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Содержание 1997 Silhouette

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Страница 3: ...drive under different conditions Problems on the Road This section tells what to do if you have aprobletn while driving such as a flat tire or overheated engine etc Serviceand Appearance Care Here th...

Страница 4: ...ease leave this manual in it so the new owner can use it Litho in U S A Part No 22659811A First Edition WE SUPPORT VOLUNTARY TECHNICIAN CERTIFICATION THROUGH NatlonalInstitutefor A U T O M O T I V E S...

Страница 5: ...rd CAUTION to tell you about things that could hurt you if you were to ignore the warning p CAUIION These mean thereis something that could hurt you or other people In the caution area we tell you wha...

Страница 6: ...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...

Страница 7: ...d your passengers whenever your vehicle is driven DOOR LOCK UNLOCK FASTEN SEAT BELTS These symbols have to do with your lamps SIGNALS e TURN RUNNING 0 DAYTIME LAMPS FOG LAMPS 0 These symbols are on so...

Страница 8: ...kab NOTES vi...

Страница 9: ...cond Row Safety Belt Stowage Dump and Stow Feature Solid Bench Seats Split Bench Seats Captain Chairs Why Safety Belts Work 1 33 1 34 1 42 1 43 1 49 1 52 1 56 1 58 1 68 1 69 1 80 1 80 1 80 Questions M...

Страница 10: ...e the seat to where you want it To make sure the seat is locked into place release the lever and try to move the seat with your body To raise the scat pull up on the lever on the front right side of t...

Страница 11: ...ward or backward by holding the control tothe front or back Raise or lower the seat by holding the control up or down Rear Control C Raise the rear of the seat by holding the switch up Hold the switch...

Страница 12: ...you want it To make sure the seat is locked into place release the lever and try to move the seat with your body Reclining Front and Captain s Chair Seatbacks All front seats recline To adjust the sea...

Страница 13: ...cause it won t be against yourbody Instead it w i l lbe in front of you In a crash you could go into it receiving neckor other injuries The lap belt can t do its job either In a crash the belt could g...

Страница 14: ...a crash Rear Seats Seat Controls The rear seats in your vehicle have levers and straps used to adjust remove and replace the seats By using the levers and straps in the correct order you can easily re...

Страница 15: ...lease the second row outsidesafety belt just pull the sleeve away from the Velcro patch and use the safety belt as usual The sleeve should slide freelywhen not in use nere is also a clip on the safety...

Страница 16: ...ull the nylon strap on the back of the seat while raising the seatback until it locks upright Push and pull on the seatback to check that it is locked Removing the Second Row Solid Bench Seat With the...

Страница 17: ...rap at the base of the seat to release the rear latches from the floor pins 4 Unhook the front latches by rolling up the gray handle under the seat until the handle locks 3 Do not let go of the straps...

Страница 18: ...id Bench Seat 2 With the seat still folded forward roll down the gray handle underneath the seat to lock the front latches Don t put the bench seat in so it faces backward because it won t latch thatw...

Страница 19: ...hed correctly the rear legs willnot attach to the rear set of floor pins 4 Firmly push the rear hooks into the rear floorpins by pushing down on the rear of the seat 5 Try to raise the bench seat to c...

Страница 20: ...upright 7 Push and pull on the seatback to check that it is locked into place A CAUTION If the seatback isn t locked it could move forward in a sudden stop or crash That could cause injury to the pers...

Страница 21: ...n the seatback pull the nylon strap on the back of the seat To raise the seatback pull the nylon strap while raising the seatback until it locks upright Adjusting the Third Row Solid Bench Seat I Push...

Страница 22: ...at to be sure itis locked into place Removing the ThirdRow Solid Bench Seat 1 Pull the nylon strap on the back of the seat to fold the seatback forward 2 Slide the seat all the way back by either lift...

Страница 23: ...front latches by rolling up the gray handle under the seat until the handle locks 6 Remove the seat by rocking it slightly towards the rear of the vehicle and then pulling it out This should be done i...

Страница 24: ...in the third TOW G H I and J sets of floor cups See Seat Controls in the beginning of this section for more details Theseat must be placed in the proper location for the legs to attach correctly Make...

Страница 25: ...rear set of floor pins 4 If the front latches are not attaching correctly check that the seat is in the full rear position 5 Firmly push the rear hooks into the rear floor pins by pushing down on the...

Страница 26: ...s rearward on the seatback to be sure it is locked Split Bench Seats If you have the split bench seat 50 50or 40 60 the seatbacks can be folded down individually and the sections can be removed indivi...

Страница 27: ...t Push and pull on the seatback to check that it is locked upright Adjusting theSplit Bench Seats There aretwo adjustment levers on each section of the split bench seats to adjust the seat forward orr...

Страница 28: ...ect section of the seat The head restraints should be fully down For the second row bench With the seatback in the upright position unhook the side attachment for the safety belt This mini buckle is l...

Страница 29: ...at the base of the seat to release the rear latchesfrom the floor pins 5 To unlatch the front latches squeeze the angled latch release bar towards the straight crossbar 4 Do not let go of the straps...

Страница 30: ...located on the back of each seat showing where the seat must go Follow that diagram The left 40 section of the 40 60 split bench uses the A and B sets of floor cups 0 The right 60 section of the 40 60...

Страница 31: ...d gray bar towards the solid gray crossbar whileplacing the front hooksof the bench seat onto the front twofloor pins 2 To do this the bench seat will need to be angled so that the front hooks clear t...

Страница 32: ...the rear set of floor pins 4 If the front latches are not attaching correctly check 5 Firmly push the rear hooks onto the rear floor pins 6 Try to raise the seat to check that it islocked down that th...

Страница 33: ...there Always press rearward on the seatback to be sure it is locked 7 Lift the seatback recliner lever or pull the nylon strap on the back of the seat and raise the seatback until it locks upright 9...

Страница 34: ...he knob on the inboard side of the seat It is easier to raise or lower the seatback if you lean forward and take the weight off the seatback The armrests can be lowered or raised for enteringor exitin...

Страница 35: ...ront floorpins and removed from the vehicle Replacing the Captain s Chairs The left chair goes in the A and Csets of floor pins The right chair goes in the D and F sets of floor pins 1 Hook the front...

Страница 36: ...thatisn t locked into place properly can move around ina collision or sudden stop People in the vehicle could beinjured Be sure to lock the seat into place properly when installing it Don t letanyone...

Страница 37: ...See Safety Belt Reminder Light in the Index I In most states and Canadian provinces the law saysto wear safety belts Here s why They work You never know if you ll be in a crash If you do have a crash...

Страница 38: ...Take the simplest vehicle Suppose it s just a seat on wheels Put someone onit 1 30...

Страница 39: ...Get itup 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 1 31...

Страница 40: ...nel 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 make...

Страница 41: ...work with safety belts not instead of them Every air bag system ever offered for salehas required the use of safety belts Even if you re in a vehicle that has air bags you still have to buckle up to...

Страница 42: ...ch 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 Here s...

Страница 43: ...u 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 Andyou d be less likel...

Страница 44: ...red position You can move the ad juster up just by pushing up on the shoulder belt guide After you move the adjuster to where you want it try to move it down without pushing the button down to make su...

Страница 45: ...y hurt if your shoulder belt is too loose In a crash you wouldmove forward too much which could increase injury The shoulder belt should fit against your body A The shoulder belt is too loose It won t...

Страница 46: ...e seriouslyinjured 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 cause seriou...

Страница 47: ...y injured if your belt goes over an armrestlike this The belt would be much too high In a crash you can slide under thebelt The belt force would then be applied at the abdomen not at the pelvic bones...

Страница 48: ...uslyinjured if you wear the shoulder belt under your arm Ina crash your body would move toofar forward which would increase the chance of head and neck injury Also the belt would apply too much force...

Страница 49: ...ed across the body You can be seriously injured by a twisted belt In a crash you wouldn t have the full width of the belt to spread impact forces If a belt is twisted make it straight so it can work p...

Страница 50: ...you can damage both the belt and your vehicle Safety Belt UseDuring Pregnancy Safety belts work for everyone including pregnant women Like all occupants they are more likely to be seriously injured if...

Страница 51: ...le has two air bags one air bagfor the driver and another airbag for the right front passenger Here are themost important things to know about the air bag system I You can be severelyinjured or killed...

Страница 52: ...taining control of the vehicle A CAUTION An inflatingair bag can seriously injure small children Always secure children properly in your vehicle To read how see the part of this manual called Children...

Страница 53: ...ow the Air Bag System Works Where are the air bags The driver s air bag is in the middleof the steering wheel The right front passenger s air bag is inthe instrument panel on the passenger s side 1 45...

Страница 54: ...hat it can be somewhat aboveor below this range If your vehicle strikes something that will move or deform such as a parked car the threshold level will be higher The air bag is not designed to inflat...

Страница 55: ...e parts of the bag that come into contactwith you may be warm but not too hot to touch Therewill be some smokeand dust coming from vents in the deflated air bags Air bag inflation doesn t prevent the...

Страница 56: ...g covers Servicing Your Air Bag Equipped Oldsmobile Air bags affect how your Oldsmobile should be serviced There are parts of the air bag system in several places around your vehicle You don t want th...

Страница 57: ...sitions leup Accident statistics show that unbelted people in the rear seat arehurt more often in crashes than those who are wearing safety belts Rear passengers who aren t safety belted can be thrown...

Страница 58: ...lowly 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 pulled out all the way it will lock If it does let it go bac...

Страница 59: ...cause serious or even fatal injuries The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and acrossthe chest Theseparts of the body are best able to take belt restraining forces The safety belt locks if th...

Страница 60: ...vehicle has a bench seat in the second row there is one guide for the left hand outside passenger position If your vehicle has third row seats there is one guide for each outside passenger position T...

Страница 61: ...2 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 andit lies flat The guide must be on top of the belt 1 53...

Страница 62: ...er Positions earlier in this section Make surethat the shoulder belt crosses the shoulder To remove and store the comfort guides squeeze the belt edges together so that you can take them out from the...

