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  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    The 2003 Oldsmobile Alero Owner Manual Seats and Restraint Systems Front Seats Rear Seats Safety Belts Child Restraints Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) Restraint System Check Features and Controls Keys Doors and Locks Windows Theft-Deterrent Systems Starting and Operating Your Vehicle...
  • Page 3 For vehicles first sold in Canada, substitute the name “General Motors of Canada Limited” for Oldsmobile Division whenever it appears in this manual. Please keep this manual in your vehicle, so it will be there if you ever need it when you’re on the road.
  • Page 4 Safety Warnings and Symbols You will find a number of safety cautions in this book. We use a box and the word CAUTION to tell you about things that could hurt you if you were to ignore the warning. These mean there is something that could hurt you or other people.

  • Page 5: Vehicle Damage Warnings

    Vehicle Damage Warnings Also, in this book you will find these notices: Notice: These mean there is something that could damage your vehicle. A notice will tell you about something that can damage your vehicle. Many times, this damage would not be covered by your warranty, and it could be costly.
  • Page 6 These are some examples of vehicle symbols you may find on your vehicle: LATCH BOTH LAP AND CAUTION SHOULDER BELTS TO POSSIBLE PROTECT OCCUPANT INJURY DO NOT TWIST SAFETY BELT WHEN ATTACHING PROTECT EYES BY FASTEN SHIELDING SEAT BELTS CAUSTIC MOVE SEAT BATTERY FULLY...

  • Page 8: Seats And Restraint Systems

    Section 1 Seats Front Manual Seats Six-Way Power Driver Seat Reclining Seatbacks ... Head Restraints ... Seatback Latches ... Easy Entry Seat Power Lift Seat ... Rear Seats ... Rear Seat Operation Safety Belts ... Safety Belts: They Are for Everyone ... 1-9 Questions and Answers About Safety Belts How to Wear Safety Belts Properly ...

  • Page 9: Front Seats

    Front Seats Manual Seats can lose control of the vehicle if you try to "J adjust a manual driver's seat while the vehicle is moving. The sudden movement could startle and confuse you, or make you push a pedal when you don't want to. Adjust the driver's seat only when the vehicle is not moving.

  • Page 10: Six-Way Power Driver Seat

    Six-Way Power Driver Seat If your vehicle has this feature, the power seat control is located on the outboard side of the driver's seat. This control allows you to move the seat up, down, forward, or backward. It will also move the front or rear of the seat cushion up or down.
  • Page 11 But don’t have a seatback reclined if your vehicle is moving. 1 -4 Sitting in a reclined position when your vehic is in motion can be dangerous. Even if you buckle up, your safety belts can’t do their job when you’re reclined like this. The shoulder belt can’t do its job because it won’t be against your body.
  • Page 12 Head Restraints Seatback Latches For two-door model vehicles, the front seatbacks fold forward to let people get into the back seat. The seatback latch is designed for one-handed operation. To fold a front seatback forward, lift the seatback latch fully without pushing forward on the seatback to unlock it.

  • Page 13: Power Lift Seat

    Easy Entry Seat For two-door model vehicles, the right front seat of your vehicle makes it easy for people to get in and out of the rear seat. 1. Fold the right front seatback forward by lifting the seatback latch fully. The seat will slide forward to allow someone to get into the rear seat area.

  • Page 15: Rear Seats

    Rear Seats Rear Seat Operation Folding the Seatback If your vehicle has this feature, do the following: 1. Pull the release straps located in the trunk. The right strap operates the passenger’s side rear split seat. The left strap operates the driver’s side rear split seat.

  • Page 16: Safety Belts

    Safety Belts Safety Belts: They Are for Everyone This part of the manual tells you how to use safety belts properly. It also tells you some things you should not do with safety belts. Don’t let anyone ride where he or she can’t wear a safety belt properly.
  • Page 17 Your vehicle has a light that comes on as a reminder to buckle up. See Safety Belt Reminder Light on page 3-26. In most states and in all Canadian provinces, the law says to wear safety belts. Here’s why: They work. You never know if you’ll be in a crash.
  • Page 19 The person keeps going until stopped by something. In or the instrument panel ... a real vehicle, it could be the windshield 1-12...
  • Page 20 or the safety belts! With safety belts, you slow down as the vehicle does. y01-1 c p t mnre time stop over tn stop Yo11 and your strongest bones take the forces. That’s why safety belts make such good sense. Questions and Answers About Safety Belts Won’t I be trapped in the vehicle after an...
  • Page 21 If I’m a good driver, and I never drive far from home, why should I wear safety belts? You may be an excellent driver, but if you’re in an accident even one that isn’t your fault your passengers can be hurt. Being a good driver doesn’t protect you from things beyond your control, such bad drivers.
  • Page 22 Driver Position This part describes the driver’s restraint system. Lap-Shoulder Belt The driver has a lap-shoulder belt. Here’s how to wear it properly. 1. Close and lock the door. 2. Adjust the seat so you can sit up straight. To see how, see Manual Seats on page 1-2 Power Driver Seat on page 1-3.
  • Page 23 4. Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks. Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure. If the belt isn’t long enough, see Safety Belt Extender page 1-3 1. Make sure the release button on the buckle is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to.

  • Page 24: Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster

    Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster (Four-Door Models) Before you begin to drive, move the shoulder belt adjuster to the height that is right for you. To move it down, squeeze the release button and move the height adjuster to the desired position. You can move the adjuster up just by pushing on the shoulder belt guide.
  • Page 25 What’s wrong with this? The shoulder belt is too loose. It won’t give nearly as much protection this way. 1-18 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 should fit against your body.
  • Page 26 What’s wrong with this? You can be seriously injured if your belt is buckled in the wrong place like this. In a crash, the belt would go up over your abdomen. The belt forces would be there, not at the pelvic bones.
  • Page 27 What’s wrong with this? The shoulder belt is worn under the arm. It should be worn over the shoulder at all times. 1-20 You can be seriously injured if you wear the shoulder belt under your arm. In a crash, your body would move too far forward, which would increase the chance of head and neck injury.
  • Page 28 What's wrong with this? across The belt twisted the bodv. c i . . be serio --., .njured by a twisted b -IOU In a crash, you wouldn't have the full width of the belt to spread impact forces. If a belt is twisted, make it straight so it can work properly, or ask your dealer to fix it.
  • Page 29 To unlatch the belt, just push the button on the buckle. The belt should go back out of the way. Before you close the door, be sure the belt is out of the way. If you slam the door on it, you can damage both the belt and your vehicle.
  • Page 30 The best way to protect the fetus is to protect the mother. When a safety belt is worn properly, it’s more likely that the fetus won’t be hurt in a crash. For pregnant women, as for anyone, the key to making safety belts effective is wearing them properly.
  • Page 31 Lap-Shoulder Belt The positions next to the windows have lap-shoulder belts. Here’s how to wear one properly. 1. Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you. Don’t let get twisted. The shoulder belt may lock if you pull the belt across you very quickly.
  • Page 32 3, To make the lap part tight, pull down on the buckle end of the belt as you pull up on the shoulder part. The lap part of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips, just touching the thighs. In a crash, this applies force to the strong pelvic bones.
  • Page 33 The safety belt locks there’s a sudden or if you pull the belt very quickly out of the retractor. 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 should fit against your body.
  • Page 34 Center Rear Passenger Position Lap Belt When vou sit in the center seatinu position, you have a lap safety belt, which has no retractor. To make the belt longer, tilt the latch plate and pull it along the belt. 1-27...
  • Page 35 To make the belt shorter, pull its free end as shown until the belt is snug. Buckle, position and release it the same way as the lap part of a lap-shoulder belt. If the belt isn’t long enough, see Safety Belt Extender on page 7-37.
  • Page 36 Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides for Children and Small Adults Your vehicle may have this feature already. If it doesn’t, you can get it from any GM dealer. Rear shoulder belt comfort guides will provide added safety belt comfort for older children who have outgrown booster seats and for small adults.
  • Page 37 2. Slide the guide under and past the belt. The elastic cord must be under the belt. Then, place the guide over the belt, and insert the two edges of the belt into the slots of the guide. 1-30 3. Be sure that the belt is not twisted and it lies flat. The elastic cord must be under the belt and the guide on top.
  • Page 38 4. Buckle, position and release the safety belt as described in Rear Seat Passengers on page 7-23. Make sure that the shoulder belt crosses the -L-..l-l-.. luuluel. To remove and store the comfort guides, squeeze the belt edges together so that you can take them out of the guides.

  • Page 39: Child Restraints

    Child Restraints Older Children Older children who have outgrown booster seats should wear the vehicle’s safety belts. If you have the choice, a child should sit next to a window so the child can wear a lap-shoulder belt and get the additional restraint a shoulder belt can provide. 1-32 What is the proper way to wear safety belts? If possible, an older child should wear a...
  • Page 40 Never do this. Here two children are wearing the same belt. The belt can’t properly spread the impact forces. In a crash, the two children can be crushed together and seriously injured. A belt must be used by only one person at a time. What if a child is wearing a lap-shoulder belt, but the child is so small that the shoulder belt is very close to the child’s face or neck?
  • Page 41 Here a child is sitting in a seat that has a lap-shoulder belt, but the shoulder part is behind the child. If the child wears the belt in CAUTION: (Continued) this --ay, in a crash the child might slide under the belt.
  • Page 42 People should never hold a baby in their arms while riding in a vehicle. A baby doesn’t weigh much until a crash. During a crash a baby will become so heavy it is not possible to hold For example, in a crash at only 25 mph (40 km/h), a 12-lb.
  • Page 43 Children who are up against, or very close to, any air bag when it inflates can be seriously injured or killed. Air bags plus lap-shoulder belts offer outstanding protection for adults CAUTION: (Continued) 1-36 oldel Iren, not for yo- g children and infants.
  • Page 44 The restraint manufacturer’s instructions that come with the restraint, state the weight and height limitations for a particular child restraint. In addition, there are many kinds of restraints available for with special -eeds. Newborn infants need complete support, including support for the head and neck. This is necessary because a newborn infant’s neck is weak and its head weighs so much compared with the rest of its body.
  • Page 45 Child Restraint Systems An infant car bed (A), a special bed made for use in a motor vehicle, is an infant restraint system designed to restrain position a child on a continuous flat surface. Make sure that the infant’s head rests toward the center of the vehicle.
  • Page 46 A forward-facing child seat (C-E) the child’s body with the harness and also sometimes with surfaces such as T-shaped or shelf-like shields. provides restraint for A booster seat (F-G) is a child restraint designed to improve the fit of the vehicle’s safety belt system. Some booster seats have a shoulder belt positioner, and scri-l-lt: i-,;y;-l-b&ck A booster seat can also help a child to see out the...
  • Page 47 How do child restraints work? A child restraint system is any device designed for use in a motor vehicle to restrain, seat, or position children. A built-in child restraint system is a permanent part of the motor vehicle. An add-on child restraint system is a portable one, which is purchased by the vehicle’s owner.
  • Page 48 Where to Put the Restraint Accident statistics show that children are safer if they are restrained in the rear rather than the front seat. General Motors, therefore, recommends that child restraints be secured in a rear seat, including an infant riding in a rear-facing infant seat, a child riding in a forward-facing child seat and an older child riding in a booster seat.
  • Page 49 In Canada, the law requires that forward-facing child restraints have a top strap, and that the strap be anchored. In the United States, some child restraints also have a top strap. If your child restraint has a top strap, it should be anchored. Anchor the top strap to one of the following anchor points.
  • Page 50 Lower Anchorages and Top Tethers for Children (LATCH System) Your vehicle has the LATCH system. You’ll find anchors (A) in the rear outside seat positions. To assist you in locating the lower anchors for this child restraint system, each seating position with the LATCH system will have a label applied to the seatback at each anchor position.
  • Page 51 With this system, use the LATCH system instead of the vehicle’s safety belts to secure a child restraint. 1 -44 If a LATCH-type child restraint isn’t attached to its anchorage points, the restraint won’t be able to protect a child sitting there. In a crash, the child could be seriously injured or killed.
  • Page 52 Securing a Child Restraint Designed for the LATCH System 1. Find the anchors for the seating position you want to use, where the bottom of the seatback meets the back of the seat cushion. 2. Put the child restraint on the seat. 3.
  • Page 53 Tilt the latch plate to adjust the belt if needed. 3. Buckle the belt. Make sure the release button is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to. 1-46...
  • Page 54 4. To tighten the belt, pull up on the shoulder belt while you push down on the child restraint. If you’re using a forward-facing child restraint, you may find it helpful to use your knee to push down on the child restraint as you tighten the belt. 5.
  • Page 55 Securing a Child Restraint in a Center Rear Seat Position You’ll be using the lap belt. Be sure to follow the instructions that came with the child restraint. Secure the child in the child restraint when and as the instructions say. See Top Strap on page 1-41 if the child restraint has one.
  • Page 56 4. Buckle the belt. Make sure the release button is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to. 5. To tighten the belt, pull its free end while you push down on the child restraint. if you’re using a forward-facing child restraint, you may find it helpful to use your knee to push down on the child restraint as you tighten the belt.
  • Page 57 Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position Your vehicle has a right front passenger air bag. Never put a rear-facing child restraint in this seat. Here’s why: A child in a rear-facing child restraint can be seriously injured or killed if the right front passenger’s air bag inflates.
  • Page 59 1-52 6. To tighten the belt, feed the shoulder belt back into the retractor while you push down on the child restraint. You may find it helpful to use your knee to push down on the child restraint as you tighten the belt.

