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  • Page 3 ..,139...
  • Page 4 uwners ror Lanaalan wners “‘ho Prefer a French lnguage Manual...
  • Page 5 Michigan, on August 21,1897, when...
  • Page 8 In this manual, you’ll find that This part explains how to start and Here you’ll find helpful information pictures and words work together operate your Oldsmobile. and tips about the road and how to to explain thhgs quickly. Part 3: Comfort Controls...
  • Page 9 Part 8: Customer Assistance Information This part tells you how to contact Oldsmobile for assistance and how to get service publications. It also gives you information on Reporting Safety Defects.
  • Page 10 Oldsmobile has used for years. reduce the hazard. Please read these You’ll also see warning labels on your cautions. If you don’t, you or others vehicle.
  • Page 11 Vehicle Symbols These symbols have to do with your These symbols are important for you These are some of the symbols you lights: and your passengers whenever your will find on your vehicle. For vehicle is driven: example, these symbols are used on battery: original Master Lighting Switch...
  • Page 12 Use this Manual Wehicle Symbols (CONTJ These symbols are on some of your These symbols are used on warning Here are some other symbols you controls: and indicator lights: may see: Windshield Wipers Engine Coolant Fuse Temperature Trunk Release Windshield Washer Battery Charging System Lighter...
  • Page 13: Table Of Contents

    Part Safety Belts Seats & ................... Here you’ll find information about the Seats and Seat Controls seats in your Oldsmobile and how to Safety Belts ......................................How to Wear Safety Belts Properly use your safety belts properly can also...
  • Page 14 & Sajety Belts Seats Seats Seat Controls Manual Front Seat To adjust the seat forward or back, lift This section tells you about the seats- CAUTION the handle. After it’s adjusted, release how to adjust them-and also about A You can lose control of the the handle and try to move the seat to reclining seatbacks and head restraints.
  • Page 15 Six-Way Power Seat Manual Four-Way Seat A'djuster (OPTION) Center Control (B) (OPTION) To Adjust the Six-Way Power Seat: Move the seat forward or back by holding the control To tilt the whole seat forward or Front Control (A): Raise the front of to the front or back.
  • Page 17 Head Restraints CAUTION Slide the head restraint up or down so Sitting in a reclined position when your vehicle is in motion can be that the top of the restraint is closest to dangerous. Even if you buckle up, your safety belts can’t ‘heir job the top of your ears.
  • Page 18: Safety Belts

    Belts & Seats Safety Safety Belts: For Everyone Ziky!re This part the manual tells you how to Split Fold-Down Rearmseat Seatback Latches , ” also use safety belts properly. It tells ’ (OPTION) In 2-door Oldsmobiles, the front seat you some things you should not do with To Open: Pull...
  • Page 19 This figure lights up when you turn the survive. But most crashes are in You never lmow if you’ll be in a crash. key to Start when your safety If you do have a crash, you don’t h o w between.
  • Page 20 B e h & Seats Safety Take the simplest “car.” Suppose Belts When the bike hits the block, it Why Safety Work it’s just a seat on wheels. stops. But the child keeps going! When you ride in on anything, you fast as it goes.
  • Page 21 5. Get it up to speed. Then stop the The person keeps going until Put someone on. it. " c a r . " The rider doesn't stop. stopped by something. In a real vehicle, it could be the . . . windshield With safety belts, you slow down as the vehicle does.
  • Page 22 Seats Safety Belts & Here Are Questions Many People Ask Abouf Safety Belfs- Q: Why don’t they just put in air bags Q: If I’m a good driver, and I never and fhe Answers so people won’t have to wear safety drive far from home, why should I belts? wear safety belts?
  • Page 23 There are special things to know about safety belts and children. And there are different rules for babies, and smaller children. If a child will be riding in your Oldsmobile, see the Index under Children. Follow those rules for everyone’s protection.
  • Page 24: Driver

    Seats & Safety Belts Driver Position Automatic LapShoulder Belt This section describes the driver’s This safety belt is called “automatic” And you don’t have to unbuckle when restraint system. because you don’t have buckle up you get out. whenyou get into your vehicle. Just into your vehicle.
  • Page 25 If would apply force at your abdomen. that doesn’t fix it, then your Oldsmobile This could cause serious or even fatal needs service. injuries. The shoulder belt should go We hope you will always keep your over the shoulder and across the chest.
  • Page 26 Seats & Safety Belts Automatic Lap-Shoulder Belt (CONT.) What’s wrong with this? What’s wrong with this? To Reattach the Automatic Belt: The shoulder belt is too loose. It The belt is buckled in the wrong Close and lock the door. won’t give nearly as much protection place.
  • Page 27 You can be seriously injured by a twisted belt. In a crash, you wouldn’t have the full width of the belt to take impact forces. belt is twisted, make it straight can work properly, or ask your dealer to fix it.
  • Page 28: Right Front Passenger Position

    Seats & Safety Belts Right Front Passenger Position Center Passenger Position The right front passenger’s safety belt Adjust the seat (to see how, see the If your vehicle has a bench seat, works the same way as the driver’s Index under Seat ControZs) so you can someone can sit in the center position.
  • Page 29: Rear Seat Passengers

    Rear Seat Passengers To make the belt longer, tilt the latch It’s very important- for rear seat To make the belt shorter, pull its free plate and pull it along the belt. end as shown until the belt is snug. passengers to.
  • Page 30 Seats Safety Belts & Rear Seat Outside Passenger Positions If the belt stops before it reaches the Here’s How to Wear One Properly: buckle, tilt the latch plate and keep The positions next to the windows have Pick up the latch plate and pull the pulling until you can buckle it.
  • Page 32: Children

    Seats Safety Belts & Smaller Children and Babies Children Rear Seat Outside Passenger CAUTION Positions (CONT.) Everyone in a vehicle needs protection! Smaller children and babies To unlatch the belt, just push the That includes infants and all children should always be restrained button on the buckle.
  • Page 33: Child Restraints

    Child Restraints CAUTION CAUTION Be sure to follow the instructions for Never hold a baby in your (Continued) the restraint. You may find these arms while riding in a vehicle. Secure the baby in an infant instructions on the restraint itself or in A baby doesn't weigh much-until restraint.
  • Page 34 See the earlier section about the top In that case, you might want to secure Oldsmobile dealer to put it in for you. If strap if the child restraint has one. the restraint in the front seat where you you want to install an anchor yourself, can keep an eye on the baby.
  • Page 35 Put the restraint on the seat. Follow Buckle the belt. Make sure the To tighten the belt, pull up on the the instructions for the child release button faces upward or shoulder belt while you push down restraint. outward, so you'll be able to on the child restraint.
  • Page 36 Securing a Child Restraint in a Securing a Child Restraint in a Center Seat Position Rear Outside Position To remove the child restraint, just (CONT.) unbuckle the vehicle’s safety belt and When you secure a child restraint in a Push and pull the child restraint in let it go back all the way.
  • Page 38 Seats Safety Belts & I ’ Securing a Child Restraint in the CAUTION Right Front Seat Your dealer can get these and install the Don’t use the special hardware for you. It’s free. The special To use a child restraint here, you will infant/child seat attaching belt is GM Part No.
  • Page 39 Once the special hardware is installed, Snap one hook of the infant/child 3 . Put the belt’s special latch plate into please follow the instructions with it seat attaching belt near the floor at the vehicle’s safety belt buckle. and these steps: the door side of the seat.
  • Page 40 Put the hook on the free end through 9.To make it tight, pull the bdt while the. slot latch plate. you push d o n oa the child I n the restraint, the belt won’t. stay tight, switch it endfor end. Push.
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  • Page 42: Larger Children

    Seats Safety Belts & Larger Children (CONT.) CAUTION Q: What if a child is wearing a lap- Children who aren’t buckled up can Never do this. shoulder belt, but the child is so strike other people who are. Here two children are small that the shoulder belt is very wearing the same belt.
  • Page 43: Safety Belt Extender

    Safety Belt Extender CAUTION Wherever the child sits, the lap portion If the vehicle’s safety belt will fasten Never do this. of the belt should be worn low and snug around you, you should use it. The Here a child is sitting in a on the hips, just touching the child’s automatic lap-shoulder belt has plenty seat that has a lap-shoulder belt,...
  • Page 44: Replacing Safety Belts After A Crash