Страница 63: ...Center Passenger Position Lap Belt I 1 55...

Страница 64: ...in the United States and in every Canadian province says children up to some age must be restrained while in a vehicle Smaller Children and Babies Smaller children and babies should always be restrain...

Страница 65: ...crash Duringa crash a baby will becomeso CAUTION Continued heavy you can t hold it For example in a crash at only 25mph 40 km h a 12 1b 5 5 kg baby will suddenlybecome a 240 1b 110kg force on your ar...

Страница 66: ...upright alone The child should also be at least one year old It is important to use a rear facing infant restraint until the child is about a year old A rear facing restraint gives the infant s head...

Страница 67: ...ion and use the vehicle s adult safety belts BEFORE YOU USETHIS CHILDRESTRAINT BE SURETHE TOP OF THE CHILD S SHOULDERSIS BELOW THE SLOTS THAT THE HARNESS GOES THROUGH A CHILD WHOSE SHOULDERSARE ABOVET...

Страница 68: ...tatetheheadrestraintrearward until ittouchesthe 3 Lowerthechildrestraintcushion top of the seatback Make sure there is no gap between the lower edge of the head restraint and the top of the seatback 1...

Страница 69: ...ize for thebuilt in child restraint secure the child using the child restraint s harness But children who are too large for the built in child restraint should sit on the vehicle s regular seatand use...

Страница 70: ...tback as shown 5 Place thechild on the child restraint cushion 6 Select only one side of the harness Place the harness over the child s shoulder 7 Push the latch plate B into the buckle until it click...

Страница 71: ...atch plate into the buckle until it clicks 10 Pull up on both latch plates to make sure they are secure 11 Now fasten the left and right halves of the shoulder harness clip together The purpose of thi...

Страница 72: ...upper body in a sudden stop or crash The child could be seriously injured Make sure the harness clip is properly fastened 12 Pull the shoulder harness adjustment strap C firmly until the harness is sn...

Страница 73: ...part shouldbe centered on the child s shoulder The harness should be away from the child s face and neck but not falling from the child s shoulders Removing the Child from the Built In Child Restrain...

Страница 74: ...ide of the harness off the child s shoulder Remove the child from the child restraint cushion Storing theBuilt InChild Restraint Always properly store the built in child restraint before using the veh...

Страница 75: ...and leg rest up into the seatback 3 Press the child restraint cushion firmly into the seatback 4 Then press the leg rest firmly into the seatback and secure itby pressing theupper corners against the...

Страница 76: ...ety Standards Then follow the instructions for the restraint You may find these instructions on the restraint itself or in a booklet or both These restraints use the beltsystem in your vehicle but the...

Страница 77: ...far back asit will go Or secure thechild restraint in a rear seat Wherever you install it be sure to secure the child restraint properly Keep in mind that an unsecured child restraint can move around...

Страница 78: ...sk your Oldsmobile retailer to put it in for you If you want to install an anchor bracket yourself your retailer can tell you how to do it Once you have the top strap anchored you ll be ready to secur...

Страница 79: ...uctions will show you how If the shoulder belt goes in front of the child s face or neck put it behind the child restraint 5 Pull the restof the shoulder belt all the way out of the retractor to set t...

Страница 80: ...en the belt feed the shoulder belt back into the retractor while you push down on the child restraint 7 Push and pull the child restraint in different To remove the child restraint just unbuckle the v...

Страница 81: ...childin the child restraint as the instructions say 4 Run the vehicle s safety belt through or around the restraint The child restraint instructions will show you how Buckle the belt Make sure the rel...

Страница 82: ...t Seat Position Your vehicle has a front passenger air bag Never put a rear facing child restraint in this seat Here s why A child in a rear facing child restraint can be seriouslyinjured if the front...

Страница 83: ...w the instructions for the child restraint 3 Secure the child in the child restraint as the instructions say 4 Pick up the latch plate and run the lap and shoulder portions of the vehicle s safety bel...

Страница 84: ...he retractor while you push down on the child restraint 8 Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure To re nove the child restraint just unbuckle the vehicle s s...

Страница 85: ...e childcan wear a lap shoulder belt and get the additional restraint a shoulder belt can provide Accident statisticsshow that children are safer if they are restrained in the rear seat But they need t...

Страница 86: ...closeto thechild 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 body would ha...

Страница 87: ...sway in a crash thechild might slide under thebelt The belt s force would then be applied right on the child s abdomen That could cause serious or fatalinjuries Wherever the child sits the lap portion...

Страница 88: ...hey can rip apart under impact forces If a belt is torn or frayed get a new one right away If your vehicle has the built in child restraint torn or frayed harness straps can rip apart under impact for...

Страница 89: ...ecurity Locks Preventing Theftof Your Vehicle New Vehicle Break In Ignition Positions Tips on Starting Your Engine Using the Engine Coolant Heater Automatic Transaxle Operation Parking Brake Guideline...

Страница 90: ...ith the ignition key is dangerous for many reasons A child or others could be badly injured or even killed They could operate power windows or other controls or even make the vehicle move Don t leave...

Страница 91: ...you have an extrakey Unlocked doors can be dangerous Passengers especially children can easily open the doors and fall out When a dooris locked the inside handle won t open it Outsiders can easily ent...

Страница 92: ...rd the front of the vehicle To lock either front door from the inside push the locking lever forward To unlock either front door from the inside pull back on the locking lever You can lock either fron...

Страница 93: ...y to the unlock position and release This will only unlock that door or the liftgate You can unlock all the doors and the liftgate by holding the key cylinder i n the unlock position for onesecond Wit...

Страница 94: ...t Last DoorClosed Locking is being used All doors and the liftgate can be opened for five seconds from the time the last door is closed Five seconds after the last door is closed all the doors will lo...

Страница 95: ...ving thevehicle take your keys open your door and set the locks from the inside Then get out and close the door Remote Lock Control Option If your Oldsmobile hasthis option you can lock and unlock you...

Страница 96: ...re still having trouble see your Oldsmobile retailer or a qualified technician for service Changes or modifications to this system by other than an authorized service facility could void authorization...

Страница 97: ...eceived If you would like to change the way the park lamps operate with Remote Unlock confirmation see Locks and Lighting Choices in the Index Remote Alarm When you press the horn button on the key ch...

Страница 98: ...ew transmitter the lost transmitter will not unlock your vehicle Each vehicle can have only four transmitters matched to it See your retailer to matchtransmitters to another vehicle Battery Replacemen...

Страница 99: ...separate the halves 2 Gently pry the battery out of the transmitter Do not use the metal flanges to bpopout the battery 3 Reassemble the transmitter Make sure the halves are snappedtogether tightly s...

Страница 100: ...K buttons together and hold for at least seven seconds or until the horn sounds if equipped with Content Theft Deterrent Check the transmitter operation Switchbanks There aretwo sets of switchbanks lo...

Страница 101: ...witchbank The rubbermat can be removed for cleaning Snapthe mat into place after cleaning Sliding Door To open the sliding door from outside the vehicle pull the handle out andthen pull the door towar...

Страница 102: ...he sliding door fromthe outside turn the key toward the frontof the vehicle Lock the sliding door from insidethe vehicle by moving the manual locking lever down Unlock it by moving the lever up If you...

Страница 103: ...unattended in your vehicle 1 1 1 To operate the power sliding I c C door the powel sliding door override switch must be disabled Thisswitch is located in the overhead console switchbank Pushing the b...

Страница 104: ...s in the ignition in the RUN position the power sliding door will only open if the transaxle is in PARK P The transaxle does not have to be in PARK P to close the door If the override feature is not e...

Страница 105: ...ght in the path of the sliding door Make sure the door path is clear before closing the door 1 Objects caughtin the path of the power sliding door may be damaged Make surethe door path is clear before...

Страница 106: ...ntrolof the power door system To manually close the power sliding door when the override feature is disabled pull the inside or outside latch release orthe edge of the door Move thedoor about 4 inches...

Страница 107: ...override feature 7 Push either of the power door buttons to open the power sliding door 8 Wait five seconds and close the door by pushing either power door button 9 Wait five seconds and repeat Steps...

Страница 108: ...ing the override switch on the overhead console The power sliding door cannot be opened from the inside when this feature is in use If youwant to open the sliding door when the security lock is on unl...

Страница 109: ...e sliding door and open the door from the outside 2 Move the security lock lever all the way down The sliding door lock will now work normally To unlock the liftgate from the outside turn the key in t...

Страница 110: ...ous to drivewith the liftgate open because carbon monoxide CO gas can come into your vehicle You can t see or smell CO It can cause unconsciousnessand even death If you must drive with the liftgate op...

Страница 111: ...supply preventing the vehicle from being driven When the alarm is armed the liftgate may be opened with the key chain transmitter or with a key Arming with the Power Lock Switch Your alarm system will...

Страница 112: ...your park lamps will flash briefly to let you know when your alarm system has armed Disarming with the Key Chain Transmitter Your alarm system will disarm when you use your key chain transmitter to u...

Страница 113: ...ssional thieves so don t doit When you park your Oldsmobileand open the driver s door you ll hear a chime remindingyou to remove your key from the ignition and take it with you Always do this Your ste...

Страница 114: ...in Hard stops with new linings can mean premature wear and earlierreplacement Follow this breaking in guidelineevery time you get new brake linings Don t tow a trailer during break in See Towing a Tra...

Страница 115: ...running But even when the engine is not running you can use the RUN position to operate your electrical power accessories and to display some instrument panel warning lights START E This position star...

Страница 116: ...ut pushing the accelerator pedal turn your ignition key to START When the engine starts let go of the key The idle speed will go down as your engine gets warm NOTICE Holding your key in START for long...

Страница 117: ...to work with the electronics in your vehicle If you add electrical parts oraccessories you couldchange the way the engine operates Before adding electrical equipment check with your retailer If you do...

