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Section 9

Index

ccessory Power Outlets

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Adding Equipment to the Outside of Your Vehicle

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Adjuster, Seat

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Air Bag

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How Does it Restrain

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How it Works

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Location

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Readiness Light

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Servicing

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What Makes it Inflate

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What Will You See After it Inflates

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When Should it Inflate

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Air Bag Readiness Light

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Air Cleaner

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Air Conditioning

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Air Conditioning Refrigerants

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Alignment and Balance, Tire

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Aluminum Wheels, Cleaning

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Antenna, Fixed

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Antifreeze

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Anti

Lock

Brake System Warning Light

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Brakes

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Anti

Theft, Radio

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Appearance Care

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Appearance Care Materials

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Appearance Materials

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Arbitration Program

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Audio Equipment, Adding

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Audio Systems

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Auto

Down Window

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Automatic Light Control

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Automatic Transaxle

Fluid

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Operation

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Park Mechanism Check

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Shifting

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acking Up with a Trailer

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Battery

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Jump Starting

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Replacement, Remote Lock Control

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Saver

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Warnings

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BBB Auto Line

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Before Leaving on a Long Trip

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Содержание 1999 Cutlass

Страница 1: ...ent conditions 5 1 Problems on the Road This section tells you what to do if you have a problem while driving such as a flat tire or overheated engine etc 6 1 Service and Appearance Care Here the manu...

Страница 2: ...there if you ever need it when you re on the road If you sell the vehicle please leave this manual in it so the new owner can use it We support voluntary technician certification How to Use this Manu...

Страница 3: ...the word CAUTION to tell you about things that could hurt you if you were to ignore the warning CAUTION These mean there is something that could hurt you or other people In the caution area we tell yo...

Страница 4: ...something 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 rea...

Страница 5: ...ymbols have to do with your lamps MASTER LIGHTING SWITCH TURN SIGNALS PARKING LAMPS HAZARD WARNING FLASHER DAYTIME RUNNING LAMPS FOG LAMPS These symbols are on some of your controls WINDSHIELD WIPER W...

Страница 6: ...yellowblue vi NOTES...

Страница 7: ...stions Many People Ask About Safety Belts and the Answers 1 12 How to Wear Safety Belts Properly 1 12 Driver Position 1 19 Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy 1 20 Right Front Passenger Position 1 20 Sup...

Страница 8: ...try to adjust a manual driver s seat while the vehicle is moving The sudden movement could startle and confuse you or make you push a pedal when you don t want to Adjust the driver s seat only when t...

Страница 9: ...m of the button Lower the seat by pushing and holding the top of the button To move the seat forward push the rear of the button forward To move the seat backward push the front of the button rearward...

Страница 10: ...ide of the seat and move the seatback to where you want it Release the lever and ensure the handle returns to the original position and the seatback is securely locked Pull up on the lever and the sea...

Страница 11: ...her injuries The lap belt can t do its job either In a crash the belt could go up over your abdomen The belt forces would be there not at your pelvic bones This could cause serious internal injuries F...

Страница 12: ...make sure it is secure Safety Belts They re for Everyone This part of the manual tells you how to use safety belts properly It also tells you some things you should not do with safety belts And it ex...

Страница 13: ...to buckle up See Safety Belt Reminder Light in the Index In most states and Canadian provinces the law says to wear safety belts Here s why They work You never know if you ll be in a crash If you do h...

Страница 14: ...yellowblue 1 8 Why Safety Belts Work When you ride in or on anything you go as fast as it goes Take the simplest vehicle Suppose it s just a seat on wheels Put someone on it...

Страница 15: ...yellowblue 1 9 Get it up to speed Then stop the vehicle The rider doesn t stop The person keeps going until stopped by something In a real vehicle it could be the windshield...

Страница 16: ...trument panel or the safety belts With safety belts you slow down as the vehicle does You get more time to stop You stop over more distance and your strongest bones take the forces That s why safety b...

Страница 17: ...so they work with safety belts not instead of them Every air bag system ever offered for sale has required the use of safety belts Even if you re in a vehicle that has air bags you still have to buck...

Страница 18: ...ms 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 how to wear it pr...

Страница 19: ...plate to make sure it is secure If the belt isn t long enough see Safety Belt Extender at the end of this section Make sure the release button on the buckle is positioned so you would be able to unbuc...

Страница 20: ...ese parts of the body are best able to take belt restraining forces The safety belt locks if there s a sudden stop or crash or if you pull the belt very quickly out of the retractor Shoulder Belt Heig...

Страница 21: ...ce and neck but not falling off your shoulder Q What s wrong with this A The shoulder belt is too loose It won t give nearly as much protection this way CAUTION You can be seriously hurt if your shoul...

Страница 22: ...ION You can be seriously injured if your belt is buckled in the wrong place like this In a crash the belt would go up over your abdomen The belt forces would be there not at the pelvic bones This coul...

Страница 23: ...u can be seriously injured if you wear the shoulder belt under your arm In a crash your body would move too far forward which would increase the chance of head and neck injury Also the belt would appl...

Страница 24: ...is twisted across the body CAUTION You can be seriously injured by a twisted belt In a crash you wouldn t have the full width of the belt to spread impact forces If a belt is twisted make it straight...

Страница 25: ...oor on it you can damage both the belt and your vehicle Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy Safety belts work for everyone including pregnant women Like all occupants they are more likely to be seriously...

Страница 26: ...are designed to help reduce the risk of injury from the force of an inflating air bag But even these air bags must inflate very quickly if they are to do their job and comply with federal regulations...

Страница 27: ...s wear your safety belt even with Next Generation air bags The driver should sit as far back as possible while still maintaining control of the vehicle CAUTION Children who are up against or very clos...

Страница 28: ...symbol The system checks the air bag electrical system for malfunctions The light tells you if there is an electrical problem See Air Bag Readiness Light in the Index for more information How the Air...

Страница 29: ...is between an occupant and an air bag the bag might not inflate properly or it might force the object into that person The path of an inflating air bag must be kept clear Don t put anything between an...

Страница 30: ...quickly the vehicle slows down in frontal or near frontal impacts What makes an air bag inflate In an impact of sufficient severity the air bag sensing system detects that the vehicle is in a crash Th...

Страница 31: ...so If you have breathing problems but can t get out of the vehicle after an air bag inflates then get fresh air by opening a window or door In many crashes severe enough to inflate an air bag windshie...

Страница 32: ...s by turning off the vehicle immediately and disconnecting the battery cables Don t let anyone start the vehicle under any circumstances See your dealer for service Servicing Your Air Bag Equipped Veh...

Страница 33: ...hey can strike others in the vehicle who are wearing safety belts Rear Seat Outside Passenger Positions Lap Shoulder Belt The positions next to the windows have lap shoulder belts Here s how to wear o...

Страница 34: ...te to make sure it is secure If the belt is not long enough see Safety Belt Extender at the end of this section Make sure the release button on the buckle is positioned so you would be able to unbuckl...

Страница 35: ...could cause serious or even fatal injuries The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest These parts of the body are best able to take belt restraining forces The safety belt loc...

Страница 36: ...der belt the comfort guide pulls the belt away from the neck and head There is one guide for each outside passenger position in the rear seat To provide added safety belt comfort for children who have...

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

Страница 38: ...ses the shoulder To remove and store the comfort guides squeeze the belt edges together so that you can take them out from the guides Pull the guide upward to expose its storage clip and then slide th...

Страница 39: ...the belt To make the belt shorter pull its free end as shown until the belt is snug Buckle position and release it the same way as the lap part of a lap shoulder belt If the belt isn t long enough see...

Страница 40: ...ined while in a vehicle Smaller Children and Babies CAUTION Children who are up against or very close to any air bag when it inflates can be seriously injured or killed This is true even though your v...

