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8. Place the compact spare tire on the

wheel

mounting surface.

9. Put the wheel nuts back

on with the rounded end
of the nuts toward the
wheel. Tighten each nut
by hand until the wheel
is held against the hub.

If a nut cannot be tightened by hand, use the wheel
wrench, and see your dealer right away.

10. Lower the vehicle by turning the wheel

wrench counterclockwise on the jack.
Lower the jack completely.

Содержание AURORA 2002

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Страница 3: ...anada substitute the name General Motors of Canada Limited for Oldsmobile Division whenever it appears in this manual Please keep this manual in your vehicle so it will be there if you ever need it wh...

Страница 4: ...d a number of safety cautions in this book We use a box and the word CAUTION to tell you about things that could hurt you if you were to ignore the warning CAUTION These mean there is something that c...

Страница 5: ...nt colors or in different words You ll also see warning labels on your vehicle They use the same words CAUTION or NOTICE Vehicle Symbols Your vehicle may be equipped with components and labels that us...

Страница 6: ...v These are some examples of vehicle symbols you may find on your vehicle...

Страница 7: ...Here Are Questions Many People Ask About Safety Belts and the Answers 1 14 How to Wear Safety Belts Properly 1 14 Driver Position 1 20 Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy 1 21 Right Front Passenger Posi...

Страница 8: ...front of the seat to unlock it Slide the seat to where you want it and then release the bar Try to move the seat with your body to make sure the seat is locked into place Manual Lumbar Support If Equi...

Страница 9: ...edge of the horizontal control up or down D Raise or lower the rear of the seat cushion by holding the rear edge of the horizontal control up or down D Move the seat forward or rearward by moving the...

Страница 10: ...back Readjust the location of the cushion until you are comfortable You may also want to adjust the seatback for maximum comfort Memory Seat and Mirrors If Equipped If your vehicle has this feature t...

Страница 11: ...ter 2 Adjust the driver s seat to the desired exit position 3 Press and hold the EXIT button for longer than three seconds You will hear two beeps confirming that the seat exit position has been enter...

Страница 12: ...on to a slightly higher temperature The heated seats can only be used when the ignition is turned on When the ignition is turned off the heating element is also turned off Reclining Front Seatbacks If...

Страница 13: ...this The shoulder belt can t do its job In a crash you could go into it receiving neck or other injuries The lap belt can t do its job either In a crash the belt could go up over your abdomen The bel...

Страница 14: ...some things you should not do with safety belts And it explains the air bag system CAUTION Don t let anyone ride where he or she can t wear a safety belt properly If you are in a crash and you re not...

Страница 15: ...kle up See Safety Belt Reminder Light in the Index In most states and Canadian provinces the law says to wear safety belts Here s why They work You never know if you ll be in a crash If you do have a...

Страница 16: ...1 10 Why Safety Belts Work When you ride in or on anything you go as fast as it goes Take thesimplest vehicle Suppose it sjust a seat on wheels Put someone on it...

Страница 17: ...1 11 Get it up to speed Then stop the vehicle The rider doesn t stop The person keeps going until stopped by something In a real vehicle it could be the windshield...

Страница 18: ...nt panel or the safety belts With safety belts you slow down as the vehicle does You get more time to stop You stop over more distance and your strongest bones take the forces That s why safety belts...

Страница 19: ...ey work with safety belts not instead of them Every air bag system ever offered for sale has required the use of safety belts Even if you re in a vehicle that has air bags you still have to buckle up...

Страница 20: ...hich 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...

Страница 21: ...he belt should be worn low and snug on the hips just touching the thighs In a crash this applies force to the strong pelvic bones And you d be less likely to slide under the lap belt If you slid under...

Страница 22: ...is too loose It won t give nearly as much protection this way CAUTION You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt is too loose In a crash you would move forward too much which could increase inju...

Страница 23: ...ou can be seriously injured if your belt is buckled in the wrong place like this In a crash the belt would go up over your abdomen The belt forces would be there not at the pelvic bones This could cau...

Страница 24: ...be seriously injured if you wear the shoulder belt under your arm In a crash your body would move too far forward which would increase the chance of head and neck injury Also the belt would apply too...

Страница 25: ...sted across the body CAUTION You can be seriously injured by a twisted belt In a crash you wouldn t have the full width of the belt to spread impact forces If a belt is twisted make it straight so it...

Страница 26: ...n it you can damage both the belt and your vehicle Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy Safety belts work for everyone including pregnant women Like all occupants they are more likely to be seriously inju...

Страница 27: ...one thing If you ever pull the lap portion of the belt out all the way you will engage the child restraint locking feature If this happens just let the belt go back all the way and start again Air Ba...

Страница 28: ...hes where the front of your vehicle hits something They aren t designed to inflate CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued at all in rollover rear or low speed frontal crashes or in many side crashes And...

Страница 29: ...ose to any air bag when it inflates can be seriously injured or killed Air bags plus lap shoulder belts offer the best protection for adults but not for young CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued child...

Страница 30: ...The driver s frontal air bag is in the middle of the steering wheel The right front passenger s frontal air bag is in the instrument panel on the passenger s side The driver s side impact air bag is...

Страница 31: ...ght not inflate properly or it might force the object into that person causing severe injury or even death The path of an inflating air bag must be kept clear Don t put anything between an occupant an...

Страница 32: ...use inflation would not help the occupant The side impact air bags are designed to inflate in moderate to severe side crashes A side impact air bag will inflate if the crash severity is above the syst...

Страница 33: ...l air bags and only in moderate to severe side collisions for the driver s and right front passenger s side impact air bags What will you see after an air bag inflates After an air bag inflates it qui...

Страница 34: ...system distinguish between a moderate frontal impact and a more severe frontal impact Your vehicle is also equipped with a crash sensing and diagnostic module which records information about the fron...

Страница 35: ...g when it inflates Avoid yellow connectors They are probably part of the air bag systems Be sure to follow proper service procedures and make sure the person performing work for you is qualified to do...

Страница 36: ...more slowly 2 Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks If the belt stops before it reaches the buckle tilt the latch plate and keep pulling until you can buckle it Pull up on the latch pl...

Страница 37: ...touching the thighs In a crash this applies force to the strong pelvic bones And you d be less likely to slide under the lap belt If you slid under it the belt would apply force at your abdomen This...

Страница 38: ...belt very quickly out of the retractor CAUTION You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt is too loose In a crash you would move forward too much which could increase injury The shoulder belt sh...

Страница 39: ...t the comfort guide better positions 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...

Страница 40: ...lastic cord must be under the belt Then place the guide over the belt and insert the two edges of the belt into the slots of the guide 3 Be sure that the belt is not twisted and it lies flat The elast...

Страница 41: ...ehicle needs protection This includes infants and all other children Neither the distance traveled nor the age and size of the traveler changes the need for everyone to use safety restraints In fact t...

Страница 42: ...uch until a crash During a crash a baby will become so heavy it is not possible to hold it CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued For example in a crash at only 25 mph 40 km h a 12 lb 5 5 kg baby will su...

Страница 43: ...are available in four basic types Selection of a particular restraint should take into consideration not only the child s weight height and age but also whether or not the restraint will be compatibl...

Страница 44: ...ants always should be secured in appropriate infant restraints CAUTION The body structure of a young child is quite unlike that of an adult or older child for whom the safety belts are designed A youn...

Страница 45: ...restrain or position a child on a continuous flat surface Make sure that the infant s head rests toward the center of the vehicle A rear facing infant seat B provides restraint with the seating surfac...

Страница 46: ...urfaces such as T shaped or shelf like shields A booster seat F G is a child restraint designed to improve the fit of the vehicle s safety belt system Some booster seats have a shoulder belt positione...

Страница 47: ...aps and a crotch strap A shield may take the place of hip straps A T shaped shield has shoulder straps that are attached to a flat pad which rests low against the child s body A shelf or armrest type...

Страница 48: ...at as far back as it will go It s better to secure the child restraint in a rear seat Wherever you install it be sure to secure the child restraint properly Keep in mind that an unsecured child restra...

