The 1997 Oldsrnobile Cutlass Owner’s Manual
1-1 Seats and Restraint Systems This section tellsyou how to use your seats and safety belts properly.It also explains the “SRS” system. 2-1 Features and Controls This section explains how to start and operate your Oldsmobile. 3-1 Comfort Controls and Audio Systems This section tells youhow to adjust the ventilation and comfort controls and how to operate your audio system. 4-1 Your Driving and the Road Here you’ll fiid helpful information and tips about the road and how to drive under different conditions. 5-1 Problems on the Road This section tells what to doif you have a problem while driving, such as a flat tire or overheated engine,etc. 6-1 Service and Appearance Care Here the manual tellsyou how to keep your Oldsmobile running properly and looking good. 7-1 Maintenance Schedule This section tells you when to perform vehicle maintenance and what fluids and lubricants to use. 8- 1 Customer Assistance Information This section tells you how to contact Oldsmobilefor assistance and how to get service and owner publications. It also gives you informationon “Reporting Safety Defects” on page8-8. 9-1 Index Here’s an alphabetical listingof almost every subject in this manual.You can use it to quickly find something you want to read. i We support voluntary technician certification.
GENERAL MOTORS, GM, the GM Emblem, WE SUPPORT OLDSMOBILE, the OLDSMOBILE Rocket Emblem VOLUNTARY TECHNICIAN and the name CUTLASS are registered trademarksof CERTIFICATION THROUGH General Motors Corporation. National Institute for AUTOMOTIVE SERVICE This manual includes the latest information theat time EXCELLENCE it was printed.We reserve the rightto make changes in the product after that time without further notice. Please keep this manualin your Oldsmobile,so it will How to Use this Manual be there if you ever needit when you’reon the road. If you sell the vehicle, please leave this manualit inso the Many people read their owner’s manual from beginning new owner can use it. to end when they first receive their new vehicle.If you do this, it will help you learn about the features and controls for your vehicle. In this manual, you’ll find that pictures and words work together to explain things quickly.
Litho inU.S.A. @Copyright General Motors Corporation 1996 Part No. 22652546 A First Edition All Rights Reserved ii Index In the caution area, we tell you whatthe hazard is. Then we tell you what todo to help avoid or reducethe A good placeto look for what you need isthe Index in hazard. Please read these cautions.If you don’t, youor the back of the manual. It’s an alphabetical listof all others could be hurt. what’s in the manual, and the page number where you’ll find it. You will also find a circle with a slash throughit in Safety Warnings and Symbols this book. This safety You will find a numberof safety cautionsin this book. symbol means‘Don’t,” We use a box andthe word CAUTION to tell you “Don’t do this,”or “Don’t about things that could hurt youif you were to ignore let this happen.” the warning. I
These mean thereis something that could hurt you or other people.
iii Vehicle Damage Warnings In the notice area,we tell you about something that can damage your vehicle. Many times,this damage would Also in this book you will fimd these notices: not be covered by your warranty, andit could be costly. But the notice will tell you whatdo to to help avoid NOTICE: the damage. When you read other manuals, you might see CAUTION These mean thereis something that could and NOTICE warningsin different colors orin different words. damage your vehicle. You’ll alsosee warning labels on your vehicle. They use the same words, CAUTIONor NOTICE.
iv Vehicle Symbols These are some of the symbols you may find on your vehicle.
For example, These symbols These symbols These symbols These symbols Here are some these symbols are important have to do with are on someof are used on other symbols are used on an for you and your lamps: your controls: warning and you may see: original battery: your passengers indicator lights: whenever your vehicle is WINDSHIELD CAUTION WIPER POSSIBLE driven: A FUSE INJURY COOLANT - TEMP - DOOR LOCK PROTECT TURN EYES BY UNLOCK SIGNALS e P BAllERY LIGHTER SHIELDING CHARGING SYSTEM CAUSTIC WINDSHIELD BAllERY FASTEN HORN )cr ACID COULD SEAT DEFROSTER BRAKE (0) CAUSE BELTS BURNS
COOLANT SPEAKER AVOID WINDOW a SPARKS OR b DEFOGGER FLAMES ENGINE OIL PRESSURE e,FUEL SPARK OR ,\I/, B FLAME COULD VENTILATING FAN ( EXPLODE FOG LAMPS # ANTI-LOCK (@) 0 BRAKES BATIERY
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vi Section 1 Seats and Restraint Systems
Here you’ll findinformation about the seats in your Oldsmobile andhow to use your safety belts properly.You can also learn about some things you shouldnot do with air bags and safety belts.
1-2 Seats and Controls 1-20 SafetyBelt Use During Pregnancy 1-2 Manual Seats 1-23Questions and Answers About Air Baps 1-2 Power Seats 1-30 Safety Belt ComfortGuides 1-4 Reclining Front Seatbacks 1-34How to Use Child Restraints 1-5 Rear Seats 1-36 ImportantInformation for Buckling 1-8 Why Safety Belts Work Children in Child Restraints 1-11 Questions Many People Ask About 1-37Child Restraint Top Straps Safety Belts 1-47How to Obtain a Safety Belt Extender 1-12 How to WearSafety Belts Properly 1-47Checking Your RestraintSystems 1-15 Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster 1-47Replacing Parts After a Crash Move the lever under the front seat to unlock it. Slide the seat to where you wantit. Then release the lever and try to move the seat with your body,to make sure the seat is locked into place. 6-Way Power Seat (If Equipped) Move the seat higher by lifting and holdingthe bottom of the button. Lower the seat by pushing and holding the top of the button. To move the seat forward, pushthe rear of the button forward. To move the seat backward, pushthe front of the button rearward. Raise thefront of the seatby lifting and holding the bottom front end of the button.Lower the front of the seat by pushing and holding the bottomof the front end of the seat. Raise the rearof the seat by lifting and holding the bottom rearof the button. Lowerthe rear of the seat by pushing and holdingthe top rearof the button.
The power set button is located on the lower, leftside of the driver’s seat. This button allows you to move the seat up, down, forward and backward. It also moves the front of the seat up or down and the ofrear the seat up or down.
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For proper protection when the vehicle inis Sitting in a reclined position when your vehicle is motion, have the seatback upright. Then in motion can be dangerous. Evenif you buckle sit well back in the seatand wear your safety up, your safety belts can’t theirdo job when belt properly. you’re reclined like this. The shoulder belt can’t dojob its because it Head Restraints won’t be against yourbody. Instead, it will bein front of you. In a crash you could gointo it, Slide the head restraint up or downso that the topof the receiving neckor other injuries. restraint is closest to the top of your ears. This position reduces the chance of a neck injury ina crash. The lap belt can’t do itsjob either. In a crash the belt could goup over your abdomen. The belt forces would be there, notat your pelvic bones. This could cause seriousinternal injuries. CAUTION: (Continued)
1-5 Rear Seats Folding Rear Seat
To open the folding rearseat, open the trunk and pull one or bothof the tethers located on theleft side of the trunk. The leaf-hand tether will open the larger ofside the seatback. The right-hand tether will openthe smaller side of the seatback. Once a tetheris pulled, the seatback can be pushed open through the trunk, or pulled open from inside the vehicle. To close the folding rear seat from inside the car, push the seatback up until you hear a click. Then pull on the seatback to make sure itis secure. - Safety Belts: They’refor Everyone This partof the manual tells you how to use safety belts A CAUTIO properly. It also tells you some things you should not do with safety belts. It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargoarea, And it explains the Supplemental Restraint System inside or outside of a vehicle. In a collision, (SRS), or air bag system. people riding in theseareas are more likely to be seriously injured or killed. Do not allow people to ride in anyarea of your vehiclethat is not CAUTION: equipped with seatsand safety belts.Be sure A everyone in your vehicle is in a andseat using a Don’t let anyoneride where heor she can’t wear safety belt properly. a safety belt properly.If you are in a crash and you’re not wearing a safety belt, your injuries can be much worse.You can hit things inside the vehicle or be ejected from it.You can be seriously injured or killed. In the same crash,you might not beif you are buckled up. Always fasten your safety belt,and check that your passengers’ belts are fastened properly too. Your vehicle has a light Why Safety Belts Work that comes on as a reminder to buckle up. (See “Safety When you ride in or on anything, yougo as fast as Belt Reminder Light” in it goes. the Index.)
In most states and Canadian provinces, the law saysto wear safety belts. Here’s why:They work. You never knowif you’ll be in a crash.If you do have a crash, you don’tknow if it will be a bad one. A few crashes are mild, and some crashes can so be serious that even buckled up a person wouldn’t survive. But most crashes arein between. In many of them, people who buckle up can survive and sometimes walk away. Without belts they could have been badly hurt or killed. Take the simplest vehicle. Suppose it’sjust a seat After more than25 years of safety belts in vehicles, on wheels. the facts are clear.In most crashes buckling up does matter .. . a lot! Put someone on it. Get it up to speed. Then stop the vehicle.The rider doesn’t stop.
1-9 The person keeps going until stopped by something. or the instrument panel.. . In a real vehicle, it could be the windshield ...
1-10 . , .. .,...... , Q: If I’m a good driver, and I never drive far from How to Wear Safety Belts Properly home, why should I wear safety belts? Adults A: You may be an excellent driver, butif you’re in an accident -- even one that isn’t your fault-- you and This part is only for people of adult size. your passengers can be hurt. Being a good driver Be aware that there are special things to know about safety doesn’t protect you from things beyond your belts and children. And thereare different rules for smaller control, such as bad drivers. children and babies.If a child will be riding in your Oldsmobile, see the part ofthis manual called “Children.” Most accidents occur within25 miles (40 km) of Follow those rules for everyone’s protection. home. And the greatest numberof serious injuries and deaths occurat speeds of less than40 mph First, you’ll want to know which restraint systems your vehicle has. (65 km/h). We’ll start with the driver position. Safety beltsare for everyone. Driver Position This part describes the driver’s restraint system. Lap-Shoulder Belt The driver has a lap-shoulder belt. Here’show to wear it properly. 1. Close and lock the door. 2. Adjust the seat (to see how, see “Seats” in the Index) so you can sit up straight.
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5. To make the lap part tight, pull down on the buckle The lap part of the belt should be wornlow and snug on end of the belt as you pull onup the shoulder belt. the hips, just touching the thighs.In a crash,this applies force to thestrong pelvic bones. And you’d be less likely to slide under the lap belt.If you slid underit, the belt would apply force at your abdomen.This could cause serious or even fatal injuries. The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest. These parts of the body are best able totake belt restraining forces. The safety belt locksif there’s a sudden stop or crash, or if you pull the belt very quickly outof the retractor. 1-14 1-15 @ What’s wrong with this? A 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 shouldfit against your body.
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A: The shoulder beltis too loose. It won’tgive nearly as much protection this way.
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You can be seriouslyinjured if your belt is buckled in the wrong place like this.In a crash, the belt wouldgo up over your abdomen. The belt forceswould be there, notat the pelvic bones. This could cause seriousinternal injuries. Always buckle your beltinto the buckle nearest you.
A: The belt is buckled in the wrong place.
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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 straightso it can work properly, askor your retailer tofix it.
A: The belt is twisted across the body.
1-19 Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy Safety beltswork for everyone, inclwling pregnant women. w like all occupants, they aremore likely to be seriously injuredif they don't wear safetybelts.
A pregnant woman should weara lap-shoulder belt, ad the lap portion should be wornas low as possible, below the rounding, throughout the pregnancy. The best way to protect the fetus is to protectthe Here are the most important thingsto know about the air mother. When a safety beltis worn properly, it’s more bag system:
likely that thefetus won’t be hurt in a crash. For ~~ ~~ ~ ~. ~~~ ~ ~~ ~~ pregnant women,as for anyone, the key to making safety beltseffective is wearing them properly. CAmONi Right Front Passenger Position You can be severely injured or killed in acrash if‘ The right front passenger’s safetybelt works the same you aren’t wearing your safety belt-- even if you way as the driver’s safetybelt. See “Driver Position,” have air bags. Wearing your safety beltduring a earlier in this section. crash helps reduce your chanceof hitting things Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) inside the vehicleor being ejected fromit. Air bags are “supplemental restraints” to the safety This part explainsthe Supplemental Restraint System belts. All air bags are designed to work with (SRS) or air bag system. safety belts,but don’t replace them. Air bagsare Your Oldsmobile has twoair bags -- one air bag for the designed to work only in moderateto severe driver and another air bagfor the right front passenger. crashes where thefront of your vehicle hits something. They aren’t designedto inflate at all in rollover, rear, sideor low-speed frontal crashes. Everyone in your vehicle should weara safety belt properly-- whether or not there’san air bag for that person. There.is;an air bag readiness light 011the instrument panel, which shows the air bag symbol. How the Air Bag System Works
Where are the airbags? The driver’s air bag is in the middle of the steering wheel.
1-23 A When shouldan air bag inflate? An air bag is designed to inflate in a moderate to severe frontal or near-frontal crash. The air bag will inflate If something is betweenan occupant andan air only if the impact speedis above the system’s designed bag, the bag might not inflate properlyor it “threshold level.”If your vehicle goes straightinto a wall that doesn’t move or deform, the threshold islevel might force the object intothat person. Thepath about 9 to 16 mph (14 to 26 km/h). The threshold level of an inflating air bag must be kept clear. Don’t can vary, however,with specific vehicle design,so that put anything betweenan occupant andan air it can be somewhat above or below this range.If your bag, and don’t attach or put anything on the vehicle strikes something that will moveor deform, such steering wheelhub or on or near any other air as a parked car, the threshold level will be higher.The bag covering. air bag is not designed to inflatein rollovers, side impacts or rear impacts, because inflation would not help the occupant. In any particular crash, noone can say whether anair bag should have inflated simply becauseof the damage to a vehicle or becauseof what the repair costs were. Inflation is determined by the angleof the impact and how quickly the vehicle slows down in frontal or near-frontal impacts.
1-24 What makes an air bag inflate? What will you see after an air bag inflates? In an impact of sufficient severity, the air bag sensing After an air baginflates, it quickly deflates,so quickly system detects thatthe vehicle is in a crash. The sensing that some people may not even realizethe air bag system triggers arelease of gas from the inflator, which inflated. Some componentsof the air bag module-- the inflates the air bag. The inflator, air bag and related steering wheelhub for the driver’s air bag, orthe hardware are all part of the air bag modulesinside the instrument panelfor the right front passenger’s bag-- steering wheel andin the instrument panel infront of the will be hotfor a short time.The parts of the bag that right front passenger. come into contact with you may be warm, but not too How does air bag restrain? hot to touch. There will be some smoke and dust coming an from vents inthe deflated air bags. Air bag inflation In moderate to severe frontal or near-frontal collisions, doesn’t preventthe driver from seeing orfrom being even belted occupantscan contact the steering wheel or able to steer the vehicle, nor doesit stop peoplefrom the instrument panel. Air bags supplement the protection leaving the vehicle. provided by safety belts. Air bags distribute theforce of the impact more evenly over the occupant’s upper body, stopping the occupant more gradually. But air bags would not help you in many types of collisions, including rollovers,rear impacts and side impacts, primarily becausean occupant’s motion is not toward When an air bag inflates, thereis dust in the air. those air bags.Air bags should neverbe regarded as This dust could cause breathing problems for anything more than a supplement to safety belts, people with a history of asthma or other and then onlyin moderate to severefrontal or breathing trouble. To avoid this, everyone in the near-frontal collisions. vehicle should get out as soon it as is safe to doso. 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 door.or
1-25 In many crashes severe enough to inflate an air bag, windshields are broken by vehicle deformation. NOTICE: Additional windshield breakage may also occur from the right front passenger air bag. If you damage thecovering for thedriver’s or the 0 Air bags are designed to inflate only once. After they right frontpassenger’s air bag, the bagmay not inflate, you’ll need some new partsfor your air bag work properly. You may have to replace theair system. If you don’t get them, theair bag system bag modulein the steeringwheel or both the air won’t be thereto help protect you in another crash. bag moduleand the instrumentpanel for the A new system will includeair bag modules and right frontpassenger’s air bag. Do not openor possibly other parts.The service manualfor your break the air bag coverings. vehicle covers the needto replace other parts. 0 Your vehicleis equipped with a crash sensing and diagnostic module, which records information about the air bag system. The module records information about the readinessof the system, when the sensors are activated and driver’s safety belt usage at deployment. 0 Let only qualified technicians work on yourair bag system. Improper service can mean that yourair bag system won’t work properly. See your retailer for service.
1-26 Rear Seat OutsidePassenger Positions
Lap-Shoulder Belt The po8sitionsnext to the windows have lap-shoulder belts. Here's howto wear one properly.
1-27 1. Pick up the latch plate and pullthe'belt across you. Don't let it get twisted. The shoulder belt may lock if you pull the belt across you very quickly.If this happens, let the beltgo back slightly to unlockit. Then pull the belt across you more slowly. 2. Push the latch plate into the buckle untilit clicks.
The safety beltlocks if there's a sudden stop ora crash, or if you pull the belt very quickly outof the retractor.
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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 shouldfit against your body.
To unlatch the belt, just push the button on the buckle. Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guidesfor Children and Small Adults Rear shoulder belt comfort guides will provide added safety belt comfort for children who have outgrown child restraints andfor small adults. When installed ona shoulder belt, the comfort guide pulls the belt away from the neck and head.
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To remove and store thecomfort guides, squeeze the belt edges togetherso that you can take them out from 3 Children
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~~~ ~ ~~~ ~ ~ it orily 25'mph (40 kaalh),,a 12-lb. (5.5 kg) baby will suddenly become a 240-lb. (110kg) force on your arms. The baby would bealmost impossible to hold. Secure the babyin an infant restraint. L
Never hold a baby in your arms while ridiqg i;a a vehicle. A baby doesn't wei,gh much-- until a crash. Daring a crash a babywill become so heavy you can't hold it. For example, in a crash CAUTION: (Conthiued)
1-35 Child Restraints Be surethe child restraintis designed to be used in a vehicle. If it is, it will have a label saying thatit meets Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards. A child in a rear-facing childrestraint can be Then follow the instructionsfor the restraint.You may seriously injured if the rightfront passenger’s air find these instructions onthe restraint itself orin a bag inflates.This is because the backof a booklet, or both. These restraints use the belt system in rear-facing childrestraint would be very close to your vehicle, but the child also has to be secured within the inflatingair bag. Always secure a rear-facing the restraint to help reduce the chanceof personal injury. child restraint in therear seat. The instructions that come with the infant or child You may, however, secure a forward-facing child restraint will show you how to do that. restraint in the rightfront seat. Before you secure Where to Put the Restraint a forward-facing childrestraint, always move the front passenger seatas far back as it will go. Or, Accident statistics showthat children are saferif they secure the childrestraint in therear seat. are restrained in the rear rather thanthe front seat. We at General Motors therefore recommend that you put your child restraint in the rearseat. Never put a rear-facing Wherever you installit, be sure to secure the child child restraintin the front passenger seat. Here’s why: restraint properly. Keep in mind that an unsecured child restraint can move around in a collision or sudden stop and injure peoplein the vehicle. Be sure to properly secureany child restraint in your vehicle -- even when no childis in it. Top Strap Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Outside seat Position , ,, . 4. Buckle the^ belt. Make sure the release buttonis positioned so you would be able to unbucklethe safety belt quickfy if you ever had to. I 5. Buckle tkbelt. Make sure the release buttonis positioned so you would be ableto unbuckle the safety belt quicklyif you everhad to. 6. To tighten the belt, pull its free end whileyou push dow n on the on down child restraint. , Securing a ChiidRestraint inthe Right You’ll be using thelap-shedder belt. See the eadier part Front Seat Position about the top strapif the child restraint has one. 1. Because your vehicle hasa right front passenger air bag, always move the seatas far back as it will go before securing a forward-facing child restraint. (See “Seats” in the Index.) 2. htthe restraint on the seat. Follow the instructions for the child restraint. 3. Secure the childin the child restraint as the instructions say. Your vehicle has a right front passenger bag. Never air 4. Pick up the latch plate, and run thelap and shoulder put a rear-facing child restraintin this seat. Here’swhy: portions- of the vehicle’s safety belt through or around the restraint. The child restraint instructions will show you how.
A child in a rear-facing child restraint can be
~ seriously injured if the right front passenger’s air i bag inflates. Thisis because the back of a rearfacing child restraint would be very close to the inflating air bag. Always secure a rear-facing child restraint in the rear seat. 1-43 I Larger Children
6. To tighten the belt, pull up on the shoulder belt while you push down on the child restraint. 7. Push and pull the child restraintin different Children who have outgrown child restraints should directions to be sureit issecure. wear the vehicle’s safety belts. To remove the child restraint,just unbuckle the vehicle’s If you have the choice, a child should sit next to a safety belt and letit go back all the way. The safety belt window so the child can wear a lap-shoulder belt and will move freely again and be ready to work for an adultget the additional restraint a shoulder belt can provide. or larger child passenger.
1-44 Accident statistics show that childrenare safer if they A are restrainedin the rear seat. But they need to usethe safety belts properly. 0 Children who aren’t buckled up can be thrown outin Never do this. a crash. Here two childrenare wearing the same belt. The Children who aren’t buckled up canstrike other belt can’t properlyspread the impact forces.In a people who are. crash, thetwo children can be crushed together and seriously injured.A belt must be usedby only one personat a time.
@ What if a child is wearing a lap-shoulder belt, but the child isso small that the shoulder belt is very close to the child’s faceor neck? A: Move the child toward the center of the vehicle, but be sure that the shoulder beltstill is on the child’s shoulder, so that in a crashthe child’s upper body would have the restraint that belts provide.If the child is sitting in a rear seat outside position,see “Rear Safety BeltComfort Guides” inthe Index. If the child is so small that the shoulder beltis still very close tothe child’s face or neck, you might want to place the childin the center seat position, the one that has onlylap a belt. Wherever the child sits, the lap portionof the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips, just touching the child’s thighs. This applies belt force tothe child’s pelvic bonesin a crash. Safety Belt Extender Replacing Restraint System Parts If the vehicle’s safety belt will fasten around you, you After a Crash should useit. If you’ve had a crash, do you need new belts? But if a safety belt isn’tlong enough tofasten, your After avery minor collision, nothing may be necessary. retailer will order you an extender. It’s free. When you But if the belts were stretched,as they would beif worn go in to order it, take the heaviest coat you will wear,so during a more severe crash, then you need new belts. the extender will be long enoughfor you. The extender will bejust for you, andjust for the seat in your vehicle If belts are cut or damaged, replace them. Collision that you choose. Don’t let someoneelse use it, and useit darnage also may mean you will need to have safety belt only for the seat it is made to fit.To wear it, just attach it or seat parts repaired or replaced.New parts and repairs to the regular safety belt. may be necessary even ifthe belt wasn’t being used at the time of the collision. Checking Your Restraint Systems If your seat adjuster won’t work after a crash,the special Now and then, make surethe safety belt reminderlight part of the safety belt that goes through the toseat the and all your belts, buckles,latch plates, retractors and adjuster may need to be replaced. anchorages are working properly.Look for any other If an air bag inflates, you’ll need to replace air bag loose or damaged safety belt system parts. If yousee system parts. See the part on the air bag system earlierin anything that might keep a safety beltsystem from this section. doing its job, have it repaired. Torn or frayed safety belts may not protect youin a crash. They can rip apart under impact forces. If ais belt 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 maintenance.) 1-47 b NOTES &INOTES 1-50 Section 2 Features and Controls
Here you can learn about the many standard and optional features on your Oldsmobile, andinfomation on starting, shifting and braking.Also explained arethe instrument panel and the warning systems thattell you if everything is working properly-- and what to do if you have a problem.
2-3 Important Information About Keys 2-27 Adjusting the Tilt Steering Wheel 2-4 Door Locks 2-28 Functions of the Multifunction Lever 2-5 Operation of Child Security Locks 2-29 How to Usethe High/Low-Beam 2-6 Remote Lock Control Headlamp Changer 2-8 Battery Replacementfor Remote 2-30 Windshield Wipers and Fluid Lock Control 2-32 Using Cruise Control 2-11 Preventing Theftof Your Vehicle 2-35 Exterior Lamps 2-13 New Vehicle “Break-In” 2-36 Daytime Running Lamps (Dm) and 2-13 Ignition Positions Automatic Light Control(ALC) 2- 14 Tips on Starting Your Engine 2- 37 Interior Lamps 2- 15 Using the Engine Coolant Heater 2-39 Rearview Mirrors 2- 17 Automatic Transaxle Operation 2-41 Storage Compartments 2-2 1 Second-Gear Start 2-45 Sunroof 2-21 Parking Brake Guidelines 2-46 Instrument Panel Overview 2-25 Important Informationon Engine Exhaust 2-50 All About Your Warning Lights and Gages 2-26 Operation of Your Windows
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Leaving young children in a vehicle with the ignition key is dangerous for many reasons. A child or others could be badly injuredor even killed, They could operate power windows or other controls or even make the vehicle move. Don't leave the keys in a vehicle with young children.
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-. One key is usedfor the If you need a new key, go to your retailerfor the correct ignition, the doors and key code. all other locks. NOTICE:
Your vehicle has a number of new features that can help prevent theft, therefore you can havea lot of trouble getting into your vehicleif you ever lock your keys inside.You may even have to damage your vehicle toget in.So be sure you When a new vehicleis delivered, the retailer removes have extra keys. the key plugsfrom the keys, and gives themto the first owner. Each plug has a keycode on it that tells your retailer or a qualified locksmith how to make extra keys. Keep the plugs in asafe place. If you lose your keys, you’ll be able to haveone made easily using these plugs. D0o.r Locks From the outside, useyour key or RemoteLock Control transmitter, if your vehicle has this option.
Unlocked doors can be dangerous. Passengers -- especially children - can easily open the doors and fall out. When a door is locked, the inside handlewon’t open it. Outsiders can easilyenter through an unlocked door when you slow downor stop your vehicle. This may not beso obvious: You increase the chance of being thrown outof the vehicle ina crash if the doors aren’t locked. Wear safety belts properly, lock your doors,and you will be far better off whenever you drive yourvehicle. From the inside,to lock the door, move the locking lever forward. There are several ways to lock and unlock your vehicle. To unlock the door, move the locking lever rearward.
2-4 Power DoorLocks Rear Door Securitv Locks
The switchis located on the insideof the rear door. To use one of these locks: 1. Move the switch up. 2. Close the door. 3. Do the same thing on the other reardoor. The rear doorsof your vehicle cannot be opened Remote Lock Control (If Equipped) from the inside when thisfeature is in use. If- you want to open a rear door when the security lockis on: If your Oldsmobile hasthis option, youcan lock and unlock your doors or unlock your trunkfrom about 1. Unlock the doorfrom the inside. 3 feet (1 m) up to30 feet (9 m) away using the remote 2. Then open the door from the outside. lock control transmitter supplied with your vehicle. If you don’t cancel the security lock feature, adultsor In addition, the system older children whoride in the rear won’t beable to open illuminates the interior the rear door from the inside.You should let adults and lights for a set period of older children know how these security locks work, and time. The Remote Lock how to cancel the locks. Control system consistsof To cancel the rear doorlock a receiver, whichis located in the vehicle, and two I. Unlock the doorfrom the inside and openit from hand-held transmitters. the outside. 2. Move the switch down. 3. Do the same for the other rear door. The rear doors will now work normally. Your Remote Lock Control operates on a radio frequency Leaving Your Vehicle subject to Federal Communications Commission (FCC) If you are leaving your vehicle, open your door Rules and withhdustry Canada Rules. and lock the doorsfrom the inside, then get out and close the door. This device complies withPart 15 of the FCC Rules. Check the location. Other vehicles or objects may be Operation is subject to the following two conditions: blocking the signal. Take a few steps to the left or (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, right, hold the transmitter higher, andtry again. and (2) this device must accept any interference If you’re still having trouble, see your Oldsmobile received, including interference that may cause retailer or a qualified technicianfor service. undesired operation. Changes or modifications to this systemby other than This device complies with RSS-210 of Industry an authorized servicefacility could void authorization Canada. Operationis subject tothe following two to use this equipment. conditions: (1) this device may notcause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference Operation received, including interference that may cause undesired operationof the device. The following functions are available with the Remote Lock Control system: This system has arange of about 3 feet (1 m) up to 30 feet (9 m). At times you may notice a decreasein LOCK: All doors will automatically lock when the range. This is normal for any remote keyless entry LOCK button on the transmitteris pressed. Pressthe system. If the transmitter does not work ifor you have button a second time and you will hear“chqf’ a to to stand closer to your vehiclefor the transmitter to indicate that the doors have been locked. work, try this: UNLOCK: The driver’s door will unlock automatically Check to determine if battery replacement or when the UNLOCK button onthe transmitter is pressed. resynchronization is necessary.See the instructions If the UNLOCK button is pressed again withinfive that follow. seconds, all remaining doors will unlock. Check the distance. You may be too far from your Trunk Release:The trunk will unlock anytime the vehicle. You may need to stand closer during rainy vehicle symbol onthe transmitter is pressed, the or snowy weather. trunk lockout is not engaged andthe gear selectoris in PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N> . Matching Tral ~ itter(s) To Your V ~ le Battery Replacement Each remote lockCOI 11 transmitter is coded to prevent Under normal use, the batteryin your remote lock another transmitterfrom unlocking your vehicle.If a control transmitter should last about two years. transmitter is lost or stolen, a replacement canbe You can tell the battery is weakif the transmitter won’t purchased through your retailer. Remember to bring work at the normal rangein any location. If you have to any remaining transmitters with you when yougo to get close to your vehicle beforethe transmitter works, your retailer. Whenthe retailer matches the replacement transmitter to your vehicle, any remaining transmitters it’s probably time to change the battery.
~ must also be matched. Once your retailer has codedthe .~ new transmitter,the lost transmitter will not unlock your NOTICE: vehicle. Each vehicle can have only four transmitters matched to it. When replacing the battery, use care not to You can match your transmitter to as many1997 touch any of the circuitry. Static from your General Motors vehicles as youown, as long as they body transferred to these surfaces may damage have the same Remote Lock Control system. Contact the transmitter. your retailer-for assistance with this.
2-8 To resynchronize your transmitter and receiver,follow these directions: 1. Stand close to your vehicle, 2. Press and holdthe LOCK and UNLOCK buttons on the transmitter at the same time, 3. Hold the buttons .forfive seconds. In this. the, the doors should lock and unlock once.This confirms the resynchronization. If the doors do not lock and unlock, see your retailerfor service. Trunk Remote Trunk Release To unlock the trunk from the outside, insertthe key and turn thetrunk lock cylinder.
It can be dangerousto drive with thetrunk lid open because carbon monoxide (CO) gas can come into your vehicle.You can’t seeor smell CO. It can cause unconsciousnessand even death. If you must drive with thetrunk lid openor if electrical wiringor other cable connections must pass through the seal betweenbody the and the trunk lid: Make sure all windows are shut. 7h-n the fan on your heatingor cooling system to its highest speed with the setting onVENT. That will force outsideair into your vehicle. See “Comfort Controls’’ in the Index. 0 If you have air outlets onor under the instrument panel, open them all theway. See “Engine Exhaust” in the Index.
2-10 I trunk lid. However, thetrunk lid can still be opened I with thekey, but not with the remote lock cantrol ~ transmitter (if equipped). Theft Vehicle theft is big business, especiallyin some cities. Although your Oldsmobile hasa number of theft-deterrentfeatures, weknow that nothing we put ~ on it can make it impossible to steal.Howevex, there are ways you can help. Key in the Ignition If you leave your vehiclewith the keys inside, it’san easy target forjoy riders or professional thieves-- so don’t do it.
2-11 Parking at Night Passlock TM Park in a lighted spot, close all windows and lock your Your vehicle is equipped with the Passlock vehicle. Remember to keep your valuables outof sight. theft-deterrent system. Put them in a storage area,or take them with you. Passlock is a passive theft-deterrent system. The system Parking Lots is armed once the key is removed from the ignition. Passlock enables fuel if the ignition lock cylinderis If you park in a lot where someone will be watching turned with a valid key.If a correct key is not used, your vehicle, it’s best to lockit up and take your keys. fuel is disabled. But whatif you have to leave yourkey? What if you have to leave something valuable in your vehicle? During normal operation, the THEFT SYSTEM light will go off after the engineis started. If the THEFT Put your valuables in a storage area,like your trunk SYSTEM light flashes, wait untilthe light stops flashing or glovebox. before starting the engine. Lock the glove box. If the THEFT SYSTEM light comes on while the engine 0 Lock all the doors except the driver’s. is running, a problem has been detected and the system may need service. See your retailerfor service. In an emergency, call the Oldsmobile Roadside Assistance Program at 1-800-442-OLDS (6537).