    & Belt,, Seats Safety Checking Your Restra'int Systems Replacing Safety Belts After a Crash Now and then, make sure all your belts, If belts are cut or damaged, replace also them. Collision damage may mean buckles, latch plates, retractors, you've had a crash, do you need new you will have to have safety belt parts, anchorages and reminder systems are belts?
  • Page 45 wrong with this? What’s The belt is torn. CAUTION Torn or frayed belts may not protect you in a crash. They can rip apart under impact forces. If a belt is torn or frayed, get a new one right away.
  • Page 48 Leaving young children in vehicle with the ignition key is dangerous for many reasons. A child or others could be badly injured or even killed. They could operate power windows or other controls, or even make the vehicle move. Don't leave the keys in a vehicle with young children.
  • Page 49 Door Locks GAU I I V N There are several ways to lock and From the Inside: unlock your vehicle. Unlocked doors can be To lock the door, push down the From the Outside: dangerous. locking lever. To unlock, push the lever Passengers-especially children- Use your door ley or Remote Lock can easily open the doors and fall...
  • Page 50 Controls & Features Automatic Door Locks Power Door Locks Just close your doors and turn on the Leaving Your Vehicle You can lock or unlock all doors of your ignition. All of the doors will lock when vehicle from the driver or passenger If you are leaving the vehicle, open your you move your shift lever out of P (Park) door lock switch.
  • Page 52 Check the location. Other vehicles or Remove and replace the two batteries objects may be blocking the signal. (2016). See your Oldsmobile dealer or Reassemble the transmitter. qualified technician for service. Check the transmitter operation. Changes or modifications to this system...
  • Page 53 Vehicle theft is big business, especially transmitter and a short length of wire, in some cities. about 3 feet (1 m) long. Then follow Although your Oldsmobile has a number these steps: of theft-deterrent features, we lmow Programming the Module...
  • Page 55 Remote Trunk Release Convenience Net (OPTION) (OPTION) Press the yellow trunk release button Your vehicle may have a convenience 4-Door Models: located under the instrument panel on net. You’ll see it just inside the back To allow easier access to the trunk area of the trunk.
  • Page 56 Controls Features & Glove Box To open, turn the knob clockwise. Push the lid down to close.
  • Page 57 Starting Your Engine Move your shift lever to P (Park) or An “on” position to which the Run: N (Neutral). Your engine won’t start switch returns after you start your engine and release the switch. The in any other position-that’s a safety feature.
  • Page 59 €ngine Block Heater Driving Through Deep Standing (OPTION) CAUTION Wafer In very cold weather, 0°F (-18°C) colder, the engine block heater can help. You’ll get easier starting and better fuel economy during engine warm-up. the Block Heater: To Use Turn off the engine. Open the hood and unwrap the electrical cord.
  • Page 60 First have, and some other things. Instead of trying to list everything here, we ask that you contact an Oldsmobile dealer in the area where you’ll be parking your vehicle. The dealer can give you the best advice for that particular area.
  • Page 61 Park P (Park): This loclcs your front It is dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in wheels. It’s the best position to use P (Park) with the parking brake firmly set. Your vehicle can roll. when you start your engine because Don’t leave your vehicle when the engine is running unless you have to.
  • Page 62: Reverse/Neutral

    Features & Controls Neutral Reverse N (Neutral): I n this position, your To rock your vehicle back and forth to (Reverse): Use this gear to back up. engine doesn’t connect with the wheels. of snow, ice or sand without get out To restart when you’re already moving, Index damaging your transaxle, see the...
  • Page 63 Forward Gears (Automatic Overdrive): If your automatic transaxle has Automatic Overdrive, this position is for normal driving. If you need more power for passing, and you’re: Going less than 35 mph (56 lun/h) push your accelerator pedal about halfway down. Going about 35 mph (56 lun/h) or more, push the accelerator all the way down.
  • Page 64 Features & ControIs 1 (First Gear): This position gives you (Second Gear): This position gives even more power (but lower fuel you more power but lower fuel You can use economy) than 2. You can use it on very economy. on hills.
  • Page 65 Pump-to-Set Parking Brake The parking brake uses the brakes on To Release the Parking Brake: You are on Hill: the rear wheels. Hold the regular brake pedal down. Pull See the Index under Parking Hills. To Set Parking Brake: the BRAKE RELEASE lever. That section shows how to turn your front wheels.
  • Page 66: Shifting Into Park

    Controli & Features Shifting lnto P (Park)- ' . " Column Shift Move the shift lever into P (Park) Move the lever up as far as it will go. position like this: 3 . Move the ignition key to Lock. It is dangerous to get out of Pull the lever towards you.
  • Page 67 Shjfthg ‘Into P (Park)- Console Shift Leaving Yo,ur Vehicle Wfih the Engine Running Move the shift lever into the (Park) position like this-:. It is dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever Hold in the button on the lever, is not fully in P (Park) with the and push the lever a l l the way parking brake firmly set.
  • Page 68 Parking Over Things That Burn Things that can burn could touch hot exhaust parts under your vehicle and ignite. Don’t park over papers, leaves, grass or other things that can burn.
  • Page 69 CAUTION Idling the engine with the air system control OFF could allow dangerous exhaust into your vehicle (see the earlier CAUTION under Engine Zxhaust). Also, idling in a closed-in place can let deadly carbon monoxide (GO) into your vehicle even if the fan switch is at the highest setting. One place this can happen is a garage.
  • Page 70 Features d i Controls Power Windows Windows Tilt Steering Wheel (OPTION) (OPTION) On a vehicle with manual windows, use With power windows, switches on the A tilt steering wheel allows you to driver’s armrest control each of the adjust the steering wheel before you the window crank to open and close windows when the ignition is on.
  • Page 71: Turn Signal

    Turn SiflallHeadlight Turn Signal and Lane Change Indicator Passenger Lockout Switch Beam Lever On 4-door models, this switch disables The turn signal has two upward (for The lever on the left side of the steering all passenger power windows. Push the Right) and two downward (for Left) column includes your: switch to LOCK to disable the window...
  • Page 72: Cruise Control

    Features & Controls Turn Signal and Lane Change Cruise Control (OPTION) Indicator As you signal a turn or a lane change, if (CONT.) With cruise control, you can maintain a the arrows don’t flash but just stay on, green arrow on the instrument panel speed of about 25 mph (40 lun/h) or signal bulb may be burned out and will flash in the direction of the turn or...
  • Page 73 Set Cruise Control Move the cruise control switch to 3 . Push in the button at the end of Cruise control can be the lever and release it. dangerous where you can’t Take your foot off the accelerator drive safely at a steady speed. So, GAU I pedal.
  • Page 74 & Controls Features To Increase Speed While Using Cruise Control There are two ways to go to a higher speed. Here’s the first: Use the accelerator pedal to get to the higher speed. To Resume a Sef Speed Push the button at the end of the Suppose you set your cruise control at a If you hold the switch at R/A lever, then release the button and the...
  • Page 76 Controh & Features Windshield Wipers To Get Out of Cruise Control You control the windshield wipers by There are two ways to turn off the turning the band marked WIPER. cruise control: For a single wiping cycle, turn the band Step lightly on the brake pedal;...
  • Page 78 Controls & Features Windshield Washer (CONT.) Push the switch in all the wa to turn on the headlights, together u rith the: Parking Lights Running Lights Taillights Instrument Panel Lights Push the switch again to turn the lights Off. A green indicator light in the center of the switch will come on when you start the engine.
  • Page 79 Lights Reminder If you open the door while leavmg. the lights on, you will hear a warning tone.
  • Page 80 Features & Controls Flash-to- Pass Flash-to-pass lets you use your high beam headlights to signal a driver in front of you that you want to pass. Daytime Running Lights Headlight High-Low Beam (CONK) To use it, pull the turn signal/headlight Changer At dusk, the exterior lights will come on beam lever toward you.
  • Page 81 Insfrum~e~t Panel hfensity (OPTION) Front ReadinglMap Ljghfs Control Use your fog lights for better vi'sion in (OPTION) foggy or misty conditions. You can brighten or dim the instrument These lights are part of the rearview panel lights by sliding the control h o b mirror.
  • Page 82 Features & Controls .. . Inside Manual DaylNight Rear Reading Lights Dome Reading Lights (OPTION) (OPTION) Rearview Mirror of your dome light. These lights go on when you open the These lights are part doors. To turn on the reading lights Press the switch nearest the light you To reduce glare from lights behind you, when the doors are closed, push the...
  • Page 83 Convex Outside Mirror Manual Adjust Mirror Manual Remote Control Mirror Your right side mirror is convex. A The passenger side outside mirror The driver’s side outside mirror can be convex mirror’s surface is curved so you should be adjusted by hand that you adjusted with the control lever on the can see more from the driver’s seat.
  • Page 84 Features & Controls W2163 Visor Vanity Mirrors Sun Visors Power Remofe Control Mirrors (OPTION) To block out glare, you can swing down Standard Mirror: Open the cover to the visors. You can also remove them expose the vanity mirror. A selector switch on the driver's door armrest controls both outside rearview from the center mount and swing them Lighted Mirrors (Option)
  • Page 85 Fold-Down Storage Compartment Cassette Tape HolderlStorage Coin Holder (OPTION) (OPTION) Compartment and Cup Holder Use your coin holder to store nickels, To open, fold down the armrest dimes and quarters. It lifts out for (OPTION) console, press the latch on the loading coins or cleaning.
  • Page 86 Ashtrays and Lighter Trunk Access Panel Rear Seat Console (OPTION) If you have split rear seats, you may To clean the ashtrays, open them fully To use the rear seat storage and lift out the ashtray by pulling on the have a trunk access panel for storing...
  • Page 88 Press the front of the switch to close the Press the rear of the switch. glass panel. The sunshade can only be closed by hand. The sunroof glass panel cannot be opened or closed if your Oldsmobile has an electrical failure.
  • Page 89 Luggage .Cartier (OPTION) If you have the optional luggage carrier, Don’t exceed the maximum vehicle load things on the deck lid of capacity when loading your Oldsmobile. your vehicle. For more information on vehicle Index capacity and loading, see the...
  • Page 90 Features & Controls...
  • Page 91 The Instrument Panel- Your Information System 4 . Instrument Cluster 12. Ashtray and Lighter Your instrument panel is designed to let Warning Lights 1 3 . Vents you know at a glance how your vehicle 6 . Gearshift Lever 1 4 . Ignition Switch is running.
  • Page 92 Fetuples & Controls R N m D 2 1 W3036...
  • Page 93 Warning Lights, Gages and vehicle’s functions. As you will see in When one of the warning lights comes Indicators the details on the next few pages, some on and stays on when you are driving, This section describes the warning lights warning lights come on briefly when or when one of the gages shows there and gages that may be on your vehicle.
  • Page 94 Speedometer Odometer and Trip Odometer (ELECTRONIC CLUSTER) (ELECTRONIC CLUSTER) Your Oldsmobile has a tamper resistant Your odometer shows how faryour odometer. The odometer w i l l read Press the E/M (English/Metric) button miles EKROR if someone has ,tampered with...
  • Page 95 Odometer and Trip Odometer (ANALOG CLUSTER) (ANALOG CLUSTER) Your speedometer lets you see your Your Oldsmobile has a tamper resistant Your odometer shows how far your speed in both~miles per hour (rnph) and odometer. If you see silver lines miles...
  • Page 96 Controli & Features Tachomefer ~ W U O G CLUSTER) The tachometer displays the engine speed revolutions per rninute (rpm)
  • Page 98 Controls & Features Oil Warning Light Low Coolant Warning Light (E LE CTRONlC CLUSTER) The oil light could also come on in three If this light comes on, your system is If you have a problem with your oil, this other situations: low on coolant and the engine may light may stay on after you start your...
  • Page 99 Oil Pressure indicator CAUTION CAUTION (ANALOG CLUSTER) Don’t keep driving if the oil Don’t keep driving if the oil This indicator tells you if there could be pressure is low. If you do, pressure is low. If you do, a problem with your engine oil pressure. your engine can become so hot that your engine can become so hot that The pointer should be above the red...
  • Page 100 (ANALOG CLOSER) (EECTRONiC CLUSTER) r u n n i n g , When the engine is the gage Your Oldsmobile’s hydraulic brake The charging system light will come on of the charging shows the condition system is divided .into parts. If one briefly when you turn.
  • Page 101 Then start the engine to reset the system. If the light still stays on, or comes on again while you’re driving, your Oldsmobile needs service. Unless the regular brake system warning light is also on, you will still have brakes, but not anti-lock brakes.
  • Page 102 Malfunction lnelicator Lamp Anti-Lock Brake System Warning (Service Engine Soon Light) Light (CONT.) Brake System Warning A computer monitors operation of your is also on, see Light earlier in this section. fuel, ignition and emission control .systems. This light should come on the anti-lock brake system warning when the ignition is on, but the engine light ever flashes, your anti-lock bralre...
  • Page 104 To adjust the HUD so you can see it Although the HUD irinage a p p e r properly: of the vehicl to be near the front Start your engine and slide the HUD do not, use it as a parking aid. T1 dimmer control (located below the was not designed For that climate controls) all the way to...
  • Page 105 CAUTION 3 . Slide the dimmer control toward Adjust the seat, if necessary, before If the HUD image is too OFF until the HUD image is no setting the height control. bright, or too high in your brighter than necessary. To turn the Rotate the HUD image height control field of view, it may take you more HUD off, slide the HUD dimmer...
  • Page 106 Features & Controls Care of Head-Up Display Head-Up Display (CONT.) Pushing the ENG/MET rocker switch Clean the inside the windshield as Can’t See the HUD Image on the center console will switch the needed to remove any dirt or film that When the Ignition is HUD speedometer from English reduces the sharpness...
  • Page 107 If the HUD Image is Not Clear: It could be too bright. Move the HUD dimmer control closer to OFF. You may need to clean the windshield and HUD lens. Your windshield is part of the HUD system. If you ever have to have a new windshield, be sure to get one designed for HUD.
  • Page 108 Notes...
  • Page 111: Table Of Contents

