Page 1 2004 Oldsmobile Alero Owner Manual Seats and Restraint Systems ... 1-1 Front Seats ... 1-2 Rear Seats ... 1-8 Safety Belts ... 1-9 Child Restraints ... 1-32 Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) ... 1-54 Restraint System Check ... 1-60 Features and Controls ... 2-1 Keys ...
Page 2: How To Use This Manual
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 3 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. CAUTION: These mean there is something that could hurt you or other people.
Page 4 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 5 These are some examples of vehicle symbols you may ﬁnd on your vehicle:...
Page 6 NOTES...
Page 7: Seats And Restraint Systems
Section 1 Front Seats ...1-2 Manual Seats ...1-2 Six-Way Power Driver Seat ...1-3 Reclining Seatbacks ...1-3 Head Restraints ...1-5 Seatback Latches ...1-5 Easy Entry Seat ...1-6 Power Lift Seat ...1-7 Rear Seats ...1-8 Rear Seat Operation ...1-8 Safety Belts ...1-9 Safety Belts: They Are for Everyone ...1-9 Questions and Answers About Safety Belts ...1-13 How to Wear Safety Belts Properly ...1-14...
Page 8: Front Seats
Front Seats Manual Seats CAUTION: You can lose control of the vehicle if you try to adjust a manual driver’s seat while the vehicle is moving. The sudden movement could startle and confuse you, or make you push a pedal when you don’t want to.
Page 9 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 10 But don’t have a seatback reclined if your vehicle is moving. CAUTION: Sitting in a reclined position when your vehicle 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 11: Head Restraints
Head Restraints Slide the head restraint up or down so that the top of the restraint is closest to the top of your head. This position reduces the chance of a neck injury in a crash. Seatback Latches For two-door model vehicles, the front seatbacks fold forward to let people get into the back seat.
Page 12: Easy Entry 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 after lifting the seatback latch fully. 2.
Page 13: Power Lift Seat
Power Lift Seat If your vehicle has this feature, to move the power lift seat forward or rearward, pull up on the lever located under the front of the driver’s seat to unlock it. Slide the seat to where you want it and release the lever. Try to move the seat with your body to make sure the seat is locked into place.
Page 14: 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 15: 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. CAUTION: Don’t let anyone ride where he or she can’t wear a safety belt properly.
Page 16: Why Safety Belts Work
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. If you do have a crash, you don’t know if it will be a bad one. A few crashes are mild, and some crashes can be so serious that even buckled up, a person wouldn’t survive.
Page 17 Put someone on it. Get it up to speed. Then stop the vehicle. The rider doesn’t stop. 1-11...
Page 18 The person keeps going until stopped by something. In or the instrument panel... a real vehicle, it could be the windshield... 1-12...
Page 19: Questions And Answers About Safety Belts
or the safety belts! With safety belts, you slow down as the vehicle does. You get more time to stop. You stop over more distance, and your strongest bones take the forces. That’s why safety belts make such good sense. Questions and Answers About Safety Belts Won’t I be trapped in the vehicle after an...
Page 20: How To Wear Safety Belts Properly
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 – you and your passengers can be hurt.
Page 21: Driver Position
Driver Position This part describes the driver’s restraint system. Lap-Shoulder Belt The driver has a lap-shoulder belt. Here is 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 “Seats”...
Page 22 5. To make the lap part tight, pull down on the buckle The lap part of the belt should be worn low and snug on end of the belt as you pull up on the shoulder belt. the hips, just touching the thighs. In a crash, this applies force to the strong pelvic bones.
Page 23: 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 24 What’s wrong with this? The shoulder belt is too loose. It will not give nearly as much protection this way. 1-18 CAUTION: You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt is too loose. In a crash, you would move forward too much, which could increase injury.
Page 25 What’s wrong with this? The belt is buckled in the wrong place. CAUTION: 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 26 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 CAUTION: 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 27 What’s wrong with this? The belt is twisted across the body. CAUTION: You can be seriously injured by a twisted belt. In a crash, you wouldn’t have the full width of the belt to spread impact forces. If a belt is twisted, make it straight so it can work properly, or ask your dealer to ﬁx it.
Page 28: Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy
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 29: Rear Seat Passengers
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 30 Lap-Shoulder Belt The positions next to the windows have lap-shoulder belts. Here is how to wear one properly. 1. Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you. Do not let it get twisted. The shoulder belt may lock if you pull the belt across you very quickly.
Page 31 3. To make the lap part tight, pull down on the buckle The lap part of the belt should be worn low and snug on end of the belt as you pull up on the shoulder part. the hips, just touching the thighs. In a crash, this applies force to the strong pelvic bones.
Page 32 The safety belt locks if there is a sudden stop or a crash, or if you pull the belt very quickly out of the retractor. CAUTION: You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt is too loose. In a crash, you would move forward too much, which could increase injury.
Page 33 Center Rear Passenger Position Lap Belt When you sit in the center seating 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 34 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 1-31. 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 35 Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides for Children and Small Adults Rear shoulder belt comfort guides will provide added safety belt comfort for older children who have outgrown booster seats and for small adults. When installed on a shoulder belt, the comfort guide better positions the belt away from the neck and head.
Page 36 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 37: Safety Belt Extender
4. Buckle, position and release the safety belt as described in Rear Seat Passengers on page 1-23. Make sure that the shoulder belt crosses the shoulder. To remove and store the comfort guides, squeeze the belt edges together so that you can take them out of the guides.
Page 38: 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 39 CAUTION: 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 40: Infants And Young Children
1-34 CAUTION: Never do this. 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 this way, in a crash the child might slide under the belt.
Page 41 Every time infants and young children ride in vehicles, they should have the protection provided by appropriate restraints. Young children should not use the vehicle’s adult safety belts alone, unless there is no other choice. Instead, they need to use a child restraint. CAUTION: People should never hold a baby in their arms while riding in a vehicle.
Page 42 1-36 CAUTION: 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 and older children, but not for young children and infants.
Page 43 For most basic types of child restraints, there are many different models available. When purchasing a child restraint, be sure it is designed to be used in a motor vehicle. If it is, the restraint will have a label saying that it meets federal motor vehicle safety standards.
Page 44: Child Restraint Systems
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 or position a child on a continuous ﬂat surface. Make sure that the infant’s head rests toward the center of the vehicle.
Page 45 A forward-facing child seat (C-E) provides restraint for the child’s body with the harness and also sometimes with surfaces such as T-shaped or shelf-like shields. A booster seat (F-G) is a child restraint designed to improve the ﬁt of the vehicle’s safety belt system. Some booster seats have a shoulder belt positioner, and some high-back booster seats have a ﬁve-point harness.
Page 46 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 47: Where To Put The Restraint
Where to Put the Restraint Accident statistics show that children are safer if they are restrained in the rear rather than the front seat. We, therefore, recommend 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 48 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 an anchor point speciﬁed in Top Strap Anchor Location on page 1-43.
Page 49: Top Strap Anchor Location
Top Strap Anchor Location Your vehicle has top strap anchors already installed for the rear seating positions. You’ll ﬁnd them behind the rear seat on the ﬁller panel. Do not use a child restraint with a top strap in the right front passenger’s position because there is no place to anchor the top strap.
Page 50 In order to use the LATCH system in your vehicle, you need a child restraint designed for that system. 1-44...
Page 51 To assist you in locating the lower anchors for this child restraint system, each seating position with the LATCH system has a label on the seatback at each lower anchor position. The labels are located near the base of the rear outside seat positions.
Page 52: Securing A Child Restraint Designed For The Latch System
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. 1-47...
Page 54 1-48 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.
Page 55: Securing A Child Restraint In A Center Rear Seat Position
Securing a Child Restraint in a Center Rear Seat Position If your child restraint is equipped with the LATCH system, see Lower Anchorages and Top Tethers for Children (LATCH System) on page 1-43. See Top Strap on page 1-41 if the child restraint has one. If your child restraint does not have the LATCH system, you’ll be using the lap belt to secure the child restraint in this position.
Page 56 1-50 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.
Page 57: Securing A Child Restraint In The Right Front Seat Position
Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position If your child restraint is equipped with the LATCH system, see Lower Anchorages and Top Tethers for Children (LATCH System) on page 1-43. See Top Strap on page 1-41 if the child restraint has one. Your vehicle has a right front passenger air bag.
Page 58 A rear seat is a safer place to secure a forward-facing child restraint. If you need to secure a forward-facing child restraint in the right front seat, you will be using the lap-shoulder belt to secure the restraint in this position. Be sure to follow the instructions that came with the child restraint.
Page 59 5. Pull the rest of the shoulder belt all the way out of the retractor to set the lock. 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 System (SRS) 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 CAUTION: 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: Where Are The Air Bags
Where Are the Air Bags? The driver’s air bag is in the middle of the steering wheel. 1-56 The right front passenger’s air bag is in the instrument panel on the passenger’s side.
Page 63: When Should An Air Bag Inﬂate