2-12 I New Vehicle “Break-In” Ignition Positions
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Your modern Oldsmobile doesn’t need an elaborate “break-in.” But it will perform better in the longrun if you follow these guidelines: 0 Don’t drive at any one speed -- fast or slow -- for thefirst 500 miles (805 km). Don’t make full-throttlestarts. 0 Avoid making hard stops for thefirst 200 miles (322 km) or so. During this time your new brake linings aren’t yet broken in. Hard stopswith new linings can mean premature wear and earlierreplacement. With the ignition keyin the ignition switch, you canturn Follow this breaking-in guideline every the switchto four positions. time you get new brake linings. OFF (A): Before you put the keyinto the ignition 0 Don’t tow a trailer during break-in.See switch, the switchis off. It is the only position from “Towing a Trailer” in the Index for more which you can remove the key. This position locks your information. ignition and transaxle.A warning chime will soundif you open the driver’s door whenthe ignition is off and the key’isin the ignition:
2-13 ACC (Accessory) (B): This position unlocks the transaxle. It also lets you use things like the radio and NOTICE: windshield wipers when the engineis not running.To use ACC, push in the key and turnit to the right. Use Don’t try to shift to PARK(P) if your Oldsmobile this position if your vehicle must be pushed or towed, is moving. If you do, you could damage the but never to push-start your vehicle. try transaxle. Shift to PARK(P) only when your ON (C): This position unlocks the ignition and vehicle is stopped. transaxle. This position is also where the key returns after you start your engine and release the switch. The switch staysin ON when the engine is running. Buteven Starting Your 3100 Engine when the engine is not running, you can useON to 1. Without pushing the accelerator pedal, turn your operate your electrical power accessories, and to display ignition key toSTART. When the engine starts, let some instrument panel warning lights. go of the key. The idle speed will go down as your START (D): This position startsthe engine. When the engine gets warm. engine starts, releasethe key. The ignition switch will return to ON for normal driving. NOTICE: Starting Your Engine Move your shift lever toPARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N). Holding your key in START for longer than Your engine won’t startin any other position-- that’s a 15 seconds at a timewill cause your battery to safety feature.To restart when you’re already moving, be drained much sooner. And the excessive heat use NEUTRAL (N) only. can damage your starter motor. Engine Coolant Heater(If Equipped) To Use the Coolant Heater 4. Before starting the engine, be sure to unplug and store the cord asit was before to keepit away 1. Turn off the engine. from moving engine parts.If you don’t, it could 2. Open the hood and unwrapthe electrical cord. be damaged. 3. Plug it into a normal, grounded 110-volt AC outlet. How long should you keep the coolant heater plugged in? The answer depends on the outside temperature, the m kind of oil you have, and some other things. Instead of trying to list everything here, we ask that you contact your Oldsmobile retailerin the area where you’ll be parking your vehicle. The retailer can give youthe best Plugging the cordinto an ungrounded outlet advice for that particular area. could causean electrical shock. Also, the wrong kind of extension cord could overheat and cause a fire. You could be seriously injured. Plug the cord intoa properly grounded three-prong 110-volt AC outlet. If the cordwon’t reach, use a heavy-duty three-prongextension cord rated for atleast 15 amps. I Automatic Transaxle Operation A I If -1I II Ensure the shift lever is fullyin PARK (P) range NEUTRAL (N): In this position, your engine doesn’t before starting the engine.Your Oldsmobile has a connect with the wheels.To restart when you’re brake-transaxle shift interlock.You have to apply your already moving, useNEUTRAL (N) only. Also, use regular brake beforeyou can shift fromPARK (P) when NEUTRAL (N) when your vehicle is being towed. the ignition key isin ON. If you cannot shift outof PARK (P), ease pressure on the shift lever-- push the shift lever all theway into PARK (P) -- as you maintain brake application. Then move the shift lever into the gear you wish. (Press the shift lever button before moving the shift lever.)See “Shifting Out of PARK (P)” Shifting outof PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N) while later in this section. your engine is “racing” (running at high speed) is dangerous. Unless your footis firmly on the REVERSE (R): Use this gear to back up. brake pedal, your vehicle could move very I 1 rapidly. You could lose control and hit peopleor NOTICE: objects. Don’t shift out of PARK (P) or I NEUTRAL (N) while your engine is racing. Shifting to REVERSE(R) while your vehicle is moving forward could damage your transaxle. Shift to REVERSE(R) only after yourvehicle NOTICE: is stopped. Do not shift outof PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N) To rock your vehicle back and forth to get ofout snow, with the engineracing. Your transaxle can be ice or sand without damaging your transaxle, see “If damaged by doing thisand will not be coveredby You’re Stuck: In Sand, Mud,Ice or Snow” in the Index. your warranty. Shift your transaxle according to the instructions in this manual. DRIVE (D):This position is for normal driving.If you THIRD (3): This position is also usedfor normal need more powerfor passing, and you’re: driving, however, it offers more power and lower fuel economy than DRIVE (D). Here are some times Going less than 35 mph (56 km/h), push your accelerator pedal about halfway down. you might chooseTHIRD (3) instead of DRIVE (D): Going about 35 mph (56 km/h)or more, push the When driving on hilly, winding roads. accelerator allthe way down. You’ll shift down to When towing a trailer,so there is less shifting the next gear and have more power. between gears. When going down a steep hill. I NOTICE:
~~ ~~~~~ If your vehicle seems tostart up rather slowly, or if it seems not to shift gearsas you go faster, something may be wrong with a transaxle system sensor. If you drive veryfar that way, your vehicle can be damaged.So, if this happens, have your vehicle servicedright away. Until then,you can use SECOND (2) when you are driving less than 35 mph (56 km/h) and DRIVE (D) for higher speeds. SECOND (2): This position gives you more power but FIRST (1): This position gives you even more power lower fuel economy. You can use SECOND (2) on hills. (but lowerfuel economy) than SECOND (2). You can It can help control your speed as you go down steep use it on very steep hills, orin deep snow or mud. mountain roads, but then you would also want to use If the selector lever is putin FIRST (l),the transaxle your brakesoff and on. won’t shift intofiist gear untilthe vehicle is going slowly enough. NOTICE: NOTICE: Don’t drive in SECOND(2) for more than 25 miles (41 km), or at speeds over55 mph If your frontwheels can’t rotate, don’t try to (88 kmh), oryou can damage your transaxle. drive. This might happenif you were stuck in Use DRIVE (D) or THIRD(3) as much as very deep sand or mudor were up againsta possible. Don’t shift into SECOND(2) unless solid object. You can damage yourtransaxle. you are going slower than 65 mph (105 km/h) Also, if you stop when going uphill, don’t hold or you can damage yourengine. your vehicle there with only the accelerator pedal. This could overheatand damage the SECOND (2)will select eitherfirst or second gear transaxle. Use your brakes or shift intoPARK (P) depending on vehicle speed.If your vehicle is slowing, to hold yourvehicle in position on a hill. the transaxle will downshift to first gear at 20 to 25 miles per hour(32 to 40 km/h) for engine braking. You may notice some variation in shift speed in SECOND (2) when accelerating or braking.
I 2-20 Second-Gear Start To release the parking brake, holdthe regular brake pedal down with your right foot. Push downon the Your vehicle is equipped with a second-gear start parking brake pedal with yourleft foot. If the parking feature. Place the shift lever in SECOND (2)gear to brake is not released when you begin to drive, a chime provide more traction when you are starting ice on will sound warning you that the parking brakeis still on. or other slippery surfaces.The transaxle will bein SECOND (2)gear when the vehicle begins to move. After starting in SECOND (2)gear, place the shift lever NOTICE: in THIRD (3) or DRIVE (D). This feature is only for improved traction only when Driving with the parking brake on can cause the road surfaceis slippery andis not intendedfor your rear brakes to overheat. You may have to continuous use or whenthe vehicle is stuck in sand, replace them, and you couldalso damage other mud, ice, snow or gravel. parts of your vehicle. Parking Brake If you are towing a trailer and are parking on a hill,see To set the parking brake, “Towing a Trailer”in the Index. That section shows hold the regular brake pedal what to dofirst to keep the trailerfrom moving. down with your rightfoot. Push down the parking brake pedal with yourleft foot. If the ignitionis on, the brake system warning light will come on.
2-21 Shifting-IntoPARK (P) I
It can be dangerousto get outof your vehicle if the shift lever is notfully in PARK (P) with the parking brake firmly set.Your vehicle can roll. If you have left the enginerunning, thevehicle can move suddenly.You or others could be injured. To be sure your vehicle won’t move, even when you’re onfairly level ground, use the steps that follow. If you’re pulling a trailer, see 2. Move the shift lever intoPARK (P) like this: “Towing a Trailer” in the Index. 0 Hold in the button on the lever. 0 Push the lever all the way toward thefront of 1. Hold the brake pedal down with your right foot and your vehicle. set the parking brake. 3. Move the ignition key to OFF. 4. Remove the key and takeit with you. If you can leave your vehicle with the key in your hand, your vehicle is in PARK (P). Leaving Your Vehicle With the Torque Lock Engine Running If you are parking on hilla and you don’t shift your transaxle intoPARK (P) properly, the weightof the vehicle may puttoo much force on the parking pawlin the transaxle.You may find it difficult to pull the shift lever out of PARK (P). This is called “torque lock.”To It can be dangerous to leave your vehicle with prevent torque lock, set the parking brake and then shift the engine running. Your vehicle could move into PARK (P) properly before you leave the driver’s seat. To find out how, see “Shifting Into PARK (P)” in suddenly if the shift lever is not fully in PARK (P) the Index. with the parking brake firmly set. And,if you leave the vehicle with the engine running, it could When you are ready todrive, move the shift lever out overheat and even catch fire.You or others could of PARK (P) before you release the parking brake.
be injured. Don’t leave your vehicle with the If torque lock does occur, you may need to havez ~- -bther engine running unless you have to. vehicle push yours alittle uphill to take someof tne pressure from the parking pawlin the transaxle, so you can pull the shift lever outof PARK (P). If you have toleave your vehicle with the engine running, be sure your vehicle is in PARK (P) and your parking brake is firmly set beforeyou leave it. After you’ve moved the shift lever into PARK (P), hold the regular brake pedal down.Then, see if you can move the shiftlever-away from PARK (P) without first pushing the button. If you can, it means that the shift lever wasn’t fully locked intoPARK (P).
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~~ Shifting Out of PARK (P) Parking Over Things That Burn Your Oldsmobile has a brake-transaxle shift interlock. You have to apply your regular brake before you can shift fromPARK (P) when the ignition isin ON. See “Automatic Transaxle” inthe Index. If you cannot shift outof PARK (P), ease pressure on the shift lever-- push the shift lever all the way into PARK (P) -- as you maintain brake application. Then move the shift into the gear you wish. (Press the shift lever button before moving the shift lever.) If you ever holdthe brake pedal down but still can’t Shift QUtOf PARK (P), try this 1. Turn the key toOFF. 2. Apply and hold the regular brake until the end of Step 4. 3. Shift to NEUTRAL (N). 4. Start the vehicle and then shift to the drive gear Ih I you want. 1I CAUTION: 5. Have the vehicle fixed as soon as you can. Things that can burn could touch hot exhaust parts under your vehicle and ignite. Don’t park over papers, leaves, dry grassor other things that can burn.
2-24 Engine Exhaust Running Your Engine While You’re Parked It’s better notto park with the engine running. But if you ever have to, here are some thingsto know. Engine exhaust can kill.It contains the gas r carbon monoxide (CO),which you can’t seeor smell. It can cause unconsciousnessand death. You might have exhaust comingin if: Idling the engine with the climate control 0 Your exhaust system soundsstrange system off could allow dangerous exhaust or different. into your vehicle (see theearlier Caution 0 Your vehicle gets rusty underneath. under “Engine Exhaust”). Your vehicle was damagedin a collision. Also, idling in a closed-in place can let deadly 0 Your vehicle was damaged when driving over carbon monoxide (CO)into your vehicle even high points on the roador over road debris. if the fan switch isat the highest setting. One 0 Repairs weren’t done correctly. place thiscan happen is a garage. Exhaust-- with 0 Your vehicle or exhaust system had been CO -- can come in easily. NEVERpark in a modified improperly. garage with the engine running. If you ever suspect exhaust is cominginto Another closed-in placecan be a blizzard. (See your vehicle: “Blizzard” in the Index.) Drive it only with all the windows down to blow out any CO; and 0 Have your vehicle fixed immediately.
2-25 Windows Manual Windows It can be dangerous toget out of your vehicle if On a vehicle with manual windows, use the window the shiftlever is not fully in PARK (P) with the crank to open and close each window. parking brakefirmly set,Your vehicle can roll, Power Windows (If Equipped) Don’t leave your vehicle when the engine is running unless you have to. If you’ve left the engine running, thevehicle can move suddenly. You or others could be injured,To be sure your vehicle won’t move, even when you’re on fairly level ground, always set yourparkink brake and move the shift lever PARKto (P).
Follow the proper stepsto be sure your vehicle won’t move. See “Shifting IntoPARK (P)” in the Index. If you are parking on a hill andif you’re pulling a trailer, also see “Towing a Trailer” in the Index.
The power window switchesare located on themest of the driver’s door.In addition, each passenger door has a switch for its own window.
2-26 Auto-Down Switch Tilt Wheel The driver’s window switch has an auto-downfeature. This switch is labeled AUTO. Push the switch back partway, and the driver’s window will open a small amount. If the switch is pushed all the way back, the window will go all the way down. To stop the window whileit is lowering, move the switch forward.To raise the window, move and hold the switch forward. Lock Out Switch The driver’s power window controls also include a lock out switch. Press LOCKOUT to stop front and rear passengersfrom using their window switches.The driver can still control allthe windows withthe lock on. Press the LOCKOUT button againfor normal window operation. A tilt steering wheel allows youto adjust the steering wheel beforeyou drive. Horn You can also raiseit to the highest level to give your You can sound the horn by pressingthe horn symbol on legs more room when you exit and enterthe vehicle. your steering wheel. To tilt the wheel, hold the steering wheel and pull the lever toward you. Move the steering wheel to a comfortable level, then release the lever to lock the wheelin place.
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~ TurnSignaVMultifunction Lever lbrn and Lane Change Signals I The turn signal has two upward (for right) and two downward (forleft) positions. These positions allow you to signal a turn ora lane change. To signal a turn, move the lever all the wayup or down. When the turn is finished, the lever will return automatically. An arrow on the instrument panel will flashin the direction of the turn or lane change.
The lever on the left sideof the steering column includes your: Turn Signal and Lane Change Indicator ' HeadlampHigh/Low-Beam Changer Park Lamps and Headlamps To signal a lane change,just raise or lowerthe lever Headlamp High/Low Beam until the arrow starts to flash. Holdit there until you complete your lane change.The lever will returnby To change the headlamps itself when you releaseit. from low beam to high beam, push forward on the A warning chime signal will comeon if you have left turn signaUmultifunction your turn signal on for more than 3/4 mile (1 km). lever. To change the As you signal a turn or lane a change, if the arrow headlamps from high beam flashes rapidly, a signal bulb may be burned out and to low beam,pull the turn other drivers won’tsee your turn signal. signal lever backward. If a bulbis burned out, replaceit to help avoid an When the high bearns are accident. If the arrow doesn’t go on at all when you I a I on, light on the instrument signal a turn,check for burned-out bulbs and then check panel also will be on. the fuse (see “Fuses and Circuit Breakers”in the Index). Flash to Pass This feature lets you use your high-beam headlamps to signal a driverin front of you that you want to pass. To use it, pull the turn signaYmultifunction lever toward you until the high-beam headlamps come on, then release the leverto turn them off. You control the windshield wipers by moving the stalk Remember that damaged wiper blades may prevent you from seeing well enoughto drive safely. To avoid damage, be sure to clearice and snow from the wiper blades before using them.If they’re frozen to the windshield, carefully loosen or thaw them.If your blades In freezing weather, don’t use your washer until do become damaged, get new blades or blade inserts. the windshield is warmed. Otherwise the washer fluid can form ice on the windshield, blocking Heavy snow orice can overload your wiper motor.A circuit breaker will stop the motor untilit cools. Clear your vision. away snow or ice to prevent an overload. When you release the button, the washers will stop, but Windshield Washer the wipers will either stop or will resumethe delay you were using before.
To wash your windshield, push inthe button at the end of the stalk until the washers begin. 2-31 Cruise Control
Cruise control can be dangerous whereyou can’t drive safely at a steady speed. So, don’t use your cruise control onwinding roads or in heavy traffic. Cruise control can be dangerous on slippery roads. On such roads, fast changes in tire traction can causeneedless wheel spinning, andyou could lose control. Don’t use cruise control on slipperyroads.
With cruise control, you can maintaina speed of about 25 mph (40 km/h)or more without keeping your foot on the accelerator. This can really help on long trips. Cruise control doesnot work at speeds below 25 mph (40 km/h). When you apply your brake, the cruise control shutsoff.
2-32 Setting Cruise Control Resuming a Set Speed Suppose you set your cruise control at a desired speed and then you apply the brake.This, of course, shuts off the cruise control. But you don’t need to reset it. Once you’re going about25 mph (40 km/h) or more, you can If you leave your cruise controlswitch on when press the cruise control RESUME/ACCEL buttonfor you’re not using cruise,you might hit a button about half a second. and go into cruisewhen you don’t wantto. You You’ll go right back up to your chosen speed and could bestartled andeven lose control. Keepthe stay there. cruise controlswitch off until you want touse it. i If you press the RESUME/ACCEL button longerthan half a second, the vehiclewiU keep going faster until you release The cruise control buttons are located on the centerof the switchor apply the brake.So unless you want to go faster, the steering wheel. don’t hold down the RESUME/ACCEL button. 1. Press the cruise control ON/OFF button. 2. Get up to the speed you want. 3. Press the SETDECEL button and releaseit. 4. Take your foot off the accelerator pedal. Increasing Speed While Using Cruise Control Passing Another Vehicle While Using Cruise Control There are two ways to go to a higher speed. Use the accelerator pedal to increase your speed. When you take your foot Use the accelerator pedalto get to the higher speed. off the pedal, your vehicle will slow Push the SETDECEL button, then release the button down to the cruise control speed you set earlier. and the accelerator pedal. You’ll now cruise at the Using Cruise Control on Hills higher speed. How well your cruise control will work on hills depends Press the RESUME/ACCEL button. Hold it there upon your speed, load and the steepnessof the hills. until you get up to the speed you want, and then When going up steep hills, you may have to step on the .release the button.To increase your speedin very accelerator pedal to maintain your speed. When going small amounts, pressthe RESUME/ACCEL button downhill, you may have to brake or shifta tolower gear for less than half a second and then releaseit. Each to keep your speed down.Of course, applying the brake time you do this, your vehicle will go about1 mph takes you outof cruise control. Many drivers find this to (1.6 kmk)faster. be too much trouble and don’t use cruise controlon The accelerate featurewill only work after you turn on steep hills. the cruise control by pushingthe SETDECEL button. Ending Out of Cruise Control Reducing Speed While Using Cruise Control There are two ways to turnoff the cruise control: There are two ways to reduce your speed while using Step lightly on the brake pedal; cruise control: 0 Press the cruise control ON/OFF button. 0 Push the SETDECEL button until you reach the lower speed you want, then releaseit. Erasing the Cruise Speed Memory To slow down in very small mounts, push the When you turnoff the cruise controlor the ignition, SETDECEL button for less than half a second. Each your cruise control set speed memory is erased. time you do this, you’llgo 1 mph (1.6 kmk)slower.
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Lamps Rotate the turn -signal leverend cap up two positions to turn on: Daytime Running Lamps/ Automatic When the DRL are on, only your low-beam headlamps Light Control will be on.The taillamps, sidemarker and other lamps won’t be on. Yourinstrument panel won’t be Daytime Running Lamps(DRL) can make it easier for lit up either. others to see the frontof your vehicle during the day. DRL can be helpful in many different driving When it’s dark enough outside,the ALC system will conditions, but they canbe especially helpful inthe turn your headlamps on to full brightness.The other short periods after dawn and before sunset. lamps that come on with your headlamps will also come on. A light sensor belowthe defroster grille makes the DRL and Automatic Light Control (ALC) work,so When it’s bright enough outside, the ALC system will be sure it isn’t covered. The DRL system will make turn off your regular lamps, and your low-beam your low-beam headlamps come on aat reduced headlamps change to the reduced brightnessof DRL. brightness when: To idle your vehicle with theDIU off, set the park 0 The ignition is on, brake while the ignition is off. Then start the vehicle. The DRL will stay off until you release the park brake. 0 The headlamp switch is off, As with any vehicle, you should turnon the regular 0 The transaxle is notin PARK (P) and headlamp system when you need it. 0 The park brake is not set.
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Fog Lamps Interior Lamps The button for your fog Instrument Panel Intensity Control lamps is on the instrument panel, tothe left of the steering .wheel,beside the instrument panel intensity control. Illuminated EntryLExit System Trunk Lamp When youlift the outside handleof either front door, or The trunk lamp comeson when you open your trunk. open either rear door, the lamps inside your vehicle will go on. These lamps willfade out after about 40 seconds, Battery Saver or when the ignition is turned on after all doors have Your Oldsmobile is equipped with a battery saver been closed.If the ignition was recently turnedoff, the feature designed to protect your vehicle’s battery. lamps willfade out afterfour seconds. These lamps will also go on when you pressthe LOCK orUNLOCK When any interior lamp(trunk, reading, footwell or button on the optional Remote Lock Control transmitter. glove box) isleft on when the~ignitionis turned off, the battery saver system will automatically shut the lampoff If the ignition has beenoff for less than two minutes, after 20 minutes. This will avoid draining the battery. the lamps inside your vehicle will stay for on about 15 seconds after your key is removed from the To reactivate the interior lamps, either: ignition to provide an illuminated exit. The ignition must be turned on, Mirror Reading Lamps The activated lamp switch must be turnedoff and then on or Press the switchon the lowerfront portion of the mirror to turn onthe lamp. Press the other side of the switch to 0 A front door must be opened. turn the lamp off. The battery saver feature will also be activated when Three-Position Dome Lamp any door of your vehicle isleft open. The switch on this lamp has three positions.The ON position will turn on the light.The DOOR position will turn on the light whenever a dooris opened. The OFF position willshut off the lamp completely, even when a dooris opened. Mirrors Manual Remote Control Mirror The outside rearview mirror should be adjustedso you Inside Daymight Rearview Mirror can just see the sideof your vehicle when you are sitting in a comfortable driving position. Adjust the driver’s side outside mirror withthe control lever on the driver’s door.
To adjust your passenger’s side mirror,sit in the driver’s seat and have a passenger adjust the mirrorfor you. This mirror can be adjusted two ways.First, to adjust the angleof the mirror, movethe mirror to a position that allows you see out the back window.To adjust the height of the mirror, adjustthe arm that connects the mirror to the windshield. To reduce glare from lights behind you, move the lever toward you to the night position.
2-39 Power Remote Control Mirror Convex Outside Mirror (If Equipped) Your passenger’s side mirroris convex. A convex mirror’s surface is curved so you can see more from the driver’s seat.
A convex mirror can make things (like other vehicles) look farther away than they really are. If you cut too sharply into the right lane, you could hit a vehicle on your right. Check your inside mirror or glance over your shoulder before changing lanes.
This switch is located onthe armrest of the driver’s door. Move this switch tothe left or right depending on which mirror you needto adjust (center is theoff position.) Then adjust the directionof the mirror using the paddle marked with arrowsjust below the selector switch.
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Convenience Net (If Equipped) Sunvisors Your vehicle may have a convenience net. You'llsee it To block out glare, youcan swing downthe visors. You just inside the back wallof the trunk. can also swing them to theside. Put small loads,like grocery bags, behindthe net. It can help keep themfrom falling over during sharpturns or quick starts and stops. The net isn't for larger, heavier loads. Store them in the trunk as far forward as you can. You can unhook the net so thatit will lie flat when you're not using it.
-EsorVanity Mirror Lift the cover to expose the visor vanity mirror.
~~ 2-43 Illuminated Visor Vanity Mirror Accessory Power Outlets (If Equipped)
Your vehicle is equipped with two accessory power outlets. Thereis one locatedat the frontof the center console and one located on the passenger’s ofside the This mirror is locatedon the passenger’s side visor. center console. Just lift up the door to reveal the outlet. When you lift the cover, the light will turnon. You can use it to plug in additional electric accessories. Be sure to follow the proper installation instructions that are included with any electrical accessory you install. The accessory power outletsare protected by a fuse and have a maximum current level.
2-44 Garment Hook Sunroof (If Equipped) Pull down onthe outer ring Open the sunshade by hand when using the to use the garment hook. vent position. To partially open, or usethe vent position of the sunroof, push the switch back and releaseit. To fully open the sunroof, push the switch back again and release. Thisis the express open modeof the sunroof. To close the sunroof, pushthe switch forward and hold it until the sunroof is closed.The sunroof will stopif the switch is released during operation. The sunroof glass panel cannot be opened or closedif your Oldsmobile hasan electrical failure.
NOTICE:
Do not attempt to force the sunshade forward of the sliding glass panel. Damage will occur and the sunroof may not open or close properly.
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2-46 Your instrument panelis designed to let you know a at J. Hazard Warning Flashers Switch glance how your vehicle is running. You’ll know how K. Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) fast you’re going, how muchfuel you’re using, and many other things you’ll need to drive safely and L. Fuse Panels economically. M. Climate Control System The main componentsof your instrument panel are: N. Accessory Power Outlets A. Fog Lamp Switch 0. Gear Shift Lever B. Instrument Panel intensity Control P. AudioSystem C. Turn SignalMultifunction Lever Q. Park Brake Pedal D. Cruise Control Switches (If Equipped) R. Tilt Wheel Lever E. Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) andHorn S. Hood Release Lever F. Instrument Panel Cluster T. Trunk Release Button G. Windshield Wipermasher Lever U. Instrument Panel Cupholder H. Ignition Switch
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- Instrument Panel Cluster Your Oldsmobile is equipped with this cluster, which includes indicator warning lights and gages that are explained on the following pages.Be sure to read them.
I 2-48 Speedometer and Odometer Trip Odometer Your speedometer lets you see your speed in both miles The trip odometer cantell per hour (mph) and kilometers per hour(km/h). you how far you have Your odometer shows howfar your vehicle has been driven since you last resetit. driven, in either miles (used inthe United States) or kilometers (usedin Canada). Your Oldsmobile has a tamper resistant odometer.The digital odometer will read999,999 if someone tries to turn it back. You may wonder what happensif your vehicle needs a new odometer installed.If the new one can be set to the mileage totalof the old odometer, thenit must be. Butif The reset button is located next to the trip odometer.To it can’t, then it’s set at zero and a label must be put on reset the trip odometer to zero, press and hold the reset the driver’s doorto show the old mileage reading when button for one to two seconds.Also by pressing this the new odometer was installed. button, you can toggle between the odometer and the trip odometer.
2-49 Tachometer Warning Lights, Gages and Indicators I This part describes the warning lights and gages that may be on your vehicle. The pictures will help you locate them. Warning lights and gages cansignal that something is RPM wrong beforeit becomes serious enough to causean x 1000 expensive repair or replacement. Paying attentionto your warning lights and gages could also save youor 4 others from injury. Warning lights come on when there may beis or a problem with oneof your vehicle's functions.As you will seein the details on the next few pages, some warning lights come on briefly when you start the engine just to let you know they're working. If you The tachometer shows your engine speed in revolutions are familiar with this section, you should not be per minute (rpm). alarmed when this happens. I NOTICE: Do not run your engine at speeds in the red area, or engine damage may occur. Gages canindicate when there may be oris a problem Safety Belt Reminder Light with one of your vehicle’s functions. Often gages and warning lights work together tolet you know when When the key is turned to ON or START, a chime will there’s a problem with your vehicle. come on for about eight seconds to remind people to fasten their safety belts, unless the driver’s safety belt When one of the warning lights comeson and stays is already buckled. on when you are driving, or when oneof the gages shows there may be a problem,check the section that The safety belt light will tells you what todo about it. Please follow this manual’s also come on and stay on advice. Waiting to do repairs can be costly-- and even for about 20 seconds, then dangerous. So please get to know your warning lights it will flashfor about and gages. They’re a big help. 55 seconds. If the driver’s belt is already buckled, neither the chime nor the light will comeon.
2-51 Air Bag Readiness Light The air bag readiness light should flashfor a few seconds when you turn the ignition key ON. to If the There is an air bag readiness light on the instrument light doesn’t come on then, haveit fixed so it will be panel, which shows the air bag symbol.The system ready to warn you if thereis a problem. checks the air bag’s electrical systemfor malfunctions. The light tells youif there is an electrical problem. Charging System Indicator Light The system check includesthe air bag sensor, the air bag modules, the wiring and the crash sensing and The charging system diagnostic module. For more information on the air indicator light will come bag system, see “Air Bag” in the Index. on when you turnon the ignition, but the engineis This light will come on not running, as a check to when you start your engine, show you it is worhg. and it will flashfor a few Then it should go out. seconds. Thenthe light should go out. This means
If it stays on, or comes on while you are driving and you hear a chime, you may have a problem with the electrical charging system. It could indicate that you have a loose generator drive belt or another electrical If the air bag readiness light stays on after you startthe problem. Have it checked right away. Driving while engine or comes on when you are driving, yourair bag this light is on could drain your battery. system may not work properly. Have your vehicle serviced right away. If you must drive a short distance with the light on, be certain to turnoff all your accessories, such as the radio and air conditioner. 2-52 Brake System Warning Light Your Oldsmobile’s hydraulic brake systemis divided into two parts.If one part isn’t working, the other part can still work and stop you.For good braking, though, Your brake system may not be working properly you need both parts working well. if the brake system warning lighton. is Driving If the warning light comes on, there could be a brake with the brake system warning light on can lead problem. Have your brake system inspected right away. to an accident.If the lightis still on after you’ve pulled off the road and stopped carefully, have This light should come on the vehicle towed for service. briefly when you turnthe ignition key toON. If it doesn’t come on then, have When the ignitionis on, the brake system warning light it fixed so it will be ready to will also come on when you set your parking brake. The BRAKE warn you if there’sa light will stay onif your parking brake doesn’t release problem. fully. If it stays on after your parking brake is fully released, it means you have a brake problem.
If the light andchime come on while you are driving, pull off the road and stop carefully.You may notice that the pedal is harder to push. Or,the pedal may go closer to thefloor. It may take longer to stop.If the light is still on, have the vehicle towedfor service. (See “Towing Your Vehicle’’in the Index.) Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light With the anti-lock brake system, this light will come on when you turn your ignition on or start your engine andit will stay on for three seconds. That’s normal.