  • Page 60: Supplemental Restraint System (Srs)

    Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) This part explains the Supplemental Restraint (SRS) System or air bag system. Your vehicle has air bags one air bag for the driver and another air bag for the right front passenger. Frontal air bags are designed to help reduce the risk of injury from the force of an inflating air bag.
  • Page 61 Air bags inflate with great force, faster than the blink of an eye. If you’re too close to an inflating air bag, as you would be if you were leaning forward, it could seriously injure you. Safety belts help keep you in position before and during a crash.
  • Page 62 There is a air bag readiness light on the instrument panel, which shows the air bag symbol. The system checks the air bag electrical system for malfunctions. The light tells you if there is an electrical Problem. See Air Bag Readiness Light on page 3-26. Where Are the Air Bags? The driver’s air bag is in the middle of the sLei2i-,y .w.i-,ee;.
  • Page 63 The right front passenger’s air bag is in the instrument panel on the passenger’s side. 1-56 If something is between an occupant and an air bag, the bag might not inflate properly or might force the object into that person causing severe injury or even death.
  • Page 64 If your vehicle strikes something that will move or deform, such as a parked car, the threshold level will be higher. The air bag is not designed to inflate in rollovers, rear impacts, or in many side impacts because inflation would not help the occupant. In any particular crash, no one can say whether an air bag should have inflated simply because of the damage to a vehicle or because of what the repair costs were.
  • Page 65 There will be some smoke and dust coming from the vents in the deflated air bags. Air bag inflation doesn’t prevent the driver from seeing or being able to steer the vehicle, nor does it stop people from leaving the vehicle.
  • Page 66 Servicing Your Air Bag-Equipped Vehicle Air bags affect how your vehicle should be serviced. There are parts of the air bag system in several places around your vehicle. You don’t want the system to inflate while someone is working on your vehicle. Your dealer and the service manual have information about servicing your vehicle and the air bag system.

  • Page 67: Restraint System Check

    Restraint System Check Checking Your Restraint Systems Now and then, make sure the safety belt reminder light and all your belts, buckles, latch plates, retractors and anchorages are working properly. Look for any other loose or damaged safety belt system parts. If you see anything that might keep a safety belt system from doing its job, have it repaired.
  • Page 68 If you’ve had a crash, do you need new belts or LATCH system parts? After a very minor collision, nothing may be necessary. But if the belts were stretched, as they would be if worn during a more severe crash, new parts.

  • Page 70: Features And Controls

    Section 2 Keys Remote Keyless Entry System Remote Keyless Entry System Operation ... -2-4 Doors and Locks Door Locks Power Door Locks Delayed Locking Programmable Automatic Door Locks Rear Door Security Locks Lockout Protection Leaving Your Vehicle Trunk Windows Manual Windows Power Windows Sun Visors ...

  • Page 71: Keys

    Keys Leaving children in a vehicle with the ignition key is dangerous for many reasons. A child or others could be badly injured or even killed. They could operate the power windows or other controls or even make the vehicle move. Don’t leave the keys in a vehicle with children.
  • Page 72 One key is used for the ignition and all locks. When a new vehicle is delivered, the key has a bar-coded key tag. This tag may be removed by your dealer before it is delivered. Each tag has a key code on it that tells your dealer or a qualified locksmith how to make extra keys.
  • Page 73 Changes or modifications to this system by other than an authorized service facility could void authorization to use this equipment. At times you may notice a decrease in range. This is normal for any remote keyless entry system. If the transmitter does not work or if you have to stand closer to your vehicle for the transmitter to work, try this: Check the distance.
  • Page 74 (Unlock): The driver’s door will unlock automatically when this button on the transmitter is pressed. If the button is pressed again within five seconds, all remaining doors will unlock. The interior lamps will stay on for 10 seconds or until the ignition is turned on.
  • Page 75 Battery Replacement Under normal use, the battery in your remote keyless entry transmitter should last about four years. You can tell the battery is weak if the transmitter won’t work at the normal range in any location. If you have to get close to your vehicle before the transmitter works, it’s probably time to change the battery.

  • Page 76: Doors And Locks

    Doors and Locks Door Lcnks Unlocked doors can be dangerous. Passengers especially children easily open the doors and fall out of a moving vehicle. When a door is locked, the handle won’t open it. You increase the chance of being thrown out of the vehicle in a crash if the doors aren’t locked.
  • Page 77 Power Door Locks With the power door locks, you can lock or unlock all of the doors on your vehicle using the driver’s or front passenger’s door lock switch. Press the bottom of the switch to lock all of the doors. Press the top of the switch to unlock all of the doors.
  • Page 78 Customizing the Automatic Door Locks One of four operating modes may be selected and programmed by the driver on vehicles with an automatic transaxle: Mode 1: All doors automatically lock when the transaxle is shifted out of PARK (P). The doors will remain locked unless manually unlocked or the lock button is pressed.
  • Page 79 Rear Door Security Locks If your vehicle is a four-door model, it has rear door security locks that help prevent passengers from opening the rear doors from the inside. The switch is located on the inside of the rear door. To use the security locks, do the following: 1.
  • Page 80 Lockout Protection Lockout protection is intended to provide enhanced security and convenience. This feature prevents a driver who has left the keys in the ignition from locking the doors, using the power door locks while any door is open. To override this feature, when the key is in the ignition and any door is open, press and hold down the power door lock switch for three seconds.
  • Page 81 Remote Trunk Release Press the remote trunk release button, located on the driver’s door, to release the trunk lid. Make sure the remote trunk release lockout feature is not activated. Also, the remote trunk release will only work when either the ignition is off, the parking brake is engaged or the vehicle speed is less than 2 mph (3 km/h).
  • Page 82 Emergency Trunk Release Handle v‘ Notice: The emergency trunk release handle is not designed to be used to tie down the trunk lid or as an anchor point when securing items in the trunk. +ha n m n r n n n r u r I - n w n m - w m m e n n n n t r r...

  • Page 83: Windows

    Windows Leaving children in a vehicle with the windows closed is dangerous. A child can be overcome by the extreme heat and can suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat stroke. Never leave a child alone in a vehicle, especially with the windows closed in warm or hot weather.
  • Page 84 Power Windows If your vehicle has power window switches, they are located on the armrest on the driver’s door. In addition, each passenger door has a window switch. Express ‘Down vvinaow The driver’s window switch has an express down feature. This switch is labeled AUTO. Press the rear of the switch slightly down, and the driver‘s window will open a small amount.

  • Page 85: Theft-Deterrent Systems

    Theft-Deterrent Systems Vehicle theft is big business, especially in some cities. Although your vehicle has a number of theft-deterrent features, we know that nothing we put on it can make impossible to steal. 2-1 6 Passlock@ Your vehicle has the Passlock@ theft-deterrent system. Passlock@ is a passive theft-deterrent system.

  • Page 86: Starting And Operating Your Vehicle

    Starting and Operating Your Vehicle New Vehicle Break-In Nofice: Your vehicle doesn’t need an elaborate “break-in.” But it will perform better in the long run if you follow these guidelines: Don’t drive at any one speed slow for the first 500 miles (805 km). Don’t make full-throttle starts.
  • Page 87 A warning chime will sound if you open the driver’s door when the ignition is off and the key is in the ignition. Notice: If your key seems stuck in OFF and you can’t turn it, be sure you are using the correct key;...

  • Page 88: Starting Ecotec Engine

    Starting Your 2.2L L4 ECOTECTM Engine 1. With your foot off the accelerator pedal, turn your ignition key to START. When the engine starts, let go of the key. The idle speed will go down as your engine gets warm. Notice: Holding your key in START for longer than 15 seconds at a time will cause your battery to be drained much sooner.
  • Page 89 3. If your engine still won’t start (or starts but then stops), it could be flooded with too much gasoline. Try pushing your accelerator pedal all the way to the floor and holding it there as you hold the key in START for a maximum of 15 seconds.
  • Page 90 3400 V6 Engine In very cold weather, 0°F (-18°C) or colder, the engine coolant heater, if your vehicle has this feature, can help. You'll get easier starting and better fuel economy during engine warm-up. Usually, the coolant heater should be plugged in a minimum of four hours prior to starting your vehicle.
  • Page 91 4. Before starting the engine, be sure to unplug and store the cord as it was before to keep it away from moving engine parts. If you don’t, it could be damaged. How long should you keep the coolant heater plugged in? The answer depends on the outside temperature, the kind of oil you have, and some other things.
  • Page 92 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) on page 2-28 later in this section. REVERSE (R): Use this gear to back up. Notice: Shifting to REVERSE (R) while your vehicle is moving forward could damage your transaxle.
  • Page 93 Notice: If your vehicle seems to start up rather slowly, or if it seems not to shift gears as you go faster, something may be wrong with a transaxle system sensor. If you drive very far that way, your vehicle can be damaged. So, if this happens, have your vehicle serviced right away.
  • Page 94 Manual Transaxle Operation This is your shift pattern. The clutch must be fully pressed in when shifting a manual transaxle to ensure the transaxle is fully in gear. Here's how to operate your transaxle: FIRST (1): Press the clutch pedal and shift into FIRST (1).
  • Page 95 Shift Speeds If you skip a gear when you downshift, you could lose control of your vehicle. You could injure yourself others. Don’t shift down more than one gear at a time when you downshift. Up-Shift Light If you have a manual transaxle, you may have a SHIFT light located on the instrument panel...
  • Page 96 Notice: Driving with the parking brake on can cause your rear brakes to overheat. You may have to replace them, and you could also damage other parts of your vehicle. If you are towing a trailer and are parking on a hill, see Towing a Trailer on page 4-36.
  • Page 97 Leaving Your Vehicle With the Enm‘ne Running can be ..mgerous tc -3ave your vehicle the engine running. Your vehicle could move suddenly if the shift lever is not fully in PARK (P) with the parking brake firmly set. And, if you leave the vehicle with the engine running, it could overheat and even catch fire.
  • Page 98 If you ever hold the brake pedal down but still can’t shift out of PARK (P), try this: 1. Turn the ignition key to ACCESSORY. 2. Apply and hold the regular brake until the end of Step 5. 3. Shift to NEUTRAL (N). 4.
  • Page 99 Engine Exhaust Engine exhaust can kill. contains the gas carbon monoxide (CO), which you can’t see or smell. It can cause unconsciousness and death. You might have exhaust coming in if: Your exhaust system sounds strange or different. Your vehicle gets rusty underneath. Your vehicle was damaged in a collision.
  • Page 100 It can be dangerous t o get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in PARK (P) with the parking brake firmly set. Your vehicle can roll. Don’t leave your vehicle when the engine is running unless you have to. If you’ve left the engine running, the vehicle can move suddenly.