Страница 41: ...ild small enough for one is always properly restrained in a child or infant restraint Infants need complete support including support for the head and neck This is necessary because an infant s neck i...

Страница 42: ...l a crash During a crash a baby will become so heavy you can t hold it For example in a crash CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued at only 25 mph 40 km h a 12 lb 5 5 kg baby will suddenly become a 240...

Страница 43: ...s When selecting a child restraint take into consideration not only the child s weight and size but also whether or not the restraint will be compatible with the motor vehicle in which it will be used...

Страница 44: ...estraints are designed for infants of up to about 20 lbs 9 kg and about one year of age This type of restraint faces the rear so that the infant s head neck and body can have the support they need in...

Страница 45: ...hese forward facing restraints are designed to help protect children who are from 20 to 40 lbs 9 to 18 kg and about 26 to 40 inches 66 to 102 cm in height or up to around four years of age One type a...

Страница 46: ...o 27 kg or even up to 36 kg and about four to eight years of age A booster seat is designed to improve the fit of the vehicle s safety belt system Booster seats with shields use lap only belts however...

Страница 47: ...rather than the front seat We at General Motors therefore recommend that you put your child restraint in the rear seat Never put a rear facing child restraint in the front passenger seat Here s why CA...

Страница 48: ...for you free of charge Or you may install the anchor yourself using the instructions provided in the kit Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Outside Seat Position You ll be using the lap shoulder bel...

Страница 49: ...belt if needed If the shoulder belt goes in front of the child s face or neck put it behind the child restraint 3 Buckle the belt Make sure the release button is positioned so you would be able to un...

Страница 50: ...e sure it is secure To remove the child restraint just unbuckle the vehicle s safety belt and let it go back all the way The safety belt will move freely again and be ready to work for an adult or lar...

Страница 51: ...d restraint instructions will show you how 4 Buckle the belt Make sure the release button is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to 5 To tighten the bel...

Страница 52: ...bag Never put a rear facing child restraint in this seat Here s why CAUTION A child in a rear facing child restraint can be seriously injured or killed if the right front passenger s air bag inflates...

Страница 53: ...ht front passenger air bag always move the seat as far back as it will go before securing a forward facing child restraint See Seats in the Index 2 Put the restraint on the seat 3 Pick up the latch pl...

Страница 54: ...sh down on the child restraint You may find it helpful to use your knee to push down on the child restraint as you tighten the belt 6 Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be su...

Страница 55: ...dow so the child can wear a lap shoulder belt and get the additional restraint a shoulder belt can provide Accident statistics show that children are safer if they are restrained in the rear seat But...

Страница 56: ...belt is very close to the child s face or neck A Move the child toward the center of the vehicle but be sure that the shoulder belt still is on the child s shoulder so that in a crash the child s uppe...

Страница 57: ...belt in this way in a crash the child might slide under the belt The belt s force would then be applied right on the child s abdomen That could cause serious or fatal injuries Wherever the child sits...

Страница 58: ...rn or frayed safety belts may not protect you in a crash They can rip apart under impact forces If a belt is torn or frayed get a new one right away Also look for any opened or broken air bag covers a...

Страница 59: ...13 New Vehicle Break In 2 14 Ignition Positions 2 16 Starting Your Engine 2 17 Engine Coolant Heater If Equipped 2 19 Automatic Transaxle Operation 2 23 Parking Brake 2 24 Shifting Into PARK P 2 26 Sh...

Страница 60: ...a vehicle with 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...

Страница 61: ...the tag in a safe place If you lose your keys you ll be able to have one made easily using this tag If you need a new key go to your dealer for the correct key code In an emergency call the Oldsmobile...

Страница 62: ...not be so obvious You increase the chance of being thrown out of the vehicle in a crash if the doors aren t locked Wear safety belts properly lock your doors and you will be far better off whenever yo...

Страница 63: ...the ignition is on and you shift from PARK P or NEUTRAL N you will hear a chime Also a door ajar light on the instrument panel will come on and stay on until the doors are closed and completely latch...

Страница 64: ...the switch down 3 Do the same for the other rear door The rear doors will now work normally Leaving Your Vehicle If you are leaving your vehicle open your door and lock the doors from the inside then...

Страница 65: ...this system by other than an authorized service facility could void authorization to use this equipment At times you may notice a decrease in range This is normal for any remote keyless entry system I...

Страница 66: ...ear selector is in PARK P or NEUTRAL N Matching Transmitter s To Your Vehicle Each remote lock control transmitter is coded to prevent another transmitter from unlocking your vehicle If a transmitter...

Страница 67: ...cing the battery use care not to touch any of the circuitry Static from your body transferred to these surfaces may damage the transmitter To replace the battery in the remote lock control transmitter...

Страница 68: ...and unlock once This confirms the resynchronization If the doors do not lock and unlock see your dealer for service Trunk To unlock the trunk from the outside insert the key and turn the trunk lock c...

Страница 69: ...s equipped with a lockout feature to help prevent unauthorized entry into the trunk when leaving the vehicle unattended The switch is located on the inside of the trunk lid mounted to the trunk lid la...

Страница 70: ...ransaxle will be locked And remember to lock the doors Parking at Night Park in a lighted spot close all windows and lock your vehicle Remember to keep your valuables out of sight Put them in a storag...

Страница 71: ...tarting the engine In an emergency call the Oldsmobile Roadside Assistance Center at 1 800 442 OLDS 6537 New Vehicle Break In NOTICE Your vehicle doesn t need an elaborate break in But it will perform...

Страница 72: ...vehicle move Don t leave the keys in the vehicle with children With the ignition key in the ignition switch you can turn the switch to four positions OFF A Before you put the key into the ignition sw...

Страница 73: ...nd release the switch The switch stays in ON when the engine is running But even when the engine is not running you can use ON to operate your electrical power accessories and to display some instrume...

Страница 74: ...Shift to PARK P only when your vehicle is stopped Starting Your Engine 1 Without pushing the accelerator pedal turn your ignition key to START When the engine starts let go of the key The idle speed...

Страница 75: ...ies you could change the way the engine operates Before adding electrical equipment check with your dealer If you don t your engine might not perform properly If you ever have to have your vehicle tow...

Страница 76: ...a properly grounded three prong 110 volt AC outlet If the cord won t reach use a heavy duty three prong extension cord rated for at least 15 amps 4 Before starting the engine be sure to unplug and st...

Страница 77: ...cle if the shift lever is not fully in PARK P with the parking brake firmly set Your vehicle can roll Don t leave your vehicle when the engine is running unless you have to If you have left the engine...

Страница 78: ...RSE R only after your vehicle is stopped To rock your vehicle back and forth to get out of snow ice or sand without damaging your transaxle see Stuck In Sand Mud Ice or Snow in the Index NEUTRAL N In...

Страница 79: ...d So if this happens have your vehicle serviced right away Until then you can use SECOND 2 when you are driving less than 35 mph 56 km h and AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE D for higher speeds THIRD 3 This positi...

Страница 80: ...ation in shift speed in SECOND 2 when accelerating or braking FIRST 1 This position gives you even more power but lower fuel economy than SECOND 2 You can use it on very steep hills or in deep snow or...

Страница 81: ...ly when the road surface is slippery and is not intended for continuous use or when the vehicle is stuck in sand mud ice snow or gravel Parking Brake To set the parking brake hold the regular brake pe...

Страница 82: ...from moving Shifting Into PARK P CAUTION It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in PARK P with the parking brake firmly set Your vehicle can roll If you have l...

Страница 83: ...if the shift lever is not fully in PARK P with the parking brake firmly set And if you leave the vehicle with the engine running it could overheat and even catch fire You or others could be injured Do...

Страница 84: ...K P before you release the parking brake If torque lock does occur you may need to have another vehicle push yours a little uphill to take some of the pressure from the parking pawl in the transaxle s...