Страница 49: ...to use an anchor point located on the same side of the vehicle as the seating position where the child restraint will be placed Once you have the top strap anchored you ll be ready to secure the chil...

Страница 50: ...ng the lower anchors for this child restraint system each seating position with the LATCH system will have a label sewn to the seatback at each anchor position In order to use the system you need eith...

Страница 51: ...le to protect a child sitting there In a crash the child could be seriously injured or killed Make sure that a LATCH type child restraint is properly installed using the anchorage points or use the ve...

Страница 52: ...ections to be sure it is secure To remove the child restraint simply unhook the top strap from the top tether anchor and then disconnect the anchor points Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Seat Pos...

Страница 53: ...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 unbuckl...

Страница 54: ...and let it go back all the way The safety belt will move freely again and be ready to work for an adult or larger child passenger Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position Your vehi...

Страница 55: ...a right front passenger air bag always move the seat as far back as it will go before securing a forward facing child restraint See Seats in the Index 2 Put the restraint on the seat 3 Pick up the la...

Страница 56: ...int You may find it helpful to use your knee to push down on the child restraint as you tighten the belt 7 Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure To remove t...

Страница 57: ...elt should not cross the face or neck The lap belt should fit snugly below the hips just touching the top of the thighs It should never be worn over the abdomen which could cause severe or even fatal...

Страница 58: ...er belt is very close to the child s face or neck A If the child is sitting in a seat next to a window move the child toward the center of the vehicle If the child is sitting in the center rear seat p...

Страница 59: ...in this way in a crash the child might slide under the belt The belt s force would then be applied right on the child s abdomen That could cause serious or fatal injuries Wherever the child sits the...

Страница 60: ...r impact forces If a belt is torn or frayed get a new one right away Also look for any opened or broken air bag covers and have them repaired or replaced The air bag system does not need regular maint...

Страница 61: ...2 22 New Vehicle Break In 2 22 Ignition Positions 2 24 Starting Your Engine 2 25 Engine Coolant Heater If Equipped 2 26 Automatic Transaxle Operation 2 29 Parking Brake 2 30 Shifting Into PARK P 2 32...

Страница 62: ...cle with the windows closed is dangerous A child can be overcome by the extreme heat and can suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat stroke Never leave a child alone in a vehicle especially...

Страница 63: ...be opened in smaller amounts by pressing the switch rearward slightly to the first stop To stop the window while it is lowering in the express mode press the switch again then release To raise the wi...

Страница 64: ...le with the ignition key is dangerous for many reasons A child or others could be badly injured or even killed They could operate the power windows or other controls or even make the vehicle move Don...

Страница 65: ...he original keys Give this tag to your dealer if you need a new key made Any new PASS Key III key must be programmed before it will start your vehicle See PASS KeyR III in the Index for more informati...

Страница 66: ...be unable to get out A child can be overcome by extreme heat and can suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat stroke Always lock your vehicle whenever you leave it D Outsiders can easily ente...

Страница 67: ...f these messages D DRIVERS DOOR AJAR D PASSENGER DOOR AJAR D LEFT REAR DOOR AJAR D RIGHT REAR DOOR AJAR Programmable Automatic Door Locks This is a personalization feature that programs your door lock...

Страница 68: ...to lock the doors Delayed Locking This personalization feature lets the driver delay the actual locking of the vehicle When the driver s power door lock switch or the lock symbol on the remote keyless...

Страница 69: ...is On 1 Unlock the door 2 Then open the door from the outside If you don t cancel the security lock feature adults or older children who ride in the rear seat won t be able to open the rear door from...

Страница 70: ...Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 this device may not cause interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired op...

Страница 71: ...ymbol will also illuminate the interior lamps See Illuminated Entry in the Index All doors will lock the exterior lamps will flash once and the horn may sound when the lock symbol is pressed The trunk...

Страница 72: ...nough outside For more detailed information and programming instructions for each feature mentioned refer to the Index Security Feedback This feature provides feedback to the driver when the vehicle r...

Страница 73: ...ransmitter the lost transmitter will not unlock your vehicle Each vehicle can have a maximum of four transmitters matched to it See your dealer to match transmitters to another vehicle Battery Replace...

Страница 74: ...the key ring Turn it counterclockwise to separate the two halves of the transmitter 2 Once the transmitter is separated use a pencil eraser to remove the old battery Do not use a metal object 3 Replac...

Страница 75: ...n except RECIRC That will force outside air into your vehicle See Comfort Controls in the Index D If you have air outlets on or under the instrument panel open them all the way See Engine Exhaust in t...

Страница 76: ...with you Now the remote trunk release button will not open the trunk the fuel door release button will not open the fuel door and the HomeLink Transmitter will not operate Trunk Release Handle Your ve...

Страница 77: ...u to remove your key from the ignition and take it with you Always do this Your steering wheel will be locked and so will your ignition and transaxle And remember to lock the doors Parking at Night Pa...

Страница 78: ...e ignition is turned on there is a problem with the system and the vehicle should be serviced If the SECURITY light comes on for one minute and then shuts off while the ignition is on the security sys...

Страница 79: ...arm can be tested by following these steps 1 From inside the vehicle roll down the driver s window and open the driver s door 2 Activate the system by locking the doors with the power door lock switch...

Страница 80: ...dustry Canada Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 this device may not cause harmful interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that...

Страница 81: ...nd 2 with the second current driver s key Then continue with Step 3 To program the new key do the following 1 Verify that the new key has PK3 stamped on it 2 Insert the current driver s key in the ign...

Страница 82: ...g in guideline every time you get new brake linings D Don t tow a trailer during break in See Towing a Trailer in the Index for more information Ignition Positions With the ignition key in the ignitio...

Страница 83: ...s release the key The ignition switch will return to ON for normal driving Key Reminder Warning If you leave your key in the OFF ignition position you will hear a warning chime when you open the drive...

Страница 84: ...ry to be drained much sooner And the excessive heat can damage your starter motor Wait about 15 seconds between each try to help avoid draining your battery or damaging your starter 2 If it doesn t st...

Страница 85: ...located on the passenger s side of the vehicle above the headlamp assembly 3 Plug it into a normal grounded 110 volt AC outlet CAUTION Plugging the cord into an ungrounded outlet could cause an electr...

Страница 86: ...ft 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 running the v...

Страница 87: ...without damaging your transaxle see Stuck In Sand Mud Ice or Snow in the Index NEUTRAL N In this position your engine doesn t connect with the wheels To restart when you re already moving use NEUTRAL...

Страница 88: ...ives you more power but lower fuel economy than AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE D or THIRD 3 You can use SECOND 2 on hills It can help control your speed as you go down steep mountain roads but then you would als...

Страница 89: ...ake pedal with your left foot This will release the parking brake pedal When you lift your left foot the parking brake pedal will follow it to the release position If you try to drive approximately 20...

Страница 90: ...move even when you re on fairly level ground use the steps that follow If you re pulling a trailer see Towing a Trailer in the Index 1 Hold the brake pedal down with your right foot and set the parki...

Страница 91: ...f you can move the shift lever away from PARK P If you can it means the shift lever wasn t fully locked into PARK P Torque Lock If you are parking on a hill and you don t shift your transaxle into PAR...

Страница 92: ...Then move the shift lever into the gear you want If you ever hold the brake pedal down but still can t shift out of PARK P try the following 1 Turn the key to the OFF ignition position 2 Apply and ho...

Страница 93: ...coming into your vehicle D Drive it only with all the windows down to blow out any CO and D Have your vehicle fixed immediately Running Your Engine While You re Parked It s better not to park with the...

Страница 94: ...be sure your vehicle won t move See Shifting Into PARK P in the Index If you are parking on a hill and if you re pulling a trailer also see Towing a Trailer in the Index Horn Press on the center area...

Страница 95: ...wo upward for right and two downward for left positions These positions allow you to signal either a turn or a lane change To signal a turn move the lever all the way up or down When the turn is finis...

Страница 96: ...DIC will display the TURN SIGNAL ON reminder message To turn off the chime and message move the turn signal lever to the off position To turn off the DIC message while the turn signal is still active...

