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Table of Contents (cont'd)

Your Driving, the Road and Your Vehicle
Defensive Driving
Drunken Driving
Control of a Vehicle
Braking
Steering

Driving Tips for Various Road Conditions
Operating Your Vehicle Off Paved Roads
Recreational Vehicle 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

Hazard Warning Flashers
Jump Starting
Towing Your Vehicle

Engine Overheating
Changing a Flat Tire
If You're Stuck

Problems on the Road

Your Driving and the Road

Comfort Controls and Audio Systems

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Summary of Contents for Bravada 2002

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

Page 5: ...nal Vehicle 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 Haza...

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 M...

Page 8: ...eral Motors of Canada Limited for Oldsmobile Motor Division whenever it appears in this manual Please keep this manual in your vehicle so it will be there if you ever need it when you re on the road I...

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: ...You ll also see warning labels on your vehicle They use the same words CAUTION or NOTICE Vehicle Symbols Your vehicle may be equipped with components and labels that use symbols instead of text Symbo...

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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: ...Here Are Questions Many People Ask About Safety Belts and the Answers 1 13 How to Wear Safety Belts Properly 1 14 Driver Position 1 20 Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy 1 21 Right Front Passenger Posi...

Page 15: ...t control to move the entire seat up or down D To move the seat forward or rearward slide the seat control forward or rearward D To recline the seatback press the vertical control rearward To raise th...

Page 16: ...button 2 for three seconds Each time button 1 or 2 is pressed and released while the vehicle is in PARK P the memory position will be recalled if programmed to do so through the Driver Information Cen...

Page 17: ...or programming information see Vehicle Programming and Personalization Features in the Index Heated Front Seats Option Your vehicle may have heated front seats The buttons used to control this feature...

Page 18: ...safety belts can t do their job when you re reclined like this The shoulder belt can t do its job In a crash you could go into it receiving neck or other injuries The lap belt can t do its job either...

Page 19: ...The head restraints lock into place when raised To release the head restraint and lower it press the tab located on the top of the seatback Rear Seats Your vehicle has a folding rear seat which lets...

Page 20: ...raise the seatbacks lift up the seatbacks and push on them until they lock into the upright position Push and pull on the seatbacks to make sure that they are latched securely Then fold the bottom se...

Page 21: ...ously injured or killed In the same crash you might not be if you are buckled up Always fasten your safety belt and check that your passengers belts are fastened properly too CAUTION It is extremely d...

Page 22: ...even buckled up a person wouldn t survive But most crashes are in between In many of them people who buckle up can survive and sometimes walk away Without belts they could have been badly hurt or kil...

Page 23: ...1 10 Put someone on it Get it up to speed Then stop the vehicle The rider doesn t stop...

Page 24: ...1 11 The person keeps going until stopped by something In a real vehicle it could be the windshield or the instrument panel...

Page 25: ...even if you re upside down And your chance of being conscious during and after an accident so you can unbuckle and get out is much greater if you are belted Q If my vehicle has air bags why should I...

Page 26: ...est number of serious injuries and deaths occur at speeds of less than 40 mph 65 km h Safety belts are for everyone How to Wear Safety Belts Properly Adults This part is only for people of adult size...

Page 27: ...e how see Seats in the Index 3 Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you Don t let it get twisted 4 Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks Pull up on the latch plate to make s...

Page 28: ...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 b...

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

Page 35: ...vere crashes where the front of your vehicle CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued hits something They aren t designed to inflate at all in rollover rear side or low speed frontal crashes And for some u...

Page 36: ...ose to any air bag when it inflates can be seriously injured or killed Air bags plus lap shoulder belts offer the best protection for adults but not for young CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued child...

Page 37: ...he Air Bag Systems Work Where are the air bags The driver s frontal air bag is in the middle of the steering wheel The right front passenger s frontal air bag is in the instrument panel on the passeng...

Page 38: ...The driver s side impact air bag is in the side of the driver s seatback closest to the door The right front passenger s side impact air bag is in the side of the passenger s seatback closest to the...

Page 39: ...rontal air bags are designed to inflate in moderate to severe frontal or near frontal crashes But they are designed to inflate only if the impact speed is above the system s designed threshold level I...

Page 40: ...g 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 air bag inflate In an impact of sufficient severi...

Page 41: ...osest to the door for the driver and right front passenger s side impact air bags will be hot for a short time The parts of the bag that come into contact with you may be warm but not too hot to touch...

Page 42: ...he module records information about the readiness of the system when the system commands air bag inflation and driver s safety belt usage at deployment The module also records speed engine rpm brake a...

Page 43: ...e You can be injured if you are close to an air bag when it inflates Avoid yellow connectors They are probably part of the air bag systems Be sure to follow proper service procedures and make sure the...

Page 44: ...plate to make sure it is secure 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 If the belt is not long enough see Safety Belt Exten...

Page 45: ...orce at your abdomen This could cause serious or even fatal injuries The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest These parts of the body are best able to take belt restraining f...

Page 46: ...guide better positions the belt away from the neck and head There is one guide for each of the outside passenger positions in the rear seat To provide added safety belt comfort for children who have o...

Page 47: ...lastic cord must be under the belt Then place the guide over the belt and insert the two edges of the belt into the slots of the guide 3 Be sure that the belt is not twisted and it lies flat The elast...

Page 48: ...ryone in a vehicle needs protection This includes infants and all other children Neither the distance traveled nor the age and size of the traveler changes the need for everyone to use safety restrain...

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: ...are available in four basic types Selection of a particular restraint should take into consideration not only the child s weight height and age but also whether or not the restraint will be compatibl...

Page 51: ...ants always should be secured in appropriate infant restraints CAUTION The body structure of a young child is quite unlike that of an adult or older child for whom the safety belts are designed A youn...

Page 52: ...restrain or position a child on a continuous flat surface Make sure that the infant s head rests toward the center of the vehicle A rear facing infant seat B provides restraint with the seating surfac...

Page 53: ...urfaces such as T shaped or shelf like shields A booster seat F G is a child restraint designed to improve the fit of the vehicle s safety belt system Some booster seats have a shoulder belt positione...

Page 54: ...aps and a crotch strap A shield may take the place of hip straps A T shaped shield has shoulder straps that are attached to a flat pad which rests low against the child s body A shelf or armrest type...

Page 55: ...child restraint in a rear seat outside position You may secure a forward facing child restraint in the right front seat but before you do always move the front passenger seat as far back as it will g...

Page 56: ...point located on the same side of the vehicle as the seating position where the child restraint will be placed Raise the head restraint and route the top strap under it Once you have the top strap an...

Page 57: ...locating the lower anchors for this child restraint system each seating position with the LATCH system will have two metal tabs where the seat cushion meets the seatback In order to use the system yo...

Page 58: ...o protect a child sitting there In a crash the child could be seriously injured or killed Make sure that a LATCH type child restraint is properly installed using the anchorage points or use the vehicl...

Page 59: ...fferent directions to be sure it is secure To remove the child restraint simply unhook the top strap from the top tether anchor and then disconnect the anchor points Securing a Child Restraint in a Re...