Страница 118: ...ltAC outlet If the cordwon t reach use a heavy duty three prong extensioncord rated for at least 15 amps 4 After you ve used the coolant heater be sure to store the cord asit was before to keep it awa...

Страница 119: ...rating properly If you cannot shi ftout of PARK P ease pressure on the shift lever push the shift lever all the way into PARK P as you maintain brake application Then move the shift lever into the gea...

Страница 120: ...esn t connect with the wheels To restart when you re already moving use NEUTRAL N only Also use NEUTRAL N when your vehicleis being towed NOTICE Damage to your transaxlecaused by shifting out of PARK...

Страница 121: ...3 instead of AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE D 0 When driving on hilly winding roads 0 When towing a trailer so there is less shifting between gears 0 When going down a steep hill SECOND 2 This position gives you...

Страница 122: ...lower fuel economy than SECOND 2 You can use it on very steep hills or in deep snow or mud If the selector lever is put in FIRST I the transaxle won t downshift into first gear until the vehicle is g...

Страница 123: ...ft foot To release the tension on the parking brake cable you will need to apply about the same amountof pressure to the parking brake pedal as you did when you set the parking brake When you remove y...

Страница 124: ...cle can move suddenly You or others could be injured To be sure your vehicle won t move even whenyou re on fairly level ground use the steps thatfollow If you re pulling a trailer see Towing a Trailer...

Страница 125: ...rake firmly set And if you leave the vehicle withthe engine running it could overheat and even catch fire You or others could be injured Don t leaveyour vehicle with the engine running unless you have...

Страница 126: ...pull the shift lever outof PARK P Shifting Outof PARK P Your Oldsmobile has Brake Transaxle Shift Interlock BTSI You have to fully apply your regular brakes before you can shift from PARK P when the...

Страница 127: ...iousnessand death You might have exhaust coming in if Your exhaust system sounds strange 0 Your vehicle gets rusty underneath 0 Your vehicle wasdamaged in a collision 0 Your vehicle was damaged when d...

Страница 128: ...a garage with the engine running Another closed in place can be a blizzard See Blizzard in theIndex It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shiftlever isnot fully in PARK P with the par...

Страница 129: ...ith your vehicle The followingchart shows the features that can be programmed and which options you need to have to program them Number of Chimes Sounded Feature Delayed Automatic Last Door Illumina D...

Страница 130: ...be disarmed 2 Remove the BCM PRGRM fuse from the instrument panel fuse block 3 Turn the ignition switch to ACCESSORY 4 You will hear two to four chimes depending upon the features that you have You c...

Страница 131: ...e 3 Exit LightingOnly The interior lamps will come on whenever you remove thekey from the ignition and stay on for about25 seconds or until you lock the doors Mode 4 Both On This combines modes 2 and...

Страница 132: ...atically Last Door Closed Locking and Lockout Deterrent Your vehicle comes with this feature set in Mode 4 This means that If you leave your key in the ignition and leave the driver s door open you wo...

Страница 133: ...s that When you press UNLOCK on your Remote Lock Control transmitter the driver s doorwill unlock When you press UNLOCK on your Remote Lock Control transmitter again all doors and the liftgate will un...

Страница 134: ...hear the number of chimes that matches the mode you want Mode 1 Off Remote lock and unlock confirmation are disabled Mode 2 Remote Lock Confirmation with Exterior Lamps Flashing Only Remote Lock Confi...

Страница 135: ...r your vehicle To change the factory setting while in the programming mode do the following 1 Turn the park lamps on then off 2 Count the number of chimes you hear The number of chimes tells you which...

Страница 136: ...idental programming of this feature to Mode 2 Do not program this feature to Mode 2 without first reading the special note contained in the description for that mode The door key cylinder must remain...

Страница 137: ...eftDeterrent system must be disarmed forthe engine to run while in Mode 2 your key can no longer disarmthe system Mode 3 Standard Arming and Disarming 0 Your Content Theft Deterrent system will arm wh...

Страница 138: ...ls the driver s window The right switch controls the passenger s window The driver s power window switch has two down positions Push the switch to the firstposition to lower the window normally To act...

Страница 139: ...of the latch to secure the window in the closed position Power Rear Quarter Windows This button located in the Overhead Console switchbank is used for opening and closing the rear quarter windows Pre...

Страница 140: ...vehicle To tilt the wheel hold the steering wheeland pull the lever Move the steering wheel toa comfortable level then release the lever to lock the wheel in place Turn SignaUMultifunctionLever The le...

Страница 141: ...rned out replaceit to help avoid an accident If the arrows don tgo on at all when you signal a turn check forburned out bulbs and check the fuse see Fusesand Circuit Breakers in the Index If you have...

Страница 142: ...clear ice and snow from the wiper blades before using them If they re frozen to the windshield carefully loosen or thaw them If your blades do become damaged get new blades or blade inserts Heavy snow...

Страница 143: ...symbol onit Push in the bottomof the button to continue the intermittent wiper cycle after the washingcycle is completed Cruise Control Option With cruise control you can maintain a speed of about 25...

Страница 144: ...uise control back on Setting Cruise Control If you leave your cruise control switch on when you re not using cruise you might hit a button and go into cruise when you don t want to You could be startl...

Страница 145: ...e brake You could be startled and even lose control So unless you want to go faster don t hold the switch at R A Increasing SpeedWhile Using Cruise Control There are two ways to go to ahigher speed 0...

Страница 146: ...How well your cruise controlwill work on hills depends upon your speed load and the steepness of the hills When going up steep hills you may have to stepon the accelerator pedal to maintain your speed...

Страница 147: ...he dial to this setting turns off all the lights Lamps On Reminder If the driver s door is opened and you turn the ignition to the OFF or LOCK position while leaving the lamps on you will hear awarnin...

Страница 148: ...turn on Of course you may still turn on the headlamps any time you need to To idle your vehicle with the DRL or exterior lamps off set the parking brake while the ignition is in the OFF or LOCK positi...

Страница 149: ...10 minutes The lamps won t come back on again until you 0 turn the ignition to the RUN or ACCESSORY position turn the interior lamps dial all the way to the right then slightly back to the left or op...

Страница 150: ...s will come on for 40 seconds if you unlock your door using your key or the Remote Lock Control key chain transmitter if equipped and the ignition is in the LOCK or OFF position After 40 seconds have...

Страница 151: ...layed Illumination feature off or on see Locks and Lighting Choices in the Index With exit lighting the interior lamps will come on for about 25 seconds whenever you remove the key from the ignition s...

Страница 152: ...of its own It will go on each time you open the doors unless you enable the interior lights override This lamp is located in the rear of your vehicle above the liftgate opening and has no switch of i...

Страница 153: ...If your vehicle does not have dual sliding doors there is also areading lamp in the second row on the left side To turn on or off either reading lamp press the lamp lens There are two reading lamps i...

Страница 154: ...side rearview mirror or to the right to select the passenger s side rearview mirror Then use the control to adjust each mirror so that you can just see the side of your vehicle when you are sitting i...

Страница 155: ...irror is convex A convex mirror s surface iscurved so you can see more fromthe driver s seat 1 A convex mirrorcan make things like other vehicles look farther away than they really are If you cut too...

Страница 156: ...t fully open To close the glove box the door must be pushed up past the detent In the door of the glove box you will find a tissue pack holder and clip fora pen or pencil Compact Overhead Console I Th...

Страница 157: ...ing pages Reading Lamps To turn on or off either readinglamp press the lamp lens Garage Door Opener Compartment You can store your garage door opener in the rear compartment of your overhead console a...

Страница 158: ...d press the opener firmly into place Once the opener is installed use the black pegsinside the compartmentdoor to make sure the lined areaon the compartmentdoor will contact the control button on your...

Страница 159: ...tment in the overhead console press the release button Then pull the compartment downto the full open position The DIC will show information about the vehicle and the surroundings 0 English Metric But...

Страница 160: ...perature and the word ICE for two minutes Compass Variance Compass variance is the difference between magnetic north and geographic north In some areas of the country the difference is great enough to...

Страница 161: ...rror of the vehicle s speed sensor or fuel sender 0 In the absence of vehicle communications a double will cause E to be displayed dash is displayed Trip Computer There are five trip computer displays...

Страница 162: ...ument panel console there is a storage bin To open the bin lift the latch release and the door will fold down Inside the bin you will find a tray that slides out Slide the tray all the way toward the...

Страница 163: ...e mat are seated in the slots at the back of the storage bin The dividers in the tray can be removed by squeezing the plastic tabs on the bottom of the dividers while pulling up Replace the dividers b...

Страница 164: ...use we recommend that you unhook the net to extend its life and retain its elasticity Rear Storage Compartments and Cupholders Your Silhouette has a storage compartment and cupholder on either side of...

Страница 165: ...ft hand corner Attach the lower hooks to the metal rings on the floor The sideof the convenience net closest to the front of the vehicle is higher than the side closest to the liftgate Once you veload...

Страница 166: ...end its life and retain its elasticity and to keep the rear exit clear Store the net in the pouch behind either front seat Side Convenience Nets The side conveniencenets are designed to hold smaller i...

Страница 167: ...rs to have a collision and of course damage your vehicle You may be able to carry something like this inside But nevercarry something longeror wider than the luggage carrier on top of your vehicle If...

Страница 168: ...that weighs more than 150 lbs 68 kg on the luggage carrier may damage your vehicle When you carry cargo on the luggage carrier of a proper size and weight put iton the slats as far forward as you can...

Страница 169: ...ps on the luggage carrier crossrailshelp to ensure a quieterride If you wish to attach the luggage tiedowns or other compatible bicycle or ski accessory racks to the crossrail use the adjustable tappe...

Страница 170: ...er push it in all the way and let go When it s ready it will pop back by itself NOTICE Don t hold a cigarette lighter in with your hand while it is heating If you do itwon t beable to back away from t...

Страница 171: ...o remove them from the centermount and swing them to the side Visor Vanity Mirrors Flip up the coverto expose the vanity mirror Illuminated Visor Vanity Mirrors if Equipped Flip up the cover to expose...