Страница 97: ...lever to turn them off If your headlamps are on and on high beam your headlamps will switch to low beam when the lever is released To get back to high beam push the lever away from you Windshield Wip...

Страница 98: ...ainsensetII Wipers If Equipped The moisture sensor is mounted on the interior side of the windshield below the rearview mirror and is used to automatically operate the windshield wipers This system op...

Страница 99: ...the right side of your steering column also controls your windshield washer To spray washer fluid on the windshield push the button on the end of the lever The wipers will clear the window and then ei...

Страница 100: ...such roads fast changes in tire traction can cause needless wheel spinning and you could lose control Don t use cruise control on slippery roads If your vehicle is in cruise control when the traction...

Страница 101: ...r if you hold the lever up at RES ACC the vehicle will accelerate until you release the lever or apply the brake So unless you want to go faster don t hold the lever at RES ACC Increasing Speed While...

Страница 102: ...ls depends upon your speed load and the steepness of the hills When going up steep hills you may have to step on the accelerator pedal to maintain your speed When going downhill you may have to brake...

Страница 103: ...Parking Lamps Turning the switch to this position turns on the parking lamps together with the following D Sidemarker Lamps D Taillamps D License Plate Lamps D Instrument Panel Lights Headlamps Turni...

Страница 104: ...s left on you ll hear a warning chime when you turn the ignition off remove the key from the ignition and open the driver s door Daytime Running Lamps DRL Daytime Running Lamps DRL can make it easier...

Страница 105: ...is in the parking lamps position at night only the parking lamps will be on If the transaxle is out of PARK P only the parking lamps will be active and the HEADLAMPS SUGGESTED message will be display...

Страница 106: ...he front fog lamps will also turn off when you turn on your high beam headlamps but will turn on again when you switch to low beams Exterior Lighting Battery Saver If the exterior lamps control has be...

Страница 107: ...is dark enough outside and the front reading lamp slider lever located on the overhead console is in the AUTO position when any door is opened all of the vehicles courtesy lamps will come on See Read...

Страница 108: ...door lock switch or with the lock symbol on the remote keyless entry transmitter will override the delayed entry lighting and the lamps will turn off immediately Theater Dimming This feature allows fo...

Страница 109: ...n be programmed to be on or off for each transmitter You can also program how long the exterior lamps will stay on after unlocking the vehicle You must program this feature through the DIC See DIC Per...

Страница 110: ...must be turned back to ON Battery Load Management The battery load management feature is designed to monitor the vehicle s electrical load and determine when the battery is in a heavy discharge condit...

Страница 111: ...Do not spray glass cleaner directly on the mirror as that may cause the liquid cleaner to enter the mirror housing Mirror Operation To turn on the automatic dimming feature press MIRROR or press and...

Страница 112: ...mode by pressing and holding the on off button until a C is shown in the compass display Compass Variance The mirror is set in zone eight before leaving the factory It will be necessary to adjust the...

Страница 113: ...utton and the mirror will return to normal operation If C appears in the compass window the compass may need calibration See Compass Calibration explained previously Power Remote Control Rearview Mirr...

Страница 114: ...ger s mirror will return to its original position after a five second delay This delay prevents movement of the mirror if multiple gear transitions REVERSE R to DRIVE D to REVERSE R occur during a par...

Страница 115: ...t Press the cupholder back to its recessed position when not in use Rear Armrest Your vehicle has a rear armrest with cupholders and a pass through feature Rear Storage Compartment Option Your vehicle...

Страница 116: ...ill pop back out by itself Pull out the entire unit to use it NOTICE Don t hold a cigarette lighter in with your hand while it is heating If you do it won t be able to back away from the heating eleme...

Страница 117: ...to access the accessory power outlet If it does when not using the outlet be sure to cover it with the protective cap The accessory power outlet will only operate when the ignition is in ON and for 1...

Страница 118: ...ot covered by your warranty OnStarR System If Equipped OnStar is a vehicle communications system that offers a variety of services and provides a one touch hands free communication link between you an...

Страница 119: ...progress Press the Communication button if you notice the light blinking and you are not on a call The light will be red in the event of an OnStar system malfunction If this occurs press the OnStar S...

Страница 120: ...nt Remote Door Unlock To contact the center call 1 888 4 ONSTAR You will be required to provide your security information An advisor will send a command to your vehicle to unlock itself The advisor ca...

Страница 121: ...ed or disconnected It may also be inoperative if the vehicle is in an accident and the OnStar or vehicle electrical system components are damaged OnStar is the communication link between you and exist...

Страница 122: ...mfort stop position The comfort stop position is designed to help reduce noise and make the passengers more comfortable Express Open The glass panel may be fully opened by pressing the OPEN CLOSE swit...

Страница 123: ...n an authorized service facility could void authorization to use this equipment Programming the HomeLink Transmitter Do not use the HomeLink Transmitter with any garage door opener that does not have...

Страница 124: ...at 1 800 355 3515 or on the internet at www homelink com Be sure to keep the original hand held transmitter in case you need to erase and reprogram HomeLink Training a Garage Opener with a Rolling Cod...

Страница 125: ...eld transmitter every two seconds until HomeLink is trained Operating the HomeLink Transmitter Press and hold the appropriate button on HomeLink for at least a half of a second The indicator light wil...

Страница 126: ...2 66 The Instrument Panel Your Information System...

Страница 127: ...ng Wheel Controls for Audio System E Windshield Wiper Washer Control F Driver Information Center DIC G Hazard Warning Flasher Button H Climate Control System I Instrument Panel Brightness Knob J Trip...

Страница 128: ...g lights and gages that are explained on the following pages The instrument panel is designed to let you know at a glance how your vehicle is running You ll know how fast you re going how much fuel yo...

Страница 129: ...age 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 the driver s door to show the old mileage reading when the new odometer was installed Tri...

Страница 130: ...and gages that may be on your vehicle The pictures will help you locate them Warning lights and gages can signal that something is wrong before it becomes serious enough to cause an expensive repair o...

Страница 131: ...repairs can be costly and even dangerous So please get to know your warning lights and gages They re a big help Your vehicle has a Driver Information Center that works along with the warning lights a...

Страница 132: ...s on when you are driving your air bag system may not work properly Have your vehicle serviced right away CAUTION If the air bag readiness light stays on after you start your vehicle it means the air...

Страница 133: ...ges in the Index for more information 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 stop you Fo...

Страница 134: ...message will not come on if the transaxle is in PARK P Anti Lock Brake System Warning Light With the anti lock brake system the light s will come on when your engine is started and may stay on for sev...

Страница 135: ...TC button located on the center console the warning light will come on and stay on To turn the system back on press the button again The warning light should go off See Traction Control System in the...

Страница 136: ...r the traction control system stops limiting wheel spin Engine Coolant Temperature Gage United States Canada This gage shows the engine coolant temperature If the gage pointer moves into the shaded wa...

Страница 137: ...our vehicle and turn off the engine as soon as possible Your vehicle is equipped with an Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode See Engine Overheating in the Index for more information If your co...

Страница 138: ...OTICE If you keep driving 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 may not run as smoothly This co...

Страница 139: ...see If the Light Is On Steady following If the light continues to flash when it is safe to do so stop the vehicle Find a safe place to park your vehicle Turn the key off wait at least 10 seconds and...

Страница 140: ...dealer or qualified service center check the vehicle Your dealer has the proper test equipment and diagnostic tools to fix any mechanical or electrical problems that may have developed Emissions Inspe...

Страница 141: ...efly when the ignition is on but the engine is not running The light will come on as a test to show you it is working but the light will go out about five seconds after you turn the ignition to START...

Страница 142: ...r a few seconds when you turn the ignition key to ON to let you know it is working Fuel Gage United States Canada When the ignition is on your fuel gage tells you about how much fuel you have left Whe...

Страница 143: ...when you turn a corner or speed up D The tank is not necessarily empty when the gage reads empty There is a reserve of about 1 5 gallons 5 6 L in the tank You should still get more fuel as soon as pos...