    ..................operate the comfort control systems Electronic Climate Control Steering Wheel Touch Controls for Climate Control ..........and audio systems offered with your Oldsmobile Be sure to read about the Setting the Clock ..................... particular system supplied with your AM/FM Stereo Radio ....................
  • Page 112: Climate Control

    Comfort Controls &Audio Systems Air Conditioning Climate Control On very hot days, open the windows NORM: Use for normal cooling on hot The air conditioner and heater work long enough to let hot inside air escape. days. This setting brings in outside air, best if you keep your windows closed This reduces the time it tales for your cools it and directs it through the...
  • Page 113 Defogging and Defrosting Heating and Venfilafion There are two settings for clearing your When you don’t need to cool the outside windows. For each setting, adjust the air, use these next settings. You can temperature control as desired. The air leave the air as it is or heat it.
  • Page 114 Comfort Controls &Audio Systems Defogging and Defrosting Rear Window Defogger (CONT.) (OPTION) To rapidly defrost the windshield, slide Your vehicle is equipped with side The rear window defogger uses a the temperature control lever all the window defogger vents located on the warming grid to remove fog from the way to WARM and press the DEF rear window.
  • Page 115: Electronic Climate Control

    Electronic Climate Control (OPTION) This system allows you to set the temperature you want. It also lets you choose automatic air flow and direction control, or air flow and direction settings you select. Your vehicle also has the flow-through ventilation system described later in this section.
  • Page 116 Comfort Controls &Audio Systems Ekctronic Climate Control (Cont.) OUTS TEMP: Press to have the Use the following controls when the temperature caused by sunlight. To outside temperature displayed on the system is not set on AUTO: keep you comfortable, it reduces the digital screen.
  • Page 117: Directional Controls

    Directional Controls When the following buttons are pressed, UPPER: Press to direct air flow DEF (Defrost): Press to direct 90% of an indicator light will glow above the through the instrument panel outlets the air to the windshield and side button.
  • Page 118: Steering Wheel Touch Controls For Climate Control

    Comfort Controk &Audio Systems Steering Wheel Touch Controls Rear Window Defogger (OPTION) for Climate Control (OPTION) TEMP: Press the upper part of the DEFOG: Press to warm the control to raise the inside temperature defogger grid on the rear window. The Some heating and cooling controls can setting;...
  • Page 119 Flow-Through Ventilation System Your Oldsmobile's flow-through Ventilation Tips ventilation system supplies outside air Keep the hood and front air inlet free into the vehicle when it is moving. of ice, snow, or any other obstruction Outside air will also enter the vehicle (such as leaves).
  • Page 120: Setting The Clock

    Comfort Controls &Audio Systems Audio Systems The following pages describe the audio systems available for your Oldsmobile, and how to get the best performance from them. Please read about the system in your vehicle. equipment to your vehicle No matter which audio system you have...
  • Page 121 For Radios with SCAN and SEEKA and SEEKV: Stereo 4MIFM Radio With the radio off and the ignition on, press SET. The SET indicator The digital display indicates information The control ring behind the VOLUME will appear on the digital screen for 3n time or radio station frequency, the knob adjusts the lefthight speaker five seconds.
  • Page 124 Comfort &Audio Systems Copttrols AMIFM Stereo Radio with Cassette Player (CONT.) Press SET. The SET indicator will To Play a Cassette Tape: Fast Forward Press the button with appear on the digital screen for five the arrow pointing in the same direction With the power on, insert a tape into seconds.
  • Page 125 Balance Controls Adjusts the lefthight and fronthear AMIFM Stereo with Cassette speaker balance to your individual taste. When you change either Player and Music Search VOL (Volume): Press the top of the adjustment, the bottom of the digital switch to increase the volume. Press the The digital display indicates information screen will display the point of balance bottom of the switch to decrease the...
  • Page 126 Comfort Controls &Audio Systems AMIFM Stereo with Cassette Player and Music Search Preset Radio Stations: A M : Press to select the AM band. (CONT.) Radio Controls You can preselect up to 10 radio FM: Press to select the FM band. stations (five AM and five FM) and The band you select will be displayed on SEEK...
  • Page 128 Comfort Controls &Audio Systems Equalizer Controls Boost the bass, emphasize a voice in a song, brighten the treble-your . . ^ ^ L ^ equalizer gives you freedom to adjust AMIFM Stereo with Cassette five separate frequencies of sound Player and Graphic Equalizer VOL (Volume): Press the top your individual taste.
  • Page 130 Comfort Controls &Audio Systems AMIFM Stereo with Cassette Player and Graphic Equalizer Using tapes that are longer than 90 PROG (Program): Press to change minutes (45 minutes on each side) is the side of tape being played. When the (CONT.) not recommended.
  • Page 131: Am/Fm Stereo With Compact Disc Player

