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Summary of Contents for Oldsmobile 1993 Achieva

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents The Power Intelligent Engineering How to Use this Manual . Part Seats & Safety BeZts . Features & Controls Audio Systems . Comfort Controls & Your Driving and the Road Problems on the Road . . aervice &...
  • Page 4 ..This manual includes product after that time without further notice.
  • Page 5: The Power Of Intelligent Engineering

    I n t e l l i g e n t E n g i n e e r i n g Engineering with a purpose. It’s at the heart of every Oldsmobile. Your new Oldsmobile continues a 96-year tradition of engineering excellence.
  • Page 6 Year.” Still breaking new ground. the 1974 “Toro” became the first car equipped with a production “air bag.” Recent Oldsmobile engineering has created exciting advancements like the responsive Quad 4 engine. Versions the 4-cylinder, 16-valve Quad 4 propelled...
  • Page 7 24-hour roadside assistance, Bumper-to-Bumper Plus Warranty protection, even free transportation i s i n while your vehicle for warranty service. With the Oldsmobile Edge, we've pledged to make your ownership &1-. experience a great one. J. D. Rock General Manager...
  • Page 8: How To Use This Manual

    Part 2: Features Controls & This part explains how to start and operate your Oldsmobile. Part 3: Comfort Controls Audio Systems & This part tells you how to adjust the ventilation and comfort controls and how to operate your audio system.
  • Page 9 Part 8: Customer Assistance Information how to contact This part tells you Oldsmobile for assistance and how to get service publications. It also gives Reporting Safety you information on Defects. Part 9: Index Here’s an alphabetical listing of...
  • Page 10 In this manual, we’ve used the familiar words and colors that Oldsmobile has used for years. You’ll also see warning labels on your vehicle. They use the same colors, and the words CAUTION or NOTICE.
  • Page 11 Vehicle Symbols These are some the symbols you will find on your vehicle. For example, these symbols are used original battery: Caution Possible Injury Protect Eyes by Shielding Caustic Battery Acid Could Cause Burns Avoid Sparks or Flames Spark or Flame Could Explode Battery These symbols are important for you and your passengers whenever your...
  • Page 12 Use this Manual Vehicle Symbols (GOIT.) symbols These are on some your controls: Windshield Wipers Windshield Washer Windshield Defroster Rear Window Defogger Ventilating Fan Power Window symbols These are used on warning and indicator lights: Engine Coolant Temperature Baifery Charging System Fuel Engine Oil Pressure...
  • Page 13 Here you’ll find information about the seats in your Oldsmobile. and how to use your safety belts properly can also learn about some things you should not do with safety belts Part Seats Safety Belts & Seats and Seat Controls ..........
  • Page 14 Safety Belts & Seats Controls Seats Seat seats- This section tells you about the how to adjust them-and also about reclining seatbacks and head restraints. Manual Front Seat You can lose control of the vehicle if you try to adjust a manual driver’s seat while the vehicle is moving.
  • Page 15 Manus/ &Way Adjustble Seat (OFT/ON) are two There levers at the front seat. The left lever adjusts the seat forward and back. The right lever of the seat. adjusts the angle of the front To Adjust the Seat’s Forward and Rearward Movement: Lift the left lever up...
  • Page 16 Safety Belts & Seats Manual Reclining Seatback adjust the seatback, lift the lever on the outer side of the seat and move the seatback where you want it. Release the lever to lock the seatback. Pull up on the lever and the seat will go to an upright position.
  • Page 17 Head Restraints Slide the head restraint up or down so that the top of the restraint is closest to the top of your ears. This position reduces the chance of a neck injury in a crash. Front Seatback Latches (2-DOOR MODELS) The front seatback folds forward to let people get into the back seat.
  • Page 18 Belts & Safety Seats Easy-Entry Seat (CONX) /IAClTlnN To get out, again the seatback fully tilt forward. Split &Id-Down Rear Seat {OPTION) To Open: Pull forward the seat tab. To Close: Push the seatback up to its original position. To make sure the seatback is secure, push it into a fully upright position.
  • Page 19 CAUTION ’ Don’t let anyone ride where ‘ ‘hey can’t wear a safety belt yluycrly. If you are in a crash and you’re not wearing a safety belt, your injuries can be much worse. You can hit things inside the vehicle or be ejected from it.
  • Page 20 Belts & Safety Seats Why Safety Belts Work When ride in or on anything, you fast as it goes. For example, if the bike is going 10 mph (16 km/h), so is the child. 2. When the bike hits the block, it stops.
  • Page 21 4. Put someone on it. 7. or the instrument panel. 5. Get it up to speed. Then stop the “car.” The rider doesn’t stop. 8. or the safety belts! 6. The person keeps going until stopped by something. In a real vehicle, it could be the windshield..
  • Page 22 Here Are Questions Many People Ask About Saety Belts- and the Answers Q: Won’t I be trapped in the vehicle after an accident if I’m wearing a safety belt? You could be-whether you’re wearing a safety belt or not. But you can easily unbuckle a safety belt, even if you’re upside down.
  • 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, the Index under Children and Safety Belts. Follow those rules for everyone’s protection.
  • Page 24 Safety Belts Seats & Vehicles First Sold in Canada Was your Oldsmobile first sold, when new, in Canada? (If it was, a sticker on the driver’s door will say “conforms to all applicable Canada motor vehicle. etc.) If so, then the rest of ”...
  • Page 25 That can happen if the door was slammed shut very hard. Just close the door all the way, then slowly open it. If that doesn’t it, then your Oldsmobile needs service. We hope you will always keep your automatic belt buckled. However, may need to unbuckle it in an emergency.
  • Page 26 Belts & Safety Seats Automatic LapShoulder be& (CONI) To unbuckle the automatic belt, just push the button on the buckle. To reattach the automatic belt: 1. Close and lock the door. 2. Adjust the seat (to see how, see the Index under Seat Controls) so you can sit up straight.
  • Page 27 Q: What’s wrong with this? The belt is buckled in the wrong place. 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 28: Seats Safety Bezts

    Belts Seats & Safety Safety Be/t Use During Pregnancy Safety belts work for everyone, including pregnant women. Like all occupants, they are more likely to be seriously injured if they don’t wear safety belts. A pregnant woman should wear a lap- shoulder belt and the lap portion should be worn as low as possible throughout the pregnancy.
  • Page 29 Rear Seat Passengers It’s very important for rear seat passengers to buckle up! Accident statistics show that unbelted people in the rear seat are hurt more often in crashes than those who are wearing safety belts. Rear passengers who aren’t safety belted can be thrown out of the vehicle in a crash.
  • Page 30 Safety Belts Seats & Rear Seat Outside Passenger Positions (CONI:) If the belt stops before it reaches the buckle, tilt the latch plate and keep pulling until you can buckle it. If the belt is not long enough, Index under Safety Belt Extender. Make sure the release button on the buckle faces upward or outward so you would be able to unbuckle it quickly if...
  • Page 31 The lap part of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips, just touching the thighs. In a crash, this applies force to the strong pelvic bones. And you’d be less likely to slide under the lap belt. If you slid under it, the belt would apply force at your abdomen.
  • Page 32 Belts & Seats Safety Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides for Children and Small Adults Your vehicle may be equipped with rear shoulder belt comfort guides. This feature will provide added comfort for children who have outgrown child restraints, and for small adults. If your vehicle does not have comfort guides, you may ask your dealer to order and install them for you.
  • Page 33 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. 4. Buckle the belt around the child, and make sure that both the lap belt and the shoulder belt are secured properly.
  • Page 34 Belts & Safety Seats Center Passenger Position If your vehicle has a rear bench seat, someone can sit in the center position. When you sit in the center seating position, you have a lap safety belt, which has no retractor. To make the belt longer, the latch plate and pull it tilt...
  • Page 35 Children Everyone in a vehicle needs protection! That includes infants and all children smaller than adult size. In fact, the law in every state and Canadian province says children up to some age must be restrained while in a vehicle. Smaller Children and Babies ’...
  • Page 36 Safety Belts Seats & Smaller Childen and Babies (CONT) baby infant ecure ult: Child Restraints Be sure to follow the instructions for the restraint. You may find these instructions on the restraint itself or in a booklet, or both. These restraints use the belt system in your vehicle, but the child also has to be secured within the restraint to help reduce the chance of...
  • Page 37 Oldsmobile dealer to put it in for you. you want to install an anchor yourself, your dealer can tell you do it.
  • Page 38 Belts Seats & Safety Securing a CMd Resttaint in a Rear Outside Position (COM) See if the shoulder belt would go in front of the child’s face or neck. If so, put it behind the child restraint. 4. Buckle the belt. Make sure the release button faces upward or outward, so you’ll be able to un- buckle it quickly if you ever need to.
  • Page 39 Securing a Child Restmint in the Center Seat Position When you secure a child restraint in the center seating position, you’ll be using the lap belt. See the earlier section if the child restraint about the top strap has one. 1.
  • Page 40 Belts & Safety Seats Securing a Child Restraint in the Center Seat Position (CONZ) 6. To tighten the belt, pull its free end while you push down on the child restraint. 7. Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure.
