Page 3 This section tells you when to perform vehicle maintenance and what fluids and lubricants to use. Customer Assistance Information This section tells you how to contact Oldsmobile for assistance and how to get service publications, It also gives you information on “Reporting Safety Defects” on page Index Here’s an alphabetical listing...
Page 4: For Canadian Owners Who Prefer A French Language Manual
“General Motors of Canada Limited” for Oldsmobile Division whenever it appears in this manual. Please keep this manual in your Oldsmobile, so be there if you ever need it when you’re on the road. If you sell the vehicle, please leave this manual in it so the new owner can use Litho in U.S.A.
Page 6 Vehicle Damage Rarnlngs Also in this book you will find these notices: NOTICE: These mean there is something that could damage your vehicle. In the notice area, we tell you about something that can damage your vehicle. Many times, this damage not be covered by your warranty, and it could be costly.
Page 7 Vehicle Symbols These are some of the symbols you may find These symbols For example, these symbols are important are used on an for you and original battery: your passengers whenever your vehicle is CAUTION driven: POSSIBLE INJURY PROTECT EYES BY SHIELDING FASTEN BELTS...
Page 8 NOTES...
Page 10 Seat (Option) rower adjust the power seat: Seat Control (A): Raise the front of the seat by holding the front of the switch up. Lower the front of the seat by holding the front of the switch down. seat by holding the rear of the Raise the rear of switch up.
Page 11: Reclining Front Seatbacks
Reclining Front Seatbacks To adjust the seatback, lift the lever on the outer, side of the seat and move the seatback to where you want it. Release the lever to lock the seatback. Pull up on the lever and the seat will to an upright position.
Page 12: Head Restraints
Head Restraints Slide the head restraint up or down restraint is closest to the top of your ears. This position reduces the chance of a neck injury in a crash. Safety Belts: They’re for Everyone This part of the manual tells you how to use safety belts properly.
Page 13: Why Safety Belts Work
Your vehicle has comes on as buckle up. (See “Safety Belt Reminder Light” in the Index.) In many states and Canadian provinces, th wear safety belts. Here’s why: They work. never know if you’ll be in a crash. If you do have a crash, you don’t know if it will be a bad one.
Page 14 Get it up to speed. Then stop the vehicle. The rider doesn't stop.
Page 15 or the instrument panel The person keeps going until stopped by something. In a real vehicle, it could be the windshield...
Page 16 or the s-afety belts! With safety belts, you slow -down as the vehicle does. You get more time to stop. You stop over more distance, and your strongest bones take the:forces. That's why safety belts make such good sense. more of them in the-future. But they supplemental systems only;...
Page 17: Driver Position
Be aware that there are special things to know about safety belts and children. And there are different rules for smaller children and babies. If a child will be riding in your Oldsmobile, see the part of this manual called k m ) “Children.” Follow those rules for everyone’s protection.
Page 18 LapmShoulder Belt The driver has a lap-shoulder belt. Here’s how to wear properly. 1. Close and lock the door. 2. Adjust the seat (to see how, see “Seats’’ in the Index) so you can sit up straight. 3. Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you. Don’t it get twisted.
Page 19 The lap part of the belt should be worn low and snug the hips, just touching the thighs. In 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 20 The shoulder belt is too loose. It won’t give nearly as much protection this way.
Page 22 The shoulder belt is worn under the arm. It should over be worn shoulder at times. a l l .
Page 23 &= What’s wrong with this? The belt is twisted across the body. 1-15...
Page 24: Supplemental Restraint System (Srs)
Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) This part explains the Supplemental Restraint System (SRS), or air bag system. Your Oldsmobile has two air bags -- one air bag for the driver and another air bag for the right front passenger. Here are the most important things to know about...
Page 25 There is an air bag readiness light on the instrument panel, which shows the words AIR BAG. The system checks the air bag’s electrical system for malfunctions. The light tells you if there is an electrical problem. See “Air Bag Readiness Light” in the Index for more information.