Страница 85: ...edal down but still can t shift out of PARK P try this 1 Turn the key to the ACC ignition position 2 Apply and hold the regular brake until the end of Step 5 3 Shift to NEUTRAL N 4 Turn the key to STA...

Страница 86: ...s coming into your vehicle D Drive it only with all the windows down to blow out any CO and D Have your vehicle fixed immediately Running Your Engine While You re Parked It s better not to park with t...

Страница 87: ...ven when you re on fairly level ground always set your parking brake and move the shift lever to PARK P Follow the proper steps to be sure your vehicle won t move See Shifting Into PARK P in the Index...

Страница 88: ...t switch Press LOCK OUT to stop front and rear passengers from using their window switches The driver can still control all the windows with the lock on Press the LOCK OUT button again for normal wind...

Страница 89: ...r all the way up or down When the turn is finished the lever will return automatically An arrow on the instrument panel will flash in the direction of the turn or lane change To signal a lane change j...

Страница 90: ...ow beam pull the turn signal lever toward you When the high beams are on a light on the instrument panel will also be on Flash to Pass This feature lets you use your high beam headlamps to signal a dr...

Страница 91: ...r cycles Turn the band down for a longer delay time between wiper cycles Remember that damaged wiper blades may prevent you from seeing well enough to drive safely To avoid damage be sure to clear ice...

Страница 92: ...l stop but the wipers will continue to wipe for about three times or will either stop or will resume the speed you were using before Cruise Control With cruise control you can maintain a speed of abou...

Страница 93: ...uise control on slippery roads Setting Cruise Control CAUTION 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 Y...

Страница 94: ...s you want to go faster don t hold down the ACCEL RESUME button Increasing Speed While Using Cruise Control There are two ways to go to a higher speed D Use the accelerator pedal to get to the higher...

Страница 95: ...r Using Cruise Control on Hills How well your cruise control will work on hills depends upon your speed load and the steepness of the hills When going up steep hills you may have to step on the accele...

Страница 96: ...ment Panel Lights Turn the turn signal lever end cap up two positions to turn on D Headlamps D Parking Lamps D Sidemarker Lamps D Taillamps D License Plate Lamps D Instrument Panel Lights Turn the swi...

Страница 97: ...ide your Automatic Light Control ALC will turn on your headlamps at the normal brightness along with other lamps such as the taillamps sidemarker park lamps and the instrument panel lights The radio l...

Страница 98: ...gh beam headlamps are turned on When the high beams are turned off the fog lamps will come on again Interior Lamps Instrument Panel Intensity Control You can brighten or dim the instrument panel clust...

Страница 99: ...opened The OFF position will shut off the lamp completely even when a door is opened Trunk Lamp The trunk lamp comes on when you open your trunk Battery Saver Your vehicle is equipped with a battery...

Страница 100: ...r to the windshield To reduce glare from lights behind you move the lever toward you to the night position Manual Remote Control Mirror The outside rearview mirror should be adjusted so you can just s...

Страница 101: ...rror using the pad marked with arrows just below the selector switch Convex Outside Mirror Your passenger s side mirror is convex A convex mirror s surface is curved so you can see more from the drive...

Страница 102: ...which is also the armrest can be used to store maps gloves etc To open pull up on the driver s side of the lid The lower area can be used to store cassette tapes or compact discs To open the lower co...

Страница 103: ...ll loads like grocery bags behind the net It can help keep them from falling over during sharp turns or quick starts and stops The net isn t for larger heavier loads Store them in the trunk as far for...

Страница 104: ...on the passenger s side of the center console You can use it to plug in additional electric accessories Be sure to follow the proper installation instructions that are included with any electrical ac...

Страница 105: ...itions the air flow can be adjusted for driving comfort by pushing and holding the switch forward until the sunroof moves to a desired position To close the sunroof push the switch forward and hold it...

Страница 106: ...yellowblue 2 48 The Instrument Panel Your Information System...

Страница 107: ...ontrol Switches If Equipped E Horn F Instrument Panel Cluster G Windshield Wiper Washer Lever H Ignition Switch I Hazard Warning Flashers Switch J Fuse Panels K Climate Control System L Accessory Powe...

Страница 108: ...yellowblue 2 50 Instrument Panel Cluster Your vehicle is equipped with this cluster which includes indicator warning lights and gages that are explained on the following pages Be sure to read them...

Страница 109: ...ens if your vehicle needs a new odometer installed If the new one can be set to the mileage total of the old odometer then it must be But if it can t then it s set at zero and a label must be put on t...

Страница 110: ...nsive 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 your vehicl...

Страница 111: ...ome on Air Bag Readiness Light There is an air bag readiness light on the instrument panel which shows the air bag symbol The system checks the air bag s electrical system for malfunctions The light t...

Страница 112: ...essories such as the radio and air conditioner Brake System Warning Light Your vehicle s hydraulic brake system is divided into two parts If one part isn t working the other part can still work and st...

Страница 113: ...on or start your engine and it will stay on for three seconds That s normal If the light stays on turn the ignition to OFF Or if the light comes on and the chime sounds when you re driving stop as soo...

Страница 114: ...d stop your vehicle and turn off the engine as soon as possible In Problems on the Road this manual shows what to do See Engine Overheating in the Index Low Coolant Warning Light This light comes on b...

Страница 115: ...also designed to assist your service technician in correctly diagnosing any malfunction NOTICE If you keep driving your vehicle with this light on after a while your emission controls may not work as...

Страница 116: ...teady see If the Light Is On Steady following If the light continues to flash when it is safe to do so stop the vehicle Find a safe place to park your vehicle Turn the key off wait at least 10 seconds...

Страница 117: ...the above steps have made the light turn off have your dealer or qualified service center check the vehicle Your dealer has the proper test equipment and diagnostic tools to fix any mechanical or elec...

Страница 118: ...your engine oil level should be checked Prior to checking the oil level be sure your vehicle has been shut off for several minutes and is on a level surface Check the oil level on your dipstick and br...

Страница 119: ...see Passlock in the Index If the light comes on continuously while driving and stays on there may be a problem with the Passlock system Your vehicle will not be protected by Passlock and you should se...

Страница 120: ...tells you about how much fuel you have left when the ignition is on When the indicator nears empty the light will come on and you will hear a chime You still have a little fuel left but you should get...

Страница 121: ...d Defrosting Windows 3 5 Rear Window Defogger If Equipped 3 6 Ventilation System 3 7 Audio Systems 3 7 Setting the Clock 3 7 AM FM Stereo 3 9 AM FM Stereo with Cassette Tape Player and Automatic Tone...

Страница 122: ...To turn the fan off which will also turn the climate control system off turn the knob all the way counterclockwise In any other setting the fan will run continuously The fan must be on to run the air...

Страница 123: ...the air conditioner compressor The indicator light will glow when the button is pressed to indicate that the air conditioning system has been turned on The fan knob must be set to a speed Recirculati...

Страница 124: ...he temperature knob in the blue area and the A C button pushed in The system will bring in outside air and cool it Heating On cold days use FLOOR and the outside air button with the temperature knob a...

Страница 125: ...To defog the side windows while using air conditioning use BI LEVEL and adjust the fan to the highest speed and press the A C button For added airflow to the side windows aim the side vents toward th...

Страница 126: ...gh ventilation system supplies outside air into the vehicle when it is moving Outside air will also enter the vehicle when the air conditioning fan is running Ventilation Tips D Keep the hood and fron...

Страница 127: ...cquaint yourself with it first Find out what your Delco Electronics system can do and how to operate all its controls to be sure you re getting the most out of the advanced engineering that went into...

Страница 128: ...seconds The radio will go to a station stop for a few seconds then go on to the next station Press the button again to stop scanning The sound will mute while scanning and SCAN will appear on the dis...

Страница 129: ...xtends Turn the knob to move the sound to the left or right speakers The middle position balances the sound between the speakers FADE Press the knob lightly so it extends Then pull the knob all the wa...