  • Page 41 ‘A Don’t use special h t k h i l d seat attaching naraware in another vehicle. do, it not work well and child may not b e protected properly in crash. The special hardware is h r your vehicle only. special belt for Also, don’t use the anything...
  • Page 42 Belts Seats & Safety Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Fronf Seat (CONI) Put the belt’s special latch plate into the vehicle’s safety belt buckle. x11441 4. You can make the belt longer tilting the buckle and pulling it along the belt.
  • Page 43 make it tight, pull the belt while you push down on the child stay restraint. If the belt won't .tight, switch it end for end. 10. Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure.
  • Page 44 Belts & Seats Safety Lager Children Children who have outgrown child restraints 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.
  • Page 45 w e a r i n g a What if a child is lap- shoulder belt, but the child is so s m a l l that the shoulder belt is very close to the child’s face or neck? Move the child toward the center of the vehicle, but be sure that the shoulder belt still is on the child’s shoulder,...
  • Page 46 Belts & Safety Seats Safety Belt EHender If the vehicle’s safety belt will fasten around you, you should use it. The automatic lap-shoulder belt has plenty of extra length built in, so it will fasten around almost all people. But if a safety belt isn’t long enough to fasten, your dealer will order you an extender.
  • Page 47 If your seat adjuster won’t work after a crash, the special part of the safety belt that goes through the seat to the adjuster may need to be replaced. Q: What’s wrong with this? The belt is torn. CAUTlON frayed belts may not prokt you i n a crash.
  • Page 48 Notes...
  • Page 49 Notes...
  • Page 51 Here you learn about the many standard and optional features on your Oldsmobile. and information on starting. shifting and braking Also explained are the instrument panel and the warning systems that tell you if everything is working properly- and what...
  • Page 52: Features & Controls

    The door keys are for the doors and a l l other locks. When a new Oldsmobile is delivered, the dealer removes the plugs from the keys, and gives them to the fmt owner. Each plug has a code on it that tells your dealer or a qualified locksmith how to make extra keys.
  • Page 53 Door Lochs There are several ways to lock and unlock your vehicle. From the Outside: Use your door key or Remote Lock Control, if your vehicle has this option. From the Inside: To lock the door, slide the locking lever down.
  • Page 54 Features Controls & Power Door Lacks With power door locks, you can lock or unlock all the doors of your vehicle from the driver or front passenger door lock switch. On 4-door models, the mechanical switch on each rear door works only that door’s lock.
  • Page 55 Remote Lock Control (omoN) your Oldsmobile has this option, you can lock and unlock your doors or trunk (9 m) unlock your from up to feet using key chain transmitter supplied with your vehicle. Your Remote Lock Control operates on...
  • Page 56 (General Motors offers several different models of these systems on their vehicles.) Each vehicle can have only two transmitters matched to it. See your Oldsmobile dealer to match replacement transmitters with your vehicle.
  • Page 57 5. Check the transmitter operation. Rear Door Security Lock Your Oldsmobile is equipped with rear door security locks that help prevent passengers from opening the rear doors of your vehicle from the inside. To use one of these locks: 1.
  • Page 58 Controls Features & Rear Door Security Locks The rear doors of your vehicle cannot be opened from inside when this feature is in use. If you want to open a rear door when the security lock is on: 1. Unlock the door from the inside. CON^:) 2.
  • Page 59 When you park your Oldsmobile and open the driver’s door, you’ll hear a chime reminding you to remove your key from the ignition and take it with you.
  • Page 60 Controls & Features Theft (CONI) Parking L o t s : If you park in a lot where someone will be watching your vehicle, it’s best to lock it up and take your keys. But what if you have to leave your ignition key? What if you have to leave something valuable in your vehicle? Put your valuables in a storage area,...
  • Page 61 Lockout Feature: Your remote trunk release may be equipped with a lockout feature to help prevent unauthorized entry into the trunk when leaving the vehicle unattended. The switch is located on the inside the trunk lid, mounted the trunk lid latch. To turn the lockout on, slide the switch a l l the way to the right.
  • Page 62 Features Controls & New Vehicle “Break-In” Your modern Oldsmobile doesn’t an elaborate “break-in.” But need perform in the long it will better run if you follow these guidelines: Don’t drive at any one speed- fast or slow-for the first 500 miles (804 km).
  • Page 63 Key Release Button (MANUAL TRANSAXLE) The ignition key cannot be removed from the ignition unless the key release button is used. Remove the Key: Lock Turn the key to the position while pressing the key release button in. Keeping your finger on the button, pull the key straight out.
  • Page 64 N (Neutral). Your engine won’t start in other position-that’s a safety feature. To restart when you’re already moving, use N (Neutral) only. ’ P (Park) Don’t try to shift your Oldsmobile is moving. If you do, you could damage transaxle. Shift P (Park) only when your vehicle.
  • Page 65 If you don't, your engine might not perform properly. If you ever have to have your vehicle towed, see the part of this manual that tells how to do it without damaging your vehicle. Your S e e the Index under Towing Oldsmobile.
  • Page 66 Conlrols & Features Both Tnnsaxles (COM) To Start Your 3300 V6 Engine (Code N): 1. Don’t push the accelerator pedal before starting your engine. In some other vehicles you might need to do this, but because of your vehicle’s computer systems, you don’t. motor.
  • Page 67 Driving Through Deep Standing Water kngine Block Heater (omm) In very cold weather, 0°F (-18OC) or colder, the engine block heater can help. You’ll get easier starting and better fuel economy during engine warm-up. To Use the Block Heater: Turn off the engine.
  • Page 68 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 69 Trailer. Ensure the shift lever is fully in range before starting the engine. Your Oldsmobile has a brake-transaxle shift interlock. You have to apply your regular brake before you can shift from P (Park) when the ignition key is in the Run position.
  • Page 70 Feahres Conbols & Neutral (Neutral): this position, your engine doesn’t connect with the wheels. To restart when you’re already moving, use N (Neutral) Also, use only. your vehicle is being towed. Damage to your transaxle by shifting out of P (hk) (Neutral) with the engine racing when...
  • Page 71 (Second Gear): This position gives more power but lower fuel Y‘ conomy. You can use 2 on hills. It can elp control your speed as you go down teep mountain roads, but then you rould also want to use your brakes off nd on.
  • Page 72 Controls & Features Shifting the Five-Speed Manual Transaxle There are seven different positions: N Neutral First Gear Second Gear Third Gear Fourth Gear Fifth Gear Reverse This is your shift pattern. Here’s how to operate your transaxle: 1 (First Gear): Press the clutch pedal and shift into 1.
  • Page 73 (Reverse): To back up, press down the clutch pedal and shift into Let up on the clutch pedal slowly while pressing the accelerator pedal. Also, use (Reverse), along with the parking brake, for parking your vehicle. CHECK GAGES Up Shiff Light (MANUAL TRANSAXLE) If you have a manual transaxle, you have SHIFT light.
  • Page 74 Controls & Features Shift Speeds (MANUAL TRANSAXLE) This chart shows when to shift to the next higher gear for best fuel economy. for 2 . 3 L Acceleration Shift Speeds OHC and 2 . 3 L High Output Quad (Codes 3 and A) Engines: lst to 2nd 15 mph (24 km/h) 2nd to 3rd...
  • Page 75 Parking Brake To Set the Parking Brake: Hold the regular brake pedal down with your right foot. Push down the parking brake pedal with your left foot. If the ignition is on, the brake system warning light will come on. To Release the Parking Brake: Hold the regular brake pedal down.
  • Page 76 Controls & Features Shifting Into P (Park) TRANSAXLE) (AUTOMATIC of your vehicle shift lever is not fully in (Park) with parking brake firmly Your set. roll. vehicle 1. Hold the brake pedal down with your right foot and set the parking brake. 2.
  • Page 77 If you can, it means that the shift lever wasn’t fully locked into P (Park). Shifting Out of P (Park) (AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE) Your Oldsmobile has a brake-transaxle shift interlock. You have to apply your before you can shift from regular brake (Park) when the ignition is in the position.
  • Page 78 Controls & Features Shifting Out of P (Park) (CONI) If you ever hold the brake pedal down but still can’t shift out of (Park), try this: T u r n the key to Off. 2. Apply and hold the brake until the end of step N (Neutral).
  • Page 79 Engine Exhaust lwnoxide (CO), which you can’t smell. It Gause citn unconsciousness and death. Youmight have exhaust coming in if: Your exhaust system sounds strange or difirent. Your vehicle gets rusty underneith. Your vehicle was damaged in a collision. Your vehicle was damaged when driring...
  • Page 80 Controls & Features Computer-Controlled Ride (OPTION) If your vehicle is equipped with the computer-controlled ride option, you can select the type of passenger ride comfort you prefer under a variety of road and driving conditions. f i r m ride, push the SPORT To select a button.
  • Page 81 Tilt Steering Wheel (omoiv) A tilt steering wheel allows you to adjust the steering wheel before you drive. You can also raise it to the highest level to give your legs more room when you exit and enter the vehicle. To tilt the wheel, hold the steering wheel and pull the lever.
  • Page 82 Controls & Features Power Window Lock Out Switch (OPTION) On 4-dOOr models, this switch disables all passenger power windows. Push the right side the switch to lock windows. Push the left side of the switch to unlock the windows. Turn SignallHeadlight Beam Lever The lever on the left side of the steering...