    DGlCO-l0C BAL (Balance): Adjusts the lefthight and fronthear speaker balance to your individual taste. When you change either adjustment, the bottom of the digital screen display the point of w i l l balance you have selected. For the AM/FM Stereo with Compact Disc normal setting preset at the factory, Player VOL (Volume): Adjusts the volume...
  • Page 132 Comfort Controls &Audio Systems AMIFM Stereo with Compact Disc Player (CONT.) To Play a Compact Disc: RCL (Recall): Press once see which track is playing. Press again within five To Preset Radio Stations: Many of the controls for the radio also seconds to see how long your selection The five pushbuttons in the lower right have functions for the compact disc...
  • Page 133 CD Player Anfi-Theft Feature Delco LOC II@ is a security feature that Press SET and appears on the When Finished with the Compact can be used or ignored. If you ignore it, display. Disc Player: your system will play normally. If you Press and hold SEEK until the first If you press POWER or turn off the use it, your system cannot be turned on...
  • Page 134: Steering Wheel Touch Controls For Audio System

    Comfort Controls &Audio Systems CD Player Anti-Theft Feature (CONT.) Press and hold SEEK until the fourth To Disable the Anti-Theft System: Steering Wheel Touch Controls digit of your code appears. for Audio System Enter your secret code by following Press and hold SCAN until the fifth (OPTION)
  • Page 135: Audio Bass Control

    Audio Bass Control Understanding Radio Reception (OPTION) You can adjust the volume of bass FM Stereo VOL (Volume): Press the top of the switch to increase volume or the bottom frequencies, from 50-150 hz, by sliding FM Stereo will give you the best sound, this lever from left to right.
  • Page 136: Care Of Your Cassette Tape Player

    Comfort ConolIs &Audio Systems Understanding Radio Reception Care of Your Cassette Tape Player (CONT.) Stereo A tape player that is not cleaned regularly can cause reduced sound Your Delco* system maybe able to quality, ruined cassettes, or a damaged receive C-Quamm stereo broadcasts. mechanism.
  • Page 137: Fixed Mast Antenna