Страница 130: ...ation Press the button again to stop scanning The sound will mute while scanning and SCAN will appear on the display If you press SCAN for more than two seconds the radio will change to P SCAN mode P...

Страница 131: ...e control will return to the BASS and TREB knobs Also if you use the BASS and TREB knobs control will return to them and MANUAL will appear Adjusting the Speakers BAL Press this knob lightly so it ext...

Страница 132: ...r If your radio displays an error number write it down and provide it to your dealer when reporting the problem REV 1 Press this button to reverse the tape rapidly Press it again to return to playing...

Страница 133: ...ing EJECT Press this button to remove the tape The radio will play EJECT may be activated with either the ignition or radio off Cassettes may be loaded with the radio and ignition off if this button i...

Страница 134: ...ation Press the button again to stop scanning The sound will mute while scanning and SCAN will appear on the display If you press SCAN for more than two seconds the radio will change to P SCAN mode P...

Страница 135: ...ting the Speakers BAL Press this knob lightly so it extends Turn the knob to move the sound to the left or right speakers The middle position balances the sound between the speakers FADE Press the kno...

Страница 136: ...tton to reverse the tape rapidly Press it again to return to playing speed The radio will play the last selected station while the tape reverses You may select stations during REV operation by using T...

Страница 137: ...her the ignition or radio off Cassettes may be loaded with the radio and ignition off if this button is pressed first CLN If this message appears on the display the cassette tape player needs to be cl...

Страница 138: ...ear on the display when you press this button TONE Press this button to select a tone while playing a compact disc The tone that you set will be activated each time you play a compact disc SEEK Press...

Страница 139: ...will eject and the radio will play EJECT may be activated with either the ignition or radio off Cassettes and compact discs may be loaded with the radio and ignition off if this button is pressed fir...

Страница 140: ...gain to make the last two digits agree with your code 7 Press HR to make the first one or two digits agree with your code 8 Press AM FM after you have confirmed that the code matches the secret code y...

Страница 141: ...he code matches 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 wil...

Страница 142: ...crease volume slowly until you hear comfortably and clearly NOTICE Before you add any sound equipment to your vehicle like a tape player CB radio mobile telephone or two way radio be sure you can add...

Страница 143: ...s the use of a scrubbing action non abrasive cleaning cassette with pads which scrub the tape head as the hubs of the cleaner cassette turn The recommended cleaning cassette is available through your...

Страница 144: ...s by grasping the outer edges or the edge of the hole and the outer edge Care of Your Compact Disc Player The use of CD lens cleaner discs is not advised due to the risk of contaminating the lens of t...

Страница 145: ...ve Driving 4 3 Drunken Driving 4 6 Control of a Vehicle 4 6 Braking 4 9 Steering 4 11 Off Road Recovery 4 12 Passing 4 13 Loss of Control 4 14 Driving at Night 4 16 Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads 4...

Страница 146: ...st preventable of accidents Yet they are common Allow enough following distance It s the best defensive driving maneuver in both city and rural driving You never know when the vehicle in front of you...

Страница 147: ...rink alcohol There are good medical psychological and developmental reasons for these laws The obvious way to solve the leading highway safety problem is for people never to drink alcohol and then dri...

Страница 148: ...n some other countries it s even lower The BAC limit for all commercial drivers in the United States is 0 04 percent The BAC will be over 0 10 percent after three to six drinks in one hour Of course a...

Страница 149: ...cohol in a person s system can make crash injuries worse especially injuries to the brain spinal cord or heart This means that when anyone who has been drinking driver or passenger is in a crash that...

Страница 150: ...bring up your foot and do it That s reaction time Average reaction time is about 3 4 of a second But that s only an average It might be less with one driver and as long as two or three seconds or more...

Страница 151: ...ng and longer brake life If your engine ever stops while you re driving brake normally but don t pump your brakes If you do the pedal may get harder to push down If your engine stops you will still ha...

Страница 152: ...e wheels is about to stop rolling the computer will separately work the brakes at each front wheel and at both rear wheels The anti lock system can change the brake pressure faster than any driver cou...

Страница 153: ...ore effort Steering Tips Driving on Curves It s important to take curves at a reasonable speed A lot of the driver lost control accidents mentioned on the news happen on curves Here s why Experienced...

Страница 154: ...out of the curve and then accelerate gently into the straightaway Steering in Emergencies There are times when steering can be more effective than braking For example you come over a hill and find a...

Страница 155: ...e is a good reason to practice defensive driving at all times and wear safety belts properly Off Road Recovery You may find that your right wheels have dropped off the edge of a road onto the shoulder...

Страница 156: ...lly indicates it s all right to pass providing the road ahead is clear Never cross a solid line on your side of the lane or a double solid line even if the road seems empty of approaching traffic D Do...

Страница 157: ...ntrol systems brakes steering and acceleration don t have enough friction where the tires meet the road to do what the driver has asked In any emergency don t give up Keep trying to steer and constant...

Страница 158: ...ration or braking including engine braking by shifting to a lower gear Any sudden changes could cause the tires to slide You may not realize the surface is slippery until your vehicle is skidding Lear...

Страница 159: ...es at night They may cut down on glare from headlamps but they also make a lot of things invisible You can be temporarily blinded by approaching headlamps It can take a second or two or even several s...

Страница 160: ...t wet suddenly when your reflexes are tuned for driving on dry pavement The heavier the rain the harder it is to see Even if your windshield wiper blades are in good shape a heavy rain can make it har...

Страница 161: ...es Try to avoid puddles But if you can t try to slow down before you hit them CAUTION Wet brakes can cause accidents They won t work as well in a quick stop and may cause pulling to one side You could...

Страница 162: ...droplaning usually happens at higher speeds There just isn t a hard and fast rule about hydroplaning The best advice is to slow down when it is raining Driving Through Deep Standing Water NOTICE If yo...

Страница 163: ...Get a city map and plan your trip into an unknown part of the city just as you would for a cross country trip D Try to use the freeways that rim and crisscross most large cities You ll save time and e...

Страница 164: ...merge into the gap at close to the prevailing speed Switch on your turn signal check your mirrors and glance over your shoulder as often as necessary Try to blend smoothly with the traffic flow Once y...

Страница 165: ...have it done before starting out Of course you ll find experienced and able service experts in Oldsmobile dealerships all across North America They ll be ready and willing to help if you need it Here...

Страница 166: ...leave the road in less than a second and you could crash and be injured What can you do about highway hypnosis First be aware that it can happen Then here are some tips D Make sure your vehicle is we...

Страница 167: ...ownhill slope CAUTION Coasting downhill in NEUTRAL N or with the ignition off is dangerous Your brakes will have to do all the work of slowing down They could get so hot that they wouldn t work well Y...

Страница 168: ...craper a small brush or broom a supply of windshield washer fluid a rag some winter outer clothing a small shovel a flashlight a red cloth and a couple of reflective warning triangles And if you will...

Страница 169: ...e Very cold snow or ice can be slick and hard to drive on But wet ice can be even more trouble because it may offer the least traction of all You can get wet ice when it s about freezing 32_F 0_C and...

Страница 170: ...where the sun can t reach around clumps of trees behind buildings or under bridges Sometimes the surface of a curve or an overpass may remain icy when the surrounding roads are clear If you see a pat...

Страница 171: ...n the engine to keep warm but be careful CAUTION Snow can trap exhaust gases under your vehicle This can cause deadly CO carbon monoxide gas to get inside CO could overcome you and kill you You can t...

Страница 172: ...as little as possible Preserve the fuel as long as you can To help keep warm you can get out of the vehicle and do some fairly vigorous exercises every half hour or so until help comes Recreational Ve...

Страница 173: ...ction Control Module Cluster This will prevent your battery from draining while towing See Instrument Panel Fuse Block Left in Section 6 for the location of these fuses 5 Turn the ignition to ACC 6 Sh...