If the light stays on and the chime sounds, turn the ignition to OFF. Or, if the light comes on when you’re driving, stop as soon as possible and turn the ignition off. Then startthe engine again to resetthe system. If the light still stays on, or comes on again while you’re driving, your Oldsmobile needs service.If the regular brake system warning light isn’t on, you still have brakes, but you don’t have anti-lock brakes.If the regular brake system warning lightis also on, you don’t have anti-lock brakes and there’sa problem with your regular brakes. See “Brake System Warning Light” earlierin this section. Low Coolant Warning Light Malfunction Indicator Lamp (Check Engine Light) This light comes on briefly when you turn Your Oldsmobile is your ignition on. equipped with a computer which monitors operation of the fuel, ignition and m\ J emission control systems. CHECK
If this light comes on and stays on and you hear a chime, the vehicle should promptly be pulledoff the road and This system is called OBDI1 (On-Board the coolantlevel checked. Diagnostics-Second Generation) and is intended to See “Engine Coolant”in the Index.If there are visible assure that emissions are at acceptable levelsfor signs of steam, see “Engine Overheating”in the Index the life of the vehicle, helping to produce a cleaner before opening the hood. Have your vehicle serviced as environment. TheCHECK ENGINE light comeson to soon as you can. indicate that there is a problem and service is required. Malfunctions often will be indicated by the system before any problem is apparent. This may prevent more serious damage to your vehicle. This system is also designed to assist your service technician in correctly diagnosing any malfunction. I If the LightIs Flashing NOTICE: The following may prevent more serious damageto your vehicle: If you keep driving your vehicle with this light Reducing vehicle speed. on, after a while, your emission controls may not work as well, your fuel economy may not be as Avoiding hard accelerations. good and your enginemay not run as smoothly. Avoiding steep uphill grades. This could lead to costly repairs that may not be If you are towing a trailer, reduce the .amountof covered by your warranty. cargo being hauled as soon asit is possible. If the light stops flashing and remains on steady, see “If This light should come on, as a check to showit youis the Light Is On Steady” following. working, when the ignitionis on and the engine is not running. If the light doesn’t come on, have it repaired. If the light continues to flash, whenit is safe to doso, This light willalso come on during a malfunction in one stop the vehicle. Find a safe placeto park your vehicle. of two ways: Turn the keyoff, wait atleast 10 seconds and restartthe engine. If the light remains on steady, see“If the Light Light Flashing -- A misfire condition has been Is On Steady” following. If the light is still flashing, detected. A misfire increases vehicle emissions and follow the previous steps, and drive the vehicle to your may damage the emission control system on your retailer or qualified service centerfor service. vehicle. Retailer or qualified service center diagnosis and serviceis required. Light On Steady -- An emission control system malfunction has been detected on your vehicle. Retailer or qualified service center diagnosis and service maybe required.
2-56 If the LightIs On Steady If so, be sure to fuel your vehicle with qualityfuel (see “Fuel” in the Index). Poor fuel quality will cause your You may be able to correct the emission system engine not to run as efficiently as designed.You may malfunction by consideringthe following: notice this as stalling after start-up, stalling when you Did you recently putfuel into your vehicle? put the vehicle into gear, misfiring, hesitation on If so, reinstall the fuel cap, making sure to fullyinstall acceleration or stumbling on acceleration. (These the cap. The diagnostic system can determineif the fuel conditions may go away once the engine is warmed up.) cap has beenleft off or improperly installed.A loose or This will be detected by the system and causethe light missing fuel cap will allowfuel to evaporateinto the to turn on. atmosphere. A few driving trips withthe cap properly If you experience one or moreof these conditions, installed should turn the light off. change the fuel brand you use. It will require at least one Did youjust drive through a deep puddleof water? full tank of the properfuel to turn the light off. If so, your electrical system may be wet.The condition If none of the above steps have made the light turn off, will usually be corrected whenthe electrical system have your retailer or qualified service center checkthe dries out. A few driving trips should turnthe light off. vehicle. Your retailer has the proper test equipment and diagnostic tools tofix any mechanical or electrical Have you recently changed brandsof fuel? problems that may have developed.
2-57 Oil Pressure Warning Light If you have a low engine oil pressure problem, this light will stay on after you start Don't keep drivingif the oil pressure is low. If your engine, or come on you do, your engine canbecome so hot that it and you will hear a chime catches fire. You or others could be burned. when you are driving. Check youroil as soon as possible and have vow vehicle serviced.
I This indicates that your engineis not receiving enough I NOTICE: oil. The engine couldbe low on oil, or could have some other oil problem. Haveit fixed immediately. Damage to your engine fromneglected oil problems can be costly and is not covered by When the ignition is on but the engine is not running, the light will come on aas test to show youit is your warranty. working, but the light willgo out when the engineis running. If it doesn't come on with the ignition on, you may have a problem with the fuse or bulb. Have it fixed right away.
2-58 Check Oil Light Passlock Warning Light If the light comes on and This light will come on you hear a chime or stays on briefly whenyou turn after starting your vehicle, the ignition on. The light your engine oil level should will stay on until the CHECK be checked. THEFT engine starts. OIL SYSTEM
Prior to checking theoil level, be sure your vehicle has If the light flashesfor several seconds,the Passlock been shut off for several minutes andis on a level system has entered a tamper mode.If the vehicle fails surface. Checkthe oil level on your dipstick and bring to start, see “Passlock” in the Index. it to the proper level. See “Engine Oil”in the Index. If the light comes on continuously while driving and NOTE: A false CHECK OIL light may be generated stays on, there may be a problem with the Passlock when parking on steep grades. system. Your vehicle will not be protectedby Passlock, and you shouldsee your retailer. The oil level monitoring system only checksoil level during the brief period between key on and engine crank. It does not monitor engineoil level when the engine is running. Additionally, an oil level checkis only performed ifthe engine has been turnedoff for a considerable periodof time allowingthe oil normally in circulation to drain backinto the oil pan. Cruise Light Low v- --- Light The CRUISE light comes The LOW WASH on whenever you set your FLUID light will come cruise control. on briefly when you turn on the ignition. LOW CRUISE WASH
It will also come on, chimeand stay on if the fluid reservoir is less than one-thirdfull.
. , .. Service Vehicle Soon Light Door Ajar Light This light will come on When the ignitionis on, briefly when youturn on the this light will stay on until ignition. all doors are closed and SERVICE completely latched. VEHICLE SOON
It will stay on ifit detects a problem on the vehicle, such You will hear a brief chimeif a door is unlatched after as a DRL malfunction. If this happens,see your retailer the engine is started and the vehicle is notPARK in (P) service department as soon as possible. or NEUTRAL (N). The chime will continue until the door is latched properly.
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~~ Fuel Gage 0 It takes a little moreor less fuel to fill up than the gage indicated. For example, the gage may have Your fuel gage tells you indicated the tank was half full, it but actually took a about how much fuel you little more or less than half the tank's capacityfill to have left, when the ignition the tank. \ is on. When the indicator \ nears EMPTY (E),the light 0 The gage moves a little when youturn a corner or will come on and you will speed up. hear a chime.You still have The gage goes back to EMPTY (E) when you turn a little fuel left, but you off the ignition. 0 should get moresoon.
Here are four things that some owners ask about. None of these show a problem with your fuel gage:
0 At the service station, the gas pump shutsoff before the gage readsFULL (F).
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2-64 Section 3 Comfort Controls and Audio Systems
In this section, you’llfind out how to operate the comfort control and audio systems offered with your Oldsmobile. Be sure to read aboutthe particular systems supplied with your vehicle.
3-2 Climate Controls 3-14 AM-FM Stereo With CD Player and Cassette 3-3 Air Conditioning and ATC 3-4 Heating 3- 19 Theft-Deterrent Feature 3-4 Tips for Defogging and Defrosting 3-21 Understanding Radio Reception 3-5 Rear Window Defogger 3-21 Tips About Your Audio System 3-6 Ventilation System and Tips 3-22 Adding Sound Equipmentto Your Vehicle 3-7 Setting the Clock 3-22 Care of Your Cassette Tape Player 3-7 AM-FM Stereo 3-23 Care of Your Compact Discs 3-9 AM-FM Stereo With Cassette 3-23 Antenna and ATC Comfort Controls decrease fan speed.To turn the fanoff (which will also turn the climate control systemoff), turn the knob all the This section tells you how to make your air system way to the left. In any other setting, the fan runwill work for you. The climate control system with air continuously. The fan must be on to run the air conditioning uses ozone-friendlyR- 134a refrigerant. conditioning compressor. With these systems, you can control the ventilation and heating in your vehicle. Your vehicle also has the Temperature Knob flow-through ventilation system described later in The center knob regulates the temperatureof the air this section. coming through the system. Climate Control System with Air Conditioning Mode Knob The right control knob changes the functions of the system. -bo /J VENT In this position the airflow comes through the instrument panel outlets.Set the center control knob to the temperature desired. *e +# BI-LEVEL In this position the aifflow comes through the instrument panel outlets and through the floor outlets. Set the center control knob to the temperature desired.
0 +'FLOOR In this position the airflow comes sf Fan Knob through the floor outlet. Set the center control knob to the temperature desired. The left knob selects the forceof air you want. Turn the knob to the right to increase fan speed and to the left to -3-2 3-3 Heating Defogging and Defrosting Windows On cold days, use FLOOR with the temperature knob all Your system has two settingsfor clearing the front and the way in the red area. The system will bring in outside side windows. For each setting, adjust the temperature air, heat it and sendit to the floor ducts. control as desired. Your vehicle has heat ducts that are directed toward the To defrost the windows quickly, rotate the temperature rear seat. Keep thearea under the front seats clearof control knob all the way in the red area. Use obstructions sothe heated air can reach the rear DEFROST and adjust thefan to the highest speed. seat passengers. To warm passengers while keepingthe windows clean, use DEFOG. If your vehicle has an engine coolant heater, you can use it to help your system provide warmair faster when it’s Your vehicle is equipped with side window defogger cold outside(0°F (- 18O C) or lower). An engine coolant vents. The side window defogger vents are located on heater warms the coolant your engine and heating the outside of the side instrument panel vents. For system useto provide heat.See “Engine Coolant additional side window defogging, rotate the mode Heater” in the Index. control to VENT, rotate thefan control to the highest speed, press A/C and aim theside vents on the instrument panel to the windows. For increased airflow to the side windows, closethe center vents. RECIRCULATION will not work in DEFROST and DEFOG. This is done to prevent recirculationof humid inside air and allow the system to work properly. Rear Window Defogger (If Equipped) Do not attach a temporary vehicle license across the defogger grid on the rear window. The rear window defogger uses a warming grid to remove fog from the NOTICE: rear window. Don’t use a razor bladeor anything else sharp on the inside of the rear window.If you do, you could cut or damage the warming grid, and the repairs wouldn’t be covered by your warranty.
Press the defogger switch.The indicator light will glow. The rear window defogger will turn itselfoff after about 10 minutes after thefirst time the buttonis pressed, and after 5 minutes each additional time the buttonis pressed. You can turn the defoggeroff by pressing the button again or turning off the ignition. Ventilation System Ventilation Tips For mild outside temperatures whenlittle heating or a Keep the hood andfront air inletfree of ice, snow or cooling is needed, useVENT to direct outsideair any other obstruction, such as leaves.The heater and through your vehicle.Your vehicle also has the defroster will workfar better, reducing the chanceof flow-through ventilation system. fogging the insideof your windows. Your vehicle’s flow-through ventilation system supplies a When you enter a vehiclein cold weather, adjust the outside air into the vehicle whenit is moving. Outside mode knob to FLOOR and the fan to the highest air will also enter the vehicle when theair conditioning speed for a few moments before drivingoff. This fan is running. helps clear the intake ductsof snow and moisture and reduces the chanceof fogging the insideof your windows. 0 Keep the air path under thefront seats clear of objects. This helps air circulate throughout your vehicle. a To prevent circulationof outside air, pressthe recirculation button. This will close all outside vents.
3-6 Audio Systems AM-FM Stereo Your DelcoB audio system has been designed to operate easily .and give yearsof listening pleasure.You will get the most enjoyment outof it if you acquaint yourself with it first. Find out what your Delco system can do and how to operateall its controls, to be sure you’re getting the most outof the advanced engineering that went into it. Setting the Clock Press and holdHR until the correct hour appears. The letter A or P may appear onthe display for AM or PM. Then, press and holdMN until the correct minute appears. The clock may beset with the ignition on or off.
Playing the Radio PWR-VOL: Press this knob to turn the system on and off. To increase volume,turn the knob to the right. Turn it to the left to decrease volume. RECALL: Press this button briefly to recall the station PUSHBUTTONS: The five numbered pushbuttons let being played orto display the clock.To change what is you return to your favorite stations.You can set up to normally shown on the display (station or time), press 15 stations (fiveAM, five FM1 and five FM2). Just: the RECALL button until yousee the display you want, 1. Turn the radio on. then hold the RECALL button until the display flashes. If you press the button when the ignitionis off, the clock 2. Press AM-FM to select the band. will show for a few seconds. 3. Tune in the desired station. Finding a Station 4. Press and hold oneof the five numbered buttons. The sound will mute. Whenit returns, release the AM-FM: Press this button to switch betweenAM, FM1 button. Whenever you press that numbered button, and FM2. The display shows your selection. the stationyou set will return. TUNE: Press this knob lightlyso it extends. Turn it to 5. Repeat the stepsfor each pushbutton. choose radio stations. Pushthe knob back into its stored position when you’re not usingit. P SCAN:Press SCAN for more than two seconds, and P SCAN will appear onthe display. The radio will go to SEEK: Press the up or down arrow to gothe to next the first preset station stored on your pushbuttons, stop higher or lower station and stay there.The sound will for a few seconds, then go on to the next preset station. mute while seeking. Press SCAN again to stop scanning. SCAN: Press this button and releaseit to listen to stations for a few seconds.The radio will go to a station, stop for a few seconds, then go onto the next station. Press the button again tostop scanning. The sound will mute while scanning, and SCAN will appear on the display. If you press SCANfor more than two seconds, the radio will change to P SCAN mode.P SCAN will appear on the display.
3-8 Setting theTone AM-FM Stereo with CassetteTape Player BASS: Press this knob lightly so it extends. Turn the and AutomaticTone Control (If Equipped) knob to increase or decrease bass. TREB: Press this knob lightlyso it extends. Then pull the knob all the way out. Turnit to increase or decrease treble. If a station is weak or noisy, you may want to decrease thetreble. Push these knobs back into their stored positions when you’re not using them. Adjusting the Speakers BAL: Press this knob lightly so it extends. Turn the knob to move the soundto the left or right speakers. The middle position balances the sound between the speakers. FADE: Press the knob lightlyso it extends. Then pull the knob all the way out. Turn it to move the sound to Playing the Radio the front or rear speakers.The middle position balances the sound between the speakers. PWR-VOL: Press this knob to turn the system on and off. To increase volume, turn the knob to the right. Turn Push these knobs back into their stored positions when it to the left to decrease volume. you’re not using them. RCL: Press this button briefly to recall the station being PUSHBUTTONS: The five numbered pushbuttons let played or to display the clock.To change what is you return to your favorite stations.You can set up to normally shown on the display (station ortime), press 15 stations (fiveAM, five FM1 and five FM2). Just: the RCL button until yousee the display you want, then 1. Turn the radio on. hold the RCL button untilthe display flashes.If you press the button when the ignition is off, the clock will 2. Press AM-FM to select the band. show for a few seconds. 3. Tune in the desired station. Finding a Station 4. Press TONE to select the equalization that best suits AM-FM: Press this button to switch betweenAM, FM1 the typeof station selected. and FM2. The display shows your selection. 5. Press and hold oneof the five numbered buttons. TUNE: Press this knoblightly so it extends. Turn it to The sound will mute. Whenit returns, release the choose radio stations. Pushthe knob back into its stored button. Whenever you press that numbered button, position when you’re not using it. the station you set will return and the tone that you selected will also be automatically selectedfor SEEK: Press the up or downarrow to go to the next that button. higher or lower station and stay there. The sound will mute while seeking. 6. Repeat the steps for each pushbutton. SCAN: Press this button and releaseit to listen to P SCAN: Press SCANfor more than two seconds, and stations-fora few seconds.The radio will go to a station, P SCAN will appear on the display. The radio will go to stop for a few seconds, then go on to the next station. the first preset station stored on your pushbuttons, stop Press the button againto stop scanning. The sound will for a few seconds, then go on to the next preset station. mute while scanning, and SCAN will appear on the Press SCAN again to stop scanning. display. If you press SCANfor more than two seconds, the radio will change to P SCAN mode. P SCAN will appear on the display.
3-10 Setting theTone Adjusting the Speakers BASS: Press this knob lightly so it extends. Turnthe BAL: Press this knob lightlyso it extends. Turn the knob to increaseor decrease bass. When you use this knob to movethe sound to the left or right speakers. control, the radio’s tone setting will switch to manual. The middle position balances the sound between TREB: Press this knob lightly so it extends. Then pull the speakers. the knob all the way out. Turn the knob to increase or FADE: Press the knob lightly so it extends. Thenpull decrease treble. When you use this control, the radio’s the knob allthe way out. Turn it to move the sound to tone setting will switchto manual. If a stationis weak or the front or rear speakers.The middle position balances noisy, you may want to decreasethe treble. the sound betweenthe speakers. Push these knobsback into their stored positions when Push these knobs back into their stored positions when you’re not using them. you’re not using them. TONE: This feature allows you to choose preset bass Playing a Cassette Tape and treble equalization settings designedfor jazz, vocal, pop, rock and classical stations.JAZZ will appear onthe Your tape playeris built to work best with tapes that are display when youfirst press TONE. Each time you press 30 to 45 minutes long on eachside. Tapes longer than it, another setting will appear on the display. Pressit that areso thin they may not work well in this player. again after CLASSIC appears andMANUAL will The longer side with the tape visible should face to the appear. Manual tone control will return tothe BASS and right. If the ignition is on, but the radiois off, the tape TREB knobs. Also, if you usethe BASS and TREB can be inserted and will begin playing.If you hear knobs, control will return to them andMANUAL nothing but a garbled sound,the tape may not bein will appear. squarely. Press EJECT to removethe tape and start over. While the tapeis playing, use the VOL, FADE, BAL, REV (1): Press this button to reverse the tape rapidly. TREB, BASS and TONE controlsjust as you dofor the Press it again to return to playing speed. The radiowill radio. The display will showTP with a box aroundit play the last-selected station whilethe tape reverses. and an arrow to show which sideof the tape is playing. You may select stations during REV operationby Your tape bias is set automatically. When a metal or using TUNE. chrome tapeis inserted, HI-BIAS appears on the FWD (2): Press this button to advance quickly to display. If you want to insert a tape whenthe ignition is another part of the tape. Pressthe button again to return off, first press EJECT or RCL. to playing speed. The radio will play the last-selected station while the tape advances.You may select stations If E and a number appear onthe radio display, the tape during operation by using won’t play becauseof an error. FWD TUNE. PROG (3): Press this button to play the other sideof E10: The tape is tight and the player can’t turn the tape hubs. Remove the tape. Hold the tape with the the tape. open end down and try to turn the right hub to the 00 (4): Press this button to reduce background left with a pencil. Turnthe tape over and repeat.If noise. Note that the double-D symbol will appear on the hubs do not turn easily, your tape may be the display. damaged and should not be used in the player. Try a Dolby@ Noise Reductionis manufactured under a new tapeto make sure your playeris working license from Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation. properly. Dolby and the double-D symbol are trademarksof Ell: The tape is broken. Try a new tape. Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation. If any error occurs repeatedly or if an error can’t be TONE: Press this button to select a tone while playing a corrected, please contact your retailer.If your radio cassette. The tone will be automatically set whenever displays an error number, writeit down and provideit to you play a cassette tape. your retailer when reporting the problem.
3-12 - SEEK: Press the up or downarrow to search for the EJECT Press this button to remove the tape. The radio next or previous selection on the tape.Your tape must will play. EJECT may be activated with either the have atleast three secondsof silence between each ignition orradio off. Cassettes may be loaded with the selection for SEEK to work. radio and ignition off if this button is pressed first.If you leave a cassette tapein the playerwhile listening to SCAN: Press this button tolisten to each selectionfor a the radio, it may become wm. few seconds. The tape willgo to the next selection,stop for a few seconds, thengo on to the next selection. Press CLN: If this message appears on the display, the this button again to stop scanning.The sound will mute, cassette tape player needs to be cleaned.It will still play SCAN will appear onthe display and the tape direction tapes, but you should cleanit as soon as possible to arrow will blink while scanning. prevent damage to the tapes and player.See “Care of Your Cassette Tape Player”in the Index. After you clean AM-FM: Press this button to play the radio when the player, press and hold EJECTfor five seconds to a tape isin the player. The tape willstop but remain in reset the CLN indicator. The radiowill display to the player. --- show the indicator was reset. TAPE AUX: If you have a tape inserted and the radiois playing, pressTAPE AUX to play your tape.To return to the radio whilea tape is playing, press AM-FM.The inactive tape will remain safelyinside the radiofor future listening. \ AM-FM Stereo with Cassette Tape and RCL: Press this button briefly to recall the station being Compact Disc Player with Automatic Tone played or to display the clock.To change what is Control Equipped) normally shown on the display (stationor time), press (If the RCL button until yousee the display you want, then hold the RCL button until the display flashes.If you press the button when the ignitionis off, the clock will show for a few seconds. Finding a Station AM-FM: Press this button to switch betweenAM, FM1 and FM2. The display shows your selection. TUNE: Press this knob lightlyso it extends. Turn it to choose radio stations. Push the knob back itsinto stored position when you’re not using it. SEEK: Press the up or down arrow to go to the next higher or lower station and stay there.The sound will mute while seeking. SCAN: Press this button and releaseit to listen to Playing the Radio stations for a few seconds. The radio will go to a station, PWR-VOL: Press this knob to turn the system on and stop for a few seconds, then go on to the next station. off. To increase volume, turn the knob to the right. Turn Press the button again to stop scanning. The sound will it to the left to decrease volume. 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.SCAN P will appear on the display. PUSHBUTTONS: The five numbered pushbuttons let Setting the Tone you return to yourfavorite stations. You can set up to BASS: Press thls knob lightlyso it extends. Turn the 15 stations (five AM, five FM1 and five FM2). Just: knob to increase or decrease bass. When you use this 1. Turn the radio on. control, the radio's tone setting will switchto manual. 2. Press AM-FM to select the band. TREB: Press this knob lightlyso it extends. Then pull the knob the way out. Turnthe knob to increase or 3. Tune in the desired station. all decrease treble. When you use this control, the radio's 4. Press TONE to select the equalization that best suits tone setting will switch to manual.If a station is weak or the type of station selected. noisy, you may want to decreasethe treble. 5. Press and holdone of the five numbered buttons. Push theseknobs back into their stored positions when The sound will mute. Whenit returns, releasethe you're not using them. button. Whenever you press that numbered button, the station you set will return andthe tone that you TONE: This feature allows you to choose preset bass selected will also be automatically selectedfor and treble equalization settings designedfor jazz, vocal, that button. pop, rock and classical stations.JAZZ will appear on the display when youfirst press TONE. Each time you press 6. Repeat the steps for each pushbutton. it, another setting will appear on the display. Pressit P SCAN: Press SCAN for more than two seconds, and again after CLASSIC appears and MANUAL will P SCAN will appear onthe display. The radio will go to appear. Tone control will return to theBASS and TREB the first preset station stored on your pushbuttons, stop knobs. Also, if you use theBASS and TREB knobs, for a few seconds, thengo on to the next preset station. control will return to them and MANUAL will appear. Press SCAN again to stop scanning. Adjusting the Speakers BAL: Press this knob lightly soit extends. Turn the knob to movethe sound to theleft or right speakers. The middle position balancesthe sound between the speakers. FADE: Press the knob lightlyso it extends. Then pull the knob all the way out.Turn it to movethe sound to the front or rear speakers. The middle position balances the sound betweenthe speakers. Push these knobs backinto their stored positions when you're not' using them. Playing a Cassette Tape Your tape player is built to work best with tapes that are 30 to 45 minutes long on each side. Tapes longer than that areso thin they may not work wellin this player. The longer side with the tape visible should facethe to right. If the ignition is on, butthe radio is off, the tape can be inserted and will begin playing.If you hear nothing but a garbled sound,the tape may not be in squarely. PressEJECT to remove the tape and start over. While the tape is playing, use the VOL, FADE, BAL, TREB, BASS and TONE controls just as you dofor the radio. The display will showTP with a box aroundit and an arrow to show which sideof the tape is playing. FWD (2): Press this button to advance quickly to while scanning, SCAN will appear on the display and another partof the tape. Pressthe button againto return the tape direction arrow will blink while scanning. to playing speed.The radio will playthe last-selected AM-FM: Press this button to play the radio when tape a station whilethe tape advances.You may select stations is in the player. The tapewill stop but remainin the player. during FWD operation by using TUNE. TAPE-CD: Press this buttonif you have a disc loaded PROG (3): Press this button to play the other side of in the CD player andthe radio is playing, to play a the tape. compact disc. PressAM-FM to return to the radio when on (4): Press this button to reduce background a compact disc is playing. Press TAPE-CDto switch noise. Note that the double-D symbol will appear between the tape and compact disc if bothaxe loaded. on the display. The inactive tape or CD will remain safely insidethe Dolby@Noise Reductionis manufactured under a radio for future listening. license from Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation. EJECT Press this button to remove the tape.The radio Dolby and the double-D symbol are trademarksof will play. EJECT may be activated with eitherthe Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation. ignition or radio off. Cassettes may be loaded with the TONE: Press this button to select a tonewhile playing a radio and ignition offif this button is pressed first.If cassette. The tone will be automaticallyset whenever you leave a cassette tapein the player while listening to you play acassette tape. the radio, it may become warm. SEEK: Press the up or down arrow to search for the CLN: If this message appears onthe display, the next or previous selectionon the tape.Your tape must cassette tape player needs beto cleaned. It will still play have at least three secondsof silence between each tapes, but you shouldclean it as soon as possible to selection for SEEK to work. prevent damage tothe tapes and player.See “Care of Your Cassette Tape Player”in the Index. After you clean SCAN: Press this button to listen to each selectionfor a the player, press and hold EJECTfor five seconds to few seconds.The tape will go to the next selection, stop reset the CLN indicator. The radio will display--- to for a few seconds, thengo on to the next selection. Press show the indicator was reset. this button again to stop scanning.The sound will mute 3-17 Playing a Compact Disc REV (1): Press and hold this button to quickly reverse within a track.You will hear sound at a reduced volume. With the ignitionon, insert adisc partway into the slot, The display will show elapsed time. label side up.The player will pullit in and the disc should begin playing. FWD (2): Press and hold this buttonto quickly advance The CD player will play either normal-size discsthe or within a track. You will hear sound at a reduced volume. The display will show elapsed time. smaller 8 cm discs with an adapter. Note that when the disc is inserted, CD will be RDM (5): Press this button to hearthe tracks in random, displayed. When the discis playing, a box will appear rather than sequential, order.RDM will appear on the display when you press this button. around CD on the display.If you select a tone settingfor your CD, it will be activated each time you play a CD. TONE: Press this button to select a tone while playinga compact disc. The tone will be automatically set As each new track starts to play, the track number will appear in the display. whenever you play a compact disc. Press, the down arrow goto to the startof the If E (error) and a number appear on the radio display SEEK: current trackif more than eight seconds have played. and the disc comes out,it could be that: Press the up arrow to go to the next track.If you hold 0 The road is too rough.The disc should play when the the button or pressit more than once, the player will road is smoother. continue moving rearward or forward through the disc. The disc is dirty, scratched, wet or upside down. SCAN: Press this button to listen to each selectionfor a few seconds. The disc will goto the next selection, stop 0 The air is very humid.If so, wait about an hour and try again. for a few seconds, then go on to the next selection. Press this button again to stop scanning.The sound will mute I€ any error occurs repeatedly orif an error can't be while scanning, SCAN will appear on the display and corrected, please contact your retailer.If your radio the disc direction arrow will blink while scanning. displays an error number, writeit down and provideit to your retailer when reporting the problem.
3-18 RCL: Press this button tosee which track is playing. Theft-Deterrent Feature Press it again within five seconds tosee how long it has been playing.To change whatis normally shownon the THEFTLOCK" is designed to discourage theftof your display (track or elapsed time), pressthe button until radio. It works by using a secret code to disableall radio you see the display you want, then holdthe button until functions whenever battery poweris removed. the display flashes. While elapsed timeis showing, EL The THEFTLOCK feature for the radio may be usedor TM will appear on the display. ignored. If ignored, the system plays normally and the AM-FM: Press this button to play the radio when a discradio is not protected bythe feature. If THEFTLOCK is is in the player. activated, your radio will not operateif stolen. TAPE-CD: Press this button to change to the tape or When THEFTLOCK is activated, the radio will display disc function when the radiois on and either a tape or LOC to indicate a locked condition anytime battery CD is inserted. PressAM-FM to return to the radio power is removed.If your battery loses powerfor any while a CD or tapeis playing. The inactive tape or CD reason, you must unlockthe radio with the secret code will remain safelyinside the radiofor future listening. before it will operate. EJECT: Press this button to remove the compact disc or Activating the Theft-Deterrent Feature cassette tape.The item with the box around it on the The instructions which follow, explain how to enter your display will eject and the radio will play. EJECT may be secret code to activate the THEFTLOCK system.It is activated with either the ignition or radiooff. Cassettes recommended that you read through all nine steps and compact discs maybe loaded with the radio and before starting the procedure. ignition off if this buttonis pressed first. If you leave a compact disc in the player while listening tothe radio, it NOTE: If you allow more than15 seconds to elapse may become warm. between any steps, the radio automatically reverts to time and you must startthe procedure over atStep 4. 1. Write down any three or four-digit numberfrom 000 to 1999 and keepit in a safe place separate from the vehicle. 2. Turn the ignition to ACC orON. Unlocking the Theft-Deterrent Feature Aftera 3. Turn the radio off. Power Loss Enter your secret code as follows; pause no more than 4. Press the 1 and 4 buttons together. Hold them down 15 seconds between steps: until --- shows on the display. Next you will use the secret code number which you have written down. 1. LOC appears when the ignitionis on. 5. Press MN and 000 will appear on the display. 2. Press MN and000 will appear on the display. 6. Press MN again to makethe last two digits agree 3. Press MN again to make the last two digits agree with your code. with your code. 7. Press HR to make thefirst one or two digits agree 4. Press HR to make the first one or two digits agree with your code. with your code. 8. Press AM-FMafter you have confinned that the 5. Press AM-FM after you have confirmed that the code matches the secret code you have written down. code matches the secret code you have written down. The display will showREP to let you know that you The display will show SEC, indicating the radio is need to repeat Steps5 through 7 to confii your now operable and secure. secret code. If you enter the wrong code eight times, INOP will 9. Press AM-FM and this time the display will show appear onthe display. You will have to waitan hour SEC to let you know that your radiois secure. with the ignition on before youcan try again. When you try again, you will only have three chances to enter the correct code before INOP appears. If you lose or forget your code, contact your retailer. Disabling the Theft-Deterrent Feature To unlock a secured radio,see “Unlocking the Theft-Deterrent Feature After a PowerLoss” earlier in Enter your secret codeas follows; pause no more than this section. 15 seconds between steps: 1. Turn the ignition to ACC or ON. Understanding Radio Reception 2. Turn the radio off. FM Stereo 3. Press the 1 and 4 buttons together. Hold them down FM stereo will give youthe best sound. ButFM signals until SEC shows on the display. will reach only about10 to 40 miles (16 to 65 km). Tall 4. Press MN and 000 will appear on the display. buildings or hills caninterfere with FM signals, causing the sound to come andgo. 5. Press MN again to make the last two digits agree with your code. AM 6. Press HR to make the first one or two digits agree The range for most AM stations is greater thanfor FM, with your code. especially at night.The longer range, however, can 7. Press AM-FM after you have confirmed thatthe cause stations to interfere with each other.AM can pick code matchesthe secret codeyou have written down. up noise from things like storms and power lines.Try The display will show---, indicating that the radiois reducing the treble to reduce this noise if you everit. get no longer secured. Tips AboutYour Audio System If the code enteredis incorrect, SEC will appear on the Hearing damage from loud noise is almost undetectable display. The radio will remain securedunti€ the correct until it is too late. Your hearing can adapt to higher code is entered. volumes of sound. Sound that seems normal canbe loud When battery poweris removed and later applied to a and harmful to your hearing. Take precautions by secured radio,the radio won’t turn on and LOC will adjusting the volume control on your radioto a safe appear onthe display. sound level before your hearing adaptsto it. To help avoid hearing loss or damage: Care of Your Cassette Tape Player 0 Adjust the volume control to the lowest setting. A tape player that is not cleaned regularly can cause Increase volume slowly until you hear comfortably reduced sound quality, ruined cassettesor a damaged and clearly. mechanism. Cassette tapes should be stored in their cases away from contaminants, direct sunlight and extreme heat. If they aren’t, they may not operate NOTICE: properly or may cause failureof the tape player. Your tape player should be cleaned regularly after every Before you add any sound equipment your to 50 hours of use. Your radio may displayCLN to indicate vehicle -- like a tape player, CB radio, mobile that you have used your tape playerfor 50 hours without telephone or two-way radio -- be sureyou can resetting the tape clean timer.If this message appears on add whatyou want. If you can, it’s very the display, your cassette tape player needs to be important to do properly.it Added sound cleaned. It will still play tapes, but you should cleanit as equipment may interfere with the operationof soon as possible to prevent damage to your tapes and player. If you notice a reductionin sound quality,try a your vehicle’s engine, Delco radio or other known good cassette to seeif it isthe tape or the tape systems, and even damage them. Your player at fault. If this other cassette hasno improvement vehicle’s systems may interfere with the in sound quality, clean the tape player. operation of sound equipment that has been added improperly. So, before adding sound equipment, checkwith your retailer and be sure to check Federal rules covering mobileradio andtelephone units. Cleaning may be done with a scrubbing action, Care of Your Compact Discs non-abrasive cleaning cassette with pads which scrub the tape head asthe hubs of the cleaner cassette turn. Handle discs carefully. Store them in their original cases or other protective cases and awayfrom direct sunlight You may also choose a non-scrubbing action, wet-type and dust.If the surface of a discis soiled, dampen a cleaner which uses a cassette withfabric a belt to clean clean, soft clothin a mild, neutral detergent solution and the tape head. This type of cleaning cassette may not clean it, wiping from the center tothe edge. clean as thoroughly as the scrubbing type cleaner. Be sure never to touchthe signal surface when handling After you cleanthe player, press and hold EJECTfor discs. Pick up &scs by grasping the outer edges theor five seconds to reset the CLN indicator.The radio will edge of the hole and the outer edge. display --- to show the indicator wasreset. Cassettes are subject to wear andthe sound quality may Fixed Mast Antenna degrade over time. Always make sure that the cassette The fixed mast antenna can withstand most car washes tape is in good condition before you have your tape without being damaged. If the mast should ever become player serviced. slightly bent, you can straightenit out by hand. Ifthe mast is badly bent, as it might be by vandals, you should replace it. Check every once in a while to be sure the is mast still tightened to the fender.