Страница 144: ...ime Pressing the SELECT down arrow while in DATE ET mode will allow you to choose between the date and the elapsed time menus Date To set the date press and hold the RESET button for about three secon...

Страница 145: ...econds while the elapsed time is displayed Fuel Press the SELECT down arrow while in the FUEL mode to see how much fuel has been used and the fuel range functions Fuel Used While in the FUEL USED func...

Страница 146: ...The GM Oil Life Systemtis the only function accessible in the OIL mode Engine oil life is displayed in a reading such as the following OIL LIFE 30 This is an estimate of the oil s remaining useful li...

Страница 147: ...the following displays D Battery voltage such as the following VOLTS 13 8 D Oil pressure such as the following OIL PRESSURE 40 PSI or OIL PRESSURE 276 KPA D Average speed such as the following AVG SPE...

Страница 148: ...IC You must then press and hold both of the SELECT buttons for three seconds This will display the personalization menu The DIC display will show the following FEATURE PROGRAMMING PRESS SELECT DOWN TO...

Страница 149: ...ey instead of the transmitter the personal choice settings will correspond to the previous driver of the vehicle as identified by the transmitter the memory seat control or the DIC If this happens and...

Страница 150: ...or unlock Mode 1 All doors automatically lock when shifted out of PARK P No automatic door unlock Mode 2 All doors automatically lock when shifted out of PARK P Only the driver s door automatically u...

Страница 151: ...you would like to program your vehicle to Mode 3 do the following 1 Select YES for DOORS LOCK IN GEAR 2 Select YES for DOORS UNLOCK 3 Select YES for ALL DOORS IN PARK If you would like to program you...

Страница 152: ...back when locking or unlocking the vehicle Mode 2 Parking lamps and the DRL will flash twice when unlocking the vehicle and flash once when locking the vehicle Mode 3 Horn chirps when all doors are un...

Страница 153: ...inactive through the DIC When DELAY LOCK OF DOORS appears on the display use the SELECT right arrow button to toggle between YES and NO When you have made your choice press the SELECT down arrow butto...

Страница 154: ...enter the vehicle You can program this feature to be active by choosing YES when the KEY FOB MEMORY SEAT choice appears or inactive by choosing NO when the KEY FOB MEMORY SEAT choice appears on the DI...

Страница 155: ...NGINE 12 THEFT SYSTEM FAULT 13 LEFT REAR DOOR AJAR 14 LOW BRAKE FLUID 15 LOW ENGINE COOLANT 16 LOW FUEL 17 LOW OIL PRESSURE 18 LOW TIRE PRESSURE 19 LOW WASHER FLUID 20 PARK BRAKE SET 21 PASSENGER DOOR...

Страница 156: ...age still comes on it means there is a problem You should see your dealer for service Reduce your speed and drive accordingly STABILITY ACTIVE 42 You may see the STABILITY ACTIVE message on the Driver...

Страница 157: ...Defogger 3 8 Ventilation System 3 10 Steering Wheel Controls for Climate Control 3 10 Audio Systems 3 10 Setting the Clock 3 11 AM FM Stereo with Cassette Tape and Compact Disc Player with Programmab...

Страница 158: ...nstrument panel or windshield outlets or the floor ducts The system will stay in the selected mode until the left mode knob is turned again The right mode knob controls the fan speed in both the manua...

Страница 159: ...he side window defrosters Floor This setting directs most of the airflow to the floor ducts There is also some airflow directed to the side window defrosters and a small amount of airflow directed to...

Страница 160: ...ion then select either defogger or defrost mode and increase the fan speed To avoid refogging of the windows minimize your use of recirculation under these conditions and turn the air conditioning on...

Страница 161: ...nything over this sun sensor The automatic electronic climate control system may not operate correctly if this sensor is covered To change the automatic electronic climate control display from an Engl...

Страница 162: ...on earlier in this section 2 Adjust the direction of the airflow 3 Locate the memory buttons on the driver s door panel 4 Press a memory button 1 or 2 until you hear two beeps The beeps confirm that y...

Страница 163: ...oor will initially be positioned at the full hot position You can choose the extreme temperature setting of 90_F 32_C but the system will not warm up any faster by selecting this setting In cold weath...

Страница 164: ...rary vehicle license across the defogger grid on the rear window If your vehicle is equipped with heated outside rearview mirrors when you operate the rear window defogger the mirrors are also heated...

Страница 165: ...floor ducts Adjust the direction of airflow from side to side with the levers located in the center of each outlet Ventilation Tips D Keep the hood and front air inlet area between the base of the wi...

Страница 166: ...system has been designed to operate easily and give years of listening pleasure You will get the most enjoyment out of it if you acquaint yourself with it first Find out what your audio system can do...

Страница 167: ...ly increases the volume as necessary to overcome noise at any speed The volume level should always sound the same to you as you drive If you don t want to use SCV select OFF Finding a Station BAND Pre...

Страница 168: ...return and the equalization that you selected will also be automatically selected for that pushbutton 6 Repeat the steps for each pushbutton Setting the Tone Bass Treble AUDIO Press the AUDIO button u...

Страница 169: ...nces the sound between the speakers Press and hold the AUDIO button for at least two seconds to return all tone settings including bass and treble to flat Using RDS Your audio system is equipped with...

Страница 170: ...d the P TYPE button until you hear a beep on the PTY you want to interrupt on An asterisk will appear next to the PTY name for example CLASSICAL When you are listening to a cassette or compact disc th...

Страница 171: ...affic announcements The traffic announcement brackets will appear on the display TRAF will appear on the display if the current station broadcasts traffic announcements If the current station does not...

Страница 172: ...display the tape won t play because of an error See Cassette Tape Messages later in this section 1 REV Reverse Press this pushbutton to reverse the tape rapidly Press it again to return to playing spe...

Страница 173: ...nd compact disc if both are loaded The inactive tape or CD will remain safely inside the radio for future listening The display will show the TAPE and CD symbols If you have the optional CD changer an...

Страница 174: ...n or the RCL knob When the disc is inserted the CD symbol will be displayed If you select an EQ setting for your CD it will be activated each time you play a CD As each new track starts to play the tr...

Страница 175: ...rmally shown on the display track or elapsed time press the knob until you see the display you want then hold the knob until the display flashes While elapsed time is showing EL TM will appear on the...

Страница 176: ...any error occurs repeatedly or if an error can t be corrected contact your dealer If your radio displays an error message write it down and provide it to your dealer when reporting the problem Navigat...

Страница 177: ...D changer Damage could result that wouldn t be covered by your warranty You must first load the magazine with discs before you can play a compact disc Each of the 12 trays holds one disc Slide the but...

Страница 178: ...is left partially open the changer will not operate and an error will occur When the door is closed the changer will begin checking for discs in the magazine This will continue for up to two minutes...

Страница 179: ...find the correct passage 2 FWD Forward Press and hold this pushbutton to quickly advance within a track As the CD advances elapsed time will be displayed with a flashing arrow to help you find the co...

Страница 180: ...If an error appears on the display an error has occurred and the compact disc temporarily cannot play The CD changer will send an error message to the receiver to indicate PLAYER OPEN CD Changer Door...

Страница 181: ...Locate the memory buttons on the driver s door panel 3 Press one of the memory buttons 1 or 2 until you hear two beeps The beeps confirm that your selection has been saved and can now be recalled Fol...

Страница 182: ...anding Radio Reception AM The range for most AM stations is greater than for FM especially at night The longer range however can cause stations to interfere with each other AM can pick up noise from t...

Страница 183: ...Increase 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 ad...

Страница 184: ...lity try a known good cassette to see if it is the tape or the tape player at fault If this other cassette has no improvement in sound quality clean the tape player The recommended cleaning method for...

Страница 185: ...he sound quality may degrade over time Always make sure the cassette tape is in good condition before you have your tape player serviced Care of Your Compact Discs Handle discs carefully Store them in...

Страница 186: ...r grid and affect your radio s ability to pick up stations clearly The repairs wouldn t be covered by your warranty If when you turn on your rear window defogger you hear static on your radio station...