Page 60: ...the belt Make sure the release button is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to 4 Pull the rest of the shoulder belt all the way out of the retractor to...

Page 61: ...ind 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 sure it is secure To remove the child rest...

Page 62: ...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 63: ...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 64: ...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 65: ...elt should not cross the face or neck The lap belt should fit snugly below the hips just touching the top of the thighs It should never be worn over the abdomen which could cause severe or even fatal...

Page 66: ...er belt is very close to the child s face or neck A If the child is sitting in a seat next to a window move the child toward the center of the vehicle If the child is sitting in the center rear seat p...

Page 67: ...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 68: ...might keep a safety belt system from doing its job have it repaired Torn or frayed safety belts may not protect you in a crash They can rip apart under impact forces If a belt is torn or frayed get a...

Page 69: ...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 28 Parking Over Things That Burn 2 29 Eng...

Page 70: ...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 71: ...press Down Window The driver s and front passenger s window switches have an express down feature that allows you to lower the window without holding the switch down Press the bottom of the driver s w...

Page 72: ...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 73: ...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 a number of new features that c...

Page 74: ...ome by extreme heat and can suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat stroke Always lock your vehicle whenever you leave it D Outsiders can easily enter through an unlocked door when you slow...

Page 75: ...Mode 2 All doors lock when the vehicle speed is greater than 8 mph 13 km h D Mode 3 No automatic door locking The automatic door locks were pre programmed at the factory to lock all the doors when the...

Page 76: ...ming mode the current auto lock unlock setting will not be modified See your dealer for more information Programmable Unlocking Feature The following is the list of available programming options D Mod...

Page 77: ...any time by turning the ignition to RUN the locks will automatically lock and unlock and the horn will chirp twice to indicate that you are leaving the program mode If the lock unlock switches are not...

Page 78: ...to 30 feet 9 m away using the remote keyless entry transmitter supplied with your vehicle Your remote keyless entry system operates on a radio frequency subject to Federal Communications Commission FC...

Page 79: ...attery replacement or resynchronization is necessary See the instructions that follow D If you re still having trouble see your dealer or a qualified technician for service Operation Unlock When you p...

Page 80: ...ansmitter will not unlock your vehicle Each vehicle can have only four transmitters matched to it Battery Replacement Under normal use the battery in your remote keyless entry transmitter should last...

Page 81: ...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 liftgate or liftglass open or if electrical...

Page 82: ...ch through the access hole in the trim panel 3 Pry the left release lever up to the unlock position Pry the right release lever up to unlatch the liftgate 4 Reattach the trim plug Theft Vehicle theft...

Page 83: ...D Then take the door key with you Content Theft Deterrent If Equipped Your vehicle may be equipped with a content theft deterrent alarm system United States Canada With this system the SECURITY light...

Page 84: ...et off the alarm If you set off the alarm by accident unlock any door with the key You can also turn off the alarm by pressing unlock on the remote keyless entry transmitter The alarm won t stop if yo...

Page 85: ...ait about 10 minutes until the light stops flashing before trying to restart the engine Remember to release the key from START as soon as the engine starts If the engine does not start after three tri...

Page 86: ...200 miles 322 km or so During this time your new brake linings aren t yet broken in Hard stops with new linings can mean premature wear and earlier replacement Follow this breaking in guideline every...

Page 87: ...art This position starts the engine Retained Accessory Power RAP Your vehicle is equipped with a Retained Accessory Power RAP feature which will allow certain features of your vehicle to continue to w...

Page 88: ...ry When starting your engine in very cold weather below 0_F or 18_C do this 1 With your foot off the accelerator pedal turn the ignition key to START and hold it there When the engine starts let go of...

Page 89: ...ord into an ungrounded outlet could cause an electrical shock Also the wrong kind of extension cord could overheat and cause a fire You could be seriously injured Plug the cord into a properly grounde...

Page 90: ...dex If you re pulling a trailer see Towing a Trailer in the Index Ensure the shift lever is fully in PARK P before starting the engine Your vehicle has an automatic transmission shift lock control sys...

Page 91: ...r pedal about halfway down D Going about 35 mph 55 km h or more push the accelerator all the way down You ll shift down to the next gear and have more power DRIVE D should not be used when towing a tr...

Page 92: ...your vehicle there with only the accelerator pedal This could overheat and damage the transmission Use your brakes or shift into PARK P to hold your vehicle in position on a hill Shift Lock Release T...

Page 93: ...e regular brake pedal down Pull the parking brake lever up until you can press the button in at the end of the lever Hold the button in as you move the parking brake lever all the way down NOTICE Driv...

Page 94: ...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 95: ...om PARK P without first pressing the button on the console shift lever If you can it means that the shift lever wasn t fully locked into PARK P Torque Lock If you are parking on a hill and you don t s...

Page 96: ...in brake application Then press the shift lever button and move the shift lever into the gear you want If you ever hold the brake pedal down but still can t shift out of PARK P try this 1 Turn the key...

Page 97: ...coming into your vehicle D Drive it only with all the windows down to blow out any CO and D Have your vehicle fixed immediately Running Your Engine While You re Parked It s better not to park with the...

Page 98: ...ng a Trailer in the Index Locking Rear Axle Your locking 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 re...

Page 99: ...e To tilt the wheel hold the steering wheel and pull the lever toward you Move the steering wheel to a comfortable level then release the lever to lock the wheel in place Do not adjust the steering wh...

Page 100: ...rview mirror As you signal a turn or a lane change if the arrows flash more quickly than normal a signal bulb may be burned out and other drivers won t see your turn signal If a bulb is burned out rep...

Page 101: ...ss Feature This feature 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...

Page 102: ...the windshield carefully loosen or thaw them If your blades do become worn or damaged get new blades or blade inserts RainsensetWipers If Equipped Your vehicle may be equipped with Rainsense windshie...

Page 103: ...ear Window Washer Wiper This control is located to the right of the steering wheel on the instrument panel To turn the rear wiper on turn the control to either 1 2 or 3 For delayed wiping turn the con...

Page 104: ...below about 25 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...

Page 105: ...t go down United States Canada The CRUISE light on the instrument panel cluster will illuminate when the cruise control is engaged Resuming a Set Speed Suppose you set your cruise control at a desired...

Page 106: ...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 down to the...

Page 107: ...normal brightness along with other lamps such as the taillamps sidemarker parking lamps and the instrument panel lights The radio lights will also be on Your vehicle is equipped with a light sensor o...

Page 108: ...l the way counterclockwise In the automatic mode the headlamps turn off once the ignition key is in LOCK Daytime Running Lamps Daytime Running Lamps DRL can make it easier for others to see the front...

Page 109: ...orming you that the system is off 3 To return to the automatic mode push the dome override button four times within six seconds the chime will sound or turn the ignition to LOCK and then to RUN again...

Page 110: ...exterior lamps 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 The dome lamps will remain off when a door is open To r...

Page 111: ...on Exit Lighting With exit lighting the interior lamps will come on when you remove the key from the ignition to help you see while exiting the vehicle With the dome override button in the out positi...