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3-24 Section 4 Your Driving and the Road
Here you’ll find information about driving on different kindsof roads and in varying weather conditions. We’ve also included many other useful tips on driving.
4-2 Defensive Driving 4- 14 Night Driving 4-3 Driving Drunk 4-16 Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads 4-6 Having Controlof Your Vehicle 4-2 1 Tips Before Leaving on a Long Trip 4-6 Your Braking System Information 4-22 Avoiding Highway Hypnosis 4-7 Anti-Lock Brake Information 4-22 Driving on Hills and Mountains 4-9 Braking in Emergencies 4-24 Winter Driving 4-9 Steering Tips 4-26 If You’re Caught in a Blizzard 4-11 Off-Road Recovery Tips 4-28 Recreational Vehicle Towing 4- 12 Passing Other Vehicles 4-30 Loading Your Vehicle 4-13 Losing Controlof Your Vehicle 4-32 Helpful Hintsfor Towing a Trailer
4-1 Defensive Driving The best advice anyonecan give about drivingis: Drive defensively. Please start with a very important safety device in your Oldsmobile: Buckle up. (See “Safety Belts” in the Index.) Defensive driving really means “be readyfor anything.” On city streets, rural roads or freeways,it means “always expect the unexpected.” Assume that pedestrians or other drivers are going to be careless and make mistakes. Anticipate what they might do. Be ready for their mistakes. Rear-end collisions are about the most preventableof 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 frontof you is going to brake or turn suddenly.
4-2 Drunken Driving The obvious way to solve this highway safety problem is for people never to drink alcohol and then drive. But Death and injury associated with drinking and drivingis what if people do? How much is “too much” if the a national tragedy. It’sthe number one contributor to driver plans to drive? It’slot a less than many might the highway death toll, claiming thousandsof victims think. Although it depends on each person and situation, every year. here is some general information on the problem. Alcohol affectsfour things that anyone needs to drive The Blood Alcohol Concentration (BAC)of someone a vehicle: who is drinking depends upon four things:
0 Judgment 0 The amount of alcohol consumed
0 MuscularCoordination 0 The drinker’s body weight
0 Vision 0 The amount of food that is consumed before and 0 Attentiveness. during drinking Police records show that almost halfof all motor The length of time it has taken the drinker to vehicle-related deaths involve alcohol. In most cases, consume the alcohol. these deaths are the result of someone who was drinking According to the American Medical Association, a and driving.In recent years, some 17,000 annual motor 180-lb. (82 kg) person who drinks three 12-ounce vehicle-related deaths have been associated withthe use (355 ml) bottlesof beer in an hour will end up with a of alcohol, with more than300,000 people injured. BAC of about 0.06 percent. The person would reach the -Many adults-- by some estimates, nearly half the same BAC by drinking three 4-ounce (120ml) glasses adult population-- choose neverto drink alcohol, so of wine or three mixed drinksif each had 1- 1/2 ounces they never drive after drinking. For persons under1, 2 (45 ml) of a liquorlike whiskey, gin orvodka it’s against the lawin every U.S. state to drink alcohol. There are good medical, psychological and developmental reasonsfor these laws.
4-3 Since alcoholis carried in body water,this means that a woman generally will reach a higher BAC level than a man of her same body weight when each hasthe same number of drinks. The law in manyU.S. states sets the legal limitat a BAC of 0.10 percent. In a growing numberof US. states, and throughout Canada, the limitis 0.08 percent. In some other countries, it’s even lower.The BAC limitfor all commercial drivers in the United Statesis 0.04 percent. The BAC will be over0.10 percent after three to six drinks (in one hour).Of course, as we’ve seen, it depends on how much alcoholis in the drinks, andhow quickly the persondrinks them. But the abilityto drive is affected well belowa BAC of 0.10 percent. Research shows that the drivingskills of many people are impaired at a BAC approaching It’s the amount of alcohol that counts. For example,if 0.05 percent, and that the effects are worseat night. All the same person drank three double martinis(3 ounces drivers are impairedat BAC levels above0.05 percent. or 90 ml of liquor each) withinan hour, the person’s Statistics show that the chanceof being in a collision BAC would be close to0.12 percent. A person who increases sharplyfor drivers who have a BACof consumes foodjust before or during drinking will have a 0.05 percent or above.A driver with a BAC levelof somewhat lower BAC level. 0.06 percent has doubled his or her chanceof having a There is a gender difference, too.Women generally have collision. At a BAC levelof 0.10 percent, the chanceof a lower relative percentageof body water than men. this driver having a collisionis 12 times greater; at a level of 0.15 percent, the chanceis 25 times greater! The body takes about an hourto rid itselfof the alcohol in one drink. No amount of coffee or numberof cold showers will speed that up. “I’ll be careful’’ isn’t the right answer. what if there’s an emergency,a need to take sudden action, as when a child dartsinto the street? Drinking and then drivingis very dangerous. A person with evena moderate BAC might not be able Your reflexes, perceptions, attentivenessand to react quickly enough to avoid the collision. judgment can be affected by even a smaIl amount There’s something else about drinking and driving that of alcohol. You can havea serious -- or even many people don’t know. Medical research shows that fatal -- collision if you drive after drinking. alcohol in a person’s system can make crash injuries Please don’t drink and drive or ridewith a driver worse, especially injuries to the brain, spinal cord or who has been drinking. Ridehome in a cab; or if‘ heart. This means that when anyone who has been you’re with a group, designate adriver who will drinking -- driver or passenger-- is in a crash, that not drink. person’s chance of being killed or permanently disabled is higher than ifthe person had not been drinking.
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Avoid needless heavy braking.Some people dnve in Anti-Lock Brakes (ABS) spurts -- heavy acceleration followed by heavy braking -- rather than keeping pace with traffic.This is a Your vehicle has anti-lock brakes (ABS).ABS is an mistake. Your brakes may not have time coolto between advanced electronic braking system that will help hard stops.Your brakes will wearout much fasterif you prevent a brakingskid. do a lot of heavy braking.If you keep pace withthe If there’s a problem withthe traffic and allow realistic following distances, you will anti-lock brake system,this eliminate alot of unnecessary braking. That means warning light will stayon. better braking and longer brakelife. See “Anti-Lock Brake If your engine ever stops while you’re driving, brake System Warning Light”in normally but don’t pump your brakes. If youdo, the the Index. pedal may get harder to push down.If your engine stops, you willstill have some power brake assist. But you will use it when you, brake. Once the power assistis used up, it may take longer tostop and the brake pedal will be harder to push.
4-7 The anti-lock system can change the brake pressure faster than any driver could. The computeris programmed to make the most of available tire and road conditions.
Here’s how anti-lock works. Let’s say the roadis wet. You’re driving safely. Suddenly an animaljumps out in front of you. .You slam on the brakes. Here’s what happens withABS. You can steer around the obstacle while braking hard. A computer senses that wheels are slowing down. If one As you brake, your computer keeps receiving updates on of the wheels is about to stop rolling, the computer will wheel speed and controls braking pressure accordingly. separately work the brakes at each front wheel and at the rear wheels.
4-8 Remember: Anti-lock doesn’t changethe time you need Steering Tips to get yourfoot up to the brake pedal or always decrease stopping distance. If youget too close to the vehicle in Driving on Curves front of you, you won’t have time to apply your brakes It’s importantto take curves at a reasonable speed. if that vehicle suddenly slows or stops. Always leave enough room up aheadto stop, even though you have A lot of the “driver lost control” accidents mentioned on .anti-lock brakes. the news happen on curves. Here’s why: Experienced driveror beginner, each of us is subjectto Using Anti-Lock the same lawsof physics when drivingon curves. The Don’t pump the brakes.Just hold the brake pedal traction of the tires againstthe road surface makesit down and let anti-lock work for you. You may feel the possible for the vehicle to changeits path when you turn system working,or you may notice some noise, but the front wheels. If there’s no traction, inertia will keep this is normal. the vehicle going in the same direction. If you’ve ever tried to steer a vehicle on wet ice, you’ll understand this. Braking in Emergencies The traction you can getin a curve depends on the With anti-lock, you can steer and brakeat the same condition of your tires and the road surface, the angle at time. In many emergencies, steering can help you more which the curve is banked, and yom speed. While you’re than eventhe very best braking. in a curve, speedis the one factor you can control. Steering Suppose you’re steering through a sharp curve. Then you suddenly accelerate. Both control systems-- steering and Power Steering acceleration -- have to do their work where the tires meet If you lose power steering assist becausethe engine the road. Adding the sudden acceleration can demand too stops or the system is not functioning, you can steer but much of those places. You can lose control. it will take much more effort.
4-9 What should you doif this ever happens? Easeup on the Steering in Emergencies accelerator pedal, steerthe vehicle the way you wantit to go, and slow down. There are times when steering can be more effective than braking. For example, you come overhill a and Speed limit signs near curves warn that you should find a truck stoppedin your lane, or a car suddenly pulls adjust your speed.Of course, the posted speeds are out from nowhere, or a child darts out from between based on good weather and road conditions. Under less parked cars and stops rightin front of you. You can favorable conditions you’ll want to go slower. avoid these problems by braking-- if you can stopin If you need to reduce your speed as you approach a time. But sometimes you can’t; there isn’t room. curve, doit before you enter the curve, while your front That’s the timefor evasive action-- steering around wheels are straight ahead. the problem. Try to adjust you speed so you can “drive” throughthe Your Oldsmobile can perform very wellin emergencies curve. Maintain a reasonable, steady speed. Waitto like these. First apply your brakes. (See “Brakingin accelerate until you areout of the curve, and then Emergencies” earlier in this section.)It is better to accelerate gently intothe straightaway. remove as much speed as you can from a possible collision. Then steer aroundthe problem, to the left or right depending on the space available.
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4-11 * Passing 0 Do not get too close to the vehicle you want to pass while you’re awaiting an opportunity. For one The driverof a vehicle about toptiss another on a thing, following too closely reduces your areaof two-lane highway waitsfor just the right moment, vision, especially if you’re following a larger accelerates, moves around the vehicle ahead, then goes vehicle. Also, you won’t have adequate spaceif the back into the right lane again.A simple maneuver? vehicle ahead suddenly slows or stops. Keep back a Not necessarily! Passing another vehicle on a two-lane reasonable distance. highway is a potentially dangerous move, since the 0 When it looks like a chance to pass is coming up, passing vehicle occupies the same lane as oncoming start to accelerate but stayin the right lane and don’t traffic for several seconds. A miscalculation, an error in get too close. Time your moveso you will be judgment, or a brief surrenderto frustration or anger can increasing speed as the time comes to move into the suddenly put the passing driver face face to with the other lane. If the way is clear to pass, you will have a worst of all traffic accidents-- the head-on collision. “running start” that more than makes forup the So here are some tipsfor passing: distance you would lose by dropping back. And if something happens to cause you to cancelyour pass, 0 “Drive ahead.” Look down the road, to the sides and to you need only slow down and drop back again and crossroads for situations that might affect your passing wait for another opportunity. patterns. If you have any doubt whatsoever about making a successful pass, wait for a better time. 0 If other cars are lined up to pass a slow vehicle, wait your turn. But take care that someone isn’t trying to Watch for traffic signs, pavement markings and lines. pass you as you pull out to passthe slow vehicle. If you can see a sign up ahead that might indicate a Remember to glance over your shoulder and check huzl or an intersection, delay your pass.A broken the blind spot. center line usually indicatesit’s all right to pass (providing the road aheadis clear). Never cross a solid line on your sideof the lane ora double solid line, even if the road seems empty of approaching traffic.
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, 0 Check your mirrors, glance over your shoulder, and Loss of Control start your left lane change signal before moving out of the right lane to pass. When you arefar enough Let’s review what driving experts say about what ahead of the passed vehicle tosee its front in your happens when the three control systems (brakes, steering inside mirror, activate your rightlane change signal and acceleration) don’t have enough friction where the and moveback into the right lane. (Remember that tires meetthe road to do what the driver has asked. your right outside mirror is convex. The vehicle you In any emergency, don’t give up. Keep trying to steer and just passed may seem to befarther away from you constantly seek an escape route or area of less danger. than it really is.) 0 Try not to pass more thanone vehicle at a time on Skidding two-lane roads. Reconsider before passingthe In a skid, a driver can lose controlof the vehicle. next vehicle. Defensive drivers avoid most skids by taking reasonable care suited to existing conditions, and by not “overdriving” 0 Don’t overtake a slowly moving vehicle too rapidly. those conditions. But skids are always possible. Even thoughthe brake lamps are not flashing,it may be slowing down or starting turn.to The three typesof skids correspond to your Oldsmobile’s three control systems. Inthe braking skid, 0 If you’re being passed, makeit easy for the your wheels aren’t rolling.In the steering or cornering following driver to get aheadof you. Perhaps you can ease a little to the right. skid, too much speed or steeringin a curve causes tires to slip andlose cornering force. And in the acceleration skid, too much throttle causes the driving wheels to spin.
4-13 If your vehicle starts to slide, ease your footoff the Driving at Night accelerator pedal and quickly steer the way you want the vehicle to go. If you start steering quickly enough, your I vehicle may straighten out. Always be readyfor a second skidif it occurs. Of course, traction is reduced when water, snow, ice, gravel or other materialis on the road. For safety, you’ll want to slow down and adjust your driving to these conditions. It is important to slow down on slippery surfaces because stopping distance will be longer and vehicle control more limited. While drivingon a surface with reduced traction,try your best to avoid sudden steering, acceleration 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 surfaceis slippery until your vehicle is skidding. Learn to recognize warning clues-- such as enough water, ice or packed snow on the road to make a “mirrored surface”-- and slow down when you have any doubt. Night driving is more dangerousthan day driving. One reason is that some drivers are likelybe to impaired - by Remember: Any anti-lock brake system(ABS) helps alcohol or drugs, with nightvision problems, or by fatigue. avoid only the braking skid.
4-14 Here are some tips on night driving. down on glare from headlamps, but they also makea lot of things invisible. 0 Drive defensively. You can be temporarily blinded by approaching 0 Don’t drink and drive. headlamps. It can take a second or two, or even several 0 Adjust your inside rearview mirrorto reduce the seconds, for your eyes to readjust to thedark. When you glare from headlamps behind you. are faced with severeglare (as from a driver who 0 Since you can’tsee as well, you may need to slow doesn’t lower the high beams, aor vehicle with down and keep more space between you and misaimed headlamps), slow downa little. Avoid staring other vehicles. directly into the approaching headlamps. 0 Slow down, especially on higher speed roads.Your Keep your windshield and all the glass on your vehicle headlamps canlight up only so much road ahead. clean -- inside and out. Glare at nightis made much worse by dirt on the glass. Even the insideof the glass 0 In remote areas, watchfor animals. can build upa film caused by dust. Dirty glass makes 0 If you’re tired, pull off the roadin a safe place lights dazzle and flash more than clean glass would, and rest. making the pupils of your eyes contract repeatedly. Remember that your headlamps lightup far less of a Night Vision roadway when you arein a turn or curve. Keep your No one can see as well at night as in the daytime. But as eyes moving; thatway, it’s easier to pick out dimly we get older these differences increase.A 50-year-old lighted objects.Just as your headlamps should be driver may requireat least twice as muchlight to see the checked regularly for proper aim, so should your eyes same thing at night asa 20-year-old. be examined regularly. Some drivers suffer from night blindness -- the inability to seein dim light -- and What you do in the daytime can also affect your night aren’t even awareof it. vision. For example, if you spend the day in bright sunshine you are wise to wear sunglasses. Your eyes will have less trouble adjusting to night. Butif you’re driving, don’t wear sunglasses at night. They may cut 4-15 Driving in Rain andon Wet Roads Rain and wet roadscan mean driving trouble. On a wet road, you can’t stop, accelerateor turn as well because your tire-to-road traction isn’t as good asdry on roads. And, if your tires don’t have much treadleft, you’ll get even less traction. It’s always wise to go slower beand cautious if rain starts tofall while you are driving.The surface may get wet suddenly when your reflexesare tuned for driving on dry pavement. The heavier the rain, the harderit is to see. Evenif your windshield wiper blades arein good shape, a heavy rain can make it harder to see road signs and traffic signals, pavement markings, the edgeof the road and even people walking. It’s wise to keep your windshield wiping equipmentin good shape and keep your windshield washer tank filled with washer fluid. Replace your windshield wiper inserts when they showsigns of streaking or missing areas on the windshield, or when stripsof rubber start to separate from the inserts. A Hydroplaning Driving Through Deep Standing Water Hydroplaning is dangerous.So much water can build up under your tires that they can actually ride on the water. This can happen if the road is wet enough and you’re NOTICE: going fast enough. When your vehicleis hydroplaning, it has little or no contact with the road. If you drive too quickly through deep puddles or standing water, water can come in through your Hydroplaning doesn’t happen often. Butit can if your engine’s air intake and badly damage your tires do not have much tread if or the pressure in one or engine. Never drive through water that is slightly more is low. It can happenif a lotof water is standing on the road.If you can see reflections from trees, telephone lower than the underbodyof your vehicle.If you poles or other vehicles, and raindrops “dimple” the can’t avoid deep puddles or standing water, drive water’s surface, there could be hydroplaning. through them very slowly. Hydroplaning usually happens at higher speeds. There just isn’t a hard and fast rule about hydroplaning.The Some Other Rainy WeatherTips best advice is to slow down whenit is raining. 0 Turnon your low-beam headlamps -- notjust your parking laps-- to help make you more visible to others.
0 Besides slowing down, allow some extra following distance. And be especially careful when you pass another vehicle. Allow yourself more clear room ahead, and be prepared to have your view restricted by road spray. Have good tires with proper tread depth: (See “Tires” in the Index.)
4-18 City Driving Here are ways to increase your safety in city driving: Know the best way to get to where you are going. Get a city map and plan yourtrip into an unknown part of the city just as you would for a cross-country trip. Try to use the freeways that rim and crisscross most large cities. You'llsave time and energy. (Seethe next part, "Freeway Driving.") Treat a green light as a warning signal. A traffic light is there because the corneris busy enough to need it. When a light turns green, andjust before you start to move, check both waysfor vehicles that have not clearedthe intersection or may be runningthe red light.
One of the biggest problems with city streets is the amount of traffic on them. You'll want to watch outfor what the other drivers are doing and pay attention to traffic signals.
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The exit speed is usually posted. Here are some things youcan check before a trip: Reduce your speed according to your speedometer, not 0 Windshield Washer Fluid:Is the reservoir full? Are to your sense of motion. After drivingfor any distance all windows clean inside and outside? at higher speeds, you may tendto think you are going 0 Wiper Blades: Are they in good shape? slower than you actually are. 0 Fuel, Engine Oil, Other Fluids: Have you checked Before Leaving on a Long Trip all levels? Make sure you’re ready. Try be to well rested. If you 0 Lamps: Are they all working? Are the lensesclean? must start when you’re notfresh -- such as after a day’s work -- don’t plan to make too many miles firstthat part 0 Tires: They are vitally importantto a safe, of the journey. Wear comfortable clothing and shoes you trouble-free trip. Is the tread good enoughfor can easily drive in. long-distance driving? Are the tires all inflated to the recommended pressure? Is your vehicle readyfor a long trip?If you keep it serviced and maintained, it’s ready go. to If it needs 0 Weather Forecasts:What’s the weather outlook service, haveit done before starting out.Of course, along your route? Should you delay your tripshort a you’ll find experienced andable service expertsin time to avoid a major storm system? Oldsmobile retail facilities all across North America. 0 Maps: Do you have up-to-date maps? They’ll be ready and willing to helpif you need it. I
Highway Hypnosis Hill and Mountain Roads
Keep your eyes moving. scanthe road ahead and to Driving on steep hills or mountains is different from the sides. Check your rearview mirrors and your driving in flat or rolling terrain. instruments frequently.
.@ If you get sleepy, pulloff the road into a rest, service or parking areaand take a nap,get some exercise,or both. For safety, treat drowsiness on the highway as an emergency. 4-22 1 If you drive regularlyin steep country, or if you’re planning to visit there,here are some tips that can make your trips safer and more enjoyable. I Keep your vehicle in good shape. Check all fluid Coasting downhill in NEUTRAL (N) or with the levels and also the brakes, tires, cooling system ignition off is dangerous. Your brakes will have to and transaxle. Theseparts can work hard on mountain roads. do all the work of slowing down. They could get so hot that they wouldn’t work well. You would then 0 Know how to go down hills. The most important have poor brakingor even none going downa hill. thing to knowis this: let your engine do someof the You could crash. Always haveyour engine Fanning slowing down. Shift to a lower gear when yougo and your vehicle in gear when you go downhill. down a steep or longhill.
0 Know how to go uphill. Drivein the highest gear possible. 0 Stay inyou own lane when driving on two-lane If you don’t shift down, yourbrakes could roads in hills or mountains. Don’t swing wide or cut get so hot thatthey wouldn’t work well. You across the center of the road. Drive at speeds thatlet would then have poor brakingor even none going you stay in your own lane. down a hill. You could crash. Shift down to let 0 As you go over the topof a hill, be alert. There your engine assist yourbrakes on a steep could be something in your lane,like a stalled car or downhill slope. an accident. 0 You may see highway signs on mountains that warn of special problems. Examples are long grades, passing or no-passing zones, a falling rocks area or winding roads. Be alert to these and take appropriate action. Winter Driving
Include an ice scraper, a small brush or broom, a supply of windshield washer fluid, a rag, some winter outer Here are some tipsfor winter driving: clothing, a small shovel, a flashlight,a red cloth and a couple of reflective warning triangles. And,if you will 0 Have your vehicle in good shape for winter. be driving under severe conditions, include a small bag 0 You may want to put winter emergency supplies in of sand, a pieceof old carpet or a coupleof burlap bags your trunk. to help provide traction. Be sure you properly secure these items in your vehicle.
4-24 Driving on Snowor Ice What’s the worst timefor ths? “Wet ice.” Very cold snow or ice can be slick and hard to driveon. But wet Most of the time, those places where your tires meetthe ice can be even more trouble becauseit may offer the road probably have good traction. least traction of all. You can get wetice when it’s about However, if thereis snow orice between your tiresand freezing (32”F; 0°C) and freezing rain begins fall.to the road, you can have a very slippery situation. You’ll Try to avoid driving on wetice until salt and sand crews have a lot less traction or “grip” and will need to be can get there. very careful. Whatever the condition-- smooth ice, packed, blowing or loose snow -- drive with caution. Accelerate gently. Try not to breakthe fragile traction. If you accelerate too fast, the drive wheels will spin and polish the surface under the tires even more.
4-25 Your anti-lock brakes improve your vehicle’s stability If You’re Caught in a Blizzard when you make a hard stop on a slippery road. Even though you have the anti-lock braking system, you’ll want to begin stopping sooner than you would on dry pavement. See “Anti-Lock” in the Index.
0 Allow greater following distance on any slippery road. Watch for slippery spots. The road might be fine until you hit a spot that’s covered with ice. an On otherwise clear road,ice patches may appear in shaded areas wherethe sun can’t reach: around clumps of trees, behind buildings or under bridges. Sometimes the surfaceof a curve oran overpass may remain icy when the surrounding roads are clear. If you see a patch of ice ahead of you, brake before you are on it. Try not to brake while you’re actually on the ice, and avoid sudden steerinp maneuvers.
If you are stopped by heavy snow, you couldbe in a serious situation.You should probably stay with your vehicle unless you knowfor sure that youare near help and you can hike throughthe snow. Here are some things todo to summon help and keep yourself and your passengers safe: Turn on your hazard flashers. 0 Tie a red cloth to your vehicleto alert police that you’ve been stopped by the snow. Put on extra clothing or wrap a blanket around you. If you have no blankets or extra clothing, make body Snow can trap exhaust gasesunder your vehicle. insulators from newspapers, burlap bags, rags, floor This can cause deadly CO (carbon monoxide) gas mats anything you can wrap around yourselfor -- to get inside. CO could overcome youand kill tuck under your clothing to keep warm. you. You can’t seeit orsmell it, so you might not know it is in your vehicle.Clear away snow from around the baseof your vehicle, especially any that is blocking your exhaust pipe. And check around again from timeto time to be sure snow doesn’t collect there. Open a windowjust a little on the sideof the vehicle that’s away from the wind. This will help keep CO out.
You can run the engine tokeep warm, but be careful.
4-27 Run your engine only as long as you must. This saves Towing Your Vehicle from the Front fuel. When you run the engine, makeit go a little faster than just idle. That is, push the accelerator slightly.Ths There are two ways to tow your vehicle from the front. uses less fuel for the heat thatyou get and it keeps the battery charged.You will need a well-charged battery to restart the vehicle, and possiblyfor signaling later on with your headlamps.Let the heater runfor a while. € Then, shut the engineoff and close the window almost all the way to preserve the heat. Start the engine again and repeat this only when youfeel really uncomfortable m from the cold. But doit 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 orso until help comes. Recreational Vehicle Towing You can tow your vehicle behind another vehiclefor use at your destination. Be sure to use the proper towing equipment designed for recreational towing. Follow the To tow your vehicle with a dolly, follow these steps: instructions for the towing equipment. 1. Put the front wheels on a dolly. 2. Put the vehicle in PARK (P). 3. Set the parking brake and then remove the key. 4. Clamp the steering wheel in a straight-ahead position with a clamping device designed for towing. 5. Release the parking brake. To tow your vehicle withall four wheels on the ground, 4. Remove the following fuses from the left side follow these steps: instrument panelfuse block: A) Radio, B) Wiper, H) Powertrain Control Module andK) Body Function Control Module, Cluster. This will prevent your batteryform draining while towing. See “Instrument Panel Fusle Block-Left”in Section 6 for location of the fuses. 5. Turn the ignition switch to ACC. 6. Shift your transaxle to NEUTRAL(N). 7. Release the parking brake. 7--- Remember to replace the fuse once you reachyour destination. To replace the fuse: 1. Set the parking brake. 2. Remove the keyfrom the ignition switch. 3. Replace the fuse. 1. Position the vehicle to tow and then secure it. 2. Turn the ignition switch to OFF. 3. Set the parking brake. I NOTICE: Make sure that thetowing speed doesnot exceed 55 mph (90 km/h), or your vehicle couldbe badly damaged.
4-29 Towing Your Vehicle from the Rear Loading Your Vehicle
? TIRE-LOADING INFORMATION FmOCCUPANTS VEHICLE CAP. WT. FRT. CTR.FRT. RR. TOTAL LBS. KG
MAX. LOADING & GVWR SAME AS VEHICLE CAPACITYWEIGHT XXX COLDTIRE TIRE SIZE SPEED PRESSURESPEED SIZE TIRE 8 PSI/KPaRTG FRT. RR. SPA. IF TIRES ARE HOT, ADD 4PS1/28KPa SEE OWNER'S MANUAL FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Two labels on your vehicle show how much weightit NOTICE: may properly carry. The Tire-Loading Information label I found on the rear edgeof the driver's side rear passenger door tells youthe proper size, speed rating and Do not tow your vehicle from the rear. Your recommended inflation pressuresfor the tires on your vehicle could be badly damaged and the repairs vehicle. It also gives you important information about would not be covered by your warranty. the numberof people that can bein your vehicle and the total weight that you can carry.This weight is called the Vehicle Capacity Weight,and includes the weightof all occupants, cargo and all nonfactory-installed options.
4-30 And, if you do have a heavy load, you should spreadit out. Don’t carry morethan 132 lbs. (60 kg) in your trunk. MFD BY GENERAL MOTORS CORP DATE GVWRGAWR FRT GAWR RR
THiS VEHICLE CONFORMS TO ALL APPLI- CABLE U.S. FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE Do not load your vehicle any neavier than the SAFETY, BUMPER, AND THEFT PREVENTION STANDARDS IN EFFECT ON THE DATE OF GVWR, or either the maximum front or rear MANUFACTURE SHOWN ABOVE. GAM. If you do, parts on your vehiclecan break, or it can change the way your vehicle handles. These could came you to losecontrol. Also, overloading can shorten the life of your vehicle.
The other labelis the Certification label, foundon the rear edge of the driver’s door. It tells you thegross weight capacity of your vehicle, called theGVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating). The GVWR includes the weight of the vehicle, all occupants, fuel and cargo. Never exceedthe GVWR for your vehicle, or theGross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) for either the front or rearaxle.
4-31 Towing a Trailer A CAUTION: - Things you put inside yourvehicle can strike and injurepeople in a sudden stopor turn, or ~ ~ ~~~~ ~~~ in a crash. If you don’t use the correct equipment and drive properly, you can lose control when you pull a 0 Put things in thetrunk of your vehicle. In a trunk, put them faras forward asyou can. trailer. For example, if the traileris too heavy, the Try to spread theweight evenly. brakes may not work well -- or even at all. You and your passengers could beseriously injured. 0 Never stack heavier things, likesuitcases, inside thevehicle so that some of them are Pull a trailer only if you have followed all the above the topsof the seats. steps in thissection. Ask your Oldsmobile retailer for advice and information abouttowing a trailer 0 Don’t leave an unsecured child restraint in your vehicle. with your vehicle. 0 When you carry something insidethe vehicle, secure it whenever you can. Don’t leave a seat folded downunless you NOTICE: need to. Pulling a trailer improperly can damage your vehicle and result incostly repairs not coveredby your warranty.To pull atrailer correctly, follow the advice in this part, andsee your Oldsmobile retailer for important information abouttowing a trailer with your vehicle.
4-32 Your vehicle can tow a trailer it if is equipped with the If You Do Decide To Pull A Trailer proper trailer towing equipment. If you do, here are some important points: To identify what the vehicle trailering capacityis for 0 There are many differentlaws, including speed limit your vehicle, you should readthe information in restrictions, having todo with trailering. Make sure “Weight of the Trailer” that appearslater in this section. your rig will be legal, not only whereyou live but But traileringis different thanjust driving your vehicle also where you’ll be driving.A good sourcefor this by itself. Trailering means changesin handling, information can be state or provincial police. durability and fuel economy. Successful, safe trailering takes correct equipment, andit has to be used properly. 0 Consider using a sway control.You can ask a hitch dealer about sway controls. That’s the reasonfor this part. Init are many time-tested, important trailering tips and safetyrules. 0 Don’t tow a trailerat all duringthe first 1,000 miles Many of these are importantfor your safety and thatof (1 600 km)your new vehicleis driven. Your engine, your passengers. So please read this section carefully axle or other parts could be damaged. before you pull a trailer. 0 Then, during the first 500 miles (800 krn) that you Load-pulling components suchas the engine, transaxle, tow a trailer, don’t drive over50 mph (80 km/h) and wheel assemblies andtires are forced to work harder don’t make starts atfull throttle. This helps your against the drag of the added weight.The engine is engine and other partsof your vehicle wearin at the required to operate atrelatively higher speeds^ and under heavier loads. greater loads, generating extra heat. What’s more,the e Obey speedlimit restrictions when towing a trailer. trailer adds considerably to wind resistance, increasing Don’t drive faster than the maximum posted speed the pulling requirements. for trailers (or no more than 55 mph (90 km/h)) to save wear on your vehicle’s parts.