Страница 172: ...r outlet is located next to the ashtray and lighter Pull the cover down to use the power outlet The power outlets can be used to plug in electrical equipment such as a cellular telephone CB radio etc...

Страница 173: ...ole switchbank Thesunroof has two positions vent and full open Press the symbol onthe bottom of the rocker switch to open the sunroof to the vent position To close the sunroof from the vent position p...

Страница 174: ...s located in the rear compartment on the driver s side To remove thecover pull thetab on the cover and pull it off I The air inflator kit is stored in the glovebox It includes a 20 foot 6 m hose with...

Страница 175: ...it Breakers in the Index or see your retailer for service Your air inflator will automatically shut off after about 10minutes To reset press the ON switch again Don t run your air inflator for longer...

Страница 176: ...The Instrument Panel Your Information System 2 88...

Страница 177: ...nts listed below A Side Vents B Front Vent C Turn SignaVMultifunction Lever D Hazard Warning Flashers Switch E InstrumentCluster E Center Vents G Audio System H Side Vents I LampsSwitch J Hood Release...

Страница 178: ...Instrument Panel Cluster I P R N D APPLY BRAKETO SHIFT FROM PARK Your cluster includes indicator warning lights and gages that are explained on the following pages 2 90...

Страница 179: ...bly tried to turn it back so the numbers may not be true You may wonder what happens if your vehicle needs a new odometer installed If the new one can be set to the mileage total of the old odometer t...

Страница 180: ...se an expensive repair or replacement Paying attention to your warning lights and gages could also save you or others from injury Warning lights come on when there may be or is a problem with one of y...

Страница 181: ...roblem checkthe section that tells you what to do aboutit Please follow this manual s advice Waiting to do repairscan be costly and even dangerous So please get to know your warning lights and gages T...

Страница 182: ...operly Have your vehicle serviced right away The airbag readiness light should flash for a few seconds when you turn the key to RUN If the light doesn t come onthen have it fixed so it will be ready t...

Страница 183: ...he pedal may go closer tothe floor It may take longer to stop If the light is still on or if the anti lock brake system warning light is flashing have the vehicle towed for service See Anti Lock Brake...

Страница 184: ...h Or the pedal may go closer to the floor It may take longer to stop Have the vehicle towed for service See Towing Your Vehicle in the Index If the anti lock brake system warning light stays on longer...

Страница 185: ...in the instrument panel switchbank the warning light will come on and stay on To turn the system back on press the button again The warninglight should go off See Traction Control System in the Index...

Страница 186: ...than four seconds Otherwise the light will go out as soon as the anti lock system stops adjusting brake pressure or the traction control system stops limiting wheel spin The LOW TRACTION light also co...

Страница 187: ...you should pull off the road stop your vehicleand turn off the engine assoon as possible In Problems on the Road this manual shows what to do See Engine Overheating in the Index Low Coolant Light If t...

Страница 188: ...ly diagnosing any malfunction NOTICE If you keepdriving your vehicle with this light on after a while your emission controls may not work as well your fuel economy may not be as good and your engine m...

Страница 189: ...ct the emission system malfunction by considering the following Did you recently put fuel into your vehicle If so reinstall the fuel cap making sure to fully install the cap The diagnosticsystem can d...

Страница 190: ...ons change the fuel brand you use It will require at least one full tankof the proper fuel to turn the light off If none of the above steps have made the light turn off have your retailer or qualified...

Страница 191: ...others could be burned Check your oil as soon as possible and have your vehicle serviced I NOTICE Damage to your engine from neglected oil problems can be costlyand is not covered by your warranty Low...

Страница 192: ...sing and the power sliding door override feature is disabled a buzzer will sound This is a warning that the power sliding dooris not completely closed If you shift the transaxle out of PARK P and acce...

Страница 193: ...less fuel to fill up than the gage indicated For example the gage may have indicated the tank was half full but it actually took a little more or less than half the tank s capacity to fill the tank Th...

Страница 194: ...k NOTES 2 106...

Страница 195: ...fort Controls Air Conditioning Heating Ventilation System and Tips Rear Climate Control Tips for Defogging and Defrosting Rear Window Defogger Setting the Clock Radios Rear Seat Audio 3 17 3 24 3 26 3...

Страница 196: ...nspeed The fan must be turned on for the air conditioning compressor to operate Temperature Knob The center knob controls the temperature of the air coming through the system Turn it counterclockwise...

Страница 197: ...ows will help clear the vents of moisture Press the RECIRC button the light on the OUTSIDEAIR button off to limit outside airentering the vehicle Air Conditioning will go On very hot days your vehicle...

Страница 198: ...lower your heating system will provide heat more quickly because the engine coolant isalready warmed See Engine Coolant Heater in the Index Your vehicle s flow through ventilation system supplies outs...

Страница 199: ...icle Rear Climate Control If Equipped If you have the optional rear climate control the rear seat passengers can control the temperature and the amount of air directed to the rear of the vehicle The a...

Страница 200: ...or the amount of air to be directed to the rear of the vehicle The temperature of the air will be the same as the air in the front of the vehicle The rearfan control in the instrument panel switchbank...

Страница 201: ...Knob earlier in the section The mode you choose will regulate both the front and rear climate control systems Rear Air Vents To maximize airflow through the rear heater outlet place the left bucket s...

Страница 202: ...n the top of the instrument panel For additional side window defogging turn the mode knob to the BI LEVEL setting and adjust the fan tothe highest speed Aim the side vents on the instrument panel towa...

Страница 203: ...out of it if you acquaint yourself with it first Find out what your Delco system can do and how to operateall its controls to be sure you re getting themost out of the advanced engineeringthat went in...

Страница 204: ...p scanning PUSHBUTTONS The four numbered pushbuttons let you return to your favorite stations You can set up to 14stations seven AM and seven FM Just 1 Press AM FM to select the band 2 Tune in the des...

Страница 205: ...E Turn the control behind the lower knob to move the sound to the front or rear speakers Themiddle position balances the sound between the speakers AM FM Stereo with CassetteTape Player and AutomaticT...

Страница 206: ...not using it SEEK Press the right or left arrow to go to the next higher or lower station and stay there The sound will mute while seeking SCAN Press one of the SEEK arrows for two seconds and SCAN w...

Страница 207: ...se to decrease treble When you use this control the radio s AUTO TONE setting will switch to manual If a station is weak or noisy you may want to decrease the treble Push these knobs back into their s...

Страница 208: ...SEEK to work The tape direction arrow blinks during PREV or SEEK operation The sound will mute during PREV orSEEK operation PROG 2 Press this button to play the other side of the tape NEXT 3 Press th...

Страница 209: ...s and player See Careof Your Cassette Tape Player in the Index After you clean the player press and hold EJECT forfive seconds to reset the CLN indicator The radiowill display to show the indicator wa...

Страница 210: ...ing The SEEK button is inactive if the AM FM mode on the front radio is in use While listening to a cassette tape press the up arrow to hear the next selection on the tape Press the down arrow to go b...

Страница 211: ...s still sitting in the remote CD player will be pulled back into the player after approximately 30 seconds Thisprotects the disc and player from damage The discwill not start playing To remove the dis...

Страница 212: ...to go to the next higher track on the disc RANDOM Press P SCAN to enter the random play mode RANDOM will appear on the display While in this mode the tracks on the discs will be played in random order...

Страница 213: ...the desired level Move the control ring behind the upper knob clockwise toadjust the SCV Then as you drive SCV automatically increases the volume as necessary to overcome noise at any particular spee...

Страница 214: ...stored for that frequency will be recalled Always check the display first to make sureyou have the correct band P SCAN Press this buttonto listen to each of your favorite stations stored on your push...

Страница 215: ...le position balances the sound between the speakers Push these knobs back into their stored positions when you re not using them Playing a Compact Disc Insert a disc partway into the slot label side u...

Страница 216: ...to see how long it has been playing elapsed time The track number also appears when you change the volume or when a new track starts to play AM FM Press this button to play the radio when a disc is in...

Страница 217: ...o functions evenwhen the primary radio power is off VOL Press this knob lightly so it extends Turn the knob clockwise to increase volume and counterclockwise to decrease volume Push the knob back into...

Страница 218: ...discourage theft of your radio It works by using a secret code to disable all radio functions whenever battery power is removed The THEFTLOCK feature for the radio may be used or ignored If ignored t...

Страница 219: ...trolwill begin flashing when the ignition is turned off Unlocking the Theft Deterrent Feature After a Power Loss Enter your secret codeas follows pause no more than 15seconds between steps 1 2 3 4 5 L...

Страница 220: ...tches the secret code you have written down The display will show indicating that the radio is no longer secured If the code entered is incorrect SEC will appear on the display The radio will remain s...

Страница 221: ...g Radio Reception FM Stereo FM stereo will give you the best sound But FM signals will reach only about 10 to 40 miles 16 to 65 km Tall buildings or hills can interferewith FM signals causing the soun...

Страница 222: ...Cassette Tape Player A tape player that is not cleaned regularly can cause reduced sound quality ruined cassettes or a damaged mechanism Cassette tapes should be stored in their cases away from conta...

Страница 223: ...on wet type cleaner which uses a cassettewith a fabric belt to clean the tape head Thistype of cleaning cassettewill not eject It may not clean as thoroughly as the scrubbing type cleaner The cassette...

Страница 224: ...al surface when handling discs Pick up discs by grasping the outer edges or the edge of the hole and the outer edge Integrated Windshield Antenna The antenna in your vehicle is a very thin metal layer...

Страница 225: ...NOTES 3 31...

Страница 226: ...f i NOTES 3 32...

Страница 227: ...ur Braking SystemInformation Anti Lock Brake Information Traction Control System Braking in Emergencies Steering Tips Off Road Recovery Passing OtherVehicles Loosing Controlof Your Vehicle 4 16 4 17 4...

Страница 228: ...r drivers are going to be careless and make mistakes Anticipate what they might do Be ready for their mistakes Rear end collisions are about the most preventable of accidents Yet they are common Allow...