Page 26: How The Air Bag System Works
How the Air Bag System works Where is the air bag? The driver’s air bag is in the middle of the steering wheel. The right front passenger’s air bag is in the instrument panel on the passenger’s side.
Page 27 When should air bag inflate? designed to inflate in moderate to severe frontal or near-frontal crashes. The air bag will inflate only if the impact speed is above the system’s designed “threshold level.” If your vehicle goes straight into a wall that doesn’t move or deform, the threshold level is about 9 to 15 mph (14 to 24 W).
Page 28 How does an air bag restrain? In moderate to severe frontal or near-frontal collisions, even belted occupants can contact the steering wheel or the instrument panel. The air bag supplements @e protection provided by safety belts. Air bags distribute the force of the impact more evenly over the occupant’s upper body, stopping the occupant more gradually.
Page 30: Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy
Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy Safety belts work for everyone, including pregnant women. Like all occupants, they are more likely to 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 31: Right Front Passenger Position
Right Front Passenger Position The right front passenger’s safety belt works the same way as the driver’s safety belt. See “Driver Position,’’ earlier in this section. When the lap portion of the belt is pulled out all the way, it will lock. If it does, let it go back all the way and start again.
Page 32: Rear Seat Outside Passenger Positions
To make the belt shorter, pull its free end as shown until the belt is snug. Buckle, position and release it the same way as the lap part of a lap-shoulder belt. If the belt isn’t long enough, see “Safety Belt Extender” at the end of this section. Make sure the release button on the buckle is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if-you ever had to.
Page 34 force to the strong pelvic bones. And you'd be less likely to slide under the lap belt. If you slid underit, the belt would apply force at your abdomen. This could cause serious or even fatal injuries. The shoulder belt should go .over the shoulder and across the chest;...
Page 35: Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides For Children And Small Adults
Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides for Children and Small Adults Rear shoulder belt comfort guides will provide added comfort for children who have outgrown child restraints and for small adults. The comfort guides pull the shoulder belts away from the neck and head. There is one guide for each outside passenger position in the rear seat.
Page 36 3. There is a “button stop’’ on the shoulder belt that keeps the belt from going too far into the retractor at the top of the seatback. Pull the shoulder belt out of the retractor, and place the guide over the belt. Make sure that the guide is between the button stop on the belt and the retractor.
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Page 39: Child Restraints
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 personal injury.
Page 40: Top Strap
If your child restraint has a top strap, anchored. If you need to have an anchor installed, you can ask your Oldsmobile retailer to put it in for you. If you want to install an anchor yourself, your retailer can tell you how to do it.
Page 41: Securing A Child Restraint In A Rear Outside Seat Position
For cars first sold in Canada, child restraints with a top strap must be anchored according to Canadian Law. Your retailer can obtain the hardware kit and install it for you, or you may install it yourself using the instructions provided in the kit. Use the tether hardware available from the retailer.
Page 43: Securing A Child Restraint In The Center Rear Seat Position
6. To tighten the belt, feed the lap belt into the retractor while you push down the child restraint. 7 . Push pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure. To remove the child restraint, just unbuckle the vehicle’s safety belt and let it go back all the way.
Page 45: Securing A Child Restraint In The Right Front Seat Position
7. Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure. If the child restraint t u r n isn’t secure, the latch plate over and buckle it again. Then see if it is secure. If it isn’t, secure the restraint in a different place in the vehicle and contact the child restraint maker for their advice about how to attach the child restraint properly.
Page 46 You’ll be using the lap-shoulder belt. See the earlier part about the top strap if the child restraint has one. Because your vehicle has a right front passenger air bag, always move the seat as farback as it will go before securing a forward-facing child restraint.
Page 49 .What if a child is wearing a lap-shoulder belt, but the child is so small that the shoulder belt is very close to the child’s face or neck? Move the child toward the center of the vehicle, but be sure that the shoulder belt still is on the child’s shoulder, that in a crash the child’s upper body would have the restraint that belts provide.
Page 50 Wherever the child sits, the lap portion of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips, just touching the child’s thighs. This applies belt force to the child’s pelvic bones in a crash. 1-42...