  • Page 83 A green arrow on the instrument panel will flash in the direction of the turn or lane change. To signal a lane change, just raise or lower the lever until the green arrow starts to flash. Hold it there until you complete your lane change.
  • Page 84 Controls & Features Cruise Control (Cant.) CAUTION Cruise control can be dangerous where you can’t drive safely at a steady speed. So, don’t use your cruise control on winding roads or in heavy traffic. Cruise control can be dangerous on slippery roads. On such roads, fast changes tire traction can cause needless wheel...
  • Page 85 To Resume a Set Speed Suppose you set your cruise control at a desired speed and then you apply the brake or clutch pedal. This, 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 move the cruise control switch from ON to RES/ACC (which stands for...
  • Page 86 Controls & Features To Increase Speed While Using Cruise & n h / (COM) Here’s the second way to go to a higher speed: Move the cruise switch from RES/ACC. Hold it there until you get up to the speed you want, and then release the switch.
  • Page 87 Hh7s Using Cruise Control on How well your cruise control will work on hills depends upon your speed, load, and the steepness of the hills. When going up steep hills, you may have to step on the accelerator pedal to maintain your speed.
  • Page 88 Controls Features & Ljght Controls Parking Lights: Rotate the switch up to to turn on: Parking Lights Side Marker Lights Taillights License Plate Lights Instrument Panel Lights Headlights: Rotate the switch to , to turn on: Headlights Parking Lights Side Marker Lights Taillights License Plate Lights Instrument Panel Lights...
  • Page 89 lights On Reminder If you open the driver’s door while leaving the lights on, you will hear a warning chime. Daytime Running Lights (CANADA ONLY) The Canadian federal government has decided that Daytime Running Lights (DRL) are a useful feature, in that DRL can make your vehicle more visible to pedestrians and other drivers during daylight hours.
  • Page 90 Controls & Features Headlight High-low Beam Changer To change the headlights from low beam to high or high to low, pull the turn signal lever all the way toward you. Then release it. When the high beams are on, a blue light on the instrument panel also will be on.
  • Page 91 If you have the above control, slide the switch to turn on the courtesy lights. Slide the switch to to turn off the instrument cluster lights and m g Lights (omoN) The button for your fog lights is below the instrument panel intensity control. Push the button to turn the fog lights on.
  • Page 92 It also comes on when you open the doors or turn on the courtesy lights. Battery Rundown Protection Your Oldsmobile is equipped with a Battery Rundown Protection feature designed to protect your vehicle’s battery. When any interior light (trunk, reading,...
  • Page 93 The Battery Rundown Protection feature will also be activated when any door of your vehicle is left open. Also, if your vehicle is left with the ignition turned off for over 24 days, battery power to your clock, audio system and Remote Lock Control (if you have this option) will be turned off to reduce battery drain.
  • Page 94 Controls & Features Windshield Wipers (CONT:) Heavy snow or ice can overload your wipers. A circuit breaker will stop them until the motor cools. Clear away snow or ice to prevent an overload. Controlled-cvc/e Windshield Wipers (OPTION) If your vehicle has controlled-cycle wipers, you can set the wiper speed as slow as seconds between wiper...
  • Page 95 Driving without washer fluid can be dangerous. A bad mud splash can block your vision. You could hit another vehicle or go off the road. Check your washer fluid level often. In freezing weather, don’t use your washer until the windshield is warmed.
  • Page 96 Controls Features & Convex Outside Mirror Your right side mirror convex. A convex mirror’s surface is curved so you can see more from the driver’s seat. If you aren’t used to a convex mirror, you can hit another your vehicle vehcle.
  • Page 97 Power Remote Control Mirrors (OPTION) This selector knob controls both outside rearview mirrors. Select the mirror you want to adjust by rotating the knob to the left or right. Adjust each mirror so that you can just see the side of your vehicle when you are sitting in a comfortable driving position.
  • Page 98 Controls & Features Armrest Stoage Compartment The front armrest opens into a storage for cassette tapes, gloves, etc. To area open it, push in the button and lift the front edge. Glove Box Cup Holder To access the cup holder, open the glove box.
  • Page 99 Rear Seat Cup Holder access the rear seat cup holder, pull door down. Garment Hook Push down on the tab marked fold down the garment hook. Ashtray and Lighter Lift the cover to reveal the ashtray. To clean the ashtray, lift it out by pulling up on the snuffer.
  • Page 100 Controls & Features Ashtray and Lighter (CONT.) To clean the rear ashtray, pull rearward and then press down on the snuffer. Don’t put papers and other things do, cigarettes or other smoking materials could set them on fire, i Causing damage. To use the lighter, just push it in all the way and let go.
  • Page 101 Put the cargo agamst the rear ra&" and fasten it securely to the uggage carrier. Don't exceed the maximum vehicle capacity when loading your Oldsmobile. on vehicle For more information capacity and loading, see the Index under Loading Your &hide.
  • Page 102 Controls & Features...
  • Page 103 The Instrument Panel- Your Information System Your instrument panel is designed to let you know at a glance how your vehicle is running. You’ll know how fast you’re going, how much fuel you’re using, and many other things you’ll need to drive safely and economically.
  • Page 104 Controls & Features Instrument Panel Cluster Your Oldsmobile is equipped with this instrument panel cluster, which includes indicator warning lights and gages that are explained on the following pages. Be sure to read them. Speedometer and Odometer Your speedometer lets you see your speed in both miles per hour (mph) and kilometers per hour (km/h).
  • Page 105 N208C Trip Odometer The trip odometer can tell you how far you have driven since you last reset it. To reset the trip odometer to zero, press the knob to the right of the gage. Tachometer The tachometer shows your engine speed in revolutions per minute (rpm).
  • Page 106 Controls & Features Warning Lights, Gages and Indicators (cant.) Gages can indicate when there may be or is a problem with one of your vehicle’s functions. Often gages and warning lights work together to let you know when there’s a problem with your vehicle.
  • Page 107 Engine Coolant Temperature Gage This gage shows the engine coolant temperature. If the gage pointer moves into the red area, your engine is too hot! It means that your engine coolant has overheated. If you have been operating your vehicle under normal driving conditions, you should pull off the road, stop your vehicle and turn off the engine as soon...
  • Page 108 Controls & Features Oil Pressure Gage (CONT) keep driving if the oil m’t pressure is low. engine can become so hot that YUUI it catches fire. You or others could lered bv vot 1 0 6 FUEL SERVICE ENOINE SOON N2087 Check Oil Light This light should come on briefly when...
  • Page 109 Charging System Light The CHARGE light will come on when you turn on the ignition, but the engine is not running, as a check to show is working. Then it should go out. If it stays on, or comes on while you are driving, you may have a problem with the electrical charging system.
  • Page 110 & Features System Brake Warning L&ht Your Oldsmobile’s hydraulic brake system is divided into two parts. If one part isn’t working, the other part can still work and stop you. For good braking, though, you need both parts working well.
  • Page 111 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 112 Controls Features & Malfunction Indicator Lamp (Service Engine Soon Light) A computer monitors operation of your fuel, ignition and emission control systems. This light should come on when the ignition is on, but the engine is not running, as a check to show you it is working.
  • Page 113 Notes...
  • Page 115 In this part you’ll find out how to operate the comfort control systems and audio systems offered with your Oldsmobile Be sure to read about the particular system supplied with your vehicle Part Comfort Controls Audio Systems ....
  • Page 116 Comfort Controls Audio Systems & Climate Control System With this system, you can control the ventilation and heating in your vehicle. Your vehicle also has the flow-through ventilation system described later in section. The left knob sets the fan speed. To select the force of air you want, knob.
  • Page 117 Defogging Windows To defog the windshield, turn all three control knobs to the far right. Air Conditioning System (OPTION) The air conditioner and heater work best if you keep your windows closed while using them. Your vehicle also has the flow-through ventilation system described later in this section.
  • Page 118: Comfort Controls & Audio Systems

    Comfort Controls Audio Systems & Air Condiiioning (CONI) NORM: Use for normal cooling on hot days. This setting cools outside air and directs it through the instrument panel outlets. (Bi-Level): Use on cool, but BI-LEV sunny days. This setting brings in the outside air, but directs it in two ways.
  • Page 119 Defrosting DEF (Defrost) setting directs most air through the defroster vents, and some through the heater ducts. Defogging Windows with Air Conditioning System To defog the windshield, turn all three control knobs to the far right. To Defog the Side Windows: Your vehicle has side window defoggers built into the front door panels.
  • Page 120 Flow-Through vt tion System Your Oldsmobile’s flow-through ventilation system supplies outside air into the vehicle when is moving. Outside air will also enter the vehicle when the heater or the air conditioning...
  • Page 121 This helps air to circulate throughout your vehicle. 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.
  • Page 122 Comfort Controls Audio Systems & Setting the Clock No matter which audio system you have in your vehicle, setting the clock is easy. 1. With the ignition on and radio either on or off, press SET. The SET indicator will appear on the digital screen for five seconds.
  • Page 123 (Fade): The control ring behind TUNE knob adjusts the fronthear speaker balance. TREB (Treble): Slide this lever up to increase treble, or down to decrease it. If a station is weak or noisy, reduce the treble. BASS: Slide this lever up to increase bass, or down to decrease it.