  • Page 101: Mirrors

    Mirrors Manual Rearview Mirror The mirror can be adjusted two ways. First, to adjust the height of the mirror, adjust the arm that connects the mirror to the windshield. Second, adjust the angle of the mirror, by moving the mirror to a position that allows you to see out of the back window.
  • Page 102 Outside Power Mirrors If your vehicle has power mirrors these controls are located on the driver’s door. To choose the mirror you want to adjust by moving the selector switch located above the four-way control pad to the right or to the left. Then use the arrows on the control pad to move the mirror in the desired direction.
  • Page 103 Storage Areas Glove Box To open, pull the glove box latch toward you. 2-34 Cupholder(s) Pull down the door on the rear use the rear seat cupholders. Center Console Storage Area The center console has two separate storage areas. To open, pull up on the lid.

  • Page 104: Sunroof

    Sunroof If your vehicle has this feature, the switch is located on the headliner between the sun visors. The sunroof will only operate when the ignition is in ON. The sunroof can be opened to a vent position or be express-opened all of the way. To open the sunroof to the vent position, you must first open the sunshade by hand.
  • Page 105 NOTES 2-36...

  • Page 106: Instrument Panel

    Section 3 Instrument Panel Overview ... Hazard Warning Flashers Other Warning Devices ... Horn ... Tilt Wheel ... Turn SignaVMultifunction Lever ... Exterior Lamps ... 3.13 Interior Lamps ... Accessory Power Outlets Ashtrays and Cigarette Lighter Climate Controls ... Climate Control System ... Outlet Adjustment ...
  • Page 107 Section 3 Audio System(s) Setting the Time for Radios without Radio Data Systems (RDS) Setting the Time for Radios with Radio Data Systems (RDS) Radio with CD (Base Level) ... (Up Level) ... Radio with CD Radio with Cassette and CD ... Theft-Deterrent Feature (Non-RDS Radios) Instrument Panel...
  • Page 110 The main components of your instrument panel are the following: A. Instrument Panel Fuse Blocks B. Air Outlets C. Instrument Panel Cluster D. Hazard Warning Flasher Button E. Audio System F. Climate Control System G. Side Window Defogger Vent H. Fog Lamp Button (If Equipped) I.
  • Page 111 Hazard Warning Flashers Your hazard warning flashers let you warn others. They also let police know you have a problem. Your front and rear turn signal lamps will flash on and off. The hazard warning flasher is located near the center of the instrument panel.
  • Page 112 Tilt Wheel A tilt wheel allows you to adjust the steering wheel before you drive. You can raise it to the highest level to give your legs more room when you exit and enter your vehicle. The lever that allows you to tilt the steering wheel is located on the left side of the steering column.
  • Page 113 Turn and Lane-Change Signals The turn signal has two upward (for right) and two downward (for left) positions. These positions allow you to signal a turn or a lane change. To signal a turn, move the lever all the way up or down. When the turn is finished, the lever will return automatically.
  • Page 114 Flash-to-Pass Feature This feature lets you use your high-beam headlamps to signal a driver in front of you that you want to pass. To use it, pull the turn signaVmultifunction lever toward you until the high-beam headlamps come on, then release the lever to turn them off.
  • Page 115 Windshield Washer To wash your windshield, push in the button at the end er until the washers begin. In freezing weather, don’t use your washer until the windshield is warmed. Otherwise the washer fluid can form ice on the windshield, blocking your vision.
  • Page 116 The cruise control will turn off when any of the following occur: The brakes are applied, the clutch is applied (manual transaxle), the parking brake is applied, or the brake system warning light is on. Cruise control can be dangerous where you can’t drive safely at a steady speed.
  • Page 117 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 about 25 mph (40 km/h) or more, you can press the cruise control RES ACCL (Resume/Accelerate) button for about half a second.
  • Page 118 Using Cruise Control Hills How well your cruise control will work on hills depends upon your speed, load and the steepness of the hills. When going up steep hills, you may have to step on the accelerator pedal to maintain your speed. When going downhill, you may have to brake or shift to a lower gear to keep your speed down.
  • Page 119 The exterior lamps control has three positions: (Parking Lamps): Turn the control to this position to turn on the parking lamps, together with the following. Sidemarker Lamps Taillamps License Plate Lamps Instrument Panel Lights (Headlamps): Turn the control to this position to turn on the headlamps, together with the previously listed lamps and lights.
  • Page 120 The system may also be on when driving through a parking garage, heavy overcast weather or a tunnel. This is normal. There is a delay in the transition between the daytime and nighttime operation of the DRL and the Automatic Headlamp System so that driving under bridges or bright overhead street lights does not affect the system.
  • Page 121 Interior Lamps Instrument Panel Brightness This feature controls the brightness of the instrument panel lights. The thumbwheel for this feature is located on the instrument panel to the left of the steering wheel. Move the thumbwheel up to brighten the lights and down to dim them.

  • Page 122: Accessory Power Outlets

    Battery Run-Down Protection Your vehicle has a battery run-down protection feature designed to protect your vehicle's battery. When any interior lamp (trunk, mirror reading lamps, dome lamp or glove box) is left on when the ignition is turned off, the battery saver system will automatically shut the lamp off after 20 minutes.

  • Page 123: Ashtrays And Cigarette Lighter

    Certain electrical accessories may not be compatible with the accessory power outlet and could result in blown vehicle or adapter fuses. If you experience a problem, see your dealer for additional information on accessory power outlets. Notice: Adding some electrical equipment to your vehicle can damage it or keep other things from working as they should.

  • Page 124: Climate Control System

    Climate Controls Climate Control System With this system you can control the heating, cooling and ventilation for your vehicle. Operation change the current mode, select one of the following: (Vent): This mode directs air to the instrument panel outlets. (Bi-Level): This mode directs half of the air to the instrument panel outlets, and then directs most of the remaining air to the floor outlets.
  • Page 125 When you switch to the defog or defrost modes the system will automatically move from recirculation to outside air. When you move the mode knob back to another mode, the system will move back into recirculation. When the car is turned off and back on the system will default to outside air automatically.
  • Page 126 (Defog): This mode directs half of the air to the windshield and most of the remaining air to the floor outlets with a small amount directed at the side windows. When you select this mode, the system turns off recirculation and runs the air-conditioning compressor unless the outside temperature is at or below freezing.

  • Page 127: Outlet Adjustment

    Outlet Adjustment Use the sliding levers on the air outlets located in the center and on the sides of the instrument panel, to change the direction of the airflow. 3-22 Operation Tips Clear away any ice, snow or leaves from the air inlets at the base of the windshield that may block the flow of air into your vehicle.

  • Page 128: W .Arning Lights, Gages And Indicators

    Warning Lights, Gages and Indicators 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 can signal that something is wrong before it becomes serious enough to cause an expensive repair or replacement.

  • Page 129: Instrument Panel Cluster

    Instrument Panel Cluster Your instrument panel cluster is designed to let you know at a glance how your vehicle is running. You’ll know how fast you’re going, how much fuel you’re using, and many other things you’ll need to drive safely and economically. Your vehicle has this cluster or one very similar to it.

  • Page 130: Tachometer

    Speedometer and Odometer Your speedometer lets you see your speed in both miles per hour (mph) and kilometers per hour (km/h). Your odometer shows how far your vehicle has been driven, in either miles (used in the United States) or kilometers (used in Canada). Your vehicle has a tamper resistant odometer.
  • Page 131 Safety Belt Reminder Light When the key is turned to ON or START, a chime will come on for several seconds to remind people to fasten their safety belts, unless the driver’s safety belt is already buckled. The safety belt light will also come on and stay on for several seconds, then it will flash for...
  • Page 132 If the air bag readiness light stays on after you start your vehicle, it means the air bag system may not be working properly. The air bags your vehicle may not inflate in a crash, or they could even inflate without a crash. To help avoid injury to yourself or others, have your vehicle serviced right away if the air bag readiness stays on after you start your vehicle.
  • Page 133 Up-Shift Light If your manual transaxle vehicle has this feature this light comes on when you need to shift to the next higher gear. SHIFT See Manual Transaxle Operation on page 2-25. Brake System Warning Light Your vehicle’s hydraulic brake system is divided into two parts.

  • Page 134: Warning Bight

    Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light ANTI LOCK United States If your vehicle has the anti-lock brake system, the light will come on when your engine is started and may stay on for several seconds. That’s normal. If the light stays on, 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.

  • Page 135: Enhanced Traction System Active Light

    The Enhanced Traction System warning light may come on for the following reasons: If you turn the system off by pressing the ETS button on the center console near the gear shift lever, the warning light will come on and stay on.

  • Page 136: Engine Coolant Temperature Gage

    Engine Coolant Temperature Gage This gage shows the engine coolant temperature. if the gage pointer moves into the red area, the light comes on and you hear a chime, your engine is too hot. It means that your engine coolant has overheated. See Engine Overheating on page 5-26.
  • Page 137 This system is called OBD I 1 (On-Board Diagnostics-Second Generation) and is intended to assure that emissions are at acceptable levels for the life of the vehicle, helping to produce a cleaner environment. The SERVICE ENGINE SOON or CHECK ENGINE light comes on to indicate that there is a problem and service is required.
  • Page 138 If the light continues to flash, when it is safe to do so, stop the vehicle. Find a safe place to park your vehicle. Turn the key off, wait at least 10 seconds and restart the engine. If the light remains on steady, see “If the Light Is On Steady”...

  • Page 139: Oil Pressure Light

    Your vehicle will not pass this inspection if the OBD (on-board diagnostic) system determines that critical emission control systems have not been completely diagnosed by the system. The vehicle would be considered not ready for inspection. This can happen it you have recently replaced your battery or if your battery has run down.

  • Page 140: Low Oil Level Light

    Low Oil Level Light If your vehicle is equipped with a 3400 V6 engine, then you will have a LOW OIL light in your instrument panel cluster. This light will come on briefly when you start your vehicle. If the light stays on after starting your vehicle, or comes on and chimes while you are driving, your engine oil level should be checked.

  • Page 141: Security Light

    Security Light This light will come on when you turn the key to ON and will stay on until the vehicle starts. SECURITY If you’re driving and the security light comes on and remains on, your Passlock@ system is not working properly.

  • Page 142: Fuel Gage

    It will stay on, or come on and a chime will sound detects a problem on the vehicle, such as a Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) or an automatic headlamp system malfunction. If this happens, see your dealer as soon as possible. Fuel Gage United States if it...