CAUTION: If something is between an occupant and an air bag, the bag might not inﬂate properly or it might force the object into that person causing severe injury or even death. The path of an inﬂating air bag must be kept clear. Don’t put anything between an occupant and an air bag, and don’t attach or put anything on the steering wheel hub or on or near any other air...
Page 64: What Makes An Air Bag Inﬂate
What Makes an Air Bag Inﬂate? In an impact of sufficient severity, the air bag sensing system detects that the vehicle is in a crash. The sensing system triggers a release of gas from the inﬂator, which inﬂates the air bag. The inﬂator, air bag, and related hardware are all part of the air bag modules inside the steering wheel and in the instrument panel in front of the right front passenger.
Page 65 CAUTION: When an air bag inﬂates, there is dust in the air. This dust could cause breathing problems for people with a history of asthma or other breathing trouble. To avoid this, everyone in the vehicle should get out as soon as it is safe to do so.
Page 66: Restraint System Check
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: Replacing Restraint System Parts After A Crash
Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash CAUTION: A crash can damage the restraint systems in your vehicle. A damaged restraint system may not properly protect the person using it, resulting in serious injury or even death in a crash. To help make sure your restraint systems are working properly after a crash, have them inspected and any necessary replacements made as soon as possible.
Page 68 NOTES 1-62...
Page 69: Table Of Contents
Section 2 Keys ...2-2 Remote Keyless Entry System ...2-3 Remote Keyless Entry System Operation ...2-4 Doors and Locks ...2-7 Door Locks ...2-7 Power Door Locks ...2-8 Delayed Locking ...2-8 Programmable Automatic Door Locks ...2-9 Rear Door Security Locks ...2-10 Lockout Protection ...2-11 Leaving Your Vehicle ...2-12 Trunk ...2-12 Windows ...2-14...
Page 70: Keys
Keys CAUTION: 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. Do not leave the keys in a vehicle with children.
Page 71: Remote Keyless Entry System
One key is used for the ignition and all locks. When a new vehicle is delivered to the dealer, the key has a key tag. This tag has a bar-coded key code that tells your dealer how to make extra keys. This tag may be removed and kept by your dealer.
Page 72: Remote Keyless Entry System Operation
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: •...
Page 73: Matching Transmitter(S) To Your Vehicle
(Unlock): Press this button once to unlock the driver’s door. 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. The parking lamps will ﬂash twice to indicate unlocking has occurred.
Page 74: Battery Replacement
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 75: Doors And Locks
Doors and Locks Door Locks CAUTION: Unlocked doors can be dangerous. • Passengers — especially children — can easily open the doors and fall out of a moving vehicle. When a door is locked, the handle will not open it. You increase the chance of being thrown out of the vehicle in a crash if the doors are not locked.
Page 76: Power Door Locks
From the inside, you can lock or unlock the door by moving the manual lever forward or rearward. 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.
Page 77: Programmable Automatic Door Locks
Programmable Automatic Door Locks Programmable automatic power door locks are intended to provide enhanced security and convenience by automatically locking and unlocking doors. This features lets you program your power door locks to one of four different modes. Customizing the Automatic Door Locks for Automatic Transaxle Vehicles Mode 1: All doors automatically lock when the transaxle is shifted out of PARK (P).
Page 78: Rear Door Security Locks
Before your vehicle was shipped from the factory it was programmed in Mode 1. To determine the current mode or to change to a different mode, do the following: 1. Put an automatic transaxle in PARK (P) or a manual transaxle in REVERSE (R) with the parking brake engaged and turn the ignition to ON.
Page 79: Lockout Protection
The rear doors on your vehicle cannot be opened from the inside when this feature is in use. If you want to open a rear door when the security lock is on, do the following: 1. Unlock the door from the inside. 2.
Page 80: Leaving Your Vehicle
Leaving Your Vehicle If you are leaving your vehicle, open your door and set the locks from the inside, then get out and close the door. Trunk To unlock the trunk from the outside, insert the key and turn the trunk lock cylinder or use the remote keyless entry transmitter, if your vehicle has this feature.
Page 81: Remote Trunk Release
Remote Trunk Release Press the remote trunk release button, located on the driver’s door, to release the trunk lid. 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: Windows
Trap-Resistant Trunk Kit To help prevent a child from becoming trapped in your trunk, you can order a trap-resistant trunk kit from your dealer. This kit includes: • a modiﬁed trunk latch, • a lighted release handle, and • seatback tethers (for vehicles with folding rear seatbacks).
Page 83: Power Windows
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 Window The driver’s window switch has an express down feature. Press the rear of the switch slightly down, and the driver’s window will open a small amount.
Page 84: 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 it impossible to steal. ® Passlock ® Your vehicle has the Passlock theft-deterrent system.
Page 85: Ignition Positions
Ignition Positions With the key in the ignition switch, you can turn it to four different positions. A (OFF): This is the only position from which you can remove the key. With an automatic transaxle, the shift lever must be in PARK (P) with the ignition in OFF to remove the key.
Page 86: Starting Your 2.2L L4 Ecotec™ Engine
Retained Accessory Power (RAP) Your vehicle is equipped with a Retained Accessory Power (RAP) feature which will allow the radio to continue to work up to 10 minutes after the ignition is turned to OFF. Your radio will work when the ignition key is in ON or ACCESSORY.
Page 87: Starting Your 3400 V6 Engine
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 about three seconds.
Page 88 Engine Coolant Heater 2.2L L4 ECOTEC™ Engine 2-20 3400 V6 Engine Your vehicle may have this feature. In very cold weather, 0°C ( 18°F) or colder, the engine coolant heater can provide 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 89: To Use The Engine Coolant Heater
To Use the Engine Coolant Heater 1. Turn off the engine. 2. Open the hood and unwrap the electrical cord. On the 2.2L L4 ECOTEC™ engine, the engine coolant heater cord is located in front of the coolant surge tank on the passenger’s side. On the 3400 V6 engine, the engine coolant heater cord is located near the engine air cleaner/ﬁlter.
Page 90 Automatic Transaxle Operation Your automatic transaxle has a shift lever located on the console between the seats. PARK (P): This position locks your front wheels. It is the best position to use when you start your engine because your vehicle can not move easily. 2-22 CAUTION: It is dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the...
Page 91 Ensure the shift lever is fully in PARK (P) before starting the engine. Your vehicle has an automatic transaxle shift lock control system. You have to apply your regular brake and press the shift lever button before you can shift from PARK (P) while the ignition key is in ON. If you cannot shift out of PARK (P), ease pressure on the shift lever and push the shift lever all the way into PARK (P) as you maintain brake application.
Page 92 AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE (D): This position is for normal driving. If you need more power for passing, and you’re: • Going less than 35 mph (55 km/h), push your accelerator pedal about halfway down. • Going about 35 mph (55 km/h) or more, push the accelerator all the way down.
Page 93 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 94: Shift Speeds
Shift Speeds CAUTION: If you skip a gear when you downshift, you could lose control of your vehicle. You could injure yourself or others. Don’t shift down more than one gear at a time when you downshift. 2-26 Up-Shift Light If you have a manual transaxle, you may have a SHIFT light located on the...
Page 95: Parking Brake
Parking Brake To set the parking brake, pull up on the parking brake handle. If the ignition is on, the brake system warning light will come on. See Brake System Warning Light on page 3-28. To release the parking brake, hold the regular brake pedal down.
Page 96: Shifting Into Park (P)
Shifting Into Park (P) CAUTION: It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in PARK (P) with the parking brake ﬁrmly set. Your vehicle can roll. If you have left the engine running, the vehicle can move suddenly.
Page 97: Torque Lock
Leaving Your Vehicle With the Engine Running CAUTION: It can be dangerous to leave your vehicle with 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: Shifting Out Of Park (P)
Shifting Out of Park (P) If your vehicle has an automatic transaxle, it has an automatic transaxle shift lock control system which locks the shift lever in PARK when the ignition is in the OFF position. In addition, you have to fully apply your regular brakes before you can shift from PARK (P) when the ignition is in ON.
Page 99: Parking Over Things That Burn
Parking Over Things That Burn CAUTION: Things that can burn could touch hot exhaust parts under your vehicle and ignite. Do not park over papers, leaves, dry grass or other things that can burn. Engine Exhaust CAUTION: Engine exhaust can kill. It contains the gas carbon monoxide (CO), which you can not see or smell.
Page 100: Running Your Engine While You Are Parked
Running Your Engine While You Are Parked It is better not to park with the engine running. But if you ever have to, here are some things to know. CAUTION: Idling the engine with the climate control system off could allow dangerous exhaust into your vehicle.
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 Convex Mirror
Outside Convex Mirror Your passenger’s side mirror is convex. A convex mirror’s surface is curved so you can see more from the driver’s seat. CAUTION: A convex mirror can make things (like other vehicles) look farther away than they really are. If you cut too sharply into the right lane, you could hit a vehicle on your right.
Page 103: Center Console Storage Area
Center Console Storage Area The center console has two separate storage areas. To open, pull up on the lid. Sunroof If your vehicle has this feature, the switch is located on the headliner between the sun visors. The sunroof will only operate while the ignition is in ON. The sunroof can be opened to a vent position or it can be express-opened all of the way.
Page 104 NOTES 2-36...
Page 105: Instrument Panel
Section 3 Instrument Panel Overview ...3-2 Hazard Warning Flashers ...3-4 Other Warning Devices ...3-5 Horn ...3-5 Tilt Wheel ...3-5 Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever ...3-6 Windshield Wiper Lever ...3-9 Cruise Control ...3-10 Exterior Lamps ...3-14 Interior Lamps ...3-16 Accessory Power Outlets ...3-18 Ashtrays and Cigarette Lighter ...3-19 Climate Controls ...3-19 Climate Control System ...3-19...
Page 106: Instrument Panel Overview
Instrument Panel Overview...
Page 107 The main components of your instrument panel are the following: A. Instrument Panel Fuse Blocks. See Fuses and Circuit Breakers on page 5-90. B. Air Outlets. See Outlet Adjustment on page 3-22. C. Instrument Panel Cluster. See Instrument Panel Cluster on page 3-24. D.