4-33 Three important considerations have to do with weight: In Canada, write to: the weight of the trailer, General Motorsof Canada Limited Customer Communication Centre 0 the weight of the trailer tongue 1908 Colonel Sam Drive and the total weight on your vehicle’s tires. Oshawa, Ontario L1H8P7 Weight of the Trailer Weight of the Trailer Tongue How heavy can a trailer safely be? The tongue load (A)of any trailer is an important It should never weigh more than1000 lbs. (450 kg). But weight to measure becauseit affects the total capacity even that can be too heavy. weight of your vehicle. The capacity weight includesthe curb weight of the vehicle, any cargo you maycany in It depends on how you planto use your rig. For it, and the people who will be riding in the vehicle. And example, speed, altitude, road grades, outside if you will tow a trailer, you must subtract the tongue temperature and how much your vehicle is used to pull aload from your vehicle’s capacity weight becauseyour trailer are all important. And,it can also depend onany vehicle will be carrying that weight, too. See “Loading special equipment that you have on your vehicle. Your Vehicle” in the Index for more information about You can ask your retailerfor our trailering information your vehicle’s maximum load capacity. or advice, or you can writeus at: Oldsmobile Customer Assistance Center P.O. Box 30095 Lansing, MI 48909
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e Safety Chains Driving with a Trailer You should always attach chains between your vehicle Towing a trailer requires a certain amountof experience. and your trailer. Cross the safety chains under the tongueBefore setting outfor the open road, you’ll want to get of the trailer so that the tongue will not drop to the road to know your rig. Acquaint yourself with feelthe of if it becomes separated from the hitch. Instructions handling and brakingwith the added weightof the about safety chains may be provided theby hitch trailer. And always keep in mind that the vehicle you are manufacturer or by the trailer manufacturer. Follow the driving is now a good deal longer and not nearlyas manufacturer’s recommendation for attaching safety responsive as your vehicleis by itself. chains and do not attach them to the bumper. Always Before you start, check the trailer hitchand platform leave just enough slack so you can turn with your rig. (and attachments), safety chains,electrical connector, And, never allow safety chains to drag on the ground. lamps, tires and mirror adjustment.If the trailer has Trailer Brakes electric brakes, start your vehicle and trailer moving and then apply the trailer brake controller by hand to be sure Does your trailer have its own brakes? the brakes are working. This lets you check your Be sure to read and followthe instructions for the trailer electrical connection atthe same time. brakes so you’ll be ableto install, adjust and maintain During your trip, check occasionallyto be sure thatthe them properly. And because you have anti-lock brakes, load is secure, and that the lamps and any trailer brakes do not try to tap into your vehicle’s brake system.If you are still working. do, both systems won’t work well. or at all.
4-36 Following Distance Making Turns Stay atleast twice asfar behind the vehicle ahead as you would when driving your vehicle without a trailer. This can help you avoid situations that require heavy braking NOTICE: and sudden turns. Making very sharp turns while trailering could Passing cause the trailerto come in contact with the You’ll need more passing distance up ahead when vehicle. Your vehicle could be damaged. Avoid you’re towing a trailer. And, because you’rea good deal making very sharp turns while trailering. longer, you’ll need to go muchfarther beyond the passed vehicle before you canreturn to your lane. When you’re turning with a trailer, make widerturns than normal. Do this so your trailer won’t strike soft Backing Up shoulders, curbs, road signs, treesor other objects. Hold the bottomof the steering wheel withone hand. Avoid jerky or sudden maneuvers. Signal well Then, to move the trailer tothe left, just move that hand in advance. to the left. To move the trailer to the right, move your hand tothe right. Always backup slowly and, if possible, have someone guide you.
4-37 Turn Signals When Towing a Trailer Driving On Grades When you tow a trailer, your vehicle may need a different turn signal flasher and/or extra wiring. Check with your Oldsmobile retailer.The green arrows on your I NOTICE: instrument panel will flash whenever you signalturn a or lane change. Properly hooked up, the trailer lamps Do not tow on steep continuous grades exceeding will also flash, telling other drivers you’re aboutto turn, 6 miles (9.6 km). Extended, higher than normal change lanes or stop. engine and transaxle temperatures may result and damage your vehicle. Frequent stops are When towing a trailer, the green arrows on your instrument panel will flashfor turns evenif the bulbs on very important to allow the engine and transaxle the trailer are burned out. Thus, you maythink drivers to cool. behind you are seeing yoursignal when they are not. It’s important to check occasionallyto be sure thetrailer Reduce speed and shift to a lower gearbefore you start bulbs are still working. down a long or steep downgrade.If you don’t shift down, you might have to use your brakesso much that they would get hot and no longer work well. On a long uphill grade, shift down and reduce your speed to around 45 mph (70 kmk)to reduce the possibility of engine and transaxle overheating. Pay attention to the engine coolant gage.If the indicator is in the red area,turn off the air conditioning(if you have this option) to reduce engine load (see “Engine Overheating” in the Index).
4-38 Parking on Hills When You Are Readyto Leave After You really should not park your vehicle, with a trailer Parking on aHill attached, on a hill. If something goes wrong, your rig 1. Apply your regular brakes and hold the pedal down could startto move. People canbe injured, and both while you: your vehicle and the trailer can be damaged. Start your engine; But if you ever haveto park your rig on a hill, here’s how to do it: Shift into a gear; and 1. Apply your regular brakes, but don’t shiftinto Release the parking brake. PARK (P) yet. 2. Let up on the brake pedal. 2. Have someone place chocks under the trailer wheels. 3. Drive slowly until the trailer is clear of the chocks. 3. When the wheel chocks arein place, release the 4. Stop and have someone pick up and store the chocks. regular brakes until the chocks absorb theload. Maintenance When Trailer Towing 4. Reapply the regular brakes. Then apply your parking brake and shiftinto PARK (P). Your vehicle will need service more often when you’re pulling a trailer. See the Maintenance Schedule for more 5. Release the regular brakes. on this. Things thatare especially important in trailer operation are automatic transaxle fluid (don’t overfill), engine oil, belt, cooling system and brake adjustment. Each of these is covered in this manual, andthe Index will help youfind them quickly. If you’re trailering, it’s a good idea to review these sections before you start your trip. Check periodically to see that all hitch nuts and bolts are tight. & NOTES
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4-42 Section 5 Problems on the Road
Here you’ll find whatto do about some problems that can occur on the road.
5-2 How to Use Warning Flashers 5- 16 How to Add Coolant 5-2 Other Types of WarningDevices 5-20 What to do if a Tire Goes Flat 5-3 Step-by-step Procedure for Jump Starting 5-2 1 How to Change a Flat Tire 5-8 Information You Should Know Before Towing 5-30 Where to Store the Flat Tire and Tools 5- 10 Towing Your VehicleFrom the Front 5-32 Information on the CompactSpare Tire 5-11 Towing Your VehicleFrom the Rear 5-33 If You’re Stuckin Sand, Mud, Snow oron Ice 5-12 If Your Engine is Overheating 5-33 How to Rock Your Vehicle 5-13 If Steam is Coming From Your Engine
5-1 Hazard Warning Flashers Press the switch once to turn your hazard flashers on. The switch will flash when activated.
Your hazard warning flashers work no matter what position your keyis in, and evenif the key isn’tin. To turn off the flashers, press the switch again. When the hazard warning flashers are on, your turn signals won’t work.
Your hazard warning flasherslet you warn others. They also let police know you have a problem. Your front and rear turn signal lamps willflash on and off. Other Warning devices If you carry reflective triangles, you canset one up 1 a\ CAUTION: at the side of the road about 300 feet (100 m) behind your vehicle. Batteries can hurtyou. They can be Jump Starting dangerous because: They contain acid that canburn you. If your battery hasrun down, you may want to use 0 They contain gas thatcan explode or ignite. another vehicle and somejumoer cables tostart They contain enough electricity toburn your Oldsmobile. But please ,110~the steps here you. to do it safely. If you don’t follow these stepsexactly, some or a1 of these things can hurtyou. I NOTICE: Ignoring these steps could resultcostly in damage to your vehicle that wouldn’t be covered by your warranty. Trying tostart your Oldsmobileby pushing or pulling it could damage your vehicle. An automatic transaxlewon’t start thatway. 1. Check the other vehicle. It must have a 12-volt battery with a negative ground system. NOTICE:
Do not leave yourradio on while trying tojump NOTICE: start your vehicle. Theradio could be badly damaged and the repairs wouldn’t be covered by If the other system isn’t a 12-volt system with a your warranty. Be sure to turn off your radio negative ground, both vehicles can be damaged. before followingthis procedure.
2. Get the vehicles close enoughso the jumper cables can reach, but be surethe vehicles aren’t touching 4. Open the hoods and locatethe batteries. each other.If they are, it could cause a ground I connection you don’t want.You wouldn’t be able to start your Oldsmobile, and the bad grounding could damage the electrical systems. I You could be injuredif the vehicles roll.Set the An electric fan canstart up even when the engine parking brake firmlyon each vehicle. Put the is not runningand can injure you. Keep hands, transaxle inPARK (P). clothing and tools away from any underhood electric fan. 3. Turn off the ignition on both vehicles. Unplug unnecessary accessories plugged into the cigarette lighter or the accessory power outlet. Turnoff all lamps that aren’t needed, as well as radios. This will avoid sparks and help save both batteries.In addition, it could save your radio.
5-4 5. Find the positive (+) and negative (-) terminals on each battery.
A 8. Don’t let the other end touch metal. Connect it to the positive (+) terminal-of the good battery. Use a remote positive (+) terminal if the vehicle has one.
9. Now connect the black negative (-) cable to 7. Connect the red positive (+) cable to the positive (+) the good battery’s terminal of the vehicle with the dead battery. Use a negative (-) terminal. remote positive(+) terminal if the vehicle has one. Don’t let the other end touch anything until the next step. The other end of the negative cable doesn’t go to the dead battery. It goes to a heavy unpainted metal part on the engine of the vehicle with the dead battery. 5-6 A. Heavy Metal Engine Part B. Good Battery C. Dead Battery Towing Your Vehicle When you call,tell the towing service: Try to have an Oldsmobile retailer or a professional That your vehicle cannot be towed from thefront or towing service tow your Cutlass. They can provide rear with sling-type equipment, as described laterin the right equipment and know-how to tow your this section. vehicle without damage. (See "Roadside Assistance" That your vehicle cannot be towedfrom the rear in the Index.) with the front wheels on the ground. If your vehiclehasbeen changed or modified since it That your vehicle has front-wheel drive. was factory-new by adding aftermarket items like fog lamps, aero skirting, or special tires and wheels, these The make, model and yearof your vehicle. instructions and illustrations may not be correct. Whether you can still move the shift lever. Before you do anything,turn on the hazard If there was an accident, what was damaged. warning flashers. When the towing service arrives, letthe tow operator know that this manual contains detailed towing instructions and illustrations.The operator may want to see them.
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Towing a vehicle over rough surfaces could damage a vehicle. Damage can occur fromvehicle to groundor vehicle to wheel-lift equipment. To help avoid damage, instana towing dolly and raise vehicle until adequate clearanceis obtained between the ground and/orwheel-lift equipment. Do not attachwinch cables or J-hooks to suspension componentswhen using car-carrier equipment. Always use T-hooks inserted in the T-hook slots.
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Do not tow withsling-type equipment or fascia damage will occur. Usewheel-lift or car-carrier equipment. Additional rampingmay be required for car-carrier equipment. Use safety chainsand wheel straps. NOTICE: (Continued) 5-10 Rear Towing NOTICE: (Continued)
Towing a vehicle over rough surfaces could damage a vehicle. Damage can occur from vehicle to ground or vehicle to wheel-lift equipment.To help avoid damage, install a towing dollyand raise vehicle untiladequate clearance is obtained between the ground and/or wheel-lift equipment. Do not attach winch cablesor J-hooks to suspension components when usingcar-carrier equipment. Always use T-hooks inserted in the T-hook slots.
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Do ndtow with sling-type~equipmentor the rear bumper valance wiiii be damaged. Use wheel-lift or car-carrier equipment. Additional ramping may be required for car-carrier .equipment. Use safety chainsand wheel straps. -NOTICE: (Continued)
5-11 Engine Overheating You will find a coolant temperature gageon your Oldsmobile’s instrument panel.See “Engine Coolant Temperature Gage” inthe Index. You will also find a Steam froman overheated engine can burnyou low coolant level warning light on your Oldsmobile’s badly, even if you just open thehood. Stay away instrument panel.See “Low Coolant Warning Light” from the engineif’ you see or hearsteam coming in the Index. from it. Just turn it off and get everyone away If Steam Is Coming From Your Engine from thevehicle until it cools down. Wait until there is no signof steam or coolant before you open the hood. If you keep drivingwhen your engineis overheated, the liquidsin itcan catchfire. You or others couldbe badly burned. Stop your engine if it overheats, and get out of the vehicle until the engineis cool.
I NOTICE: If your engine catches fire becauseyou keep driving with no coolant, yourvehicle can be badly damaged. Thecostly repairs would not be covered by your warranty. ~ If Y :-team.Is (- --- 9~ Fron ur Engine If you no longer have the overheat warning, you can drive. Just to besafe, drive slowerfor about If you get the overheat warmngbut see or hear no 10 minutes. If the warning doesn’t come back on, steam, the problem may not betoo serious. Sometimes you can drive normally. the engine can get a little too hot when you: If the warning continues, pull over, stop,and park Climb a longhill on a hot day. your vehicle right away. 0 Stop after high-speed driving. If there’s still no sign of steam, you can idle the Idle for long periods in traffic. engine for two or three minutes while you’re parked, Tow a trailer. to see if the warning stops. But then, if youstill have the warning, turn off the engine and get everyone out If you get the overheat warning with no signof steam, ofthe vehicle until it cools down. try this for a minuteor so: You may decide not tolift the’hood but to get service 1. Turn off your air conditioner. help right away. 2. Turn on your heater tofull hot at the highest fan speed and openthe window as necessary. 3. If you’re in a traffic jam, shift to NEUTRAL (N); otherwise, shift tothe highest gear while driving -- DRIVE (D) or THIRD (3).
5-13 Cooling System When you decide it’ssafe to lift the hood, here’s what you’ll see: An electric fan under the hood startcan up even when the engineis not running and can injure you. Keep hands, clothing and tools away from any underhood electric fan.
If the coolant inside the coolant surge tankis boiling, don’t do anythingelse until it cools down.
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A. Coolant surge tank with pressure cap B. Electric enginefans
5-14 Heater and radiatorhoses, and otherengine parts, canbe veryhot. Don’t touch them. If you do, you can be burned. Don’t run theengine if there is a leak. If you run the engine, it could lose all coolant. That could cause an engine fire,and you could be burned. Get any leakfixed before you drive thevehicle.
The coolant level shouldbe at or aboveFULL COLD. I NOTICE: If it isn’t, you may have a leak in the radiator hoses, heater hoses, radiator, water pumpor somewhere else in Engine damage from running your engine the cooling system. without coolantisn’t covered by your warranty.
If there seems to be no leak, with the engine on, check to see if the electric engine fans are running.If the engine is overheating, both fans should be running.If they aren’t, your vehicle needs service. How to Add Coolant to the Coolant Surge Tank If you haven’t founda problem yet, butthe coolant level isn’t at FULL COLD, add 50/50 a mixture of clean water (preferably distilled) and DEX-COOLTM coolant at the coolant surge tank, but be sure the cooling system, including the coolant surge tank pressure cap, is cool before you do it. (See “Engine Coolant’,in the Index for more information.)
Steam and scalding liquids froma hot cooling system can blow outand burn you badly. They are under pressure, andif you turn the coolant surge tank pressure cap -- even a little-- they can come out at high speed. Neverturn the cap when the cooling system, including the coolant surgetank pressure cap,is hot. Wait for the cooling system and coolant surgetank pressure capto cool if you ever have toturn the pressure cap.
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5-16 I NOTICE: I Adding only plain water to your cooling system In cold weather, water can freezeand crack the can be dangerous. Plain water,or some other engine, radiator,heater core and other parts. So liquid like alcohol, can boil before proper the use the recommended coolant. coolant mix will. Your vehicle’s coolant warning system is setfor the proper coolant mix. With plain water or the wrongmix, your engine could get too hotbut you wouldn’t getthe overheat warning. Your engine could catch fireand you or c others could be burned. Use a 50/50 mix of clean You can beburned if you spill coolant on hot water and DEX-COOL TM coolant. engine parts. Coolant contains ethylene glycol and it will burn if the engineparts arehot enough. Don’t spill coolant on a hot engine. 1. You can remove the coolant surge tank pressure cap 2. Then keep turning the pressure cap slowly,and when the cooling system, including the coolant surge remove it. tank pressure cap and upper radiator hose, is no longer hot. Turn the pressure cap slowly about one-quarter of a turn tothe left and then stop. If you hear ahiss, wait for that to stop.A hiss means there is still some pressure left.
If a Tire Goes Flat It’s unusual for a tire to “blow out”while you’re driving, especially if you maintain your tires properly.If air goes out of a tire, it’s much more likely to leak out slowly. But if you should ever have a “blowout,” here are a few tips about what to expect and what to do: If a front tirefails, the flat tire will create a drag that pulls the vehicle toward that side. Take your footoff the accelerator pedal and grip the steering wheel firmly. Steer to maintain lane position, and then gently brake to a stop well outof the traffic lane. A rear blowout, particularly on a curve, acts much like a skid and may requirethe same correction you’d use 5. Then replacethe pressure cap. Be sure the pressure in a skid. In any rear blowout, remove your from foot cap is tight. the accelerator pedal. Get the vehicle under controlby steering the way you want the vehicle to Itgo. 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 goesflat, the next part shows how to use your jacking equipment to change flata tire safely.
5-20 Changing a Flat Tire If a tire goesflat, avoid further tire and wheel damage by driving slowly to a level place. Turnon your hazard warning flashers.
Changing atire can causean injury. The vehicle can dip off the jack and roll overyou or other people. You and they could be badly injured. Find a level placeto change your tire.To help prevent the vehicle from moving: 1. Set the parking brake firmly. 2. Put the shift lever inPARK (P). 3. lhrn off the engine. The following steps will tellyou how to use thejack and To be even morecertain the vehicle won't move, change a tire. you can put blocks at the front and rear of the tire farthest away from the one being changed. Removing the SpareTire and Tools Turn the wing nut to theleft and remove it. Thenlift off The equipment you’ll the adapter and remove need is in thetrunk. Turn the spare tire. the center retainer nut on the compact spare cover to the left to remove it.
mi Remove thejack and wheel wrench from thetrunk. Your vehicle’s jack and wheel wrench are stored in Lift and remove the cover. (See “CompactSpare Tire” a foam tray. later inthis section for more information aboutthe compact spare.)You will find thejacking instructions label on the underside of the tire cover.
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-Ib The tools you'll be using include the jack (A) and wheel wrench (J3). 2. Some models are equipped with aluminum wheels. 3. Then use the wheel wrench toloosen all the wheel Remove the cover plate to findthe wheel nuts. nuts. Don't removethem yet. Carefully usethe wedge end of the wheel wrench to pry it off.
5-24 ~ Getting undera vehicle when it is jacked upis dangerous. If the vehicle slips off the jack,you m could be badlyinjured orkilled. Never get under a vehicle when it is supported only by a jack.
M NOTICE: -18” (46cm) 18(46cm) Raising yourvehicle with the jack improperly 4. Position thejack and raise the jack head until it fits positioned will damage thevehicle or may allow firmly into the notch in the vehicle’s frame nearest the vehicle to fall off the jack.Be sure tofit the the flat tire. Put the compactspare tire near you. jack lift head intothe properlocation before raising yourvehicle.
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Do not jack orlift thevehicle using the oil pan. Pans could crackand begin to leakfluid. When jacking or lifting yourvehicle, always place the jack in the properposition.
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Do not jackor lift the vehicle using the suspension components. Suspension components 5. Raise the vehicleby turning the wheel wrench to the can be damagedby doing this. When jacking or right. Raise the vehiclefar enough off the ground so lifting yourvehicle, always placethe jackin the there is enough roomfor the spare tire tofit. proper position. 6. Remove all of the wheel nuts. 7. Then take off the flat tire.
5-26 .6. Remove any rust or dirt from the wheel bolts, mounting surfaces and spare wheel. Never use oil or grease on studsor nuts. If you do, the nuts might come loose. Your wheel could fall off, causing a serious accident.
9. Replace the wheel nuts with the cone endof the nuts toward the wheel. Tighten each nut by hand or with the wheel wrench until the wheel 10. Lower the vehicle by turning the wheel wrench to is held against the hub. the left. Lower the jack completely.
5-28 - 11. Tighten the wheel nuts firmly in a criss-cross NOTICE: sequence, as shown. I Improperly tightenedwheel nuts can lead to brake pulsation .androtor damage. To avoid expensive brake repair.., evenly tighten the wheel nuts in the proper sequenee~and to the proper torque specification.
Don’t try to put a wheel cover onYQU~ comp:act spare tire. It won’t fit. Store the wheel cover and wheel^ nut caps in the trunk until you have theflat tire repaired or replaced.
I NOTICE: Wheel covers won’t fit on your compact spare. If you try to put a wheel cover onyour compact spare, you could damage the coveror the spare. A. Nut B. Cover
C.Bolt Wing I D. Extension (Aluminum wheels only) E. Adapter E Wrench G. Jack . Flat Road Tire Storing the Spare Tire and Tools
F Storing a jack, a tireor other equipment in the G passenger compartment of the vehicle could cause injury. In a sudden stop or collision, 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 “Compact Spare Tire” in the Index. See the A. Nut storage instructions label to replace your compact spare B. Cover into your trunk properly. C. Wing Bolt D. Adapter E.Wrench E Jack G. Extension (Aluminum Wheels Only) H. Spare Tire
5-31 Compact Spare Tire Don’t use your compact spare on other vehicles. Although the compact spare tire wasfully inflated And don’t mix your compact spare tire or wheel with when your vehicle was new,it can lose air after a time. other wheels or tires. They won’tfit. Keep your spare Check the inflation pressure regularly.It should be tire andits wheel together. 60 psi (420 Wa). After installing the compact spareon your vehicle, NOTICE: you should stop as soon as possible and make sure your sparetire is correctly inflated.The compact Tire chainswon’t fit your compact spare.Using spare is made to perform wellat speeds up to65 mph them can damage yourvehicle and can damage (105 km/h) for distances up to 3,000 miles (5 000 lun), so you can finish your trip and have your full-size tire the chains too. Don’t usetire chains on your repaired or replaced where you want.Of course, it’s best compact spare. to replace your spare with a full-size tire as soonas you can. Your spare will last longer andbe in good shapein case you needit again.
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When the compact spareis installed, don’t take your vehicle through an automatic carwash with guide rails.The compact spare canget caught on the rails. That can damage the tire andwheel, and maybe other partsof your vehicle.
5-32 If You’re Stuck: In Sand, Mud, Ice or Snow NOTICE: What you don’t want todo when your vehicleis stuck is Spinning your wheels can destroyparts of your to spin your wheels toofast. The method known as vehicle as wellas the tires. If you spin thewheels “rocking” can help you get out when you’re stuck, but too fast whiIe shifting your transaxle back and you must use caution. forth, you can destroy your transaxle.
For information about using tire chains on your vehicle,
~ ~~ ~ see “Tire Chains”in the Index. If you let your tires spinat high speed, they can Rocking Your Vehicle To Get It Out explode, and you or others could be injured. And, the transaxleor other parts of the vehicle can First, turn your steering wheelleft and right. That will overheat. That could causean engine clear the area around yourfront wheels. Then shift back and forth between REVERSE(R) and a forward gear, compartment fire or other damage. When you’re spinning the wheels aslittle as possible. Releasethe stuck, spin the wheels as little as possible. Don’t accelerator pedal while you shift, and press lightlyon spin the wheels above 35 mph (55 km/h) as shown the accelerator pedal when the transaxlein is gear. If on the speedometer. that doesn’t getyou out after a few tries, you may need to be towed out.If you do need to be towed out, see “Towing Your Vehicle” inthe Index.
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5-36 Section 6 Service and Appearance Care
Here you will find information aboutthe care of your Oldsmobile. This section begins with service andfuel information, and then it shows how to check important fluid and lubricantlevels. There is also technical information about your vehicle, and a part devoted to its appearance care.
6-2 Doing Your Own Service Work 6-35 When it is Time to Buy New Tires 6-3 What Kind of Fuel to Use 6-38 Wheel Alignment 6-5 Using Fuel in Foreign Countries 6-4 1 Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle 6-5 Where to Putthe Fuel and Filling the Tank 6-43 Care of the Safety Belts 6-7 Checking Things Underthe Hood 6-45 Cleaning the Outsideof Your Vehicle 6-11 Checking Your Engine Oil 6-46 How to Clean Aluminum Wheels 6- 16 Automatic Transaxle Fluid 6-47 Underbody Maintenance 6-16 Engine Coolant 6-48 Recornended Appearance Care Materials 6-21 Where to Fillthe Windshield Washer Fluid 6-49 Your Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) 6-22 Important Brake Information 6-50 The Electrical System 6-25 Infomation on Your Vehicle’s Battery 6-5 1 Fuses and Circuit Breakers 6-26 Tips on Vehicle Storage 6-57 Replacement Bulb Types for Your Vehicle 6-26 Bulb Replacement Procedures 6-57 Capacities and Specifications 6-32 Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement 6-58 Air Conditioning Specifications 6-33 How and When to Check Tire Inflation 6-58 Normal Replacement Parts
6-1 Service Doing Your Own ServiceWork Your Oldsmobile retailer knows your vehicle best and If you want todo some of your own service work, you’ll wants you to be happy withit. We hope you’ll go to want to get the proper Oldsmobile Service Manual.It your retailerfor all your service needs. You’ll get tells you much more about how to service your genuine GM parts and GM-trained and supported Oldsmobile than this manual can.To order the proper service people. service manual, see “Service and Owner Publications” in the Index. We hope you’ll want to keep yourGM vehicle all GM. Genuine GM parts have oneof these marks: Your vehicle has an air bag system. Before attempting to do your own service work,see “Servicing Your Air Bag-Equipped Oldsmobile” in the Index. You should keep a record withall parts receipts andList n the mileage andthe date of any service work you perform. See “Maintenance Record” in the Index. El”Delco
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If your vehicle is certified to meet California Emission To provide cleaner air, all gasolines in the United States Standards (indicated on the underhood tune-up label), it are now required to contain additives that will help is designed to operate on fuels that meet California prevent deposits from forming in your engine fuel and specifications. If such fuels are not availablein states system, allowing your emission control systemto adopting California emissions standards, your vehicle function properly. Therefore, you should not have to add will operate satisfactorily on fuels meeting federal anything to thefuel. In addition, gasolines containing specifications, but emission control system performance oxygenates, such as ethers and ethanol, and may be affected.The malfunction indicator lamp on reformulated gasolines may be available in your area to your instrument panel may turn onandor your vehicle help clean the air. General Motors recommends that you may fail a smog-check test. If this occurs, return to your use these gasolines if they comply with the authorized Oldsmobile retailerfor diagnosis to specifications described earlier. determine the causeof failure. In the event it is s determined that the causeof the conditionis the typeof fuels used, repairs may not be covered by your warranty. NOTICE: Some gasolines that are not reformulatedfor low emissions contain an octane-enhancing additive called Your vehicle was not designed for fuel that methylcyclopentadlenyl manganese tricarbonyl("T); contains methanol. Don't useit. It can corrode ask your service station operator whether or hisnot fuel metal parts in your fuel system and also damage contains MMT. General Motors does not recommend the plastic and rubber parts. That damage wouldn't use of such gasolines. If fuels containing MMT are used, be covered under your warranty. spark plug life may be reduced and your emission control system performance maybe affected. The malfunction indicator lamp on your instrument panel may turn on.If this occurs, return to your authorized Oldsmobile retailer for service.
6-4 Fuels in Foreign Countries Filling Your Tank If you plan on drivingin another country outsidethe United States or Canada, the proper fuel may be hard to find. Never use leaded gasolineor any otherfuel not recommended in the previous text on fuel. Costly repairs caused byuse of improper fuel wouldn’t be covered by your warranty. To check on fuel availability, ask an auto club, or contact a majoroil company that does businessin the country where you’llbe driving. You can also write us at the following addressfor advice. Just tell us where you’re going andgive your Vehicle Identification Number(VIN). General Motors International Product Center 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa. Ontario L1H 8P7
Gasoline vapor is highly flammable. 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.
6-5 The cap is behind a hinged door on the right side of your vehicle. To open the door, insert your finger into the finger depression in the fuel door. If you get gasoline on yourself and then something ignites it, you could be badly burned. Gasoline canspray outon you if you open the fuel filler captoo quickly. This spraycan happen if your tank is nearly fnll, and is more likely in hot weather. Open the fuel filler capslowly and wait for any“hiss” noise to stop. Then unscrew the cap all theway.
Be careful not to spill gasoline. Clean gasolinefrom painted surfaces~as soon as possible. See “Cleaning the Outside of Your Oldsmobile” in the Index. When you put the cap back on, turn it to the right While refueling, hang the tethered cap inside the (clockwise) until you hear a clicking sound. Make sure ‘fuel door. you fully install the cap. The diagnostic system can determine if the fuel cap has been leftoff or improperly To take off the cap, turn it slowly to the left (counterclockwise). The cap has a springin it; if you let installed. This would allow fuel to evaporate into the go of the cap too soon,it will spring back to the right. atmosphere. See “Malfunction Indicator Lamp” in the Index.
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If you need a new cap, besure to get the right Things that burncan get on hot engineparts and type. Your retailer canget one for you. If you get start a fire. These include liquids like gasoline, the wrong type,it may not fit properly. This may oil, coolant,brake fluid, windshield washerand cause your malfunction indicator lamp to light other fluids, and plastic or rubber. You or others and your fueltank and emissions system may be could be burned. Be careful not todrop OF spill damaged. See “MalfunctionIndicator Lamp” in things that will burn onto a hot engine. the Index. The following sections tell you how check to fluids, Checking ThingsUnder the Hood lubricants and important parts under the hood. Hood Release To open the hood,first pull the hood release handle An electric fan under the hood canstart up and inside the vehicle. injure you even when the engineis not running. Keep hands, clothing and tools away from any underhood electric fan. Lift thehood, release the hood prop fromits retainer and put the hood prop into the slot marked PROP ROD.
Before closing the hood, be sure all filler the caps are Then go to the frontof the vehicle and lift the secondary on properly. Then letthe hood drop from about8 to hood release handle before lifting. 12 inches (20 to 30 cm). 3100 (CODE M) Engine When you open the hood, you'llsee:
I A..Engine Coalant Surge Tank D. Engine Oi€Dipstick G. Battery B. Power Steering Fluid Reservoir E. Brake Fluid Reservoir H. Windshield Washer Fluid C. Engine Oil Fill Cap ReservoirE Air Cle,aner
I' Engine Oil The engine oil dipstick handle is yellow ,and If the CHECK OIL located onthe front of light on the instrument the engine. panel comes on,it means you need to CHECK check your engine OIL oil level right away.
Turn off the engine and give theoil a few minutes For more information,see “Check Oil Light” in the to drain backinto the oil pan.If you don’t, theoil Index. You should check your engineoil level regularly; dipstick might not show the actual level. this is an added reminder. It’s a good idea to check your engineoil every time you get fuel. In order to get an accurate reading, oil the must be warm and the vehicle must be on level ground. Checking Engine Oil When to Add Oil Pull out the dipstick and clean it with a paper towelor If the oil is at or below the ADD line, then you’ll need cloth, then push it back in all the way. Removeit again, to add atleast one quartof oil. But you must use the keeping the tip down, and check level.the right kind.This part explains what kindof oil to use. For crankcase capacity, see “Capacities and Specifications” in the Index.