Page 51: Safety Belt Extender
Safety Belt Extender If the vehicle’s safety belt will fasten around you, should use it. But if a safety belt isn’t long enough to fasten, your retailer will order you an extender. It’s free. When you go in to order it, take the heaviest coat you will wear, the extender will be long enough for you.
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Page 53 Keys...
Page 54 The door keys are for the doors When a new Oldsmobile is delivered, the retailer removes the plugs from the keys and gives them to the first owner. However, the ignition key may not have a plug. If the ignition key doesn’t have a plug, it will have a bar-coded key tag.
Page 55: Power Door Locks
Door Locks 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 56 Door Open Reminder: If you have the information center and a door is not fully closed when the transaxle is in gear, chime will sound and the information center will display one of these messages: DRIVER DOOR AJAR PASSENGER DOOR AJAR REAR DOOR AJAR Programmable Automatic Door Locks (Option)
Page 57: Rear Door Security Locks
Rear Door Security Locks 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. Move the lever all the way up to the ENGAGED position.
Page 59 S e your retailer to match trausmitters to mother vehicle.
Page 60: Battery Replacement
Battery Replacement Under normal use, the batteries in your key chain transmitter should last about two years. You can tell the batteries are weak if the transmitter won’t work at the normal range in any location. If you have to get close to your vehicle before the transmitter works, it’s probably time to change the batteries.
Page 61: Glove Box
Theft Vehicle theft is big business, especially in some cities. Although your Oldsmobile has a number of theft deterrent features, we know that nothing we put on it can make it impossible to steal. However, there are ways...
Page 62: Key In The Ignition
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. Always do this.
Page 63 (see “Fuses and Circuit Breakers” in the Index). If the starter won’t work with the other key, your vehicle needs service. If your vehicle does start, the first ignition key may be faulty. See your Oldsmobile retailer or a locksmith who can service the PASS-Key%. 2-11...
Page 64 But you don’t have to wait ‘three minutes before trying another ignition key. See your Oldsmobile retailer or a locksmith who can service the PASS-Key% to have a new key made. If you’re ever driving and the SECURITY light comes...
Page 65: Ignition Switch
Ignition Switch With the ignition key in the ignition switch, you can turn the switch to five positions: (A) ACCESSORY: An “on” position in which you can operate your electrical power accessories. Press in the ignition switch as you turn the top of it toward you. LOCK: The only position in which you can remove the key.
Page 66: Starting Your Engine
To restart when you’re already moving, off and use NEUTRAL (N) only. NOTICE: Don’t try to shift to PARK (P) if your Oldsmobile is moving. If you do, you could damage the transaxle. Shift to PARK vehicle is stopped.
Page 67: Driving Through Deep Standing Water
NOTICE: Holding your key in START for longer than 15 seconds a t , a time will cause your battery to be drained much sooner. And the excessive heat can damage your starter motor. doesn’t start right away, hold your key START for about three to five seconds at a time until your engine starts.
Page 68 After you’ve used the coolmt heater, be it was before tokeep it away store the cord from moving engine parts. If you don’t, it could be damaged. stme...
Page 69: Automatic Transaxle
Ensure the shift lever is fully in PARK (P) range before starting the engine. Your Oldsmobile has a brake-transaxle shift interlock. You have to fully apply your regular brake before you can shift from PARK (P) when the ignition key is in the ON position.
Page 71 @ AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE: This position is for normal driving. If you need more power for passing, and you’re: Going less than about 35 mph (56 accelerator pedal about halfway down. Going about 35 mph (56 km/h) accelerator all the way down. You’ll shift down to the next gear and have more power.
Page 72 FIRST (1): This position gives you even more (but lower fuel economy) than SECOND. You can use it on very steep hills, or in deep snow or mud. If the selector lever is put in FIRST, the transaxle won’t into first gear until the vehicle is going slowly enough. NOTICE: I f your front wheels can’t rotate, don’t try to drive.
Page 73: Shifting Into Park (P)
try to drive away with the parking brake on, the brake light stays on and a chime sounds until you release the parking brake or recycle the ignition. If you have the electronic cluster, the chime can be turned off by pressing RESET, but the PARKING BRAKE SET message will remain.