Page 108: Hazard Warning Flashers
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 109: Other Warning Devices
Other Warning Devices If you carry reﬂective triangles, you can set one up at the side of the road about 300 feet (100 m) behind your vehicle. Horn You can sound the horn by pressing the horn symbol on your steering wheel. Tilt Wheel A tilt wheel allows you to adjust the steering wheel before you drive.
Page 110: Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever
Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever The lever on the left side of the steering column includes the following: • Turn and Lane-Change Signals • Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer • Flash-to-Pass • Exterior Lamps Control For information on the exterior lamps, see Exterior Lamps on page 3-14. Turn and Lane-Change Signals The turn signal has two upward (for right) and two downward (for left) positions.
Page 111 To signal a lane change, just raise or lower the lever until the arrow starts to ﬂash. Hold it there until you complete your lane change. The lever will return by itself when you release it. As you signal a turn or a lane change, if the arrows ﬂash rapidly, a signal bulb may be burned out and other drivers won’t see your turn signal.
Page 112: Headlamps On Reminder
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 113: Windshield Wiper Lever
Windshield Wiper Lever Use this lever located on the right side of the steering wheel to operate the windshield wipers. OFF: Move the lever to OFF to turn off the windshield wipers. INT (Intermittent): Move the lever to INT to choose a delayed wiping cycle.
Page 114: Cruise Control
Windshield Washer To wash your windshield, push in the button at the end of the lever until the washers begin. CAUTION: In freezing weather, do not use your washer until the windshield is warmed. Otherwise the washer ﬂuid can form ice on the windshield, blocking your vision.
Page 115 CAUTION: • Cruise control can be dangerous where you can not drive safely at a steady speed. So, do not use your cruise control on winding roads or in heavy traffic. • Cruise control can be dangerous on slippery roads. On such roads, fast changes in tire traction can cause needless wheel spinning, and you could lose control.
Page 116 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 brieﬂy.
Page 117 Passing Another Vehicle While Using Cruise Control Use the accelerator pedal to increase your speed. When you take your foot off the pedal, your vehicle will slow down to the cruise control speed you set earlier. Using Cruise Control on Hills How well your cruise control will work on hills depends upon your speed, load and the steepness of the hills.
Page 118: Exterior Lamps
Exterior Lamps Headlamps See “Headlamps” under Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever on page 3-6. Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) can make it easier for others to see the front of your vehicle during the day. DRL can be helpful in many different driving conditions, but they can be especially helpful in the short periods after dawn and before sunset.
Page 119: Automatic Headlamp System
Automatic Headlamp System When it is dark enough outside, your Automatic Headlamp System will turn on your headlamps at the normal brightness along with other lamps such as the taillamps, sidemarker, parking lamps and the instrument panel lights. The radio lights will also be dim. Your vehicle is equipped with a light sensor on the top of the instrument panel under the defroster grill, so be sure it is not covered which will cause the system...
Page 120: Interior Lamps
Delayed Headlamps The delayed headlamps feature will continue to illuminate the headlamps for 20 seconds after the key is turned to OFF, then the headlamps will automatically turn off. To override the 20 second delayed headlamp feature while it is active turn the turn signal/multifunction lever up one position and then back to AUTO.
Page 121: Entry/Exit Lighting
Entry/Exit Lighting The lamps inside your vehicle will go on when you open any door. These lamps will fade out after about 10 seconds after all of the doors have been closed or when the ignition is turned to ON. These lamps will also go on when you press the trunk release, unlock symbol button or the horn symbol on the remote keyless entry system transmitter (if equipped).
Page 122: Accessory Power Outlets
Accessory Power Outlets With accessory power outlets you can plug in auxiliary electrical equipment such as a cellular telephone or CB radio. The accessory power outlet is located to the left of the glovebox on the lower side of the instrument panel and behind a ﬂip-out door.
Page 123: Ashtrays And Cigarette Lighter
Ashtrays and Cigarette Lighter To use the lighter, push it in all the way and let go. Notice: If you put papers or other ﬂammable items in the ashtray, hot cigarettes or other smoking materials could ignite them and possibly damage your vehicle.
Page 124 (Floor): This mode directs most of the air to the ﬂoor outlets with some air directed to the side windows. The right knob can also be used to select defog or defrost modes. Information on defogging and defrosting can be found later in this section.
Page 125: Defogging And Defrosting
On hot days, open the windows to let hot inside air escape; then close them. This helps to reduce the time it takes for your vehicle to cool down. It also helps the system to operate more efficiently. For quick cool down on hot days: 1.
Page 126: Outlet Adjustment
Rear Window Defogger The rear window defogger uses a warming grid to remove fog from the rear window. < Rear: Press this button to turn the rear window defogger on or off. An indicator light in the button will come on to let you know that the rear window defogger is activated.
Page 127: Warning Lights, Gages And Indicators
• When an objectionable odor outside the vehicle is encountered, use the recirculation mode, with the temperature knob at a comfortable setting to prevent the odor from entering the vehicle through the ventilation system. This can be helpful when driving through a long tunnel with poor ventilation.
Page 128: 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 129: Speedometer And Odometer
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 130: Safety Belt Reminder Light
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 several more.
Page 131: Charging System Light
If the air bag readiness light stays on after you start the vehicle or comes on when you are driving, your air bag system may not work properly. Have your vehicle serviced right away. CAUTION: If the air bag readiness light stays on after you start your vehicle, it means the air bag system may not be working properly.
Page 132: Up-Shift Light
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. See Manual Transaxle Operation on page 2-25. Brake System Warning Light Your vehicle’s hydraulic brake system is divided into two parts.
Page 133: Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light
CAUTION: Your brake system may not be working properly if the brake system warning light is on. Driving with the brake system warning light on can lead to an accident. If the light is still on after you have pulled off the road and stopped carefully, have the vehicle towed for service.
Page 134: Enhanced Traction System Warning Light
Enhanced Traction System Warning Light If your vehicle has the Enhanced Traction System (ETS), this warning light should come on brieﬂy as you start the engine. If the warning light doesn’t come on then, have it ﬁxed so it will be ready to warn you if there’s a problem. If the warning light stays on, or comes on when you’re driving, there may be a problem with your Enhanced Traction System and your vehicle may need service.
Page 135: Enhanced Traction System Active Light
Enhanced Traction System Active Light If your vehicle has the Enhanced Traction System (ETS), this light will come on when the system is limiting wheel spin. Slippery road conditions may exist if the Enhanced Traction System active light comes on, so adjust your driving accordingly.
Page 136: Low Coolant Warning Light
Low Coolant Warning Light This light comes on brieﬂy when you turn your ignition on. If this light comes on and stays on and you hear a chime, the coolant level in your vehicle is low. See Engine Coolant on page 5-23. If the light is on along with an overheat warning, you may have a serious overheating problem.
Page 137: If The Light Is Flashing
This system is called OBD II (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 Is On Steady
If the light stops ﬂashing and remains on steady, see “If the Light Is On Steady” following. If the light continues to ﬂash, when it is safe to do so, stop the vehicle. Find a safe place to park your vehicle. Turn the key off, wait at least 10 seconds and restart the engine.
Page 139: Oil Pressure Light
Emissions Inspection and Maintenance Programs Some state/provincial and local governments have or may begin programs to inspect the emission control equipment on your vehicle. Failure to pass this inspection could prevent you from getting a vehicle registration. Here are some things you need to know in order to help your vehicle pass an inspection: Your vehicle will not pass this inspection if the SERVICE ENGINE SOON or CHECK ENGINE light is on or not...
Page 140: Change Engine Oil Light
When the ignition is on but the engine is not running, the light will come on as a test to show you it is working, but the light will go out when the engine is running. If it doesn’t come on with the ignition on, you may have a problem with the bulb.
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. If you’re driving and the security light comes on and ® remains on, your Passlock system is not working properly.
Page 142: Service Vehicle Soon Light
Service Vehicle Soon Light This light will come on brieﬂy when you turn the ignition to ON. It will stay on, or come on and a chime will sound if it detects a problem on the vehicle, such as a Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) or an automatic headlamp system malfunction.
Page 143: Audio System(S)
• It takes a little more or less fuel to ﬁll up than the gage indicated. For example, the gage may have indicated the tank was half full, but it actually took a little more or less than half the tank’s capacity to ﬁll the tank.
Page 144: Setting The Time For Radios With Radio Data Systems (Rds)
Setting the Time for Radios with Radio Data Systems (RDS) Press and hold HR or MN for two seconds. Then press and hold HR until the correct hour appears on the display. AM or PM will appear on the display for morning and evening hours.
Page 145: Finding A Station
Finding a Station AM FM: Press this button to switch between FM1, FM2, and AM. The display will show your selection. TUNE: Turn this knob to select radio stations. SEEK : Press the right or the left arrow to go to the next or to the previous station and stay there.
Page 146: Radio Messages
To adjust both tone controls and both speaker controls to the middle position, ﬁrst end out of audio mode by pressing another button, causing the radio to perform that function, or by waiting ﬁve seconds for the display to return to the time of day. Then press and hold the AUDIO button for more than two seconds until you hear a beep.
Page 147 As each new track starts to play, the track number will appear on the display. The CD player can play the smaller 8 cm single CDs with an adapter ring. Full-size CDs and the smaller CDs are loaded in the same manner. If playing a CD-R the sound quality may be reduced due to CD-R quality, the method of recording, the quality of the music that has been recorded, and the way the...