Page 112: ...return to normal operation D Shut off all lamps and close all doors or D turn the ignition key to RUN This feature will also turn off the parking lamps and headlamps under most circumstances if they...

Page 113: ...onds A light on the mirror will be lit when the feature is turned on It will go out when the feature is turned off Compass Operation Press the on off button once to turn the compass on or off There is...

Page 114: ...ted to account for compass variance your compass could give false readings To adjust for compass variance do the following 1 Find your current location and variance zone number on the map 2 Press and...

Page 115: ...the mirror settings turn the knob back to the center position Convex Outside Mirror A convex mirror s surface is curved so you can see more from the driver s seat CAUTION A convex mirror can make thin...

Page 116: ...E R and a short delay has occurred the passenger s and or driver s mirror will return to its original position To change the preselected tilt position adjust the mirrors to the desired position while...

Page 117: ...it Pressing the right arrow button more than once will return you to previously recorded messages If you press and hold this button for more than one second all of the recorded messages will be playe...

Page 118: ...floor Cargo Security Shade If Equipped You can use the cargo security shade to cover items in the cargo area of your vehicle To install the security shade do the following 1 Align the endcap with the...

Page 119: ...wage lid isn t secured properly it can move around in a collision or sudden stop People in the vehicle could be injured Be sure to secure the rear floor stowage lid properly Your vehicle has a rear fl...

Page 120: ...g as they are not wider or longer than the luggage carrier To slide the crossrails to where you want them pull up on the lever on each side of the crossrail This will release the crossrail and allow y...

Page 121: ...er press it in all the way and let go When it s ready it 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...

Page 122: ...ment The kit includes a 22 foot 6 7 m hose with three nozzle adapters To use the air inflator attach the appropriate nozzle adapter to the end of the hose if required Then attach that end of the hose...

Page 123: ...e injured Be sure to read the inflator instructions and inflate any object only to its recommended pressure Accessory Power Outlets With the accessory power outlets you can plug in auxiliary electrica...

Page 124: ...use damage not covered by your warranty OnStarR System If Equipped OnStar is a vehicle communications system that offers a variety of services and provides a hands free communication link between you...

Page 125: ...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 126: ...ight comes on the center can perform a check of the engine on board computer An advisor can then recommend what action needs to be taken OnStar MED NET Med Net can store your personal medical history...

Page 127: ...ilable 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 mounta...

Page 128: ...an pull forward to block out sun rays HomeLinkR Transmitter This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules Operationissubjecttothefollowingtwoconditions 1 this device may not cause harmful interfe...

Page 129: ...hold the hand held transmitter about 1 to 3 inches 3 to 8 cm away from HomeLink and then press and hold the transmit button on the hand held transmitter Continue to hold both buttons until the indicat...

Page 130: ...1 800 355 3515 or on the internet at www homelink com Because of the steps involved it may be helpful to have another person assist in programming the transmitter 2 Press the Learn or Smart button on...

Page 131: ...le the signal is being transmitted Erasing Channels To erase all three programmed channels hold down the two outside buttons until the indicator light begins to flash approximately 20 seconds Release...

Page 132: ...2 64 The Instrument Panel Your Information System...

Page 133: ...on Lever D Comfort Control Steering Wheel Controls E Instrument Panel Cluster F Audio Steering Wheel Controls G Ignition Switch H Audio System I Comfort Controls J Hood Release K Driver Information Ce...

Page 134: ...anel cluster is designed to let you know at a glance how your vehicle is running You ll know how fast you regoing abouthowmuchfuelyou veused andmanyotherthingsyou llneedtoknowtodrivesafelyandeconomica...

Page 135: ...installed The new one will be set to the correct millage total of the old odometer Trip Odometer The trip odometer can tell you how far your vehicle has been driven since you last set the trip odomete...

Page 136: ...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 gage...

Page 137: ...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 138: ...meter 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 When the engine is running the gage shows the condition of the charg...

Page 139: ...on there could be a brake problem Have your brake system inspected right away United States Canada This light should come on briefly when you turn the ignition key to RUN If it doesn t come on then h...

Page 140: ...oblem with 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...

Page 141: ...ous damage to your vehicle This system is also designed to assist your service technician in correctly diagnosing any malfunction NOTICE If you keep driving your vehicle with this light on after a whi...

Page 142: ...ter diagnosis and service may be required If the Light Is Flashing The following may prevent more serious damage to your vehicle D Reducing vehicle speed D Avoiding hard accelerations D Avoiding steep...

Page 143: ...turn the light off Have you recently changed brands of fuel If so be sure to fuel your vehicle with quality fuel See Fuel in the Index Poor fuel quality will cause your engine not to run as efficientl...

Page 144: ...ystem The vehicle would be considered not ready for inspection This can happen if you have recently replaced your battery or if your battery has run down The diagnostic system is designed to evaluate...

Page 145: ...as soon as possible and have your vehicle serviced NOTICE Damage to your engine from neglected oil problems can be costly and is not covered by your warranty Change Engine Oil Light United States Cana...

Page 146: ...see Passlock in the Index If the light comes on continuously while driving and stays on there may be a problem with the Passlock system Your vehicle will not be protected by Passlock and you should s...

Page 147: ...ht may also come on if there is a problem with the Electronic Throttle Control ETC system If this happens take the vehicle in for service as soon as possible Service AWD Light United States Canada Thi...

Page 148: ...ne If the light comes on and stays on while you are driving check your coolant temperature and engine oil pressure gages Gate Ajar United States Canada If this light comes on your liftgate or liftglas...

Page 149: ...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 gage mov...

Page 150: ...le on your vehicle D Select This button resets certain functions and turns off or acknowledges messages on the DIC DIC Operation and Displays The DIC comes on when the ignition is on After a short del...

Page 151: ...sing select while the desired trip odometer is displayed You can also reset the trip odometers with the reset stem on the cluster If you press and hold the reset stem for four seconds the display will...

Page 152: ...is gradually updated Fuel range cannot be reset Average Fuel Economy Press the fuel information button until AVG appears in the display Average fuel economy is how many miles per gallon your vehicle i...

Page 153: ...sty areas change your oil after every 3 000 miles 5 000 km or three months whichever occurs first unless the DIC instructs you to do so sooner Also the oil change reminder does not measure how much oi...

Page 154: ...For more information on alarm warning type see Content Theft Deterrent in the Index Automatic Locking Press the personalization button until AUTOMATIC LOCKING appears in the display To select your pe...

Page 155: ...s door to unlock in park the driver s door will be unlocked when the vehicle is shifted into PARK P Choose one of the four options and press the personalization button while it is displayed on the DIC...

Page 156: ...u unlock the vehicle with the remote keyless entry transmitter Choose one of the two options and press the personalization button while it is displayed on the DIC to select it and move on to the next...

Page 157: ...croll through the following choices D UNLOCK FEEDBACK LAMPS default D UNLOCK FEEDBACK BOTH D UNLOCK FEEDBACK OFF D UNLOCK FEEDBACK HORN If you choose lamps the parking lamps will flash each time you p...

Page 158: ...ersonalization button while it is displayed on the DIC to select it and move on to the next feature Tilt Mirror in Reverse If Equipped Press the personalization button until TILT MIRROR IN REVERSE app...