Page 74 2. Move the shift lever into the PARK (P) position as follows: P u l l the lever toward you. 2-22 Move the lever up as far as it will go. 3. Move the ignition key to LOCK. 4. Remove the key and take it with you. If you can walk away from your vehicle with the ignition key in your hand, your vehicle is in PARK (P).
Page 75: Console Shift Lever
Console Shift Lever 1. Hold the brake pedal down with your right foot and set the parking brake. 2. Move the shift lever into the PARK (P) position as follows: Hold in the button on the lever; Push the lever all the way toward the front of your vehicle.
Page 76: Torque Lock
(P). 2-24 Shifting Out of PARK (P) Your Oldsmobile has a brake-transaxle shift interlock. You have to fully apply your regular brake before you can shift from PARK (P) when the ignition is in the on position. See “Shifting the Automatic Transaxle” in the Index.
Page 77 Engine Exhaust Parking Over Things That Burn...
Page 80: Turn Signal And Lane Change Indicator
f i r n SignaVMultifunction Lever " . The lever on the left side of the steering column includes your: Turn Signal and Lane Change Indicator Headlamp High-Low Beam' Windshield Wipers Windshield Washer Cruise Control (Option) Flash-to-Pass 2-28 Turn Signal and Lane Change Indicator The turn signal has two upward (for right) and two downward (for left) positions.
Page 81: Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer
If you leave the turn signal on, a chime will sound after you’ve driven 3/4 of a mile. 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.
Page 83: Windshield Washer
Windshield Washer At the top of the turn signallmultifunction lever there’s a paddle with the word PUSH on it. To spray washer fluid on the windshield, push the paddle for less than one second. The wipers will clear the window and then either stop or return to your preset speed.
Page 84: Cruise Control (Option)
Cruise Control (Option) With cruise control, you can maintain a speed of about 25 mph (40 krn/h) or more without keeping your foot on the accelerator. This can really help on long trips. Cruise control does not work at speeds belo 25 mph (40 krdh).
Page 85: To Set Cruise Control
To Set Cruise Control 1. Move the cruise control switch to ON. 2. Get up to the speed you want. 3. Push in the SET button at the end of the lever and release it. 4. Take your foot off the accelerator pedal. To Resume a Set Speed Suppose you set your cruise control at a desired speed and then you apply the brake.
Page 86: Passing Another Vehicle While Using Cruise Control
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. Push the button at the end of the lever, then release the button and the accelerator pedal.
Page 87 Headlamps...
Page 88: Instrument Panel Intensity Control
Instrument Panel Intensity Control can brighten or dim your instrument cluster, radio, climate control, and interior lamps by rotating the INTEFUOR control between MIN and MAX when your lamps are on. Rotate the control aKthe way to MAX and you will turn on the interior courtesy lamps.
Page 89: Lamps On Reminder
Second, the twilight sentinel will keep your headlamps on for up to three minutes, to light your way when you leave your vehicle. To operate the twilight sentinel, rotate the control to MAX for the three minute delay. Rotate it the other way to reduce the delay.
Page 90 Cornering Lamps (Option) The cornering lamps are designed to come on when you signal a turn. This will provide more light for cornering at night. Daytime Running Lamps (Canada Only) Daytime Running Lamps ( D m ) make it easier to see the front of your vehicle during the day.
Page 91: Front Reading Lamps
Front Reading Lamps (Option, These lamps and the interior courtesy lamps will come on when you open a door. They will turn off when you close the door. To turn on the reading lamps when the doors are closed, press the lens of the lamp you want on. Press it again to turn the lamp off.
Page 93 Once the compass is calibrated, it does not need to be recalibrated for any zone as long as the mirror is left in your vehicle and the vehicle remains in the same geographical zone. To calibrate the compass: 1. Set the switch on the mirror control to C M . 2.
