG LAMPS These symbols are on some of your controls WINDSHIELD WIPER WINDSHIEL...

Page 13: ...uel Use unleaded only See Section 6 for octane ratings Cooling System See Section 5 Hood Release See Section 6 Windshield Washer Fluid See Section 6 Spare Tire Pressure See Section 6 Battery See Secti...

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

Page 15: ...Manual Passenger Seat Pull the lever located under the front of the manual seat up to unlock it Slide the seat to where you want it Then release the lever and try to move the seat with your body to m...

Page 16: ...control forward or rearward Moving the whole control up or down raises or lowers the whole seat Vertical Control Move the reclining front seatback rearward or forward by moving the control toward the...

Page 17: ...ory 3 To program your remote keyless entry transmitter press the UNLOCK button within five seconds of programming the memory button You will hear a chime to confirm programming of the transmitter When...

Page 18: ...adjusting adjustment will pause while the ignition is in START Adjustment will resume after the ignition is in RUN Heated Front Seats Option If you have this feature the control is located on the out...

Page 19: ...ned like this The shoulder belt can t do its job because it won t be against your body Instead it will be in front of you In a crash you could go into it receiving neck or other injuries The lap belt...

Page 20: ...you fold the seatbacks down for more cargo space The rear seatback release handles are on the rear of the seatbacks Push back on the seatbacks as you pull up on the handles The head restraint will aut...

Page 21: ...o use safety belts properly It also tells you some things you should not do with safety belts And it explains the air bag system CAUTION Don t let anyone ride where he or she can t wear a safety belt...

Page 22: ...kle up See Safety Belt Reminder Light in the Index In most states and Canadian provinces the law says to wear safety belts Here s why They work You never know if you ll be in a crash If you do have a...

Page 23: ...1 10 Why Safety Belts Work When you ride in or on anything you go as fast as it goes Take thesimplest vehicle Suppose it sjust a seat on wheels Put someone on it...

Page 24: ...1 11 Get it up to speed Then stop the vehicle The rider doesn t stop The person keeps going until stopped by something In a real vehicle it could be the windshield...

Page 25: ...nt panel or the safety belts With safety belts you slow down as the vehicle does You get more time to stop You stop over more distance and your strongest bones take the forces That s why safety belts...

Page 26: ...ey work with safety belts not instead of them Every air bag system ever offered for sale has required the use of safety belts Even if you re in a vehicle that has air bags you still have to buckle up...

Page 27: ...which restraint systems your vehicle has We ll start with the driver position Driver Position This part describes the driver s restraint system Lap Shoulder Belt The driver has a lap shoulder belt He...

Page 28: ...s you pull up on the shoulder belt The lap part of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips just touching the thighs In a crash this applies force to the strong pelvic bones And you d be less...

Page 29: ...is too loose It won t give nearly as much protection this way CAUTION You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt is too loose In a crash you would move forward too much which could increase inju...

Page 30: ...ou can be seriously injured if your belt is buckled in the wrong place like this In a crash the belt would go up over your abdomen The belt forces would be there not at the pelvic bones This could cau...

Page 31: ...be seriously injured if you wear the shoulder belt under your arm In a crash your body would move too far forward which would increase the chance of head and neck injury Also the belt would apply too...

Page 32: ...sted across the body CAUTION You can be seriously injured by a twisted belt In a crash you wouldn t have the full width of the belt to spread impact forces If a belt is twisted make it straight so it...

Page 33: ...n it you can damage both the belt and your vehicle Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy Safety belts work for everyone including pregnant women Like all occupants they are more likely to be seriously inju...

Page 34: ...igned to help reduce the risk of injury from the force of an inflating air bag But these air bags must inflate very quickly to do their job and comply with federal regulations Here are the most import...

Page 35: ...or killed Air bags plus lap shoulder belts offer the best protection for adults but not for young CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued children and infants Neither the vehicle s safety belt system nor...

Page 36: ...23 How the Air Bag System Works Where are the air bags The driver s air bag is in the middle of the steering wheel The right front passenger s air bag is in the instrument panel on the passenger s sid...

Page 37: ...reshold level will be higher The air bag is not designed to inflate in rollovers side impacts or rear impacts because inflation would not help the occupant In any particular crash no one can say wheth...

Page 38: ...quickly deflates so quickly that some people may not even realize the air bag inflated Some components of the air bag module the steering wheel hub for the driver s air bag or the instrument panel fo...

Page 39: ...to replace the air bag module in the steering wheel or both the air bag module and the instrument panel for the right front passenger s air bag Do not open or break the air bag coverings Servicing Yo...

Page 40: ...system from working properly Also the air bag system may not work properly if you relocate any of the air bag sensors If you have any questions about this you should contact Customer Assistance befor...

Page 41: ...lightly to unlock it Then pull the belt across you more slowly 2 Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure When the shoulder belt is pul...

Page 42: ...touching the thighs In a crash this applies force to the strong pelvic bones And you d be less likely to slide under the lap belt If you slid under it the belt would apply force at your abdomen This...

Page 43: ...you pull the belt very quickly out of the retractor CAUTION You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt is too loose In a crash you would move forward too much which could increase injury The shou...

Page 44: ...itions the belt away from the neck and head There is one guide for each outside passenger position in the rear seat To provide added safety belt comfort for children who have outgrown child restraints...

Page 45: ...lastic cord must be under the belt Then place the guide over the belt and insert the two edges of the belt into the slots of the guide 3 Be sure that the belt is not twisted and it lies flat The elast...

Page 46: ...belt crosses the shoulder To remove and store the comfort guides squeeze the belt edges together so that you can take them out from the guides Pull the guide upward to expose its storage clip and then...

Page 47: ...n you have a lap safety belt which has a retractor 1 Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you Don t let it get twisted 2 Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks Pull up on the...

Page 48: ...ncludes infants and all other children Neither the distance traveled nor the age and size of the traveler changes the need for everyone to use safety restraints In fact the law in every state in the U...

Page 49: ...uch until a crash During a crash a baby will become so heavy it is not possible to hold it CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued For example in a crash at only 25 mph 40 km h a 12 lb 5 5 kg baby will su...

Page 50: ...n which it will be used For most basic types of child restraints there are many different models available When purchasing a child restraint be sure it is designed to be used in a motor vehicle If it...

Page 51: ...child s abdomen In a crash the belt would apply force on a body area that s unprotected by any bony structure This alone could cause serious or fatal injuries Young children always should be secured...

Page 52: ...ack of the infant The harness system holds the infant in place and in a crash acts to keep the infant positioned in the restraint A forward facing child seat C E provides restraint for the child s bod...

Page 53: ...child restraints have used the adult belt system in the vehicle To help reduce the chance of injury the child also has to be secured within the restraint The vehicle s belt system secures the add on c...

Page 54: ...ore recommends that child restraints be secured in a rear seat outside position including an infant riding in a rear facing infant seat a child riding in a forward facing child seat and an older child...

Page 55: ...whether or not a kit is available In Canada the law requires that forward facing child restraints have a top strap and that the strap be anchored In the United States some child restraints also have a...

Page 56: ...center tie down near the rear seats Anchor the top strap to one of these anchor points Be sure to use an anchor point located on the same side of the vehicle as the seating position where the child r...

Page 57: ...aint when and as the instructions say 1 Put the restraint on the seat 2 Pick up the latch plate and run the lap and shoulder portions of the vehicle s safety belt through or around the restraint The c...