    Your Care of Compact Discs Fixed Mast Antenna Power Antenna Mast Care Handle discs carefully. Store them in The fixed mast antenna can withstand Your power antenna will look its best their original cases or other protective most car washes without being and work well if it’s cleaned from time cases and away from direct sunlight and damaged.
  • Page 138 Comfort Controls &Audio Systems Power Antenna Mast Care (CONT.) If the mast portion of your antenna is Wipe dry with a clean cloth before Before entering an automatic car damaged, you can easily replace it. See retracting. wash, turn your radio to make your dealer for a replacement kit and Make the antenna go up and down by the power antenna go down.
  • Page 139 Notes...
  • Page 141 Part Your Driving and the Road Road Signs Here you’ll find information about ....................... Defensive Driving ....................driving on different kinds of roads and Drunken Driving ....................in varying weather conditions We’ve also included many other useful tips Control of a Vehicle Braking on driving .........................
  • Page 142 Your Driving the Road STOP DO NOT WRONG RR ADVANCE NARROW PASSING ENTER ZONE BRIDGE CROSSING Color of Road Signs Yellow indicates a general warning. Slow down and be careful when you see Road Signs Red means Stop. It may also indicate a yellow sign.
  • Page 143 FLAGGER WORKERS HEAD AHEAD SHOULDER Orange indicates road construction or Shape of Road Signs 4 diamond-shaped sign is a warning of maintenance. You’ll want to slow down something ahead-for example, a curve, The shape of the sign will tell you when you see an orange sign, as part of steep hill, soft...
  • Page 144 KEEP LEFl “,3 RIGHTTURN ONLY RIGHT THROUGH Symbols on Road Signs Traffic Dghts Shape of Road Signs (CONT.) We’re all familiar with traffic lights or There are many international road signs Rectangular (square or oblong) signs in use today. stop lights. Often green arrows are show speed limits, parking regulations, being used in the lights for improved give directions, and such information as...
  • Page 145 REW%SI!BLE IANE MULTlIANiE ROADWAY ZONE. N'O PASSING'...
  • Page 146 Please start with a very important safety through intersections. You may not or turn suddenly. device in your Oldsmobile: Buckle up. have to use the brake, but if you do, you Index Belts.
  • Page 148 the Road Your Driving shows that the driving skills of many people are impaired at a BAC approaching 0.05 percent, and that the effects are worse at night. All drivers are impaired at BAC levels above 0.05 percent. Statistics show that the chance being in an accident increases sharply for drivers who have a BAC of 0.05 percent or above.
  • Page 149 Drinking and then driving is very dangerous. Your reflexes, perceptions, and judgment can be affected by even small amount of alcohol. You could have a serious-or even fatal-accident if you drive after drinking. Please don't drink and drive or ride with a driver who has been drinking.
  • Page 150 Tiding” your brakes can cause them to overheat to the point that they won’t work well. You might not be able to stop your vehicle in time to avoid an accident. If you “ride” your brakes, they will get so hot they will require a lot of pedal force to slow you down.
  • Page 151 Anti-Lock Brakes (ABS) (OPTION) If you keep pace with the tr&c and If your Oldsmobile has this system, it has an advanced electronic braking allow realistic following distances, you of unnecessary system that w i l l help prevent skidding.
  • Page 152 Your Driving and the Road Anti-Lock Brakes (CONT.) And this light on the instrument panel Here’s how anti-lock works. Let’s say If there’s a problem with the anti-lock will go on when you start your vehicle. the road is wet. You’re driving safely. brake system, the anti-lock brake system warning light will stay on or...
  • Page 153 Disc Brake Wear lndicafors Your Oldsmobile has four-wheel disc You can steer around the obstacle while To Use Anti-Lock: Don’t pump the brakes. Disc brake pads have built-in braking hard. brakes. Just hold the brake pedal down wear indicators that make a high- and let anti-lock work for you.
  • Page 154 and the Road Your Driving Disc Brake Wear Indicators Brake Adjustment Brake Pedal Travel (CONT.) Every time you make a moderate brake See your dealer if the brake pedal does stop, your disc brakes adjust for wear. If not return to normal height, or if there you rarely make a moderate or heavier is a rapid increase in pedal travel.
  • Page 155 Power Seering If you lose power steering assist became the engine stops or the system fails to function, you can steer but it will take much more effort.
  • Page 156 the Road Your Driving Steering Tips-Driving on Curves It’s important to take curves at a Suppose you’re steering through a Speed limit signs near curves warn that reasonable speed. sharp curve. Then you suddenly apply you should adjust your speed. Of the brakes.
  • Page 157 You Your Oldsmobile can perform very well in emergencies like these. First apply must then be prepared to steer back to your original lane and then brake to a your brakes-but unless you have anti- lock, not enough to lock your wheels.
  • Page 158 Your Driving and the Road Passing The driver of a vehicle about to pass another on a two-lane highway waits for just the right moment, accelerates, moves around the vehicle ahead, then Off-Road Recovery goes back into the right lane again. A simple maneuver? You may find sometime that your right problems.
  • Page 159 Watch for traffic signs, pavement When it loolts like a chance to pass is Check your mirrors, glance over your markings, and lines. If you can see a coming up, start to accelerate but stay shoulder, and start your left lane sign up ahead that might indicate a in the right lane and don’t get too change signal before moving out of...
  • Page 160 In any emergency, don’t give up. Keep The three types of skids correspond to trying to steer and constantly seek an your Oldsmobile’s three control Of course, traction is reduced when escape route or area of less danger. systems. In the braking skid your water, snow, ice, gravel, or other wheels aren’t rolling.
  • Page 161 7 “ cause the tires to slide. You may not Driving at Night realize the surface is slippery until your Since you can’t see as well, you may Night driving is more dangerous than vehicle is skidding. Learn to recognize need to slow down and keep more day driving.
  • Page 162 the Road Your Driving High Beams Night Vision If the vehicle approaching you has its lighted service or refreshment area. No one can see as well at night as in the high beams on, signal by flicking yours Eyes shielded from that glare may daytime.
  • Page 164 and the Rad Your Driving Driving in the Rain CAUTION (CONT.) Driving too fast through large water walking. Road spray can often be worse Wet brakes can cause puddles or even going through some car for vision than rain, especially if it accidents.
  • Page 166 Your Driving and the Road...
  • Page 168 Your Driving and the Road Driving on the Freeway Entering the Freeway Freeway Driving Once you are on the freeway, adjust At the entrance there is usually a ramp Mile for mile, freeways (also called your speed to the posted limit or to the that leads to the freeway.
  • Page 170 Oldsmobile dealerships all Tires: They are vitally important to a across North America. They’ll be ready safe, trouble-free trip. Is the tread and willing to help if you need it.
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  • Page 172 Driving and the Road Your Know how to go uphill. You may want to shift down to a lower gear. The lower gears help cool your engine and transaxle, and you can climb the Hill and Mountain Roads hill better. Driving on steep hills or mountains is Stay in your own lane when driving different from driving in flat or rolling...
  • Page 177 If You’re Caught in a BIiuard If you are stopped by heavy snow, you Put on extra clothing or wrap a Snow can trap exhaust gases could be in a serious situation. You blanket around you. If you have no under your vehicle.
  • Page 178 Stuck Caught in a You're in Deep Snow You're Blizzard t i A U I I U N (CONT.) This manual explains how to get the vehicle out of deep snow without Run your engine as long as you only If vou don't use the correct damaging it.
  • Page 179 There are many different laws having Your Oldsmobile can tow a trailer. To to do with trailering. Make sure your Load-pulling components such as the identify what the vehicle trailering engine, transaxle, wheel assemblies, and...
  • Page 180 Your Driving the Road If You Do Decide to Pull a Trailer (CONT.) Weight of the Trailer Oldsmobile Customer Assistance Network Then, during the first 500 miles How heavy can a trailer safely be? It P.O. Box 30095 (800 km) that you tow a trailer, don’t...
  • Page 181 Weight of the Trailer Tongue The trailer tongue should weigh Hitches 10% of the total loaded trailer weight The tongue load (A) of any trailer is It’s important to have the correct hitch After you’ve loaded your trailer, an important weight to measure equipment.
  • Page 182 Your Driving and the Road Trailer Brakes If You Do Decide to Pull a Trailer (CONT.) If your trailer weighs more than 1,000 Safety Chains pounds (450 kg) loaded, then it needs The bumpers on your vehicle are not You should always attach chains its own brakes-and they must be intended for hitches.
  • Page 184 Your Driving and the Road Driving with a Trailer (CONT.) Making Turns When towing a trailer, the green arrows Driving On Grades on your instrument panel will flash for When you’re turning with a trailer, Reduce speed and shift to a lower gear turns even if the bulbs on the trailer are make wider turns than normal.
  • Page 186 Notes...