Page 94: Convex Outside Mirror
2. Hold in the calibration switch for five seconds until the current zone entry number appears in the display. To hold in the calibration switch, insert a paper clip the small hole on the bottom of the mirror housing. 3. Repeatedly press the calibration switch until the number for the new zone entry is displayed.
Page 95 Power Remote Control Mirrors (Option) The lever on the driver’s door armrest controls both outside rearview mirrors. Turn the lever to the left to select the driver’s side rearview mirror, or to the right to select the passenger’s side rearview mirror. Then move the lever to adjust each mirror so that you can just see the side of your vehicle and the area behind your vehicle when you a comfortable driving position.
Page 96: Sun Visors
Sunglasses Storage (Option) Some models have a storage compartment for glasses in your overhead console. Press the release button to lower the door. Place your glasses inside the door. To close the door, raise it and press it into position. Sun Visors To block out glare, you can swing down the visors.
Page 97: Visor Vanity Mirrors
Visor Vanity Mirrors Open the cover to expose the vanity mirror. If your vehicle has the optional lighted vanity mirrors, the lamps come on when you open the cover. You can adjust the brightness of the lamps by moving the switch up or down.
Page 98: Ashtrays And Lighter
Front Storage Armrest (LSS Only) There are two levels of storage in the armrest. To raise the top cover, pull up the fiont edge. To open the lower storage compartment, press the release lever under the front edge of the lower cover. Rear Storage Armrest (Option) To open, fold down the armrest console, press the latch on the underside and pull up the top.
Page 99: Accessory Power Outlets
To clean the rear ashtray, open it, push down on the snuffer and pull the ashtray out. NOTICE: Don’t put papers and other things that burn into your ashtrays. you do, cigarettes or other smoking materials could set them on fire, causing damage.
Page 100: The Instrument Panel: Your Information System
The Instrument Panel: Your Information System 2-48...
Page 101 The Eighty Eight Royale Instrument Panel 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 102 2-50...
Page 103 Eighty Eight LSS Instrument Panel C Q ~ O I S Light Turn SignWultfincem Lever Tilt Steering Wheel Lever Instrument Cluster&ages Xgnition Switch Hazard Warning Flashers Switch 1.3. Air Outlet 14. Audio' System 15. Gearshift 'Lever Accessory Pow@ Outlets 17. Ashtray, Lighter and Accessmy Pcwer Outlet 8.
Page 104 Instrument Panel Clusters Your Oldsmobile is equipped with one of these instrument panel clusters, which includes indicator warning lights and gages that are explained on the following pages. Be sure to read about those that apply to the instrument panel cluster for your vehicle.
Page 105 Speedometer (Standard and LSS Cluster) km/h R N B 3 2 1 n n n n I - I Your speedometer lets you see your speed in both miles per hour (mph) and kilometers per hour Speedometer (Electronic Cluster) Your speed is displayed in either miles per hour (mph) or kilometers per hour Press the E M (EnglisWMetric) button on the left side of the instrument cluster to switch the display between...
Page 106: Trip Odometer
Your odometer shows how far your vehicle has been driven in either miles (used in the United States) or kilometers (used in Canada). Your Oldsmobile has a tamper resistant odometer. see silver lines between the numbers, you’ll know someone has probably tampered with it and the numbers may not be true.
Page 107 English and metric units. Your Oldsmobile has a tamper resistant odometer. The odometer will read ERROR if someone has tampered with it. You may wonder what happens if your vehicle needs a new odometer installed. If the new one can be set to the mileage total of the old odometer, then it must be.
Page 108: Warning Lights, Gages And Indicators
Tachometer (LSS Cluster) R P M X 1 0 0 0 The tachometer displays the engine speed in revolutions per minute (rpm). NOTICE: Do not operate the engine with the tachometer in the red area. Engine damage may occur. 2-56 Warning Lights, Gages and Indicators Warning lights and gages can signal that something is wrong before it becomes serious enough.to cause an...
Page 109: Safety Belt Reminder Light
Safety Belt Reminder Light When the key is turned to RUN or START, a chime will come on for about eight seconds to remind people to fasten their safety belts. The safety belt light will also come on and stay on for about 70 seconds.