  • Page 124 Comfort Controls Audio Systems & VOLUME TREE BASS TUNE . . . AM/FM Stereo Radio with Cassette Tape Player (OPTION) The digital display indicates information on time or radio station frequency, the AM or FM radio band, whether the station is in stereo, and other radio functions.
  • Page 125 To Preset Radio Stations: The four numbered pushbuttons can be used to preset up to 14 radio stations (seven AM and sevenFM). Tune in the desired station. 2. Press SET. The word SET will appear on the digital screen for five seconds.
  • Page 126 Comfort Controls Audio Systems & AM.FM Stereo Radio with Compact Disc Player (OPTION) The digital display indicates information on time or radio station frequency, the FM radio band, whether the AM or station is in stereo, and other radio functions. PWR-VOL (Power-Volume): With the ignition on, rotate the upper knob to turn your audio system on and off, and...
  • Page 127 To Preset Radio Stations: The five numbered pushbuttons can be used to preset up to ten radio stations (five AM and five FM). The buttons have other uses when you are playing a compact disc. Tune in the desired station. Press SET.
  • Page 128 Comfort Controls Audio Systems & AM/FM Stereo Radio with Compact Disc Player (CONTI While a disc is playing, the CD indi- cator is displayed on the digital screen, as is the clock. RCL (Recall): Press this button once to see what track is playing. Press again within five seconds to see how long your selection has been playing.
  • Page 129 CD Player Anti-Theft Feature Delco LOC is an anti-theft feature for the compact disc player. It can be used or ignored. If ignored, the system plays normally. If it is used, your player won’t be usable if it is ever stolen, go to because it will mode any...
  • Page 130 Controls Audio Systems & CD Player Anti-Theit Feature (CONT) To Disable the Anti-Theft System: Enter your secret code by following these steps (you will have only 15 seconds between each step). 1. Turn the ignition to the Accessory or Run position, and turn the radio off. 2.
  • Page 131 Undetstanding Radio Reception Stereo FM stereo will give you the best sound, but FM signals will reach only about 1 0 to 40 miles (16 to Tall buildings km). or hills can interfere with FM signals, causing the sound to come and go. The range for most AM stations is greater than for FM, especially at night.
  • Page 132 Comfort Controls & Audio Care of Your Cassette Tape Player (CONI) Clean your tape player with a wiping- action, non-abrasive cleaning cassette, and follow the directions provided with Cassettes are subject to wear and the sound quality may degrade over time. Always make sure that the cassette tape is in good condition before you have your tape player serviced.
  • Page 133 Power Antenna Mast Care The optional power antenna will look its best and work well if it’s cleaned from time to time. To Clean the Antenna Mast: 1. Turn on the ignition and radio to raise the antenna to full mast extension.
  • Page 134 Notes...
  • Page 135: Your Driving And The Road

    Here you’ll find information about driving on different kinds of roads and in varying weather conditions We’ve also included many other useful tips on driving Your Driving and the Road ............Roadsigns .
  • Page 136 Your Driving and the Road Road Signs The road signs you see everywhere are coded by color, shape and symbols. It’s know a good idea to these codes so that you can quickly grasp the basic meaning or intent of the sign even before you have a chance to read it.
  • Page 137 <ERS FLAGGER SHOULDER r\nCAD AHEAD Orange indicates road construction or maintenance. You'll want to slow down when you see an orange sign, as part of the road may be closed off or torn up. And there may be workers and maintenance vehicles around, too.
  • Page 138 Your Driving and the Road z : g < , S + m : k - : - . $ ? . $ gz: = : < ;?e. & - - : . KEEP LEFT OR TURN RIGHT RIGHT THROUGH Shape of Road Signs (CONT.) Rectangular (square or oblong) signs...
  • Page 139 REVERSIBLE LANE ON MULTILANE ROADWAY Many city roads and expressways, and even bridges, use reversible-lane traffic control during rush hours. A red X light above a lane means no driving in that A green arrow means lane that time. you may drive in that lane. Look for the signs posted to warn drivers what hours and days these systems are in effect.
  • Page 140 The best advice anyone can give about driving is: Drive defensively. Please start with a very important safety device in your Oldsmobile: Buckle up. (See the Index under Safety Belts.) Defensive driving really means “be ready for anything.” On city streets, rural roads, or freeways, it means “always expect the unexpected.”...
  • Page 141 Drunken Driving Death and injury associated with drinking and driving is a national tragedy. It’s the number one contributor to the highway death toll, claiming thousands of victims every year. Alcohol takes away three things that anyone needs to drive a vehicle: Judgment Muscular Coordination Vision...
  • Page 142 Your Driving the Rod Drunken Driving (CONT.) The law in most U.S. states sets the legal limit at a BAC of 0.10 percent. In Canada the limit is 0.08 percent, and in some other countries it’s lower than that. The BAC will be over 0.10 percent after three to six drinks (in one hour).
  • Page 143 “I’ll be careful’’ isn’t the right answer. What if there’s an emergency, a need to take sudden action, as when a child darts into the street? A person with a higher BAC might not be able to react quickly enough to avoid the collision. There’s something else about drinking and driving that many people don’t know.
  • Page 144 Your Driving the Road Braking Braking action involves perception time and reaction time. First, you have to decide to push on the brake pedal. That’s perception time. Then you have to bring up your foot and do it. That’s reaction time. Average reaction time is about 34 of a second.
  • Page 145 Anti-Lock Brakes (ABS) Your Oldsmobile has an advanced electronic braking system that will help prevent skidding. This light on the instrument panel will go on when you start your vehicle.
  • Page 146 Your Driving and the Road Anti-Lock Brakes (CONT) You’ll also hear a clicking noise the next time the vehicle reaches about 4 mph (6 km/h). If there’s a problem with anti-lock brake system, the anti-lock brake system warning light will stay on or flash. See the Index under Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light.
  • Page 147 You may also hear a clicking noise as you accelerate after a hard stop. Disc Brake Wear Indicators Your Oldsmobile has front disc brakes and rear drum brakes. Disc brake pads have built-in wear indicators that make a high-pitched warning sound when the brake pads are worn and new pads are needed.
  • Page 148 Your Driving and the Road Disc Brake Wear Indicators Some driving conditions or climates may cause a brake squeal when the brakes are first applied or lightly applied. This does not mean something is wrong with your brakes. 1 4 6 Rear Drum Brakes (CONT.) Your rear drum brakes don’t have wear...
  • Page 149 Brake Aqustment Every time you make a moderate reverse brake stop, your brakes adjust for wear. If you rarely make a moderate or heavier stop, then your brakes might not adjust correctly. If you drive in that way, then-very carefully-make a few moderate brake stops about every 1,000 so your brakes will...
  • Page 150 Your Driving and the Road Variable Effort Steering (OPTION) This steering system provides lighter steering effort for parking and at low vehicle speeds. Steering effort will increase at higher speeds for improved road feel. Steering Tips-Driving on Curves It’s important to take curves at a reasonable speed.
  • Page 151 That’s the time for evasive action-steering around the problem. Your Oldsmobile can perform very well in emergencies like these. First apply your brakes. It is better to remove as much speed as you can from a possible collision.
  • Page 152 Your Diving and the Road SLOW DOWN Of-Road Recovery You may find sometime 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.
  • Page 153 So here are some tips for passing: “Drive ahead.” Look down the road, to the sides, and to crossroads for situations that might affect your passing patterns. If you have any doubt whatsoever about making a successful pass, wait for a better time. Watch for traffic signs, pavement markings, and lines.
  • Page 154 Your Driving and the Road Passing (CONTJ Check your mirrors, glance over your shoulder, and start your left lane change signal before moving out of the right lane to pass. When you are far enough ahead of the passed vehicle to see its front in your inside mirror, activate your right lane change signal and move back into the right lane.
  • Page 155 “overdriving” those conditions. But skids are always possible. The three types of skids correspond to your Oldsmobile’s three control systems. In the braking skid your wheels aren’t rolling. In the steering or cornering skid, too much speed or steering in a curve causes tires to slip and lose cornering force.
  • Page 156 Your Driving and the Road Driving at Night Night driving is more dangerous than day driving. One reason is that some drivers likely to be impaired-by alcohol or drugs, with night vision problems, or htigue. Here are some tips on night driving. Drive defensively.
  • Page 157 more quickly to darkness back on the road. But be sure to remove your sunglasses before you leave the service area. You can be temporarily blinded by approaching lights. It can take a second or two, or even several seconds, for your eyes to readjust to the dark.
  • Page 158 A &w More Night Driving Suggestions (COM) Remember that your headlights light up far less of a roadway when you are turn or curve. Keep your eyes moving; that way, it’s easier to pick out dimly lighted objects. Just as your headlights should be checked regularly for proper aim, so should your eyes be examined regularly.
  • Page 159 Driving too fast through large water puddles or even going through some vehicle washes can cause problems, too. The water may affect your brakes. Try to avoid puddles. But if you can’t, try to slow down before you hit them. CAUTION Wet brakes can cause accidents.
  • Page 160 Your Dvirzg and the Road Some Other Rainy Weather Tips Turn on your headlights-not just your parking lights-to help make you more visible to others. Look for hard-to-see vehicles coming from behind. You may want to use your headlights even in daytime if it’s raining hard.