NOTICE:
Don’t add too much oil.If your engine hasso much oil that theoil level gets above the upper mark that shows the proper operating range, your engine could be damaged. What Kind of Oil to Use Oils recommendedfor your vehicle can be identified by looking for the “Starburst” symbol.This symbol indicates that the oil has been certifiedby the American Petroleum Institute (API).Do not use any oil which does not carry this Starburst symbol. If you change your ownoil, be sure you useoil that has the Starburst symbol on the front of the oil container. If you have youroil changed for you, be sure the oil put into your engine is American Petroleum The oil fill cap for the 3 100 engine is located on the Institute certifiedfor front of the engine. gasoline engines. Be sure to fill it enough to put the level somewherein the proper operating range. Pushthe dipstick all theway You should also use the proper viscosityoil for your back in when you’re through. vehicle, as shown in the following chart:
6-12 RECOMMENDED WE VISCOSITY GRADE ENGINE OllS FOR BEST NE1ECONOMY J\ND COLD SIARTINS, SELECT THE LOWEST SAE VISCOSITY "WDL OIL FOR TWE EXPEMEa'TEMPERATURE RRNSE:
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WEATHER DO NOT USE SAE 2OW-50 OR ANY OTHER GRADE OIL NOT RECOMMENDED Engine Oil Additives Don't add mything to your oil. Your Oldsmobie retder is ready to advise if you think something should be added. When to Change Engine Oil What to Do with Used Oil If any one of these is true for you, use the shorttriphity Did you know that used engine oil contains certain maintenance schedule: elements that may be unhealthyfor your skin and could even cause cancer? Don’t let used oil stay on skin your 0 Most trips are less than5 to 10 miles (8 to 16 km). This is particularly important when outside for very long. Clean your skin and nails with soap and temperatures are below freezing. water, or a good hand cleaner. Wash or properly throw away clothing or rags containing used engine oil. (See 0 Most trips include extensive idling (such as frequent the manufacturer’s warnings about theuse and disposal driving in stop-and-go traffic). of oil products.) 0 Most trips arethough dusty areas. Used oil can be a real threat theto environment. If you 0 You frequently tow a trailer or use a carrier onof top change your own oil, be sure to drain all free-flowingoil your vehicle. from the filter before disposal. Don’t ever disposeof oil by putting it in the trash, pouring it on the ground,into 0 The vehicle is usedfor delivery service, police, taxi sewers, or into streams or bodiesof water. Instead, or other commercial application. recycle it by taking it to a place that collects used Ifoil. Driving under these conditions causes engine oil to you have a problem properly disposingof your used oil, break down sooner.If any one of these is truefor your ask your retailer, a service station or a local recycling vehicle, then you need to change youroil and filter center for help. every 3,000 miles (5 000 km) or 3 months -- whichever occurs first. If none of them is true, usethe long triphighway maintenance schedule. Change the oil andfilter every 7,500 miles (12 500 km) or 12 months -- whichever occurs first. Driving a vehicle with a fully warmed engine under highway conditions causes engine oil to break down slower. Refer to the Maintenance Scheduleto determine when to replace theair filter, See “Sch’eduled MaintenanceServices” in the Index.
The air cleaneris located on the driver’s sideof the engine compartment. To check or replace the air filter: I NOTICE: 1. Unscrew the four Phillips-head screws, then pull the cover back. If the air cleaner is off, a backfire can causea damaging enginefire. And, dirt can easily get 2. Remove the air cleaner filter. into your engine, whichwill damage it. Always 3. Be sure to install the air cleaner filter and replacethe have the air cleaner in place when you’re driving. cover tightly.
6-15 Automatic Transaxle Fluid A 50/50 mixture of water and the proper coolantfor your Oldsmobile will: It is not necessary to check the transaxle fluid level.A transaxle fluid leak is the only reasonfor fluid loss.If a 0 Give freezing protection down to-34°F (-37°C). leak occurs, takethe vehicle to your Oldsmobile retail 0 Give boiling protectionup to 265 “F (129 O C). facility Service Department and haveit repaired as soon as possible. You may also have your fluid level checked 0 Protect against rust and corrosion. by your retailer or service center when you have your 0 Help keep the proper engine temperature. oil changed. Let the warning lights and gages work as they should. Engine Coolant The cooling systemin your vehicle is filled withnew NOTICE: DEX-COOL” engine coolant. This coolant is designed to remain in your vehiclefor 5 years or 150,000 miles When adding coolant,it is important that you use (240 000 km), whichever occurs first, if you add only only DEX-COOL TM (silicate-free) coolant. DEX-COOL TM extended life coolant. If silicated coolant is added to the system, The following explains your cooling system and how to premature engine, heater core or radiator add coolant whenit is low.If you have a problem with corrosion may result. In addition, the engine engine overheating, see “Engine Overheating”in the Index. coolant will require change sooner-- at 30,000 miles (50 000 km) or 24 months, whichever occurs first. What to Use Use a mixture of one-half clean water (preferably NOTICE: distilled) and one-halfDEX-COOL” coolant which won’t damage aluminum parts. If you use this mixture, If you use an improper coolantmix, your engine you don’t need to add anything else. could overheatand be badly damaged. The repair cost wouldn’t be covered by your warranty. Too much water in themix can freeze and crack the engine,radiator, heater core and other parts. Adding only plain water to your cooling system can be dangerous. Plain water,or some other If you have to add coolant more thanfour times a year, liquid like alcohol, can boil before properthe have your retailer check your cooling system. coolant mix will. Your vehicle’s coolant warning system is setfor the proper coolant mix. With plain water or the wrongmix, your engine could NOTICE: get too hotbut you wouldn’t get the overheat I I warning. Your engine could catchfire and you or If you use the proper coolant,you don’t have to others could be burned.Use a 50/50 mix of clean add extra inhibitors or additives which claim to
water and DEX-COOL TM coolant. improve the system. These can be harmful. Checking Coolant
Turning the surgetank pressure cap when the engine and radiator are hot can allow steam and scalding liquids to blow out andburn you badly. Never turn the surge tank pressure cap-- even a little -- when the engine and radiator are hot.
When your engineis cold, the coolantlevel should be at the FULL COLD mark. If the light comes on, it means you’re low on engine coolant. The surge tankis located on the passenger’s sideof the engine compartment. Surge Tank Pressure Cap Power Steering Fluid How To Check Power Steering Fluid When the engine compartmentis cool, wipe the cap and the top of the reservoir clean, then unscrew capthe and wipe the dipstick with a clean rag. Replacethe cap and completely tighten it. Then remove the cap again and look at the fluid level on the dipstick. The level should beat the FULL COLD mark. If necessary, add only enough fluid to bring the level up to the mark. What to Use To determine what kindof fluid to use,see “Recommended Huids and Lubricants” in the Index. Always use the proper fluid. Failure to use the proper fluid can cause leaks and damage hoses and seals. When to CheckPower Steering Fluid It is not necessary to regularly check power steering fluid unless you suspect thereis a leakin the system or you hear an unusual noise.A fluid lossin this system could indicate a problem. Have the system inspected and repaired.
6-20 Windshield Washer Fluid NOTICE: What toUse When you need windshield washer fluid, be sure to read When using concentrated washer fluid, the manufacturer’s instructions before use.If you will be follow the manufacturer’s instructionsfor operating your vehiclein an area where the temperature adding water. may fall below freezing, use a fluid that has sufficient Don’t mix water with ready-to-use washer protection against freezing. fluid. Water can cause the solution to freeze Adding Washer Fluid and damage your washer fluidtank and other parts of the washer system. Also, Open the cap labeled water doesn’t cleanas well as washer fluid. WASHER FLUID ONIiY. Fill your washer fluidtank only Add washer fluid until the three-quarters full when it’s very cold. This tank is full. allows for expansion if freezing occurs, which could damage thetank if it is completely full. Don’t use radiator antifreeze in your windshield washer.It can damage your washer system and paint.
-~ 6-21 Brakes There are onlytwo reasons why the brake fluid level in the reservoir might go down. The first is that the brake fluid Brake Fluid goes down to an acceptable level during normal brake lining wear. When new linings are put in,the fluid level goes back up. The other reasonis that fluid is leaking out of the brake system.If it is, you should have your brake system. fixed, sincea leak means that sooner or later your brakes won’t work well, or won’t work all. at So, it isn’t a good idea to “topoff’ your brake fluid. Adding brake fluid won’t correcta leak. If you add fluid when your linings areworn, then you’ll have too much fluid when you get new brake linings.You should add (or remove) brake fluid, as necessary, only when workis done on the brake hydraulic system.
Your brake master cylinder reservoiris here. It is filled If you have too much brake fluid, can it spill on the with DOT-3 brake fluid. engine. The fluid will burn if the engineis hot enough. You or others could be burned, and your vehicle could be damaged. Add brake fluid only when work is done on the brake hydraulic system.
6-22 When your brake fluid falls to a lowlevel, your brake warning light will come on. See “Brake System Warning With the wrong kindof fluid in your brake 1 system, your brakes may not workwell, or they may not even workat all. This could causea crash. Always use theproper brake fluid.
What toAdd NOTICE: When you do need brakefluid, use onlyDOT-3 brake fluid -- such as DelcoSupreme ll@(GM Part a Using the wrong fluid can badly damage No. 12377967).Use new brakefluid from a sealed brake system parts. For example, just a few container only. drops of mineral-based oil, suchas engine oil, in your brake system can damagebrake Always clean the brake fluid reservoir cap and the area around the cap before removing it. This will help keep system parts so badly that they’ll haveto be dirt from entering the reservoir. replaced. Don’t let someoneput in the wrong kind of fluid. a If you spill brake fluid onyour vehicle’s painted surfaces, the paint finishcan be damaged. Be careful not to spill brake fluid on your vehicle. If you do, wash it off immediately. See “Appearance Care” in the Index.
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Brake Pedal Travel Replacing Brake System Parts See your retailerif the brake pedal does not return to The braking system on a modern vehicleis complex. Its normal height, or if thereis a rapid increase in pedal many parts have tobe of top quality and work well travel. This could be a signof brake trouble. together if the vehicle isto have really good braking. Your vehicle was designed and tested with top-quality Brake Adjustment GM brake parts. When you replace partsof your braking Every time you make a moderate brake stop, your disc system -- for example, when your brake linings wear brakes adjustfor wear. If you rarely make a moderate or down and you have to have new onesput in -- be sure heavier stop, then your brakes might not adjust correctly. you get new approved GM replacement parts.If you If you drive in that way, then -- very carefully -- make don’t, your brakes may no longer work properly. For a few moderate brake stops about every1,000 miles example, if someone putsin brake linings that are wrong (1 600 h),so your brakes will adjust properly. for your vehicle, the balance between yourfront and rear brakes can change-- for the worse. The braking If your brake pedal goes downfarther than normal, your performance you’ve come to expect can change in many rear drum brakes may need adjustment. Adjust themby other ways if someone putsin the wrong replacement pumping the brake pedal repeatedly while theengine is brake parts. running withthe shift lever in PARK (P). Battery Every new Oldsmobile has a Delco Freedom@ battery. You never haveto add waterto one of these. When it’s time for a new battery, we recommend a Delco Freedom battery. Get one that has the replacement number shown on the original battery’s label.
6-25 Vehicle Storage Bulb Replacement If you’re not going to driveyour vehicle for 25 days This section describes bulb changing proceduresfor ~ or more, take off the black, negative(-) cable from some of your interior and exterior lamps. For bulb the battery. This will help keep your batteryfrom sizes, see “Replacement Bulbs”in the Index. For any running down. bulbs not listedin this section, contact your Oldsmobile retail facility. I Halogen Bulbs
Batteries have acidthat can bl 1 you and gas that can explode. You can be badlyhurt if you - aren’t careful. See“Jump Starting” in the Index for tips on working around a battery without Halogen bulbs have pressurized gas insideand getting hurt. can burst if you drop or scratch the bulb. You or others could be injured. Besure to read and follow theinstructions on the bulb package. Contact your retailer to learn how to prepare your vehicle for longer storage periods. Also, for your audio system,see “Theft-Deterrent
~ Feature” in the Index.
6-26 Front Exterior Bulbs Headlamp and FrontWrn Signal Lamp Bulb Replacement I When replacing a halogen bulb, do not touchthe glass portion of the bulb.The oil from your fingers will shorten the life of your new halogen bulb.For the type A of bulb to use, see “Replacement Bulbs”in the Index. 1. With the hood open andthe engine off, pull the fastener outof the plastic splash shield coveringthe top of the headlamp assembly and remove it.
A. Front Turn Signal B. High-Beam Headlamp C. Low-Beam Headlamp
2. Carefully pull directly upon the two latches.
6-27 bulb socket and twist it .less than one-quarter of a turn to the left. 2. Fkll back the trunk trim.
A. Back-up Lamps B. Taillamp C. Rear Turn Signal Lamp
5. Carefully remove the backplate,by pulling up on the ,four outer tabsand: two inner tabs.
6-31 I Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement Tires Your new Oldsmobile comes with high-quahty tires made bya leading tire manufacturer.If you ever have questions about your tire warranty and where to obtain service, see your Oldsmobile Warranty booklet for details.
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Poorly maintained and improperly used tires are dangerous. 0 Overloading your tires can cause overheating as a result of too much friction. You could have an airout and a serious accident.See Replacement blades come in different types and are “Loading Your Vehicle” in the Index. removed in different ways. For the proper type and 0 Underinflated tires pose the same danger as length, see “Capacities and Specifications’’ inthe Index. overloaded tires. The resulting accident Here’s how to remove the Sheppard’s Hook type: could cause serious injury. Check all tires 1. Pull the windshield wiper arm away from the frequently to maintain the recommended windshield. pressure. Tire pressure shouldbe checked 2. Push the release lever and slidethe wiper assembly when your tiresare cold. toward the driver’s sideof the vehicle. CAUTION: (Continued) 3. Install a new blade by reversing Steps 1 and 2. 6-32 NOTICE:
0 Overinflated tires are more likely to be cut, Don’t let anyone tell youthat underinflation or punctured or broken by a sudden impact -- overinflation is all right.It’s not. If your tires such as when you hit a pothole. Keep tires don’t have enoughair (underinflation), you can at the recommended pressure. get the following: Worn, old tires can cause accidents.If your tread is badly worn,or if your tires have Too much flexing been damaged, replace them. Too much heat 0 Tire overloading Bad wear Inflation -- Tire Pressure Bad handling The Tire-Loading Informationlabel, which is located on Bad fuel economy. the driver’s side rear passenger door, showsthe correct If your tires havetoo muchair (overinflation), inflation pressuresfor your tires when they’re cold. you can get the following: “Cold” means your vehicle has beensitting for at least Unusual wear three hours or driven no more than 1 mile (1.6 km). Bad handling Rough ride 0 Needless damage from road hazards.
6-33 When to Check rotation is the most important.See “Scheduled Check your tires once a monthor more. Maintenance Services” in the Indexfor scheduled rotation intervals. Don’t forget your compact spare tire.It should be at 60 psi (420 Ea). How to Check Use a good quality pocket-type gage to check tire pressure. You can’t tell if your tires are properly inflated simply by looking at them. Radial tires may look properly inflated even when they’re underinflated. Be sure to put the valve caps back on the valve stems. They help prevent leaksby keeping out dirt and moisture.
Tire Inspection and Rotation When rotating your tires, always use the correct rotation Tires should be rotated every6,000 to 8,000 miles (10 pattern shown here. 000 to 13 000 km). Any time you notice unusual wear, Don’t include the compact sparetire in your tire rotation. rotate your tiresas soon as possible and check wheel alignment. Also check for darnaged tires or wheels.See After the tires have been rotated, adjust thefront and “When It’s Timefor New Tires” and “Wheel rear inflation pressures as shown on the Tire-Loading Replacement” laterin this sectionfor more information. Information label. Make certain that all wheel nuts are properly tightened. See “Wheel Nut Torque”in The purpose of regular rotation is to achieve more the Index. uniform wearfor dl tires on the vehicle. Thefirst
6-34 When It's Time for New Tires Buying New Tires To find out what kind and sizeof tires you need, look at the Tire-Loading Informationlabel, The tires installed on your vehicle whenit was new had Mixing tires could causeyou to lose control while a Tire Performance Criteria Speclfication (TPC Spec) driving. If you mix tires of different sizes or types number on each tire’s sidewall. When youget new tires, (radial and bias-belted tires), thevehicle may not get ones with that same TPC Spec number. That way handle properly, and you could have a crash. your vehicle will continue to have tires that are designed Using tires of different sizes may also cause to give proper endurance, handling, speed rating, damage to yourvehicle. Be sure touse the same traction, ride and other things during normal service on size and type tires onall wheels. your vehicle.If your tires have an all-season tread design, the TPC number will be followedby an “MS” It’s all right to drivewith your compact spare, (for mud and snow). I though. It was developed for use on yourvehicle. If you ever replace your tires with those not havinga TPC Spec number, make sure theyare the same size, load range, speed rating and construction type (bias, bias-belted or radial) as your original tires.
6-36 Uniform Tire Quality Grading Treadwear The following information relates to the system The treadwear gradeis a comparative rating basedon developed bythe United States National Highway the wear rateof the tire when tested under controlled Traffic Safety Adrninistration, which gradestires by conditions ona specified government test course. For treadwear, traction and temperature performance.(This example, a tire graded 150 would wear one anda half . applies onlyto vehicles soldin the United States.)The (1 1/2) times as well on the government courseas a tire grades are molded on the sidewalls of most passenger graded 100. The relative performance of tires depends car tires. The Uniform Tire Quality Grading system does upon the actual conditions of their use, however, and not apply to deeptread, winter-type snow tires, may depart significantly from the norm due to variations space-saver or temporary usespare tires, tires with in driving habits, service practices and differencesin nominal rim diameters of 10 to 12 inches (25 to 30 cm), road characteristics and climate. or to some limited-production tires. Traction -- A, B, C While thetires available on General Motors passenger cars and light trucks may vary with respect to these The traction grades, from highest to lowest, areA, B, and grades, they must also conformto Federal safety C, and they represent the tire’s ability to stop onwet requirements and additional General Motors Tire pavement as measured under controlled conditions on Performance Criteria (TPC) standards. specified government test surfacesof asphalt and concrete. A tire marked C may have poor traction performance. Warning: The traction grade assigned to thistire is based on braking (straight ahead) traction tests and does not include cornering (turning) traction. Temperature -- A, B, C Scheduled wheel alignment and wheel balancing are not The temperature grades areA (the highest), B, and C, needed. However, if you notice unusual tire wearor representing the tire’s resistance to the generationof your vehicle pulling one way or the other, the ali-gnment heat andits ability to dissipate heat when tested under may need to be reset.If you notice your vehicle controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory vibrating when driving on a smooth road, your wheels test wheel. Sustained high temperature can cause the may need to be rebalanced. material of the tire to degenerate and reduce life,tire and Wheel Replacement excessive temperature can lead to sudden tire failure. The grade C corresponds to a levelof performance Replace any wheel thatis bent, cracked, or badly rusted which all passenger car tires must meet underthe or corroded. If wheel nuts keep coming loose, the wheel, Federal Motor Vehicle Safety StandardNo. 109. Grades wheel bolts and wheel nuts should be replaced.If the B and A represent higher levelsof performance on the wheel leaks air, replace it (except some aluminum laboratory test wheel thanthe minimum required by law. wheels, which can sometimes be repaired). See your Oldsmobile retailer if anyof these conditions exist. Warning: The temperature gradefor this tire is established for a tire that is properly inflated and not Your retailer will knowthe kind of wheel you need. overloaded. Excessive speed, underinflation, or Each new wheel should have the same load-carrying excessive loading, either separatelyor in combination, capacity, diameter, width, offset and be mounted the can cause heat buildup and possible tire failure. same way as the oneit replaces. Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance If you need to replace anyof your wheels, wheel bolts or wheel nuts, replace them only with new GM original The wheels on your vehicle were aligned and balanced equipment parts. This way, you will be sure to have the carefully at the factory to give you the longestlife tire right wheel, wheel bolts and wheel nuts for your and best overall performance. Oldsmobile model. Used Replacement Wheels
Using the wrong replacement wheels, wheel bolts or wheel nuts on your vehicle can be dangerous. It could affect thebraking and handling of your Putting a used wheel on your vehicle is vehicle, makeyour tires lose air andmake you dangerous. You can’t know how it’s been usedor lose control.You could have a collisionin which how far it’s been driven.It could fail suddenly you or others could be injured. Always usethe and cause an accident. If you have to replace a correct wheel, wheel boltsand wheel nuts wheel, use a new GM original equipmentwheel. for replacement.
NOTICE:
The wrong wheelcan also cause problems with bearing life,brake cooling, speedometeror odometer calibration, headlamp aim, bumper height, vehicle ground clearanceand tire ortire chain clearance to the bodyand chassis.
See “Changinga Flat Tire” in the Index for more information.
6-39 Tire Chains Appearance Care Remember, cleaning products can be hazardous. Some NOTICE: are toxic. Others can burst into flameif you strike a match or get them on a hotpart of the vehicle. Some are dangerous if you breathe their fumesin a closed space. Use tire chains only where legaland only when When you use anythingfrom a container to clean your you must. Use only SAE Class “S” type chains Oldsmobile, be sure tofollow the manufacturer’s that arethe propersize for your tires. Install warnings and instructions.And always open your doors them on thefront tires and tighten themas or windows when you’re cleaningthe inside. tightly as possible with the ends securely Never use these to clean your vehicle: fastened. Drive slowly and follow the chain manufacturer’s instructions.If you can hear the Gasoline chains contacting your vehicle, stop and retighten Benzene them. If the contact continues,slow down untilit Naphtha stops. Driving too fastor spinning the wheels with chains on will damage your vehicle. CarbonTetrachloride Acetone
0 PaintThinner Turpentine LacquerThinner
0 Nail Polish Remover They can all be hazardous-- some more than others -- and they canall damage your vehicle, too.
6-40 Don’t use anyof these unless this manual says you can. Using Foam-Type Cleaner on Fabric In many uses, these will damage your vehicle: 1. Vacuum and brushthe area to removeany loose dirt. Alcohol 2. Always clean a whole trim panelor section. Mask LaundrySoap surrounding trim along stitch or welt lines. Bleach 3. Mix Multi-Purpose Powdered Cleaner followingthe 0 ReducingAgents directions onthe container label. Cleaning the Inside of Your Oldsmobile 4. Use sudsonly and apply with a clean sponge. Don’t saturate the material and don’t rubit roughly. Use a vacuum cleaner often to get ofrid dust and loose dirt. Wipe vinyl or leather with a clean, damp cloth. 5. As soon as you’ve cleanedthe section, use a sponge to remove the suds. Your Oldsmobile retailer has two cleaners, a solvent-type spot lifter and afoam-type powdered 6. Rinse the section with a clean, wet sponge. cleaner. They will clean normal spots and stains very 7. Wipe off what’s left with a slightly damp paper towel well. Do not use them on vinyl or leather. or cloth. Here are some cleaning tips: 8. Dry it immediately with a blow dryer. 1. Always read the instructions on the cleaner label. 9. Wipe with a clean cloth. 2. Clean up stains as soon as you can-- before they set. 3. Use a clean cloth or sponge, and change to a clean area often. A soft brush may be usedif stains are stubborn. 4. Use solvent-type cleaners in a well-ventilated area only. If you use them, don’t saturate the stained area. 5. If a ring forms after spot cleaning, clean theentire area immediately orit will set. 6-41 Using Solvent-‘l[iype Cleaner on Fabric Shoe polish, wax crayon, tar and asphalt will stainif left on a vehicle’s seat fabric. They should be removed as First, see if you have to use solvent-type cleaner at all. soon as possible. Be careful, because the cleanerwill Some spots and stains will cleanoff better withjust dissolve them andmay cause them to spread, water and mild soap. If you need to use a solvent: Non-Greasy Stains 1. Gently scrape excess soil from the trim material with Stains caused by catsup, coffee (black), egg,fruit, fruit a clean, dull knifeor scraper. juice, milk, soft drinks, wine, vomit, urine and blood can be removed as follows: 2. Use very little cleaner, light pressure and clean cloths (preferably cheesecloth). Cleaning should start at the 1. Carefully scrape off excess stain, then sponge the outside of the stain, “feathering” toward the center. soiled area withcool water. 2. If a stain remains, follow the foam-type instructions 3. Keep changing to a clean sectionof the cloth. described earlier. 4. When you clean a stain from fabric, immediately 3. If an odor lingers after cleaning vomit or urine, dry the area with a blow dryer to help prevent a treat the area with waterhaking a soda solution: cleaning ring. 1 teaspoon (5 ml) of baking soda to 1 cup (250 ml) Special Cleaning Problems of lukewarm water. 4. If needed, clean lightly with solvent-type cleaner. Greasy or Oily Stains Combination Stains Stains caused by grease,oil, butter, margarine, shoe polish, coffee with cream, chewing gum, cosmetic Stains caused by candy,ice cream, mayonnaise, chili creams, vegetable oils, wax crayon, tar and asphalt can sauce and unknown stains can be removedas follows: be removed as follows: 1. Carefully scrape off excess stain. 1. Carefully scrape off excess stain. 2. Clean with cool water and allow todry. 2. Follow the solvent-type instructions described earlier. 3. If a stain remains, cleanit with solvent-type cleaner. Cleaning Vinyl Cleaning the Top of the Instrument Panel Use warm water and a clean cloth. Use only mild soap and waterto clean the top surfaces of the instrument panel. Sprays containing silicones or 0 Rub with a clean, damp cloth to remove dirt. You waxes may cause annoying reflectionsin the windshield may haveto do it more than once. and even makeit difficult to see through the windshield Things like tar, asphalt and shoe polish will stain under certain conditions. if you don’t get them off quickly. Use a clean cloth and a vinylfleather cleaner.See your retailer for Care of Safety Belts this product. Keep belts clean and dry.
Cleaning Leather I Use a soft cloth with lukewarm water anda rnild soap or saddle soapand wipe dry with a soft cloth. Then, letthe leather dry naturally. Do notuse heat to dry. Do not bleach or dye safety belts. If you do, it 0 For stubborn stains, use aleather cleaner. See your may severely weaken them.In a crash, they retailer for this product. might not be able to provide adequate protection. Never use oils, varnishes, solvent-based or abrasive Clean safety beltsonly with mild soap and cleaners, furniture polish or shoe polish on leather. lukewarm water.
Soiled or stained leather shouldbe cleaned - - . ~- ~~ -~ ~ -~ ~ ~~ ~~ __ ~= immediately. If dirt is allowedto work into the finish, it can harm the leather.
6-43 Glass Clean the outsideof the windshield with GM Windshield Cleaner, BonAmi’ Powder (non-scratching Glass should be cleaned often. GM Glass Cleaner (GM glass cleaning powder),GM Part No. 1050011. The Part No. 1050427) or a liquid household glass cleaner windshield is clean if beads do not form whenyou rinse will remove normal tobacco smoke and dust films on it with water. interior glass. Grime from the windshieldwill stick to the wiper blades Don’t use abrasive cleaners on glass, because they may and affect their performance. Clean the blade by wiping cause scratches.Avoid placing decals onthe inside rear vigorously with a cloth soakedin full-strength windshield window, since they may have to be scrapedoff later. If washer solvent. Then rinse the blade with water. abrasive cleaners are used on the insideof the rear window, an electric defogger element may be damaged. Check the wiper blades and clean them as necessary; Any temporary license should not be attached across the replace blades that look worn. defogger grid. Weatherstrips Cleaning the Outsideof the Silicone grease on weatherstrips will make them last Windshield and Wiper Blades longer, seal better, and not stick or squeak. Apply silicone grease with a clean cloth at least every six If the windshield is not clear after using the windshield months. During very cold, damp weather more frequent washer, or if the wiper blade chatters when running, application may be required. (See “Recommended wax, sap or other material may be on the blade Fluids and Lubricants” in the Index.) or windshield.
6-44 Cleaning the Outsideof Cleaning Exterior Lamps/Lenses Your Oldsmobile Use lukewarm or cold water, a soft cloth andliquid a hand, dishor vehicle washing (mild detergent) soap to The paint finish on your vehicle provides beauty, depth clean exterior lamps and lenses. Follow instructions of color, gloss retention and durability. under “Washing Your Vehicle.’’ Washing Your Vehicle Finish Care The best way to preserve your vehicle’s finish is Occasional waxingor mild polishingof your to keep it clean by washingit often with lukewarm Oldsmobile by hand may be necessary to remove or cold water. residue from the paintfinish. You can get GM-approved Don’t wash your vehicle inthe direct raysof the sun. cleaning products from your retailer.(See “Appearance Don’t use strong soaps or chemical detergents. Use Care and Materials” in the Index.) liquid hand, dishor car waslung (mild detergent) soaps. Your Oldsmobile has a “basecoatlclearcoat” paintfinish. Don’t use cleaning agents thatare petroleum based,or The clearcoat gives more depth and gloss to the colored that contain acid or abrasives. All cleaning agents basecoat. Always use waxes and polishes that are should be flushed promptly and not allowed to dry on non-abrasive and madefor a basecoatlclearcoat the surface, or they could stain. Dry the finish with a paint finish. soft, clean chamois or an all-cotton towel to avoid surface scratches and water spotting. High pressurecar washes may cause water to enter I NOTICE: your vehicle. Machine compounding or aggressive polishing on a basecoatlclearcoat paintfinish may dull the finish or leave swirl marks.
6-45 Foreign materials such ascalcium chloride and other The surface of these wheels is similar to the painted salts, ice melting agents, roadoil and tar, tree sap, bird surface of your vehicle. Don’t use strong soaps, droppings, chemicalsfrom industrial chimneys,etc., can chemicals, abrasive polishes, abrasive cleanersor damage your vehicle’s finishif they remain on painted abrasive cleaning brusheson them because you could surfaces. Wash the vehicle as soon as possible.If damage the surface. necessary, use non-abrasive cleaners that are marked Don’t take your vehicle through an automatic car wash safe for painted surfaces to remove foreign matter. that has silicon carbide tire cleaning brushes. These Exterior painted surfaces are subject to aging, weather brushes can also damagethe surface of these wheels. and chemical fallout that can take their toll over a period of years. You can help to keep the paint finish looking Tires new by keeping your Oldsmobile garaged or covered To clean your tires, use a stiff brush with a tire cleaner. whenever possible. Aluminum Wheels (If Equipped) I NOTICE: Keep your wheels clean using a soft clean cloth with mild soap and water. Rinse with clean water. After When applying a tire dressing always take care to rinsing thoroughly, dry with a soft clean towel. A wax wipe off any overspray or splash from all painted may then be applied. surfaces on the body or wheels of the vehicle. Petroleum-based products may damage the paint finish.
6-46 Sheet Metal Damage At least every spring,flush these materialsfrom the underbody with plain water. Clean any areas where mud If your vehicleis damaged and requires sheet metal and other debris can collect.Dirt packed in closed areas repair or replacement, make surethe body repair shop of the frme should be loosened before being flushed. applies anti-corrosion material tothe parts repaired or Your retailer or an underbody car washing systemcan replaced to restore corrosion protection. do this for you. Finish Damage Chemical Paint Spotting Any stone chips, fractures or deep scratches in the finish Some weather and atmospheric conditions can create a should be repairedright away. Bare metal will corrode chemical fallout. Airborne pollutants canfall upon and quickly and may developinto a major repair expense. attack painted surfaces on your vehicle. This damage Minor chips and scratches can be repaired with touch-up can take two forms: blotchy, ringlet-shaped materials availablefrom your retaileror other service discolorations, and small irregular dark spots etched into outlets. Larger areasof finish damage can be corrected the paint surface. in your retailer’s body and paint shop. Although no defectin the paint job causes this, Oldsmobile will repair,at no charge to the owner, the Underbody Maintenance surfaces of new vehicles damaged by this fallout Chemicals used for ice and snow removal and dust control condition within 12 months or 12,000 miles (20 000 km) can collect on the underbody.If these are not removed, of purchase, whichever occurs first. accelerated corrosion (rust) can occur on the underbody parts such as fuel lines, frame, floor pan and exhaust system even though they have corrosion protection.