Page 110: Brake System Warning Light
Brake System Warning Light Your Oldsmobile’s hydraulic brake system is divided into two parts. If one part isn’t working, the ( 0 ) other part can still work BRAKE stop you. For good braking, though, you need both working well.
Page 111: Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light
Then start the engine again to reset the system. If the light still stays on, or comes on again while you’re driving, your Oldsmobile needs service. If the regular brake system warning light isn’t on, you still have brakes, but you don’t have anti-lock brakes.
Page 112: Traction Control System Active Light
The traction control system warning light may for the following reasons: If you turn the system off by pressing the button located to the right of the steering column, the warning light will come on and stay on. system back on, press the button again. light should go off.
Page 113 Engine Coolant Temperature Gage and Light (Standard and LSS Clusters) This gage shows the engine coolant temperature on the Standard Cluster. The LSS Cluster has a similar gage to the right of the fuel gage. If the gage pointer moves into the red warning zone and the HOT warning light on your instrument cluster goes your engine is too hot! It means your engine coolant has overheated.
Page 114 Engine Coolant Temperature Gage and Light (Electronic Cluster) This gage has bars that show the engine coolant temperature. 2-62 If all bars light up, it indicates the coolant temperature is (1 24 C). A slow chime will sound for five about 255 seconds and the HOT warning light will come message HOT...
Page 115 Low Coolant Warning Light or Message If the engine is running and this warning light comes on, or the information center displays LOW ENGINE COOLANT, your system COOLANT may be low on coolant and the engine may overheat. A warning chime will also sound. See “Engine Coolant” in the Index and check your coolant level at the coolant tank.
Page 116: Engine Oil Pressure Warning Light
Low Washer Fluid Warning Light or Message (Option) I f you have the base or LSS cluster with the optional reminder package, the LOW WASH warning light will come on when the ignition is on and the fluid container WASH is less than one-third full.
Page 117 NOTICE: Damage to your engine from neglected oil problems can be costly and is not covered warranty. The oil pressure warning light could also come on in three other situations: When the ignition is on but the engine is not running, the light will come on as a test to show you it is working, but the light will go out when you turn the ignition to start.
Page 118: Battery Warning Light
Engine Oil Level Warning Light or Message When the CHECK OIL or OIL LEVEL warning light comes on, or the information center displays CHECK OIL LEVEL, it indicates that the engine oil W E L level is 1 to 1 112 quarts (0.95 L to 1.4 L) low.
Page 119 Fuel .andLow Fuel Light Cage...
Page 120 FUEL UNLEADED ONLY There are- four buttons that control the functions of 'the Driver Information Center. Press this button to select one of t h ~ five. Momation categories.
Page 121: Driver Information Center Displays
SEL 4 Press this button to change between the two functions in each category. The functions found in each category are: Fuel: Fuel Used and Fuel Range Economy: Instant and Average Fuel Economy since last reset Gages: Tachometer and Battery Voltage Oil: Oil Pressure and Oil Life since last reset Date/ET: Date and Elapsed Time since last reset ON/OFF: Press this button to turn the system on or...
Page 122 displayed, only the chime can be shut off by pressing RESET. the message HOT. ..STOP ENGINE or PRES STOP ENGINE is displayed, neither the chime nor the message can be shut the problem requires immediate attention. The chime associated with a diagnostic message will shut off when either SEL is pressed to view other functions.
Page 123: Fuel Range
Fuel Range Press SEL 4 b if FUEL. Press SEL to select necessary to display the fuel range. The display will show a reading such as: FUEL RANGE 235 MI or FUEL RANGE 378 KM Fuel range calculates the remaining distance you can drive without refueling, allowing a one gallon (4 liter) reserve.
Page 124 Tachometer (Engine RPM) to select GAGES. Press SEL 4 Press SEL necessary to display the engine rpm. The display will show a reading such as: TACHOMETER 1800 W M Battery Voltage to select GAGES, Press SEL 4 b if Press SEL necessary to display the electrical system voltage.