Page 58: ...a forward facing child restraint you may find it helpful to use your knee to push down on the child restraint as you tighten the belt 6 Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be...

Page 59: ...t front passenger air bag Never put a rear facing child restraint in this seat Here s why CAUTION A child in a rear facing child restraint can be seriously injured or killed if the right front passeng...

Page 60: ...a right front passenger air bag always move the seat as far back as it will go before securing a forward facing child restraint See Seats in the Index 2 Put the restraint on the seat 3 Pick up the la...

Page 61: ...estraint You may find it helpful to use your knee to push down on the child restraint as you tighten the belt 7 Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure To rem...

Page 62: ...belt and get the additional restraint a shoulder belt can provide The shoulder belt should not cross the face or neck The lap belt should fit snugly below the hips just touching the top of the thighs...

Page 63: ...lt is very close to the child s face or neck A Move the child toward the center of the vehicle but be sure that the shoulder belt still is on the child s shoulder so that in a crash the child s upper...

Page 64: ...in this way in a crash the child might slide under the belt The belt s force would then be applied right on the child s abdomen That could cause serious or fatal injuries Wherever the child sits the...

Page 65: ...hey can rip apart under impact forces If a belt is torn or frayed get a new one right away Also look for any opened or broken air bag covers and have them repaired or replaced The air bag system does...

Page 66: ...g Your Engine 2 21 Engine Coolant Heater If Equipped 2 22 Automatic Transmission Operation 2 25 Parking Brake 2 26 Shifting Into PARK P 2 28 Shifting Out of PARK P 2 29 Parking Over Things That Burn 2...

Page 67: ...cle with the windows closed is dangerous A child can be overcome by the extreme heat and can suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat stroke Never leave a child alone in a vehicle especially...

Page 68: ...ss the side of the switch with the up arrow to raise a window Express Down Window The driver s window has an express down feature that allows you to lower it without holding the window switch Press th...

Page 69: ...le with the ignition key is dangerous for many reasons A child or others could be badly injured or even killed They could operate the power windows or other controls or even make the vehicle move Don...

Page 70: ...afe 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 a number of new features that can...

Page 71: ...or even death from heat stroke Always lock your vehicle whenever you leave it D Outsiders can easily enter through an unlocked door when you slow down or stop your vehicle Locking your doors can help...

Page 72: ...ramming options D All doors lock Driver s door unlocks only Press the lock side of the power lock switch on the door panel once and then the unlock side once This option is not available on most vehic...

Page 73: ...key in OFF release the turn signal multifunction lever Once you do this you will hear the lock switch lock and unlock 3 You are now ready to program the automatic door locks Select one of the four pro...

Page 74: ...le cannot be opened from the inside when this feature is in use If you want to open the rear door when the security lock is on unlock the door and open the door from the outside Lockout Prevention Thi...

Page 75: ...rference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device Changes or modifications to this system by other than an author...

Page 76: ...RAL N Remote Panic Alarm When the button with the horn symbol on the keyless entry transmitter is pressed the horn will sound and the headlamps and taillamps will flash for up to 30 seconds This can b...

Page 77: ...eplacing the battery use care not to touch any of the circuitry Static from your body transferred to these surfaces may damage the transmitter To replace the battery in the keyless entry transmitter 1...

Page 78: ...cycle see your dealer for service Liftgate Liftglass CAUTION It can be dangerous to drive with the liftgate or liftglass open because carbon monoxide CO gas can come into your vehicle You can t see or...

Page 79: ...ck system or the remote keyless entry system and lift the handle located in the center of the liftgate Remote Liftglass Release This button is located to the right of the steering wheel on the instrum...

Page 80: ...at Night Park in a lighted spot close all windows and lock your vehicle Remember to keep your valuables out of sight Put them in a storage area or take them with you Parking Lots Even if you park in...

Page 81: ...hen will turn off to save the battery power Remember the theft deterrent system won t activate if you lock the doors with a key or use the manual door lock It activates only if you use a power door lo...

Page 82: ...ystem Passlock is a passive theft deterrent system Passlock enables fuel if the ignition lock cylinder is turned with a valid key If a correct key is not used or the ignition lock cylinder is tampered...

Page 83: ...les 805 km Don t make full throttle starts D Avoid making hard stops for the first 200 miles 322 km or so During this time your new brake linings aren t yet broken in Hard stops with new linings can m...

Page 84: ...terrent feature You will only be able to remove your key when the ignition is turned to LOCK NOTICE If your key seems stuck in LOCK and you can t turn it be sure you are using the correct key if so is...

Page 85: ...already moving use NEUTRAL N only NOTICE Don t try to shift to PARK P if your vehicle is moving If you do you could damage the transmission Shift to PARK P only when your vehicle is stopped 1 With yo...

Page 86: ...ater should be plugged in a minimum of four hours prior to starting your vehicle To Use the Engine Coolant Heater 1 Turn off the engine 2 Open the hood and unwrap the electrical cord The cord is locat...

Page 87: ...your wheels It s the best position to use when you start your engine because your vehicle can t move easily CAUTION It is dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in PARK P...

Page 88: ...ving forward could damage your transmission Shift to REVERSE R only after your vehicle is stopped To rock your vehicle back and forth to get out of snow ice or sand without damaging your transmission...

Page 89: ...but lower fuel economy than THIRD 3 You can use SECOND 2 on hills It can help control your speed as you go down steep mountain roads but then you would also want to use your brakes off and on You can...

Page 90: ...e regular brake pedal down Pull the BRAKE RELEASE lever fully It is located on the bottom of the instrument panel on the driver s side NOTICE Driving with the parking brake on can cause your rear brak...

Page 91: ...on t move even when you re on fairly level ground use the steps that follow If you re pulling a trailer see Towing a Trailer in the Index 1 Hold the brake pedal down with your right foot and set the p...

Page 92: ...e You or others could be injured Don t leave your vehicle with the engine running unless you have to If you have to leave your vehicle with the engine running be sure your vehicle is in PARK P and you...

Page 93: ...the pressure from the parking pawl in the transmission so you can pull the shift lever out of PARK P Shifting Out of PARK P Your vehicle has an automatic transmission shift lock control system You ha...

Page 94: ...ciousness and death You might have exhaust coming in if D Your exhaust system sounds strange or different D Your vehicle gets rusty underneath D Your vehicle was damaged in a collision D Your vehicle...

Page 95: ...n a garage with the engine running Another closed in place can be a blizzard See Blizzard in the Index CAUTION It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in PARK P...

Page 96: ...ion on dry roads The transfer case will shift automatically into all wheel drive on slippery surfaces You may feel an extra shift when the all wheel drive engages Horn To sound the horn press the cent...

Page 97: ...nished the lever will return automatically An arrow on the instrument panel cluster will flash in the direction of the turn or lane change To signal a lane change just raise or lower the lever until t...

Page 98: ...ture lets you use your high beam headlamps to signal a driver in front of you that you want to pass It works even if your headlamps are in the automatic position To use it pull the turn signal lever t...

Page 99: ...t speed CAUTION In freezing weather don t use your washer until the windshield is warmed Otherwise the washer fluid can form ice on the windshield blocking your vision Rear Window Washer Wiper This sw...

Page 100: ...mph 40 km h If you apply your brakes the cruise control will shut off CAUTION D Cruise control can be dangerous where you can t drive safely at a steady speed So don t use your cruise control on wind...