  • Page 143: Audio System(S)

    Audio System(s) Nofice: Before you add any sound equipment to your vehicle like a tape player, CB radio, mobile telephone or two-way radio be sure you can add what you want. If you can, it’s very important to do it properly. Added sound equipment may interfere with the operation of your vehicle’s engine, Delphi Electronics radio or other systems, and even damage them.

  • Page 144: Radio With Cd (Base Level)

    Radio with CD (Base Level) Playing the Radio PWR (Power): Press this knob to turn the system on and off. VOL (Volume): Turn the knob to increase or to decrease volume. RCL (Recall): Press this knob to switch the display between time and radio station frequency.
  • Page 145 Setting Preset Stations The six numbered pushbuttons let you return to your favorite stations. You can set up to 18 stations (six AM, six FMI and six FM2) by performing the following steps: 1. Turn the radio on. 2. Press AM FM to select AM, FMI or FM2. 3.
  • Page 146 Radio Messages CAL (Calibration): Your audio system has been calibrated for your vehicle from the factory. If CAL appears on the display it means that your radio has not been configured properly for your vehicle and must be returned to the dealership for service. LOC (Locked): This message is displayed when the THEFTLOCK@ system has locked up.

  • Page 147: Radio With Cd (Up Level)

    AM FM: Press this button to play the radio when a disc is in the player. The disc will stop but remain in the player. CD: With a compact disc in the player and the radio playing, press this button to play the compact disc. CD will appear on the display.
  • Page 148 This system relies upon receiving specific information from these stations and will only work when the information is available. in rare cases, a radio station may broadcast incorrect information that will cause the radio features to work improperly. If this happens, contact the radio station.
  • Page 149 RCL (Recall): Push this knob to switch the display between the radio station frequency and the time. Pushing this knob with the ignition off will display the time. For XMTM (USA only, if your radio is equipped with XMTM Satellite Radio Service), pressing this button while in XMTM mode to retrieve various pieces of information related to the current song or channel.
  • Page 150 < > SCAN : Press and hold either arrow for two seconds until SC appears on the display and you hear a beep. The radio will go to a station, play for a few seconds, then go on to the next station. Press either arrow again to stop scanning.
  • Page 151 Adjusting the Speakers (Balance/Fade) AUDIO: To adjust the balance between the right and the left speakers, press and release the AUDIO button until BAL appears on the display. Press the knob above the AUDIO button to extend knob to move the sound toward the left or the right speakers.
  • Page 152 Setting Preset PTYs (RDS Only) The six numbered pushbuttons let you return to your favorite program types (PTYs). These pushbuttons have factory PTY presets. You can set up to 12 PTYs (six FMI and six FM2) by performing the following steps: 1 Press BAND to select FMI or FM2.
  • Page 153 For DAB (Canada only, if your radio is equipped with DAB), when the TRAF button pressed, DAB does not seek to a station that broadcasts traffic. DAB only checks the current frequency for traffic support. Traffic Interrupt Feature: Your radio can interrupt the play of a CD, or XMTM, or DAB station.
  • Page 154 Radio Display Message XL (Explicit Language XL on the radio display, Channels) after the channel name, indicates content with explicit language. Updating Updating encryption code No Signal Loss of signal Loading XM Acquiring channel audio (after 4 second delay) CH Off Air Channel not in service CH Unavail Channel no longer...
  • Page 155 Radio Display Action Message Category Name not available No TexVlnformational message available Not Found No channel available for the chosen category XM Locked Theft lock active Radio ID Radio ID label (channel 0) Unknown Radio ID not known (should only be if hardware failure) Chk XMRcvr Hardware failure...
  • Page 156 Playing a Compact Disc With the ignition on, insert a disc partway into the slot, label side up. The player will pull it in and the disc should begin playing. If you want to insert a CD when the ignition is off, first press the eject button or the RCL knob.

  • Page 157: Radio With Cassette And Cd

    CD: Press this button to play a CD when listening to the radio. The CD symbol will appear on the display. (Eject): Press this button to eject a CD. Eject may be activated with either the ignition or radio off. CDs may be loaded with the radio and ignition off if this button is pressed first.
  • Page 158 This system relies upon receiving specific information from these stations and will only work when the information is available. In rare cases, a radio station may broadcast incorrect information that will cause the radio features to work improperly. If this happens, contact the radio station.
  • Page 159 RCL (Recall): Push this knob to switch the display between the radio station frequency and the time. Pushing this knob with the ignition off Will display the time. For XMTM (USA only, if your radio is equipped with XMTM Satellite Radio Service), pressing this button while in XMTM mode to retrieve various pieces of information related to the current song or channel.
  • Page 160 < > SCAN : Press and hold either arrow for two seconds until SC appears on the display and you hear a beep. The radio will go to a station, play for a few seconds, then go on to the next station. Press either SCAN arrow again to stop scanning.

  • Page 161: Adjusting Speakers

    Adjusting the Speakers (Balance/Fade) AUDIO: To adjust balance between the right and the left speakers, press and release the AUDIO button until BAL appears on the display. Press the knob above the AUDIO button to extend it, then turn the knob to move the sound toward the left or the right speakers.
  • Page 162 BAND (Alternate Frequency): Alternate frequency allows the radio to switch to a stronger station with the same program type. Press and hold BAND for two seconds to turn alternate frequency on. AF ON will appear on the display. The radio may switch to stronger stations.
  • Page 163 TRAF (Traffic): TRAF will appear on the display if the tuned station broadcasts traffic announcements. To receive the traffic announcement from the tuned station, press this button. Brackets will be displayed around TRAF and when a traffic announcement comes on the tuned radio station you will hear If the current tuned station does not broadcast traffic announcements, press this button and the radio...
  • Page 164 XMTM Radio Messages indicates content with 3-59...
  • Page 165 Radio Display Message No Info Found XM Locked Radio ID Unknown Chk XMRcvr 3-60 XMTM Radio Messages (cont’d) Action Required...
  • Page 166 Playing a Cassette Tape Your tape player is built to work best with tapes that are up to 30 to 45 minutes long on each side. Tapes longer than that are so thin they may not work well in this player. The longer side with the tape visible should face to the right.
  • Page 167 < > SCAN : Press and hold either arrow for more than two seconds until you hear a beep and SCAN appears on the display. The tape will go to the next selection, play for a few seconds, then go on to the next selection.
  • Page 168 Playing a Compact Disc With the ignition on, insert a disc partway into the slot, label side up. The player will pull it in and the disc should begin playing. If you want to insert a CD when the ignition is off, first press the eject button or the RCL knob.

  • Page 169: Theft-Deterrent Feature (Non-Rds Radios)

    TP CD (Tape): Press this button to play a cassette tape or a CD when listening to the radio. Press TP CD to switch between the tape and compact disc if both are loaded. The inactive tape or CD will remain safely inside the radio for future listening.

  • Page 170: Understanding Radio Reception

    Understanding Radio Reception The range for most AM stations is greater than for FM, especially at night. The longer range, however, can cause stations to interfere with each other. AM can pick up noise from things like storms and power lines. Try reducing the treble to reduce this noise if you ever get it.

  • Page 171: Care Of Your Cds

    The cut tape detection feature of your cassette tape player may identify the cleaning cassette as a damaged tape, in error. To prevent the cleaning cassette from being ejected, use the following steps. 1. Turn the ignition on. 2. Turn the radio off.

  • Page 172: Xm Satellite Radio Antenna System

    Notice; Do not try to clear frost or other material from the inside of the rear window with a razor blade or anything else that is sharp. This may damage the rear defogger grid and affect your radio’s ability to pick up stations clearly. The repairs wouldn’t be covered by your warranty.

  • Page 174: Driving Your Vehicle

    Section Your Driving. the Road. Your Vehicle Defensive Driving Drunken Driving Control of a Vehicle Braking Enhanced Traction System (ETS) Steering Off-Road Recovery Passing Loss of Control Driving at Night Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads City Driving Driving Your Vehicle Freeway Driving Before Leaving on a Long Trip 4 .

  • Page 175: Your Driving. The Road

    Your Driving, the Road, and Your Vehicle Defensive Driving The best advice anyone can give about driving is: Drive defensively. Please start with a very important safety device in your vehicle: Buckle up. See Safety Belts: They Are for Everyone on page 1-9. Defensive driving really means “be ready for anything.”...
  • Page 176 Many adults by some estimates, nearly half the adult population choose never to drink alcohol, so they never drive after drinking. For persons under 21, it’s against the law in every US. state to drink alcohol. There are good medical, psychological and developmental reasons for these laws.
  • Page 177 There is a gender difference, too. Women generally have a lower relative percentage of body water than men. Since alcohol is carried in body water, this means that a woman generally will reach a higher BAC level than a man of her same body weight when each has the same number of drinks.

  • Page 178: Control Of A Vehicle

    There’s something else about drinking and driving that many people don’t know. Medical research shows that alcohol in a person’s system can make crash injuries worse, especially injuries to the brain, spinal cord or heart. This means that when anyone who has been drinking driver or passenger crash, that person’s chance of being killed or...

  • Page 179: Braking

    Braking Braking action involves perception time and reaction time. First, you have to decide to push on the brake pedal. That’s perception time. Then you have to bring up your foot and do it. That’s reaction time. Average reaction time is about that’s only an average.
  • Page 180 When you start your engine, or when you begin to drive away, your anti-lock brake system will check itself. You may hear a momentary motor or clicking noise while this test is going on, and you may even notice that your brake pedal moves or pulses a little.
  • Page 181 As you brake, your computer keeps receiving updates on wheel speed and controls braking pressure accordingly. Remember: Anti-lock doesn’t change the time you need to get your foot up to the brake pedal or always decrease stopping distance. If you get too close to the vehicle in front of you, you won’t have time to apply your brakes if that vehicle suddenly slows or stops.

  • Page 182: Enhanced Traction System (Ets)

    In an emergency, you will probably want to squeeze the brakes hard without locking the wheels. If you hear or feel the wheels sliding, ease off the brake pedal. This will help you retain steering control. If you do have anti-lock, it’s different.

  • Page 183: Steering

    To turn the system on or off, press the ETS button on the center console. When you turn the system off, the Enhanced Traction System warning light will come on and stay on. If the Enhanced Traction System is limiting wheel spin when you press the button to turn the system off, the warning light will come on and the indicator light will go off...
  • Page 184 Suppose you’re steering through a sharp curve. Then you suddenly accelerate. Both control systems steering and braking where the tires meet the road. Unless you have four-wheel anti-lock brakes, adding the hard braking can demand too much of those places. You can lose control.

  • Page 185: Off-Road Recovery

    An emergency like this requires close attention and a quick decision. If you are holding the steering wheel at the recommended 9 and 3 o’clock positions, you can turn it a full 180 degrees very quickly without removing either hand. But you have to act fast, steer quickly, and just as quickly straighten the wheel once you have avoided the object.
  • Page 186 The driver of a vehicle about to pass another on a two-lane highway waits for just the right moment, accelerates, moves around the vehicle ahead, then goes back into the right lane again. A simple maneuver? Not necessarily! Passing another vehicle on a two-lane highway is a potentially dangerous move, since the passing vehicle occupies the same lane as oncoming traffic for several seconds.

  • Page 187: Loss Of Control

    Check your mirrors, glance over your shoulder, and start your left lane change signal before moving out of the right lane to pass. When you are far enough ahead of the passed vehicle to see its front in your inside mirror, activate your right lane change signal and move back into the right lane.

  • Page 188: Driving At Night

    Of course, traction is reduced when water, snow, gravel or other material is 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.
  • Page 189 Here are some tips on night driving. Drive defensively. Don’t drink and drive. Adjust your inside rearview mirror to reduce the glare from headlamps behind you. Since you can’t see as well, you may need to slow down and keep more space between you and other vehicles.