  • Page 189 Hazard Warning Flashers Here you’ll find what to do about some problems that can occur on the Jump Starting ......................................... road Towing Your Oldsmobile Engine Overheating ....................If a Tire Goes Flat ....................Changing a Flat Tire ....................Compact Spare Tire ....................
  • Page 191 Jump Starting If your battery has run down, you may To Jump Start Your Oldsmobile: want to use another vehicle and some Check the other vehicle. It must have jumper cables to start your Oldsmobilc a 12-volt battery with a negative...
  • Page 192 You wouldn’t be able to start your even when the electric engine is not Oldsmobile, and the bad grounding running and can injure you. Keep could damage the electrical systems. hands, clothing and tools away from any underhood electric fan.
  • Page 193 Using a match near a batteq can cause battery gas to explode. People have been hurt doing this, and some have been Connect the red positive cable to Check that the jumper cables don’t blinded. Use a flashlight if you need o f the have loose or missing insulation.
  • Page 194 Problems on the Road Jump Starting (CONT.) Remove the cables in reverse order Don’t let the other end touch metal. Attach the cable at least 18 inches to prevent electrical shorting. Take Connect it to the positive (45 cm) away from the dead battery, care that they don’t touch each terminal of the good battery.
  • Page 195 That if you have the 4-door “I” series, Try to have a GM dealer or a To help avoid injury to you or a 2-door Oldsmobile, your vehicle professional towing service tow your or others: from...
  • Page 196 This can cause a collision, position, with clamping device Towing Your Oldsmobile earlier in this serious personal injury and vehicle designed for towing service. Do not use section. damage. The vehicle should be the vehicle’s steering column lock for...
  • Page 197 2-Doors and I-Series, 4-DOOr 4=Door, except I-Series Position a 4x4 wood beam across sling chains against the bottom of the cradle horns. Jse wheel-lift or car carrier uipment. Additional ramping be required for car carrier...
  • Page 198 Before hooking up to a tow truck, be to read all the information on Dual Exhausts sure 3 . Attach a separate safety chain around Towing Your Oldsmobile earlier in this the outboard end of each lower If your vehicle is equipped with dual section. control exhausts, center the sling between arm.
  • Page 199 3 . Attach a separate safety chain around CAUTION gage or the warning light about a hot the outboard end of each lower engine on your Oldsmobile’s instrument control a r m . Steam from an overheated panel. You also have a low coolant engine can burn you badly, warning light on your instrument panel.
  • Page 200 Probkms on the Road f there's still no sign of steam, you can If you get the overheat warning with no Engine Overheating (CONTJ dle the engine for two or three minutes sign of steam, try this for a minute or so: If No Steam is from Your Coming...
  • Page 201 Cooling System The coolant level should be at or above the COLD mark. When you decide it’s safe to lift the hood, here’s what you’ll see: If it isn’t, you may have a leak in the radiator hoses, heater hoses, radiator, (A) Coolant recovery tank water pump or somewhere else in the If there seems to be no leak, check to...
  • Page 202 Problems on the Road Adding only plain water to your cooling system can be dangerous. Plain water, or some other liquid like alcohol, can boil before the proper coolant mix will. You can be burned if you Your vehicle's coolant warning spill coolant on hot engine system is set for the proper coolant Coolant contains ethylene...
  • Page 203 How to Add Coolant to the Radiator: remove the radiator pressure Then keep turning the pressure cap, you turn it. cap when the cooling system, but now push down as including the radiator pressure cap. Remove the pressure cap. and upper radiator hose, is no longer hot.
  • Page 204 Problems on the Road Engine Overheating (CONTJ 4 . Fill the radiator with the proper mix, 3.4L V6 (VIN Code X): There are 3 . After the engine cools, open the up to the base of the filler neck. coolant air bleed valve or valves. two bleed valves.
  • Page 205 Then fill the coolant recovery tank to Put the cap back on the coolant Start the engine and let it run until the COLD mark. recovery tank, but leave the radiator you can feel the upper radiator hose pressure cap off. getting hot.
  • Page 206 Problems on the Road Engine Overheating (cow.) Ifa Tire Flat Goes Then replace the pressure cap. Be A rear blowout, particularly on a curve, I O . It’s unusual for a tire to (‘blow out’’ sure the arrows on the pressure cap acts much like a skid and may require while you’re driving, especially if you line up like this.
  • Page 207 c & Changing a Flat Tire If a tire goes flat, avoid further tire and wheel damage by driving slowly to a level The following steps w i l l tell you how to place. Turn on your hazard warning flashers. use the jack and change a tire.
  • Page 208 Problems on the Road Tire Changing a Flat ~CONT.) 3 . Twn the wheel wrench retainer Remove the bolt securing the jack by Remove wing nut securing the the tire turning it counterclockwise, Then located under cover compact spare tire spacer by counterclockwise to remove the turning it counterclockwise.
  • Page 209 If your vehicle has exposed wheel nut Using the wheel wrench, loosen all caps, remove them using the wheel the wheel nuts. Don't remove them nut wrench. yet.
  • Page 210 Problems on the Road ........Attach the socket end of the wheel IO. Position the jack and raise the jack Getting under a vehicle when wrench to the jack.
  • Page 211 Raise the vehicle by rotating the 1 1. Remove any rust or dirt from the Rust or dirt on the wheel, or wheel wrench cloclmise. Raise the wheel bolts, mounting surfaces or on the parts to which it is vehicle far enough so there’s enough spare wheel.
  • Page 212 Problems on the Road Changing a Flat Tire (CONI-.) Lower the vehicle by rotating the Tighten the wheel nuts firmly in a Replace the wheel nuts with the wheel wrench counterclockwise. criss-cross sequence as shown. rounded end of the nuts toward the Lower the iack comdetelv.
  • Page 213 Store the flat tire as far forward in Compact Spare Tire the trunk as possible. Store the jack Although the compact spare was fully and wheel wrench in their inflated when your vehicle was new, compartment in the trunk. can lose air after a time. Check the inflation pressure regularly.
  • Page 214 Problems on the Road If You’re Stuck: In Sand, Mud, Ice Compact Spare Tire (CONT.) Snow YBTICE What you don’t want to do when your vehicle is stuck is to spin your wheels. The method laown as “rocking” can help you get out when you’re stuck, but you must use caution.
  • Page 215 If that doesn’t get above 35 mph (56 lun/h) as shown you out after a few tries, you may need on the speedometer. to be towed out. If you do need to be towed out, see the Index under Towing Your Oldsmobile.
  • Page 218 ‘votes...
  • Page 219 Part Service &Appearance Care...
  • Page 220 Doing Your Own Service Work Service If you want to do some of your own Your Oldsmobile dealer knows your service work, you’ll want to get the vehicle best and wants you to be happy proper Oldsmobile Service Manual. It with it.
  • Page 221 What about gasoline with blending materials that contain oxygen, such as MTBE or alcohol? MTBE is “methyl tertiary-butyl ether.’’ Fuel that is no more than 15% MTBE is fine for your vehicle. Ethanol is ethyl or grain alcohol. Properly-blended fuel that is no more If it’s bad enough, it can damage your than 10% ethanol is fine for your engine.
  • Page 222 Sewice & Appeurunce Care Gasolines for Cleaner Air Fuels in Foreign Countries In addition, some gasoline suppliers are If you plan on driving in another Your use of gasoline with detergent now producing reformulated gasolines. country outside the U.S. or Canada, additives will help prevent deposits These gasolines are specially designed unleaded fuel may be hard to find.
  • Page 224 Service Appearance Care & Checking Things Under the Hood Release Filling Your Tank (CONT.) To open the hood, first pull the handle inside the vehicle.
  • Page 225 Then go to the front of the vehicle and An electric fan under the Things that burn can get on release the secondary hood release. hood can start up and injure hot engine parts and start a Lift the hood. you even when the engine is not fire.
  • Page 226 V6 Engine 3,IL (CODE When you open the hood, you’ll see: Power Steering Fluid Reservoir Automatic Transaxle Fluid Dipstick 3 . Brake Fluid Reservoir Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir Battery Air Cleaner Engine Oil Fill Cap Engine Oil Dipstick Radiator Pressure Cap IO.
  • Page 227 Twin Dual Cam (DOHC) 3 . 4 1 Engine (CODE you open the hood, you'll see: When Power Steering Fluid Reservoir Automatic Transaxle Fluid Dipstick 3 . Brake Fluid Reservoir Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir Engine Oil Fill Cap Engine Oil Dipstick Radiator Pressure Cap Engine Coolant Reservoir...
  • Page 228 Sewice & Appearance Care 3.1 L V6: Checking Engine Oil Engine Oil Retractable Underhood Light (OPTION) It’s a good idea to check your engine oil level every time you get fuel. In order to To Use: get an accurate reading, the oil must be Pull the light away from the base and warm and the vehicle must be level...
  • Page 229 When to Add Oil: If the oil is at or below the O D line, V6: Adding Engine Oil What Mnd of Oil to Use then you’ll need to add some oil. But you must use the right kind. This Look for Three Things: of oil to use.
  • Page 230 SAE 1OW-40 or SAE 20W-50. GM Goodwrench@ Oil (in Canada, GM Engine Oil) meets all the requirements for your vehicle. Engine Oil Additives Don’t add anything to your oil. Your Oldsmobile dealer is ready to advise if you think something should be added.