Page 101: ...of the lever and release it 4 Take your foot off the accelerator pedal Resuming a Set Speed Suppose you set your cruise control at a desired speed and then you apply the brake This of course shuts of...

Page 102: ...u ll go about 1 mph 1 6 km h slower Passing Another Vehicle While Using Cruise Control Use the accelerator pedal to increase your speed When you take your foot off the pedal your vehicle will slow dow...

Page 103: ...mbol to manually turn on the following D Parking Lamps D Sidemarker Lamps D Taillamps D License Plate Lamps D Instrument Panel Lights Turn the knob clockwise to the master lamp symbol to turn on all t...

Page 104: ...ng under bridges or bright overhead street lights does not affect the system The DRL and automatic headlamp system will only be affected when the light sensor sees a change in lighting lasting longer...

Page 105: ...rument panel won t be lit up either When it begins to get dark the headlamps will automatically switch from DRL to the regular headlamps The DRL system will turn off temporarily while the turn signals...

Page 106: ...tness Control Turn the thumbwheel next to the headlamp switch up to make your instrument panel lights brighter Turn the thumbwheel all the way up to turn on the interior lamps Illuminated Entry Your v...

Page 107: ...RIDE button located below the parking headlamp knob to set the dome lamps to come on automatically when a door is opened or to remain off To turn the lamps off press the button into the in position Wi...

Page 108: ...ear daytime state when the glare is reduced The mirror will also return to its clear daytime state when the vehicle is put into REVERSE R Press the AUTO button at the base of the mirror to turn on the...

Page 109: ...ke the electrochromic mirror described previously You will also find three OnStar buttons located at the bottom of the mirror face See your dealer for more information on the system and how to subscri...

Page 110: ...nce over your shoulder before changing lanes Heated Outside Rearview Mirrors When you operate the rear window defogger a defogger also warms the heated driver s and passenger s outside rearview mirror...

Page 111: ...hould not be open while driving Overhead Console The overhead console includes reading lamps a driver information system a storage compartment for sunglasses and a HomeLinkR transmitter Reading Lamps...

Page 112: ...he outside temperature is 37_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...

Page 113: ...lease both buttons 4 Press US MET until your zone number appears on the display 5 Press MODE to enter your zone number Your variance is now set and the display will return to the COMP TEMP mode TRIP P...

Page 114: ...ultaneously Sunglasses Storage Compartment To open the sunglasses storage compartment in the overhead console press the release button Then pull the compartment down Door Storage You will find a stora...

Page 115: ...side corner visible from the rear of vehicle Attach the lower hooks to the rear cargo tie downs on the floor Cargo Security Shade You can use the cargo security shade to cover items in the cargo area...

Page 116: ...secured properly it can move around in a collision or sudden stop People in the vehicle could be injured Be sure to secure the convenience system properly The convenience system located in the rear of...

Page 117: ...ove the plugs grasp the edges of the plugs and pull straight out See Child Restraints and Top Strap in the Index for more information on using anchor brackets There are two cutouts E for the rear carg...

Page 118: ...top of your vehicle as long as they are not wider or longer than the luggage carrier To slide the crossrails to where you want them push up on the lever under each side of the crossrail This will rel...

Page 119: ...will pop back out by itself NOTICE Don t hold a cigarette lighter in with your hand while it is heating If you do it won t be able to back away from the heating element when it s ready That can make...

Page 120: ...damage it or keep other things from working as they should This wouldn t be covered by your warranty Check with your dealer before adding electrical equipment and never use anything that exceeds the...

Page 121: ...of the OnStar System using either the volume control knob on the radio or using the steering wheel volume control if equipped Telltale Light This light will indicate the status of the system A solid g...

Page 122: ...er can perform a check of the engine on board computer An advisor can then recommend what action needs to be taken D OnStar MED NET Med Net can store your personal medical history and provide it to em...

Page 123: ...available when the vehicle is within the operating range of a cellular provider D subject to limitations caused by atmospheric conditions such as severe weather or topographical conditions such as mou...

Page 124: ...be active See Retained Accessory Power in the Index Press and release the rear side of the button in the mini console to open the sunroof You can press the forward side of the button to close the sunr...

Page 125: ...ived including interference that may cause undesired operation This device complies with RSS 210 of Industry Canada Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 this device may not cause int...

Page 126: ...hat you can still see the indicator light 3 Using both hands press the hand held transmitter button and the desired button on the HomeLink Transmitter Continue to press both buttons through Step 4 4 H...

Page 127: ...two seconds then turns solid the garage door opener has a rolling code system In a rolling code system the garage door motor head unit must be trained to the HomeLink Transmitter Training a Garage Do...

Page 128: ...hing The garage door opener should now recognize the HomeLink Transmitter You may either use the HomeLink Transmitter or the hand held transmitter to open the garage door If after following these inst...

Page 129: ...s B Turn Signal Multifunction Lever C Instrument Panel Cluster D Lamp Controls E Fog Lamps F Brake Release G Audio Steering Wheel Controls If Equipped H Rear Window Washer Wiper I Rear Liftgate Glass...

Page 130: ...instrument panel cluster is designed to let you know at a glance 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 kno...

Page 131: ...the old odometer then it must be But if it can t then it s set at zero and a label must be put on the driver s door to show the old mileage reading when the new odometer was installed Trip Odometer Th...

Page 132: ...icate when there may be or is a problem with one of your vehicle s functions Often gages and warning lights work together to let you know when there s a problem with your vehicle When one of the warni...

Page 133: ...s ready If the air bag readiness light stays on after you start the vehicle or comes on when you are driving your air bag system may not work properly Have your vehicle serviced right away CAUTION If...

Page 134: ...ff all your accessories such as the radio and air conditioner Voltmeter Gage When your engine is not running but the ignition is on in RUN this gage shows your battery s state of charge in DC volts Wh...

Page 135: ...d braking though you need both parts working well If the warning light comes on there could be a brake problem Have your brake system inspected right away This light should come on briefly when you tu...

Page 136: ...h your regular brakes See Brake System Warning Light earlier in 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...

Page 137: ...esigned to assist your service technician in correctly diagnosing any malfunction NOTICE If you keep driving your vehicle with this light on after a while your emission controls may not work as well y...

Page 138: ...see If the Light Is On Steady following If the light continues to flash when it is safe to do so stop the vehicle Find a safe place to park your vehicle Turn the key off wait at least 10 seconds and...

Page 139: ...pection and Maintenance Programs Some state provincial and local governments have or may begin programs to inspect the emission control equipment on your vehicle Failure to pass this inspection could...

Page 140: ...normal operating range A reading in the low pressure zone may be caused by a dangerously low oil level or other problems causing low oil pressure CAUTION Don t keep driving if the oil pressure is low...

Page 141: ...ed by Passlock and you should see your dealer Also see Content Theft Deterrent in the Index for additional information regarding the SECURITY light Service AWD Light This light should come on briefly...

Page 142: ...n and stays on while you are driving check your coolant temperature and engine oil pressure gages to see if they are in the warning zones Gate Ajar Light If this light comes on your liftgate or liftgl...

Page 143: ...el 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 less than half the tank s capacity to fill the tank D The gag...

Page 144: ...Defogging and Defrosting 3 6 Rear Window Defogger 3 7 Ventilation System 3 8 Audio Systems 3 8 Setting the Clock 3 8 AM FM Stereo with Cassette Tape and Compact Disc Player with Automatic Tone Control...