Страница 187: ...ving 4 6 Control of a Vehicle 4 6 Braking 4 9 Traction Control System If Equipped 4 11 Steering 4 13 Off Road Recovery 4 13 Passing 4 15 Loss of Control 4 16 Driving at Night 4 18 Driving in Rain and...

Страница 188: ...ventable of accidents Yet they are common Allow enough following distance It s the best defensive driving maneuver in both city and rural driving You never know when the vehicle in front of you is goi...

Страница 189: ...imates nearly half the adult population choose never to drink alcohol so they never drive after drinking For persons under 21 it s against the law in every U S state to drink alcohol There are good me...

Страница 190: ...inking will have a somewhat lower BAC level There is a gender difference too Women generally have a lower relative percentage of body water than men Since alcohol is carried in body water this means t...

Страница 191: ...right answer What if there s an emergency a need to take sudden action as when a child darts into the street A person with even a moderate BAC might not be able to react quickly enough to avoid the co...

Страница 192: ...Then you have to 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 thr...

Страница 193: ...al may get harder to push down If your engine stops you will still have some power brake assist But you will use it when you brake Once the power assist is used up it may take longer to stop and the b...

Страница 194: ...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 could The comp...

Страница 195: ...Emergencies With anti lock you can steer and brake at the same time In many emergencies steering can help you more than even the very best braking Traction Control System If Equipped Your vehicle may...

Страница 196: ...atically comes on whenever you start your vehicle To limit wheel spin especially in slippery road conditions you should always leave the system on But you can turn the traction control system off if y...

Страница 197: ...the same direction If you ve ever tried to steer a vehicle on wet ice you ll understand this The traction you can get in a curve depends on the condition of your tires and the road surface the angle a...

Страница 198: ...times you can t there isn t room That s the time for evasive action steering around the problem Your vehicle can perform very well in emergencies like these First apply your brakes See Braking in Emer...

Страница 199: ...another vehicle on a two lane highway is a potentially dangerous move since the passing vehicle occupies the same lane as oncoming traffic for several seconds A miscalculation an error in judgment or...

Страница 200: ...rs 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 shoulder and check the b...

Страница 201: ...en an acceleration skid is also 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 t...

Страница 202: ...Drive defensively D Don t drink and drive D Adjust your inside rearview mirror to reduce the glare from headlamps behind you D Since you can t see as well you may need to slow down and keep more spac...

Страница 203: ...When you are faced with severe glare as from a driver who doesn t lower the high beams or a vehicle with misaimed headlamps slow down a little Avoid staring directly into the approaching headlamps Ke...

Страница 204: ...suddenly when your reflexes are tuned for driving on dry pavement The heavier the rain the harder it is to see Even if your windshield wiper blades are in good shape a heavy rain can make it harder to...

Страница 205: ...in a quick stop and may cause pulling to one side You could lose control of the vehicle After driving through a large puddle of water or a car wash apply your brake pedal lightly until your brakes wor...

Страница 206: ...ter that is slightly lower than the underbody of your vehicle If you can t avoid deep puddles or standing water drive through them very slowly Driving Through Flowing Water CAUTION Flowing or rushing...

Страница 207: ...city map and plan your trip into an unknown part of the city just as you would for a cross country trip D Try to use the freeways that rim and crisscross most large cities You ll save time and energy...

Страница 208: ...with the flow Try to merge into the gap at close to the prevailing speed Switch on your turn signal check your mirrors and glance over your shoulder as often as necessary Try to blend smoothly with th...

Страница 209: ...If it needs service have it done before starting out Of course you ll find experienced and able service experts in Oldsmobile dealerships all across North America They ll be ready and willing to help...

Страница 210: ...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 well ven...

Страница 211: ...ll slope CAUTION Coasting downhill in NEUTRAL N or with the ignition off is dangerous Your brakes will have to do all the work of slowing down They could get so hot that they wouldn t work well You wo...

Страница 212: ...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 be dri...

Страница 213: ...t 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 freezing rain begins to fall Try to avoid driving on wet ice unt...

Страница 214: ...e 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 patch of...

Страница 215: ...see it or smell it so you might not know it is in your vehicle Clear away snow from around the base of your vehicle especially any that is blocking your exhaust pipe And check around again from time...

Страница 216: ...towing towing your vehicle with two wheels on the ground and two wheels up on a device known as a dolly With the proper preparation and equipment many vehicles can be towed in these ways See Dinghy To...

Страница 217: ...ur vehicle must be towed you should use a dolly See Dolly Towing following for more information Dolly Towing Your vehicle can be towed using a dolly To tow your vehicle using a dolly follow these step...

Страница 218: ...y This weight is called the Vehicle Capacity Weight and includes the weight of all occupants cargo and all nonfactory installed options The other label is the Certification label found on the rear edg...

Страница 219: ...goes If you have to stop or turn quickly or if there is a crash they ll keep going CAUTION Things you put inside your vehicle can strike and injure people in a sudden stop or turn or in a crash D Put...

Страница 220: ...d read the information in Weight of the Trailer that appears later in this section But trailering is different than just driving your vehicle by itself Trailering means changes in handling durability...

Страница 221: ...ions when towing a trailer Don t drive faster than the maximum posted speed for trailers or no more than 55 mph 90 km h to save wear on your vehicle s parts Three important considerations have to do w...

Страница 222: ...e tongue load to the GVW because your vehicle will be carrying that weight too See Loading Your Vehicle in the Index for more information about your vehicle s maximum load capacity If you re using a w...

Страница 223: ...t into your vehicle See Carbon Monoxide in the Index Dirt and water can too Safety Chains You should always attach chains between your vehicle and your trailer Cross the safety chains under the tongue...

Страница 224: ...ng Following Distance Stay at least twice as far behind the vehicle ahead as you would when driving your vehicle without a trailer This can help you avoid situations that require heavy braking and sud...

Страница 225: ...l working Driving On Grades Reduce speed and shift to a lower gear before you start down a long or steep downgrade If you don t shift down you might have to use your brakes so much that they would get...

Страница 226: ...ulling a trailer See the Maintenance Schedule for more on this Things that are especially important in trailer operation are automatic transaxle fluid don t overfill engine oil drive belt cooling syst...

Страница 227: ...hat can occur on the road 5 2 Hazard Warning Flashers 5 2 Other Warning Devices 5 3 Jump Starting 5 10 Towing Your Vehicle 5 10 Engine Overheating 5 13 Cooling System 5 19 If a Tire Goes Flat 5 19 Cha...

Страница 228: ...instrument panel Your hazard flashers work no matter what position your key is in and even if the key isn t in Press the button to make the front and rear turn signal lamps flash on and off To turn o...

Страница 229: ...to burn you If you don t follow these steps exactly some or all of these things can hurt you NOTICE Ignoring these steps could result in costly damage to your vehicle that wouldn t be covered by your...

Страница 230: ...volved in the jump start procedure Put an automatic transaxle In PARK P or a manual transaxle in NEUTRAL before setting the parking brake NOTICE If you leave your radio on it could be badly damaged Th...

Страница 231: ...iew in the Index for more information on location You will not see the battery of your vehicle under the hood It is located under the rear passenger seat You will not need to access the battery for ju...

Страница 232: ...with water and get medical help immediately CAUTION Fans or other moving engine parts can injure you badly Keep your hands away from moving parts once the engine is running 5 Check that the jumper cab...

Страница 233: ...e a remote positive terminal if the vehicle has one 8 Now connect the black negative cable to the negative terminal of the good battery Use a remote negative terminal if the vehicle has one Don t let...

Страница 234: ...le has the 4 0L V8 engine it has a remote negative terminal marked GND 10 Now start the vehicle with the good battery and run the engine for a while 11 Try to start the vehicle that had the dead batte...

Страница 235: ...e jumper cables from both vehicles do the following 1 Disconnect the black negative cable from the vehicle that had the dead battery 2 Disconnect the black negative cable from the vehicle with the goo...