Страница 174: ...y The Tire Loading Information label found on the rear edge of the driver s side rear passenger door tells you the proper size speed rating and recommended inflation pressures for the tires on your ve...

Страница 175: ...GVWR for your vehicle or the Gross Axle Weight Rating GAWR for either the front or rear axle And if you do have a heavy load you should spread it out Don t carry more than 132 lbs 60 kg in your trunk...

Страница 176: ...you carry something inside the vehicle secure it whenever you can D Don t leave a seat folded down unless you need to Towing a Trailer CAUTION If you don t use the correct equipment and drive properly...

Страница 177: ...higher speeds and under greater loads generating extra heat What s more the trailer adds considerably to wind resistance increasing the pulling requirements If You Do Decide To Pull A Trailer If you d...

Страница 178: ...ilering information or advice or you can write us at Oldsmobile Customer Assistance Network 16 E Judson Street P O Box 436006 Pontiac MI 48343 6006 In Canada write to General Motors of Canada Limited...

Страница 179: ...the driver s door or see Loading Your Vehicle in the Index Then be sure you don t go over the GVW limit for your vehicle including the weight of the trailer tongue Hitches It s important to have the c...

Страница 180: ...es do not try to tap into your vehicle s brake system If you do both systems won t work well or at all Driving with a Trailer Towing a trailer requires a certain amount of experience Before setting ou...

Страница 181: ...the bottom of the steering wheel with one hand Then to move the trailer to the left just move that hand to the left To move the trailer to the right move your hand to the right Always back up slowly...

Страница 182: ...trailer bulbs are still working Driving On Grades NOTICE Do not tow on steep continuous grades exceeding 6 miles 9 6 km Extended higher than normal engine and transaxle temperatures may result and dam...

Страница 183: ...ave someone place chocks under the trailer wheels 3 When the chocks are in place release the regular brakes until the chocks absorb the load 4 Reapply the regular brakes Then apply your parking brake...

Страница 184: ...overfill engine oil drive belt cooling system and brake system Each of these is covered in this manual and the Index will help you find them quickly If you re trailering it s a good idea to review th...

Страница 185: ...some problems that can occur on the road 5 2 Hazard Warning Flashers 5 2 Other Warning Devices 5 3 Jump Starting 5 8 Towing Your Vehicle 5 9 Engine Overheating 5 18 If a Tire Goes Flat 5 19 Changing...

Страница 186: ...n your hazard flashers on The switch will flash when activated Your hazard warning flashers work no matter what position your key is in and even if the key isn t in To turn off the flashers press the...

Страница 187: ...ps exactly some or all of these things can hurt you NOTICE Ignoring these steps could result in costly damage to your vehicle that wouldn t be covered by your warranty The ACDelco FreedomR battery in...

Страница 188: ...before setting the parking brake 3 Turn off the ignition on both vehicles Unplug unnecessary accessories plugged into the cigarette lighter or the accessory power outlet Turn off all lamps that aren...

Страница 189: ...ontains acid that can burn you Don t get it on you If you accidentally get it in your eyes or on your skin flush the place with water and get medical help immediately 6 Check that the jumper cables do...

Страница 190: ...ositive terminal of the vehicle with the dead battery Use a remote positive terminal if the vehicle has one 8 Don t let the other end touch metal Connect it to the positive terminal of the good batter...

Страница 191: ...e dead battery 10 Attach the cable at least 18 inches 45 cm away from the dead battery but not near engine parts that move The electrical connection is just as good there but the chance of sparks gett...

Страница 192: ...Your Vehicle CAUTION To help avoid serious personal injury to you or others D Never let passengers ride in a vehicle that is being towed D Never tow faster than safe or posted speeds D Never tow with...

Страница 193: ...n be towed with wheel lift equipment or car carrier equipment Consult your dealer or a professional towing service if you need to have your vehicle towed See Roadside Assistance in the Index Engine Ov...

Страница 194: ...until it cools down Wait until there is no sign of steam or coolant before you open the hood If you keep driving when your engine is overheated the liquids in it can catch fire You or others could be...

Страница 195: ...a traffic jam shift to NEUTRAL N otherwise shift to the highest gear while driving AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE D or THIRD 3 If you no longer have the overheat warning you can drive Just to be safe drive slow...

Страница 196: ...own The coolant level should be at or above the FULL COLD mark If it isn t you may have a leak in the radiator hoses heater hoses radiator water pump or somewhere else in the cooling system CAUTION He...

Страница 197: ...t other than DEX COOLR is not covered by your new vehicle warranty If there seems to be no leak with the engine on check to see if the electric engine cooling fans are running If the engine is overhea...

Страница 198: ...der pressure and if you turn the coolant surge tank pressure cap even a little they can come out at high speed Never turn the cap when the cooling system including the coolant surge tank pressure cap...

Страница 199: ...could get too hot but you wouldn t get the overheat warning Your engine could catch fire and you or others could be burned Use a 50 50 mixture of clean drinkable water and DEX COOLR coolant NOTICE In...

Страница 200: ...tank pressure cap and upper radiator hose is no longer hot Turn the pressure cap slowly counterclockwise left about two or two and one half turns If you hear a hiss wait for that to stop This will all...

Страница 201: ...ure cap off start the engine and let it run until you can feel the upper radiator hose getting hot Watch out for the engine cooling fans By this time the coolant level inside the coolant surge tank ma...

Страница 202: ...what to do If a front tire fails the flat tire will create a drag that pulls the vehicle toward that side Take your foot off the accelerator pedal and grip the steering wheel firmly Steer to maintain...

Страница 203: ...d they could be badly injured Find a level place to change your tire To help prevent the vehicle from moving 1 Set the parking brake firmly 2 Put the shift lever in PARK P 3 Turn off the engine To be...

Страница 204: ...e the cover See Compact Spare Tire later in this section for more information about the compact spare You will find the jacking instructions label on the underside of the tire cover Turn the wing nut...

Страница 205: ...jack handle B Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire 1 On vehicles equipped with steel wheel covers do not try to remove the nut caps from the wheel cover Give the cover a sharp pull or...

Страница 206: ...dels are equipped with aluminum wheels Remove the cover plate to find the wheel nuts Carefully use the wedge end of the wheel wrench to pry it off 3 Then use the jack handle to loosen all the wheel nu...

Страница 207: ...t is jacked up is dangerous If the vehicle slips off the jack you could be badly injured or killed Never get under a vehicle when it is supported only by a jack CAUTION Raising your vehicle with the j...

Страница 208: ...lts mounting surfaces and spare wheel CAUTION Rust or dirt on the wheel or on the parts to which it is fastened can make the wheel nuts become loose after a time The wheel could come off and cause an...

Страница 209: ...ould fall off causing a serious accident 9 Install the tire and replace the wheel nuts with the cone end of the nuts toward the wheel Tighten each nut by hand or with the jack handle until the wheel i...

Страница 210: ...t Be sure to use the correct wheel nuts If you have to replace them be sure to get new original equipment wheel nuts Stop somewhere as soon as you can and have the nuts tightened with a torque wrench...

Страница 211: ...tment of the vehicle could cause injury In a sudden stop or collision loose equipment could strike someone Store all these in the proper place Store the jack and jack handle in the foam tray Place the...

Страница 212: ...ion loose equipment could strike someone Store all these in the proper place The compact spare is for temporary use only Replace the compact spare tire with a full size tire as soon as you can See Com...

Страница 213: ...here you want Of course it s best to replace your spare with a full size tire as soon as you can Your spare will last longer and be in good shape in case you need it again NOTICE When the compact spar...

Страница 214: ...y parts of your vehicle as well as the tires If you spin the wheels too fast while shifting your transaxle back and forth you can destroy your transaxle For information about using tire chains on your...