Page 148 SEEK : Press the right or the left arrow to go to the next or to the previous track. The track number will appear on the display. RCL (Recall): Press this knob to see the current track number or how long the current track has been playing.
Page 149: Radio With Cd (Up Level)
Radio with CD (Up Level) Radio Data System (RDS) Your audio system is equipped with a Radio Data System (RDS). RDS features are available for use only on FM stations that broadcast RDS information. With RDS, your radio can do the following: •...
Page 150 SCV (Speed-Compensated Volume): With SCV, your audio system adjusts automatically to make up for road and wind noise as you drive. Set the volume at the desired level. Press this button to select MIN, MED, or MAX. Each higher setting allows for more volume compensation at faster vehicle speeds.
Page 151 Press either SCAN arrow again to stop scanning presets. The radio will scan only to stations that are in the selected band and only to those with a strong signal. Setting Preset Stations The six numbered pushbuttons let you return to your favorite stations.
Page 152: Rds And Xm
To adjust fade between the front and the rear speakers, press and release the AUDIO button until FAD appears on the display. Press the knob above the AUDIO button to extend it, then turn the knob to move the sound to the front and the rear speakers. Pressing and holding the AUDIO button for at least two seconds will return all tone settings, to the middle position.
Page 153: Rds Messages
Setting Preset PTYs (RDS Only) The six numbered pushbuttons let you return to your favorite PTYs. These pushbuttons have factory PTY presets. You can set up to 12 PTYs (six FM1 and six FM2) by performing the following steps: 1. Press BAND to select FM1 or FM2. 2.
Page 154 TRAF (Traffic): If TRAF appears on the display, 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 it. If the current tuned station does not broadcast traffic announcements, press the TRAF button and the radio will seek to a station that does.
Page 155 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 156 Radio Display Message No Info Category Name not available No Info No Text/Informational 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...
Page 157 Playing a CD With the ignition on, insert a CD partway into the slot, label side up. The player will pull it in and the CD should begin playing. The CD symbol will appear on the display. If you want to insert a CD when the ignition is off, ﬁrst press the eject button or the RCL knob.
Page 158 SEEK : Press the left arrow to go to the start of the current track if more than eight seconds have played. Press the right arrow to go to the next track. If you hold either arrow or press it more than once, the player will continue moving backward or forward through the CD.
Page 159: Radio With Cassette And Cd
Radio with Cassette and CD Radio Data System (RDS) Your audio system is equipped with a Radio Data System (RDS). RDS features are available for use only on FM stations that broadcast RDS information. With RDS, your radio can do the following: •...
Page 160: Playing The Radio
Playing the Radio POWER: Press this knob to turn the system on and off. VOLUME: Turn this knob to increase or to decrease volume. SCV (Speed-Compensated Volume): With SCV, your audio system adjusts automatically to make up for road and wind noise as you drive. Set the volume at the desired level.
Page 161 To scan preset stations, press and hold either SCAN arrow for more than four seconds. PRESET SCAN will appear on the display. You will hear a double beep and the P will blink with the preset number. The radio will go to the ﬁrst preset station stored on your pushbuttons, play for a few seconds, then go on to the next preset station.
Page 162 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 right or the left speakers.
Page 163 BAND (Alternate Frequency): Alternate frequency allows the radio to switch to a stronger station with the same program type. To turn alternate frequency on press and hold BAND for two seconds. AF ON will appear on the display. The radio may switch to stronger stations.
Page 164 INFO (Information): If the current station has a message, INFO will appear on the display. Press this button to see the message. The message may display the artist, song title, call in phone numbers, etc. If the whole message is not displayed, parts of the message will appear every three seconds.
Page 165 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 166 Radio Display Message No Info Category Name not available No Info No Text/Informational 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...
Page 167: Playing A Cassette Tape
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 168: Cassette Tape Messages
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 169 Playing a CD With the ignition on, insert a CD partway into the slot, label side up. The player will pull it in and the CD should begin playing. The CD symbol will appear on the display. If you want to insert a CD when the ignition is off, ﬁrst press the eject button or the RCL knob.
Page 170 SEEK : Press the left arrow to go to the start of the current track if more than eight seconds have played. Press the right arrow to go to the next track. If you hold either arrow or press it more than once, the player will continue moving backward or forward through the CD.
Page 171: Theft-Deterrent Feature (Rds Radios)
Theft-Deterrent Feature (RDS Radios) ® THEFTLOCK is designed to discourage theft of your radio. The feature works automatically by learning a portion of the Vehicle Identiﬁcation Number (VIN). If the radio is moved to a different vehicle, it will not operate and LOCKED will be displayed. When the radio and vehicle are turned off, the blinking red light indicates that THEFTLOCK ®...
Page 172: Care Of Your Cds
For best results, use a scrubbing action, non-abrasive cleaning cassette with pads which scrub the tape head as the hubs of the cleaner cassette turn. The recommended cleaning cassette is available through your dealer. The cut tape detection feature of your cassette tape player may identify the cleaning cassette as a damaged tape, in error.
Page 173: Backglass Antenna
Backglass Antenna Your AM-FM antenna is integrated with your rear window defogger, located in the rear window. Be sure that the inside surface of the rear window is not scratched and that the lines on the glass are not damaged. If the inside surface is damaged, it could interfere with radio reception.
Page 174 NOTES 3-70...
Page 175: Driving Your Vehicle
Section 4 Your Driving, the Road, and Your Vehicle ...4-2 Defensive Driving ...4-2 Drunken Driving ...4-2 Control of a Vehicle ...4-5 Braking ...4-6 Enhanced Traction System (ETS) ...4-9 Steering ...4-11 Off-Road Recovery ...4-13 Passing ...4-13 Loss of Control ...4-15 Driving at Night ...4-16 Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads ...4-18 City Driving ...4-21 Driving Your Vehicle...
Page 176: Your Driving, The Road, And Your Vehicle
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 177 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 is against the law in every U.S. state to drink alcohol. There are good medical, psychological and developmental reasons for these laws.
Page 178 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 will when each has the same number of drinks.
Page 179: Control Of A Vehicle
CAUTION: Drinking and then driving is very dangerous. Your reﬂexes, perceptions, attentiveness and judgment can be affected by even a small amount of alcohol. You can have a serious — or even fatal — collision if you drive after drinking. Please do not drink and drive or ride with a driver who has been drinking.
Page 180: Braking
Braking Braking action involves perception time and reaction time. First, you have to decide to push on the brake pedal. That is perception time. Then you have to bring up your foot and do it. That is reaction time. Average reaction time is about 3/4 of a second. But that is only an average.
Page 181: Anti-Lock Brake System (Abs)
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) Your vehicle may have anti-lock brakes. ABS is an advanced electronic braking system that will help prevent a braking skid. United States If your vehicle has anti-lock brakes, this warning light on the instrument panel will come on brieﬂy when you start your vehicle.
Page 182: Braking In Emergencies
The anti-lock system can change the brake pressure faster than any driver could. The computer is programmed to make the most of available tire and road conditions. This can help you steer around the obstacle while braking hard. As you brake, your computer keeps receiving updates on wheel speed and controls braking pressure accordingly.
Page 183: Enhanced Traction System (Ets)
If you do not have anti-lock, use a “squeeze” braking technique. This will give you maximum braking while maintaining steering control. You can do this by pushing on the brake pedal with steadily increasing pressure. In an emergency, you will probably want to squeeze the brakes hard without locking the wheels.
Page 184 When the system is on and the parking brake is fully released, this warning light will come on to let you know if there’s a problem. See Enhanced Traction System Warning Light on page 3-30. When this warning light is on, the system will not limit wheel spin.
Page 185: Steering
Steering Power Steering If you lose power steering assist because the engine stops or the system is not functioning, you can steer but it will take much more effort. Steering Tips Driving on Curves It is important to take curves at a reasonable speed. A lot of the “driver lost control”...
Page 186: Steering In Emergencies
Steering in Emergencies There are times when steering can be more effective than braking. For example, you come over a hill and ﬁnd a truck stopped in your lane, or a car suddenly pulls out from nowhere, or a child darts out from between parked cars and stops right in front of you.
Page 187: Off-Road Recovery
Off-Road Recovery You may ﬁnd that your right wheels have dropped off the edge of a road onto the shoulder while you’re driving. If the level of the shoulder is only slightly below the pavement, recovery should be fairly easy. Ease off the accelerator and then, if there is nothing in the way, steer so that your vehicle straddles the edge of the pavement.
Page 188 • Do not get too close to the vehicle you want to pass while you are awaiting an opportunity. For one thing, following too closely reduces your area of vision, especially if you are following a larger vehicle. Also, you will not have adequate space if the vehicle ahead suddenly slows or stops.
Page 189: Loss Of Control
Loss of Control Let us review what driving experts say about what happens when the three control systems (brakes, steering and acceleration) do not have enough friction where the tires meet the road to do what the driver has asked. In any emergency, do not give up.
Page 190: Driving At Night
If you have the anti-lock braking system, remember: It helps avoid only the braking skid. If you do not have anti-lock, then in a braking skid (where the wheels are no longer rolling), release enough pressure on the brakes to get the wheels rolling again. This restores steering control.
Page 191 No one can see as well at night as in the daytime. But as we get older these differences increase. A 50-year-old driver may require at least twice as much light to see the same thing at night as a 20-year-old. What you do in the daytime can also affect your night vision.
Page 192: 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 not stop, accelerate or turn as well because your tire-to-road traction is not as good as on dry roads. And, if your tires do not have much tread left, you will get even less traction.