  • Page 231 What to Do with Used An engine block heater can be a big help if you have to park outside in v cold weather, 0°F (-18°C) or colder. your vehicle this option, see the Index under Engine Block Heater. If none of them true, change the oil every 7,500 miles (12 500 months-whichever comes first.
  • Page 232 Service & Appearance Care Air Cleaner To Check or Replace: Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine when to replace the air filter and pull Remove the four screws and the PCV filter. the cover. Index Scheduled See the under Maintenance Services.
  • Page 233 Remove the a i r cleaner filter. 3 . Be sure to install the air cleaner filter andreplace the cover tightly.
  • Page 234 Automatic Transaxle Fluid (CONT.) Wait at least minutes before Then, Without Shutting off the To Check the Fluid Level: checking the transaxle fluid level if you Engine, Follow These Steps: Park your vehicle on a level place. have been driving: Pull out the dipstick and wipe it with Place the shift lever in P (Park) with When outside temperatures are above...
  • Page 235 Add Transaxle Fluid Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of transaxle fluid 3.1 L V 6 Adding Automatic Transaxle V6: Checking Automatic Transaxle to use. See the Index under Fluids Fluid Fluid Lubricants. If the fluid level is low, add only enough of the proper fluid to bring the fluid level into the cross-hatched area on the dipstick.
  • Page 237 Adding Coolant To Check Coolant: this light comes on, means you’re Turning the radiator pressure on engine coolant. When your engine is cold, the coolant cap when the engine and level should be between the COLD To Add Coolant: radiator are hot can allow steam and HOT marks or a little higher.
  • Page 238 Radiator Pressure Cap Addhg Coolant (CONT.) Add coolant mix at the recovery tank, careful to spill You can be burned if you spill coolant on hot engine parts. Coolant contains ethylene glycol, and it will burn if the engine parts are hot enough. Don't spill coolant on a hot engine.
  • Page 239 Power Steering Fluid Windshield Washer Fluid Check Power Steering Fluid: What to Add To Add Unscrew the cap and wipe the dipstick Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to Open the cap labeled WASHER with a clean rag. Replace the cap and determine what kind of fluid to use.
  • Page 240 Service & Appearance Care Windshield Washer Fluid (CONT.) Master Brake Cylinder The other reason is that fluid is leaking Your brake master cylinder is here. It is filled with DOT-3 brake fluid. out of the brake system. If it is, you should have your brake system fixed, Your vehicle is equipped with either since a leak means that sooner or later...
  • Page 241 What If you have too much brake When you do need brake fluid, use only fluid, it can spill on the DOT-3 brake fluid-such as Deko engine. The fluid will burn if the Supreme 1 1 * (GM Part No. 1052535). engine is hot enough.
  • Page 242 Appearance Care & Bulb Replacement In this section you’ll find directions for changing the light bulbs in some of the lights on your Oldsmobile. You’ll also find directions for adjusting the alignment of the mini-quad headlights, Vehicle Storage Baffery if you have this type.
  • Page 243 Checking Aim of the Headlights @-DOOR MODELS) To check the aim, the vehicle should be Your vehicle has the 55 x 135 mini- properly prepared as follows: quad headlight system. These The vehicle must have all four tires on headlights have horizontal and vertical a perfectly level surface.
  • Page 245 To Replace a Headlight (2-DOOR MODELS) 4 . Now adjust the vertical aim. Check Pry up the plastic pins and remove Before replacing a headlight that does the vertical aim for each headlight the headlight cover. not light, check to make sure that the and adjust it as necessary.
  • Page 246 To Replace a Headlight (CONT.) 4 . Remove the wiring connector from Check the new headlight again. The Remove the Torx@ head screws at the number on the top of the light the headlight socket by lifting the end of the aiming ring. The aiming must match the number on the plastic locking tabs on the connector ring will swing open like a gate.
  • Page 247 Plug the wiring connector into the Insert the tabs on the aiming ring Holding the aiming ring closed, insert into headlight socket. Snap the locking the slots in the headlight the screws at the end of the ring. assemblv. tabs onto the socket. Tighten the screws until the aiming ring touches the plastic nuts on both Place the new headlight in the...
  • Page 248 Bulbs to check the type of bulb to use. be affected, see your Oldsmobile dealer. The vehicle must have all four tires on Headlights on damaged vehicles may Bulb: To Replace a a perfectly level surface.
  • Page 251 See Press the bulb housing release lever Reverse all steps to reassemble the your Oldsmobile dealer for help with and turn the housing turn taillight. this. counterclockwise to remove it.
  • Page 252 Sewice & Appearance Care Loading Your Vehicle Windshield Wper Blade Replacement Two labels on your vehicle show how your vehicle, d e d the GVWR (Gross much weight it may properly carry. The Vehicle Weight Rating). The GVWR Replacement blades come in different Tire-Loading Information label found includes the weight of the vehicle, a l l...
  • Page 254 Poorly maintained and improperly used tires are dangerous. Overloading your tires can cause overheating as a result of too much friction. You could have an air-out and a serious accident. See Loading Your Vehicle earlier in this section. Underinflated tires pose the same danger as overloaded tires. The resulting accident could cause serious injury.
  • Page 255 Inflation-Tire Pressure The Tire-Loading Information label When to Check which is on the inside of the trunk lid Check your tires once a month or shows the correct inflation pressures for more. Don’t forget your compact spare your tires, when they’re cold. “Cold” tire.
  • Page 256 Service Appearance Care & Tire Inspection and Rotation After the tires have been rotated, adjust To make your tires last longer, have Rust or dirt on a wheel, or on the front and rear inflation pressure as them inspected and rotated at the the parts to which it is shown on the Tire-Loading Information mileages recommended in the...
  • Page 258 Sewice & Appearance Care Temperature-A, B, C Uniform Tire Quality actual conditions of their use, however, The temperature grades are A (the Grading and may depart significantly from the highest), B, and C, representing the The following information relates to the norm due to variations in driving habits, tire’s resistance to the generation of system developed by the United States...
  • Page 259 In most cases, you will not need to have buildup and possible tire failure. can sometimes be repaired). See your your wheels aligned again. However, if Oldsmobile dealer if any of these Those grades are molded on the or your you notice unusual tire wear conditions exist.
  • Page 260 Using the wrong replacement wheels, wheel bolts, or wheel nuts on your vehicle can be dangerous. It could affect the bralcing and handling of your vehicle, make your tires lose air and male you lose control. You could have a collision in which you or others could be injured.
  • Page 261 Some are dangerous if you breathe their fumes in a closed space. When you use anything in a container to clean Oldsmobile, be sure to follow the your instructions. And always open your doors or windows when you're cleaning 'p;F!.!z7par...
  • Page 262 Wipe vinyl with a clean, damp cloth. If a ring forms after spot cleaning, clean the entire area immediately or it Your Oldsmobile dealer has two GM will set. cleaners-a solvent-type spot lifter and a foam-type powdered cleaner. They...
  • Page 264 ,*,.l*I %>,,,.. e : ? , Care of Safety Belts Cleaning the of the Instrument Panel .Keep belts clean-and dry. mild soap and water to clean only top surfaces the instrument panel. Sprays containing silicones or Do not bleach or dye safety waxes may cause annoying reflections belts.
  • Page 265 Glass Inside Center High-Mounted stOp/ight Glass should be cleaned often. GM (2-DOOR MODELS) out to replace. Push in a 4 . Pull the bulb Glass Cleaner (GM Part No. 1050427) new bulb. Index For the type bulb, see the or a liquid household glass cleaner will Replacement Bulbs.
  • Page 266 Sewice & Appearance Care Cleaning the Outside of the Inside Center High-Mounted Windshield and Wiper Blades SfOP/@hf Press the bulb socket back into the (4-DOOR MODELS) housing. If the windshield is not clear after using For the type of bulb, see the Index the windshield washer, or if the wiper under Replacement Bulbs.
  • Page 267 EQUIPPED) Oldsmobile Occasional waxing or mild polishing of Your aluminum wheels have a your Oldsmobile may be necessary to protective coating similar to the painted The paint finish on your vehicle remove residue from the paint finish. surface of your Oldsmobile. Don’t use...
  • Page 268 Sheet Mefal Damage Weathersfrips White Sidewall Tires If your vehicle is damaged and requires Your Oldsmobile dealer has a GM These are places where glass or metal sheet metal repair or replacement, make White Sidewall Tire Cleaner. You can meets rubber. Silicone grease there will...
  • Page 270 This is the legal identifier for your Airborne pollutants can fall upon and Oldsmobile. It appears on a plate in the attack painted surfaces on your vehicle. front corner of the instrument panel, on This damage can take two forms: the driver’s side.
  • Page 271 Engine Identification Service Parts ldentification Label Add-on Electrical Equipment The eighth character in your VIN is the You'll find this label on your spare tire engine code for your GM engine. This cover. It's very helpful if you ever need code w i l l help you identify your engine,...
  • Page 272: Fuses & Circuit Breakers