  • Page 161 Tips on Driving in Fog If you get caught in fog, turn your headlights on low beam, even in daytime. You’ll see-and be seen- better. Use your fog lights if your vehicle has them. Don’t use your high beams. The light will bounce off the water droplets that make up fog and reflect back at you.
  • Page 162 Your Driving and the Road City Driving (CONT.) Treat a green light as a warning signal. A traffic light is there because corner is busy enough to need it. When a light turns green, before you start to move, check both ways for vehicles that have not cleared the intersection os may be running the red light.
  • Page 163 Driving on the Freeway Once you are on the freeway, adjust your speed to the posted limit or to the prevailing rate if it’s slower. Stay in the right lane unless you want to pass. If you are on a two-lane freeway, treat the right lane as the slow lane and the left lane as the passing lane.
  • Page 164 If it needs service, have it done before starting out. Of course, you’ll find experienced and able service experts in Oldsmobile dealerships all across North America. They’ll be ready and willing to help if you need it.
  • Page 165 Here are some things you can check before a trip: Windshield Washer Fluid: Is the reservoir full? Are all windows clean inside and outside? Wiper Blades: Are they in good shape? Fuel, Engine Oil, Other Fluids: Have you checked all levels? Lights: Are they all working? Are the lenses clean? Tires: They are vitally important to a...
  • Page 166 Your Driving and the Road Highway Hypnosis (CONT.) Keep your eyes moving. Scan the road ahead and to the sides. Check your rearview mirrors frequently and your instruments from time to time. This can help you avoid a fixed stare. Wear good sunglasses in bright light.
  • Page 167 ignition off is dangerous. Your bralces will have to do the work a l l of slowing down. They could get hot that they wouldn’t work well. You could crash. Always have your engine running and your vehicle in gear when you go downhill.
  • Page 168 Your Driving and the Road Parking on Hills Hills and mountains mean spectacular scenery. But please be careful where you stop if you decide to look at the view or take pictures. Look for pull-offs or parking areas provided for scenic viewing.
  • Page 169 If you’re going uphill on a one-way street and you’re parking on the left side, your wheels should point to the right. If there is no curb when you’re parking uphill, turn the wheels to the right. If there is no curb when you’re parking uphill on the left side of a one-way street, your wheels should be turned to the left.
  • Page 170 Your Driving and the Road Winter Driving Here are some tips for winter driving: Have your Oldsmobile in good shape for winter. Be sure your engine coolant mix is correct. Snow tires can help in loose snow, but they may give you less traction than regular tires.
  • Page 171 Whatever the condition-smooth ice, packed, blowing or loose snow-drive with caution. Accelerate gently. Try not to break the fragile traction. If you accelerate too fast, the drive wheels will spin and polish the surface under the tires even more. Your anti-lock brakes improve your ability to make a hard stop on a slippery road.
  • Page 172 Your Driving and the Road If You're Caught in a B/ihard (CONT) Put on extra clothing or wrap a Snow can trap exhaust gases blanket around you. If you have no blankets or' extra clothing, make body from newspapers, burlap insulators bags, rags, floor mats-anything you can wrap around yourself or tuck...
  • Page 173 To help keep warm, you can get out of the vehicle and do some fairly vigorous exercises every half-hour so until help comes. lf You’re Stuck in Deep Snow This manual explains how to get the vehicle out of deep snow without damaging it.
  • Page 174 Your Driving and the Road Towing a Trailer (CONT.) Do not tow a trailer your vehicle is equipped with the 2 . 3 L Quad OHC or Quad 4 engine (Code 3 or D). If your vehicle is equipped with the 2.3L High Output Quad (Code A) or 3300 V6 (Code N) engine, your vehicle...
  • Page 175 If You Do Decide to Pull a Trailer If you do, here are some important points. There are many different laws having to do with trailering. Make sure your rig will be legal, not only where you live but also where you’ll be driving. A good source for this information can be state or provincial police.
  • Page 176 If You Do Decide Pull a Tmiler (CONX) You can ask your dealer for our trailering information or advice, you can write us at: Oldsmobile Customer Assistance Center P.O. Box 30095 Lansing, MI 48909 In Canada, write to: General Motors of Canada Limited...
  • Page 177 Hitches It’s important to have the correct hitch equipment. Crosswinds, large trucks going by, and rough roads are a few reasons why you’ll need the right hitch. Here are some rules to follow: Will you have to make any holes in the body of your vehicle when you install a trailer hitch? If you do, then be sure to seal the holes later when you remove...
  • Page 178 Your Driving and the Road Driving with a nailer Towing a trailer requires a certain amount of experience. Before setting out for the open road, you’ll want to get to know your rig. Acquaint yourself with the feel of handling and braking with the added weight of the trailer.
  • Page 179 Turn Signals When Towing a Trailer When you tow a trailer, your vehicle has to have a different turn signal flasher and extra wiring. The green arrows on your instrument panel will flash whenever you signal a turn or lane change.
  • Page 180 Your Driving and the Road Driving with a Trai/er (CONT.) 4. Reapply the regular brakes, Then apply your parking brake, and then (Park), or R (Reverse) for a shift to manual transaxle. 5. Release the regular brakes. When You Are Ready to Leave After Parking on a Hill 1.
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  • Page 183: Problems On The Road

    Jump ..Towing Your Oldsmobile ..Engine Overheating If a Tire Goes Flat ....
  • Page 184 Problems on the Road 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 lights will flash on and off. Move the switch to the right to make your front and rear turn signal lights flash on and off.
  • Page 185 "-:pushing or pulling it could damage --your vehicle, even if you have a ..'.-manual transaxle. And if you ha1 To Jump Start Your Oldsmobile: Check the other vehicle. It must have a 12-volt battery with a negative ground system.
  • Page 186 You wouldn’t be able to start your Oldsmobile, and the bad grounding could damage the electrical systems. could be injured if the vehicles roll. Set the parking rake firmly on each vehicle. Put...
  • Page 187 fl.A1lrlnN match near a battery Using cause battery gas explode. People have been hurt doing some have been this, and blinded. Use a flashlight if you need more light. Be sure the battery-& enough water. You don’t need t o add water Delco Freedom@ battery installed in every new...
  • Page 188 Problems on the Road Jump Starting (CONT.) 6. Connect the red positive cable to the positive terminal of the vehicle with 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 189 Towing Your Oldsmobile Try to have a GM dealer or a professional towing service tow your Oldsmobile. The usual towing equipment is: (A) Sling-type tow truck Wheel-lift tow truck (C) Car carrier...
  • Page 190 Problems on the Road lowing Your Oldsmobile (CONI) GAUI To help avoid injury to you others: Never let passengers ride in a vehicle that is being towed. Never tow faster than safe or posted speeds. Never tow with damaged parts not fully secured.
  • Page 191 Towing from the Front- Vehicle Hook-Up Before hooking up to a tow truck, be sure to read all the information in Your Oldsmobile %wing earlier in this section. ing over rough surfaces can vehicle. help avoid tall towing dolly beneath wheels that would otherwise be ground during the tow.
  • Page 192 Vehicle Hook-Up Before hooking up to a tow truck, be sure to read all the information in Towing Your Oldsmobile earlier in this section. Also be sure to use the proper hook-up for your particular vehicle. carrier equipment). Use safety...
  • Page 193 Engine Overheating You will find a coolant temperature gage on your Oldsmobile’s instrument panel. See the Index under Coolant Temperature Gage. You will also find a low coolant level warning light on your Oldsmobile’s instrument panel. Steam is Coming from Your Engine:...
  • Page 194 Problems on the Road Engine Overheating (CONK) If No Steam is Coming from Your Engine: If you get the overheat warning but see or hear no steam, the problem may not be too serious. Sometimes the engine can get little too hot when you: Climb a long hill op a hot day.
  • Page 195 When you decide it’s safe to lift the hood, here’s what you’ll see: tank with pressure cap Coolant surge Electric engine can start up even when the ne is not running and can !jure you. Keep hands, clothing a1d tools away from any underhood electric fan.
  • Page 196 Problems on the Road Engine Overheating (CONT) How to Add Coolant to the Coolant Surge Tank: If you haven't found a problem yet, bu the coolant level isn't at or above COLD, add a 50/50 mixture of clean water (preferably distilled) and a proper antifreeze at the coolant surge be sure the cooling system, including the coolant surge...
  • Page 197 You can be burned if you spill coolant on hot engine parts. Coolant contains ethylene glycol and it will bum if the engine parts are hot enough. Don’t spill coolant on a hot engine. 1. You can remove the coolant surge tank pressure cap when the cooling system, including the coolant surge pressure cap and upper radiator...
  • Page 198 Problems on the Road Engine Overheating (CONT:) 2. Then keep turning the pressure cap, and remove it. Once the pressure cap is off, look inside the surge opening and tank look for a small cylinder at the base of the opening. This should be covered with coolant.
  • Page 199 5. Then replace the pressure cap. Be sure the pressure cap is tight. Tire Goes It’s unusual for a tire to “blow out” while you’re driving, especially if you maintain your tires properly. If air goes out of a tire, it’s much more likely to leak out slowly.