  • Page 190: Driving In Rain And On Wet Roads

    Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads Rain and wet roads can mean driving trouble. On a wet road, you can’t stop, accelerate or turn as well because your tire-to-road traction isn’t as good as on dry roads. And, if your tires don’t have much tread left, you’ll get even less traction.
  • Page 191 Driving too fast through large water puddles or even going through some car washes can cause problems, too. The water may affect your brakes. Try to avoid puddles. But if you can't, try to slow down before you hit them. -Yet bl_.__ es can cause a c J e n t s .
  • Page 192 Hydroplaning doesn’t happen often. But tires do not have much tread or if the pressure in one or more is low. It can happen if a lot of water is standing on the road. If you can see reflections from trees, telephone poles or other vehicles, and raindrops “dimple”...

  • Page 193: City Driving

    City Driving 4-20 One of the biggest problems with city streets is the amount of traffic on them. You’ll want to watch out for what the other drivers are doing and pay attention to traffic signals. Here are ways to increase your safety in city driving: Know the best way to get to where you are going.

  • Page 194: Freeway Driving

    Freeway Driving Mile for mile, freeways (also called thruways, parkways, expressways, turnpikes or supernignwaysj are ine safest of all roads. But they have their own special rules. The most important advice on freeway driving is: Keep up with traffic and keep to the right. Drive at the same speed most of the other drivers are driving.

  • Page 195: Before Leaving On A Long Trip

    The exit ramp can be curved, sometimes quite sharply. The exit speed is usually posted. Reduce your speed according to your speedometer, not to your sense of motion. After driving for any distance at higher speeds, you may tend to think you are going slower than you actually are.

  • Page 196: Hill And Mountain Roads

    What can you do about highway hypnosis? First, be aware that it can happen. Then here are some tips: Make sure your vehicle is well ventilated, with a comfortably cool interior. Keep your eyes moving. Scan the road ahead and to the sides.
  • Page 197 If you drive regularly in steep country, or if you’re planning to visit there, here are some tips that can make your trips safer and more enjoyable. Keep your vehicle in good shape. Check all fluid levels and also the brakes, tires, cooling system and transaxle.

  • Page 198: Winter Driving

    Winter Driving Here are some tips for winter driving: Have your vehicle in good shape tor winter. You may want to put winter emergency supplies in your trunk. Include an ice scraper, a small brush or broom, a supply of windshield washer fluid, a rag, some winter outer clothing, a small shovel, a flashlight, a red -.--I - - .
  • Page 199 Driving on Snow or Most of the time, those places where your tires meet the road probably have good traction. However, if there is snow or ice between your tires and the road, you can have a very slippery situation. You’ll have a lot less traction or “grip”...
  • Page 200 Remember, unless you have anti-lock, if you brake so hard that your wheels stop rolling, you’ll just slide. Brake so your wheels always keep rolling and you can still steer. Whatever your braking system, allow greater following distance on any slippery road. Watch for slippery spots.
  • Page 201 Here are some things to do to summon help and keep yourself and your passengers safe: Turn on your hazard flashers. Tie a red cloth to your vehicle to 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 insulators from newspapers, burlap bags, rags, floor mats...

  • Page 202: If You Are Stuck: In Sand, Mud, Ice Or Snow

    Run your engine only as long as you must. This saves fuel. When you run the engine, make it go a iiliie faster than iust idle. That is, push the accelerator slightly. This uses less fuel for the heat that you get and it keeps the battery charged.
  • Page 203 Notice: Spinning your wheels can destroy parts of your vehicle as well as the tires. If you spin the wheels too fast while shifting your transaxle back and forth, you can destroy your transaxle. See “Rocking Your Vehicle To Get It Out.” For information about using tire chains on your vehicle, Chains see Tire...

  • Page 204: Towing

    Towing Towing Your Vehicle Consult your dealer or a professional towing service if you need to have your disabled vehicle towed. See Roadside Assistance Program on page 7-5. If you want to tow your vehicle behind another vehicle for recreational purposes (such as behind a motorhome), see Recreational Vehicle Towing on page 4-31.
  • Page 205 Dinghy Towing To tow your vehicle with all four wheels on the ground, follow these steps: 1. Position the vehicle tow and then secure it. 2. Turn the ignition switch to OFF. 3. Set the parking brake 4-32 4. To prevent your battery from draining while the vehicle is being towed, remove the following fuses from the left side instrument panel fuse block: WIPER, PCM ACC and IPC/BFC ACC.
  • Page 206 Notice: Make sure that the towing speed does not exceed 65 mph (1 10 km/h), or your vehicle could be badly damaged. Notice: Do not tow your vehicle from the rear. Your vehicle could be badly damaged and the repairs !?!!X!d !?e! by ;mL!r wsrrsnty.

  • Page 207: Loading Your Vehicle

    Loading Your Vehicle TIRE-LOADING INFORMATION OCCUPANTS VEHICLE CAP. WT. TOTAL MAX. LOADING & GVWR SAME AS VEHICLE CAPACITY WEIGHT TIRE SIZE PRESSURE SPEED FRT. SPA. IF TIRES ARE HOT, ADD 4PS1;28KPa SEE OWNER’S MANUAL FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION ~~~~ Two labels on your vehicle show how much weight it may properly carry.
  • Page 208 And, if you do have a heavy load, you should spread it out. Don’t carry more than 132 Ibs. (60 kg) in your trunk. Do not load your vehicle any heavier than the GVWR, or either the maximum front or rear GAWR.
  • Page 209 Towing a Trailer If you don’t use the correct equ,pment and drive properly, you can lose control when you pull a trailer. For example, if the trailer is too heavy, the brakes may not work well at all. You and your passengers could be seriously injured.
  • Page 210 And, on any special equipment that you have on your vehicle. You can ask your dealer for our trailering information or advice, or you can write us at: Oldsmobile Customer Assistance P.O. Box 33171 L’W Detroit, MI 48232-51 71...
  • Page 211 Weight of the Trailer Tongue The tongue load (A) of any trailer is an important weight to measure because it affects the total or gross weight of your vehicle. The Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) includes the curb weight of the vehicle, any cargo you may carry in it, and the people who will be riding in the vehicle.
  • Page 212 Total Weight on Your Vehicle’s Tires Be sure your vehicle’s tires are inflated to the upper limit for cold tires. You’ll find these numbers on the Tire Loading Information label at the rear edge of the driver’s door or see Loading Your Vehicle on page 4-34. Then be sure you don’t go over the GVW limit for your vehicle, including the weight of the trailer tongue.
  • Page 213 Driving with a Trailer Towing a trailer requires a certain amount of experience. Before setting out for the open road, you’ll want to get to know your rig. Acquaint yourself with the feel of handling and braking with the added weight of the trailer. And always keep in mind that the vehicle you are driving is now a good deal longer and not nearly as responsive as your vehicle is by itself.
  • Page 214 Turn Signals When Towing a Trailer When you tow a trailer, your vehicle may need a different turn signal flasher and/or extra wiring. Check with your dealer. The arrows on your instrument panel will flash whenever you signal a turn or lane change.
  • Page 215 When You Are Ready to Leave After Parking on a Hill 1. Apply your regular brakes and hold the pedal down while you: start your engine, shift into a gear, and release the parking brake. 2. Let up on the brake pedal. 3.

  • Page 216: Service And Appearance Care

    Section 5 Service ... Doing Your Own Service Work Adding Equipment to the Outside of Your Vehicle ... Fuel Gasoline Octane Gasoline Specifications California Fuel Additives ... Fuels in Foreign Countries Filling Your Tank ... Fillins a Portable Fuel Container .. Checking Things Under the Hood Hood Release...
  • Page 217 Section 5 Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement ... 5-52 Tires Inflation Tire Pressure Tire Inspection and Rotation When It Time for New Tires ... Buying New Tires ... Uniform Tire Quality Grading Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance Wheel Replacement ... Tire Chains If a Tire Goes Flat ...

  • Page 218: Service

    Service Your dealer knows your vehicle best and wants you to be happy with it. We hope you’ll go to your dealer for all your service needs. You’ll get genuine GM parts and GM-trained and supported service people. We hope you’ll want to keep your GM vehicle all GM. Genuine GM parts have one of these marks:...

  • Page 219: Doing Your Own Service Work

    Doing Your Own Service Work If you want to do some of your own service work, you’ll want to use the proper service manual. It tells you much more about how to service your vehicle than this manual can. To order the proper service manual, see Service Publications Ordering Information on page 7- 10.

  • Page 220: Fuel

    Fuel Use of the recommended fuel is an important part of the proper maintenance of your vehicle. Gasoline Octane Use regular unleaded gasoline with a posted octane of 87 or higher. If the octane is less than 87, you may get a heavy knocking noise when you drive.

  • Page 221: California Fuel

    California Fuel If your vehicle is certified to meet California Emission Standards (see the underhood emission control label), it is designed to operate on fuels that meet California specifications. If this fuel is not available in states adopting California emissions standards, your vehicle will operate satisfactorily on fuels meeting federal specifications, but emission control system performance may be affected.

  • Page 222: Filling Your Tank

    Filling Your Tank Fuel vapor is highly flammable. It burns violently, and that can cause very bad injuries. Don’t smoke if you’re near fuel or refueling your vehicle. Keep sparks, flames and smoking materials away from fuel. The tethered fuel cap is behind a hinged door on the passenger’s side of the vehicle.
  • Page 223 If you get fuel on yourself and then somett - - g ignites it, you could be badly burned. Fuel can spray out on you if you open the fuel cap too quickly. This spray can happen nearly full, and is more likely in hot weather. Open the fuel cap slowly and wait for any “hiss”...

  • Page 224: Checking Things Under

    Checking Things Under the HnDd An electric fan under the hood can start up and injure you even when the engine is not running. Keep hands, clothing and tools away from any underhood electric fan. Thi , s thai urn can on hot engir parts and start a fire.

  • Page 225: Hood Release

    Hood Release To open the hood, do the following: 1. Pull the handle located under the instrument panel on the driver’s side of the vehicle. 2. Then go to the front of the vehicle and pull up on the secondary hood release.
  • Page 226 3. Lift the hood. 4. Release the hood prop rod from its retainer and put the hood prop into the slot in the hood marked PROP ROD. Before closing the hood, be sure all the filler caps are on properly. Then lift the hood to relieve pressure on the hood prop.

  • Page 227: Engine Compartment Overview

    Engine Compartment Overview When you open the hood on the 2.2L L4 ECOTECTM engine, you'll see the following: 5-1 2...
  • Page 228 A. Engine Coolant Surge Tank B. Engine Oil Dipstick C. Engine Oil Fill Cap D. Brake Fluid Reservoir E. Power Steering Fluid Reservoir F. Engine Compartment Fuse Block G. Engine Air Cleaner/Filter H. Battery I. Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir...
  • Page 229 When you open the hood on the 3400 V6 engine, you'll see the following: A. Engine Coolant Surge Tank B. Power Steering Fluid Reservoir C. Engine Oil Fill Cap D. Engine Oil Dipstick 5-1 4 E. Brake Fluid Reservoir F. Engine Air Cleaner/Filter G.