Page 145: ...air temperature in your vehicle This knob will allow you to adjust the interior air temperature independently of the function knob setting Turn the knob clockwise toward 82 for warmer air Turn the kno...

Page 146: ...the system senses the need for heat the airflow will be directed out of the floor outlets As the interior temperature approaches a desired setting the fan speed will decrease To maintain interior com...

Page 147: ...to dehumidify the air to prevent window fogging DEFROST This setting directs most air through the windshield defroster outlets and some through the heater outlets The air conditioning compressor may...

Page 148: ...r air to 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 c...

Page 149: ...ger 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 defogger off at any time by pressing the switch Pressing the REAR button...

Page 150: ...turning the thumbwheel located in the center of the vent The vent can be tilted up and down also To control the amount of airflow through the outlets turn the thumbwheel below the vent Ventilation Tip...

Page 151: ...audio system even after the ignition is off See Retained Accessory Power in the Index Setting the Clock Press and hold HR until the correct hour appears The letter A or P may appear on the display for...

Page 152: ...ion and stay there The sound will mute while seeking SCAN Press this button and release it to listen to stations for a few seconds The radio will go to a station stop for a few seconds then go on to t...

Page 153: ...Push the knob back into its stored position when you re not using it TONE This feature allows you to choose preset bass and treble equalization settings designed for jazz vocal pop rock and classical...

Page 154: ...is inserted HI BIAS appears on the display If you want to insert a tape when the ignition is off first press EJECT or RCL If E and a number appear on the radio display and the tape won t play because...

Page 155: ...nds then go on to the next selection Press this button again to stop scanning The sound will mute while scanning SCAN will appear on the display and the tape direction arrow will blink while scanning...

Page 156: ...umid If so wait about an hour and try again If any error occurs repeatedly or if an error can t be corrected please contact your dealer If your radio displays an error number write it down and provide...

Page 157: ...isplay AM FM Press this button to play the radio when a disc is in the player TAPE CD Press this button to change to the tape or disc function when the radio is on and either a tape or CD is inserted...

Page 158: ...using the slots supplied in the magazine You must first load the magazine with discs before you can play a compact disc Load the CDs from bottom to top placing the discs in the magazine label side up...

Page 159: ...until the changer is ready to play When a CD begins playing a disc and track number will be displayed The disc numbers are listed on the front of the magazine Compact Disc Errors If E and a number ap...

Page 160: ...the track has been playing EL TM will appear on the display when in elapsed time mode When a new track starts to play the track number will also appear Press RCL a third time and the time of day will...

Page 161: ...e If you 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...

Page 162: ...ars If you lose or forget your code contact your dealer Disabling the Theft Deterrent Feature Enter your secret code as follows pause no more than 15 seconds between steps 1 Turn the radio off 2 Press...

Page 163: ...play the other side of the tape If a compact disc is playing in the console mounted CD changer press this button to go to the next available CD SEEK Press the up arrow to tune to the next radio statio...

Page 164: ...loud and harmful to your hearing Take precautions by adjusting the volume control on your radio to a safe sound level before your hearing adapts to it To help avoid hearing loss or damage D Adjust th...

Page 165: ...use of a scrubbing action non abrasive cleaning cassette with pads which scrub the tape head as the hubs of the cleaner cassette turn The recommended cleaning cassette is available through your deale...

Page 166: ...the hole and the outer edge Care of Your Compact Disc Player The use of CD lens cleaner discs is not advised due to the risk of contaminating the lens of the CD optics with lubricants internal to the...

Page 167: ...ing 4 4 Drunken Driving 4 7 Control of a Vehicle 4 7 Braking 4 10 Steering 4 12 Off Road Recovery 4 13 Passing 4 14 Loss of Control 4 15 Operating Your Vehicle Off Paved Roads 4 28 Driving at Night 4...

Page 168: ...occupants can be reduced or prevented by the use of safety belts In a rollover crash an unbelted person is significantly more likely to die than a person wearing a seat belt In addition avoiding exce...

Page 169: ...one can give about driving is Drive defensively Please start with a very important safety device in your vehicle Buckle up See Safety Belts in the Index Defensive driving really means be ready for any...

Page 170: ...imates nearly half the adult population choose never to drink alcohol so they never drive after drinking For persons under 21 it s against the law in every U S state to drink alcohol There are good me...

Page 171: ...uring drinking will have a somewhat lower BAC level There is a gender difference too Women generally have a lower relative percentage of body water than men Since alcohol is carried in body water this...

Page 172: ...right answer What if there s an emergency a need to take sudden action as when a child darts into the street A person with even a moderate BAC might not be able to react quickly enough to avoid the co...

Page 173: ...up your foot and do it That s reaction time Average reaction time is about 3 4 of a second But that s only an average It might be less with one driver and as long as two or three seconds or more with...

Page 174: ...p your 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 ma...

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

Page 176: ...u 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...

Page 177: ...y 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...

Page 178: ...a good reason to practice defensive driving at all times and wear safety belts properly Off Road Recovery You may find that your right wheels have dropped off the edge of a road onto the shoulder whil...

Page 179: ...dicates it s all right to pass providing the road ahead is clear Never cross a solid line on your side of the lane or a double solid line even if the road seems empty of approaching traffic D Do not g...

Page 180: ...r to get ahead of you Perhaps you can ease a little to the right Loss of Control Let s review what driving experts say about what happens when the three control systems brakes steering and acceleratio...

Page 181: ...anti lock brake system ABS helps avoid only the braking skid Operating Your Vehicle Off Paved Roads Many of the same design features that help make your vehicle responsive on paved roads during poor w...

Page 182: ...nd forward of your rear axle Put heavier items as far forward as you can D Be sure the load is secured properly so driving on the off road terrain doesn t toss things around CAUTION D Cargo on the loa...

Page 183: ...hicle over 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...

Page 184: ...f terrain You need to be familiar with the terrain and its many different features Here are some things to consider Surface Conditions Off roading can take you over hard packed dirt gravel rocks grass...

Page 185: ...ng can 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 affect...

Page 186: ...there a straight path up or down the hill so you won t have to make turning maneuvers D Are there obstructions on the hill that can block your path boulders trees logs or ruts D What s beyond the hill...

Page 187: ...isible to oncoming traffic CAUTION Driving to the top crest of a hill at full speed can cause an accident There could be a drop off embankment cliff or even another vehicle You could be seriously inju...

Page 188: ...stall when going up a hill D Never attempt to prevent a stall by shifting into NEUTRAL N to rev up the engine and regain forward momentum This won t work Your vehicle will roll backwards very quickly...

Page 189: ...s lightly when descending a hill and use a 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 you ignore...

Page 190: ...ips sideways it can hit something that will trip it a rock a rut etc and roll over D Hidden obstacles can make the steepness of the incline even worse If you drive across a rock with the uphill wheels...

Page 191: ...t on the downhill low side of a vehicle stopped across an incline is dangerous If the vehicle rolls over you could be crushed or killed Always get out on the uphill high side of the vehicle and stay w...

Page 192: ...prings currents under the ice or sudden thaws can weaken the ice Your vehicle could fall through the ice and you and your passengers could drown Drive your vehicle on safe surfaces only Driving in Wat...

Page 193: ...riving through water After Off Road Driving Remove any brush or debris that has collected on the underbody chassis or under the hood These accumulations can be a fire hazard After operation in mud or...