  • Page 200 Problems on the Road wheel darnage by driving slowly to level place. Turn on your hazard warning flashers. - 1 _ , tire Changing a can cause you or other people. You and they could be badly injured, Find mll Over a lml place t o change p u r parking brake firmly.
  • Page 201 The following steps will tell you how to use the jack and change a tire. The equipment you'll need is in the trunk. T u r n the center retainer nut on the compact spare tire housing counter- clockwise to remove it, then lift the tire cover.
  • Page 202 Problems on the Road Changing a Flat Tire (CONT.) 4. Remove the band around the jack. Turn the jack handle clockwise to raise the jack head a few inches. 5. Using the wheel wrench, remove the plastic cap nuts (if your vehicle has them) and loosen all the wheel nuts.
  • Page 203 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 Raising your vehicle with the jack improperly positioned will damage the vehicle or may allow the vehicle to fall off the jack.
  • Page 204 Problems on the Road Changing a Flat Tire (CONT:) J l l L 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 205 12. Lower the vehicle by rotating the wheel wrench counterclockwise. Lower the jack completely. 13. Tighten the wheel nuts firmly, in a criss-cross sequence, as shown. Incorrect wheel nuts or improperly tightened wheel nuts can cause the wheel to become loose and even come off. This could lead to an accident.
  • Page 206 Problems on the Road Changing a Flat Tire (CONX:) 14. Store the flat tire in the compact spare tire compartment, and secure with the wing bolt and extension. Store the jack and wheel wrench in their compartment, also. tire, or other Storing a jack, equipment i n the passenger...
  • Page 207 Tire chains won’t fit your corn1 will damage the chain Storing a jack, 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.
  • Page 208 If that doesn’t get you out after a few tries, you may need to be towed out. If you do need to be towed out, see the I n d a under Towing Your Oldsmobile.
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  • Page 211: Appearance Care

    Here you find information about will the care of your Oldsmobile This Steering begins with service and fuel part Washer information. and then it shows how t o check important fluid and lubricant levels There is also technical information about your vehicle. and a...
  • Page 212 Oldsmobile service manual. It tells you much more about how to service your Oldsmobile than this manual can. To order the proper service manual, s a Index under Service Publications. You should keep a record with a l l parts receipts and list the mileage and the dat of any service work you perform.
  • Page 213 If you try to do your own service work without knowing enough about it, your vehicle could be damaged. Fuel 2.3L Quad OHC and Quad 4 Engines (Codes 3 and D) and 3300 V6 Engine (Code N) The 8th digit of your Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) shows the code letter for your engine.
  • Page 214 Sewice Appearance Care & Fuel (CONT.) 2 . 3 L High Output Quad Engine (Code A): The 8th digit of your Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) shows the code letter for your engine. You will find the VIN at the top left of your instrument panel.
  • Page 215 What about gasoline with blending materials that contain oxlygen, 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. no more Properly-blended fuel that is than 10% ethanol is fine for your vehicle.
  • Page 216 Service Appearance Care & Gasolines for Cleaner Air (CONT.) addition, some gasoline suppliers are now producing reformulated gasolines. These gasolines are specially designed to reduce vehicle emissions. General Motors recommends that you use reformulated gasoline. By doing so, you can help clean the air, especially in those parts of the country that have high ozone levels.
  • Page 217 Remote Fuel Filler Door Release The remote fuel filler door release can help keep your fuel from being tank siphoned. Always be sure the fuel door is closed and latched after refueling. To open the fuel door (on the right rear quarter panel), pull the fuel access handle on the floor by the driver's seat.
  • Page 218 Service Appearance Care & you need a new cap, be sure to get the right Your dealer ca~ type. get one for you. If you get wrong it may not fit or have type, proper venting, and your he1 and emissions system might be damaged.
  • Page 219 Then go to the front of the vehicle and push the secondary hood release down to lift the hood. An electric E m under the hood can start up injure even when the engine is not running. Keep hands, clothing and tools away from any underhood electric fan.
  • Page 220 di Appewance Care Service 2.3L Quad Otic and Quad Engines (CODES 3 , A AND D) When you open the hood, you'll see: Automatic Transaxle Dipstick (if equipped) 2. Brake Fluid Reservoir Air Cleaner 4. Hydraulic Clutch Fluid Reservoir (if equipped) 5.
  • Page 221 Engine 3300 (CODE N) When you open the hood, you’ll see: 1. Power Steering Fluid Reservoir 2. Automatic Transaxle Fluid Dipstick (if equipped) 3. Brake Fluid Reservoir 4. Air Cleaner 5. Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir 6. Battery 7 . Engine Oil Fill Cap 8.
  • Page 222 Service di Appearance Care Underhood Light (omoNc) or headlights must Your parking lights be on for the underhood light to function when you open the hood. Engine Oil It’s a good idea to check your engine oil every time you get fuel. In order to get an accurate reading, the oil must be warm and the vehicle must be on level, ground.
  • Page 223 When to Add Oil: the oil is at or below the line, then you’ll need to add some oil. But you must use the right kind. This section explains what kind of oil to use. For crankcase capacity, see the Index under Capacities &...
  • Page 224 Service Appearance Care & Kind of Oil to Use What Look for Three Things: “SG” must be on the oil container, either by itself or combined with other quality designations, such as “SGICC,” “SGICD,” “SF, SG, CC,” etc. These letters show American Petroleum Institute (API) levels of quality.
  • Page 225 SAE low-30 (3300 V6 Engine) shown in the viscosity chart, SAE 1OW-30 is best for your vehicle. However, you can use SAE 5W-30 if it's going to be colder than 60°F (16°C) before your next oil change. When it's very cold, below 0°F (-18"C), you should use SAE 5W-30.
  • Page 226 Service & Engine Oil Additives Don't add anything to your oil. Your Oldsmobile dealer is ready to advise if you think something should be added. ! 2 4 When to Change Engine Oil See if any one of these is true for you: miles (6 km).
  • Page 227 What to Do with Used Oil Used engine oil contains things that have caused skin cancer in laboratory animals. Don’t let used oil stay on your skin for very long. Clean your skin and nails with soap and water, or a good hand cleaner.
  • Page 228 Service & Appearance Care :ngine,~which will damage it. Always have the air cleaner in place when you’re driving. 2.3L Quad OHC and Quad 4: Air Filter Replacement Unsnap the clip on the housing cover and pull the cover back. 2. Remove the air cleaner filter. Be sure to install the air cleaner filter and replace the cover tightly.
  • Page 229 Because this operation can be a little difficult, you choose to have this m a y done at an Oldsmobile dealership Service Department. you do it yourself, be sure to follow the instructions here, or you could get a Mse reading on the dipstick.
  • Page 230 Service Appearance Care & Automatic Transaxle Fluid Wait at least 30 minutes before checking the transaxle fluid level if you have been driving: When outside temperatures are above 90" F (32" C) At high speed for quite a while. In heavy traffic-especially in hot weather.
  • Page 231 Check: Because this operation can be a little difficult, you may choose to have this done at an Oldsmobile dealership Service Department. If you do it yourself, be sure to follow all the instructions here, or you could...
  • Page 232 Sewice Appearance Care & Check the fluid level only when your off, the engine is vehicle is parked on level place and transaxle cool enough for you to rest your tkgers on case. transaxle Then, Follow These Steps: handle Flip the up and then pull out the dipstick and clean it with a rag or...
  • Page 233 Add Fluid: Here’s how to add fluid. Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of fluid to use. See the Index under Fluids & Lubricants. 1. Remove the dipstick by flipping the handle up and then pulling the dipstick out.
  • Page 234 If you have a problem with is low. engine overheating, see the Index under Engine Overheating. The proper coolant for your Oldsmobile will Give fieezing protection down to -34" F (-37" Give boiling protection up to 262°F (128"...
  • Page 235 If you use an improper coolant mix, your engine could overheat and be badly damaged. The repai cost wouldn’t be cowred by your w a r r a n t y . much water mix can freeze and crack engine, radiator, heater core and Adding Coolant To Check Coolant: When your engine is cold, the coolant...
  • Page 236 Sewice Appearance Care & Adding Coolant (CONT) You can be burned if you spill 1 coolant an 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. Suge Tank Pressure Cap an 18 Your pressure cap is...
  • Page 237 Power Steering Fluid How to Check Power Steering Fluid: 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. When the engine compartment is hot, the level should at the H (Hot)
  • Page 238 Appearance Care & Sentice Windshield Washer Fluid % > > When using concentrated washer fluid, follow the manufacturer’s instructions for adding water. Don’t water with ready-to- use washer fluid. Water can cause the solution to freeze and damage your washer fluid and other parts of the washer system.
  • Page 239 bAU I I V N If you have too much brake fluid, it can spill on engine. The fluid will bum if the engine is hot enough. You or others could be burned, and your vehicle could be damaged. Add brake fluid when work is only...
  • Page 240 Vehicles we design and test have top- quality GM brake parts in them, as your Oldsmobile does when it is new. When you replace parts of your braking system-for example, when your brake...
  • Page 241 Halogen bulbs have pressurized gas inside and can burst if you drop or scratch the bulb. You or others could be injured. Take special care when handling disposing halogen bulbs. Headlight Bulb Replacement For the type bulb, see the Index under Replacement Bulbs.