  • Page 230: Engine Oil

    Engine Oil If the LOW OIL light appears on the instrument cluster, it means you need to check your engine oil level right away. 3400 V6 Engine Only For more information, see Low Oil page 3-35. YOU should check your engine oil level regularly; this is an added reminder.
  • Page 231 3400 V6 Engine The engine dipstick handle is yellow. The dipstick on the 2.2L L4 ECOTEC engine is located at the front of the engine compartment. The dipstick on the 3400 V6 engine is located at the front of the engine, behind the fan.
  • Page 232 When to Add Engine Oil If the oil is at or below the MIN mark for the 2.2L L4 ECOTEC engine or below the cross-hatched area at the tip of the dipstick for the 3400 V6 engine, then you’ll need to add at least one quart of oil. But you must use the right kind.
  • Page 233 What Kind of Engine Oil to Use Oils recommended for your vehicle can be identified by looking for the starburst symbol. This symbol indicates that the oil has been certified by the American Petroleum Institute (API). Do not use any oil which does not carry this starburst symbol. If you choose to perform the engine oil change service yourself, be sure...
  • Page 234 As in the chart shown previously, SAE 5W-30 is the only viscosity grade recommended for your vehicle. You should look for and use only oils which have the API Starburst symbol and which are also identified as SAE 5W-30. If you cannot find such SAE 5W-30 oils, you can use an SAE 1OW-30 oil which has the API Starburst symbol, if it’s going to be 0°F (-18°C) or above.
  • Page 235 How to Reset the Change Oil Light The GM Oil Life SystemTM calculates when to change your engine oil and filter based on vehicle use. Anytime your oil is changed, reset the system so it can calculate when the next oil change is required. If a situation occurs where you change your oil prior to a CHANGE OIL light being turned on, reset the system.
  • Page 236 Engine Air Cleaner/Filter 2.2L L4 ECOTEC Engine shown, 3400 V6 Engine similar The engine air cleanedfilter is located in the engine compartment on the driver’s side of the vehicle. See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5- i2 ior more information on location. To check or replace the engine air cleaner/filter, do the following: 1.

  • Page 237: Manual Transaxle Fluid

    Automatic Transaxle Fluid It is not necessary to check the transaxle fluid level. A transaxle fluid leak is the only reason for fluid loss. If a leak occurs, take the vehicle to the dealership service department and have it repaired as soon as possible.

  • Page 238: Engine Coolant

    When to Check and What to Use Schedule to determine how often you should check the fluid level in your master cylinder reservoir and for the proper fluid. See Part B: Owner Checks and Services on page 6-9 and Part D: Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6- 15.
  • Page 239 Notice: When adding coolant, it is important that you use only DEX-COOL@ (silicate-free) coolant. If coolant other than DEX-COOL is added to the system, premature engine, heater core or radiator corrosion may result. In addition, the engine coolant will require change sooner (50,000 km) or 24 months, whichever occurs first.
  • Page 240 Checking Coolant 2.2L L4 ECOTEC Engine shown, 3400 V6 Engine similar The coolant surge tank is located in the engine compartment on the passenger’s side of the vehicle. See Engine Compartment Overview for more information location. Turning the surge tank pressure cap when the engine and radiator are hot can allow steam and scalding liquids to blow out and burn you badly.

  • Page 241: Engine Overheating

    Adding Coolant If you need more coolant, add the proper DEX-COOL@ coolant mixture at the surge tank, but only when the engine is cool. If the surge tank is empty, a special fill procedure is necessary. See Engine Overheating on page 5-26 and “How to Add Coolant to the Coolant Surge Tank under Cooling System on page 5-28 for instructions.
  • Page 242 Steam from an overheated engine can burn you badly, even if you just open the hood. Stay away from the engine if you see or hear steam coming from Just turn it off everyone away from the vehicle until down. Wait until there is no sign of steam or coolant before you open the hood.

  • Page 243: Cooling System

    If you no longer have the overheat warning, you can drive. Just to be safe, drive slower for about 10 minutes. If the warning doesn’t come back on, you can drive normally. If the warning continues, pull over, stop, and park your vehicle right away.
  • Page 244 An electric engine cooling fan under the hood can start up even when the engine is not running and can injure you. Keep hands, clothing and tools away from any underhood electric fan. If the coolant inside the coolant surge tank is boiling, don’t do anything else until it cools down.
  • Page 245 Heater a -ldiatoL -.oses, and other engine _ . _ _ parts, can be very hot. Don’t touch them. If you do, you can be burned. Don’t run the engine if there is a leak. If you run the engine, could lose all coolant.
  • Page 246 If no coolant is visible in the surge tank, add coolant as follows: Steam and scalding liquids from a hot cooling system can blow out and burn you badly. They are under pressure, and if you turn the radiator pressure cap even a little they can come out at high speed.
  • Page 247 system can be dangerous. Plain water, or some other liquid such as alcohol, can boil before the proper coolant mixture will. Your vehicle’s coolant warning system is set for the proper coolant mixture. With plain water or the wrong mixture, your engine could get too hot but you wouldn’t get the overheat warning.
  • Page 248 1. Park the vehicle on a level surface. You can remove the coolant surge tank pressure cap when the cooling system, including the coolant surge tank pressure cap and upper radiator hose, is no longer hot. Turn the pressure cap slowly / l o f t \ t - n n r n t n r t - l n t - b t n r i c n h r r n...
  • Page 249 3. Then fill the coolant surge tank with the proper mixture, to the hash mark on the label. Wait about five minutes, then check to see if the level is below the hash mark. If the level is below the hash mark, add additional coolant to bring the level up to the hash mark.

  • Page 250: Power Steering Fluid

    5. Then replace the pressure cap. Be sure the pressure cap is hand-tight and fully seated. See your dealer, if necessary. Power Steering Fluid When to Check Power Steering Fluid It is not necessary to regularly check power steering fluid unless you suspect there is a leak in the system or you hear an unusual noise.

  • Page 251: Windshield Washer Fluid

    How to Check Power Steering Fluid Turn the key off, let the engine compartment cool down, wipe the cap and the top of the reservoir clean, then unscrew the cap and wipe the dipstick with a clean rag. Replace the cap and completely tighten it. Then remove the cap again and look at the fluid level on the dipstick.
  • Page 252 The windshield washer fluid reservoir is located in the engine compartment towards the front of the vehicle. Open the cap with the washer symbol on it. Add washer fluid until the tank is full. Notice: When using concentrated washer fluid, follow the manufacturer’s instructions for adding water.

  • Page 253: Brakes

    Brakes Brake Fluid Your brake master cylinder reservoir is on the driver’s side of the engine compartment. It is filled with DOT-3 brake fluid. See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5- 72. 5-38 There are only two reasons why the brake fluid level in the reservoir might go down.
  • Page 254 BRAKE United States When your brake fluid falls to a low level, your brake warning light will come on. See Brake System Warning Light on page 3-28. What to Add When you do need brake fluid, use only DOT-3 brake fluid.
  • Page 255 Brake Wear Your vehicle has four-wheel disc brakes. Disc brake pads have built-in wear indicators that make a high-pitched warning sound when the brake pads are worn and new pads are needed. The sound may come and go or be heard all the time your vehicle is moving (except when you are pushing on the brake pedal firmly).

  • Page 256: Battery

    Replacing Brake System Parts The braking system on a vehicle is complex. Its many parts have to be of top quality and work well together if the vehicle is to have really good braking. Your vehicle was designed and tested with top-quality GM brake parts.

  • Page 257: Jump Starting

    Jump Starting If your battery has run down, you may want to use another vehicle and some jumper cables to start your vehicle. Be sure to follow the steps below to do it safely. Ba..,ri e s can hi.- you. - - ? y cal.
  • Page 258 An electric fan can start up even wt.-.r the engine is not running and can injure you. Keep hands, clothing and tools away from any underhood electric fan. Using a match near a battery can cause battery gas to explode. People have been hurt doing this, and some have been blinded.
  • Page 259 Don’t connect positive (+) to negative (-) or you’ll get a short that would damage the battery and maybe other parts, too. And don’t connect the negative (-) cable to the negative (-) terminal on the dead battery because this can cause sparks. 6.
  • Page 260 8. Now connect the black negative (-) cable to the negative (-) terminal of the good battery. Use a remote negative (-) terminal if the vehicle has one. Don’t let the other end touch anything until the next step. The other end of the negative (-) cable doesn’t go to the dead battery.
  • Page 261 11. Try to start the vehicle that has the dead battery. If it won’t start after a few tries, it probably needs service. Notice: Damage to your vehicle may result from electrical shorting if jumper cables are removed incorrectly. To prevent electrical shorting, take care that the cables don’t touch each other or any other metal.

  • Page 262: Headlamp Aiming

    Headlamp Aiming Your vehicle has a headlamp system equipped with horizontal and vertical aim indicators. The aim has been pre-set at the factory and should need no further adjustment. This is true even fnough your vertieai and horizontal aim indicators may not fall exactly on the “...
  • Page 263 Start with the horizontal aim. The adjustment screws can be turned with an E8 Tom Once the horizontal aim is adjusted, then adjust the vertical aim. 5-48 socket. Horizontal Aiming 1. Turn the horizontal aiming screw until the indicator lined up with zero. 2.

  • Page 264: Bulb Replacement

    Bulb Replacement For the type of bulb to use, see Replacement Bulbs on page 5-51. For any bulb changing procedure not listed in this section, contact your dealer. Halogen Bulbs Halogen bulbs have pressurized gas inside and can burst if you drop or scratch the bulb. You or others couiu be injured.

  • Page 265: Front Turn Signal And Parking Lamps

    Front Turn Signal and Parking Lamps 1. Remove the headlamp assembly. Refer to the removal procedure earlier in this section. 2. Turn the bulb assembly retainer and pull out the bulb. 3. Unclip the bulb assembly from the wiring harness. 4.
  • Page 266 1. Disconnect the cargo net in the trunk. 2. Pull back the trunk trim. 3. Remove the three wing nut bolts which fasten the taillamp lens to the vehicle. 4. Carefully remove the taillamp lens from the body and avoid scratching the paint or dropping it. 5.

  • Page 267: Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement

    Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement Windshield wiper blades should be inspected at least twice a year for wear or cracking. See “Wiper Blade Check in At Least Twice a Year on page 6-10 for more information. Replacement blades come in different types and are removed in different ways.

  • Page 268: Tires

    Your new vehicle comes with high-quality tires made by a leading tire manufacturer. If you ever have questions about your tire warranty and where to obtain service, see your Oldsmobile Warranty booklet for details. r - - Poorly maintained and improperly used tires are dangerous.

  • Page 269: Inflation

    Inflation Tire Pressure The Tire-Loading Information label, which is on the rear edge of the driver’s door, shows the correct inflation pressures for your tires when they’re cold. “Cold’’ means your vehicle has been sitting for at least three hours or driven no more than 1 mile (1.6 km).

  • Page 270: Tire Inspection And Rotation

    Tire Inspection and Rotation Tires should be rotated every 7,500 miles (12 500 km). Any time you notice unusual wear, rotate your tires as soon as possible and check wheel alignment. Also check for damaged tires or wheels. See When It Is Time for New Tires on page 5-56 and Wheel Replacement on page 5-59 for more information.

  • Page 271: I S Time For New Tires

    When It Is Time for New Tires One way to tell when it’s time for new tires is to check the treadwear indicators, which will appear when your tires have only 1/16 inch (1.6 mm) or less of tread remaining. You need a new tire if any of the following statements are true: You can see the indicators at three or more places...

  • Page 272: Uniform Tire Quality Grading

    Mixing tires could cause you to lose control while driving. If you mix tires of different sizes or types (radial and bias-belted tires), the vehicle may not handle properly, and you could have a crash. Using tires of different sizes may also cause damage to your vehicle. Be sure to use the same size and type tires on all wheels.

  • Page 273: Wheel Alignment And Tire Balance

    Treadwear The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on a specified government test course. For example, a tire graded 150 would wear one and a half (1.5) times as well on the government course as a tire graded 100.