Page 193: Driving Through Deep Standing Water
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 not, try to slow down before you hit them. CAUTION: Wet brakes can cause accidents.
Page 194: Some Other Rainy Weather Tips
Driving Through Flowing Water CAUTION: Flowing or rushing water creates strong forces. If you try to drive through ﬂowing water, as you might at a low water crossing, your vehicle can be carried away. As little as six inches of ﬂowing water can carry away a smaller vehicle.
Page 195: City Driving
City Driving One of the biggest problems with city streets is the amount of traffic on them. You will 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: •...
Page 196: Freeway Driving
Freeway Driving Mile for mile, freeways (also called thruways, parkways, expressways, turnpikes or superhighways) are the 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 197: 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 198: Highway Hypnosis
Highway Hypnosis Is there actually such a condition as “highway hypnosis”? Or is it just plain falling asleep at the wheel? Call it highway hypnosis, lack of awareness, or whatever. There is something about an easy stretch of road with the same scenery, along with the hum of the tires on the road, the drone of the engine, and the rush of the wind against the vehicle that can make you sleepy.
Page 199 If you drive regularly in steep country, or if you are 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 200: Winter Driving
Winter Driving Here are some tips for winter driving: • Have your vehicle in good shape for winter. • You may want to put winter emergency supplies in your trunk. 4-26 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 cloth and a couple of reﬂective warning triangles.
Page 201: Driving On Snow Or Ice
Driving on Snow or Ice 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 will have a lot less traction or “grip”...
Page 202: If You Are Caught In A Blizzard
Remember, unless you have anti-lock, if you brake so hard that your wheels stop rolling, you will 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. •...
Page 203 • 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 — anything you can wrap around yourself or tuck under your clothing to keep warm. You can run the engine to keep warm, but be careful.
Page 204: 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 little faster than just idle. That is, push the accelerator slightly. This uses less fuel for the heat that you get and it keeps the battery charged.
Page 205: Towing
Rocking Your Vehicle To Get It Out First, turn your steering wheel left and right. That will clear the area around your front wheels. Then shift back and forth between REVERSE (R) and a forward gear (or with a manual transaxle, between FIRST (1) or SECOND (2) and REVERSE (R)), spinning the wheels as little as possible.
Page 206: Dinghy Towing
Dinghy Towing To tow your vehicle with all four wheels on the ground, follow these steps: 1. Position the vehicle to 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 207: Dolly Towing
Notice: Towing your vehicle from the rear could damage it. Also, repairs would not be covered by the warranty. Never have your vehicle towed from the rear. Dolly Towing To tow your vehicle with two wheels on the ground and a dolly, do the following: 1.
Page 208: Loading Your Vehicle
Loading Your Vehicle It is very important to know how much weight your vehicle can carry. This weight is called the vehicle capacity weight and includes the weight of all occupants, cargo and all nonfactory-installed options. Two labels on your vehicle show how much weight it may properly carry, the Tire and Loading Information label and the Certiﬁcation label.
Page 209 Example 2 A. Vehicle Capacity Weight The Tire and Loading Information label shows the seating capacity and the total weight your vehicle can properly carry. This weight is called the vehicle capacity weight. If your vehicle has the Tire and Loading Information label, Example 1, the label is attached to the center pillar, near the driver’s door latch.
Page 210 4. The resulting ﬁgure equals the available amount of cargo and luggage load capacity. For example, if the “XXX” amount equals 1400 lbs. and there will be ﬁve 150 lb. passengers in your vehicle, the amount of available cargo and luggage load capacity is 650 lbs. (1400 750 (5 x 150) = 650 lbs.).
Page 211 Example 2 Loading Your Vehicle Item Description Vehicle Capacity Weight for Example 2 = Subtract Occupant Weight 150 lbs (68 kg) x 5 = Available Cargo Weight = Total Item 1,000 lbs (453 kg) 750 lbs (340 kg) 250 lbs (113 kg) Refer to your vehicle’s tire and loading information label for speciﬁc information about your vehicle’s capacity weight and seating positions.
Page 212 Certiﬁcation Label The Certiﬁcation label is also found on the rear edge of the driver’s door. It tells you the gross weight capacity of your vehicle, called the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR). The GVWR includes the weight of the vehicle, all occupants, fuel and cargo.
Page 213: Towing A Trailer
CAUTION: Things you put inside your vehicle can strike and injure people in a sudden stop or turn, or in a crash. • Put things in the trunk of your vehicle. In a trunk, put them as far forward as you can. Try to spread the weight evenly.
Page 214: If You Do Decide To Pull A Trailer
That is the reason for this part. In it are many time-tested, important trailering tips and safety rules. Many of these are important for your safety and that of your passengers. So please read this section carefully before you pull a trailer. Load-pulling components such as the engine, transaxle, wheel assemblies and tires are forced to work harder against the drag of the added weight.
Page 215: Weight Of The Trailer Tongue
You can ask your dealer for our trailering information or advice, or you can write us at: Oldsmobile Customer Assistance P.O. Box 33171 Detroit, MI 48232-5171 In Canada, write to: General Motors of Canada Limited Customer Communication Centre, 163-005 1908 Colonel Sam Drive...
Page 216: Total Weight Of Your Vehicle's Tires
Total Weight of 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 217: Driving With A Trailer
Driving with a Trailer Towing a trailer requires a certain amount of experience. Before setting out for the open road, you will 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 218: Turn Signals When Towing A Trailer
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 219: Maintenance When Trailer Towing
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 220 NOTES 4-46...
Page 221: Service And Appearance Care
Section 5 Service ...5-3 Doing Your Own Service Work ...5-3 Adding Equipment to the Outside of Your Vehicle ...5-4 Fuel ...5-4 Gasoline Octane ...5-4 Gasoline Speciﬁcations ...5-4 California Fuel ...5-5 Additives ...5-5 Fuels in Foreign Countries ...5-6 Filling Your Tank ...5-6 Filling a Portable Fuel Container ...5-9 Checking Things Under the Hood ...5-9 Hood Release ...5-10...
Page 222 Section 5 Appearance Care ...5-81 Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle ...5-82 Care of Safety Belts ...5-84 Weatherstrips ...5-84 Cleaning the Outside of Your Vehicle ...5-85 Sheet Metal Damage ...5-87 Finish Damage ...5-87 Underbody Maintenance ...5-87 Chemical Paint Spotting ...5-87 Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials ...5-88 Service and Appearance Care Vehicle Identiﬁcation ...5-89...
Page 223: Service
Service Your dealer knows your vehicle best and wants you to be happy with it. We hope you will go to your dealer for all your service needs. You will get genuine GM parts and GM-trained and supported service people. We hope you will want to keep your GM vehicle all GM.
Page 224: Adding Equipment To The Outside Of Your Vehicle
CAUTION: (Continued) • Be sure to use the proper nuts, bolts and other fasteners. “English” and “metric” fasteners can be easily confused. If you use the wrong fasteners, parts can later break or fall off. You could be hurt. Adding Equipment to the Outside of Your Vehicle Things you might add to the outside of your vehicle can affect the airﬂow around it.
Page 225: California Fuel
In Canada, look for the “Auto Makers’ Choice” label on the pump. Canada Only 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.
Page 226: Fuels In Foreign Countries
Some gasolines that are not reformulated for low emissions may contain an octane-enhancing additive called methylcyclopentadienyl manganese tricarbonyl (MMT); ask the attendant where you buy gasoline whether the fuel contains MMT. General Motors does not recommend the use of such gasolines. Fuels containing MMT can reduce the life of spark plugs and the performance of the emission control system may be affected.
Page 227 The tethered fuel cap is behind a hinged door on the passenger’s side of the vehicle. While refueling, hang the tethered fuel cap inside the fuel door.
Page 228 To remove the fuel cap, turn it slowly to the left (counterclockwise). The fuel cap has a spring in it; if you let go of the cap too soon, it will spring back to the right. CAUTION: If you spill fuel and then something ignites it, you could be badly burned.
Page 229: Filling A Portable Fuel Container
Filling a Portable Fuel Container CAUTION: Never ﬁll a portable fuel container while it is in your vehicle. Static electricity discharge from the container can ignite the gasoline vapor. You can be badly burned and your vehicle damaged if this occurs. To help avoid injury to you and others: •...
Page 230: 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. 5-10 2. Then go to the front of the vehicle and pull up clockwise on the secondary hood release.
Page 231 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 232: Engine Compartment Overview
Engine Compartment Overview When you open the hood on the 2.2L L4 ECOTEC™ ™ engine, you’ll see the following: 5-12...
Page 233 A. Engine Coolant Surge Tank. See Cooling System on page 5-29. B. Ground. See Jump Starting on page 5-42. C. Engine Oil Dipstick. See “Checking Engine Oil” in Engine Oil on page 5-15. D. Engine Oil Fill Cap. See “When to Add Engine Oil” in Engine Oil on page 5-15.
Page 234 When you open the hood on the 3400 V6 engine, you’ll see the following: 5-14...
Page 235: Engine Oil
A. Engine Coolant Surge Tank. See Cooling System on page 5-29. B. Power Steering Fluid Reservoir. See Power Steering Fluid on page 5-35. C. Engine Oil Fill Cap. See “When to Add Engine Oil” in Engine Oil on page 5-15. D.
Page 236: When To Add Engine Oil
3400 V6 Engine 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 will need to add at least one quart of oil.
Page 237 • SAE 5W-30 As shown in the viscosity chart, SAE 5W-30 is best for your vehicle. However, if it is going to be 0°F (–18°C) or above and SAE 5W-30 is not available, you may use SAE 10W-30. These numbers on an oil container show its viscosity, or thickness.
Page 238: When To Change Engine Oil
Notice: Use only engine oil identiﬁed as meeting GM Standard GM6094M and showing the American Petroleum Institute Certiﬁed For Gasoline Engines starburst symbol. Failure to use the recommended oil can result in engine damage not covered by your warranty. ® GM Goodwrench oil meets all the requirements for your vehicle.
Page 239: What To Do With Used Oil
How to Reset the CHANGE OIL Light The GM Oil Life System 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 240: Engine Air Cleaner/Filter