  • Page 242 Service Appearance Care & Headlight Bulb Replacement (COM) Unclip the bulb assembly from the wiring harness. 4. Reverse steps 1-3 to replace the bulb assembly and headlight housinn. Taillight Bulb Replacement For the type of bulb, see the Index under Replacement Bulbs.
  • Page 243 Fog light Bulb Replacement If you have fog lights, don’t change your fog light bulbs unless you have the proper aiming equipment. See your Oldsmobile dealer if you have any hrther questions. Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement Replacement blades come in different types and are removed in different ways.
  • Page 244 Service Appearance Care & Loading Bur Vehicle (CONT.) The other label is the Certification label, also on the rear edge of the driver's door. It tells you the gross weight capacity of your vehicle, called the GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating).
  • Page 245 These tires are warranted by the tire manufacturers and their warranties are delivered with every new Oldsmobile. If your spare tire is a different brand than your road tires, you will have a tire warranty folder from each of these manufacturers.
  • Page 246 Service Appearance Care & InfIationTiie Pressure The Tire-Loading Information label which is on the rear edge of the driver’s door shows the correct inflation pressures for your tires, when they’re cold. “Cold” means your vehicle has been sitting for at least three hours or driven no more than a mile.
  • Page 247 ' l l _ _ . Tire Inspection and Rotation To make your tires last longer, have them inspected and rotated at the mileages recommended in the Mainte- nance Schedule. See the Zndex under Scheduled Maintenance Services. Use this rotation pattern. After the tires have been rotated, adjust the front and rear inflation pressure shown on the Tire-Loading Information...
  • Page 248 Service Appearance Care & Buying New Tires To find out what kind and size of you need, look at the Tire-Loading Information label. 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 249 TEadwear The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on a specified government test course. For example, a tire graded 1 5 0 would wear one and a half (1%) times as well on the government course as a tire graded 100.
  • Page 250 (except some aluminum wheels, which can sometimes be repaired). your Oldsmobile dealer if any of these conditions exist. Your dealer will know the kind of wheel you need. Each new wheel should have the same...
  • Page 251 Using the wrong replacement wheels, wheel bolts, or wheel nuts on your vehicle can be dangerous. It could affect the braking and handling of your vehicle, make your tires lose air and make you lose control. You could have a collision in which you or others could be injured.
  • Page 252 Some are dangerous if you breathe their fumes in a closed space. When you use anything in a container to clean your Oldsmobile, be sure to follow the instructions. And always open your doors or windows when you're cleaning the inside.
  • Page 253 Use a vacuum cleaner often to get rid of dust and loose dirt. Wipe vinyl with a clean, damp cloth. Your Oldsmobile dealer has two GM cleaners-a solvent-type spot lifter and a foam-type powdered cleaner. They will clean normal spots and stains very well.
  • Page 254 Service Appec Ice Care & Using ham-Type Cleaner on Fabric Vacuum and brush the area to remove any loose d i r t . Always clean a whole trim panel or section. Mask surrounding t r i m stitch or welt lines. Mix Multi-Purpose Powdered Cleaner following the directions on the container label.
  • Page 255 Special Cleaning Problems Greasy or Oily Stains: Like grease, oil, butter, margarine, shoe polish, coffee with cream, chewing gum, cosmetic creams, vegetable oils, wax crayon, tar and asphalt. Carefully scrape off excess stain. Then follow the solvent-type instructions earlier in this section. Shoe polish, wax crayon, tar and asphalt will stain if left on a vehicle seat fabric.
  • Page 256 Service Appearance Care & 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 257 Wiper blades should be checked on a regular basis and replaced when worn. Cleaning the Outside of bur Oldsmobile 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...
  • Page 258 GM/Armor Allm (GM Part No. 1052919). Finish Care Occasional waxing or mild polishing of your Oldsmobile may be necessary to remove residue from the paint finish. get GM approved cleaning products from your dealer. (See the Index under Appearance Care.) Your Oldsmobile has a “basecoat/...
  • Page 259 Aluminum Wheels If your Oldsmobile has these, don't use chrome polish on them. Use wax after you clean them. Also, don't use abrasive cleaners or cleaning brushes on them- you could damage the protective coating. If y~ ,lave aluminum wheels,...
  • Page 260 Although no defect in the paint job causes this, Oldsmobile will repair, at no charge to the owner, the surfaces of new vehicles damaged by this fallout condition within 12 months or l2, O OO...
  • Page 261 Vehicle ldentification Number PIN) This is the legal identifier for your Oldsmobile. It appears on plate in the fkont comer of the instrument panel, on the driver’s side. You can it if you look through the windshield from outside your vehicle. The...
  • Page 262 Service & Appearance Care AddmOn Electrical Equbment Don’t add anything electrical to your Oldsmobile unless you check with your dealer first. Some electrical equipment can damage your vehicle and the damage wouldn’t be covered by your warranty. Some of it can just keep...
  • Page 263 -F)Ic- - - Fuse Usage Fuse Rating (AMI?) PRNDL Back-up Lights, Electronic PRNDL (automatic transaxle) F/P INJ Fuel Pump, Fuel Injectors STOP HAZ Turn/Hazard/Stop Lights, Anti-Lock Brakes (ABS), Brake- Transaxle Shift Interlock (BTSI) CTSY Power Door Locks, Power Mirrors, Cigar Lighter Remote Keyless Entry INST LPS Instrument Panel Lights...
  • Page 264 Service Appearance Care & Headlight Wiring The headlight wiring is protected by a circuit breaker in the fuse block. An electrical overload will cause the lights to go on and off or, in some cases, to remain off. If this happens, have your headlight system checked right away.
  • Page 265 Capacitjes & Specifications ......Engine Crankcase (All Models). When ChangingJilter, up to 1 quart (1 liter) more oil Automatic Transaxle Pan Removal and Replacement .
  • Page 266 Service Appearance Care & Capacifies 8 Specifications Refrigerant, Air Conditioning Not all air conditioning refvlgerants are the same. I f the air conditioning system in your vehicle needs refrzgerant, be sure the proper refvlgerant is used. I f you ’re not sure, ask your Ot?dsmbile dealer.
  • Page 267 Fluids & Lubricants PART ITEM ....Antifreeze Coolant (Ethylene Glycol Base) ....Chassis Lubricant (Grease Gun Insert) .
  • Page 268 Service Appearance Care & Replacement Bulbs OUTSIDE LIGHTS Back-up Lights. Front parking/Turn Signal License Plate Light Center High-Mounted Stoplight. Halogen Headlights LowBern HighB Side Marker Lights Front..........Rear Stop/T'/Turn Signal Lights...
  • Page 269 INSIDE LIGHTS ..........Ashtray .
  • Page 270 Service di Appearance Care Engine Specifications VIN Engine Code ..........Type .
  • Page 271 Normal Maintenance Replacement Patts Air Cleaner Element ..2.3L Quad OHC and Quad 3300V6 Engine Oil Filter ..2.3L Quad OHC and Quad 4 3300V6 PCV Valve 3300V6 Spark Plugs .
  • Page 272 Notes...
  • Page 273: Maintenance Schedule

    Have you purchased the GM Protection Plan? The Plan supplements your new vehicle warranties See your Oldsmobile dealer for details Part Maintenance Schedule Section Introduction A Word About Maintenance Your Vehicle and the Environment...
  • Page 274 So please read this part and note how you drive. you have any questions on how to keep your vehicle in good condition, see your Oldsmobile dealer, the place many GM owners choose to have their maintenance work done.
  • Page 275 Section C: Periodic Maintenance Inspections explains important inspections that your Oldsmobile dealer’s service department or another qualified service center should perform. Section D: Recommended Fluids & Lubricants lists some products GM recommends to help keep your vehicle properly maintained.
  • Page 276 This section tells you the maintenance services you should have done and when you should schedule them. Your Oldsmobile dealer knows your vehicle best and wants you be happy with it. If you go to your dealer for your service needs, you’ll know that GM-trained and supported service...
  • Page 277 Schedule I Is any one of these true for your vehicle? Most trips are less than miles (6 km). Most trips are less than 1 0 miles (16 km) when outside temperatures are below freezing. The engine is at low speed most of the time (as in door-to- door delivery, or in stop-and-go traffic).
  • Page 278 Maintenance Schedule Section A: Scheduled Maintenance Services Schedule I Follow Schedule I if your vehicle is MAINLY driven under one or more of the following conditions: When most trips are less than km). When most trips are less than 10 miles and outside temperatures remain below freezing.
  • Page 279 The services shown in this schedule up to 48,000 miles (80 000 km) are to be performed after 48,OOO miles at the same intervals. MILES (000) 3 1 6 1 9 I 1 2 I 1 5 118 121 124 127 142 1 4 5 148 1 3 3 1 3 6 1 3 9...
  • Page 280 Maintenance Schedule Secfion A: Scheduled Maintenance Services Schedule /I Follow Schedule ONLY if none of driving conditions specified in Schedule I apply. *An 2hksion Control Sewice. d lIhe Emironmental Protection Agency has determined that the failure to perform this maintenance item will nulliJL the emission warranty or limit recall liability prior to the completion of vehicle useful lije.