  • Page 274: Wheel Replacement

    Wheel Replacement Replace any wheel that is bent, cracked or badly rusted or corroded. If wheel nuts keep coming loose, the wheel, wheel bolts and wheel nuts should be replaced. If the wheel leaks air, replace it (except some aluminum wheels, which can sometimes be repaired). See your dealer if any of these conditions exist.

  • Page 275: Tire Chains

    Used Replacement Wheels Putting a used wheel on your vehicle is dangerous. You can’t know how it’s been used or how far it’s been driven. suddenly and cause a crash. If you have to replace a wheel, use a new GM original equipment wheel.

  • Page 276: If A Tire Goes Flat

    Notice: If your vehicle has a tire size other than P225/50R16 size tires, use tire chains only where legal and only when you must. Use only SAE Class “S” type chains that are the proper size for your tires. Install them on the front tires and tighten them as tightly as possible with the ends securely fastened.

  • Page 277: Changing A Flat Tire

    Changing a Flat Tire If a tire goes flat, avoid further tire and wheel damage by driving slowly to a level place. Turn on your hazard warning flashers. Changing a tire can cause an injury. The vehicle can slip off the jack and roll over you or other people.
  • Page 278 Removing the Spare Tire and Tools The equipment you’ll need is in the trunk. 1. Puii the carpeting from the iioor of the trunk. Turn the center retainer nut on the compact spare tire cover counterclockwise to remove it. 2. Lift and remove the cover 3.
  • Page 279 The tools you’ll be using include the jack (A) and wheel wrench (B). 5-64 Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire 1. If your vehicle has a wheel cover or hubcap that has a plastic wheel nut cap, then loosen the plastic nut caps (you may need to use the wheel wrench to loosen them).
  • Page 280 4. Then use the wheel wrench to loosen all the wheel nuts. Don’t remove them yet. inches 5. Position the jack and raise the jack head until it fits firmly into the notch in the vehicle’s frame nearest the flat tire. Put the compact spare tire near you. Getting under a vehicle when it is jacked up is dangerous.
  • Page 281 Asing your vehic- . . _ _ _ _ _ _ . _ positioned can damage the vehicle and even make the vehicle fall. To help avoid personal injury and vehicle damage, be sure to fit the jack lift head into the proper location before raising the vehicle.
  • Page 282 9. Remove any rust or dirt from the wheel bolts, mounting surfaces and spare wheel. R---t Art on the wheel, or on the parts to which it is fastened, can make the wheel nuts become loose after a time. The wheel could come off and cause an accident.
  • Page 283 12. Lower the vehicle by turning the wheel wrench counterclockwise. Lower the jack completely. 13. Tighten the wheel nuts 5-68 Incorrect wheel nuts or improperly tightened wheel nuts can cause the wheel to come loose and even come off. This could lead to an accident.
  • Page 284 Storing the Flat Tire and Tools Storing a jack, a tire or other equipment in 1 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. Store the flat tire in the compact spare tire compartment.
  • Page 285 Storing the Spare Tire and Tools StG..ng a jack, a tire or other equipment in the 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 tire is for temporary use only.

  • Page 286: Compact Spare Tire

    Compact Spare Tire Although the compact spare tire was fully inflated when your vehicle was new, it can lose air after a time. Check the inflation pressure regularly. It should be 60 psi (420 kPa). After installing the compact spare on your vehicle, you should stop as soon as possible and make sure your spare tire is correctly inflated.

  • Page 287: Appearance Care

    Appearance Care Remember, cleaning products can be hazardous. Some are toxic. Others can burst into flames if you strike a match or get them on a hot part of the vehicle. Some are dangerous if you breathe their fumes in a closed space.
  • Page 288 FabricKarpet Your dealer has cleaners for the cleaning of fabric and carpet. They will clean normal spots and stains very well. You can get GM approved cleaning products from your dealer. See GM Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials on page 5-78. Here are some cleaning tips: Always read the instructions on the cleaner label.
  • Page 289 Vinyl Use warm water and a clean cloth. Rub with a clean, damp cloth to remove dirt. You may have to do this more than once. Things like tar, asphalt and shoe polish will stain if you don’t get them off quickly. Use a clean cloth and vinyl/leather cleaner.

  • Page 290: Care Of Safety Belts

    Care of Safety Belts Keep P + s clean and dry. noi , , , , c h or dye safety belts. If you do, it may severely weaken them. In a crash, they might not be able to provide adequate protection.
  • Page 291 Cleaning Exterior Lamps/Lenses Use only lukewarm or cold water, a soft cloth and a car washing soap to clean exterior lamps and lenses. Follow instructions under “Washing Your Vehicle.” Finish Care Occasional waxing or mild polishing of your vehicle by hand may be necessary to remove residue from the paint finish.

  • Page 292: Sheet Metal Damage

    Aluminum Wheels Keep your wheels clean using a soft clean cloth with mild soap and water. Rinse with clean water. After rinsing thoroughly, dry with a soft clean towel. A wax may then be applied. The surface of these wheels is similar to the painted surface of your vehicle.

  • Page 293: Underbody Maintenance

    Underbody Maintenance Chemicals used for ice and snow removal and dust control can collect on the underbody. If these are not removed, 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.
  • Page 294 GM Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials (cont’d) Description Removes dust, fingerprints, and surface Finish Enhancer contaminants, Spray on wipe off. Removes swirl marks, fine scratches and other Swirl Remover Polish light surface contamination. Removes light scratches Cleaner Wax and protects finish. Medium foaming shampoo.

  • Page 295: Vehicle Identification

    Vehicle Identification Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) This is the legal identifier for your vehicle. a plate in the front corner of the instrument panel, on the driver‘s side. You can see it if you look through the windshield from outside your vehicle. The VIN also appears on the Vehicle Certification and Service Parts labels and the certificates of title and registration.

  • Page 296: Electrical System

    Electrical System Add-On Electrical Equipment Notice: Don’t add anything electrical to your vehicle unless you check with your dealer first. Some electrical equipment can damage your vehicle and the damage wouldn’t be covered by your warranty. Some add-on electrical equipment can keep other components from working as they should.
  • Page 297 Instrument Panel Fuse Block (Driver's Side) WIPER t i : F) EFC BATT PCMACC PWR SEAT DALOCK BFC ACG Fuses Usage Windshield Wiper Motor, WIPER Washer Pump TRUNK Trunk Release Relay/Motor, Audio REURADIO Amplifier/RFA TURN LPS Turn Signal Lamps 5-82 Fuses PWR MIRROR AIR BAG...
  • Page 298 Instrument Panel Fuse Block (Passenger’s Side) SEE OTHER END CAF FOR FUSE PULLER &SPARE FUSES 1 ’ Fuse INST LPS CRUISE SW CRUISE SW A) INST HVAC CRUISE SW LPS C) CRUISE BLOWER HVAC BLOWER E) CRUISE CRUISE F ) FOG LPS G ) INT LPS H) RADIO BATr SUNROOF...
  • Page 299 Engine Compartment Fuse Block The engine compartment fuse block is located on the driver’s side of the engine compartment, near the battery. 5-84 Fuse Usage Ignition Switch Right Electrical Center-Fog Lamps, Radio, Body Function Control Module, Interior Lamps Left Electrical Center-Stop Lamps, Hazard Lamps, Body Function Control Module, Cluster, Climate Control System...
  • Page 300 Relays Usage Air Conditioning Compressor Not Used Fuel Pump Automatic Headlamp System Automatic Headlamp System Horn Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) Fuses Usage 23-32 Spare Fuse Holder Rear Defog A C C ~ S S G P ~ Power Outlets, Cigarette Lighter Generator Not Used...

  • Page 301: Capacities And Specifications

    Capacities and Specifications Automatic Transaxle Complete Overhaul Cooling System 2.2L L4 Engine 3400 V6 Engine Engine Oil with Filter 2.2L L4 Engine 3400 V6 Engine 5-86 Capacities 8.6 quarts 13.6 quarts 5.0 quarts 4.5 quarts 8.2 L 12.9 L 4.8 L 4.3 L...
  • Page 302 Manual Transaxle Complete Overhaul Wheel Nut Torque *ACDelco@ part number. tECOTECTM See Part D: Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6-15. 3400 Capacities (cont’d) 1.8 quarts 1 00 Ib-ft Engine Specidicatians Automatic Manual 1.7 L 140 Nom 0.060 inch 1-2-3-4-5-6 (1.52 mm) 5-87...
  • Page 303 Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts Engine Air Cleaner/Filter 2.2 L L4t Engine 3400 V6 Engine Oil Filter 2.2 L L4t Engine 3400 V6 PCV Valve Spark Plugs 2.2 L L4 Engine 3400 Windshield Wiper Blades TY Pe Passenger's Side Driver's Side *ACDelco@ part number.
  • Page 304 Section 6 Maintenance Schedule Introduction Your Vehicle and the Environment Maintenance Requirements How This Section is Organized Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services ... 6-4 Using Your Maintenance Schedule ... 6-4 Scheduled Maintenance Part B: Owner Checks and Services ... 6-9 At Each Fuel Fill ...

  • Page 305: Maintenance Schedule

    Maintenance Schedule Introduction IMPORTANT: KEEP ENGINE OIL AT THE PROPER LEVEL AND CHANGE AS RECOMMENDED Have you purchased the GM Protection Plan? The Plan supplements your new vehicle warranties. See your Warranty and Owner Assistance booklet or your dealer for details. Your Vehicle and the Environment Proper vehicle maintenance not only helps to keep your vehicle in good working condition, but also helps the...

  • Page 306: How This Section Is Organized

    How This Section is Organized This maintenance schedule is divided into five parts: “Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services” explains what to have done and how often. Some of these services can be complex, so unless you are technically qualified and have the necessary equipment, you department or should let your dealer’s service department or another...

  • Page 307: Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services

    Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services This part contains engine oil scheduled maintenance which explains the engine oil life system and how it indicates when to change the engine oil and filter. Also, listed are scheduled maintenance services which are to be performed at the mileage intervals specified. Using Your Maintenance Schedule We at General Motors want to keep your vehicle in good working condition.

  • Page 308: Scheduled Maintenance

    Scheduled Maintenance The services shown in this schedule up to 100,000 miles (1 66 000 km) should be repeated after 100,000 miles (1 66 000 km) at the same intervals for the life of this vehicle. The services shown at 150,000 miles (240 000 km) should be repeated at the same interval after 150,000 miles (240 000 km) for the life of this vehicle.
  • Page 309 If the system is ever reset accidentally, you must change your oil at 3,000 miles (5 000 km) since your last oil change. Remember to reset the oil life system whenever the oil is changed. See Engine Oil on page 5-15 for information on resetting the system. After the services are performed, record the date, odometer reading and who performed the service on the maintenance record pages in part E of this schedule.
  • Page 310 50,000 Miles (83 000 km) 0 Change automatic transaxle fluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions: In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90°F (32°C) or higher. In hilly or mountainous terrain. When doing frequent trailer towing.
  • Page 311 90,000 Miles (150 000 km) 0 Replace engine air cleaner filter. An Emission Control Service. Rotate tires. See Tire Inspection and Rotation on page 5-55 for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.) 97,500 Miles (162 500 km) 0 Rotate tires.

  • Page 312: Part B: Owner Checks And Services

    Part B: Owner Checks and Services Listed in this part are owner checks and services which should be performed at the intervals specified to help ensure the safety, dependability and emission control performance of your vehicle. Be sure any necessary repairs are completed at once. Whenever any fluids or lubricants are added to your vehicle, make sure they are the proper ones, as shown in Part D.