Page 159: ...utton while it is displayed on the DIC to select it and move on to the next feature For more information on seat position exit see Memory Seat and Mirrors in the Index Display Units ENG MET Press the...

Page 160: ...and the trip information button and the same time The DIC will begin scrolling through the languages in their particular language English will be in English French will be in French and so on When you...

Page 161: ...PARK P to allow the coolant to reach a safe temperature This message will clear when the coolant temperature drops to a safe operating temperature ENGINE OVERHEATED STOP ENGINE If Equipped If the engi...

Page 162: ...tion lever to the off position Pressing the select button will acknowledge this message and clear it from the DIC display REAR ACCESS OPEN If the liftgate or liftglass is open while the ignition is in...

Page 163: ...pear on the DIC Driving with the transmission fluid temperature high can cause damage to the vehicle Stop the vehicle and let it idle to allow the transmission to cool This message will clear when the...

Page 164: ...door again Check to see if the message still appears on the DIC Pressing the select button will acknowledge this message and clear it from the DIC display RIGHT REAR DOOR AJAR If the passenger s side...

Page 165: ...dio Systems 3 10 Setting the Clock 3 11 AM FM Stereo with Cassette Tape and Compact Disc Player with Programmable Equalization and Radio Data System RDS 3 20 AM FM Stereo with 6 Disc Compact Disc Play...

Page 166: ...fter the button with the unlock symbol on a remote keyless entry transmitter is pressed the climate control will adjust to the last settings of the identified driver The settings can also be changed b...

Page 167: ...erature setting The temperature to the rear seat area is controlled by using this knob Once this knob is used the passenger s set temperature will remain independent of the driver s until the ignition...

Page 168: ...f you choose the temperature setting of 60_F 15_C the system will remain at the maximum cooling setting and fan speed If you choose the temperature setting of 90_F 32_C the system will remain at the m...

Page 169: ...lect recirculation while in defrost defog or floor the light on the button will flash and go out to let you know this is not allowed This is to prevent fogging When the weather is cool or damp operati...

Page 170: ...automatic system manually by pressing the MODE button and selecting floor Again adjust the temperature by turning the temperature knob clockwise or counterclockwise Outside air will be heated and sen...

Page 171: ...0 minutes it will turn off by itself or press the button during the heating cycle to turn it off If you need additional warming time press the button again Do not attach a temporary vehicle license ta...

Page 172: ...To turn the rear comfort controls off press the lower PWR button Ventilation System For mild outside temperatures when little heating or cooling is needed use the panel outlet setting to direct outsi...

Page 173: ...er seating area the floor or upward Move the control in the center of each outlet side to side to direct airflow Ventilation Tips D Keep the hood and front air inlet free of ice snow or any other obst...

Page 174: ...t the most enjoyment out of it if you acquaint yourself with it first Find out what your audio system can do and how to operate all its controls to be sure you re getting the most out of the advanced...

Page 175: ...volume at the desired level Press this button to select MIN MED MAX or OFF Each choice allows for more volume compensation at faster vehicle speeds Then as you drive SCV automatically increases the v...

Page 176: ...ll appear on the display You will hear a double beep and the P will blink with the preset number Use preset scan to listen to each of your preset stations for a few seconds The radio will go to the fi...

Page 177: ...ation settings designed for country jazz pop rock classical and talk stations The last setting will appear on the display when you first press AUTO EQ Each time you press AUTO EQ another setting will...

Page 178: ...stations RDS features are only available on FM stations that broadcast RDS information The RDS features on your radio rely on receiving specific RDS information from these stations These features will...

Page 179: ...eps for each pushbutton AM FM The AM FM button operates the alternate frequency feature This feature allows the radio to switch to a stronger station with the same program type Press and hold AM FM fo...

Page 180: ...again A new group of words will appear on the display Once the complete message has been displayed INFO will disappear from the display until another new message is received Playing a Cassette Tape Yo...

Page 181: ...her side of the tape AUTO EQ Press AUTO EQ to select the desired preset equalization setting while playing a cassette tape The equalization will be automatically set whenever you play a cassette tape...

Page 182: ...a new tape Wrapped is displayed when the tape is wrapped around the tape head Attempt to get the cassette out Try a new tape If any error occurs repeatedly or if an error can t be corrected please con...

Page 183: ...g backward or forward through the disc To scan press and hold the SEEK SCAN button for more than two seconds until you hear a beep and SCAN appears on the display and Use scan to listen to each select...

Page 184: ...isc is dirty scratched wet or upside down D The air is very humid 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...

Page 185: ...switch between AM FM1 and FM2 The display shows your selection TUNE RCL P TYPE Turn this control to select radio stations tSEEK SCANu To seek press the right or left arrow briefly to go to the next o...

Page 186: ...s When you use this control the radio s tone setting will switch to custom To set the bass to the middle position select BASS and press and hold the AUDIO control The radio will produce one beep and s...

Page 187: ...ng will appear on the display and AUTO EQ will switch to one of the preset settings previously listed To return to the manual mode CUSTOM press the AUTO EQ button until CUSTOM appears on the display T...

Page 188: ...NTERED will appear on the display Using RDS Your audio system is equipped with a Radio Data System RDS RDS mode gives you many useful new features With RDS the radio can do the following D Seek only t...

Page 189: ...t selected program type format is broadcast AM FM The AM FM button operates the alternate frequency feature Alternate frequency allows the radio to switch to a stronger station with the same program t...

Page 190: ...ds press this button again A new group of words will appear on the display Once the complete message has been displayed INFO will disappear from the display until another new message is received TRAF...

Page 191: ...ght of the slot will begin to flash 3 Once the light stops flashing and turns green load a disc Insert a disc partway into the slot label side up The player will pull the disc in Once the disc is load...

Page 192: ...ou can now remove the disc If the disc is not removed after 25 seconds the disc will be automatically pulled back into the receiver If you try to push the disc back into the receiver before the 25 sec...

Page 193: ...e than two seconds You will hear a beep and RDM will appear on the display Press RDM again to turn if off AUTO EQ Press AUTO EQ to select the desired preset equalization setting while playing a compac...

Page 194: ...ed song list This feature is capable of saving 20 track selections To save tracks into SONG LIST perform the following steps 1 Turn the disc player on and load it with at least one disc See LOAD CD me...

Page 195: ...n continuously two beeps will be heard to confirm that the track has been deleted After a track has been deleted the remaining tracks are moved up the list When another track is added to the song list...

Page 196: ...side down D The air is very humid 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 mes...

Page 197: ...knob controls the right headphone PROG With a cassette tape in the player and the radio playing press this button to play a cassette tape Press PROG to switch between the tape and compact disc if both...

Page 198: ...o will not operate if stolen Audio Steering Wheel Controls If your vehicle has this feature you can control certain radio functions using the controls on your steering wheel AM FM Press this control t...

Page 199: ...d harmful to your hearing Take precautions by adjusting the volume control on your radio to a safe sound level before your hearing adapts to it To help avoid hearing loss or damage do the following D...