Page 194: ...roads Your headlamps can light up only so much road ahead D In remote areas watch for animals D If you re tired pull off the road in a safe place and rest No one can see as well at night as in the day...

Page 195: ...act repeatedly Remember that your headlamps light up far less of a roadway when you are in a turn or curve Keep your eyes moving that way it s easier to pick out dimly lighted objects Just as your hea...

Page 196: ...rough large water puddles or even going through some car washes can cause problems too The water may affect your brakes Try to avoid puddles But if you can t try to slow down before you hit them CAUTI...

Page 197: ...r that is slightly lower than the underbody of your vehicle If you can t avoid deep puddles or standing water drive through them very slowly Driving Through Flowing Water CAUTION Flowing or rushing wa...

Page 198: ...city map and plan your trip into an unknown part of the city just as you would for a cross country trip D Try to use the freeways that rim and crisscross most large cities You ll save time and energy...

Page 199: ...ou have a clear view of the freeway as you drive along the entrance ramp you should begin to check traffic Try to determine where you expect to blend with the flow Try to merge into the gap at close t...

Page 200: ...ar comfortable clothing and shoes you can easily drive in Is your vehicle ready for a long trip If you keep it serviced and maintained it s ready to go If it needs service have it done before starting...

Page 201: ...leave the road in less than a second and you could crash and be injured What can you do about highway hypnosis First be aware that it can happen Then here are some tips D Make sure your vehicle is wel...

Page 202: ...assist your brakes on a steep downhill slope CAUTION Coasting downhill in NEUTRAL N or with the ignition off is dangerous Your brakes will have to do all the work of slowing down They could get so ho...

Page 203: ...reflective 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 proper...

Page 204: ...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 dr...

Page 205: ...ummon help and keep yourself and your passengers safe D Turn on your hazard flashers D Tie a red cloth to your vehicle to alert police that you ve been stopped by the snow D Put on extra clothing or w...

Page 206: ...ed a well charged battery to restart the vehicle and possibly for signaling later on with your headlamps Let the heater run for a while Then shut the engine off and close the window almost all the way...

Page 207: ...r front and rear axles you need to go to a weigh station and weigh your vehicle Your dealer can help you with this Be sure to spread out your load equally on both sides of the centerline Never exceed...

Page 208: ...ll keep going CAUTION Things you put inside your vehicle can strike and injure people in a sudden stop or turn or in a crash D Put things in the cargo area of your vehicle Try to spread the weight eve...

Page 209: ...to put a limit on how many people you carry inside your vehicle Be sure to weigh your vehicle before you buy and install the new equipment NOTICE Your warranty doesn t cover parts or components that f...

Page 210: ...and that of your passengers Soplease read this section carefully before you pull a trailer If You Do Decide To Pull A Trailer If you do here are some important points D There are many different laws i...

Page 211: ...advice or you can write us at Customer Assistance Representative Oldsmobile Customer Assistance Network P O Box 33171 Detroit MI 48232 5171 In Canada write to General Motors of Canada Limited Custome...

Page 212: ...ndex Then be sure you don t go over the GVW limit for your vehicle including the weight of the trailer tongue Hitches It s important to have the correct hitch equipment Crosswinds large trucks going b...

Page 213: ...han 1 000 lbs 450 kg loaded then it needs its own brakes and they must be adequate Be sure to read and follow the instructions for the trailer brakes so you ll be able to install adjust and maintain t...

Page 214: ...unt of experience 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...

Page 215: ...le trailering When you re turning 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 maneuver...

Page 216: ...be damaged But if you ever have to park your rig on a hill here s how to do it 1 Apply your regular brakes but don t shift into PARK P yet Then turn your wheels into the curb if facing downhill or int...

Page 217: ...rness is fused in the engine compartment fuse block See Fuses and Circuit Breakers in the Index The harness does not have a connector and should be wired by a qualified electrical technician The techn...

Page 218: ...that can occur on the road 5 2 Hazard Warning Flashers 5 2 Other Warning Devices 5 3 Jump Starting 5 7 Towing Your Vehicle 5 8 Engine Overheating 5 10 Cooling System 5 17 Engine Fan Noise 5 17 If a T...

Page 219: ...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...

Page 220: ...NOTICE Ignoring these steps could result in costly damage to your vehicle that wouldn t be covered by your warranty The ACDelcoR battery in your vehicle has a built in hydrometer Do not charge test or...

Page 221: ...our radio on it could be badly damaged The repair wouldn t be covered by your warranty 4 Open both hoods and locate the batteries Your vehicle s battery is located towards the front of the vehicle on...

Page 222: ...the cables here are some basic things you should know Positive will go to positive and negative will go to a heavy unpainted metal engine part Don t connect positive to negative or you ll get a short...

Page 223: ...e dead battery 9 Attach the cable at least 18 inches 45 cm away from the dead battery but not near engine parts that move The electrical connection is just as good there but the chance of sparks getti...

Page 224: ...from the heavy unpainted metal engine part on the vehicle with the dead battery 2 Disconnect the black negative cable from the negative battery terminal on the vehicle with the good battery 3 Disconn...

Page 225: ...t turn it off and get everyone away from the vehicle until it cools down Wait until there is no sign of steam or coolant before you open the hood If you keep driving when your engine is overheated the...

Page 226: ...s necessary 3 If you re in a traffic jam shift to NEUTRAL N otherwise shift to the highest gear while driving DRIVE D or THIRD 3 If you no longer have the overheat warning you can drive Just to be saf...

Page 227: ...p C Engine Cooling Fan If the coolant inside the coolant recovery tank is boiling don t do anything else until it cools down When the engine is cold the coolant level should be at least up to the ADD...

Page 228: ...ant it is important that you use only DEX COOLR silicate free coolant If coolant other than DEX COOL is added to the system premature engine heater core or radiator corrosion may result In addition th...

Page 229: ...in water or some other liquid like alcohol can boil before the proper coolant mixture will Your vehicle s coolant warning system is set for the proper coolant mixture With plain water or the wrong mix...

Page 230: ...u can add the proper coolant mixture directly to the radiator but be sure the cooling system is cool before you do it CAUTION Steam and scalding liquids from a hot cooling system can blow out and burn...

Page 231: ...ap and upper radiator hose is no longer hot Turn the pressure cap slowly counterclockwise until it first stops Don t press down while turning the pressure cap If you hear a hiss wait for that to stop...

Page 232: ...re up to the base of the filler neck See Engine Coolant in the Index for more information about the proper coolant mixture 4 Then fill the coolant recovery tank to the ADD mark 5 Put the cap back on t...

Page 233: ...diator filler neck may be lower If the level is lower add more of the proper DEX COOLR coolant mixture through the filler neck until the level reaches the base of the filler neck 8 Then replace the pr...

Page 234: ...s unusual for a tire to blow out while you re driving especially if you maintain your tires properly If air goes out of a tire it s much more likely to leak out slowly But if you should ever have a bl...

Page 235: ...y could be badly injured Find a level place to change your tire To help prevent the vehicle from moving 1 Set the parking brake firmly 2 Put the shift lever in PARK P 3 Turn off the engine To be even...

Page 236: ...ated on the cover Remove the wheel blocks jack and wheel wrench The spare tire is stored underneath the vehicle NOTICE Never remove or restow a tire from to a stowage position under the vehicle while...