  • Page 313: At Least Twice A Year

    At Least Twice a Year Restraint System Check Make sure the safety belt reminder light and all your belts, buckles, latch plates, retractors and anchorages are working properly. Look for any other loose or damaged safety belt system parts. If you see anything that might keep a safety belt system from doing its job, have it repaired.
  • Page 314 Body Lubrication Service Lubricate all the door hinges and latches, including those for the hood and the trunk lid. Part D tells you what to use. More frequent lubrication may be required when exposed to a corrosive environment. Starter S---:tc" Ct---'- When you are doing this check, the vehicle could move suddenly.
  • Page 315 Ignition Transaxle Lock Check While parked, and with the parking brake set, try to turn the ignition key to OFF in each shift lever position. With an automatic transaxle, the key should turn to OFF only when the shift lever is in PARK (P). With a manual transaxle, the key should turn to OFF only when the shift lever is in reverse.

  • Page 316: Part C: Periodic Maintenance Inspections

    Part C: Periodic Maintenance Inspections Listed in this part are inspections and services which should be performed at least twice a year (for instance, each spring and fall). You should let your dealer’s service department or other qualified service center do these jobs.

  • Page 317: Fuel System Inspection

    Fuel System Inspection Inspect the complete fuel system for damage or leaks. Engine Cooling System Inspection Inspect the hoses and have them replaced if they are cracked, swollen or deteriorated. Inspect all pipes, fittings and clamps; replace as needed. Clean the outside of the radiator and air conditioning condenser.

  • Page 318: Part D: Recommended Fluids And Lubricants

    Part D: Recommended Fluids and Lubricants Fluids and lubricants identified below by name, part number or specification may be obtained from your dealer. Wlndshleld Optlkleen Washer solvent or Washer Solvent equivalent. Hydraulic Clutch Fluid (GM Part No. U.S. 12345347 in Canada Hydraulic Clutch System 10953517, or equivalent DOT-3...

  • Page 319: Part E: Maintenance Record

    Part E: Maintenance Record After the scheduled services are performed, record the date, odometer reading and who performed the service and any additional information from “Owner Checks and Services” or “Periodic Maintenance” on the following record pages. Also, you should retain all maintenance receipts. Your owner information portfolio is a convenient place to store them. 6-1 6 Maintenance Record...
  • Page 320 Maintenance Record (cont’d) 6-1 7...
  • Page 321 Maintenance Record (cont’d)

  • Page 322: Customer Assistance Information

    Section Customer Assistance Information ... 7. 2 Customer Satisfaction Procedure Customer Assistance for Text Telephone (TTY) Users ... Customer Assistance Off ices GM Mobility Program for Persons with Disabilities Roadside Assistance Program ... Customer Assistance Information Courtesy Transportation Reporting Safety Defects to the United States 7.

  • Page 323: Customer Satisfaction Procedure

    Information Customer Satisfaction Procedure Your satisfaction and goodwill are important to your dealer and to Oldsmobile. Normally, any concerns with the sales transaction or the operation of your vehicle will be resolved by your dealer’s sales or service departments. Sometimes, however, despite the best intentions of all concerned, misunderstandings can occur.

  • Page 324: Customer Assistance For Text Telephone (Tty) Users

    Customer Assistance Off ices Oldsmobile encourages customers to call the toll-free number for assistance. If a U.S. customer wishes to write to Oldsmobile, the letter should be addressed to Oldsmobile’s Customer Assistance Center. venicie age, (6537). (TTY users in Canada...
  • Page 325 United States Oldsmobile Customer Assistance Center P.O. Box 33171 Detroit, MI 48232-51 71 1-800-442-6537 1-800-833-6537 (For Text Telephone devices (TTYs)) Roadside Assistance: 1 -800-442-OLDS (6537) Fax Number: 31 3-381 -0022 From Puerto Rico: 1-800-496-9992 (English) 1-800-496-9993 (Spanish) Fax Number: 31 3-381 -0022 From U.S.

  • Page 326: Gm Mobility Program For Persons With Disabilities

    Roadside Assistance Program Security While You Travel 1 -800-442-OLDS (6537) As the proud owner of a new Oldsmobile vehicle, you are automatically enrolled in the Oldsmobile Roadside Assistance program. This value-added service is intended to provide you with peace of mind as you drive in the city or travel the open road.
  • Page 327 Vehicle model, year and color Mileage of vehicle Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) Vehicle license plate number Oldsmobile reserves the right to limit services or reimbursement to an owner or driver when, in Oldsmobile’s judgement, the claims become excessive in frequency or type of occurrence.

  • Page 328: Courtesy Transportation

    Canada or the United States. Please refer to the Warranty and Owner Assistance Information book. Courtesy Transportation Oldsmobile has always exemplified quality and value in its offering of motor vehicles. To enhance your ownership experience, we and our participating dealers are proud to offer Courtesy Transportation, a customer support program for new vehicles.
  • Page 329 Public Transportation or Fuel Reimbursement If your vehicle requires overnight warranty repairs, reimbursement up to $30 per day (five days maximum) may be available for the use of public transportation such as taxi or bus. In addition, should you arrange transportation through a friend or relative, reimbursement for reasonable fuel expenses up to $10 per day (five day maximum) may be available.

  • Page 330: Reporting Safety Defects To The United States Government

    In addition to notifying NHTSA (or Transport Canada) in a situation like this, we certainly hope you’ll notify us. Please call us at 1-800-442-6537, or write: Oldsmobile Customer Assistance Center P.O. Box 33171 Detroit, Mi 48232-51 71 In Canada, please call us at 1-800-263-3777 (Englishj or 1-800-263-7854 (French).

  • Page 331: Service Publications Ordering Information

    Service Publications Ordering Information Service Manuals Service Manuals have the diagnosis and repair information on engines, transmission, axle, suspension, brakes, electrical, steering, body, etc. RETAIL SELL PRICE: $120.00 Transmission, Transaxle, Transfer Case Unit Repair Manual This manual provides information on unit repair service procedures, adjustments, and specifications for GM transmissions, transaxles, and transfer cases.
  • Page 332 Current and Past Model Order Forms Service Publications are available for current and past model GM vehicles. To request an order form, please specify year and model name of the vehicle. ORDER TOLL FREE: 1-800-551-41 Monday-Friday 8:OO AM Eastern Time For Credit Card Orders Only (VISA-Mastercard-Discover), visit Helm, Inc.
  • Page 334 Accessory Power Outlets Adding Washer Fluid Additional Program Information Additives, Fuel Add-On Electrical Equipment Adjusting the Speakers (Balance/Fade) Air Bag Readiness Light Air Bag System, Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) Air CleanedFiIter, Engine All Overseas Locations Aluminum Wheels Antenna, Backglass Antenna, XMTM Satellite Radio System ... 3-67 Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) Anti-Lock Brake, System Warning Light Appearance Care...
  • Page 335 Backglass Antenna ... Backing Up ... Battery Battery Replacement ... Battery Run-Down Protection ... Before Leaving on a Long Trip Body Lubrication Service ... Brake Parking ... System Inspection ... System Warning Light ... Brake Adjustment ... Brake Fluid ... Brake Pedal Travel ...

  • Page 336: Checking Things Under The Hood

    Checking Engine Oil ... 5-15 Checking Things Under the Hood ... Checking Your Restraint Systems Chemical Paint Spotting ... Child Restraints Child Restraint Systems Infants and Young Children ... Lower Anchorages and Top Tethers for Children (LATCH System) Older Children ... Securing a Child Restraint Designed for the LATCH System ...
  • Page 337 Customer Assistance Information (cont.) Roadside Assistance Program Service Publications Ordering Information ... 7-1 0 Customizing the Automatic Door Locks DAB Radio Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) Defensive Driving ... Defogging and Defrosting Delayed Headlamps ... Delayed Locking ... Dinghy Towing Doing Your Own Service Work ... Dolly Towing Dome Lamp...
  • Page 338 Engine (cont.) Coolant Temperature Gage Cooling System Inspection ... Engine Compartment Overview ... Exhaust Oil ... Overheating ... Starting Engine Compartment Fuse Block Engine Coolant Level Check ... Engine Cooling When Trailer Towing Engine Oil Additives Engine Oil Level Check ... Engine Oil Scheduled Maintenance Enhanced Traction System(ETS) ...
  • Page 339 Gage Engine Coolant Temperature ... 3-31 Fuel ... Speedometer ... Tachometer ... Gasoline Octane ... Specifications ... Glass Surfaces ... Glove Box ... GM Mobility Program for Persons with Disabilities ... Head Restraints Headlamp Aiming ... 5-47 Headlamps ... Bulb Replacement Front Turn Signal and Parking Lamps Halogen Bulbs ...
  • Page 340 Inspection Brake System Engine Cooling System Exhaust System Fuel System Part C . Periodic Maintenance Steering. Suspension and Front Drive Axle Boot and Seal Throttle System Instrument Panel Cluster Overview Instrument Panel Brightness ... 3-1 6 Instrument Panel Fuse Block (Passenger's Side) instrument Panel Fuse Block (Driver's Side) ...
  • Page 341 Light (cont.) Low Oil Level ... Low Washer Fluid Warning Malfunction Indicator ... Oil Pressure Safety Belt Reminder Security Service Vehicle Soon ... 3-36 Up-Shift ... Loading Your Vehicle ... Lockout Protection ... 2-1 1 Locks Delayed Locking Door Leaving Your Vehicle ... Lockout Protection ...
  • Page 342 Matching Transmitter(s) to Your Vehicle ... 2-5 Mexico. Central America and Caribbean IslandslCountries (Except Puerto Rico and U.S. Virgin Islands) ... 7-4 Mirrors Manual Rearview Mirror Outside Convex Mirror Outside Power Mirrors Outside Remote Control Mirror New Vehicle Break-In Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts Odometer Off-Road Recovery ...
  • Page 343 Power Accessory Outlets ... 3-1 7 Door Locks ... 2-8 Electrical System ... Lift Seat ... 1-6 Steering Fluid Windows Power Steering Programmable Automatic Door Locks ... 2-8 Questions and Answers About Safety Belts Radio Messages Radios Care of Your Cassette Tape Player Care of Your CD Player ...
  • Page 344 Restraint Systems (cont.) Replacing Parts Restraints, Head ... Retained Accessory Power (RAP) ... 2-1 Right Front Passenger Position, Safety Belts Roadside Assistance Program ... Rocking Your Vehicle To Get It Out ... 4-30 Running Your Engine While You Are Parked ... 2-30 Safety BE ?It Reminder Light ...
  • Page 345 Setting the Time Radios with Radio Data Systems (RDS) Radios without Radio Data Systems (RDS) Setting the Tone (BassTTreble) ... 3.40. 3.45. Sheet Metal Damage Shift Speeds ... Shifting Into Park (P) ... Shifting Out of Park (P) Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster ... Skidding ...
  • Page 346 Tires (cont.) Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance Wheel Replacement When It Is Time for New Tires To Use the Engine Coolant Heater Top of the Instrument Panel Top Strap Top Strap Anchor Location Torque Lock ... Total Weight on Your Vehicle’s Tires ... 4-39 Towing Recreational Vehicle ...
  • Page 347 Ventilation Adjustment Vinyl Visor Vanity Mirror Visors Warning Lights. Gages and indicators Warnings Hazard Warning Flashers Other Warning Devices Safety and Symbols ... Vehicle Damage ... Washer Fluid, Low Warning Light Washing Your Vehicle ... Weatherstrip Lubrication Weight of the Trailer Weight of the Trailer Tongue What Kind of Engine Oil to Use ...

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