Engine Air Cleaner/Filter 2.2L L4 ECOTEC™ Engine shown, 3400 V6 Engine similar See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5-12 for more information on location. 5-20 When to Inspect the Engine Air Cleaner/Filter Inspect the air cleaner/ﬁlter at every oil change and replace at the ﬁrst oil change after 25,000 miles (40 000 km).
Page 241: Automatic Transaxle Fluid
CAUTION: Operating the engine with the air cleaner/ﬁlter off can cause you or others to be burned. The air cleaner not only cleans the air, it helps to stop ﬂame if the engine backﬁres. If it is not there and the engine backﬁres, you could be burned.
Page 242: Manual Transaxle Fluid
Manual 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 243: Engine Coolant
How to Check and Add Fluid You do not need to check the ﬂuid level unless you suspect a clutch problem. To check the ﬂuid level, take the cap off. If the ﬂuid level reaches the top of the reservoir, the ﬂuid level is correct. It isn’t a good idea to top off your clutch ﬂuid.
Page 244: What To Use
What to Use Use a mixture of one-half clean, drinkable water and ® one-half DEX-COOL coolant which won’t damage aluminum parts. If you use this coolant mixture, you don’t need to add anything else. CAUTION: Adding only plain water to your cooling system can be dangerous.
Page 245: Checking Coolant
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 on page 5-12 for more information on location. CAUTION: Turning the surge tank pressure cap when the engine and radiator are hot can allow steam...
Page 246: Engine Overheating
The vehicle must be on a level surface. When your engine is cold, the coolant level should be at the FULL COLD mark, or a little higher. If the low coolant light comes on and stays on, it means you’re low on engine coolant.
Page 247: If Steam Is Coming From Your Engine
If Steam Is Coming From Your Engine CAUTION: 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 it. Just turn it off and get everyone away from the vehicle until it cools down.
Page 248: If No Steam Is Coming From Your Engine
If No Steam Is Coming From Your Engine An overheat warning, along with a low coolant light, can indicate a serious problem. See Low Coolant Warning Light on page 3-32. If you get an engine overheat warning with no low coolant light, but see or hear no steam, the problem may not be too serious.
Page 249: Cooling System
Cooling System When you decide it’s safe to lift the hood, here’s what you’ll see: 2.2L L4 Engine shown, 3400 V6 Engine similar A. Coolant Surge Tank with Pressure Cap B. Electric Engine Cooling Fan CAUTION: An electric engine cooling fan under the hood can start up even when the engine is not running and can injure you.
Page 250 The coolant level should be at or above the FULL COLD mark. If it isn’t, you may have a leak at the pressure cap or in the radiator hoses, heater hoses, radiator, water pump or somewhere else in the cooling system.
Page 251: How To Add Coolant To The Coolant Surge Tank
How to Add Coolant to the Coolant Surge Tank Notice: This vehicle has a speciﬁc coolant ﬁll procedure. Failure to follow this procedure could cause your engine to overheat and be severely damaged. If you haven’t found a problem yet, check to see if coolant is visible in the surge tank.
Page 252 CAUTION: Adding only plain water to your cooling system can be dangerous. Plain water, or some other liquid such as alcohol, can boil before the proper coolant mixture will. Your CAUTION: (Continued) 5-32 CAUTION: (Continued) vehicle’s coolant warning system is set for the proper coolant mixture.
Page 253 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. 2. Turn the pressure cap slowly counterclockwise (left) about two or two and one-half turns.
Page 254 4. 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 255: Power Steering Fluid
Power Steering Fluid 6. Replace the pressure cap. Be sure the pressure cap is hand-tight and fully seated. When to Check Power Steering Fluid See your dealer, if necessary. 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 256: How To Check Power Steering 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 257 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 258: Brakes
Brakes Brake Fluid Your brake master cylinder reservoir is ﬁlled with DOT-3 brake ﬂuid. See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5-12 for the location of the reservoir. There are only two reasons why the brake ﬂuid level in the reservoir might go down. The ﬁrst is that the brake ﬂuid goes down to an acceptable level during normal brake lining wear.
Page 259: What To Add
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. Use new brake ﬂuid from a sealed container only.
Page 260: Brake Wear
Brake Wear 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 261: Battery
Brake Pedal Travel See your dealer if the brake pedal does not return to normal height, or if there is a rapid increase in pedal travel. This could be a sign of brake trouble. Brake Adjustment Every time you make a moderate brake stop, your disc brakes adjust for wear.
Page 262: Jump Starting
Vehicle Storage If you are not going to drive your vehicle for 25 days or more, remove the black, negative ( ) cable from the battery. This will help keep your battery from running down. CAUTION: Batteries have acid that can burn you and gas that can explode.
Page 263 Notice: If the other vehicle’s system is not a 12-volt system with a negative ground, both vehicles can be damaged. Only use vehicles with 12-volt systems with negative grounds to jump start your vehicle. 2. Get the vehicles close enough so the jumper cables can reach, but be sure the vehicles aren’t touching each other.
Page 264 CAUTION: Using a match near a battery can cause battery gas to explode. People have been hurt doing this, and some have been blinded. Use a ﬂashlight if you need more light. Be sure the battery has enough water. You do not need to add water to the ACDelco installed in your new vehicle.
Page 265 6. Connect the red positive (+) cable to the positive (+) terminal of the dead battery. Use a remote positive (+) terminal if the vehicle has one. 7. Don’t let the other end touch metal. Connect it to the positive (+) terminal of the good battery.
Page 266 Don’t let the other end touch anything until the next step. The other end of the negative ( ) cable doesn’t go to the dead battery. It goes to a heavy, unpainted metal engine part or to a remote negative ( ) terminal on the vehicle with the dead battery.
Page 267 Notice: If the jumper cables are removed in the wrong order, electrical shorting may occur and damage the vehicle. The repairs would not be covered by your warranty. Remove the jumper cables in the correct order, making sure that the cables do not touch each other or other metal.
Page 268: 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 though your vertical and horizontal aim indicators may not fall exactly on the “0”...
Page 269 Start with the horizontal aim. The adjustment screws can be turned with an E8 Torx Once the horizontal aim is adjusted, then adjust the vertical aim. ® socket. Horizontal Aiming 1. Turn the horizontal aiming screw until the indicator is lined up with zero. 2.
Page 270: Bulb Replacement
Bulb Replacement For the type of bulb to use, see Replacement Bulbs on page 5-52. For any bulb changing procedure not listed in this section, contact your dealer. Halogen Bulbs CAUTION: Halogen bulbs have pressurized gas inside and can burst if you drop or scratch the bulb. You or others could be injured.
Page 271: 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 272: Taillamps, Turn Signal, And Stoplamps
Taillamps, Turn Signal, and Stoplamps A. Taillamp B. Tail/Brake Lamp C. Taillamp D. Turn Signal E. Back-Up Lamp 5-52 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.
Page 273: 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 Scheduled Maintenance on page 6-4 for more information. Replacement blades come in different types and are removed in different ways.
Page 274: Tires
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 GM Warranty booklet for details. For additional information refer to the tire manufacturer’s booklet included with your vehicle’s Owner’s Manual.
Page 275 (A) Tire Size: The tire size code is a combination of letters and numbers used to deﬁne a particular tire’s width, height, aspect ratio, construction type and service description. See the “Tire Size” illustration later in this section for more detail. (B) Tire Performance Criteria Speciﬁcation (TPC Spec): Original equipment tires designed to GM’s speciﬁc tire performance criteria have a TPC...
Page 276 (E) Tire Ply Material: The type of cord and number of plies in the sidewall and under the tread. (F) Uniform Tire Quality Grading (UTQG): Tire manufacturers are required to grade tires based on three performance factors: treadwear, traction and temperature resistance.
Page 277 (A) Temporary Use Only: The compact spare tire or temporary use tire has a tread life of approximately 3,000 miles (5 000 km) and should not be driven at speeds over 65 mph (105 km/h). The compact spare tire is for emergency use when a regular road tire has lost air and gone ﬂat.
Page 278: Tire Size
Tire Size The following illustration shows an example of a typical passenger car tire size. (A) P-Metric Tire: The United States version of a metric tire sizing system. The letter “P” as the ﬁrst character in the tire size means a passenger vehicle tire engineered to standards set by the U.
Page 279: Tire Terminology And Deﬁnitions
Tire Terminology and Deﬁnitions Air Pressure: The amount of air inside the tire pressing outward on each square inch of the tire. Air pressure is expressed in pounds per square inch (psi) or kilopascal (kPa). Accessory Weight: This means the combined weight of optional accessories.
Page 280 Load Index: An assigned number ranging from 1 to 279 that corresponds to the load carrying capacity of a tire. Maximum Inﬂation Pressure: The maximum air pressure to which a cold tire may be inﬂated. The maximum air pressure is molded onto the sidewall. Maximum Load Rating: The load rating for a tire at the maximum permissible inﬂation pressure for that tire.
Page 281: Inﬂation - Tire Pressure
UTQGS: Uniform Tire Quality Grading Standards, a tire information system that provides consumers with ratings for a tire’s traction, temperature and treadwear. Ratings are determined by tire manufacturers using government testing procedures. The ratings are molded into the sidewall of the tire. See Uniform Tire Quality Grading on page 5-66.
Page 282: When To Check
When to Check Check your tires once a month or more. Don’t forget your compact spare tire. It should be at 60 psi (420 kPa). How to Check Use a good quality pocket-type gage to check tire pressure. You can’t tell if your tires are properly inﬂated simply by looking at them.
Page 283 When rotating your tires, always use the correct rotation pattern shown here. Don’t include the compact spare tire in your tire rotation. After the tires have been rotated, adjust the front and rear inﬂation pressures as shown on the Tire and Loading Information label.
Page 284: When It Is 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. 5-64 You need a new tire if any of the following statements are true:...
Page 285: Buying New Tires
Buying New Tires To ﬁnd out what kind and size of tires you need, look at the tire and loading information label. For an example of this label and its location, see Loading Your Vehicle on page 4-34. The tires installed on your vehicle when it was new had a Tire Performance Criteria Speciﬁcation (TPC Spec) number on each tire’s sidewall.
Page 286: Uniform Tire Quality Grading