Страница 236: ...e Protection Operating Mode If an overheated engine condition exists and the message HOT STOP ENGINE is displayed an overheat protection mode which alternates firing groups of cylinders helps prevent...

Страница 237: ...f 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 badly burned Stop your engine if it overheats and...

Страница 238: ...r heater to full hot at the highest fan speed and open the window as necessary 3 If you re in a traffic jam shift to NEUTRAL N otherwise shift to the highest gear while driving AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE D o...

Страница 239: ...ooling Fans CAUTION An electric engine cooling fan under the hood can start up even when the engine is not running and can injure you Keep hands clothing and tools away from any underhood electric fan...

Страница 240: ...ms to be no leak with the engine on check to see if the electric engine cooling fans are running If the engine is overheating both fans should be running If they aren t your vehicle needs service NOTI...

Страница 241: ...rge tank pressure cap is cool before you do it See Engine Coolant in the Index for more information If no coolant is visible in the surge tank add coolant as follows CAUTION Steam and scalding liquids...

Страница 242: ...ld 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 col...

Страница 243: ...and upper radiator hose is no longer hot Turn the pressure cap slowly counterclockwise left about one quarter turn and then stop If you hear a hiss wait for that to stop A hiss means there is still so...

Страница 244: ...hot Watch out for the engine cooling fans By this time the coolant level inside the coolant surge tank may be lower If the level is lower add more of the proper mixture to the coolant surge tank until...

Страница 245: ...under control by steering the way you want the vehicle to go It may be very bumpy and noisy but you can still steer Gently brake to a stop well off the road if possible If a tire goes flat the next p...

Страница 246: ...n the trunk Instructions for changing your tires are on the inside of the tire cover You can rest the cover near you for easy reference while you change the tire 1 Lift the tire cover to gain access t...

Страница 247: ...m the trunk The tools you ll be using include the jack A and the wheel wrench B Removing the Wheel Cover Insert the hooked end of the wheel wrench in one of the two small notches in the center cover a...

Страница 248: ...securely over the wheel nuts and turn the wrench counterclockwise to loosen but don t remove them 2 Attach the wheel wrench to the bolt on the end of the jack to create a jack handle 3 Turn the wheel...

Страница 249: ...UTION Getting under a vehicle when it 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 CAU...

Страница 250: ...eel or on the parts to which it is fastened can make the wheel nuts become loose after a time The wheel could come off and cause an accident When you change a wheel remove any rust or dirt from the pl...

Страница 251: ...he rounded end of the nuts toward the wheel Tighten each nut by hand until the wheel is held against the hub If a nut cannot be tightened by hand use the wheel wrench and see your dealer right away 10...

Страница 252: ...el nuts can lead to brake pulsation and rotor damage To avoid expensive brake repairs evenly tighten the wheel nuts in the proper sequence and to the proper torque specification 12 When the flat tire...

Страница 253: ...d cause injury In a sudden stop or collision loose equipment could strike someone Store all these in the proper place Store the flat tire as far forward in the trunk as possible Store the jack and whe...

Страница 254: ...someone Store all these in the proper place The compact spare tire is for temporary use only Replace the compact spare tire with a full size tire as soon as you can See Compact Spare Tire later in thi...

Страница 255: ...ling or removing the compact spare See Check Tire Pressure System in the Index 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...

Страница 256: ...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 vehicle see Tire Chains in the Index Rocking Your...

Страница 257: ...gs Under the Hood 6 15 Engine Oil 6 21 Engine Air Cleaner Filter 6 23 Automatic Transaxle Fluid 6 27 Engine Coolant 6 32 Windshield Washer Fluid 6 34 Brakes 6 37 Battery 6 39 Bulb Replacement 6 48 Tir...

Страница 258: ...ou want to do some of your own service work you ll want to use the proper service manual It tells you much more about how to service your vehicle than this manual can To order the proper service manua...

Страница 259: ...ak or fall off You could be hurt Adding Equipment to the Outside of Your Vehicle Things you might add to the outside of your vehicle can affect the airflow around it This may cause wind noise and affe...

Страница 260: ...our vehicle is certified to meet California Emission Standards see the underhood emission control label it is designed to operate on fuels that meet California specifications If this fuel is not avail...

Страница 261: ...thing to your fuel Gasolines containing oxygenates such as ethers and ethanol and reformulated gasolines may be available in your area to contribute to clean air General Motors recommends that you use...

Страница 262: ...able It burns violently and that can cause very bad injuries Don t smoke if you re near gasoline or refueling your vehicle Keep sparks flames and smoking materials away from gasoline The fuel cap is b...

Страница 263: ...lockout switch must be in OFF for the fuel door to open The fuel door can be opened manually in case of a power failure To do this first open the trunk The release mechanism is located on the driver...

Страница 264: ...n if your tank is nearly full and is more likely in hot weather Open the fuel cap slowly and wait for any hiss noise to stop Then unscrew the cap all the way Be careful not to spill gasoline Clean gas...

Страница 265: ...UTION Never fill a portable fuel container while it is in your vehicle Static electricity discharge from the container can ignite the gasoline vapor You can be badly burned and your vehicle damaged if...

Страница 266: ...that burn can 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 burne...

Страница 267: ...Then go to the front of the vehicle and pull up on the secondary hood release 3 Lift the hood Before closing the hood be sure all the filler caps are on properly Then pull the hood down and close it...

Страница 268: ...6 12 Engine Compartment Overview When you open the hood on the 3 5 L V6 engine here s what you ll see...

Страница 269: ...Coolant Surge Tank D Remote Positive Terminal E Heavy Unpainted Metal Engine Part F Passenger Compartment Air Filter G Power Steering Fluid Reservoir H Engine Oil Fill Cap I Engine Oil Dipstick J Auto...

Страница 270: ...6 14 When you open the hood on the 4 0 L V8 engine here s what you ll see...

Страница 271: ...H Engine Oil Fill Cap I Engine Oil Dipstick J Brake Fluid Reservoir K Automatic Transaxle Fluid Dipstick near the air cleaner L Engine Air Cleaner Filter Engine Oil If the CHECK OIL LEVEL message app...

Страница 272: ...ment The top of the dipstick is a round yellow loop See Engine Compartment Overview in the Index for more information on location Turn off the engine and give the oil several minutes to drain back int...

Страница 273: ...ex NOTICE Don t add too much oil If your engine has so much oil that the oil level gets above the upper mark that shows the proper operating range your engine could be damaged The engine oil fill cap...

Страница 274: ...te API Do not use any oil which does not carry this starburst symbol If you change your own oil be sure you use oil that has the starburst symbol on the front of the oil container If you have your oil...

Страница 275: ...ol are all you will need for good performance and engine protection When to Change Engine Oil GM Oil Life Systemt Your vehicle has a computer system that lets you know when to change the engine oil an...

Страница 276: ...s After five seconds the display will show OIL LIFE XXX If OIL LIFE XXX does not appear on the display after about five seconds see your dealer for service After you release the DIC RESET button OIL L...

Страница 277: ...r filter do the following 1 Unscrew the two wing screws on the outboard side of the housing cover 2 Remove the cover 3 Remove the engine air cleaner filter 4 Install a new engine air cleaner filter if...

Страница 278: ...air cleaner filter in place when you re driving Passenger Compartment Air Filter The passenger compartment air filter removes certain particles from the air including pollen and dust particles Reducti...

Страница 279: ...base of the windshield Automatic Transaxle Fluid When to Check and Change A good time to check your automatic transaxle fluid level is when the engine oil is changed Change both the fluid and filter e...

Страница 280: ...little fluid could cause the transaxle to overheat Be sure to get an accurate reading if you check your transaxle fluid Wait at least 30 minutes before checking the transaxle fluid level if you have...

Страница 281: ...automatic transaxle fluid dipstick is located in the rear of the engine compartment toward the driver s side of the vehicle If your vehicle has the 4 0 L V8 engine it is located near the front of the...

Страница 282: ...add enough fluid at the dipstick hole to bring it to the proper level It doesn t take much fluid generally less than one pint 0 5 L Don t overfill NOTICE We recommend you use only fluid labeled DEXRON...