Page 237: ...3 When the tire has been completely lowered tilt the retainer at the end of the cable and pull it through the wheel opening Pull the tire out from under the vehicle NOTICE To help avoid vehicle damage...

Page 238: ...rench in the notch of the hub cap and pry off 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...

Page 239: ...vehicle slips off the jack you could be badly injured or killed Never get under a vehicle when it is supported only by a jack CAUTION Raising your vehicle with the jack improperly positioned can dama...

Page 240: ...ing surfaces and spare wheel CAUTION Rust or dirt on the wheel or on the parts to which it is fastened can make the wheel nuts become loose after a time The wheel could come off and cause an accident...

Page 241: ...he nuts on by hand Make sure the rounded 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 dea...

Page 242: ...lsation and rotor damage To avoid expensive brake repairs evenly tighten the wheel nuts in the proper sequence and to the proper torque specification Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools CAUTION Sto...

Page 243: ...ch on an angle through the hole in the rear bumper and into the hoist shaft 4 Raise the tire fully against the underside of the vehicle Continue turning the wheel wrench until the tire is secure and t...

Page 244: ...er to free your vehicle when it is stuck you will need to spin the wheels but you don t want to spin your wheels too fast The method known as rocking can help you get out when you re stuck but you mus...

Page 245: ...s possible Release the accelerator pedal while you shift and press lightly on the accelerator pedal when the transmission is in gear By slowly spinning your wheels in the forward and reverse direction...

Page 246: ...icle straight out Never pull on the hooks at a sideways angle The hooks could break off and you or others could be injured from the chain or cable snapping back NOTICE Never use the recovery hooks to...

Page 247: ...ne Oil 6 15 Engine Air Cleaner Filter 6 16 Automatic Transmission Fluid 6 19 All Wheel Drive 6 21 Rear Axle 6 21 Engine Coolant 6 25 Radiator Pressure Cap 6 25 Power Steering Fluid 6 26 Windshield Was...

Page 248: ...ou want to do some of your own service work you ll want to use the proper service manual It tells you much more about how to service your vehicle than this manual can To order the proper service manua...

Page 249: ...e outside of your vehicle can affect the airflow around it This may cause wind noise and affect windshield washer performance Check with your dealer before adding equipment to the outside of your vehi...

Page 250: ...d Oldsmobile dealer for diagnosis to determine the cause of failure In the event it is determined that the cause of the condition is the type of fuels used repairs may not be covered by your warranty...

Page 251: ...y other fuel not recommended in the previous text on fuel Costly repairs caused by use of improper fuel wouldn t be covered by your warranty To check on fuel availability ask an auto club or contact a...

Page 252: ...if your tank is nearly full and is more likely in hot weather Open the fuel filler cap slowly and wait for any hiss noise to stop Then unscrew the cap all the way Be careful not to spill gasoline Clea...

Page 253: ...hile it is in your vehicle Static electricity discharge from the container can ignite the gasoline vapor You can be badly burned and your vehicle damaged if this occurs To help avoid injury to you and...

Page 254: ...d Be careful not to drop or spill things that will burn onto a hot engine Hood Release To open the hood first pull the handle located inside the vehicle on the lower driver s side of the instrument pa...

Page 255: ...see these items A Battery B Coolant Recovery Tank C Engine Oil Dipstick D Engine Oil Fill E Transmission Dipstick F Power Steering Reservoir G Brake Master Cylinder H Engine Air Cleaner Filter I Engi...

Page 256: ...ing on the hood Engine Oil Checking Engine Oil It s a good idea to check your engine oil every time you get fuel In order to get an accurate reading the oil must be warm and the vehicle must be on lev...

Page 257: ...ifications in the Index NOTICE Don t add too much oil If your engine has so much oil that the oil level gets above the cross hatched area that shows the proper operating range your engine could be dam...

Page 258: ...te API Do not use any oil which does not carry this starburst symbol If you change your own oil be sure you use oil that has the starburst symbol on the front of the oil container If you have your oil...

Page 259: ...ly low temperatures Engine Oil Additives Don t add anything to your oil The recommended oils with the starburst symbol are all you will need for good performance and engine protection When to Change E...

Page 260: ...elements that may be unhealthy for your skin and could even cause cancer Don t let used oil stay on your skin for very long Clean your skin and nails with soap and water or a good hand cleaner Wash or...

Page 261: ...old the cover in place Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine when to replace the engine air cleaner filter See Scheduled Maintenance Services in the Index CAUTION Operating the engine with th...

Page 262: ...3 000 km See Scheduled Maintenance Services in the Index How to Check Because this operation can be a little difficult you may choose to have this done at the dealership service department If you do i...

Page 263: ...at idle for five minutes if outside temperatures are 50_F 10_C or more If it s colder than 50_F 10_C you may have to idle the engine longer Should the fluid level be low during this cold check you mus...

Page 264: ...e it with a clean rag or paper towel 2 Push it back in all the way wait three seconds and then pull it back out again 3 Check both sides of the dipstick and read the lower level The fluid level must b...

Page 265: ...hat label is made especially for your automatic transmission Damage caused by fluid other than DEXRONR III is not covered by your new vehicle warranty D After adding fluid recheck the fluid level as d...

Page 266: ...when to change it See Scheduled Maintenance Services in the 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 lubrican...

Page 267: ...in the Index Engine Coolant The cooling system in your vehicle is filled with DEX COOLR engine coolant This coolant is designed to remain in your vehicle for 5 years or 150 000 miles 240 000 km whiche...

Page 268: ...xture of one half clean drinkable water and one half DEX COOLR coolant which won t damage aluminum parts If you use this coolant mixture you don t need to add anything else CAUTION Adding only plain w...

Page 269: ...you use the proper coolant you don t have to add extra inhibitors or additives which claim to improve the system These can be harmful Checking Coolant To check the vehicle s coolant level locate the c...

Page 270: ...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 CAUTION...

Page 271: ...Steering Fluid When to Check Power Steering Fluid It is not necessary to regularly check power steering fluid unless you suspect there is a leak in the system or you hear an unusual noise A fluid los...

Page 272: ...he Index Always use the proper fluid Failure to use the proper fluid can cause leaks and damage hoses and seals Windshield Washer Fluid What to Use When you need windshield washer fluid be sure to rea...

Page 273: ...for expansion if freezing occurs which could damage the tank if it is completely full D Don t use engine coolant antifreeze in your windshield washer It can damage your washer system and paint Brakes...

Page 274: ...too much brake fluid it can spill on the engine The fluid will burn if the engine is hot enough You or others could be burned and your vehicle could be damaged Add brake fluid only when work is done o...

Page 275: ...ot work well or they may not even work at all This could cause a crash Always use the proper brake fluid NOTICE D Using the wrong fluid can badly damage brake system parts For example just a few drops...

Page 276: ...ome driving 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...

Page 277: ...le comes with a maintenance free ACDelcoR battery When it s time for a new battery get one that has the replacement number shown on the original battery s label We recommend an ACDelco battery See Eng...

Page 278: ...on contact your Oldsmobile dealer s service department Halogen Bulbs CAUTION Halogen bulbs have pressurized gas inside and can burst if you drop or scratch the bulb You or others could be injured Be s...

Page 279: ...retaining clips Front Turn Signal Lamps 1 Remove the headlamp assembly as shown earlier in this section 2 Turn the bulb socket counterclockwise to remove it from the headlamp assembly 3 Pull the bulb...