Страница 229: ...k alcohol There aregood medical psychologicaland developmental reasons for these laws The obviousway to solve this highway safety problem is for people never to drink alcohol and then drive But what i...

Страница 230: ...her countries it s even lower The BAC limit for all commercial drivers in the United States is 0 04 percent The BAC will be over 0 10 percent after three to six drinks in one hour Of course as we ve s...

Страница 231: ...hol in a person s system can make crash injuries worse especially injuriesto the brain spinal cord or heart Thismeans that when anyone who hasbeen drinking driver or passenger is in a crash that perso...

Страница 232: ...nds or more with another Age physical condition alertness coordination and eyesight all play a part So do alcohol drugs and frustration But even in 3 4 of a second a vehicle moving at60 mph 100kmh tra...

Страница 233: ...ower brake assist But you will use it when you brake Once thepower assist is used up it may take longer to stop and the brake pedal will be harder to push Anti Lock Brakes ABS Your vehicle has anti lo...

Страница 234: ...You slam onthe brakes Here s what happens with ABS 4 8...

Страница 235: ...anti lock system is adjusting brake pressure to help avoid abraking skid See Low Traction Light in the Index Traction Control System If Equipped Your vehicle may have a traction control system that li...

Страница 236: ...d mud ice orsnow See Rocking Your Vehicle in the Index 7 C C C L To turn the system off press the TCS symbol on the bottom of the button in the center consoleswitchbank The indictor light on the tract...

Страница 237: ...angle at which the curve is banked and your speed While you re in a curve speed is the one factor you can control Suppose you re steering through a sharp curve Then you suddenly accelerate Both contr...

Страница 238: ...your brakes See Braking in Emergencies earlier in this section It is better to remove as much speed as you can from apossible collision Then steeraround the problem to the left or right depending on...

Страница 239: ...simple maneuver Not necessarily Passing anothervehicle on a two lane highway is a potentially dangerous move since the passing vehicle occupiesthe same laneas oncoming traffic for several seconds A m...

Страница 240: ...are lined up to pass a slow vehicle wait your turn But take care that someone isn t trying to pass you as you pull out to pass the slow vehicle Remember to glance over your shoulderand check the blind...

Страница 241: ...skid are best handled by easing your foot off the accelerator pedal If your vehicle starts to slide ease your foot off the accelerator pedal and quickly steer the way you want the vehicle to go If yo...

Страница 242: ...Your headlamps can light up only so much road ahead In remote areas watch for animals If you re tired pull off the road in a safeplace and rest Night Vision No one can seeas well at night as in the da...

Страница 243: ...tedly Remember that your headlamps light up far lessof 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 headlamps sho...

Страница 244: ...how signs of streaking or missing areas on the windshield or when strips of rubber start to separate from theinserts Driving too fastthrough large water puddles or even going through some carwashes ca...

Страница 245: ...rd and fast rule about hydroplaning The best advice is to slow down when it is raining Driving Through Deep Standing Water I NOTICE If you drive too quickly through deep puddles or standing water wate...

Страница 246: ...ity map and plan your trip intoan unknown part of the city just as you would for a cross country trip Try to use the freeways that rim and crisscross most large cities You ll save timeand energy See t...

Страница 247: ...o the gap at close to the prevailing speed Switchon your turn signal check your mirrors and glance over your shoulder as often as necessary Try to blend smoothly with the traffic flow Once you are ont...

Страница 248: ...erFluid Is the reservoir full Are all windows clean inside and outside WiperBlades Are they in good shape Fuel Engine Oil Other Fluids Have you checked all levels 0 Lamps Are they all working Are the...

Страница 249: ...yes moving Scan the road ahead and to the sides Check your mirrors and your instruments frequently If you get sleepy pull off the road intoa rest service or parking area and take a nap get some exerci...

Страница 250: ...r 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 would then have poor braking or even none going dow...

Страница 251: ...lective warning triangles And if you will be driving under severe conditions include a small bag of sand a piece of old carpet or a coupleof burlap bags to help provide traction Be sureyou properly se...

Страница 252: ...lowing distance on any slippery road Watch for slippery spots The road might be fine until you hit a spot that s covered with ice Onan otherwise clear road ice patches may appear in shaded areas where...

Страница 253: ...ags rags floor mats anything you can wrap around yourself or tuck under your clothingto keep warm If you are stoppedby heavy snow you could be in a serious situation You should probably stay with your...

Страница 254: ...long as you must This saves fuel When you run the engine makeit go alittle faster thanjust idle That is push the accelerator slightly This uses less fuel for the heat that you get and it keeps the ba...

Страница 255: ...s needed to obtainthe gross weight capacity of your vehicle This is called the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating GVWR The GVWR includesthe weight of the vehicle all occupants fueland cargo Never exceed the...

Страница 256: ...l because of overloading I If you put things inside your vehicle like suitcases tools packages or anything else they will go as fast as the vehicle goes If you have to stop orturn quickly or if there...

Страница 257: ...t the vehicle trailering capacity is foryour vehicle you should read the information in Weight of the Trailer that appears later in this section But trailering is different than just driving your vehi...

Страница 258: ...other parts of your vehicle wear in at the heavier loads Three important considerations have to do with weight the weight of the trailer the weight of the trailer tongue and the weight on your vehicle...

Страница 259: ...the people whowill be riding in the vehicle And if you will tow a trailer you must add the tongue load to the GVW becauseyour vehicle will be carrying that weight too See Loading Your Vehicle in the...

Страница 260: ...ounted weight distributing hitch and sway control of the proper size Thisequipment is very important for proper vehicle loading and good handling when you re driving Will you have to make any holes in...

Страница 261: ...trailer 0 Have your exhaust system inspected for leaks and make necessary repairs before starting on your trip CAUTION Continued 0 Keep the rear most windows closed 0 If exhaust does come into yourveh...

Страница 262: ...dden turns Passing You ll need more passing distance up ahead when you re towing a trailer And because you re a good deal longer you ll need to go much farther beyond the passed vehicle before you can...

Страница 263: ...and no longer work well On a long uphill grade shift down and reduce your speed to around 45 mph 70 km h to reduce the possibility of engine and transaxle overheating If you are towing a trailer that...

Страница 264: ...ailer Towing Your vehicle will need service more often when you re pulling a trailer See the Maintenance Schedule for more on this Things that are especially important in trailer operation are automat...

Страница 265: ...Towing Towing Your VehicleFrom the Front Towing Your Vehicle From the Rear Overheated EngineProtection Operating Mode If Your Engine is Overheating If Steam is Coming From Your Engine 5 15 5 16 5 22...

Страница 266: ...d off Your hazard warning flashers switch is on top of the steering column Press the button in to turn on your flashers Your hazard warning flashers work no matter what position your key is in and eve...

Страница 267: ...or replacing abattery may cause thesystem to become inoperative See Power Sliding Door in the Indexfor more information Batteries can hurt you They can be dangerous because 0 They contain acid that ca...

Страница 268: ...rolling set the parking brake firmly on both vehicles involved in thejump start procedure Put an automatic transaxle inPARK P 2 Turn off the ignition on both vehicles Unplug unnecessary accessories p...

Страница 269: ...attery gas to explode People have been hurt doing this and some have been blinded Use a flashlight if you need more light Be sure the battery has enough water You don t need to add water to the Delco...

Страница 270: ...hicle has one 6 Don t let the other end touch metal Connect it to the positive terminal of the good battery Use a remote positive terminal if the vehicle has one 7 Now connect the black negative cable...

Страница 271: ...battery is much less 9 Now start the vehicle with the good battery and run the engine fora while 10 Try to start the vehicle with the dead battery If it won t start after a few tries it probably need...

Страница 272: ...When you call tell the towing service 0 That your vehicle has front wheel drive 0 That your vehicle cannot be towed from the front or rear with sling type equipment 0 The make model and year of your v...

Страница 273: ...s When your vehicle is being towed havethe ignition key in the OFF position The steering wheel should be clamped in a straight ahead position with a clamping device designed fortowing service Do not u...

Страница 274: ...ent Additional ramping maybe required for car carrier equipment Use safety chains and wheel straps Towing a vehicle over rough surfaces could damage avehicle Damage can occur from vehicle to ground or...

Страница 275: ...Use wheel lift or car carrier equipment Additional ramping may be required for car carrier equipment Use safety chains andwheel straps Towing a vehicle over rough surfaces could damage avehicle Damag...

Страница 276: ...In this mode you will notice a significant loss in power and engine performance The low coolant light may come on and the temperature gage will indicate an overheat condition exists Thisemergency oper...

Страница 277: ...ming from it Just turn it off and get everyone away from thevehicle until itcools down Wait until there is no signof steam or coolant before you open the hood If you keep driving when your engine is o...

Страница 278: ...heater to full hot at the highest fan speed and open the window as necessary 3 If you re in a trafficjam shift to NEUTRAL N otherwise shift to the highest gear while driving AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE D or T...

Страница 279: ...on t do anything else until it cools down The coolant level should be at or above the FULL HOT mark If it isn t you may have a leak inthe radiator hoses heater hoses radiator water pump or somewhere e...

Страница 280: ...e How to Add Coolant to the Coolant overy Tank lr you haven t found a problem yet but the coolant level isn t at or abovethe FULL HOT mark add a 50 50 mixture of clean water preferably distilled and D...

Страница 281: ...s Coolant contains ethylene glycol and itwill 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 or above the FULL HOT mark...

Страница 282: ...underpressure and if you turn the radiator pressure cap even a little they can come out at high speed Neverturn the capwhen the coolingsystem including the radiatorpressure cap is hot Wait for thecool...

Страница 283: ...d upper radiator hose is no longer hot Turn the pressure cap slowly counterclockwise until it first stops Don tpress down while turning the pressure cap If you hear a hiss wait for that to stop A hiss...

Страница 284: ...atorwith the properDEX COOL mix up to the base of the filler neck 4 Then fill the coolant recoverytank to the FULL HOT mark 5 Put the capback on the coolant recovery tank but leave the radiator pressu...