Page 200: ...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 dealer GM Part No 1234478...

Page 201: ...e inside surfaces are damaged they could interfere with radio reception NOTICE Do not try to clear frost or other material from the inside of the rear side windows with a razor blade or anything else...

Page 202: ...tem TAS Two Wheel Drive Only 4 11 Steering 4 13 Off Road Recovery 4 14 Passing 4 15 Loss of Control 4 16 Operating Your All Wheel Drive Vehicle If Equipped Off Paved Roads 4 30 Driving at Night 4 32 D...

Page 203: ...ventable of accidents Yet they are common Allow enough following distance It s the best defensive driving maneuver in both city and rural driving You never know when the vehicle in front of you is goi...

Page 204: ...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 205: ...inking 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 means t...

Page 206: ...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 207: ...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 208: ...our 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 t...

Page 209: ...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 210: ...the very best braking Traction Assist System TAS Two Wheel Drive Only Your vehicle has a Traction Assist System TAS that limits wheel spin This is especially useful in slippery road conditions The sys...

Page 211: ...the rough surface slows down or stops the light will go off and TAS will be on again This is normal D A Traction Assist System Anti Lock Brake System or engine related problem has been detected and t...

Page 212: ...S on off button 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 Drivin...

Page 213: ...s 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 th...

Page 214: ...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 215: ...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 216: ...ol systems brakes steering and acceleration don t have enough friction where the tires meet the road to do what the driver has asked In any emergency don t give up Keep trying to steer and constantly...

Page 217: ...own when you have any doubt Remember Any anti lock brake system ABS helps avoid only the braking skid Operating Your All Wheel Drive Vehicle If Equipped Off Paved Roads Many of the same design feature...

Page 218: ...ortant things to remember about how to load your vehicle D The heaviest things should be on the load floor and forward of your rear axle Put heavier items as far forward as you can D Be sure the load...

Page 219: ...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 220: ...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 221: ...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 222: ...some other things to consider as you approach a hill D Is there a constant incline or does the hill get sharply steeper in places D Is there good traction on the hillside or will the surface cause ti...

Page 223: ...e traction slide sideways and possibly roll over You could be seriously injured or killed When driving up hills always try to go straight up D Ease up on your speed as you approach the top of the hill...

Page 224: ...steering wheel at the 12 o clock position This way you ll be able to tell if your wheels are straight and maneuver as you back down It s best that you back down the hill with your wheels straight rat...

Page 225: ...Smooth Rough Slippery Hard packed dirt Gravel D Are there hidden surface obstacles Ruts Logs Boulders D What s at the bottom of the hill Is there a hidden creek bank or even a river bottom with large...

Page 226: ...straight down D Never go downhill with the transmission in NEUTRAL N This is called free wheeling Your brakes will have to do all the work and could overheat and fade Q Am I likely to stall when going...

Page 227: ...downhill slide or a rollover D 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 vehicl...

Page 228: ...ng on an Incline If your vehicle stalls when you re crossing an 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 downhi...

Page 229: ...will tend to sink into the sand This has an effect on steering accelerating and braking You may want to reduce the air pressure in your tires slightly when driving on sand This will improve traction H...

Page 230: ...ur ignition system and your vehicle can stall Stalling can also occur if you get your tailpipe under water And as long as your tailpipe is under water you ll never be able to start your engine When yo...

Page 231: ...ven braking Check the body structure steering suspension wheels tires and exhaust system for damage Also check the fuel lines and cooling system for any leakage Your vehicle will require more frequent...

Page 232: ...but they also make a lot of things invisible You can be temporarily blinded by approaching headlamps It can take a second or two or even several seconds for your eyes to readjust to the dark When you...

Page 233: ...t wet 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 har...

Page 234: ...in a quick stop and may cause pulling to one side You could lose control of the vehicle After driving through a large puddle of water or a car wash apply your brake pedal lightly until your brakes wor...

Page 235: ...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 236: ...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 237: ...with the flow Try to merge into the gap at close to the prevailing speed Switch on your turn signal check your mirrors and glance over your shoulder as often as necessary Try to blend smoothly with th...

Page 238: ...If it needs service have it done before starting out Of course you ll find experienced and able service experts in Oldsmobile dealerships all across North America They ll be ready and willing to help...

Page 239: ...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 240: ...nhill slope CAUTION Coasting downhill in NEUTRAL N or with the ignition off is dangerous Your brakes will have to do all the work of slowing down They could get so hot that they wouldn t work well You...

Page 241: ...scraper a small brush or broom a supply of windshield washer fluid a rag some winter outer clothing a small shovel a flashlight a red cloth and reflective warning triangles And if you will be driving...

Page 242: ...ice until salt and sand crews can get there Whatever the condition smooth ice packed blowing or loose snow drive with caution If you have traction assist keep the system on It will improve your abilit...

Page 243: ...se clear road ice patches may appear in shaded areas where the sun can t reach around clumps of trees behind buildings or under bridges Sometimes the surface of a curve or an overpass may remain icy w...

Page 244: ...to get inside CO could overcome you and kill you You can t see it or smell it so you might not know it is in your vehicle Clear away snow from around the base of your vehicle especially any that is bl...

Page 245: ...e towing are known as dinghy towing towing your vehicle with all four wheels on the ground and dolly towing towing your vehicle with two wheels on the ground and two wheels up on a device know as a do...

Page 246: ...appearing vehicles may have different GVWRs and payloads Please note your vehicle s Certification Tire label or consult your dealer for additional details CAUTION Do not load your vehicle any heavier...

Page 247: ...System Your vehicle is equipped with an electronically controlled air suspension system that automatically keeps your vehicle level as you load and unload The system includes a compressor two height...

Page 248: ...of overload This will continue each time the ignition is turned on until the rear axle load is reduced below GAWR Indicator Light The indicator light on the inflator switch in the rear passenger comp...

Page 249: ...trailering options as many are it s ready for heavier trailers But trailering is different than just driving your vehicle by itself Trailering means changes in handling durability and fuel economy Suc...

Page 250: ...the trailer D the weight of the trailer tongue D and the weight on your vehicle s tires Weight of the Trailer How heavy can a trailer safely be It depends on how you plan to use your rig For example...

Page 251: ...ou may carry in it and the people who will be riding in the vehicle And if you will tow a trailer you must add the tongue load to the GVW because your vehicle will be carrying that weight too See Load...

Page 252: ...important for proper vehicle loading and good handling when you re driving D Will you have to make any holes in the body of your vehicle when you install a trailer hitch If you do then be sure to seal...

Page 253: ...ends fluid to the rear brakes But don t use copper tubing for this If you do it will bend and finally break off Use steel brake tubing Driving with a Trailer CAUTION If you have a rear most window ope...

Page 254: ...This lets you check your electrical connection at the same time During your trip check occasionally to be sure that the load is secure and that the lamps and any trailer brakes are still working Foll...

Page 255: ...ind you are seeing your signal when they are not It s important to check occasionally to be sure the trailer bulbs are still working Driving On Grades Reduce speed and shift to a lower gear before you...