Page 280: ...o remove it Push the tab in while you turn the socket counterclockwise 5 Holding the base of the bulb pull the bulb straight out of the socket 6 Push the new bulb straight into the socket until it cli...

Page 281: ...ment blades NOTICE Use care when removing or installing a blade assembly Accidental bumping can cause the arm to fall back and strike the windshield 1 To remove the old wiper blades lift the wiper arm...

Page 282: ...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 283: ...e warranty and where to obtain service see your Oldsmobile Warranty booklet for details CAUTION Poorly maintained and improperly used tires are dangerous D Overloading your tires can cause overheating...

Page 284: ...heat D Tire overloading D Bad wear D Bad handling D Bad fuel economy NOTICE Continued NOTICE Continued If your tires have too much air overinflation you can get the following D Unusual wear D Bad han...

Page 285: ...is the most important See Scheduled Maintenance Services in the Index for scheduled rotation intervals When rotating your tires always use the correct rotation pattern shown here After the tires have...

Page 286: ...r location of the damage Buying New Tires To find out what kind and size of tires you need look at the Certification Tire label The tires installed on your vehicle when it was new had a Tire Performan...

Page 287: ...d shoulder and maximum section width For example Treadwear 200 Traction AA Temperature A The following information relates to the system developed by the United States National Highway Traffic Safety...

Page 288: ...to this tire is based on straight ahead braking traction tests and does not include acceleration cornering hydroplaning or peak traction characteristics Temperature A B C The temperature grades are A...

Page 289: ...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 w...

Page 290: ...le drive slowly readjust or remove the device if it s contacting your vehicle and don t spin your wheels Appearance Care Remember cleaning products can be hazardous Some are toxic Others can burst int...

Page 291: ...ad the instructions on the cleaner label D Clean up stains as soon as you can before they set D Carefully scrape off any excess stain D Use a clean cloth or sponge and change to a clean area often A s...

Page 292: ...water and allow to dry completely 3 If a stain remains follow instructions for Multi Purpose Interior Cleaner Cleaning Vinyl Use warm water and a clean cloth D Rub with a clean damp cloth to remove di...

Page 293: ...GM Glass Cleaner or a liquid household glass cleaner will remove normal tobacco smoke and dust films on interior glass See Appearance Care and Materials in the Index Don t use abrasive cleaners on gl...

Page 294: ...he best way to preserve your vehicle s finish is to keep it clean by washing it often with lukewarm or cold water Don t wash your vehicle in the direct rays of the sun Use a car washing soap Don t use...

Page 295: ...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 cleaners that are marked safe for painted surfa...

Page 296: ...car wash that has silicon carbide tire cleaning brushes These brushes can also damage the surface of these wheels Cleaning Tires To clean your tires use a stiff brush with a tire cleaner NOTICE When a...

Page 297: ...have corrosion protection At least every spring flush these materials from the underbody with plain water Clean any areas where mud and other debris can collect Dirt packed in closed areas of the fram...

Page 298: ...plastic rubber and vinyl 1052925 16 oz 0 473 L Multi Purpose Interior Cleaner Cleans carpets seats interior trim door panels and floor mats 1052929 16 oz 0 473 L Wheel Cleaner Spray on and rinse with...

Page 299: ...d the certificates of title and registration Engine Identification The 8th character in your VIN is the engine code This code will help you identify your engine specifications and replacement parts Se...

Page 300: ...p wiring is protected by an internal circuit breaker An electrical overload will cause the lamps to go on and off or in some cases to remain off If this happens have your headlamp wiring checked right...

Page 301: ...ting 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 rad...

Page 302: ...e Heated Seats 4 Gages Body Control Module Instrument Panel Cluster 5 Parking Lamps Power Window Switch Body Control Module Ashtray Lamp 6 Steering Wheel Radio Controls 7 Headlamp Switch Body Control...

Page 303: ...tomatic HVAC Sensors Automatic 22 Anti Lock Brakes 23 Rear Wiper 24 Radio Ignition Engine Compartment Fuse Block The fuse block is located under the hood on the driver s side of the engine compartment...

Page 304: ...t Turn Signal Rear RT TRN Right Turn Signal Rear RR PRK Right Rear Parking Lamps TRL PRK Trailer Parking Lamps LT HDLP Left Headlamp RT HDLP Right Headlamp FR PRK Front Parking Lamps INT BAT I P Fuse...

Page 305: ...rging IGN 1 STUD 2 Accessory Feeds Electric Brake PARKLP Parking Lamps LR PRK Left Rear Parking Lamps IGN C Starter Solenoid Fuel Pump PRNDL Name Usage HTDSEAT Heated Seat HVAC HVAC System TRCHMSL Tra...

Page 306: ...p 0 060 inches 1 52 mm Wheels and Tires Wheel Nut Torque 100 lb ft 140 N m Tire Pressure See the Certification Tire label See Loading Your Vehicle in the Index Capacities Please refer to Recommended F...

Page 307: ...se contact your dealer Oil Filter PF52 Air Cleaner Filter A1163C PCV Valve CV769C Automatic Transmission Filter Kit 24200796 Spark Plugs 41 932 Fuel Filter GF481 Windshield Wiper Blade Trico 20 inches...

Page 308: ...dependability and emission control performance 7 2 Introduction 7 4 Part A Scheduled Maintenance Services 7 8 Short Trip City Scheduled Maintenance 7 30 Long Trip Highway Scheduled Maintenance 7 43 P...

Page 309: ...t Improper vehicle maintenance can even affect the quality of the air we breathe Improper fluid levels or the wrong tire inflation can increase the level of emissions from your vehicle To help protect...

Page 310: ...o the work If you want to get the service information see Service and Owner Publications in the Index Part B Owner Checks and Services tells you what should be checked and when It also explains what y...

Page 311: ...and when you should schedule them If you go to your dealer for your service needs you ll know that GM trained and supported service people will perform the work using genuine GM parts The proper flui...

Page 312: ...One of the reasons you should follow this schedule if you operate your vehicle under any of these conditions is that these conditions cause engine oil to break down sooner Short Trip City Intervals E...

Page 313: ...ese intervals only summarize maintenance services Be sure to follow the complete scheduled maintenance on the following pages Long Trip Highway Definition Follow this scheduled maintenance only if non...

Page 314: ...Air Cleaner Filter Replacement Every 50 000 Miles 83 000 km Automatic Transmission Service normal conditions Transfer Case Fluid Change Long Trip Highway Intervals Every 60 000 Miles 100 000 km Engin...

Page 315: ...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 s...

Page 316: ...or leaking See footnote 6 000 Miles 10 000 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service j Lubricate chassis components or every 3 months which...

Page 317: ...for leaking See footnote 12 000 Miles 20 000 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service j Lubricate chassis components or every 3 months whi...

Page 318: ...rear front axle fluid level and add fluid as needed Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking See footnote j Change automatic transmission fluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly dri...

Page 319: ...for leaking See footnote j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 21 000 Miles 35 000 km j Change engine oil and...

Page 320: ...for leaking See footnote j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 27 000 Miles 45 000 km j Change engine oil and...

Page 321: ...ne air cleaner filter An Emission Control Service j 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...

Page 322: ...for leaking See footnote 36 000 Miles 60 000 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service j Lubricate chassis components or every 3 months whi...

Page 323: ...for leaking See footnote 42 000 Miles 70 000 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service j Lubricate chassis components or every 3 months whi...