  • Page 281 The services shown this schedule up to performed after 45,000 miles at the same intervals. MILES (000) 22.5 KILOMETERS (000) 37.5 12.5 miles are to be 45,000 (75 000 37.5 62.5...
  • Page 282 Maintenance Schedule Section A: Scheduled Maintenance Services Explanation of Scheduled Maintenance Services Below are explanations of the services listed in Schedule I and Schedule The proper fluids and lubricants to use are listed in Section D. Make sure whoever services your vehicle uses ITEM NO.
  • Page 283 ITEM SERVICE Engine Accessory Drive Belt Inspection*- Inspect the belt for cracks, fraying, wear and proper tension. Replace as needed. Cooling System Service*-Drain, flush and refill the system with new or approved recycled coolant conforming to GM Specification 1825M. Keep coolant at the proper mixture as specified.
  • Page 284 Maintenance Schedule Section A: Scheduled Maintenance Services ITEM NO. SERVICE Cleaner Filter Replacement*-Replace every miles (50 30,000 dusty conditions. Ask your dealer for the proper replacement intervals for your driving conditions. *An Emission Control Senice. Environmental Protection Agency has determined that the failure to perjorm this maintenance item limit recall liability prior to the completion of vehicle usejkl l$e.
  • Page 285 Section B: Owner Checks & Services Listed below are owner checks and services which should be performed at the intervals specified to help ensure the safety, dependability and emission control performance of your vehicle. At Each Fuel Fill (It is important for you or a service station attendant to perform these underhood checks at each CHECK OR SERVICE Engine Oil Level Check the engine...
  • Page 286 Maintenance Schedule Section B: Owner Checks & Services At Least Once a bar CHECK OR SERVICE Key Lock Cylinders Lubricate the Body Lubrication Lubricate hood, trunk, glove box door, console door, and any folding seat hardware. Section D tells you what to use.
  • Page 287 CHECK OR SERVICE Shift Brake-Transaxle Interlock-BTSI When you are doing this check, the vehicle could move suddenly. If it does, you or others (Automatic Transaxle) could be injured. Follow the steps below. 1. Before you start, be sure you level surface. 2.
  • Page 288 Mizintenance Schedule Section 8: Owner Checks & Services Once At least a Year (CONT.! CHECK OR SERVICE Brake and Parking Automatic Transaxle (Park) Mechanism Check w e . Park on a hirly steep hill, with the vehicle facing downhill. Keeping your foot on the regular brake, set the parking brake.
  • Page 289 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). GM dealer’s service department or other qualified service center do these jobs. Make sure any necessary You should let your repairs are completed at once.
  • Page 290 Maintenance Schedule Section D: Recommended FIuids & Lubricants Fluids identified below NOTE: and lubricants USAGE GM Goodwrench Motor Oil or equivalent for API Service SG Energy Conserving proper viscosity. The “SG” designation may be shown alone or in combination with others, such as “SG/CC,”...
  • Page 291 USAGE Manual Transaxle Shift Chassis lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI Grade 2, Category LB or GC-LB (GM Linkage 12346003 or 1052497 or equivalent). ~~~~~~ Automatic Transaxle Engine oil. Shift Linkage Clutch Linkage Pivot Engine oil. Points Chassis Lubrication, Chassis lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI Grade 2, Category LB or GC-LB Fuel Filler Door, (GM Part No.
  • Page 292 Maintenance Schedule Section E: Maintenance Record After the scheduled services are performed, record the date, odometer reading and who performed the service in the columns indicated. When completing the Maintenance Performed column, insert the numbers from the Schedule DATE ODOMETER READING I or Schedule I1 maintenance charts which correspond maintenance performed.
  • Page 293 DATE SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED ODOMETER READING...
  • Page 294 Maintenance Schedule Section E: Maintenance Record (Cont.) ODOMETER MAINTENANCE PERFORMED SERVICED DATE READING...
  • Page 295 Here you will find out how to contact Oldsmobile if you need assistance This part also tells you how to obtain service publications and how to report any safety defects . . . Customer Satisfaction Procedure Customer Assistance for the Hearing or Speech Impaired BBB MediatiodArbitration Program .
  • Page 296 Customer Assistance lnfomurtion Customer Satisfaction Pmcedum Your satisfaction and goodwill important your dealer and Oldsmobile. N o d y , any problems with the sales transaction or the operation of your vehicle will be resolved your dealer's Sales or Service Departments. Sometimes,...
  • Page 297 General Motors of Canada Limited Customer Assistance Center 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa, Ontario LlH 8P7 A listing of all Oldsmobile Zone Offices and offices outside the U.S. which can assist you can also be found in the warranty booklet.
  • Page 298 Customer Satisfaction Procedure described earlier in this section has been very successful in achieving customer satisfaction. However, if you have not been substantially satisfied, Oldsmobile wants you to be aware of GM’s voluntary participation in a no-charge mediationhrbitration program called BBB AUTO LINE.
  • Page 299 Eligibility is limited vehicle age/mileage and other factors. For further information concerning the program, call the BBB at 1-800-955-5100. You may also call the Oldsmobile Customer Assistance Network. This program not be available in law. all states, depending on state Canadian owners refer to your warranty booklet.
  • Page 300: Customer Assistance Information

    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 Network P.O. Box 30095 Lansing, Michigan 48909 In Canada, please call us at 1-800-263-3777 (English) or 1-800-263-7854 (French).
  • Page 301 Oldsmobile dealership, take your request for an Oldsmobile computerized trip routing or simply answer any questions the Oldsmobile driver may have about the coverage provided by your Oldsmobile Roadside Assistance Program. The Oldsmobile Roadside Assistance number is fully staffed and operational 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.
  • Page 302 They can help a technician service your vehicle better. Most bulletins apply to conditions affecting a small number of cars or trucks. Your Oldsmobile dealer or a qualified technician may have determine if a specific bulletin applies to your vehicle.
  • Page 303 Mu’// What Find in the lndex A list of a l l PSP’s published by Oldsmobile in a model year (1989 or later). PSP’s covering a l l models of Oldsmobile vehicles are listed in the same index. Ordering information you can buy the specific PSP’s you may want.
  • Page 304 How You Can Get an Index Indexes are published periodically. Most of the PSP’s which could potentially apply to the most recent Oldsmobile models will be listed in the most recent publication for that model year. This means you may want to wait until the...
  • Page 305 Publication Order F o m Oldsmobile Division service publications are intended for use by professional, qualified technicians. -Attempting repairs or service without the appropriate training, cause injury to you or others and damage to your vehicle that may cause it not to operate properly.
  • Page 306 Publication Order F o m Subscription Service Model 1993 Year with Binder Model 1992 Year with Binder 1991 Model Year with Binder 1990 Model Year with Binder 1989 Model Year with Binder Subtotal Subscription Service Subtotal Service Publications Total Order * Price subject to change.
  • Page 309 Fuel Economy Record ODOMETER AVERAGE TOTAL NUMBER DATE GAL LONS/LITERS READING ECONOMY COST...
  • Page 310 Fuel Economy Record NUMBER TOTAL AVERAGE ODOMETER DATE ECONOMY REA DING GALLONS/LITERS COST...
  • Page 311 A B S ABS Warning Light Adding ... . l l 9 . Brake Fluid .236. 265 Electrical Equipment .63. .l94. Engine Coolant 233. 263. 265 ....Engine Oil Hydraulic Clutch Fluid .231.
  • Page 312 Cassette Player and Tapes .l98 Compact Discs .lo7 Fabric 1 1 0 .lo6 Finish Care. Foreign Material. .236 Glass .233 Inside of Your Oldsmobile -220 Outside of Your Oldsmobile .231 Safety Belts. .235 Sheet Metal Damage Special Problems .227 Textured-Sdce .229 Bumper Covers .216...
  • Page 313 ... . Compact Spare Tire -204 ..Computer-Controlled Ride ... . . Control of a Vehicle Controlled-Cycle Windshield Wiper .
  • Page 314 Index ....Filter ... . Kind of Oil to Use ....Pressure Gage .
  • Page 315 ..... Glove Box ... Glove Box Cup Holder Graphic Equalizer (see Audio Systems) Gross Axle Weight .
  • Page 316 ....Shift ... . .86. 240. 266 Taillights ..... . . Trunk .
  • Page 317 (see Passenger Belts Safety Belts) Passing Periodic Maintenance ....Inspections Polishing and Waxing (see Appearance Care) ....Power Door Locks .
  • Page 318: Service Station Information

    TopStrap Torn Twisted Vehicles First Sold i n Canada ....Warning Light Why You Should Wear ....Safety Belts Safety Defects, Reporting Scheduled Maintenance Services...
  • Page 319 ....171 Towing a Trailer ..Towing Your Oldsmobile ....Traffic Lights .
  • Page 320 Visors. Sun ....Visor Vanity Mirror Voltmeter ..warning Flashers. Hazard ... . Warning Lights .
  • Page 321 Notes...
  • Page 322 Sewice Infomation SWon rgme See Page 220 Check and add coolant only at the The Delco Freedom@ battery needs tank. surge The fluid should be at or no water. See Page 238 FULL COLD slightly above the mark. See Page 232 Transaxle Fluid Automatic: See Page 227 Manual: See Page 229...

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