Страница 285: ...ller neck may be lower If the level is lower add more of the proper DEX COOL coolant mixture through the filler neck until the level reaches the base of the filler neck 8 Then replace the pressure cap...

Страница 286: ...bumpy and noisy but you can still steer Gently brake to a stop well off the road if possible If a tire goes flat the next part shows how to use your jacking equipmentto change a flattire safely Air In...

Страница 287: ...atire Removing the Spare Tireand Tools The equipmentyou ll need is in the storage compartment at the rear of the vehicle on the passenger s side Remove the side convenience nets Open the jack storage...

Страница 288: ...e pouch HOIST SHAFT HOIST ASSEMBLY EXTENSION CHISEL END SPARE TIREIS STORED UNDER REAR COMPARTMENT FLOOR VALVE STEM DOWN The compact spare tire is located under the vehicle ahead of the rear bumper In...

Страница 289: ...Slide the cable retainer through the center of the spare then place the compact sparetire near the flat tire a C The tools you ll be using include the jack A shaft B and folding wrench C 5 25...

Страница 290: ...cap off Then with the other end of the wrench remove the nylon caps from the wheel nuts before you loosen the nuts 2 If your vehicle has the plastic bolt on wheel covers you cannot separate the nylon...

Страница 291: ...This avoidstaking the wrench off the lug nut for eachturn 4 Near eachwheel there is a notch in the vehicle s body Position the jack and raise the jack head until it fits firmly intothe notch in the v...

Страница 292: ...k head a few inches NOTICE Raising yourvehicle withthe jack improperly positioned will damage thevehicle or may allow the vehicle to falloff the jack Be sure to fit the jack lift head into the proper...

Страница 293: ...In an emergency you can use a cloth or a paper towel to do this but be sure to use a scraper or wire brush later if you need to to getall the rustor dirt off A CAUTION I Never useoil or grease on stu...

Страница 294: ...ross sequence as shown I LI J Incorrect wheel nuts or improperly tightened wheel nuts can cause the wheel to becomeloose and even comeoff This could lead to an accident Be sure touse the correctwheel...

Страница 295: ...and Tools Storing a jack a tire or other equlpment in the passenger compartmentof the vehicle could cause injury In a sudden stop or collision loose equipment could strike someone Store all these in...

Страница 296: ...caps and the center cap Tighten them hand tight over the wheel nuts using the folding wrench Compact Spare Tire Although the compact spare tirewas fully inflated when your vehicle was new it can lose...

Страница 297: ...ng them can damage your vehicle and can damage the chainstoo Don t use tire chains on your compact spare If You re Stuck In Sand Mud Ice or Snow What you don t want to do when your vehicle is stuck is...

Страница 298: ...ght That will clear the area around your front wheels If your vehicle has traction control you should turn your traction control system off See Traction Control System in the Index Then shift back and...

Страница 299: ...gine Coolant Power Steering Fluid Where to Fill the Windshielc9 Washer Fluic Important Brake Information Information on Your Vehicle s Battery Tips on Vehicle Storage Bulb Replacement Procedures Winds...

Страница 300: ...and Owner Publications in the Index Your vehicle has an air bag system Before attempting to do your own service work see Servicing Your Air Bag Equipped Oldsmobile in the Index You should keep a recor...

Страница 301: ...fuel to get rid of pinging It s the heavy constant knockthat means you have a problem If your vehicle is certified to meet California Emission Standards indicated on the underhood tune up label it is...

Страница 302: ...ode metal parts in your fuel system and also damage plastic and rubber parts That damage wouldn t be covered under your warranty Fuels in Foreign Countries If youplan on driving in another country out...

Страница 303: ...Filling Your Tank When the fuel dooris opened on a vehicle with dual sliding doors the driver s side slidingdoor will only open partway Gasoline vaporis highly flammable It burns 6 5...

Страница 304: ...ler cap too quickly This spray can happen if your tankis 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...

Страница 305: ...not fit properly This may cause your malfunction indicator lamp to light and your fuel tank andemissions systemmay be damaged See Malfunction Indicator Lamp in the Index Checking Things Under the Hoo...

Страница 306: ...e To open the hood first pull the hood release handle inside the vehicle underhood release Lift the hood The hood prop may be hot due toincreased engine temperatures under the hood so be careful when...

Страница 307: ...enter B Remote Positive Terminal C Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir D Radiator Pressure Cap E Power Steering Fluid Reservoir F Engine Oil Fill Location G Engine Oil Dipstick H Transaxle Fluid Dipstic...

Страница 308: ...hton the instrument panel comes on it means you need to check your engine oil level right away For more information see Low Oil Level Light in the Index You should check your engine oil level regularl...

Страница 309: ...il is at or below the ADD mark then you ll need to add some oil But you must use the right kind This part explains what kind of oil to use For crankcase capacity see Capacitiesand Specifications in th...

Страница 310: ...symbol Thissymbol indicates that the oil has been certified by the American Petroleum Institute API Do not use any oil which does not carry this Starburst symbol If you change your own oil be sure you...

Страница 311: ...numbers on an oil container show its viscosity or thickness Do not use other viscosity oils such as SAE 20W 50 NOTICE Use only engine oil with the American Petroleum Institute Certified For Gasoline...

Страница 312: ...aintenance schedule Change the oil and filter every 7 500 miles 1 2 500 km or I2 months whichever occurs first Driving a vehicle with a fully warmed engine under highway conditions causes engine oil t...

Страница 313: ...eed to disconnectit After replacing the air cleaner filter seat the tabs on the bottomof the panel into the slots at the bottom Latch the hooks to secure the panel in place If the panel moves easily c...

Страница 314: ...the vehicle and air circulated inside your vehicle Like your vehicle s air filter it may need to be changed periodically For how often to change the pollen filter see Maintenance Schedule in the Index...

Страница 315: ...nd Change A good time to check your automatic transaxle fluid level is when the engine oil is changed Change both the fluid and filter every 50 000 miles 83 000 km if the vehicle is mainly driven unde...

Страница 316: ...ng When outside temperatures are above 90 F 32 C To get the right reading the fluid should be at normal operating temperature which is 180 Fto 200 F 82 C to 93 C Get the vehicle warmed up by driving a...

Страница 317: ...op design for easy identification Pull out the dipstick and wipe it with a cleanrag or paper towel Push it back in all the way wait three seconds and then pull it back out again 3 Check both sides of...

Страница 318: ...not covered by your new vehicle warranty 3 After adding fluid recheck the fluid level as described under How to Check 4 When the correct fluid level is obtained push the dipstick back in all the way T...

Страница 319: ...t damage aluminumparts Use GM Engine Coolant Supplement sealer GM Part No 3634621 with any complete coolant change If you use this mixture you don t need to add anything else Adding only plain water...

Страница 320: ...es a year have your retailer check your cooling system NOTICE If 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 C...

Страница 321: ...w out and burn you badly With the coolant recovery tank you will almost never have to add coolant at the radiator Never turn the radiator pressure cap even a little when the engine and radiator are ho...

Страница 322: ...neck When you replace your radiator pressure cap an AC cap is recommended Thermostat Engine coolant temperature is controlled by a thermostat in the engine coolant system The thermostat stops the flo...

Страница 323: ...H mark Whenit s cold the level should be at the C mark If the fluid is at the ADD mark you should add fluid What to Use Refer to the Maintenance Scheduleto determine what kind of fluid to use See Reco...

Страница 324: ...ur washer fluid tank and other partsof the washer system Also water doesn t clean as well as washer fluid three quarters full whenit s very cold This allows for expansionif freezing occurs which could...

Страница 325: ...to topoff your brake fluid Adding brake fluid won t correct aleak If you add fluid when your linings are worn then you ll have too much fluid when you get new brake linings You should add or remove br...

Страница 326: ...l or they may not even work at all This could causea 1 crash Always use the proper brake fluid I NOTICE Using the wrong fluid can badly damage brake system parts For example just a few drops of minera...

Страница 327: ...ostly brake repair 1 Some driving conditions or climatesmay cause abrake squeal when the brakes are firstapplied or lightly applied This doesnot mean something is wrong with your br c kes Properly tor...

Страница 328: ...ts in brake linings that are wrong for your vehicle the balance between your front and rear brakes can change for the worse The braking performance you ve come to expect can change in many other ways...

Страница 329: ...Index Halogen Bulbs Halogen bulbs have pressurized gas inside and can burst if you drop or scratch the bulb You or otherscould be injured Be sure to read and follow the instructions on the bulb packag...

Страница 330: ...3 Remove the two wing nuts located on top of the headlamp assembly 4 Unscrew the black retainer ring that holds the bulb assembly in place and pull the bulb assembly out of the lamp housing 6 32...

Страница 331: ...ugh the black retainer ring and into the electrical connector Push the bulb firmly enoughso that the blue tabs hook over the tab on the bulb 7 Carefully put the bulb assembly back into the lamp housin...

Страница 332: ...by lining up the tabs at the back of the assembly with the holes in the fender 11 Tighten the bolt connecting the parkinghrn signal lamp assembly Be sure the tab from the parkinghurn signal lamp assem...

Страница 333: ...e tabs on the sockets with the gaps in the gentlypushingthe new oneintothelampsocket parkinghm signallampassemblyinboard of the socket holes and screw the bulb sockets back into the8 To align the park...

Страница 334: ...ghurn signal lamp assembly away from the body 4 Unscrew the bulb sockets from the lamp assembly by turning counterclockwise 5 Replace the bulb by pulling the old one out and gently pushing the new one...

Страница 335: ...parking turn signal lamp assembly until the upperedge is contacting the fender 9 Fasten the parking turn signal lampassembly to the headlamp assembly with the thumb screwused in Step 1 Taillamps 1 Ope...

Страница 336: ...g pins until the lamp is seated Secure with thc inboard screws For any bulb changing procedure not listed in this section contact your Oldsmobile retailer service department Replacement blades for you...