Page 324: ...ansmission 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 90_F 32_C or higher In hilly or...

Page 325: ...rmation See footnote 50 000 Miles 83 000 km j If you haven t used your vehicle under severe service conditions listed previously and therefore haven t changed your automatic transmission fluid change...

Page 326: ...for leaking See footnote j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 57 000 Miles 95 000 km j Change engine oil and...

Page 327: ...matic 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 90_F 32_C or higher In h...

Page 328: ...ear front axle fluid level and add fluid as needed Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking See footnote 66 000 Miles 110 000 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months which...

Page 329: ...for leaking See footnote 72 000 Miles 120 000 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service j Lubricate chassis components or every 3 months wh...

Page 330: ...outside temperature regularly reaches 90_F 32_C or higher In hilly or mountainous terrain When doing frequent trailer towing Uses such as found in taxi police or delivery service If you do not use you...

Page 331: ...for leaking See footnote j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 81 000 Miles 135 000 km j Change engine oil an...

Page 332: ...for leaking See footnote j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 87 000 Miles 145 000 km j Change engine oil an...

Page 333: ...city joints and axle seals for leaking See footnote j Change automatic transmission fluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions In heavy city traffic where t...

Page 334: ...proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 93 000 Miles 155 000 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service j Lubricate...

Page 335: ...for leaking See footnote j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 99 000 Miles 165 000 km j Change engine oil an...

Page 336: ...uid change both the fluid and filter j Change transfer case fluid j Inspect Positive Crankcase Ventilation PCV valve An Emission Control Service 150 000 Miles 240 000 km j Drain flush and refill cooli...

Page 337: ...nullify the emission warranty or limit recall liability prior to the completion of the vehicle s useful life We however urge that all recommended maintenance services be performed at the indicated in...

Page 338: ...leaking See footnote j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 15 000 Miles 25 000 km j Change engine oil and fil...

Page 339: ...e fluid and filter every 50 000 miles 83 000 km j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 22 500 Miles 37 500 km...

Page 340: ...riven under one or more 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...

Page 341: ...for leaking See footnote j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 45 000 Miles 75 000 km j Change engine oil an...

Page 342: ...in taxi police or delivery service If you do not use your vehicle under any of these conditions change the fluid and filter every 50 000 miles 83 000 km j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation...

Page 343: ...for leaking See footnote j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 60 000 Miles 100 000 km j Change engine oil a...

Page 344: ...railer towing Uses such as found in taxi police or delivery service If you do not use your vehicle under any of these conditions change the fluid and filter every 50 000 miles 83 000 km j Rotate tires...

Page 345: ...for leaking See footnote j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 75 000 Miles 125 000 km j Change engine oil a...

Page 346: ...r every 50 000 miles 83 000 km j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 82 500 Miles 137 500 km j Change engine...

Page 347: ...leaking See footnote j 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 regular...

Page 348: ...engine oil and filter or every 12 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service j Lubricate chassis components or every 12 months whichever occurs first See footnote j Check rear front ax...

Page 349: ...id change both the fluid and filter j Change transfer case fluid j Inspect Positive Crankcase Ventilation PCV valve An Emission Control Service 150 000 Miles 240 000 km j Drain flush and refill coolin...

Page 350: ...and add the proper oil if necessary See Engine Oil in the Index for further details Engine Coolant Level Check Check the engine coolant level and add DEX COOLR coolant mixture if necessary See Engine...

Page 351: ...ored securely Push pull and then try to rotate or turn the tire If it moves use the wheel wrench to tighten the cable See Storing the Spare Tire and Tools in the Index Weatherstrip Lubrication Silicon...

Page 352: ...any other position your vehicle needs service Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Control System Check CAUTION When you are doing this check the vehicle could move suddenly If it does you or others coul...

Page 353: ...the regular brake at once should the vehicle begin to move Park on a fairly steep hill with the vehicle facing downhill Keeping your foot on the regular brake set the parking brake D To check the park...

Page 354: ...and hoses for proper hook up binding leaks cracks chafing etc Clean and then inspect the drive axle boot seals for damage tears or leakage Replace seals if necessary Exhaust System Inspection Inspect...

Page 355: ...fer case and add lubricant when necessary A fluid loss could indicate a problem check and have it repaired if needed Check vent hose at transfer case for kinks and proper installation Brake System Ins...

Page 356: ...DEX COOLR or HavolineR DEX COOLR Coolant See Engine Coolant in the Index USAGE FLUID LUBRICANT Hydraulic Brake System Delco Supreme 11R Brake Fluid GM Part No 12377967 or equivalent DOT 3 brake fluid...

Page 357: ...Pawl LubriplateR Lubricant Aerosol GM Part No 12346293 or equivalent or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI 2 Category LB or GC LB USAGE FLUID LUBRICANT Hood and Door Hinges Multi Purpose Lubricant...

Page 358: ...vided after the maintenance interval Any additional information from Owner Checks and Services or Periodic Maintenance can be added on the following record pages Also you should retain all maintenance...

Page 359: ...7 52 Maintenance Record DATE ODOMETER READING SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED...

Page 360: ...action Procedure 8 4 Customer Assistance for Text Telephone TTY Users 8 4 Customer Assistance Offices 8 5 GM Mobility Program for Persons with Disabilities 8 6 Oldsmobile Roadside Assistance Program F...

Page 361: ...ents Sometimes however despite the best intentions of all concerned misunderstandings can occur If your concern has not been resolved to your satisfaction the following steps should be taken STEP ONE...

Page 362: ...title or the plate at the top left of the instrument panel and visible through the windshield D Dealership name and location D Vehicle delivery date and present mileage When contacting Oldsmobile plea...

Page 363: ...in all 50 states and the District of Columbia Eligibility is limited by vehicle age mileage and other factors General Motors reserves the right to change eligibility limitations and or discontinue it...

Page 364: ...tance 011 52 53 29 0 800 GM Mobility Program for Persons with Disabilities This program available to qualified applicants can reimburse you up to 1 000 toward aftermarket driver or passenger adaptive...

Page 365: ...vide the following services during the Bumper to Bumper warranty period at no expense to you D Fuel delivery D Lock out service identification required D Tow to the nearest dealership for warranty ser...

Page 366: ...s call 1 888 889 2438 Courtesy Transportation Oldsmobile has always exemplified quality and value in its offering of motor vehicles To enhance your ownership experience we and our participating dealer...

Page 367: ...fuel expenses up to 10 per day five day maximum may be available Claim amounts should reflect actual costs and be supported by original receipts Courtesy Rental Vehicle When your vehicle is unavailab...

Page 368: ...ibed herein at its sole discretion Warranty Information Your vehicle comes with a separate warranty booklet that contains detailed warranty information REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS TO THE UNITED STATES GO...

Page 369: ...C Ottawa Ontario K1A 0N5 REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS TO GENERAL MOTORS In addition to notifying NHTSA or Transport Canada in a situation like this we certainly hope you ll notify us Please call us at 1 8...

Page 370: ...service information needed to knowledgeably service General Motors cars and trucks Each bulletin contains instructions to assist in the diagnosis and service of your vehicle OWNER S INFORMATION Owner...

Page 371: ...the above address for quotation 2001 120 00 2001 50 00 2001 20 00 2001 15 00 TOTAL MATERIAL Michigan Purchasers U S Order Processing 6 00 Canadian Postage GRAND TOTAL add 6 sales tax GM OLD ORD99 Pric...

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