6-47 Appearance Care Materials Chart Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) Service Parts Identification Label You’ll find this labelon the bottom of your spare tire cover. It’s very helpfblif you ever need to order parts. On this labelis: your VIN, ENGINE A7f ASSEMBLY the model designation, C ODE MODELCODE PLANT YEAR 0 paint information and a list of all production options and special This is the legal identifier for your Oldsmobile.It appears equipment. on a plate in the front cornerof the instrument panel, on the driver’s side.You can see itif you look through the Be sure that this label is not removedfrom the vehicle. windshield from outside your vehicle. TheVIN also appears on the Vehicle Certification and SerViceParts labels and the certificates of title and registration. Engine Identification The 8th characterin your VIN is theengine code. This code willhelp you identify your engine, specifications and replacement parts.
6-49 Electrical System Headlamp Wiring Add-on Electrical Equipment The headlamp wiring is protected by fuses, onefor each headlamp, in the fuse block. An electrical overload will cause the lamps toturn off. If this happens. have your I NOTICE: headlamp wiring checked right away. Windshield Wipers Don’t add anything electrical to your Oldsmobile unless you check with your retailer first. Some The windshield wiper motoris protected by an internal circuit breaker and a fuse.If the motor overheatsdue to electrical equipment can damage your vehicle heavy snow, etc., the wiper will stop until the motor and the damage wouldn’t be covered by your cools. If the overload is caused by some electrical warranty. Some add-on electrical equipment can problem and not snow, etc., be sure to it get .fixed. keep other components from working as they should. Power Windows and Other Power Options Circuit breakers in the fuse block protect the power Your vehicle has an air bag system. Before attempting to windows and other power accessories. When the current add anything electrical to your Oldsmobile, see load is tooheavy, the circuit breaker opens and closes, “Servicing Your Air Bag-Equipped Oldsmobile” protecting the circuit until the problem is fixed or in the Index. goes away.
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.. Fuses and Circuit Breakers Instrument Panel FuseBlock The wiring circuitsin your vehicle are protectedfrom The instrument panelfuse short circuits by a combinationof fuses, circuit breakers blocks are located at each and fusible thermal linksin the wiring itself.This end of the instrument panel. greatly reduces the chanceof fires caused by To access the fuses, open electrical problems. the fuse panel door by Look at the silver-colored band inside thefuse. If the pulling out. band is brokenor melted, replacethe fuse. Be sure you To replace the door, insert replace a badfuse with a new one ofthe identical size the hooks atthe front end and rating. first, then push the door in If you ever have a problem onthe road and don’t have a to the instrument panel to spare fuse, you can borrow one that has the same secure it. amperage. Just pick featurea of your vehicle that you can get along without-- like the radio or cigarette lighter -- and use its fuse, ifit is the correct amperage. Replace it as soon as you can. Also, there are spare fuses in the left side instrument panel fuse block door. There are threefuse blocks in your vehicle: two instrument panelfuse blocks and the engine compartment fuse block. Instrument Panel Fuse Block- Left Fuse Usage In theleft instrument panel fuse block, there are spare G) Body Function Control Module fuses and a fuse puller. H) Powertrain Control Module P- J) Door Locks K) Body Function Control Module, Cluster STOP LPS Stoplamps HAZARD LPS Hazard Lamps
MICRO RELAY IPCENAC Cluster, Climate Control I DR UNLOCK I \ OK BATT
DR LOCK DRIVERS MICRO RELAY Remote Trunk Release DR UNLOCK TRUNK REL CIRCUIT BRKR Power Seats PWR SEATS Usage MICRO RELAY Door Locks Radio DR UNLOCK Wipers MICRO RELAY Door Locks DR LOCK Trunk Release and Remote Lock Control MICRO RELAY Not Used DRIVERS DR Turn Signals UNLOCK Power Mirrors Air Bag 6-52 Instrument Panel FuseBlock - Right Usage Cruise Control Fog Lamps SEE OTHER END CAP FOR FUSE PULLER AND SPARE FUSES Interior Lamps,Body Function Control Module A. INST LPS B. CRUISE SW C. HVAC BLOWER D. CRUISE Radio E. FOG LPS F. INT LPS CIRCUIT G. RDO BAlT Sunroof H. SUNROOF 0 Power Windows MICRO E n FOGLPS 0 MICRO RELAY Fog Lamps FOG LPS
Usage Instrument Panel Lights, Dimmer Cruise Control Climate Control System
6-53 Engine Compartment FuseBlock Fnn
Fuse Usage Maxi-Fuses The engine compartmentfuse block is located on the driver's side of the engine compartment, near the air 1) Ignition Switch cleaner. 2) Left-Hand Electrical Center-Power Seats, Power Mirrors, Door Locks,Trunk Release and Remote Lock Control 3) Left-Hand Electrical Center-Stoplamps, Hazard Lamps, Body Function Control Module, Cluster, Climate Control System 6-54 Fuse Usage Usage Maxi-Fuses 4) Right-hand Electrical Center-Fog Air Conditioning Compressor Lamps, Radio, Body Function Not Used Control Module, Interior Lamps Fuel Pump Ignition Switch Automatic Light Control Not Used Automatic Light Control Anti-Lock Brakes Horn Cooling Fans Daytime Running Lamps
Rear Defog Spare Fuses Not Used Rear Defog Anti-Lock Brakes Accessory Power Outlets, Cooling Fan Cigar Lighter HVAC Blower (Climate Control) 35) Anti-Lock Brakes Cooling Fans 36) Anti-Lock Brakes Cooling Fans 37) Air Conditioning Compressor, Body Function Control Module Automatic Transaxle Fuse Usage Fuse Usage Mini-Fuses Mini-Fuses 39) Powertrain Control 47) Canister Purge Valve, Powertrain Module, Ignition Control Module, ExhaustGas 40) Anti-Lock Brakes Recirculation, Heated 02 Sensor Fuel Pump, Injectors 41) Ignition System Generator 42) Back-up Lamps, Brake-Transaxle Shift Interlock Right-Hand Headlamp 43) Horn Left-Hand Headlamp 44) Powertrain Control Module Cooling Fan Parking Lamps WAC Blower (Climate Control) Rear Defog, Daytime Running Fuse Pullerfor Mini-Fuses Lamps, Climate Control System Tach Test Pointfor Diagnostic Testing
6-56 Replacement Bulbs Capacities and Specificatio,ns O utside Lamps Outside Bulb Engine Crankcase ...... 4.5 quarts (4.3 L) High-BeamHeadlamp ...... 9005 Cooling System ...... 13.6 quarts (12.9 L) Low-BeamHeadlamp ...... 9006 Refrigerant, Air Conditioning .....See refrigerant Front Park/Turn ...... 3 157 NA charge label under the hood. Back-up ...... 3057 Fuel Tank ...... _ 15.2 gallons (57.5 L) RearTurn Signal ...... 3357 Tire Pressures, Sizes ...... See Tire-Loading Information labelon the driver’s Center High Mounted Stop Lamp (CHMSL) ... 921 side rear passenger door. TaiUStoplarnp ...... 3057 Wheel Nut Torque ...... 100 lb-ft (140 N-m) Inside Lamps Bulb Lamps Inside Dome ...... 561 NOTE: All capacities are approximate. When adding, be sure to fill to the appropriate level oras recommended in this manual. See “Recommended Fluids and Lubricants”in the Index.
6-57 ’ 3100 EngineSpecifications Normal Maintenance VIN Engine Code ...... M Replacement Parts Type ...... V6 Air Cleaner Element ...... AC Type A- 1279C Displacement ...... 3.1 Liters Engine Oil Filter ...... AC Type PF-47 Firing Order ...... 1-2-3-4-5-6 Spark Plugs ..... AC Type 041-940 (Platinum Plug) Horsepower ...... 155 Gap: 0.060 inch (1.52 mm) Thermostat Temperature ...... 195°F (91°C) Windshield Wiper Blades Driver’s Side ...... 22 inches (56 cm) Air Conditioning Refrigerants Passenger’s Side ...... 19 inches (48 cm) Not all air conditioning refrigerants are the same. If the air conditioning systemin your vehicle needs Dimensions
refrigerant, be sure the proper refrigerant is used. Length ...... I ...... 192 inches (487.8 cm) If you’re not sure, ask your Oldsmobile retailer. Width ...... 69.4 inches (176.3 cm) Height ...... 56.4 inches (143.2 cm) Wheelbase ...... 107 inches (27 1.9 crn) Front Tread ...... 59 inches (149.9 cm) Rear Tread ...... 59.3 inches (150s cm) 6-59 & NOTES Section 7 MaintenanceSchedule
This section coversthe maintenance requiredfor your Oldsmobile.Your vehicle needs these services to retainits safety, dependability and emissioncontrol performance.
7-2Introduction to Your MaintenanceSchedule 7-37 Owner Checks at Each Fuel Fill-up 7-2 Your Vehicleand the Environment 7-37 What to Check at Least Once a Month 7-3 How thisSection is Organized 7-38 What to Checkat Least Twice a Year 7-4Using Your MaintenanceSchedule 7-38 What to Check at Least OnceYear a 7-4 Selecting the RightSchedule for YourVehicle 7-41 Periodic Maintenance Inspections 7-5 Short Trip/CityDefinition 7-42 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants 7-5 ShortTrip/City Intervals 7-43 Tips for Keeping Trackof Maintenance 7-6Long Trip/Highway Definition 7-43 A Place to Record Maintenance Procedures 7-6Long Trip/Highway Intervals
7-1 Introduction Your Vehicle and the Environment Proper vehicle maintenance not only helps to keep your -EVEL AND CHANGE AS RECOMMENDED vehicle in good working condition, but also helps the environment. All recommended maintenance procedures are important. 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 our Protection environment, and to keep your vehicle in good Plan condition, please maintainyour vehicle properly.
Have you purchased the GM Protection Plan? The Plan supplements your new vehicle warranties. Seeyour Warranty and OwnerAssistance booklet, or your Oldsmobile retailerfor details. How This Section is Organized “Part B: Owner Checks and Services”tells you what should be checked and when. also It explains The remainder of this section is divided intofive parts: what you can easily do to help keep your vehicle in “Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services’’shows good condition. what to havedone and how often. Someof these “Part C: Periodic Maintenance Inspections”explains services can be complex,so unless you are technically important inspections that your Oldsmobile retailer’s qualified and havethe necessary equipment, you should service department or another qualified service center let your retailer’s service department or another should perform. qualified service ce-%r do thesejobs. “Part D: Recommended Fluids and Lubricants”lists some productsGM recommends to help keep your vehicle properly maintained. These products, or their equivalents, shouldbe used whether you do the work yourself or haveit done. Performing maintenance work on a vehicle can be dangerous.In trying todo some jobs, you can “Part E: Maintenance Record” provides a placefor be seriously injured.Do your own maintenance you to record the maintenance performedon your work only if you have the required know-how vehicle. Whenever any maintenanceis performed, be sure to writeit down in this part. This will help you and the proper tools and equipment for job. the determine when your next maintenance should be done. If you have any doubt, have a qualified In addition, it is a good idea to keep your maintenance technician do the work. receipts. They may be needed to qualify your vehiclefor warranty repairs. If you are skilled enough todo some work on your vehicle, you will probably wantto get the service information GM publishes. See “Service and Owner Publications” inthe Index.
7-3 Part A: Scheduled Maintenance The proper fluids and lubricants to use are listedin Part D. Make sure whoever services your vehicle uses these.All Services parts should be replaced and all necessary repairs done Using Your Maintenance Schedule before you or anyone else drives the vehicle. We at General Motors want to helpyou keep your These schedules arefor vehicles that: vehicle in good working condition. But we don’t know carry passengers and cargo within recommended exactly how you’ll driveit. You may drive very short limits. You will find these limits on your vehicle’s distances only a few times a week. Or you may drive Tire-Loading Information label. See “Loading Your long distances all the timein very hot, dusty weather. Vehicle” in the Index. You may use your vehiclein making deliveries. Or are driven on reasonable road surfaces within legal you may drive it to work, todo errands or in many driving limits. other ways. use the recommended fuel. See “Fuel’’ in the Index. Because of all the different ways people use theirGM vehicles, maintenance needs vary.You may even need Selecting the Right Schedule more frequent checks and replacements than you’ll find in the schedulesin this section. So please read this First you’ll need to decide whichof the two schedulesis section and note how you drive. If you have any right for your vehicle. Here’s how to decide which questions on how to keep your vehicle in good schedule to follow: condition, see your Oldsmobile retailer. This part tells you the maintenance servicesyou should have done and when you should schedule them. If you go to your retailer for your service needs, you’ll know that GM-trained and supported service people will perform the work using genuine GM parts. Maintenance Schedule
Short Trip/City Definition Short Trip/City Intervals
Follow the Short Trip/City MaintenanceSchedule if any Every 3,000 Miles (5 000 km): Engine Oil and Filter one of these conditionsis true for your vehicle: Change (or 3 months, whichever occurs first). Most trips are less than 5 to 10 miles (8 to 16 km). Every 6,000 Miles(10 000 km): Tire Rotation. This is particularly important when outside Every 15,000 Miles(25 000 Air Cleaner Filter temperatures are below freezing. km): Inspection, if driving in dusty conditions. 0 Most trips include extensive idling (suchas frequent Every 30,000 Miles (50 000 km): Air Cleaner Filter driving in stop-and-go traffic). Replacement. Fuel Tank, Cap and Lines Inspection. Most trips are through dusty areas. Every 50,000 Miles (83 000 km): Automatic Transaxle 0 You frequently tow a trailer or usea carrier on top of Service (severe conditions only). your vehicle. Every 60,000 Miles(100 000 km): Engine Accessory 0 If the vehicle is used for delivery service, police,taxi Drive Belt Inspection. or other commercial application. Every 100,000 Miles (166000 km): Spark Plug Wire One of the reasons you should follow this schedule if Inspection. Spark Plug Replacement. you operate your vehicle under any of these conditions Every 150,000 Miles (240 000 km): Cooling System is that these conditions cause engine oil to break Service (or every60 months, whichever occursfirst). down sooner These intervals only summarize maintenance services. Be sure to followthe complete maintenance schedule on the following pages. Maintenance Schedule
Follow this maintenance schedule only if none of the Every 7,500 Miles (12 500 km): Engine Oil and Filter conditions fromthe Short TripKity Maintenance Change (or every 12 months, whichever occursfist). Schedule is true. Do not usethis schedule if the vehicle Tire Rotation. is used for trailer towing, drivenin a dusty area or used Every 30,000 Miles (50 000 km): Air Cleaner Filter off paved roads. Use the ShortTripKity schedule for Replacement. Fuel Tank, Cap and Lines Inspection. these conditions. Every 50,000 Miles (83 000 km): Automatic Transaxle Driving a vehicle with a filly warmed engine under Service (severe conditions only). highway conditions causes engine oil to break down slowel: Every 60,000 Miles (100 000 km): Engine Accessory Drive Belt Inspection. Every 100,000 Miles (166000 km): Spark Plug Wire Inspection. Spark Plug Replacement. Every 150,000 Miles (240 000 km): Cooling System Service (or every60 months, whichever occursfirst). These intervals only summarize maintenance services. Be sure to follow the complete maintenance schedule on the following pages. Short TripKity Maintenance Schedule 3,000 Miles (5 000 km) 0Change engine oil andfilter (or every 3 months, whichever occursfirst). An Emission Control Sewice.
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7-7 9,000 Miles (15 000 km) 0Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service.
DATEACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY: 1 Short TripKity Maintenance Schedule I 12,000 Miles (20 000 km) 15,000 Miles (25 000 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 17 Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occursfirst). 3 months, whichever occursfirst). An Emission Control Service. An Emission Control Service. 0Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and 0Inspect air cleaner filter if you are Rotation” in the Index for proper rotation driving in dusty conditions. Replace pattern and additional inforrnation. filter if necessary. (See footnote +.) An Emission Control Service. (See footnote’f.)
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7-9 1 I ShortTripKity Maintenance Schedule I I I I 18,000 Miles (30 000 km) 21,000 Miles (35 000 km) Change engineoil and filter (or every Change engineoil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. An Emission Control Service. 0Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation” in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote+.)
DATEACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY: DATEACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY: I Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule I 24,000 Miles (40 000 km) 27,000 Miles (45 000 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 0Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occursfirst). 3 months, whichever occursfirst). An Emission Control Service. An Emission Control Service. 0 Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation” in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.)
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n 44 I Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule I 30,000 Miles (50 000 km) 33,000 Miles (55 000 km) 0Change engine oil and filter (or every Change engine oil andfilter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. An Emission Control Sewice. 17 Replace air cleaner filter. An Emission Control Service. 0Inspect fuel tank, cap andlines for damage or leaks. Inspectfuel cap gasket for any darnage. Replace parts as needed. An Emission Contro-l Sewice. (See footnote?.) 0Rotate tires-. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation’’ in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote+.) ACTUAL MILEAGE smvrcm BY: DATEACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY:
I I I I I Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule I 36,000 Miles (60 000 km) 39,000 Miles (65 000 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 0Change engineoil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occursfirst). 3 months, whichever occursfirst). An Emission Control Sewice. An Emission Control Sewice. Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation” in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.)
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I 42,000 Miles (70 000 km) 45,000 Miles (75 000 km) 0Change engineoil and filter (or every 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occursfirst). 3 months, whichever occursfirst). An Emission Control Service. An Emission Control Service. 0Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and 0Inspect air cleanerfilter if you are Rotation” in the Indexfor proper rotation driving in dusty conditions. Replace pattern and additional information. filter if necess-ary. (See footnote +.) An Emission Control Service. (See footnote?.)
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7-14 I Short TripKity Maintenance Schedule I 48,000 Miles (80 000 km) 50,000 Miles (83 000 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every Cl Change automatic transaxle fluid andfilter 3 months, whichever occursfirst). if the vehicleis mainly driven under one or An Emission Control Service. more of these conditions: 0Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and - In heavy city traffic where the outside Rotation” in the Index for proper rotation temperature regularly reaches90 OF pattern and additional information. (32 O C) or higher. (See footnote +.) - In hilly or mountainous terrain. - When doing frequent trailer towing. - Uses such as found in taxi, police or delivery service. If you do not use your vehicleunder any of these conditions, thefluid andjilter do not require changing.
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I 7-15 I 1 1 Short Trip/City M’aintenance Schedule I 51,000 Miles (85 000 km) 54,000 Miles (90 000 km) 0Change engineoil and filter (or every 0 Change engineoil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occursfirst). 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. An Emission Control Service. 0Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation’’ in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.)
DATEACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY: DATEACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY: I Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule 1 57,000 Miles (95 000 km) 60,000 Miles (100 000 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occursfirst). 3 months, whichever occursfirst). An Emission Control Service. An Emission Control Service. 0Inspect engine accessory drive belt. An Emission Control Service. 0Replace air cleaner filter. An Emission Control Service. 0Inspect fuel tank, cap and linesfor damage or leaks. Inspect fuel cap gasketfor any damage. Replace parts as needed. An Emission Control Service. (See footnote?.) (Continued)
DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY: I 1 I Short TriplCity Maintenance Schedule I
60,000 Miles (100 000 km) (Continued) 63,000 Miles (105 000 km) Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and 0 Change engineoil and filter (or every Rotation’’ in the Index for proper rotation 3 months, whicheveroccurs first). pattern and additional information. An Emission Control Service. (See footnote +.)
ACTUALMILEAGE SERVICED BY: DATEACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY: I Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule I 66,000 Miles (110 000 km) 69,000 Miles (115 000 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occursfirst). 3 months, whichever occursfirst). An Emission Control Service. An Emission Control Service. 0Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation’’ in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.)
DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY: I DATE I ACTUALMILEAGE SERVICED BY:^ I Short TripKity Maintenance Schedule I 72,000 Miles (120 000 kt) 75,000 Miles (125 000 km) 0Change engine oil and filter (or every 0Change engineoil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission ControlService. An Emission ControlService. 0Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and 0Inspect air cleanerfilter if you are Rotation” in the Indexfor proper rotation driving in dusty conditions. Replace pattern and additional information. filter if necessary. (See footnote +.) An Emission ControlService. (See footnote.%.)
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~ ~~ - ~~ .. I Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule I 78,000 Miles(130 000 km) 81,000 Miles(135 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occursfirst). 3 months, whichever occursfirst). An Emission Control Service. An Emission Control Service, 0Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation” in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.)
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~ I ShortTrip/City Maintenance Schedule I I I 84,000 Miles (140 000 km) 87,000 Miles (145 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every Change engine oil andfilter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). 3 months, whichever occursfirst). An Emission Control Service. An Emission Control Service. Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation” in the Indexfor proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.)
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7-22 I Short TripKity Maintenance Schedule I 90,000 Miles (150 000 km) 0Change engine oil and filter (or every 0Rotate tires. See "Tire Inspection and 3 months, whichever occursfirst). Rotation" in the Indexfor proper rotation An Emission Control Service. pattern and additional information. Replace air cleaner filter. (See footnote +.) An Emission Control Service. Inspect fuel tank, cap and lines for damage or leaks. Inspectfuel cap gasketfor any damage. Replace partsas needed. An Emission Control Service. (See footnote"f)
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7-23 1 Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule I 93,000 Miles (155 000 km) 96,000 Miles (160 000 km) 0 Change engineoil and filter (or every 0Change engineoil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. An Emission Control Service. 0Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation” in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.)
DATEACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY: DATEACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY: I Short TripKity Maintenance Schedule I 99,000 Miles (165 000 km) 100,000 Miles (166 000 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 0Inspect spark plug wires 3 months, whichever occursfirst). An Emission Control Service. An Emission Control Service. 0Replace spark plugs. An Emission Control Service. 0 Change automatic transaxlefluid and filter if the vehicleis mainly driven under one or more of these conditions: - In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches90 OF (32°C) or higher. (Continued)
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7-25 ~ I ShortTripKity Maintenance Schedule I 100,000 Miles (166 000 km) (Continued) 150,000 Miles (240 000 km) - In hilly or mountainous terrain, Drain, flush and refill cooling system - When doing frequent trailer towing. (or every 60 months since last service, whichever occurs first). See “Engine - Uses such as foundin taxi, police or Coolant’’ inthe Index for what to use. delivery service. Inspect hoses. Clean radiator, condenser, If you do not use your vehicle under any of pressure cap and neck. Pressure test these conditions, the fZuid and filter donot cooling system and pressure cap. require changing. An Emission Control Service.
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7-26 7,500 Miles (12 500 km) The services shownin this schedule up to100,000 miles 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every (166 000 km) should be performed after 100,000 miles 12 months, whichever occursfirst). (166 000 km) at the same intervals.The services shown An Emission Control Service. at 150,000 miles(240 000 km) should be perforrned at the same interval after 150,000 miles(240 000 km). 0Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and See “Owner Checks and Services” and “Periodic Rotation” in the Index for proper rotation Maintenance Inspections” following. pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.) Footnotes The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency orthe California Air Resources Board has determined that the failure to perform this maintenance item will not nullify the emission warranty or limit recall liability prior to the completion of the vehicle’s useful life. We, however, urge that all recommended maintenance services be performed at the indicated intervals and the maintenance be recorded. DATE SERVICEDACTUAL MILEAGE BY: + A good time to check your brakesis during tire rotation. See “Brake System Inspection” under “Periodic Maintenance Inspections”in Part C of this schedule.
n an 15,000 Miles (25 000 km) 22,500 Miles (37 500 km) 0Change engineoil and filter (or every 0Change engineoil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occursfirst). 12 months, whichever occursfirst). An Emission Control Service. An Emission Control Service. 17 Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and 0Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation” in the Index for proper rotation Rotation” in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information. pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.) (See footnote+.)
7-28 30,000 Miles (50 000 km) 37,500 Miles (62 500 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occursfirst). 12 months, whichever occursfirst). An Emission Control Service. An Emission Control Service. 0Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and 0Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation’’ in the Indexfor proper rotation Rotation” in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additionalinfomation. pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.) (See footnote +.) Replace air cleaner filter. An Emission Control Service. 0Inspect 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?.) 1 I DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY: DATEACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY:
1 7-29 45,000 Miles (75 000 km) 50,000 Miles (83 000 km) El Change engineoil and filter (or every 0Change automatic transaxle fluid andfilter 12 months, whichever occursfirst). if the vehicleis mainly driven under oneor An Emission Control Service. more of these conditions: Rotate tires. See "Tire Inspection and - In heavy city traffic where the outside Rotation" in the Index for proper rotation temperature regularly reaches90 OF pattern and additional information. (32"C) or higher. (See footnote +.) - In hilly or .mountainous terrain. - When doing frequent trailer towing. - Uses such as foundin taxi, police or delivery service. If you do not use your vehicle under anyof fhese conditions, thefluid and filter do not require changing.
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I 7 52,500 Miles (87 500 km) 60,000 Miles (100 000 km) 0Change engine oil and filter (or every 0Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occursfirst). 12 months, whichever occursfirst). An Emission Control Service. An Emission Control Service. 0Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation” in the Index for proper rotation Rotation” in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information. pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.) (See footnote +.) Inspect engine accessorydrive belt. An Emission Control Service. 0Replace air cleaner filter. An Emission Control Service. (Continued)
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7-31 Long Trip/Hirrhwav Maintenance Schedule
I 60,000 Miles (100 000 km) (Continued) 67,500 Miles (112 500 km) 0Inspect fuel tank, cap and lines for damage 0 Change engineoil and filter (or every or leaks. Inspect fuel cap gasket for any 12 months, whichever occurs first). damage. Replaceparts as needed. An Emission Control Service. An Emission Control Service. (See footnote?.) 0Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation’’ in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.)
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7-32 I I 75,000 Miles (125 000 km) 82,500 Miles (137 500 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 0 Change engineoil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occursfirst). 12 months, whichever occursfirst). An Emission Control Service. An Emission Control Service. 0Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and 0Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation” in the Indexfor proper rotation Rotation” in the Indexfor proper rotation pattern and additionalinfomation. pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.) (See footnote +.)
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I I I I 7-33 90,000 Miles (150 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and 12 months, whichever occurs first). Rotation” in the Index for proper rotation An Emission Control Service. pattern and additional information. 0Replace air cleaner filter. (See footnote +.) An Emission Control Service. Inspect fuel tank, cap and linesfor damage or leaks. Inspectfuel cap gasket forany damage. Replace parts as needed. An Emission Control Service. (See footnote?.)
DATEACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY: 97,500 Miles (162 500 km) 100,000 Miles (166 000 km) (Continued) 150,000 Miles (240 000 km) - In hilly or mountainous terrain. Drain, flush andrefill cooling system - When doing frequenttrailer towing. (or every 60 months since last service, whichever occurs first).See “Engine - Uses such as found in taxi, police or delivery service. Coolant” in the Indexfor what to use. Inspect hoses. Clean radiator, condenser, If you donot use your vehicle under anyof pressure cap and neck. Pressure test these conditions, the fluid and filter donot the cooling system and pressure cap. require changing. An Emission Control Service.
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7-56 7 Part B: Owner Checks and Services Windshield Washer Fluid Level Check Listed below are owner checks and services which Check the windshield washer fluidlevel in the should be performed at the intervals specifiedto help windshield washer tank and add the properfluid if ensure the safety, dependability and emission control necessary. See “Windshield Washer Fluid” inthe Index performance of your vehicle. for further details. Be sure any necessary repairs are completed at once. At Least Once a Month Whenever any fluids or lubricants are added to your vehicle, make sure they are the proper ones,as shown Tire Inflation Check in Part D. Make sure tires are inflatedto the correct pressures. See At Each Fuel Fill “Tires” in the Indexfor further details. It isimportant for you or a service station attendant to Cassette Deck Service peform these underhood checks at eachfuelfill. Clean cassette deck. Cleaning should be done every Engine Oil Level Check 50 hours of tape play. See “Audio Systems” in the Index for further details. Check the engine oil level and addthe proper oil if necessary. See “Engine Oil” in the Indexfor further details. Engine Coolant Level Check Check the engine coolant level and add the proper coolant mix if necessary.See “Engine Coolant”in the Index for further details. At Least Twicea Year At Least Once a Year Restraint System Check Key Lock Cylinders Service Make surethe safety belt reminder light and all your Lubricate-thekey lock cylinders with the lubricant belts, buckles, latch plates, retractors and anchoragesare specified in Part D. working properly. Lookfor any otherloose or damaged safety belt system parts. you If see anything that might Body Lubrication Service keep a safety belt systemfkom doing its job, have it Lubricate all body door hinges and latches, including repaired. Have any torn €rayedor safety belts replaced. those for the hood and trunk lid.Part D tells you what to Also look for any openedor broken air bag coverings, use. More frequent lubrication may be required when and have them repairedor replaced. (The air bag system exposed to a corrosive environment. does not need regular maintenance.) Wiper Blade Check Inspect wiper bladesfor wear or cracking. Replace blade inserts that appear worn or damaged or that streakor miss areas of the windshield. Also see “Wiper Blades, Cleaning” in the Index. Starter Switch Check Brake-Transaxle Shift Interlock(BTSI) Check c I When you are doing this check, the vehicle could When you are doing this check, the vehicle could move suddenly. If it does, you or others could be move suddenly. If it does, you or others could be injured. Follow the stepsbelow. injured. Follow the steps below.
1. Before you start, be sure you have enough room 1. Before you start, be sure you have enough room around the vehicle. around the vehicle. It should be parked on a 2. Firrnly applyboth the parking brake (see “Parking level surface. Brake” in the Index if necessary) and the regular brake. 2. Firrnly apply the parking brake (see “Parking Brake” NOTE: Do not use the accelerator pedal, and be in the Index if necessary). ready to turn off the engine immediately ifit starts. NOTE: Be ready to applythe regular brake 3. Try to start the engine in each gear. The starter immediately ifthe vehicle begins to move. should work onlyin PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N). 3. With the engine off, turn the key to the ON position, If the starter worksin any other position, your but don’t start the engine. Without applying the regular vehicle needs service. brake, ‘uy to move theshift lever out of PARK (P) with normal effort.If the shift lever moves out of PARK (P), your vehicle’s BTSI needs service.
7-39 Ignition Transaxle Lock Check Park on a fairly steephill, with the vehicle facing While parked, and with the parking brake set, try to turn downhill. Keeping your foot on the regular brake, set the the ignition key to OFF in each shift lever position. parking brake. The key should turn to OFF only when the shift lever To check the parking brake’s holding ability: With is in PARK (P). the engine running and transaxle NEUTRAL in (N), slowly remove foot pressure from the regular brake On all vehicles, the key should come out onlyin OFF. pedal. Do this until the vehicle is held by the parking brake only. Parking Brake and AutomaticTransaxle PARK (P) MecT m .-,’leck To check the PARK (P) mechanism’s holding ability: With the engine running, shift toPARK (P). Then release all brakes. Underbody FlushingService At least every spring, use plain water to flush any When you are doing thischeck, your vehicle corrosive materials from the underbody. Take care to could begin to move. You or others could be clean thoroughly any areas where mud and other debris injured and propertycould be damaged.Make can collect. sure thereis room in front of your vehicle in case it begins to roll. Be ready toapply the regular brake at once should the vehicle begin to move.