Страница 283: ...OOLR coolant will D Give freezing protection down to 34_F 37_C D Give boiling protection up to 265_F 129_C D Protect against rust and corrosion D Help keep the proper engine temperature D Let the warn...

Страница 284: ...engine could get too hot but you wouldn t get the overheat warning Your engine could catch fire and you or others could be burned Use a 50 50 mixture of clean drinkable water and DEX COOLR coolant NO...

Страница 285: ...e information on location CAUTION Turning the surge tank pressure cap when the engine and radiator are hot can allow steam and scalding liquids to blow out and burn you badly Never turn the surge tank...

Страница 286: ...e proper DEX COOLR coolant mixture at the surge tank but only when the engine is cool CAUTION You can be burned if you spill coolant on hot engine parts Coolant contains ethylene glycol and it will bu...

Страница 287: ...i 124 kPa pressure type cap and must be tightly installed to prevent coolant loss and possible engine damage from overheating Power Steering Fluid The power steering fluid reservoir is near the center...

Страница 288: ...etely tighten it Then remove the cap again and look at the fluid level on the dipstick The level should be at the FULL COLD mark If necessary add only enough fluid to bring the level up to the mark Wh...

Страница 289: ...her fluid Water can cause the solution to freeze and damage your washer fluid tank and other parts of the washer system Also water doesn t clean as well as washer fluid D Fill your washer fluid tank o...

Страница 290: ...ur brakes won t work well or won t work at all So it isn t a good idea to top off your brake fluid Adding brake fluid won t correct a leak If you add fluid when your linings are worn then you ll have...

Страница 291: ...work well or they may not even work at all This could cause a crash Always use the proper brake fluid NOTICE D Using the wrong fluid can badly damage brake system parts For example just a few drops o...

Страница 292: ...ditions or climates may cause a brake squeal when the brakes are first applied or lightly applied This does not mean something is wrong with your brakes Properly torqued wheel nuts are necessary to he...

Страница 293: ...en it s time for a new battery get one that has the replacement number shown on the original battery s label We recommend an ACDelco battery WARNING Battery posts terminals and related accessories con...

Страница 294: ...cle for 25 days or more remove the black negative cable from the battery This will help keep your battery from running down CAUTION Batteries have acid that can burn you and gas that can explode You c...

Страница 295: ...bs have pressurized gas inside and can burst if you drop or scratch the bulb You or others could be injured Be sure to read and follow the instructions on the bulb package Headlamps 1 Remove the two b...

Страница 296: ...dlamp assembly 4 Lift the tabs to remove the bulb from the assembly 5 Replace the bulb 6 Push the bulb assembly in and turn it clockwise to install the bulb assembly into the headlamp assembly 7 Then...

Страница 297: ...urther adjustment This is true even though your horizontal aim indicators may not fall exactly on the 0 zero marks on their scales If your vehicle is damaged in an accident the headlamp aim may be aff...

Страница 298: ...now ice or mud attached to it D The vehicle should be fully assembled and all other work stopped while headlamp aiming is being done D The vehicle should be normally loaded with a full tank of fuel an...

Страница 299: ...king any adjustments to the vertical aim Adjusting the vertical aim first will result in an incorrect headlamp aim 1 Find the aim dot on the lens of the low beam lamps 2 Measure the distance from the...

Страница 300: ...f the headlamp not being aimed This should allow only the beam of light from the headlamp being aimed to be seen on the flat surface NOTICE Do not cover a headlamp to improve beam cut off when aiming...

Страница 301: ...ls and Parking Lamps Once the headlamp assembly has been removed from the vehicle the front turn signal and parking lamps can be accessed See Headlamps in the Index for more information on location 1...

Страница 302: ...m the trunk 4 Pull the carpeting away from the rear corner of the trunk 5 Remove the three nuts holding the lamp in place and remove the lamp assembly 6 While pressing the release turn the bulb socket...

Страница 303: ...ally locked position 2 Push the tab on the wiper blade assembly and pull the assembly down enough to release it from the U hooked end of the wiper arm Slide the assembly away from the arm 3 Remove the...

Страница 304: ...d a serious accident See Loading Your Vehicle in the Index CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued D Underinflated tires pose the same danger as overloaded tires The resulting accident could cause serious...

Страница 305: ...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 handling D Roug...

Страница 306: ...omes on the check tire pressure system may not be working properly See your dealer for service Also see Anti Lock Brake System Warning Light in the Index The check tire pressure system detects differe...

Страница 307: ...u release the DIC RESET button TIRE PRESSURE NORMAL will appear on the display The system completes the calibration process during driving Calibration time can take 45 to 90 minutes depending on your...

Страница 308: ...n 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 get all the rust or dirt off See Changing a Flat Tire in the Index When I...

Страница 309: ...s with those not having a TPC Spec number make sure they are the same size load range speed rating and construction type bias bias belted or radial as your original tires CAUTION Mixing tires could ca...

Страница 310: ...fety requirements and additional General Motors Tire Performance Criteria TPC standards Treadwear The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under contr...

Страница 311: ...verloaded Excessive speed underinflation or excessive loading either separately or in combination can cause heat buildup and possible tire failure Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance The wheels on your v...

Страница 312: ...ur tires lose air and make you lose control You could have a collision in which you or others could be injured Always use the correct wheel wheel bolts and wheel nuts for replacement NOTICE The wrong...

Страница 313: ...d damage to your vehicle drive slowly readjust or remove the device if it s contacting your vehicle and don t spin your wheels If you do find traction devices that will fit install them on the front t...

Страница 314: ...one D Paint Thinner D Turpentine D Lacquer Thinner D Nail Polish Remover They can all be hazardous some more than others and they can all damage your vehicle too Don t use any of these unless this man...

Страница 315: ...the section use a sponge to remove any excess cleaner 6 Wipe cleaned area with a clean water dampened towel or cloth 7 Wipe with a clean cloth and let dry Special Fabric Cleaning Problems Stains caus...

Страница 316: ...lvent based or abrasive cleaners furniture polish or shoe polish on leather D Soiled or stained leather should be cleaned immediately If dirt is allowed to work into the finish it can harm the leather...

Страница 317: ...M Glass Cleaner or a liquid household glass cleaner will remove normal tobacco smoke and dust films on interior glass See Appearance Care and Materials in the Index NOTICE Don t use abrasive cleaners...

Страница 318: ...hs During very cold damp weather more frequent application may be required See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants in the Index Cleaning the Outside of Your Vehicle The paint finish on your vehicle prov...

Страница 319: ...sive and made for a basecoat clearcoat paint finish NOTICE Machine compounding or aggressive polishing on a basecoat clearcoat paint finish may dull the finish or leave swirl marks Foreign materials s...

Страница 320: ...immediately after application 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 Cleaning Ti...

Страница 321: ...have corrosion protection At least every spring flush these materials from the underbody with plain water Clean any areas where mud and other debris can collect Dirt packed in closed areas of the fram...

Страница 322: ...6 66 GM Vehicle Care Appearance Materials...

Страница 323: ...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 Service...

Страница 324: ...ng is protected by a circuit breaker in the wiring harness 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 system checked...

Страница 325: ...as soon as you can You will find a fuse puller clipped in both of the fuse blocks Snap the wide end of the fuse puller at the side indentations and pull the fuse out The MaxiFuses are located in two f...

Страница 326: ...fuse Usage 9 Right High Beam Headlamp 10 Left High Beam Headlamp 11 Ignition 1 12 Not Used 13 Transaxle 14 Cruise Control 15 Direct Ignition System 16 Injector Bank 2 17 Not Used 18 Not Used 19 Powert...

Страница 327: ...C Solenoid Mini Relays Usage 34 Accessory 35 Air Pump 36 Starter 1 37 Cooling Fan 2 38 Ignition 1 39 Cooling Fan Series Parallel 40 Cooling Fan 1 Maxibreaker Usage 41 Starter MaxiFuses Usage 42 Not Us...

Страница 328: ...Do not store anything under the seat as objects could touch exposed wires and cause a short To remove the rear seat cushion do the following 1 Pull up on the front of the cushion to release the front...