Страница 215: ...hecking Things Under the Hood 6 12 Engine Oil 6 16 Engine Air Cleaner Filter 6 17 Automatic Transaxle Fluid 6 18 Surge Tank Pressure Cap 6 18 Thermostat 6 18 Engine Coolant 6 22 Power Steering Fluid 6...

Страница 216: ...If you want to do some of your own service work you ll want to use the proper service manual It tells you much more about how to service your vehicle than this manual can To order the proper service...

Страница 217: ...recommended that the gasoline meet specifications which have been developed by the American Automobile Manufacturers Association AAMA and endorsed by the Canadian Motor Vehicle Manufacturers Associati...

Страница 218: ...our service station operator whether or not the fuel contains MMT General Motors does not recommend the use of such gasolines If fuels containing MMT are used spark plug life may be reduced and your e...

Страница 219: ...o club or contact a major oil company that does business in the country where you ll be driving You can also write us at the following address for advice Just tell us where you re going and give your...

Страница 220: ...oo soon it will spring back to the right CAUTION If you get gasoline on yourself and then something ignites it you could be badly burned Gasoline can spray out on you if you open the fuel filler cap t...

Страница 221: ...tank and emissions system may be damaged See Malfunction Indicator Lamp in the Index Filling a Portable Fuel Container CAUTION Never fill a portable fuel container while it is in your vehicle Static...

Страница 222: ...get on hot engine parts and start a fire These include liquids like gasoline oil coolant brake fluid windshield washer and other fluids and plastic or rubber You or others could be burned Be careful...

Страница 223: ...elease handle before lifting the hood 3 Lift the hood release the hood prop rod from its retainer and put the hood prop rod into the slot marked PROP ROD Before closing the hood be sure all the filler...

Страница 224: ...ine When you open the hood you ll see A Engine Coolant Surge Tank B Power Steering Fluid Reservoir C Engine Oil Fill Cap D Engine Oil Dipstick E Brake Fluid Reservoir F Air Cleaner Filter G Battery H...

Страница 225: ...ine When you open the hood you ll see A Engine Coolant Surge Tank B Power Steering Fluid Reservoir C Engine Oil Fill Cap D Engine Oil Dipstick E Brake Fluid Reservoir F Air Cleaner Filter G Battery H...

Страница 226: ...il level regularly this is an added reminder It s a good idea to check your engine oil every time you get fuel In order to get an accurate reading the oil must be warm and the vehicle must be on level...

Страница 227: ...st use the right kind This part explains what kind of oil to use For crankcase capacity see Capacities and Specifications in the Index NOTICE Don t add too much oil If your engine has so much oil that...

Страница 228: ...nstitute API Do not use any oil which does not carry this Starburst symbol If you change your own oil be sure you use oil that has the Starburst symbol on the front of the oil container If you have yo...

Страница 229: ...otection for your engine at extremely low temperatures Engine Oil Additives Don t add anything to your oil Your dealer is ready to advise if you think something should be added When to Change Engine O...

Страница 230: ...manufacturer s warnings about the use and disposal of oil products Used oil can be a real threat to the environment If you change your own oil be sure to drain all free flowing oil from the filter be...

Страница 231: ...filter in place when you re driving Automatic Transaxle Fluid It is not necessary to check the transaxle fluid level A transaxle fluid leak is the only reason for fluid loss If a leak occurs take the...

Страница 232: ...k pressure cap a GM cap is recommended Thermostat Engine coolant temperature is controlled by a thermostat in the engine coolant system The thermostat stops the flow of coolant through the radiator un...

Страница 233: ...months whichever occurs first Damage caused by the use of coolant other than DEX COOLR is not covered by your new vehicle warranty What to Use Use a mixture of one half clean drinkable water and one h...

Страница 234: ...reeze and crack the engine radiator heater core and other parts If you have to add coolant more than four times a year have your dealer check your cooling system NOTICE If you use the proper coolant y...

Страница 235: ...lant level should be at the FULL COLD mark or slightly higher If the low coolant light comes on and stays on it means you re low on engine coolant Adding Coolant If you need more coolant add the prope...

Страница 236: ...mpartment is cool wipe the cap and the top of the reservoir clean then unscrew the cap and wipe the dipstick with a clean rag Replace the cap and completely tighten it Then remove the cap again and lo...

Страница 237: ...s full NOTICE D When using concentrated washer fluid follow the manufacturer s instructions for adding water D Don t mix water with ready to use washer fluid Water can cause the solution to freeze and...

Страница 238: ...should have your brake system fixed since a leak means that sooner or later your brakes won t work well or won t work at all So it isn t a good idea to top off your brake fluid Adding brake fluid won...

Страница 239: ...CAUTION With the wrong kind of fluid in your brake system your brakes may not work well or they may not even work at all This could cause a crash Always use the proper brake fluid NOTICE D Using the...

Страница 240: ...climates may cause a brake squeal when the brakes are first applied or lightly applied This does not mean something is wrong with your brakes Properly torqued wheel nuts are necessary to help prevent...

Страница 241: ...ake System Parts The braking system on a vehicle is complex Its many parts havetobeoftopqualityandworkwelltogetherifthevehicle is to have really good braking Your vehicle was designed and tested with...

Страница 242: ...ting hurt Contact your dealer to learn how to prepare your vehicle for longer storage periods Also for your audio system see Theft Deterrent Feature in the Index Bulb Replacement This section describe...

Страница 243: ...bly and remove it 2 Carefully pull directly up on the two latches 3 Remove the lamp assembly from the vehicle by pulling forward Use care not to scratch the vehicle with the lamp or the lamp with the...

Страница 244: ...ly 6 Replace the lamp to its original position by carefully lining up the lamp to the mounting balls 7 Press down on the two latches Replace the splash shield by pushing down on the retainer Front Ext...

Страница 245: ...headlamp assembly and remove it 2 Carefully pull directly up on the two latches 3 Remove the lamp assembly from the vehicle by pulling forward Use care not to scratch the vehicle with the lamp or the...

Страница 246: ...its original position by carefully lining up the lamp to the mounting balls 8 Press down on the two latches Replace the splash shield by pushing down on the retainer Center High Mounted Stoplamp CHMSL...

Страница 247: ...ue 6 33 Rear Exterior Lamps A Back Up Lamp B Taillamp Stoplamp C Rear Turn Signal Lamp Tail Stop Turn Signal Back Up Lamps 1 Unscrew the fastener that holds in the trunk trim 2 Gently pull back the tr...

Страница 248: ...yellowblue 6 34 3 Remove the three plastic wingnuts 4 Pull out the taillamp assembly to expose the backplate...

Страница 249: ...e car Make sure that all six tabs are securely fastened to the backplate before reassembling the lamp 8 When securing the lamp back into place align the lamp so that the trunk lid doesn t contact it D...

Страница 250: ...es for more information Replacement blades come in different types and are removed in different ways For the proper type and length see Capacities and Specifications in the Index Here s how to remove...

Страница 251: ...ould have an air out and a serious accident See Loading Your Vehicle in the Index D Underinflated tires pose the same danger as overloaded tires The resulting accident could cause serious injury Check...

Страница 252: ...heat D Tire overloading D Bad wear D Bad handling D Bad fuel economy NOTICE Continued NOTICE Continued If your tires have too much air overinflation you can get the following D Unusual wear D Bad hand...

Страница 253: ...always 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 o...

Страница 254: ...e or location of the damage Buying New Tires To find out what kind and size of tires you need look at the Tire Loading Information label The tires installed on your vehicle when it was new had a Tire...

Страница 255: ...th the wheels on your vehicle Uniform Tire Quality Grading The following information relates to the system developed by the United States National Highway Traffic Safety Administration which grades ti...

Страница 256: ...gned to this tire is based on straight ahead braking traction tests and does not include acceleration cornering hydroplaning or peak traction characteristics Temperature A B C The temperature grades a...