Uniform Tire Quality Grading Quality grades can be found where applicable on the tire sidewall between tread shoulder and maximum section width. For example: Treadwear 200 Traction AA Temperature A The following information relates to the system developed by the United States National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, which grades tires by treadwear, traction and temperature performance.
Page 287: Wheel Alignment And Tire Balance
Temperature – A, B, C The temperature grades are A (the highest), B, and C, representing the tire’s resistance to the generation of heat and its ability to dissipate heat when tested under controlled conditions on a speciﬁed indoor laboratory test wheel. Sustained high temperature can cause the material of the tire to degenerate and reduce tire life, and excessive temperature can lead to sudden tire failure.
Page 288: Used Replacement Wheels
If you need to replace any of your wheels, wheel bolts or wheel nuts, replace them only with new GM original equipment parts. This way, you will be sure to have the right wheel, wheel bolts and wheel nuts for your vehicle. CAUTION: Using the wrong replacement wheels, wheel bolts or wheel nuts on your vehicle can be...
Page 289: Tire Chains
Tire Chains CAUTION: If your vehicle has P225/50R16 size tires, don’t use tire chains, there’s not enough clearance. Tire chains used on a vehicle without the proper amount of clearance can cause damage to the brakes, suspension or other vehicle parts.
Page 290: If A Tire Goes Flat
If a Tire Goes Flat It’s unusual for a tire to “blowout” while you’re driving, especially if you maintain your tires properly. If air goes out of a tire, it’s much more likely to leak out slowly. But if you should ever have a “blowout,” here are a few tips about what to expect and what to do: If a front tire fails, the ﬂat tire will create a drag that pulls the vehicle toward that side.
Page 291 CAUTION: Changing a tire can cause an injury. The vehicle can slip off the jack and roll over you or other people. You and they could be badly injured. Find a level place to change your tire. To help prevent the vehicle from moving: 1.
Page 292: Removing The Spare Tire And Tools
Removing the Spare Tire and Tools The equipment you’ll need is in the trunk. 1. Pull the carpeting from the ﬂoor of the trunk. Turn the center retainer nut on the compact spare tire cover counterclockwise to remove it. 2. Lift and remove the cover. 5-72 3.
Page 293: Removing The Flat Tire And Installing The Spare Tire
The tools you’ll be using include the jack (A) and wheel wrench (B). 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 294 4. Then use the wheel wrench to loosen all the wheel 5. Position the jack and raise the jack head until it ﬁts nuts. Don’t remove them yet. ﬁrmly into the notch in the vehicle’s frame nearest the ﬂat tire. Put the compact spare tire near you. 5-74...
Page 295 CAUTION: Getting under a vehicle when it is jacked up is dangerous. If the vehicle slips off the jack you could be badly injured or killed. Never get under a vehicle when it is supported only by a jack. CAUTION: Raising your vehicle with the jack improperly positioned can damage the vehicle and even make the vehicle fall.
Page 296 9. Remove any rust or dirt from the wheel bolts, mounting surfaces and spare wheel. 5-76 CAUTION: Rust or dirt on the wheel, or on the parts to which it is fastened, can make the wheel nuts become loose after a time. The wheel could come off and cause an accident.
Page 297 11. Put the wheel nuts back on with the rounded end of 12. Lower the vehicle by turning the wheel wrench the nuts toward the wheel. Tighten each nut by counterclockwise. Lower the jack completely. hand until the wheel is held against the hub. 5-77...
Page 298 13. Tighten the wheel nuts ﬁrmly in a crisscross sequence, as shown. 5-78 CAUTION: 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. Be sure to use the correct wheel nuts.
Page 299: Storing The Flat Tire And Tools
Storing the Flat Tire and Tools CAUTION: Storing 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. Store the ﬂat tire in the compact spare tire compartment.
Page 300: Compact Spare Tire
Storing the Spare Tire and Tools CAUTION: Storing 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 301: Appearance Care
After installing the compact spare on your vehicle, you should stop as soon as possible and make sure your spare tire is correctly inﬂated. The compact spare is made to perform well at speeds up to 65 mph (105 km/h) for distances up to 3,000 miles (5 000 km), so you can ﬁnish your trip and have your full-size tire repaired or replaced where you want.
Page 302: Cleaning The Inside Of Your Vehicle
They can all be hazardous — some more than others — and they can all damage your vehicle, too. Do not use any of these unless this manual says you can. In many uses, these will damage your vehicle: • Alcohol •...
Page 303: Special Fabric Cleaning Problems
Special Fabric Cleaning Problems Stains caused by such things as catsup, coffee (black), egg, fruit, fruit juice, milk, soft drinks, vomit, urine and blood can be removed as follows: 1. Carefully scrape off excess stain, then sponge the soiled area with cool water. 2.
Page 304: Cleaning The Top Of The Instrument Panel
Cleaning the Top of the Instrument Panel Use only mild soap and water to clean the top surfaces of the instrument panel. Sprays containing silicones or waxes may cause annoying reﬂections in the windshield and even make it difficult to see through the windshield under certain conditions.
Page 305: Cleaning The Outside Of Your Vehicle
Cleaning the Outside of Your Vehicle The paint ﬁnish on your vehicle provides beauty, depth of color, gloss retention and durability. Washing Your Vehicle The best way to preserve your vehicle’s ﬁnish is to keep it clean by washing it often with lukewarm or cold water. Do not wash your vehicle in the direct rays of the sun.
Page 306: Cleaning Aluminum Wheels
Foreign materials such as calcium chloride and other salts, ice melting agents, road oil and tar, tree sap, bird droppings, chemicals from industrial chimneys, etc., can damage your vehicle’s ﬁnish if they remain on painted surfaces. Wash the vehicle as soon as possible.
Page 307: Cleaning Tires
Cleaning Tires To clean your tires, use a stiff brush with tire cleaner. Notice: Using petroleum-based tire dressing products on your vehicle may damage the paint ﬁnish and/or tires. When applying a tire dressing, always wipe off any overspray from all painted surfaces on your vehicle.
Page 308: Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials
Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials See your GM dealer for more information on purchasing the following products. Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials Description Polishing Cloth Interior and exterior Wax-Treated polishing cloth. Tar and Road Oil Removes tar, road oil and Remover asphalt. Chrome Cleaner and Use on chrome or Polish stainless steel.
Page 309: Vehicle Identiﬁcation
Vehicle Identiﬁcation Vehicle Identiﬁcation Number (VIN) This is the legal identiﬁer for your vehicle. It appears on 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.
Page 310: Windshield Wiper Fuses
Windshield Wiper Fuses The windshield wiper motor is protected by a circuit breaker and a fuse. If the motor overheats due to heavy snow, etc., the wiper will stop until the motor cools. If the overload is caused by some electrical problem, have it ﬁxed.
Page 311: Instrument Panel Fuse Block
Instrument Panel Fuse Block (Driver’s Side) Your vehicle may not be equipped with all the fuses and features listed. Fuses Windshield Wiper Motor, Washer WIPER Pump TRUNK Trunk Release Relay/Motor, Audio REL/RADIO Ampliﬁer/RFA TURN LPS Turn Signal Lamps PWR MIRROR Power Mirrors Fuses AIR BAG...
Page 312 Instrument Panel Fuse Block (Passenger’s Side) Your vehicle may not be equipped with all the fuses and features listed. 5-92 Fuse Usage INST LPS Interior Lamp Dimming CRUISE SW Steering Wheel Cruise Control Switch Lamps Steering Wheel Cruise Control CRUISE SW Switches HVAC HVAC Blower Motor...
Page 313 Engine Compartment Fuse Block Your vehicle may not be equipped with all the fuses and features listed. The engine compartment fuse block is located on the driver’s side of the vehicle, near the battery. Fuse Usage Ignition Switch Right Electrical Center-Fog Lamps, Radio, Body Function Control Module, Interior Lamps Left Electrical Center-Stop Lamps,...
Page 314 Relays Air Conditioning Compressor Not Used Fuel Pump Automatic Headlamp System Automatic Headlamp System Horn Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) Fuses 23–32 Spare Fuse Holder Rear Defog Accessory Power Outlets, Cigarette Lighter Generator Not Used Air Conditioning Compressor, Body Function Control Module Automatic Transaxle Powertrain Control Module (PCM) Anti-Lock Brakes (ABS)
Page 315: Capacities And Speciﬁcations
Capacities and Speciﬁcations All capacities are approximate. When adding, be sure to ﬁll to the appropriate level or as recommended in this manual. Application Air Conditioning Refrigerant R134a Use Refrigerant Oil, R134a Systems Automatic Transaxle Complete Overhaul Cooling System 2.2L L4 † Engine 3400 V6 Engine Engine Oil with Filter 2.2L L4 †...
Page 316 See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6-12. Engine 2.2L L4 † 3400 V6 5-96 Engine Speciﬁcations VIN Code Transaxle Automatic Manual Automatic Manual Spark Plug Gap 0.042 inch (1.06 mm) 0.060 inch (1.52 mm)
Page 317 Section 6 Maintenance Schedule ...6-2 Introduction ...6-2 Maintenance Requirements ...6-2 Your Vehicle and the Environment ...6-2 Using Your Maintenance Schedule ...6-3 Scheduled Maintenance ...6-4 Additional Required Services ...6-6 Maintenance Footnotes ...6-7 Maintenance Schedule Owner Checks and Services ...6-8 At Each Fuel Fill ...6-8 At Least Once a Month ...6-9 At Least Once a Year ...6-9 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants ...6-12...
Page 318: 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. Maintenance Requirements Notice: Maintenance intervals, checks, inspections, replacement parts and recommended ﬂuids and...
Page 319: Using Your Maintenance Schedule
Using Your Maintenance Schedule We at General Motors want to help you keep your vehicle in good working condition. But we do not know exactly how you will drive it. You may drive very short distances only a few times a week. Or you may drive long distances all the time in very hot, dusty weather.
Page 320: Scheduled Maintenance
Owner Checks and Services on page 6-8 tells you what should be checked, when to check it and what you can easily do to help keep your vehicle in good condition. The proper replacement parts, ﬂuids and lubricants to use are listed in Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6-12 and Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts on page 6-13.
Page 321 Service Maintenance I Maintenance II Change engine oil and ﬁlter. Reset oil life system. See Engine Oil on page 5-15. An Emission Control Service. Visually check for any leaks or damage. See footnote (j). Inspect engine air cleaner ﬁlter. If necessary, replace ﬁlter. See Engine Air Cleaner/Filter on page 5-20.
Page 322: Additional Required Services
Additional Required Services The following services should be performed at the ﬁrst maintenance service (I or II) after the indicated miles (kilometers) shown for each item. Service Inspect fuel system for damage or leaks. Inspect exhaust system for loose or damaged components.
Page 323: Maintenance Footnotes
Maintenance Footnotes † The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency or the California Air Resources Board has determined that the failure to perform this maintenance item will not nullify the emission warranty or limit recall liability prior to the completion of the vehicle’s useful life. We, however, urge that all recommended maintenance services be performed at the indicated intervals and the maintenance be recorded.