7-40 Part C: Periodic Maintenance connections or other conditionswhch could cause a heat build-up in the floor pan or couldlet exhaust fumes into Inspections the vehicle. See “Engine Exhaust” in the Index. Listed below are inspections and servlces which should be performed at least twicea year (for instance, each spring Radiator and Heater Hose Inspection and fall). You should let your GM retailer’s service Inspect the hoses and have them replacedif they are department or other qualified service center do these jobs. cracked, swollen or deteriorated. Inspect all pipes, Make sure any necessary repairs are completed at once. fittings and clamps; replaceas needed. Proper proceduresto perform these servicesmay be found in a GM service manual. See “Service and Owner Throttle Linkage Inspection Publications” in the Index. Inspect the throttle linkagefor interference or binding, and for damaged or missing parts. Replace parts as Steering, Suspension and Front Drive Axle needed. Replace any cables that have high effortor Boot and Seal Inspection excessive wear. Do not lubricate accelerator and cruise Inspect the front and rear suspension and steering control cables. system for damaged, loose or missing parts, signsof Brake System Inspection wear or lackof lubrication. Inspect the power steering lines and hoses for proper hook-up, binding, leaks, Inspect the complete system. Inspect brakelines and cracks, chafing,etc. Clean and then inspect the drive hoses for proper hook-up, binding, leaks, cracks, axle boot seals for damage, tearsor leakage. Replace chafing, etc. Inspect disc brake padsfor wear and rotors seals if necessary. for surface condition.Also inspect drum brake linings for wear and cracks. Inspect other brake parts, including Exhaust System Inspection drums, wheel cylinders, calipers, parking brake, etc. The Inspect the complete exhaust system. Inspect the body near parking brake is self-adjusting and no manual the exhaust system.Look for broken, damaged, missing or adjustment is required. You may need to have your out-of-position parts well open seams, holes, loose brakes inspected more oftenif your driving habits or as as conditions resultin frequent braking. 7-41 Part D: Recommended Fluids and USAGE FLUIDLUBRICANT Lubricants Power Steering GM Power Steering Fluid(GM NOTE: Fluids and lubricants identified below by name, System Part No. 1052884 - 1 pint, part number or specification may be obtained from your 1050017 - 1 quart, or equivalent). GM retailer. Automatic DEXRON@-III Automatic Transaxle Transmission Fluid. USAGE FLUIDLUBRICANT Key Lock Multi-Puose lubricant, Engine Oil Engine oil with the American Cylinders Superlube% (GM Part Petroleum Institute Certified For No. 12346241 or equivalent). Gasoline Engines “Starburst” symbol of the proper viscosity.To Windshield GM Optikleen@) Washer Solvent determine the preferred viscosity Washer Solvent (GM Part No. 1051515) for your vehicle’s engine, see or equivalent.
“Engine Oil“ in theIndex, ~ Hood Latch Lubriplate lubricant aerosol (GM ~~ Engine Coolant 50/50 mixtureof clean water Assembly, Part No. 12346293 or equivalent) (preferably distilled) and use only Pivots, Spring or lubricant meeting requirements GM Goodwrench@ DEX-COOLRul Anchor and of NLGI # 2, Category LB
or Havoline@ DEX-COOLTM Release Pawl or GC-LB. coolant. See “Engine Coolant”in Hood and Door Multi-puose lubricant, the Index. Hinges Superlube% (GM Part Hydraulic Brake Delco Supreme11@ Brake Fluid No. 12346241 or equivalent). System (GM Part No. 12377967 or Weatherstrip Dielectric Silicone Grease (GM equivalent DOT-3 brake fluid). Conditioning Part No. 12345579 or equivalent). See “ReplacementParts” in the Index for recommended replacement filters and spark plugs. 7-42 Part E: Maintenance Record After the scheduled servicesare performed, recordthe Services” or “Periodic Maintenance”can be added on date, odometer reading and who performedthe service the following record pages.Also, you should retainall in the boxes provided afterthe maintenance interval. maintenance receipts.Your owner information portfolio Any additional information from “Owner Checks and is a convenient placeto store them.
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7-46 Section 8 Customer Assistance Information
Here you will find out how to contact Oldsmobile if you need assistance.This section also tells you how to obtain service publications andhow to report any safety defects.
8-2 Customer Satisfaction Procedure 8-8 Warranty Information 8-4 Customer Assistancefor Text Telephone 8-8 Reporting Safety Defects tothe United (TTY) Users States Government 8-5 Oldsmobile Roadside Assistance Program 8-9 Reporting Safety Defects tothe Features and Benefits Canadian Government 8-6 Courtesy Transportation 8-9 Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors 8-7 GM Participation in an Alternative Dispute 8-9 Ordering Service and Owner Publications Resolution Program in Canada Customer Satisfaction Procedure Oldsmobile retailers have the facilities, trained technicians and up-to-date information to promptly address any concerns you may have. However,if a concern has not been resolved to your complete satisfaction, takethe following steps: STEP ONE -- Discuss your concern with a memberof retail facility management. Normally, concerns can be quickly resolved at that level.I€ the matter has already been reviewed with the Sales, Service orParts Manager, contact the ownerof the retail facility or the General Manager. STEP TWO -- If after contactinga member of In the U.S. Virgin Islands: 1-800-496-9994 retail facility management, it appears your concern 0 In the Dominican Republic: 1-800-751-4135 cannot be resolvedby the retail facility withoutfurther (English) or 1-800-751-4136 (Spanish) help, contact the Oldsmobile Customer Assistance Network by calling 1-800-442-6537.In Canada, 0 In the Bahamas: 1-800-389-0009 contact GM of Canada Customer Communication In Bermuda, Barbados, Antigua and the British Centre in Oshawa by calling 1-800-263-3777 (English) Virgin Islands: 1-800-534-0122 or 1-800-263-7854 (French). In all other Caribbean countries:(809) 763- 13 15 For help outsideof the United States and Canada, call the following numbers as appropriate: In other overseas locations, call GM International Product Centerin Canada at: (905) 644-4112. In Mexico: (525) 625-3256 In Puerto Rico: 1-800-496-9992 (English) or 1-800-496-9993 (Spanish)
8-3 For prompt assistance, please have the following Refer to your Warranty and Owner Assistance information availableto give the Customer Information booklet for addresses of Assistance Representative: GM Overseas offices. 0 Your name, address, home and business When contacting Oldsmobile, please remember that telephone numbers your concern will likely be resolvedin the retail facility, Vehicle Identification Number (This is available using the retailer’s facilities, equipment and personnel. from the vehicle registrationor title, or the plate at That is why we suggest you followStep One first if you the top left of the instrument panel and visible have a concern. through the windshield.) Customer Assistance for Text 0 Retail facility name and location Telephone (TTY) Users 0 Vehicle delivery date and present mileage 0 Nature of concern To assist customers who are deaf, hardof hearing, or speech-impaired and who use Text Telephones (TTYs), We encourage you to call us so we can give your inquiry Oldsmobile has TTY equipment available itsat prompt attention. However,if you wish to write Customer Assistance Center. Any TTY user Oldsmobile, address your inquiry to: can communicate with Oldsmobile by dialing: Customer Assistance Representative 1-800-833-OLDS. (TTY users in Canada can dial Oldsmobile Central Office 1-800-263-3830.) 920 Townsend Street P.O. Box 30095 Lansing, MI 48909 In Canada, write to: General Motorsof Canada Limited Customer Communication Centre, 163-005 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa, Ontario L1H 8P7 8-4 Oldsmobile Roadside Assistance Program Features and Benefits
Who Is Covered? Oldsmabile Roadside Assistance coversall 1.997 Oldsmobile vehicles. Coverage is for the Oldsmobile vehicle,regardless of the driver, adis concurrent with the Bumperto Bumper wmanty period. Courtesy Transportation Some state insurance regulations makeit impractical to rent vehicles to people under21 years of age. If We’re here to help. That’s why whenever your you are under 21 and have difficulty renting a Oldsmobile is undergoing any Bumperto Bumper vehicle, Oldsmobile will reimburse up to $3O/day Warranty service, we’ll make sure you don’t end up for documented transportation you receive. Please stranded at the retail facility. It’s called Courtesy consult your retailerfor details. Transportation and it’s our wayto make sure you’re able to get out even when yourcar is in. For same-day For warranty repairs during the Complete Vehicle service, we’ll give you a one-way shuttleride of up to Coverage periodin the New Vehicle Limited Warranty, 10 miles. If your vehicle requires overnight warranty interim transportation may be available underthe repairs, we’ll provide a loaner car or reimburse you up Courtesy Transportation Program. Please consult your to $30 a day forthe cost of alternate transportation -- a retailer for details. The Roadside Assistance programis cab, a bus or even a rentalcar if necessary. Having your available onlyin the United States and Canada. car serviced is rarely convenient,, but with Courtesy Transportation, atleast you’ll be able to get whereyou need to go, whether it’s here,or there. GM Participation in an Alternative BBB AUTO LINEis an out-of-court program administered by the Better Business Bureau system to Dispute Resolution Program settle automotive disputes. This programis available This programis available in all 50 states andthe free of charge to customers who currently own or lease a District of Columbia. Canadian owners refer to your GM vehicle. Warranty and Owner Assistance Information bookletfor If you are not satisfied after following the Customer information onthe Canadian Motor Vehicle Arbitration Satisfaction Procedure, you may contact theBBB using Plan (CAMVAP). General Motors reservesthe right to the toll-free telephone number, or write them at the change eligibility limitations and/orto discontinue its following address: participation in this program. BBB AUTO LINE Both Oldsmobile and your Oldsmobile retailer are Council of Better Business Bureaus, Inc. committed to making sure you are completely satisfied 4200 Wilson Boulevard with your new vehicle.Our experience has shown that, if a Suite 800 situation arises where you feel your concern has not been Arlington, VA 22203- 1804 adequately addressed, the Customer Satisfaction Procedure described earlier in this section is very successful. Telephone: 1-800-955-5100 There may be instances wherean impartial third party To file a claim, you will be askedto provide your name can assist in arriving at a solution to a disagreement and address,your Vehicle Identification Number(VIN) regarding vehicle repairsor interpretation of the New and a statementof the natureof your complaint. Vehicle Limited Warranty.To assist in resolving these Eligibility is limited by vehicle age and mileage, and disagreements, Oldsmobile voluntarily participates in other factors. BBB AUTO LINE.
8-7 We prefer you utilize the Customer Satisfaction REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS Procedure before you resort to AUTOLINE, but you may contact the BBB at any time.The BBB will attempt TO THE UNITED STATES to resolvethe complaint serving as an intermediary.If GOVERNMENT this mediation is unsuccessful, an informal hearing will If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could be scheduled whereeligible customers may present their cause a crash or could cause injury or death, you should case to an impartial third-party arbitrator. immediately inform the National Highway Traffic The arbitrator will make a decision which you may Safety Administration (NHTSA),in addition to accept or reject. If you acceptthe decision, GM will be notifying General Motors. bound by that decision.The entire dispute resolution If NHTSA receives similar complaints,it may open an procedure should ordinarily take about40 days from the investigation, and ifit finds that a safety defect exists in time youfile a claim until a decisionis made. a groupof vehicles, it may order a recall and remedy Some state laws may require you to use this program campaign. However, NHTSA cannot become involved before filing a claim with a state-run arbitration programin individual problems between you, your retailer or or in the courts. For furtherinfomation, contact the General Motors. BBB at 1-800-955-5100 or the Oldsmobile Customer To contact NHTSA, you may either callthe Auto Safety Assistance Network at 1-800-442-6537. Hotline toll-free at 1-800-424-9393 (or 366-0123in Warranty Information the Washington, D.C. area) or write to: Your vehicle comes witha separate warranty booklet NHTSA, U.S. Department of Transportation that contains detailed warranty information. Washington, D.C. 20590 You can also obtain other information about motor vehicle safety from the Hotline. REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS In Canada, please call us at 1-800-263-3777 (English) TO THE CANADIAN or 1-800-263-7854 (French). Or, write: General Motorsof Canada Limited GOVERNMENT Customer Communication Centre If you live in Canada, and you believe that your vehicle 1908 ColonelSam Drive has a safety defect, you should immediately notify Oshawa, OntarioL1H 8P7 Transport Canada,in addition to notifying General Motors of Canada Limited.You may write to: Ordering Service and Owner Transport Canada Publications in Canada Box 8880 Service manuals, service bulletins, owner’s manuals and Ottawa, Ontario KlG 3J2 other service literature are availablefor purchase for all REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS current and past model GeneralMotors vehicles. The toll-free telephone numberfor ordering information TO GENERAL MOTORS in Canada is 1-800-668-5539. In addition to notifying NHTSA (or Transport Canada) in a situationlike this, we certainly hope you’ll notify us. Please call us at 1-800-442-6537 or write: Oldsmobile Customer Assistance Network P.O. Box 30095 Lansing, MI 48909
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ORDER TOLL FREE Orders willbe mailed within 10.days of receipt. Please allow ade uate time for postal (NOTE: For Credit Card Holders Only) service. If further informatlon IS needed, write to the address ss, own below or call 1-800-782-4356 1-800-782-4356.Material cannot be returned for credit without packing slip with return (Monday-Friday 8:OO AM - 6:OO PM EST) information within 30 days of delivery. On returns, a re-stocking feemay be applied FAX Orders Onlv 1-31 3-865-5927 against the original order. 8-12 Section 9 Index
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9-1 Brakes. Anti-Lock ...... 2.54.4.7 Check Engine Light ...... 2-55 Braking ...... 4-6 Check Oil Light ...... 2.59. 6. 10 Braking in Emergencies ...... 4-9 Checking Your Restraint Systems ...... 1-47 Break.In.New Vehicle ...... 2-13 Chemical Paint Spotting ...... 6-47 BTSI ...... 2.24. 7.39 Child Restraints ...... 1-36 BTSICheck ...... 7-39 Securing in a Rear Outside Seat Position...... 1-38 Bulb Replacement ...... 6-26 Securing in the Center Rear Seat Position...... 1-40 Back-up Lamp ...... 6-29 Securing in the Right Front Seat Position ...... 1-42 CHMSL ...... 6-29 TopStrap ...... 1-37 Dome Lamp ...... 6-31 WheretoPut ...... 1-36 Front Turn Signal Lamps ...... 6-27 Circuit Breakers and Fuses ...... 6-51 Headlamps ...... 6-27 Cleaner. Air ...... 6-15 Rear Turn Signal Lamp ...... 6-29 Cleaning ...... 6-41 Stoplamp ...... 6-29 Aluminum Wheels ...... 6-46 Taillamp ...... 6-29 Exterior LampsLenses ...... 6-45 Fabric ...... ' ...... 6-41 Glass ...... 6-44 .Capacities and Specifications ...... 6-57 Inside of Your Oldsmobile ...... 6-41 CarbonMonoxide ...... 2.10.2.25. 4.27 4-35 InstrumentPanel ...... 6-43 Cassette Deck Service ...... 7-37 Leather ...... 6-43 Cassette Tape Player ...... 3.9. 3.14 Outside of Your Oldsmobile ...... 6-44 Cassette Tape Player Care ...... 3-22 Special Problems ...... 6-42 CDPlayer ...... 3-14 Stains ...... 6-42 CD Player Theft-Deterrent Feature ...... 3- 19 Tires ...... 6-46 Center Console Storage Area...... 2-41 Vinyl ...... 6-43 Center High-Mounted Stoplamp Bulb Replacement .... 6-29 Wheels ...... 6-46 Center Rear Passenger Position ...... 1-33 Windshield and Wiper Blades ...... 6-44 Certification Label ...... 4-3 1 Climate Control System ...... 3-2 Chains.Safety ...... 4-36 Clock. Setting the ...... 3-7 Chains.Tire ...... 6-40 Comfort Controls ...... 3-2 Changing a Flat Tire ...... 5-20 Compact Disc Care ...... 3-23 Charging System Indicator Light...... 2-52 Compact Disc Player ...... 3-14 Defogging ...... 3-4 Compact Spare Tire ...... 5-32 Dimensions.Vehicle ...... 6-58 Control of a Vehicle ...... 4-6 Dolby' B Noise Reduction ...... 3.12. 3.17 Convenience Net ...... 2-43 Dome Lamp ...... 2-38 Convex Outside Mirror ...... 2-40 Dome Lamp Bulb Replacement ...... 6-31 Coolant ...... 6- 16 DoorLocks ...... 2-4 Adding ...... 6-19 Drive. Automatic Transaxle ...... 2-19 Checking ...... 6-18 DriverPosition ...... 1-12 Heater. Engine ...... 2- 15 Driving SurgeTank ...... 5-14 City ...... 4-19 Surge Tank Pressure Cap ...... 6- 19 Defensive ...... 4-2 Whattouse ...... 6-17 Drunken ...... 4-3 Cooling System ...... 5-14 Freeway ...... 4-20 Courtesy Transportation ...... 8-6 InaBlizzard ...... 4-26 Cruise Control ...... 2-32 In Foreign Countries ...... 6-5 CruiseLight ...... 2-60 IntheRain ...... 4-16 Cupholder, Center Console ...... 2-42 Night ...... 4-14 Cupholder, Instrument Panel ...... 2-42 OnCurves ...... 4-9 Cupholder, Rear Seat ...... 2-42 On Grades While Towing a Trailer ...... 4-38 Customer Assistance for Text Telephone Users...... 8-4 On Hill and Mountain Roads ...... 4-22 Customer Assistance Information ...... 8- 1 On Snow and Ice ...... 4-25 Customer Satisfaction Procedure ...... 8-2 Throughwater ...... 4-18 WetRoads ...... 4-16 Winter ...... 4-24 Damage. Finish ...... 6-47 With a Trailer ...... 4-36 Damage. Sheet Metal ...... 6-47 DrunkenDriving ...... 4-3 Daytime Running Lamps ...... 2-36 DeadBattery ...... 5-3 Defects. Reporting Safety ...... 8-8 Defensive Driving ...... 4-2 Electrical Equipment. Adding ...... 2-15. 3-20. 6-50 Defogger. Rear Window ...... 3-5 Electrical System ...... 6-50
9-3 Engine ...... 6-9 Flat Tire. Changing ...... 5-20 Coolant ...... 6- 16 Fluids and Lubricants ...... 7-42 Coolant Heater ...... 2- 15 Fog Lamps ...... 2-37 Coolant Level Check...... 7-37 Following Distance with a Trailer ...... 4-37 Coolant Temperature Gage ...... 2-54 Foreign Countries. Fuel ...... 6-5 Exhaust ...... 2.10.2.25.4.27. 4.35 FrontTowing ...... 5-10 FuseBlock ...... 6-54 Fuel ...... 6-3 Identification ...... 6-49 Filling-YourTank ...... 6-5 Oil Level Check ...... 7-37 Gage ...... 2-62 Overheating ...... 5-12 In Foreign Countries ...... 6-5 RunningWhileParked ...... 2-27 Fuses and Circuit Breakers ...... 6-51 Specifications ...... 6-58 Starting Your ...... 2-14 Gages Engineoil ...... 6-10 Engine Coolant Temperature ...... 2-54 Adding ...... 6-11 Fuel ...... 2-62 Additives ...... 6- 13 Tachometer ...... 2-50 Checking ...... 6-11 GarmentHook ...... 2-45 Pressure Warning Light ...... 2-58 GAWR ...... 4-31 Used ...... 6-14 Gear Positions, Automatic Transaxle...... 2-17 What Kind to Use ...... 6-12 GloveBox ...... 2-41 Whentochange ...... 6-14 Gross Axle Weight Rating ...... 4-31 Ethanol ...... 6-4 Gross Vehicle Weight Rating ...... 4-31 Exterior Lamps ...... 2-35 GVWR ...... 4-31
Fabric Cleaning ...... 6-266-41 Halogen Bulbs ...... Filling your ...... 6-5 HazardWarning Flashers ...... 5-2 Filter. & ...... 6- 15 HeadRestraints ...... 1-5 Finish Care ...... 6-45Headlamps ...... 2-35 Finish Damage ...... 6-476-27 Bulb Replacement ...... First Gear.Automatic Transaxle ...... 2-20 HiglAow BeamChanger ...... 2-29 Flashers. Hazard Warning ...... 5-2 OnReminder ...... 2-35 Hash-to-Pass ...... 2-29 ...... Wiring 6-50 9-4 Hearing Impaired. Customer Assistance ...... 8-4 Jack. Tire ...... 5-22 Heating ...... 3-4 Jump Starting ...... 5-3 High-Beam Headlamps ...... 2-29 Highway Hypnosis ...... 4-22 Hill and Mountain Roads ...... 4-22 KeyLock Cylinders Service ...... 7-38 Hitches. Trailer ...... 4-35 Keys ...... 2-2 Hood Checking Things Under ...... 6-7 Labels ...... 6-49 Release ...... 6-7 Certification ...... 4-31 Horn ...... 2-27 Service Parts Identification ...... 6-49 Hydroplaning ...... 4-18 Tire-Loading Information ...... 4-30 Vehicle Identification Number ...... 6-49 Ignition Positions ...... 2- 13 Lamps ...... 2-35 Ignition Transaxle Lock Check ...... 7-40 Exterior ...... 2-35 IlluminatedEntryExit ...... 2-38 Fog ...... 2-37 Inflation. Tire ...... 6-33 Interior ...... 2-37 Inside Daymight Rearview Mirror ...... 2-39 MirrorReading ...... 2-38 Inspections ...... 7-41 OnReminder ...... 2-35 Brake System ...... 7-41 Leaving Your Vehicle ...... 2-6 ExhaustSystems ...... 7-41 Leaving Your Vehicle with the Engine Running ...... 2-23 Front-Wheel-Drive Axle Boot ...... 7-41 Lights Front-Wheel-Drive Axle Seal ...... 7-41 Air Bag Readiness ...... 1-22. 2-52 Radiator and Heater Hose ...... 7-41 Anti-Lock Brake System Warning ...... 2.54. 4.7 Steering ...... 7-41 Brake System Warning ...... 2.53. 6.23 Suspension ...... 7-41 Charging System Indicator ...... 2-52 Throttle Linkage ...... 7-41 CheckEngine ...... 2-55 InstrumentPanel ...... 2-46 CheckOil ...... 2.59.6.10 Cleaning ...... 6-43 Cruise ...... 2-60 Cluster ...... 2-48 DoorAjar ...... 2-61 Fuse Block ...... 6.51.6.52. 6.53 Engine Oil Pressure Warning ...... 2-58 IntensityControl ...... 2-37 Interior ...... 2-37 Interior Lamps ...... 2-37 Low Coolant Warning ...... 2.55.6.18 Lights (Continued) Maintenance. Underbody ...... 6-47 LowWash ...... 2-60 Maintenance When Trailer Towing ...... 4-40 Oil Pressure ...... 2-58 Making Turns with a Trailer ...... 4-38 PasslockWarning ...... 2-59 Malfunction Indicator Lamp ...... 2-55 Safety Belt Reminder ...... 1.8. 2.5 1 ManualFrontSeat ...... 1-2 Service Vehicle Soon ...... 2-61 Manual Remote Control Mirror ...... 2-39 Loading Your Vehicle ...... 4-30 Methanol ...... 6-4 Lock Out Switch ...... 2-27 Mirror Reading Lamps ...... 2-38 Locks ...... 2-4 Mirrors ...... 2-39 Cylinders ...... 7-38 Convex Outside ...... 2-40 Door ...... 2-4 Inside Daymight Rearview ...... 2-39 Key Lock Cylinder Service ...... 7-38 Manual Remote Control ...... 2-39 Power Door ...... 2-5 Outside ...... 2-39 RearDoorSecurity ...... 2-5 Power Remote Control ...... 2-40 Low Coolant Warning Light ...... 2-55, 6- 18 Visor Vanity ...... 2-43 Lubricants and Fluids ...... 7-42 MountainRoads ...... 4-22 Lubrication Service, Body ...... 7-38 Multifunction Lever ...... 2-28
Maintenance, Normal Replacement Parts ...... 6-58 Net, Convenience ...... 2-43 MaintenanceRecord ...... 7-43 Neutral, Automatic Transaxle ...... 2-18 Maintenance Schedule ...... 7-2 New Vehicle “Break-In” ...... 2-13 Introduction ...... 7-2 Nightvision ...... 4-15 Long Tripmighway Definition ...... 7-6 Long Tripmighway Intervals ...... 7-6 Owner Checks and Services ...... 7-37 Odometer ...... 2-49 Periodic Maintenance Inspections ...... 7 -4 1 Odometer, Trip ...... 2-49 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants ...... 7-42 Off-Road Recovery ...... 4-11 Scheduled Maintenance Services ...... 7-4 Oil, Engine ...... 6-10 Selecting the Right Schedule ...... 7-4 Oil Pressure Warning Light ...... 2-58 Short Trip/City Definition ...... 7-5 Outside Mirror ...... 2-39 Short Trip/City Intervals ...... 7-5 Overheating Engine ...... 5-12
9-6 Owner Checks and Services ...... , ...... 7-37 Owner hblications, Ordering ...... , . . , ...... 8-10 Replacing Safety Belts ...... 1-47 Rear Seat Outside Passenger Positions ...... 1-27 Reporting Safety Defects ...... 8-8 Rear Seat Passengers ...... 1-27 Restraints Reminder Light ...... 1.8.2.51 Checking ...... 1-47 Replacing After a Crash ...... 1-47 Child ...... 1-36 Right Front Passenger Position ...... i ..... 1-21 Head ...... 1-5 Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster...... 1-15 Replacing Parts Mer a Crash ...... 1-47 Smaller Children and Babies ...... 1-34 System Check ...... 7-38 Use During Pregnancy ...... 1-20 Reverse, Automatic Transaxle ...... 2- 18 WhyTheyWork ...... 1-8 Right Front Passenger Position ...... 1-21 Safety Chains ...... 4-36 Roadside Assistance ...... 8-5 Safety Defects. Reporting ...... 8-8... Rocking Your Vehicle ...... 5-33 Safety Warnings and Symbols ...... 1~1 Rotation. Tires ...... 6-34 Scheduled Maintenance Services ...... 7-4 Seat Adjuster ...... 1.2. 1-47 Seatback. Reclining Front ...... 1-4 safety Belt Extender ...... 1-47 Seats Safety Belt Reminder Light ...... 1.8. 2.5 1 FoldingRe ar ...... 1-5 SafetyBelts ...... 1-7 ManualFront ...... 1-2 Adults ...... 1-12 Power ...... 1-3 Care ...... 6-43 Rear ...... 1-5 Center Rear Passenger Position...... 1-33 Restraint Systems ...... 1-1 Children ...... 1-34 SeatConhols ...... 1-2 Driver Position ...... 1. 12 Securing a Child Restraint ...... 1-38 Extender ...... 1-47 Second Gear, Automatic Transaxle ...... 2-20 How to Wear Properly ...... 1. 12 Second-Gearstart ...... 2-21 IncorrectUsage ...... 1- 16.1.45. 1-46 Service ...... 6-2 LapBelt ...... 1-33 Bulletins, Ordering ...... 8-10 Lap-Shoulder ...... 1.12.1.27 Manuals, Ordering ...... 8-10 LargerChildren ...... 1-44 Parts Identification Label ...... 6-49 Passenger Position ...... 1-21 Publications, Ordering ...... 8-9 Questions and Answers ...... 1. 11 Work, Doing Your Own ...... 6-2 Rear Comfort Guides ...... 1-30 1'
Service and Appearance Care ...... lul 6-1 Sunvisors ...... 2-43 Service and Owner Publications ...... 8-9 Sunroof ...... 2-45 Service Publications ...... 8-9 Supplemental Restraint System ...... 1-21 Servicing Your Air Bag-Equipped Oldsmobile ...... 1-27 Surge Tank Sheet Metal Damage ...... 6-47 Coolant ...... 5-14 ShiftLever ...... 2-17 How to Add Coolant ...... 5-16 Shifting Pressure Cap ...... 6-19 Automatic Transaxle ...... 2- 17 Symbols. Vehicle ...... v Into Park (P) ...... 2-22 Synchronization. Remote Lock Control...... 2-9 OUtofPark ...... 2-24 Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster...... 1-15 Tachometer ...... 2-50 SignalingTurns ...... 2-28 Taillamp Bulb Replacement ...... 6-29 Skidding ...... 4-13 TapePlayerCare ...... 3-22 Sound Equipment. Adding ...... 2-14.3-22. 6-50 Theft ...... 2-11 Spare Tire. Compact ...... 5-32 Theft-Deterrent Feature, CD Player ...... 3-19 Specifications and Capacities ...... 6-57 THEFTLOCK" ...... 3-19 Specifications. Engine ...... 6-58 Thermostat ...... 6-19 Speech Impaired. Customer Assistance...... 8-4 Third Gear, Automatic Transaxle ...... 2-19 Speedometer ...... 2-49 Tilt Steering Wheel ...... 2-27 SRS ...... 1-21 Time, Setting the ...... 3-7 Stains. Cleaning ...... ' ... 6-42 Tire Chains ...... 6-40 Starter Switch Check ...... 7-39 TireLoading ...... 4-30 Starting Your Engine ...... 2-14 Tire-Loading Information Label ...... 4-30 Steam ...... 5-12 Tires ...... 6-32 Steering ...... 4-10 Alignment and Balance ...... 6-38 In Emergencies ...... 4- 10 BuyingNew ...... 6-36 Power ...... 4-9 Chains ...... 6-40 Tips ...... 4-9 ChangingaFlat ...... 5-20 Wheel. Tilt ...... 2-27 Cleaning ...... 6-46 Stoplamp Bulb Replacement ...... 6-29 Compact Spare ...... 5-32 Storage Compartments ...... 2-41 Inflation ...... 6-33 Storage. Vehicle ...... 6-26 Inflationcheck ...... 7-37 Stuck In Sand. Mud. Ice or Snow ...... 5-33 Inspection and Rotation ...... 6-34 Tires (Continued) SafetyChains ...... 4-36 Loading ...... 4-30 Tongueweight ...... 4-34 Pressure ...... 6-33 Total Weight on Tires ...... 4-35 Temperature ...... 6-38 Towing ...... 4-32 Traction ...... 6-37 Turnsignals ...... 4-38 Treadwear ...... 6-37 Weight ...... 4-34 Uniform Quality Grading ...... 6-37 Transaxle Used Replacement Wheel ...... 6-39 Automatic ...... 6-16 WearIndicators ...... 6-35 Ignition Lock Check ...... 7-40 Wheel Replacement ...... 6-38 Transmitters. Remote Lock Control ...... 2-6 When It’s Time for New ...... 6-35 Transportation. Courtesy ...... 8-6 TopStrap ...... 1-37 Trip Odometer ...... 2-49 TorqueLock ...... 2-23 Trunk ...... 2-10 Torque. Wheel Nut ...... 5-29. 6-57 Lamp ...... 2-38 Towing Release Lockout. Remote ...... 2-10 From the Front ...... 4-28 Release. Remote ...... 2-10 FromtheRear ...... 4-30 TTYUsers ...... 8-4 RecreationalVehicle ...... 4-28 Turn Signal and Lane Change Signals ...... 2-28 Towing a Trailer ...... 4-32 Turn Signal On Chime ...... 2-28 Towing Your Vehicle ...... 5-8 Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever ...... 2-28 Towing Your Vehicle From the Front ...... 4-28 Turn Signals When Towing a Trailer...... 4-38 Towing Your Vehicle From the Rear ...... 4-30 Trailer Underbody Flushing Service ...... 7-40 Backing Up with ...... 4-37 Underbody Maintenance 6-57 Brakes ...... 4-36 ...... Driving on Grades ...... 4-38 Drivingwitha ...... 4-36 Vehicle Following Distance with ...... 4-37 Control ...... 4-6 Hitches ...... 4-35 Damagewarnings ...... iv Maintenance When Towing ...... 4-40 Dimensions ...... 6-58 MakingTums ...... 4-38 Identification Number ...... 6-49 ParkingonHills ...... 4-39 Loading ...... 4-30 Passingwith ...... 4-37 Storage ...... 6-26 9-10 . .
Ventilation System ...... 3-6 Windows ...... 2-26 Visor Vanity Mirrors ...... 2-43 Auto-Down ...... 2-27 Visors. Sun...... 2-43 Lock Out Switch ...... 2-27 Power ...... 2-26 WindshieldWasher ...... 2-31 warning Devices ...... 5-3 Fluid ...... 2-31, 6-21 Warning Lights. Gages and Indicators ...... 2-50 Fluid Level Check ...... 7-37 Warranty Information ...... 8-8 Windshield Wipers ...... 2-30, 6-50 Washer Fluid. Windshield ...... 6-21 Bladecheck ...... 7-38 Washing Your Vehicle ...... 6-45 BladeReplacement ...... 6-32 Weatherstrips ...... 6-44 Winter Driving...... 4-24 Wheel Wiring,Headlamp ...... 6-50 Alignment ...... 6-38 WreckerTowing ...... 5-8 Nut Torque ...... 5-29. 6-57 Wrench, Wheel ...... 5-22 Replacement ...... 6-38 Used Replacement ...... 6-39 Wrench ...... 5-22 Service Station Checkpoints
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I WINDSHIELD HOOD RELEASEP6-7 TIRES FLUID RESERVOIR// TRUNK RELEASE P2-10 P6-32 P6-21 BATERY P6-25
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