Страница 257: ...ir replace it except some aluminum wheels which can sometimes be repaired See your dealer if any of these conditions exist Your dealer will know the kind of wheel you need Each new wheel should have t...

Страница 258: ...iven It could fail suddenly and cause an accident If you have to replace a wheel use a new GM original equipment wheel Tire Chains NOTICE Use tire chains only where legal and only when you must Use on...

Страница 259: ...and they can all damage your vehicle too Don t use any of these unless this manual says you can In many uses these will damage your vehicle D Alcohol D Laundry Soap D Bleach D Reducing Agents Cleanin...

Страница 260: ...Wipe cleaned area with a clean damp towel or cloth 7 Wipe with a clean cloth and let dry Special Fabric Cleaning Problems Stains caused by such things as catsup coffee black egg fruit fruit juice milk...

Страница 261: ...ther cleaner See your dealer for this product D Never use oils varnishes solvent based or abrasive cleaners furniture polish or shoe polish on leather D Soiled or stained leather should be cleaned imm...

Страница 262: ...the inside of the rear window an electric defogger element may be damaged Any temporary license should not be attached across the defogger grid Cleaning the Outside of the Windshield and Wiper Blades...

Страница 263: ...the direct rays of the sun Use a car washing soap Don t use strong soaps or chemical detergents Be sure to rinse the vehicle well removing all soap residue completely You can get GM approved cleaning...

Страница 264: ...ressive polishing on a basecoat clearcoat paint finish may dull the finish or leave swirl marks Foreign materials such as calcium chloride and other salts ice melting agents road oil and tar tree sap...

Страница 265: ...ls other than chrome plated wheels Don t take your vehicle through an automatic car wash that has silicon carbide tire cleaning brushes These brushes can also damage the surface of these wheels Cleani...

Страница 266: ...they have corrosion protection At least every spring flush these materials from the underbody with plain water Clean any areas where mud and other debris can collect Dirt packed in closed areas of th...

Страница 267: ...last plastic rubber and vinyl 1052925 16 oz 0 473 L Multi Purpose Interior Cleaner Cleans carpets seats interior trim door panels and floor mats 1052929 16 oz 0 473 L Wheel Cleaner Spray on and rinse...

Страница 268: ...nd the certificates of title and registration Engine Identification The 8th character in your VIN is the engine code This code will help you identify your engine specifications and replacement parts S...

Страница 269: ...iring is protected by fuses one for each headlamp in the fuse block An electrical overload will cause the lamps to turn off If this happens have your headlamp wiring checked right away Windshield Wipe...

Страница 270: ...are fuse you can borrow one that has the same amperage Just pick a feature of your vehicle that you can get along without like the radio or cigarette lighter and use its fuse if it is the correct ampe...

Страница 271: ...Body Function Control Module H Powertrain Control Module J Door Locks K Body Function Control Module Cluster STOP LPS Stoplamps HAZARD LPS Hazard Lamps IPC HVAC BATT Cluster Climate Control MICRO RELA...

Страница 272: ...6 6907 X Fuse Usage A Instrument Panel Lights Dimmer B Cruise Control C Climate Control System D Cruise Control E Fog Lamps F Interior Lamps Body Function Control Module G Radio H Sunroof CIRCUIT BRKR...

Страница 273: ...gine compartment fuse block is located on the driver s side of the engine compartment near the air cleaner Fuse Usage Maxi Fuses 1 Ignition Switch 2 Left Hand Electrical Center Power Seats Power Mirro...

Страница 274: ...s Mini Relays 9 Rear Defog 10 Not Used 11 Anti Lock Brakes 12 Cooling Fan 13 HVAC Blower Climate Control 14 Cooling Fans 15 Cooling Fans Fuse Usage Micro Relays 16 Air Conditioning Compressor 17 Not U...

Страница 275: ...n Control Module 45 Parking Lamps 46 Rear Defog Daytime Running Lamps Climate Control System Fuse Usage 47 Canister Purge Valve Powertrain Control Module Exhaust Gas Recirculation Heated O2 Sensor 48...

Страница 276: ...Level Stop 912 Tail Stop Lamp 3057 Interior Lamps Bulb Dome 561 Capacities and Specifications Engine Specifications VIN Engine Code J Type V6 Displacement 3 1 Liters Firing Order 1 2 3 4 5 6 Horsepowe...

Страница 277: ...Air Conditioning Refrigerants Not all air conditioning refrigerants are the same If the air conditioning system in your vehicle needs refrigerant be sure the proper refrigerant is used If you re not...

Страница 278: ...yellowblue 6 64 NOTES...

Страница 279: ...bility and emission control performance 7 2 Introduction 7 4 Part A Scheduled Maintenance Services 7 5 Scheduled Maintenance 7 7 Short Trip City Scheduled Maintenance 7 19 Long Trip Highway Scheduled...

Страница 280: ...nance not only helps to keep your vehicle in good working condition but also helps the environment All recommended maintenance procedures are important Improper vehicle maintenance can even affect the...

Страница 281: ...ce information See Service and Owner Publications in the Index Part B Owner Checks and Services tells you what should be checked and when It also explains what you can easily do to help keep your vehi...

Страница 282: ...tells you the maintenance services you should have done and when you should schedule them If you go to your dealer for your service needs you ll know that GM trained and supported service people will...

Страница 283: ...conditions cause engine oil to break down sooner Short Trip City Intervals Every 3 000 Miles 5 000 km Engine Oil and Filter Change or 3 months whichever occurs first Every 6 000 Miles 10 000 km Chass...

Страница 284: ...hway Intervals Every 7 500 Miles 12 500 km Engine Oil and Filter Change or every 12 months whichever occurs first Tire Rotation Every 30 000 Miles 50 000 km Air Cleaner Filter Replacement Fuel Tank Ca...

Страница 285: ...pections following Footnotes The U S Environmental Protection Agency or the California Air Resources Board has determined that the failure to perform this maintenance item will not nullify the emissio...

Страница 286: ...oper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 9 000 Miles 15 000 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service 12 000 Miles 20...

Страница 287: ...e j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 21 000 Miles 35 000 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 3 mont...

Страница 288: ...Emission Control Service j Inspect fuel tank cap and lines for damage or leaks Inspect fuel cap gasket for any damage Replace parts as needed An Emission Control Service See footnote j Rotate tires S...

Страница 289: ...0 Miles 70 000 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation p...

Страница 290: ...is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90_F 32_C or higher In hilly or mountainous terrain When doing frequent tra...

Страница 291: ...60 000 Miles 100 000 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service j Inspect engine accessory drive belt An Emission Control Service j Replace...

Страница 292: ...roper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 69 000 Miles 115 000 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service 72 000 Miles...

Страница 293: ...Service See footnote 78 000 Miles 130 000 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the...

Страница 294: ...first An Emission Control Service 90 000 Miles 150 000 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service j Replace air cleaner filter An Emission C...

Страница 295: ...filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See foo...

Страница 296: ...lly or mountainous terrain When doing frequent trailer towing Uses such as found in taxi police or delivery service If you do not use your vehicle under any of these conditions the fluid and filter do...

Страница 297: ...spections following Footnotes The U S Environmental Protection Agency or the California Air Resources Board has determined that the failure to perform this maintenance item will not nullify the emissi...

Страница 298: ...filter or every 12 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See foo...

Страница 299: ...ace parts as needed An Emission Control Service See footnote 37 500 Miles 62 500 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 12 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service j Rotate tires...

Страница 300: ...onditions the fluid and filter do not require changing 52 500 Miles 87 500 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 12 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service j Rotate tires See Ti...

Страница 301: ...500 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 12 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and...

Страница 302: ...An Emission Control Service j Inspect fuel tank cap and lines for damage or leaks Inspect fuel cap gasket for any damage Replace parts as needed An Emission Control Service See footnote j Rotate tires...