Page 256: ...not in NEUTRAL N 6 Release the regular brakes When You Are Ready to Leave After Parking on a Hill 1 Apply your regular brakes and hold the pedal down while you D start your engine D shift into a gear...

Page 257: ...al D Brown Running Lamps D White Ground D Light Green Back up Lamps D Red Battery Feed D Dark Blue Electric Brakes If you need to tow a light duty trailer with a standard four way round pin connector...

Page 258: ...that can occur on the road 5 2 Hazard Warning Flashers 5 2 Other Warning Devices 5 3 Jump Starting 5 8 Towing Your Vehicle 5 9 Engine Overheating 5 11 Cooling System 5 17 Engine Fan Noise 5 18 If a T...

Page 259: ...olumn The hazard warning flashers work no matter what position your key is in and even if the key isn t in Press the button all the way down to make your front and rear turn signal lamps flash on and...

Page 260: ...y to burn you If you don t follow these steps exactly some or all of these things can hurt you NOTICE Ignoring these steps could result in costly damage to your vehicle that wouldn t be covered by you...

Page 261: ...parking brake If you have a four wheel drive vehicle be sure the transfer case is not in NEUTRAL N NOTICE If you leave your radio on it could be badly damaged The repairs wouldn t be covered by your w...

Page 262: ...with water and get medical help immediately CAUTION Fans or other moving engine parts can injure you badly Keep your hands away from moving parts once the engine is running 5 Check that the jumper cab...

Page 263: ...ow connect the black negative cable to the negative terminal of the good battery Use a remote negative terminal if the vehicle has one Don t let the other end touch anything until the next step The ot...

Page 264: ...ine for a while 11 Try to start the vehicle that had the dead battery If it won t start after a few tries it probably needs service NOTICE Damage to your vehicle may result from electrical shorting if...

Page 265: ...sconnect the black negative cable from the vehicle that had the dead battery 2 Disconnect the black negative cable from the vehicle with the good battery 3 Disconnect the red positive cable from the v...

Page 266: ...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 267: ...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 268: ...evel should be at least up to the FULL COLD 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 CAUTION Heater and radia...

Page 269: ...the accelerator pedal down If it doesn t your vehicle needs service Turn off the engine How to Add Coolant to the Coolant Recovery Tank If you haven t found a problem yet but the coolant level isn t...

Page 270: ...t engine parts Coolant contains ethylene glycol and it will burn if the engine parts are hot enough Don t spill coolant on a hot engine When the coolant in the coolant recovery tank is at the FULL COL...

Page 271: ...ey are under pressure and if you turn the radiator pressure cap even a little they can come out at high speed Never turn the cap when the cooling system including the radiator pressure cap is hot Wait...

Page 272: ...system including the radiator pressure cap and upper radiator hose is no longer hot Turn the pressure cap slowly counterclockwise about one full turn If you hear a hiss wait for that to stop A hiss m...

Page 273: ...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 FULL COLD mark 5 Put the cap back o...

Page 274: ...e This vehicle has a clutched engine cooling fan When the clutch is engaged the fan spins faster to provide more air to cool the engine In most everyday driving conditions the clutch is not engaged Th...

Page 275: ...pedal Get the vehicle under control by steering the way you want the vehicle to go It may be very bumpy and noisy but you can still steer Gently brake to a stop well off the road if possible If a tire...

Page 276: ...and change a tire Removing the Spare Tire and Tools The jacking equipment you ll need is stored under the rear seat on the passenger s side of the vehicle See Rear Seats in the Index for more informat...

Page 277: ...e NOTICE Never remove or restow a tire from to a stowage position under the vehicle while the vehicle is supported by a jack Always tighten the tire fully against the underside of the vehicle when res...

Page 278: ...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 d...

Page 279: ...others could get hurt Read and follow the instructions listed below To release the spare tire from the secondary latch do the following 1 Check under the vehicle to see if the cable is visible 2 If it...

Page 280: ...spare tire stops moving upward and is held firmly in place The secondary latch has released and the spare tire is balancing on the jack 9 Lower the jack by turning the wheel wrench counterclockwise K...

Page 281: ...to lower the spare the rest of the way 11 Tilt the retainer at the end of the cable and pull it through the wheel opening Pull the tire out from under the vehicle 12 If the cable is hanging under the...

Page 282: ...the wheel wrench loosen all the wheel nuts Don t remove them yet 2 Turn the jack adjusting knob clockwise by hand to raise the jack lift head 3 Place the handle extension and wheel wrench onto the ja...

Page 283: ...jack CAUTION Raising your vehicle with the jack improperly positioned can damage the vehicle and even make the vehicle fall To help avoid personal injury and vehicle damage be sure to fit the jack li...

Page 284: ...rgency you can use a cloth or a paper towel to do this but be sure to use a scraper or wire brush later if you need to to get all the rust or dirt off CAUTION Never use oil or grease on studs or nuts...

Page 285: ...ose and even come off This could lead to an accident Be sure to use the correct wheel nuts If you have to replace them be sure to get new GM original equipment wheel nuts Stop somewhere as soon as you...

Page 286: ...lat road tire needs to be stored with the valve stem pointing up If the tire is stored with its valve stem pointing downward its secondary latch won t work properly and the spare tire or flat road tir...

Page 287: ...ointing up and have the tire repaired as soon as possible Follow this diagram to store the underbody mounted spare A Wheel Wrench B Hoist Shaft C Extension D Retainer E Spare or Flat Tire Valve Stem P...

Page 288: ...htened 5 Make sure the tire is stored securely Push pull and then try to rotate or turn the tire If the tire moves use the wheel wrench to tighten the cable Return the jack wheel wrench and wheel bloc...

Page 289: ...f your vehicle as well as the tires If you spin the wheels too fast while shifting your transmission back and forth you can destroy your transmission For information about using tire chains on your ve...

Page 290: ...r the Hood 6 11 Engine Oil 6 16 Engine Air Cleaner Filter 6 18 Automatic Transmission Fluid 6 21 Rear Axle 6 21 All Wheel Drive 6 23 Engine Coolant 6 26 Radiator Pressure Cap 6 27 Power Steering Fluid...

Page 291: ...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 292: ...be hurt Adding Equipment to the Outside of Your Vehicle Things you might add to the outside of your vehicle can affect the airflow around it This may cause wind noise and affect windshield washer per...

Page 293: ...our vehicle is certified to meet California Emission Standards see the underhood emission control label it is designed to operate on fuels that meet California specifications If this fuel is not avail...

Page 294: ...thing to your fuel Gasolines containing oxygenates such as ethers and ethanol and reformulated gasolines may be available in your area to contribute to clean air General Motors recommends that you use...

Page 295: ...ames and smoking materials away from gasoline The fuel cap is located behind a hinged door on the driver s side of your vehicle While refueling hang the fuel cap by the tether using the hook located o...

Page 296: ...ide of Your Vehicle in the Index When you put the fuel cap back on turn it to the right clockwise until you hear a clicking sound Make sure you fully install the cap The diagnostic system can determin...

Page 297: ...ehicle in a vehicle s trunk pickup bed or on any surface other than the ground D Bring the fill nozzle in contact with the inside of the fill opening before operating the nozzle Contact should be main...