Страница 329: ...2 Slide the rear of the cushion up and under the seatback so the rear locating guides hook into the wire loops on the back frame 3 With the seat cushion lowered push rearward and then press down on th...

Страница 330: ...n the driver s side The rear seat cushion must be removed to access the fuse block See Removing the Rear Seat Cushion earlier in this section Minifuses Usage 1 Fuel Pump 2 HVAC Blower 3 Memory 4 ALDL...

Страница 331: ...wer RAP 23 Not Used 24 Not Used 25 Passenger Door Module 26 Body 27 Interior Lamps 28 Not Used 29 Ignition Switch Minifuses Usage 30 Instrument Panel 31 Right Front Heated Seat 32 Not Used 33 HVAC 34...

Страница 332: ...55 Electronic Level Control ELC Circuit Breakers Usage 56 Power Seats 57 Power Windows Mini Relays Usage 58 Cigar 59 Rear Defogger MaxiFuses Usage 60 Not Used 61 Rear Defog 62 Not Used 63 Audio Amplif...

Страница 333: ...to Recommended Fluids and Lubricants in the Index for more information Engine Code LX5 3 5L V6 Automatic Transaxle 7 4 quarts 7 0 L Engine Cooling System 10 0 quarts 9 5 L Engine Oil with Filter 5 5 q...

Страница 334: ...C Type V8 Displacement 244 cubic inches 4 0L Firing Order 1 2 7 3 4 5 6 8 Air Conditioning Refrigerant Capacity If you do your own service work you ll need the proper service manual See Doing Your Ow...

Страница 335: ...6183 Gap 0 050 inch 1 27 mm Windshield Wiper Blades Type Shepherd s Hook Length 22 0 inches 56 0 cm ACDelcoR part number The following replacement parts are for the L47 4 0L V8 Air Cleaner Element A 1...

Страница 336: ...services to retain its safety dependability and emission control performance 7 2 Introduction 7 4 Part A Scheduled Maintenance Services 7 5 Scheduled Maintenance 7 16 Part B Owner Checks and Services...

Страница 337: ...t Improper vehicle maintenance can even affect the quality of the air we breathe Improper fluid levels or the wrong tire inflation can increase the level of emissions from your vehicle To help protect...

Страница 338: ...do the work If you want to get the service information see Service and Owner Publications in the Index Part B Owner Checks and Services tells you what should be checked and when It also explains what...

Страница 339: ...s on how to keep your vehicle in good condition see your dealer This part tells you the maintenance services you should have done and when you should schedule them If you go to your dealer for your se...

Страница 340: ...otes The U S Environmental Protection Agency or the California Air Resources Board has determined that the failure to perform this maintenance item will not nullify the emission warranty or limit reca...

Страница 341: ...en diminished it will indicate that an oil change is necessary A CHANGE OIL SOON message will come on Change your oil as soon as possible within the next two times you stop for fuel It is possible tha...

Страница 342: ...Scheduled Maintenance 7 7...

Страница 343: ...Scheduled Maintenance 7 8...

Страница 344: ...footnote j Replace passenger compartment air filter If you drive regularly under dusty conditions the filter may require replacement more often j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the...

Страница 345: ...Clean as required An Emission Control Service See footnote j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote See footnote...

Страница 346: ...tion pattern and additional information See footnote See footnote 50 000 Miles 83 000 km j Change automatic transaxle fluid and bottom screens if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of thes...

Страница 347: ...replacement more often j Inspect throttle body bore and valve plates for deposits open the throttle valve and inspect all surfaces Clean as required An Emission Control Service See footnote j Rotate...

Страница 348: ...e footnote j Replace passenger compartment air filter If you drive regularly under dusty conditions the filter may require replacement more often j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the...

Страница 349: ...Clean as required An Emission Control Service See footnote j Replace engine air cleaner filter An Emission Control Service j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotat...

Страница 350: ...found in taxi police or delivery service j If you haven t used your vehicle under severe service conditions listed previously and therefore haven t changed your automatic transaxle fluid change both t...

Страница 351: ...and add the proper oil if necessary See Engine Oil in the Index for further details Engine Coolant Level Check Check the engine coolant level and add DEX COOLR coolant mixture if necessary See Engine...

Страница 352: ...he Index Weatherstrip 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...

Страница 353: ...n any other position your vehicle needs service Automatic Transaxle Shift Lock Control System Check CAUTION When you are doing this check the vehicle could move suddenly If it does you or others could...

Страница 354: ...regular brake at once should the vehicle begin to move Park on a fairly steep hill with the vehicle facing downhill Keeping your foot on the regular brake set the parking brake D To check the parking...

Страница 355: ...d Seal Inspection Inspect the front and rear suspension and steering system for damaged loose or missing parts signs of wear or lack of lubrication Inspect the power steering lines and hoses for prope...

Страница 356: ...r Throttle System Inspection Inspect the throttle system for interference or binding and for damaged or missing parts Replace parts as needed Replace any components that have high effort or excessive...

Страница 357: ...drinkable water and use only GM GoodwrenchR DEX COOLR or HavolineR DEX COOLR Coolant See Engine Coolant in the Index USAGE FLUID LUBRICANT Hydraulic Brake System Delco Supreme 11R Brake Fluid GM Part...

Страница 358: ...Spring Anchor and Release Pawl LubriplateR Lubricant Aerosol GM Part No 12346293 or equivalent or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI 2 Category LB or GC LB USAGE FLUID LUBRICANT Hood and Door Hin...

Страница 359: ...vided after the maintenance interval Any additional information from Owner Checks and Services or Periodic Maintenance can be added on the following record pages Also you should retain all maintenance...

Страница 360: ...7 25 Maintenance Record DATE ODOMETER READING SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED...

Страница 361: ...7 26 Maintenance Record DATE ODOMETER READING SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED...

Страница 362: ...4 Customer Assistance for Text Telephone TTY Users 8 4 Customer Assistance Offices 8 5 GM Mobility Program for Persons with Disabilities 8 6 Oldsmobile Roadside Assistance Program Features and Benefi...

Страница 363: ...ents Sometimes however despite the best intentions of all concerned misunderstandings can occur If your concern has not been resolved to your satisfaction the following steps should be taken STEP ONE...

Страница 364: ...is why we suggest you follow Step One first if you have a concern STEP THREE Both General Motors and your dealer are committed to making sure you are completely satisfied with your new vehicle Howeve...

Страница 365: ...aring or speech impaired and who use Text Telephones TTYs Oldsmobile has TTY equipment available at its Customer Assistance Center Any TTY user can communicate with Oldsmobile by dialing 1 800 833 OLD...

Страница 366: ...00 GM Mobility Program for Persons with Disabilities This program available to qualified applicants can reimburse you up to 1 000 toward aftermarket driver or passenger adaptive equipment you may requ...

Страница 367: ...number is staffed by courteous and capable Roadside Assistance Representatives who are available 24 hours a day 365 days a year We will provide the following services during the Bumper to Bumper warra...

Страница 368: ...hone number of your location D Vehicle model year and color D Mileage of vehicle D Vehicle Identification Number VIN D Vehicle license plate number Oldsmobile reserves the right to limit services or r...

Страница 369: ...portation needs your dealer can help minimize your inconvenience If your vehicle cannot be scheduled into the service department immediately keep driving it until it can be scheduled for service unles...

Страница 370: ...local and rental vehicle provider requirements Requirements vary and may include minimum age requirements insurance coverage credit card etc You are responsible for fuel usage charges and may also be...

Страница 371: ...ING SAFETY DEFECTS TO THE UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death you should immediately inform the National Hig...

Страница 372: ...C Ottawa Ontario K1A 0N5 REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS TO GENERAL MOTORS In addition to notifying NHTSA or Transport Canada in a situation like this we certainly hope you ll notify us Please call us at 1 8...

Страница 373: ...d intended to provide basic operational information about the vehicle The owner s manual will include the Maintenance Schedule for all models In Portfolio Includes a Portfolio Owner s Manual and Warra...

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