Страница 337: ...Warranty booklet for details Poorly maintained and improperly used tires are dangerous 0 Overloading your tires can cause overheating as a result of too much friction You could have an air out and a...

Страница 338: ...oading 0 Bad wear 0 Bad handling 0 Badfueleconomy NOTICE Continued NOTICE Continued If your tireshave toomuch air overinflation you can getthe following 0 Unusual wear Bad handling Rough ride 0 Needle...

Страница 339: ...lways use the correct rotation pattern shown here Don t include the compact spare tire in your tire rotation After the tires have been rotated adjust the front and rear inflation pressures as shown on...

Страница 340: ...on of the damage Buying New Tires To find out what kind and size of tires you need look at the CertificatiodTire label The tires installed on your vehicle when it was new had a Tire Performance Criter...

Страница 341: ...lity Grading system does not apply to deep tread winter type snow tires space saver ortemporary use spare tires tires with nominal rim diameters o C 10 to 12inches 25 to 30 cm or to some limited produ...

Страница 342: ...resent higher levels of performance on the laboratory test wheel than the minimum required by law Warning The temperature grade forthis tire is established for a tire that is properly inflated and not...

Страница 343: ...our tires lose air and make you lose control You could have a collision in whichyou or others couldbe injured Always use the correct wheel wheel bolts and wheel nuts for replacement NOTICE The wrong w...

Страница 344: ...us Some are toxic Others can burst into flame if you strike a match or get them on a hot part of the vehicle Some are dangerous if you breathe their fumes in a closed space When you use anything from...

Страница 345: ...or section Mask surrounding trim along stitch or welt lines 4 Use suds only and apply with a clean sponge Don t saturate the material and don t rub it roughly 5 As soon as you ve cleaned the section u...

Страница 346: ...ss stain then sponge the soiled area with cool water 2 If a stain remains follow the foam type instructions described earlier 3 If an odor lingers after cleaning vomit or urine treat the area with a w...

Страница 347: ...axes may cause annoying reflectionsin the windshield and even make it difficult to see through the windshield under certain conditions Cleaning theBuilt InChild Restraint Pad The built in child restra...

Страница 348: ...de or windshield Clean the outside of the windshield with GM Glass Cleaner GM Part No 1050427 or equivalent The windshield is clean if beads do not form when you rinse it with water Grime from the win...

Страница 349: ...cessary to remove residue from the paint finish You can get GM approved cleaning products from your retailer See Appearance Care and Materials in the Index Your Oldmobile has a basecoatklearcoat paint...

Страница 350: ...ean your tires use a stiff brush with a tire cleaner NOTICE When applying a tire dressing always take care to wipe off any overspray or splash from all painted surfaces on the body or wheels of the ve...

Страница 351: ...frame should be loosened before being flushed Your retailer or an underbody car washing system can do this for you Chemical Paint Spotting Some weatherand atmospheric conditionscan create a chemical...

Страница 352: ...ime and smoke film Glass Cleaner 23 02 0 680 L 1052918 Cleans vinyl cloth tires and mats Multi Purpose Powdered Cleaner 16oz 0 473 L 1052925 Protects vinyl leather and rubber Armor All TM Protector 8...

Страница 353: ...Parts labels and the certificates of title and registration E 1 ineIdentification The 8th character in your VIN is the engine code This code will help you identify your engine specifications and repla...

Страница 354: ...otected by an internal circuit breaker in the I P fuse panel 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 check...

Страница 355: ...on t have a spare fuse you can borrow one that has the same amperage or use one of the spare fuses in the underhood fuse and relay center Just pick some featureof your vehicle that you can get along w...

Страница 356: ...amp Switch PWR SEATFSD 6 way Power Seat s and Rear Side Door Actuator Motor PWR WDO RR VENT Front Power Windows FUSES ABS MDL BATT Electronic Brake Traction ABS SOL LH and RH Front Brake ABS TCS IGN E...

Страница 357: ...M PSD Rear Side Door Actuator Motor PWR LOCK BCM PWR MIRROR Power RemoteControl Mirror Switch FUSES PWR QTR VENT Interior Lamps and Multifunction Switch Power Vent Switch RR HVAC Rear Blower Motor Rea...

Страница 358: ...ield washer fluid reservoir The fusesmarked spare are availableif a replacement fuse is needed O R 14 1 8 1 1 7 j E L AUX B Maxi Fuse I COOL FAN 2 Coolant Fans 3 HEADLAMPS CircuitBreakers FRTHVAC HI B...

Страница 359: ...n EGR Valve Mass Air Flow MAF Sensorand Powertrain Control Module PCM Ignition Control IC Module Mini Fuse 27 B U LAMP Transaxle Range Switch to Back up Lamps 28 A C CLU A C CLU to A C Compressor Clut...

Страница 360: ...Heater 13 5 quarts 12 75L Engine Crankcase Oil and Filter Change 4 5 3 75 L Fuel Capacity Standard SWB 20 gallons 76 L Optional LWB 25 gallons 95L Refrigerant Air Conditioning See Refrigerant Label u...

Страница 361: ...ar Tread Width 63 3 160 8cm Vehicle Dimensions Short Wheel Base Length 187 4 475 9 cm Width 72 0 1 83 0 cm Height 67 4 171 2 cm Wheelbase 112 284 5cm Front Tread Width 61Sf 156 2cm Rear Tread Width 63...

Страница 362: ...bNOTES 6 64...

Страница 363: ...ction covers the maintenance required for your Oldsmobile Your vehicle needs these services to retain its safety dependability and emission control performance 7 2 Introduction to Your Maintenance Sch...

Страница 364: ...nd the Environment Proper vehicle maintenance not only helps to keep your vehicle in good working condition but also helps the environment All recommended maintenance procedures are important Improper...

Страница 365: ...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 you can easily do to help keep your vehicle in good co...

Страница 366: ...ldsmobile retailer This parttells you the maintenance services you should have done and when you should schedule them If you go to your retailer for your service needs you ll know that GM trained and...

Страница 367: ...down sooney Short Trip City Intervals Every 3 000 Miles 5 000 km Engine Oil and Filter Change or3 months whichever occurs first Every 6 000 Miles 10 000 km Tire Rotation Every 12 000 Miles 20000 km P...

Страница 368: ...engine oil to break down slowex Every 15 000 Miles 25 000 km Passenger Every 30 000 Miles 50 000 k m Air Cleaner Filter Every 50 000Miles 83 000 km Automatic Transaxle Every 60 000 Miles 100000 km Eng...

Страница 369: ...miles 240 000 km should be performed at the same interval after 150 000 miles 240000 km Footnotes 1 The U S Environmental Protection Agency or the California Air Resources Board has determinedthat th...

Страница 370: ...0Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information An Enaission Control Service DATE SERVICED B Y ACTUAL MILEAGE 9 000 Miles 15 000 km C...

Страница 371: ...otate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information 15 000 Miles 25 000 km 0Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs...

Страница 372: ...Emission ControlService ElRotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information I DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED B Y 21 000 Miles 35 000 km 0...

Страница 373: ...e 0Replace passenger compartment air filter 0Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY 27 000 Mi...

Страница 374: ...Replace air cleaner filter 0Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information An Emissiol Control Service DP 3 ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED...

Страница 375: ...ntrol Service 0Replace passenger compartment air filter 0Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for properrotation pattern and additional information DATE SERVICED BY ACTUAL MILEAG...

Страница 376: ...ation in the Indexfor proper rotation pattern and additional information DATE SERVICED B Y ACTUAL MILEAGE 45 000 Miles 75 000 km 0Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first...

Страница 377: ...ires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED B Y 50 000 Miles 83 000 km 0Change automatic transaxle fluid and...

Страница 378: ...taxi police or delivery service Ifyou do not use your vehicle under anyof these conditions the fluid andfilterdo not require changing DATE SERVICEDB Y ACTUAL MILEAGE 51 000 Miles 85 000 km 0Change en...

Страница 379: ...Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Indexfor proper rotation pattern and additional information An Emission Control Service I DATE I ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICEDBY I 57 000 Miles 95 000 km...

Страница 380: ...r 0Inspect engine accessory drive belt 0Replace air cleaner filter An Emission Control Service Inspect fuel tank cap and lines for damage or leaks Inspect fuel cap gasket for any damage Replace parts...

Страница 381: ...Emission Control Service DATE I ACTUAL MILEAGE ISERVICED BY I 66 000Miles 110 000 km 0Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first 0Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotati...

Страница 382: ...rol Service DATE SERVICEDBY ACTUAL MILEAGE 72 000Miles 120 000 km 0Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission ControlSewice 0Replace passenger compartment air fi...

Страница 383: ...are driving in dusty conditions Replacefilter if necessary An Emission Control Service See footnote DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE 78 000 Miles 130 000 km 0Change engineoil and filter or every 3 months whicheve...

Страница 384: ...ervice 84 000 Miles 140 000 km 0Change engine oil andfilter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service 0Replace passenger compartmentair filter 17Rotate tires See Tire Inspec...

Страница 385: ...TE SERVICEDBY ACTUAL MILEAGE 90 000 Miles 150 000 km 0Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service Replace air cleaner filter An Emission Control S...

Страница 386: ...rvice I ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED B Y 96 000 Miles 160000 km 0Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service 0Replace passenger compartment air filter...

Страница 387: ...L MILEAGE 100 000 Miles 166 000 km 0Inspect spark plug wires An Emission Control Service Replace spark plugs 0Change automatic transa An Emission Control Service xlefl uidand filter if the vehicle is...

Страница 388: ...d andjilter do not require changing delivery service DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE 1 150 000 Miles 240 000 km 0Drain flush andrefill cooling system or every 60 months since last service whichever occurs first S...

Страница 389: ...the failure to perform this maintenance item will not nullify the emission warranty or limitrecall liability prior to the completion of the vehicle s useful life We however urge that all recommended...

Страница 390: ...es See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information DATE SERVICEDBY ACTUAL MILEAGE 22 500 Miles 37 500 km 0Change engine oil and filter or every 12...