Page 298: ...the lower driver s side of the instrument panel 2 Then go to the front of the vehicle and release the secondary hood release 3 Lift the hood release the hood prop from its retainer and put the hood p...

Page 299: ...6 10 Engine Compartment Overview When you lift the hood you ll see the following...

Page 300: ...ull the hood down firmly to close It will latch when dropped from 6 to 8 inches 15 to 20 cm without pressing on the hood Engine Oil If the CHECK OIL LEVEL message appears on the instrument cluster it...

Page 301: ...t use the right kind This part explains what kind of oil to use For crankcase capacity see Capacities and Specifications in the Index NOTICE Don t add too much oil If your engine has so much oil that...

Page 302: ...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 303: ...commended oils with the starburst symbol are all you will need for good performance and engine protection When to Change Engine Oil Your vehicle has a computer that lets you know when to change your e...

Page 304: ...stay on your skin for very long Clean your skin and nails with soap and water or a good hand cleaner Wash or properly throw away clothing or rags containing used engine oil See the manufacturer s war...

Page 305: ...ter assembly has an indicator that lets you know when the air filter is dirty and needs to be serviced The indicator is located on the engine air cleaner filter air duct See Engine Compartment Overvie...

Page 306: ...it with a new one 3 Reinstall the cover CAUTION Operating the engine with the air cleaner filter off can cause you or others to be burned The air cleaner not only cleans the air it stops flame if the...

Page 307: ...larly reaches 90_F 32_C or higher D In hilly or mountainous terrain D When doing frequent trailer towing D Uses such as found in taxi police or delivery service If you do not use your vehicle under an...

Page 308: ...ehicle has been sitting for eight hours or more with the engine off but this is used only as a reference Let the engine run at idle for five minutes if outside temperatures are 50_F 10_C or more If it...

Page 309: ...e Schedule to determine what kind of transmission fluid to use See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants in the Index Add fluid only after checking the transmission fluid while it is hot A cold check is u...

Page 310: ...to 10 mm below the bottom of the filler plug hole What to Use Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of lubricant to use See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants in the Index All Wheel...

Page 311: ...Use Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of lubricant to use See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants in the Index Front Axle When to Check and Change Lubricant Refer to the Maintenan...

Page 312: ...ins your cooling system and how to add coolant when it is low If you have a problem with engine overheating see Engine Overheating in the Index A 50 50 mixture of clean drinkable water and DEX COOLR c...

Page 313: ...engine could get too hot but you wouldn t get the overheat warning Your engine could catch fire and you or others could be burned Use a 50 50 mixture of clean drinkable water and DEX COOLR coolant NO...

Page 314: ...uld be at the base of the filler neck or a little higher Adding Coolant If you need more coolant add the proper DEX COOLR coolant mixture at the coolant recovery tank CAUTION Turning the radiator pres...

Page 315: ...ccasionally check the coolant level in the radiator For information on how to add coolant to the radiator see Cooling System in the Index Radiator Pressure Cap NOTICE Your radiator cap is a 15 psi 105...

Page 316: ...x for reservoir location How to Check Power Steering Fluid Turn the key off let the engine compartment cool down wipe the cap and the top of the reservoir clean then unscrew the cap and wipe the dipst...

Page 317: ...washer fluid until the tank is full NOTICE D When using concentrated washer fluid follow the manufacturer s instructions for adding water D Don t mix water with ready to use washer fluid Water can ca...

Page 318: ...your brakes won t work well or won t work at all So it isn t a good idea to top off your brake fluid Adding brake fluid won t correct a leak If you add fluid when your linings are worn then you ll hav...

Page 319: ...not over the MAX mark What to Add When you do need brake fluid use only DOT 3 brake fluid Refer to Recommended Fluids and Lubricants in the Index Use new brake fluid from a sealed container only Alway...

Page 320: ...ill brake fluid on your vehicle If you do wash it off immediately See Appearance Care in the Index Brake Wear Your vehicle has four wheel disc brakes Disc brake pads have built in wear indicators that...

Page 321: ...r if there is a rapid increase in pedal travel This could be a sign of brake trouble Brake Adjustment Every time you make a brake stop your disc brakes adjust for wear Replacing Brake System Parts The...

Page 322: ...California to cause cancer and reproductive harm Wash hands after handling Vehicle Storage If you re not going to drive your vehicle for 25 days or more removetheblack negative cablefromthebattery Th...

Page 323: ...ulb changing procedure not listed in this section contact your dealer Taillamps and Rear Turn Signals 1 Open the liftgate 2 Remove the two screws from the lamp assembly 3 Pull the assembly away from t...

Page 324: ...the lamp assembly and tighten the screws 11 Close the liftgate Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement Windshield wiper blades should be inspected at least twice a year for wear or cracking See Wiper Blade...

Page 325: ...it from the wiper arm hook 3 Remove the insert from the blade assembly The insert has two notches at one end that are locked by the bottom claws of the blade assembly At the notched end pull the inse...

Page 326: ...rm hook Pull up until the pivot locking tab locks in the hook slot 7 Carefully lower the wiper arm and blade assembly onto the windshield Backglass Wiper Blade Replacement See Windshield Wiper Blade R...

Page 327: ...d a serious accident See Loading Your Vehicle in the Index CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued D Underinflated tires pose the same danger as overloaded tires The resulting accident could cause serious...

Page 328: ...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 329: ...n the tire If it moves use the wheel wrench to tighten the cable See Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools in the Index The purpose of regular rotation is to achieve more uniform wear for all tires o...

Page 330: ...re in the Index When It s Time for New Tires One way to tell when it s time for new tires is to check the treadwear indicators which will appear when your tires have only 1 16 inch 1 6 mm or less of t...

Page 331: ...or mud and snow If you ever replace your tires with those not having a TPC Spec number make sure they are the same size load range speed rating and construction type bias bias belted or radial as your...

Page 332: ...fety requirements and additional General Motors Tire Performance Criteria TPC standards Treadwear The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under contr...

Page 333: ...verloaded Excessive speed underinflation or excessive loading either separately or in combination can cause heat buildup and possible tire failure Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance The wheels on your v...

Page 334: ...ke your tires lose air and make you lose control You could have a collision in which you or others could be injured Always use the correct wheel wheel bolts and wheel nuts for replacement NOTICE The w...

Page 335: ...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 into flame if you s...

Page 336: ...ructions 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 soft brush m...

Page 337: ...allow to dry completely 3 If a stain remains follow the cleaner instructions described earlier Cleaning Vinyl Use warm water and a clean cloth D Rub with a clean damp cloth to remove dirt You may hav...

Page 338: ...lts If you do it may severely weaken them In a crash they might not be able to provide adequate protection Clean safety belts only with mild soap and lukewarm water Cleaning Glass Surfaces Glass shoul...

Page 339: ...months During very cold damp weather more frequent application may be required See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants in the Index Cleaning the Outside of Your Vehicle The paint finish on your vehicle...

Page 340: ...her salts ice melting agents road oil and tar tree sap bird droppings chemicals from industrial chimneys etc can damage your vehicle s finish if they remain on painted surfaces Wash the vehicle as soo...