    Service & Appearance Care Fuses & Circuit Breakers Look at the silver-colored band inside Spare fuses and a fuse puller are located The wiring circuits in your vehicle are the fuse. If the band is broken or in the glove box lid. To remove the protected from short circuits by melted, replace the fuse.
  • Page 273 Fuse Rating Circuitry Glove Box Fuse Block (AMP.) Radio & Clock Radio & Clock; Passive Restraint Lockout, Passive Restraint Timer; DID, Cluster Door Lock; Courtesy, Glove Box, Underhood, Trunk, Header Lights; Lighted Inside Rearview Mirror, Outside Power Mirrors Windshield Wiper & Washer Temp Door Motor;...
  • Page 274 Service & Appearance Care Component Center Fuse Rating Circuitry (AMP.) Relay Defogger Timer A i r Conditioner Blower Relay (HI) (LO) Conditioner Blower Relay Defogger Rear Circuit Breaker Power Accessories Circuit Breaker Power Windows Sunroof Circuit Breaker Breaker Headlight Circuit Not Used Chime Module Hazard Flasher...
  • Page 275 Relay Rating Circuitry (AMP.) Fuel Pump Passenger Side. Underhood Electrical Center AIR Pump (3.4L) Fuse Rating Circuitry Secondary Cooling Fan (AMP.) Primary Cooling Fan Not Used A/C Clutch Coil Trugk Release (Auto) Fusible Elements ECM; Fuel Pump Starter Solenoid Not Used Cooling Fan (3.1L) Not Used Cooling Fan (3.4L)
  • Page 276 Yemice & Appearance Lure Driver Side Underhood Electrical Center Circuitry Fuse Not Used Not Used ABS Controller Exterior Lights H C i m ABS Control Module Not Used Not Used Not Used Fog Lights Not Used Not Used Not Used Not Used Relay I 74...
  • Page 277 Headlight Wiring Windshield Wipers Power Windows and Other Power Options The headlight wiring is protected by a The windshield wiper motor is protected circuit breaker in the component center. by a circuit breaker and a fuse. If the Circuit breakers in the fuse-panel An electrical overload will cause the motor overheats due to heavy snow, protect the power windows and other...
  • Page 278 Service Appearance Care & Capacities & Specifications Engine Crankcase ..............3.1L V6 4 quarts 3.8 L f...-.T...Ti' .r-.~r.ir.iii+ir.riC.~.r..l ..........Twin Dual Cam (DOHC) 3.4L V6 5 quarts 4.8 L When changing filter, up to quart more oil may be needed. (1 L) Automatic Transaxle When draininglreplacing converter, more fluid may be needed.
  • Page 279 Not all air conditioning refrigerants are the same. If the air conditioning system in your vehicle needs refrigerant, be sure the proper refrigerant is used. you’re not sure, ask your Oldsmobile dealer. Fuel Tank................... 16.5 gallons 62.0 L Power Steering Pump Only ..................
  • Page 280 Service & Appearance Care Fluids & Lubricants SIZE GM PART NUMBER ITEM APPLICATION gal........Year-round antifreeze for ......1052753 (3.8 Antifreeze Coolant.. coolant mixtures (Ethylene Glycol Base) General chassis lube, etc......1052497 14 oz. (397 g) Chassis Lubricant ........(Grease Gun Insert) ....
  • Page 281 ITEM APPLICATION GM PART NUMBER SIZE Engine Oil ..........Hood, trunk and door hinges Windshield Washer Solvent ....Windshield washer fluid Power Steering Fluid ....... Power Steering System ......1050017 (1.0 L) 1052884 (0.5 L) Silicone Grease ........Weatherstrips ..........1245579 ..
  • Page 282 Replacemenf Bulbs BULB QUTNDE .LIGHTS 3057 2358NA 2355 H4351 (L) H4352 (U) 9006 9005 24NA 3057...
  • Page 283 INSIDE LIGHTS BULB Ashtray ....................Center Instrument Cluster ................Analog Cluster 168. 194 ................Electronic Cluster Courtesy Lights Door ....................12864 Rear 212-2 ....................Reading Lights Front ................................. Inside Rearview Mirror Rear 212-2 ....................................Glove Box Light ............... Heater &...
  • Page 284 Service Appearance Care & Twin Dual Cam (DOHC) 3.4L V6...
  • Page 285 Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts Air Cleaner Element All Engines ..................AC Type A-1 129C Engine Oil Filter All Engines ..................AC Type PF-5 1 PCV Valve 3.1L V6 AC Type CV-892C ............................Twin Dual Cam (DOHC) 3.4L V6 AC Type CV-881C Spark Plugs 3.1L V6 AC Type oR44LTSM...
  • Page 287 Notes...
  • Page 289 Your Vehicle and the Environment ..........How This Part is Organized ............This part covers the maintenance Scheduled Maintenance Services required for your Oldsmobile Your Using Your Maintenance Schedules ..........vehicle needs these services to retain its safety. dependability and emission Selecting the Right Schedule ............
  • Page 290 Maintenance Schedule Introduction A Word Abouf Maintenance We at General Motors want to help you keep your vehicle in good working condition. But we don’t know exactly how you’ll drive it. You may drive very short distances only a few times a week.
  • Page 291 Section C: Periodic Maintenance Inspections explains service department or another qualified service center do important inspections that your Oldsmobile dealer’s service department or another qualified service center should these jobs. perform.
  • Page 292 Your to follow: Oldsmobile dealer lmows your vehicle best and wants you to be happy with it. If you go to your dealer for your service needs, you’ll know that GM-trained and supported service people will perform the work using genuine GM parts.
  • Page 293 Schedule I1 Schedule I Follow Schedule I1 if none of the above conditions is Is any of these true for your vehicle? only true. km). Most trips are less than 4 miles (6 Most trips are less than 10 miles (16 km) when outside temperatures are below freezing.
  • Page 294 Maintenance Schedule Section A: Scheduled Maintenance Services (cant.) Schedule WHEN TO PERFORM TO BE SERVICED Miles (kilometers) or Months See Explanation o f Scheduled Maintenance Follow Schedule I if your vehicle is (whichever occurs jirst). Services following Schedules I and II. MAINLY driven under one or more of the following conditions: When most trips are less than 4 miles...
  • Page 295 The services shown in this schedule up to 48,000 miles (80 performed after 48,000 miles the same intervals. MILES (000) 3 1 6 1 9 I 1 2 I 1 5 I 1 8 1 3 3 1 2 1 1 2 4 1 2 7 1 3 0 1 3 6 1 3 9 1 4 2 1 4 5 1 4 8...
  • Page 296 Maintenance Schedule Section A: Scheduled Maintenance Services (cant.) TO BE SERWCED WHEN TO PERFO'RM ITEM or Mmth Miles (kiomtm) See J&plm.#ion Scheduled Maintenance Sewices hllowing !khedules I and II. (whichaver occurs first). A t 7,500 M k s then every l5,oOa kin) Miles (25 Oao...
  • Page 297 The services shown in this schedule up to 45,000 miles (75 000 are to be performed after 45,000 miles at the same intervals. MILES (000) 22.5 45 37.5 KILOMETERS (000)
  • Page 298 Maintenance Schedule Section A: Scheduled Maintenance Services (Cant.) Explanation of Scheduled Maintenance Services The proper fluids and lubricants to use are listed in Section D. Make sure whoever services your vehicle uses these. All Below are explanations of the services listed in Schedule I parts should be replaced and all necessary repairs done and Schedule 11.
  • Page 299 ITEM ITEM SERVICE SERVICE Engine Accessory Drive Belt (s) Inspection Transaxle Service-Change both the fluid and (California 3.1L Code T engine”)-Inspect the filter every 15,000 miles (25 000 ltm) if the vehicle belt for cracks, fraying, wear and proper tension. is mainly driven under one or more of these Replace as needed.
  • Page 300 Maintenance Schedule Section A: Scheduled Maintenance Services (Cant.) ITEM ITEM SERVICE SERVICE Air Cleaner Filter Replacement*-Replace every Positive Crankcase Ventilation 30,000 miles (50 000 km) or more often under Inspection*-Inspect system for proper function. dusty conditions. Ask your dealer for the proper Replace worn, plugged or collapsed hoses or seals.
  • Page 301 Section B: Owner Checks & Services Listed below are owner checks and services which should be Be sure any necessary repairs are completed at once. made at the intervals specified to help ensure the safety, Whenever any fluids or lubricants are added to your vehicle, dependability and emission control performance of your make sure they are the proper ones, as shown in Section D.
  • Page 302 Maintenance Schedule Section 8: Owner Checks & Services (cant.) At Least Once a Year CHECK WHAT TO DO OR SERVICE ~ _ ~ _ _ Key Lock Cylinders Lubricate the key lock cylinders with the lubricant specified in Section D. Body Lubrication Lubricate all body door hinges.
  • Page 303 CHECK WHAT TO DO OR SERVICE Steering Column Lock While parked, and with the parking brake set, try to turn the key to Lock in each shift lever position. The key should turn to Lock only when the shift lever is in P (Park). The key should come out only in Lock.
  • Page 304 Maintenunce Schedule Section C: Periodic Maintenance Inspections Listed below are inspections and services which should be performed at least twice a year (for instance, each spring and fall). You should let your GM dealer’s service department or other qualified service center do these jobs. Make sure any necessary repairs completed at once.
  • Page 305 Section D: Recommendeld Fluids & Lub'ricanfs Fluids-and lubricants identified below name, part number or specification may be obtained from your GM-dealer. NOTE: FWI.D/L!JBRIlCANT USAGE O i l Engine Engine Cuolailt Hydraulic Brake System Chassis lubriiant meeting requirements of NLGI Grade Category LB or GC-LB parktng Brake Guides...
  • Page 306 Maintenance Schedule Section D: Recommended Fluids & Lubricants (Cont.1 FLUID/LUBRICANT USAGE Key Lock Cylinders Lubricate with Multi-Purpose Lubricant (GM Part No. 12345120), synthetic SAE 5W-30 engine oil or silicone lubricant (GM Part No. 1052276 or 1052277). Automatic Transaxle Engine oil. Shift Linkage Chassis Lubrication Chassis lubricant meeting requirements...
  • Page 307 USAGE FWID/WBRICANT Hood Latch Assembly a. Pivots and Spring a. Engine oil. Anchor b. Release Pawl b. Chassis lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI Grade 2, Category LB or GC-LB (GM Part No. 1052497 or equivalent). Hood and Door Hinges Engine oil or Lubriplate Lubricant (GM Part No. 1050109). Fuel Door Hinge Weatherstrips Dielectric Silicone Grease (GM Part No.
  • Page 308 Maintenance Schedule Section E: Maintenance Record or Schedule I1 maintenance charts which correspond to the After the scheduled services are performed, record the date, maintenance performed. Also, you should retain all odometer reading and who performed the service in the maintenance receipts.
  • Page 309 ODOMETER DATE SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED READING...
  • Page 310 ODOMETER SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED DATE READING...
  • Page 311 Customer Satisfaction Procedure ................Customer Assistance for the Hearing or Speech Impaired ........Oldsmobile if you need assistance This part also tells you how to obtain BBB MediatiodArbitration Program ..............service publications and how to report Reporting Safety Defects ..................
  • Page 312 Sales or Dealership name and location further help, contact the Oldsmobile Service Departments. Sometimes, Vehicle delivery date and present Customer Assistance Network by however, despite the best intentions of mileage calling 1-800-442-6537.
  • Page 313 When contacting Oldsmobile, please remember that yourproblem w i l l likely be resolved in the dealership, using the dealership's facilities, equipment and personnel. That is why we suggest you follow Step One first if you have a problem.
  • Page 314 If mediation is not satisfaction. However, if you have not number: 1-800-955-5100. For further successful, or if you do not wish to been substantially satisfied, Oldsmobile information about filing a claim, you participate in mediation, eligible wants you to be aware of GM's...
  • Page 315 Arbitrators 1-800-955-5100. You may also cal 1 the make decisions based on the principles Oldsmobile Customer Assistance of fairness and equity, and are not Center. required to duplicate the functions of courts by strictly applying state or federal law.
  • Page 316 However, write: notlfylng General Motors of Canada NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you, your Limited. You may write to: Oldsmobile Customer Assistance dealer, or General Motors. Network Transport Canada P.O. Box 30095 Box 8880...
  • Page 318 Information on how to obtain Product affecting a small number of cars or useful service bulletins about Service Publications, Subscriptions and trucks. Your Oldsmobile dealer or a Oldsmobile products. Oldsmobile Indexes as described below is applicable qualified technician may have to...
  • Page 319 31 7...
  • Page 320 They are not meant for the “do-it- potentially apply to the most recent charge for indexes for the 1989-1993 yourselfer.” Technicians have the Oldsmobile models will be listed in the model years. equipment, tools, safety instructions, most recent publication for that model and know-how to do a job quickly and year.
  • Page 321 Publication Order Fomz Oldsmobile Division service publications are intended for use by professional, Individual Product Service Publications qualified technicians. Attempting repairs or service without the appropriate SERVICE GUILD PSP NUMBER* EACH SUBTOTAL training, tools, and equipment could MONTHWEAR"" cause injury to you or others and $4.00...
  • Page 322 Publication Order F o m Mail Order Form and check or money order (in U.S. funds) payable to: 1993 Model Year with Binder $1 00.00 Lansing Lithographers Model 1992 Year with Binder 100.00 0. Box 23188 Lansing, Michigan 48909 1991 Model Year with Binder 100.00 Allow about 4 weeks for handling 1990 Model Year with Binder...
  • Page 323 1993 Service Manuals Order F o m QUANTITY PRICE* SUBTOTAL Eighty Eight/Ninety Eight $40.00 Mail Order Form and check or money order (in U.S. funds) payable to: Achieva 43.00 Lansing Lithographers P. 0. Box 23188 Cutlass Ciera & Cutlass Cruiser 41 .OO Lansing, Michigan 48909 50.00...
  • Page 325 Notes...
  • Page 327 ......Setting the Clock Steering Wheel Touch ........Controls Automatic Lap-Shoulder Belt (see Belts) Safety Automatic Transaxle ....Adding Fluid 233, 276, 278 ....... Checking Fluid ..........Shifting ......Starting the Engine...
  • Page 328 Index ......Safety Belts) Fiberglass Springs Center Lap Belts (see Brake System Warning Light ................Glass Anti-Lock Brake System ....99 Chains. Tire 212. 258 ..............HUD (Head-Up Display) Changing a Flat Tire Standard Brakes ..........Inside of Your Vehicle Brakes.
  • Page 329 ......84 Controlling a Skid ......Emergency Towing ......193 Console. Rear Seat ....Control of a Vehicle ......Defensively ........Engine Block Heater 57. 229 ......... Convenience Net ....... Drunken ........Engine Coolant ............235. 278 ...... Convex Outside Mirror Freeway Checking &...
  • Page 330 Exhaust Fluid ..........Dangerous Gas Automatic Transaxle 23 1 Gages ............Coolant Temperature Parking with the Engine Running Brake 238. 278 ..................Fuel Expectant Mothers, Use of Capacities ....................... Voltmeter Safety Belts Power Steering 237. 279 ....
  • Page 331 ......High-Low Beam ........ Identification Keyless Entry System ....... On” Reminder Englne ..........Keys ..................Replacement ....... Replacement Bulbs ......Label. Service Parts Number. Vehicle (VIN Code) ..268 L a n e Change Indicator ..............Wiring Idling Your Engine ..........
  • Page 332 Mirrors ....... Convex Outside ....side Manual Bay/Night ........al Adjust ....anual Remote Control ....Power Remote Control ........Visor Vanity ........ Mountain Driving ......et. Convenience ......New Vehicle Break-In ........Night Driving ..
  • Page 333 .... Power Antenna ....Remote Lock Control ......‘135 afety Belts ..............Power Door Locks Remote Positive Battery Terminal ..192 Adults ..........21 Power Mirrors ........82 Remote Trunk Release ...... Automatic Lap-Shoulder Belt ..22 Power Seat Controls ......Replacement Bulbs ......
  • Page 334 ............Climate Control ....Signaling Turns 69. 143 Safety Defects. Reporting .......... Signs. Road Scheduled Maintenance Services Stereo Sound Systems ......Six-Way Power Seat Seat Belts (see Safety Belts) (see Audio Systems) ................Seat Controls Skidding Storage ....
  • Page 335 Vehicle Identification Number Towing a Trailer ......(VIN) .......... Towing Your Oldsmobile ....193 ..Underhood Light. Retractable Temperature Warning Light ....95 Traffic Lights ........142 Unleaded Gasoline ......Theft ............ Trailer Towing ......... 176 Upholstery Care ........ Driving with a Trailer ....18 1 Urban Driving ........
  • Page 336 Index .......... Windows Low Fuel ....................Power Standard ................... Safety Belt ..... Windshield Washer ......75 Service Engine Soon ............ 75 75, 237, 264, 279 Washer, Windshield Fluid Windshield Wipers ......Weight ..Gross Axle Rating (GAWR) Windshield Wiper Gross Vehicle Rating (GVWR) ..
  • Page 337 Notes...
  • Page 338 Service Stution Information Capacity U.S..Gal. Tire 16.5 Pressure Spare Use unleaded gas only, Compact Spare: 60 psi (420 kPa) octane or higher. See Page 211 See Page...
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