Страница 391: ...Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information ElReplace air cleaner filter An Emission Control Service DATE SERVICED B Y ACTUAL MILEAGE 37 500 Miles 62 500 km 0Change en...

Страница 392: ...ate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Indexfor proper rotation pattern and additional information I DATE 1 ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICEDB Y I 50 000 Miles 83 000 km 0Change automatic transaxlefl...

Страница 393: ...se conditiom thefluid and filterdo not require ch unging I I I 1 FF 1 ACTUAL MILE E ISERVICED B Y 52 500 Miles 87 500 km 0Change engine oil and filter or every 12months whichever occurs first An Emiss...

Страница 394: ...airfilter 0Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Indexfor proper rotation pattern and additional information Inspect engine accessory drivebelt Replace air cleaner filter AIIErnission C...

Страница 395: ...attern and additional information An Elnission Control Service I DATE I ACTUAL MILEAGE ISERVICED B Y I 75 000Miles 125 000 km 0Change engine oil and filter or every 12 months whichever occurs first An...

Страница 396: ...tern and additional information DATE SERVICED B Y ACTUAL MILEAGE 90 000 Miles 150 000 km 0Change engine oil and filter or every 12 months whichever occurs first An Elnissiorl Colztrol Service 0Replace...

Страница 397: ...er rotation pattern and additional information I DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED B Y 100 000 Miles 166000 km 0Inspect spark plug wires An Elnission Control Service 0Replace spark plugs 0Change automatic...

Страница 398: ...se corzditions the fluid andfilter do not require clznrzgirzg DATE SERVICED B Y ACTUAL MILEAGE 150 000 Miles 240 000 km 0Drain flush andrefill cooling system or every 60 months since last service whic...

Страница 399: ...e oillevel 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 the proper coolant mix if necessary See...

Страница 400: ...lts or harness straps replaced Also look for any opened or broken air bag covers and have them repaired or replaced The air bag system does not needregular maintenance Automatic Transaxle Check Check...

Страница 401: ...s in any other position your vehicle needs service Irake TransaxleShift Interlock BTSI Check When you are doing this check the vehicle could move suddenly If it does you or others could be injured Fol...

Страница 402: ...o apply the regular brake atonce should thevehicle 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 To check the...

Страница 403: ...or missing parts signs of wear or lack of lubrication Inspect the power steering lines and hoses forproper hook up binding leaks cracks chafing etc Clean and then inspect the drive axle boot seals for...

Страница 404: ...ction Inspect the complete system Inspect brake lines and hoses for proper hook up binding leaks cracks chafing etc Inspect disc brake pads for wear and rotors for surface condition Also inspect drum...

Страница 405: ...nd GM Goodwrench DEX COOL or Havoline DEX COOL TM silicate free antifreeze See Engine Coolant in the Index USAGE FLUID LUBRICANT Coolant GM Part No 3634621 or Supplement equivalent with a complete flu...

Страница 406: ...ubricant aerosol GM Part No 12346293or equivalent or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI 2 Category LB or GC LB Multi purpose lubricant Superlube GM Part No 12346241 or equivalent IUSAGE IFLUIDLUBR...

Страница 407: ...service in the boxes provided after the maintenance interval Any additional information from Owner Checksand Services or PeriodicMaintenance can be added on the following record pages Also you should...

Страница 408: ...Maintenance Record ODOMETER READING SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED 7 46...

Страница 409: ...ce Information Address forWriting to Oldsmobile Assistance forText Telephone TTY Users Oldsmobile Roadside Assistance Program Phone Number for Roadside Assistance Oldsmobile Courtesy Transportation BB...

Страница 410: ...ervicing retailer Your retailer has the facility trained technicians special tools and up to date information to promptly address any issue which may arise Oldsmobile has empowered its retailers to ma...

Страница 411: ...6537 In Canada contact GM of Canada Customer Communication Centre in Oshawa by calling 1 800 263 3777 English or 1 800 263 7854 French For help outside of the United States and Canada call the follow...

Страница 412: ...Street P O Box 30095 Lansing MI 48909 Refer to your Warranty and Owner Assistance Information booklet for addresses of GM Overseas offices When contacting Oldsmobile please remember that your concern...

Страница 413: ...ervice locatethe nearest Oldsmobile retail facility take your request for an Oldsmobile computerized triprouting or simply answer any questions the Oldsmobile driver may have about the coverage provid...

Страница 414: ...ar if necessary Having your car serviced is rarely convenient but with Courtesy Transportation at least you ll be able to get where you need to go whether it s here or there Some state insurance regul...

Страница 415: ...ion to a disagreement regarding vehicle repairsor interpretation of the New Vehicle Limited Warranty To assist in resolving these disagreements Oldsmobilevoluntarily participates in BBB AUTO LINE BBB...

Страница 416: ...information contact the BBB at 1 800 955 5 100or the Oldsmobile Customer Assistance Network at 1 800 442 6537 REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS TO THE UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT If you believe that your vehicle...

Страница 417: ...inly hope you ll notify us Please callus at 1 800 442 6537 or write Oldsmobile CustomerAssistance Network P O Box 30095 Lansing MI 48909 In Canada please call us at 1 800 263 3777 English or 1 800 263...

Страница 418: ...e Bulletins give technical service information needed to knowledgeablyservice General Motors cars and trucks Each bulletin contains instructions to assist in the diagnosis and service of your vehicle...

Страница 419: ...it MI48207 For purchases outside U S A please writeto the above address forquotation CUSTOMER S NAME ATTENTION T STREET ADDRESS NO P O BOX NUMBERS STATE ZIP CODE DAYTIMETELEPHONE NO 0 AREA CODE OLD OR...

Страница 420: ...f i NOTES 8 12...

Страница 421: ...tenna Integrated Windshield 3 30 Antifreeze 6 20 Anti Lock Brake System Warning Light 2 96 4 7 Brakes 4 7 Adjusting the Split Bench Seat 1 19 Appearance Care 6 46 Appearance Care Materials 6 54 Ashtra...

Страница 422: ...38 Transaxle Shift Interlock Check 7 39 Wear 6 29 Brakes Anti Lock 4 7 Braking in Emergencies 4 10 Break In NewVehicle 2 26 BTSICheck 7 39 BulbReplacement 6 31 Braking 4 6 BTSI 2 38 Canada Ordering S...

Страница 423: ...hicle 4 6 Convenience Net 2 76 Side 2 78 Convex Outside Mirror 2 67 Coolant 6 20 Adding 6 23 Checking 6 22 Heater Engine 2 29 RecoveryTank 5 16 Whattouse 6 21 Courtesy Transportation 8 6 Cruise Contro...

Страница 424: ...9 Coolant 6 20 Coolant Heater 2 29 Coolant Level Check 7 37 Coolant Tenlperature Gage 2 98 Cooling System 6 62 Exhaust 2 39 Identification 6 55 OilLevelCheck 7 37 Overheated Protection Operating Mode...

Страница 425: ...Engine Coolant Temperature 2 98 Fuel 2 105 Speedometer 2 9 1 Tachometer 2 92 Garage Door Opener Compartment 2 69 Gear Positions Automatic Transaxle 2 3 I GAWR 4 29 GloveBox 2 68 Gross Axle Weight Rat...

Страница 426: ...Tire 5 25 Jump Starting 5 3 K e y Lock Cylinders Service Keys 7 38 2 2 Labels CertificationlTire 4 29 Service Parts Identification 6 55 Tire Loading Information 4 29 Vehicle Identification Number 6 55...

Страница 427: ...ggagecarrier 2 79 Lumbar Control 1 6 Maintenance Normal Replacement Parts 6 63 Maintenance Record 7 45 Maintenance Schedule 7 1 How This Section is Organized 7 3 Long Trip HighwayDefinition 7 6 Long T...

Страница 428: ...l 6 53 Park AutomaticTransaxle 2 3 1 Shifting Into 2 36 Shifting Out of 2 38 AtNight 2 25 Brake 2 35 Parking Brake Mechanism Check 7 40 Over Things That Bum 2 39 With a Trailer 4 37 Passing 4 13 Perio...

Страница 429: ...tion ofthe Power Sliding Door 2 9 Battery Replacement 2 IO Resynchronizing 2 I2 Remote Lock Control 2 7 Removing Captain s Chairs 1 26 SecondRow Solid Bench Seat 1 8 Split BenchSeat 1 20 Third Row Sol...

Страница 430: ...Scheduled Maintenance Services 7 4 Seat Controls 1 6 Rear Seat Outside Passenger Positions 1 49 Use During Pregnancy 1 42 Seatback Folding Driver s 1 3 Reclining Front and Captain s 1 4 Controls 1 2 1...

Страница 431: ...Cleaning 6 48 Starter Switch Check 7 39 StartingYour Engine 2 28 S t e m 5 13 Steering 4 11 Column Park Lock Check 7 40 Spare Tire Compact 5 32 SRS 1 43 In Emergencies 4 12 Power 4 11 Tips 4 11 Wheel...

Страница 432: ...43 UsedWheel Replacement 6 45 Wear Indicators 6 42 Loading 4 29 WheelReplacement 6 44 When It sTimefor New 6 42 TopStrap 1 69 TorqueLock 2 38 Torque Wheel Nut 5 30 6 62 Towing a Trailer 4 31 Towing Y...

Страница 433: ...isors Sun 2 83 Damage Warnings iv w a r n i n g Devices 5 3 Warning Lights Gages and Indicators 2 92 WasherFluid Windshield 6 26 Washing YourVehicle 6 51 Weatherstrips 6 50 Wheel Alignment 6 44 NutTor...

Страница 434: ...RES P6 40 REMOTE BATTERY P5 5 ENGINE OIL DIPSTICK P6 10 SECONDARY HOOD RELEASE P6 8 ENGINE COOLANT HOOD FUEL RECOVERY TANK RELEASE DOOR P6 22 P6 8 For detailed information refer to the page number lis...

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