Страница 303: ...ly or mountainous terrain When doing frequent trailer towing Uses such as found in taxi police or delivery service If you do not use your vehicle under any of these conditions the fluid and filter do...

Страница 304: ...heck the engine oil level and add the proper oil if necessary See Engine Oil in the Index for further details Engine Coolant Level Check Check the engine coolant level and add DEX COOLR coolant mixtur...

Страница 305: ...therstrip Lubrication Silicone grease on weatherstrips will make them last longer seal better and not stick or squeak Apply silicone grease with a clean cloth During very cold damp weather more freque...

Страница 306: ...works in any other position your vehicle needs service Brake Transaxle Shift Interlock BTSI Check CAUTION When you are doing this check the vehicle could move suddenly If it does you or others could b...

Страница 307: ...to roll Be ready to apply the regular brake at once should the vehicle begin to move Park on a fairly steep hill with the vehicle facing downhill Keeping your foot on the regular brake set the parkin...

Страница 308: ...ines and hoses for proper hook up binding leaks cracks chafing etc Clean and then inspect the drive axle boot seals for damage tears or leakage Replace seals if necessary Exhaust System Inspection Ins...

Страница 309: ...pect 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 brake lin...

Страница 310: ...11R Brake Fluid GM Part No 12377967 or equivalent DOT 3 Brake Fluid USAGE FLUID LUBRICANT Windshield Washer Solvent GM OptikleenR Washer Solvent GM Part No 1051515 or equivalent Power Steering System...

Страница 311: ...s provided after the maintenance interval Any additional information from Owner Checks and Services or Periodic Maintenance can be added on the following record pages Also you should retain all mainte...

Страница 312: ...yellowblue 7 34 Maintenance Record DATE ODOMETER READING SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED...

Страница 313: ...ustomer Assistance for Text Telephone TTY Users 8 4 Customer Assistance Offices 8 5 GM Mobility Program for Persons with Disabilities 8 6 Oldsmobile Roadside Assistance Program Features and Benefits 8...

Страница 314: ...partments Sometimes however despite the best intentions of all concerned misunderstandings can occur If your concern has not been resolved to your satisfaction the following steps should be taken STEP...

Страница 315: ...ion or title or the plate at the top left of the instrument panel and visible through the windshield D Dealership name and location D Vehicle delivery date and present mileage When contacting Oldsmobi...

Страница 316: ...50 states and the District of Columbia Eligibility is limited by vehicle age mileage and other factors General Motors reserves the right to change eligibility limitations and or discontinue its parti...

Страница 317: ...If toll free service is not available in the Caribbean call Puerto Rico 1 787 763 1315 GM Mobility Program for Persons with Disabilities This program available to qualified applicants can reimburse yo...

Страница 318: ...s a day 365 days a year We will provide the following services during the Bumper to Bumper warranty period at no expense to you D Fuel delivery D Lock out service identification required D Tow to the...

Страница 319: ...ur family Remember we re only a phone call away Oldsmobile Roadside Assistance 1 800 442 OLDS 6537 Courtesy Transportation Oldsmobile has always exemplified quality and value in its offering of motor...

Страница 320: ...sonable fuel expenses up to 10 per day five day maximum may be available Claim amounts should reflect actual costs and be supported by original receipts Courtesy Rental Vehicle When your vehicle is un...

Страница 321: ...or vehicle operators license in their name anyone who is under the influence of alcohol or drugs or anyone whose mental or physical abilities are impaired so as to be unable to operate a motor vehicle...

Страница 322: ...we certainly hope you ll notify us Please call us at 1 800 442 6537 or write Oldsmobile Customer Assistance Network 16 E Judson Street P O Box 436006 Pontiac MI 48343 6006 In Canada please call us at...

Страница 323: ...mation about the vehicle The owner s manual will include the Maintenance Schedule for all models In Portfolio Includes a Portfolio Owner s Manual and Warranty Booklet RETAIL SELL PRICE 20 00 Without P...

Страница 324: ...99 90 00 1999 50 00 1999 20 00 1999 15 00 TOTAL MATERIAL Michigan Purchasers U S Order Processing 6 00 Canadian Postage GRAND TOTAL add 6 sales tax See Note Below GM OLD ORD99 Prices are subject to ch...

Страница 325: ...Alignment and Balance Tire 6 43 Aluminum Wheels Cleaning 6 51 Antenna Fixed 3 24 Antifreeze 6 18 Anti Lock Brake System Warning Light 2 54 4 7 Brakes 2 55 4 7 Anti Theft Radio 3 19 Appearance Care 6...

Страница 326: ...cifications 6 62 Care of Your Compact Disc Player 3 24 Cassette Deck Service 7 26 Cassette Tape Player 3 9 3 13 Cassette Tape Player Care 3 23 CD Player 3 13 CD Player Theft Deterrent Feature 3 19 Cen...

Страница 327: ...20 Heater Engine 2 17 Surge Tank 5 11 Surge Tank Pressure Cap 6 18 What to Use 6 19 Cooling System 5 11 Courtesy Transportation 8 7 Cruise Control 2 34 Cruise Light 2 61 Cupholder Center Console 2 45...

Страница 328: ...nt Level Check 7 26 Coolant Temperature Gage 2 56 Exhaust 2 10 2 28 4 27 Fuse Block 6 59 6 60 6 61 Identification 6 54 Oil Level Check 7 26 Overheating 5 9 Running While Parked 2 28 Specifications 6 6...

Страница 329: ...s 2 38 Bulb Replacement 6 29 High Low Beam Changer 2 32 On Reminder 2 38 Wiring 6 55 Hearing Impaired Customer Assistance 8 4 Heating 3 4 High Beam Headlamps 2 32 Highway Hypnosis 4 22 Hill and Mounta...

Страница 330: ...le with the Engine Running 2 25 Lights Air Bag Readiness 1 22 2 53 Anti Lock Brake System Warning 2 54 4 7 Brake System Warning 2 54 6 25 Charging System Indicator 2 54 Check Engine 2 57 Check Oil 2 6...

Страница 331: ...2 Manual Remote Control Mirror 2 42 Methanol 6 4 Mirror Reading Lamps 2 41 Mirrors 2 42 Convex Outside 2 43 Inside Day Night Rearview 2 42 Manual Remote Control 2 42 Outside 2 42 Power Remote Control...

Страница 332: ...er 8 10 8 11 8 12 Radiator 5 11 Radio Reception 3 21 Radios 3 7 Rain Driving In 4 16 Rear Door Security Locks 2 5 Interior Lock Out 1 6 Outside Seat Position 1 27 Safety Belt Comfort Guides 1 30 Seat...

Страница 333: ...3 Lap Shoulder 1 12 1 27 Larger Children 1 49 Passenger Position 1 20 Questions and Answers 1 11 Rear Comfort Guides 1 30 Rear Seat Outside Passenger Positions 1 27 Rear Seat Passengers 1 27 Reminder...

Страница 334: ...ications and Capacities 6 62 Specifications Engine 6 62 Speech Impaired Customer Assistance 8 4 Speedometer 2 51 SRS 1 20 Stains Cleaning 6 45 Starter Switch Check 7 28 Starting Your Engine 2 16 Steam...

Страница 335: ...2 26 Torque Wheel Nut 5 26 6 59 Towing From the Front 4 28 From the Rear 4 30 Recreational Vehicle 4 28 Towing a Trailer 4 32 Towing Your Vehicle 5 9 Towing Your Vehicle From the Front 4 28 Towing Yo...

Страница 336: ...age 6 28 Ventilation System 3 6 Visor Vanity Mirrors 2 45 Visors Sun 2 45 Warning Devices 5 2 Warning Lights Gages and Indicators 2 52 Warranty Information 8 8 Washer Fluid Windshield 6 23 Washing You...

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