Page 341: ...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 342: ...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 343: ...6 54 GM Vehicle Care Appearance Materials...

Page 344: ...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 345: ...ndex Headlamps The headlamp wiring is protected by four fuses An electrical overload will cause a lamp to go on and off If this happens have your headlamp wiring checked right away Windshield Wipers T...

Page 346: ...oblem 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 an...

Page 347: ...6 58 Mini Fuses Usage 1 ECAS 2 Passenger s Side High Beam Headlamp Mini Fuses Usage 3 Passenger s Side Low Beam Headlamp 4 Back Up Trailer Lamps...

Page 348: ...r Bag 19 ELEK Brake 20 Cooling Fan 21 Horn 22 Ignition E 23 ETC Mini Fuses Usage 24 Instrument Panel Cluster Driver Information Center 25 Automatic Shift Lock Control System 26 ENG 1 27 Back Up 28 Pow...

Page 349: ...Washer 43 High Beam Headlamp 44 Air Conditioning Solid State Relays Usage 45 Cooling Fan 46 HDM Mini Relay Usage 47 Starter Miscellaneous Usage 48 Instrument Panel Battery 49 Fuse Puller Rear Undersea...

Page 350: ...Left Door Control Module 03 LGM 2 04 TBC 3 05 Rear Fog Lamps 06 LGM DSM 07 TBC 2 08 Power Seats 09 Blank 10 DDM 11 AMP 12 PDM 13 Rear Climate Controls 14 Left Rear Parking Lamps 15 Auxiliary Power 2 1...

Page 351: ...Wipers 30 Parking Lamps 31 TBC 4CC 32 TBC 5 33 Front Wipers 34 VEH STOP 35 Blank 36 HVAC B Fuse Usage 37 Front Parking Lamps 38 Left Turn Signal 39 HVAC 1 40 TBC 4 41 Radio 42 TR PARK 43 Right Turn Si...

Page 352: ...n and Refill 5 0 quarts 4 7 L Differential Fluid Rear 4 0 pints 1 9 L Front 2 6 pints 0 8 L Fuel Tank 18 7 U S gallons 75 7 L All capacities are approximate When adding be sure to fill to the appropri...

Page 353: ...services to retain its safety dependability and emission control performance 7 2 Introduction 7 4 Part A Scheduled Maintenance Services 7 5 Scheduled Maintenance 7 15 Part B Owner Checks and Services...

Page 354: ...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 355: ...do the work If you want to get the service information see Service and Owner Publications in the Index Part B Owner Checks and Services tells you what should be checked and when It also explains what...

Page 356: ...ee your dealer This part tells you the maintenance services you should have done and when you should schedule them If you go to your dealer for your service needs you ll know that GM trained and suppo...

Page 357: ...wing Footnotes The U S Environmental Protection Agency or the California Air Resources Board has determined that the failure to perform this maintenance item will not nullify the emission warranty or...

Page 358: ...r severe conditions the indicator may come on before 3 000 miles 5 000 km Never drive your vehicle more than 12 000 miles 20 000 km or 12 months without an oil and filter change The system won t detec...

Page 359: ...Scheduled Maintenance 7 7...

Page 360: ...Scheduled Maintenance 7 8...

Page 361: ...id as needed Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote...

Page 362: ...ont axle fluid level and add fluid as needed Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and addi...

Page 363: ...ch 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 at 100 000 miles 166 000 km j Change transfer case fluid 52 500...

Page 364: ...0 Miles 112 500 km j Check rear front axle fluid level and add fluid as needed Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index fo...

Page 365: ...locity joints and axle seals for leaking j Replace fuel filter An Emission Control Service See footnote j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and add...

Page 366: ...e or delivery service j If you haven t used your vehicle under severe service conditions listed previously and therefore haven t changed your automatic transmission fluid change both the fluid and fil...

Page 367: ...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 368: ...Cleaning in the Index Spare Tire Check At least twice a year after the monthly inflation check of the spare tire determines that the spare is inflated to the correct tire inflation pressure make sure...

Page 369: ...fluid loss may indicate a problem Check the system and repair if needed At Least Once a Year Key Lock Cylinders Service Lubricate the key lock cylinders with the lubricant specified in Part D Body Lu...

Page 370: ...in 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...

Page 371: ...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 372: ...d rear suspension and steering system for damaged loose or missing parts signs of wear or lack of lubrication Inspect the power steering lines and hoses for proper hook up binding leaks cracks chafing...

Page 373: ...gine oil change intervals check front axle and transfer 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 cas...

Page 374: ...X 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 Wi...

Page 375: ...Part No 12346293 or equivalent or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI 2 Category LB or GC LB USAGE FLUID LUBRICANT Hood and Door Hinges Multi Purpose Lubricant SuperlubeR GM Part No 12346241 or eq...

Page 376: ...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 377: ...7 25 Maintenance Record DATE ODOMETER READING SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED...

Page 378: ...7 26 Maintenance Record DATE ODOMETER READING SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED...

Page 379: ...7 27 Maintenance Record DATE ODOMETER READING SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED...

Page 380: ...7 28 Maintenance Record DATE ODOMETER READING SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED...

Page 381: ...4 Customer Assistance for Text Telephone TTY Users 8 4 Customer Assistance Offices 8 5 GM Mobility Program for Persons with Disabilities 8 6 Oldsmobile Roadside Assistance Program Features and Benefi...

Page 382: ...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 383: ...is why we suggest you follow Step One first if you have a concern STEP THREE Both General Motors and your dealer are committed to making sure you are completely satisfied with your new vehicle Howeve...

Page 384: ...aring or speech impaired and who use Text Telephones TTYs Oldsmobile has TTY equipment available at its Customer Assistance Center Any TTY user can communicate with Oldsmobile by dialing 1 800 833 OLD...

Page 385: ...00 GM Mobility Program for Persons with Disabilities This program available to qualified applicants can reimburse you up to 1 000 toward aftermarket driver or passenger adaptive equipment you may requ...

Page 386: ...number is staffed by courteous and capable Roadside Assistance Representatives who are available 24 hours a day 365 days a year We will provide the following services during the Bumper to Bumper warra...

Page 387: ...lephone number of your location D Vehicle model year and color D Mileage of vehicle D Vehicle Identification Number VIN D Vehicle license plate number Oldsmobile reserves the right to limit services o...

Page 388: ...portation needs your dealer can help minimize your inconvenience If your vehicle cannot be scheduled into the service department immediately keep driving it until it can be scheduled for service unles...

Page 389: ...local and rental vehicle provider requirements Requirements vary and may include minimum age requirements insurance coverage credit card etc You are responsible for fuel usage charges and may also be...

Page 390: ...ING SAFETY DEFECTS TO THE UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death you should immediately inform the National Hig...

Page 391: ...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 392: ...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 393: ...address for quotation 2002 120 00 2002 50 00 2002 20 00 2002 15 00 TOTAL MATERIAL Michigan Purchasers U S Order Processing 6 50 GRAND TOTAL add 6 sales tax GM OLD ORD99 Prices are subject to change w...

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