Page 324: Owner Checks And Services
(h) 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. −...
Page 325: At Least Once A Month
At Least Once a Month Tire Inﬂation Check Visually inspect your tires and make sure tires are inﬂated to the correct pressures. Don’t forget to check your spare tire. See Tires on page 5-54 for further details. Cassette Tape Player Service Clean cassette tape player.
Page 326: Ignition Transaxle Lock Check
Automatic Transaxle Shift Lock Control System Check CAUTION: When you are doing this inspection, the vehicle could move suddenly. If the vehicle moves, you or others could be injured. 1. Before you start, be sure you have enough room around the vehicle. It should be parked on a level surface.
Page 327: Underbody Flushing Service
Parking Brake and Automatic Transaxle Park (P) Mechanism Check CAUTION: When you are doing this check, your vehicle could begin to move. You or others could be injured and property could be damaged. Make sure there is room in front of your vehicle in case it begins to roll.
Page 328: Recommended Fluids And Lubricants
Recommended Fluids and Lubricants Fluids and lubricants identiﬁed below by name, part number or speciﬁcation may be obtained from your dealer. Usage Fluid/Lubricant Engine oil which meets GM Standard GM6094M and displays the American Petroleum Institute Certiﬁed for Gasoline Engines Engine Oil starburst symbol.
Page 329: Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts
Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts Replacement parts identiﬁed below by name, part number, or speciﬁcation can be obtained from your dealer. Part Engine Air Cleaner/Filter 2.2 L L4† Engine 3400 V6 Engine Oil Filter 2.2 L L4† Engine 3400 V6 Spark Plugs 2.2 L L4†...
Page 330: Maintenance Record
Maintenance Record After the scheduled services are performed, record the date, odometer reading, who performed the service and the type of services performed in the boxes provided. See Maintenance Requirements on page 6-2 in this section. Any additional information from Owner Checks and Services on page 6-8 can be added on the following record pages. Also, you should retain all maintenance receipts.
Page 331 Maintenance Record (cont’d) Odometer Maintenance I or Date Serviced By Services Performed Reading Maintenance II 6-15...
Page 332 Maintenance Record (cont’d) Odometer Maintenance I or Date Serviced By Services Performed Reading Maintenance II 6-16...
Page 333: Customer Assistance Information
Section 7 Customer Assistance Information ...7-2 Customer Satisfaction Procedure ...7-2 Online Owner Center ...7-4 Customer Assistance for Text Telephone (TTY) Users ...7-4 Customer Assistance Offices ...7-4 GM Mobility Program for Persons with Disabilities ...7-6 Roadside Assistance Program ...7-6 Courtesy Transportation ...7-8 Vehicle Data Collection and Event Data Records ...7-10 Customer Assistance Information...
Page 334: Customer Assistance Information
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 335 STEP THREE: Both General Motors and your dealer are committed to making sure you are completely satisﬁed with your new vehicle. However, if you continue to remain unsatisﬁed after following the procedure outlined in Steps One and Two, you should ﬁle with the BBB Auto Line Program to enforce any additional rights you may have.
Page 336: Online Owner Center
1-800-833-OLDS (6537). (TTY users in Canada can dial 1-800-263-3830.) Customer Assistance Offices 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.
Page 337: Overseas – Customer Assistance
United States – Customer Assistance Oldsmobile Customer Assistance Center P.O. Box 33171 Detroit, MI 48232-5171 1-800-442-6537 1-800-833-6537 (For Text Telephone devices (TTYs)) Roadside Assistance: 1-800-442-OLDS (6537) Fax Number: 313-381-0022 From Puerto Rico: 1-800-496-9992 (English) 1-800-496-9993 (Spanish) Fax Number: 313-381-0022 From U.S. Virgin Islands:...
Page 338: 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 339: Canadian Roadside Assistance
• 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. While we hope you never have the occasion to use our service, it is added security while traveling for you and your family.
Page 340: Courtesy Transportation
Transportation Options Warranty service can generally be completed while you wait. However, if you are unable to wait Oldsmobile helps minimize your inconvenience by providing several transportation options. Depending on the circumstances,...
Page 341: Additional Program Information
Courtesy Rental Vehicle Your dealer may arrange to provide you with a courtesy rental vehicle or reimburse you for a rental vehicle you obtained if your vehicle is kept for a warranty repair. Reimbursement will be limited to a maximum of $30 a day and must be supported by receipts.
Page 342: Vehicle Data Collection And Event Data Records
Vehicle Data Collection and Event Data Records Your vehicle, like other modern motor vehicles, has a number of sophisticated computer systems that monitor and control several aspects of the vehicle’s performance. Your vehicle uses on-board vehicle computers to monitor emission control components to optimize fuel economy, to monitor conditions for airbag deployment and, if so equipped, to provide anti-lock braking and to help the driver control the...
Page 343: Reporting Safety Defects
Others, such as law enforcement, may have access to the special equipment that can read the information if they have access to the vehicle or SDM. If your vehicle is equipped with OnStar, please check the OnStar subscription service agreement or manual for information on its operations and data collection.
Page 344: Reporting Safety Defects To General Motors
In addition to notifying NHTSA (or Transport Canada) in a situation like this, we certainly hope you’ll notify us. Please call us at 1-800-442-6537, or write: Oldsmobile Customer Assistance Center P.O. Box 33171 Detroit, MI 48232-5171 In Canada, please call us at 1-800-263-3777 (English) or 1-800-263-7854 (French).
Page 345: Current And Past Model Order Forms
Owner’s Information Owner publications are written speciﬁcally for owners and intended to provide basic operational information about the vehicle. The owner’s manual will include the Maintenance Schedule for all models. In-Portfolio: Includes a Portfolio, Owner’s Manual, and Warranty Booklet. RETAIL SELL PRICE: $35.00 Without Portfolio: Owner’s Manual only.
Page 346 NOTES 7-14...
Page 347 Accessory Power Outlets ... 3-18 Adding Washer Fluid ... 5-36 Additional Program Information ... 7-9 Additives, Fuel ... 5-5 Add-On Electrical Equipment ... 5-89 Adjusting the Speakers (Balance/Fade) ... 3-42, 3-47, 3-58 Air Bag Readiness Light ... 3-26 Air Bag System, Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) ...
Page 348 Brake Parking ... 2-27 System Warning Light ... 3-28 Brake Adjustment ... 5-41 Brake Fluid ... 5-38 Brake Pedal Travel ... 5-41 Brake Wear ... 5-40 Brakes ... 5-38 Braking ... 4-6 Braking in Emergencies ... 4-8 Break-In, New Vehicle ... 2-16 Bulb Replacement ...
Page 349 Child Restraints (cont.) Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Outside Seat Position ... 1-46 Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position ... 1-51 Top Strap ... 1-41 Top Strap Anchor Location ... 1-43 Where to Put the Restraint ... 1-41 Chime Level Adjustment ...
Page 350 Customizing the Automatic Door Locks for Automatic Transaxle Vehicles ... 2-9 Customizing the Automatic Door Locks for Manual Transaxle Vehicles ... 2-9 Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) ... 3-14 Defensive Driving ... 4-2 Defogging and Defrosting ... 3-21 Delayed Headlamps ... 3-16 Delayed Locking ...
Page 351 Engine (cont.) Coolant Heater ... 2-20 Coolant Temperature Gage ... 3-31 Engine Compartment Overview ... 5-12 Exhaust ... 2-31 Oil ... 5-15 Overheating ... 5-26 Starting ... 2-18 Engine Compartment Fuse Block ... 5-93 Engine Cooling When Trailer Towing ... 4-45 Engine Oil Additives ...
Page 352 Gage Engine Coolant Temperature ... 3-31 Fuel ... 3-38 Speedometer ... 3-25 Tachometer ... 3-25 Gasoline Octane ... 5-4 Speciﬁcations ... 5-4 Glove Box ... 2-34 GM Mobility Program for Persons with Disabilities ... 7-6 Hazard Warning Flashers ... 3-4 Head Restraints ...
Page 353 Infants and Young Children, Restraints ... 1-34 Inﬂation - Tire Pressure ... 5-61 Instrument Panel Cluster ... 3-24 Overview ... 3-2 Instrument Panel Brightness ... 3-16 Instrument Panel Fuse Block (Passenger’s Side) ... 5-92 Instrument Panel Fuse Block (Driver’s Side) ... 5-91 Instrument Panel Fuse Blocks ...
Page 354 Locks Delayed Locking ... 2-8 Door ... 2-7 Leaving Your Vehicle ... 2-12 Lockout Protection ... 2-11 Power Door ... 2-8 Programmable Automatic Door Locks ... 2-9 Loss of Control ... 4-15 Low Coolant Warning Light ... 3-32 Low Washer Fluid Warning Light ... 3-37 Maintenance Schedule Additional Required Services ...
Page 355 Odometer ... 3-25 Off-Road Recovery ... 4-13 Change Engine Oil Light ... 3-36 Engine ... 5-15 Pressure Light ... 3-35 Older Children, Restraints ... 1-32 Online Owner Center ... 7-4 Operation ... 3-19 Other Warning Devices ... 3-5 Outlet Adjustment ... 3-22 Outside Convex Mirror ...
Page 356 Radios (cont.) Care of Your CD Player ... 3-68 Care of Your CDs ... 3-68 Radio with Cassette and CD ... 3-55 Radio with CD ... 3-40, 3-45 Setting the Time for Radios with Radio Data Systems (RDS) ... 3-40 Setting the Time for Radios without Radio Data Systems (RDS) ...
Page 357 Safety Belts (cont.) Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides for Children and Small Adults ... 1-29 Rear Seat Passengers ... 1-23 Right Front Passenger Position ... 1-23 Safety Belt Extender ... 1-31 Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy ... 1-22 Safety Belts Are for Everyone ... 1-9 Safety Chains ...
Page 358 Starting Your 3400 V6 Engine ... 2-19 Starting Your Engine ... 2-18 Steering ... 4-11 Steering in Emergencies ... 4-12 Steering Tips ... 4-11 Storage Areas Center Console Storage Area ... 2-35 Cupholder(s) ... 2-34 Glove Box ... 2-34 Storing the Flat Tire and Tools ... 5-79 Storing the Spare Tire and Tools ...
Page 359 Traction (cont.) Enhanced Traction System (ETS) Warning Light ... 3-30 Trailer Brakes ... 4-42 Transaxle Fluid, Automatic ... 5-21 Fluid, Manual ... 5-22 Transaxle Operation, Automatic ... 2-22 Transaxle Operation, Manual ... 2-25 Transmission Up-Shift Light ... 3-28 Transmission, Transaxle, Transfer Case Unit Repair Manual ...
Page 360 Warnings (cont.) Safety and Symbols ... iii Vehicle Damage ... iv Washer Fluid, Low Warning Light ... 3-37 Washing Your Vehicle ... 5-85 Weight of the Trailer ... 4-40 Weight of the Trailer Tongue ... 4-41 What Kind of Engine Oil to Use ... 5-16 What to Do with Used Oil ...

Oldsmobile 2004 Alero Owner's Manual

Section 2 Features and Controls

Features and Controls

Keys

Doors and Locks

Windows

Theft-Deterrent Systems

Starting and Operating Your Vehicle

Mirrors

Storage Areas

Sunroof

Section 3 Instrument Panel

Instrument Panel Overview

Climate Controls

Warning Lights, Gages and Indicators

Audio System(S)

Section 4 Driving Your Vehicle

Driving Your Vehicle

Your Driving, the Road, and Your Vehicle

Towing

Section 5 Service and Appearance Care

Service and Appearance Care

Service

Fuel

Checking Things under the Hood

Headlamp Aiming

Bulb Replacement

Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement

Tires

Appearance Care

Vehicle Identiﬁcation

Electrical System

Capacities and Speciﬁcations

Quick Links

Chapters

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