Page 125 When the oil life is zero, a tone will sound and the display will show: CHANGE OIL NOW Then, when you start the vehicle, a tone will sound and the CHANGE OIL NOW message will display each time the vehicle is started. To reset the oil life display after each oil change: I.
Page 126 Date to select DATEET. Press SEL 4 b if Press SEL necessary to display the date. The display will show a reading such as: F F U OCTOBER 8 To change the date: Display the date as described above. Press and hold RESET for about one second until the display shows MONTH? "...
Page 127: Elapsed Time
Elapsed Time DAmLET. I3es.s EEL Press SEL to select necessary to display the time. The dsplay will sho& a reading such as: 19 ELAPSED COOLANT SYS PROB...
Page 128 Canadian and Export Vehicles Only English messages will appear in the information center for two seconds. Then the numeric equivalent will appear for two seconds. MESSAG? STOPENGINE PARK BRAKE SET BRAKE FLUID LOW PRES STOP ENGINE CLEAN KEY-WAIT 3 "V HOT..
Page 129: Section 3 Comfort Controls And Audio Systems
Section 3 Comfort Controls and Audio Systems In this section 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. Four Season Climate Control The air conditioner and heater work best if you keep your windows closed while using them.
Page 130: Air Conditioning
DEFOG: Use on cold, humid days when the windows become foggy. The a i r is directed through the windshield, side window, and lower vents. LOWER: Use to direct most of the air through the lower vents. Some air will flow through the windshield and side window vents.
Page 131: Rear Window Defogger (Option)
Rear Window Defogger (Option) Press to warm the defogger grid on the rear window. The indicator light will glow while the rear window defogger is operating. The rear window lfftl DEF: If you turn it on again, the defogger will oDerate for about five minutes onlv.
Page 132: Manual Mode
system was set for FRONT however, it comes back on in AUTO if the engine is off for more than 40 minutes. conditioner and heater work best if you keep the windows closed while using them. Your vehicle has the flow-through ventilation system described later in this section.
Page 133 Controls Temperature Control: Turn the knob to set the interior temperature you want. Turn the knob toward the red zone (clockwise) for warmer air. Turn the knob toward the blue zone (counterclockwise) for cooler air. The temperature you set will be displayed on the screen for five seconds,mthen the outside air temperature will be displayed.
Page 134 Directional Controls: Except when the system is set for DEFOG and FRONT, conditioning can be selected or turned off as desired. Press one of the buttons listed below to select the desired air flow. An indicator light will show the current selection.
Page 135: Rear Window Defogger
Air Conditioning The air conditioner cools and dehumidifies the air inside the vehicle. The air conditioning compressor runs only when required by conditions. The air conditioning is always enabled when DEFOG and FRONT are selected. In any other mode, you can select or turn off the air conditioning as desired by pressing A/C.
Page 136: Passenger Temperature Control
Passenger Temperature Control The right front seat passenger can control the temperature of their seating area. Press the PASS button on the main control panel to activate the passenger comfort control. Adjust the temperature using the control on the passenger’s door. The passenger temperature setting can be up to 5 C) cooler or warmer than the primary setting by turning the knob toward blue for cooler, or...
Page 137 Steering Wheel Touch Controls for Climate Control (Option) Some heating and cooling controls can be adjusted at the steering wheel. Other touch controls also operate some audio controls. Press the upper part of the fan control to increase the fan speed;...
Page 138: Flow-Through Ventilation System
3-10 Audio Systems The following pages describe the audio systems available for your Oldsmobile, and how to performance from them. Please read about the system your vehicle. Setting the Clock No matter which audio system you have in your vehicle, setting the clock is easy.
Page 139 A W M Stereo Radio The digital display indicates the time or radio station frequency, the AM or radio band, whether the station is in stereo, and other audio system functions. PWRNOL: With the ignition on, push the PWRNOL (powerlvolume) knob to turn the system on or off. Turn it clockwise to increase the volume.
Page 140 The radio can be set so that either the time or radio station is normally displayed when the radio is playing. To do this, press RECALL to display the station as desired, then hold RECALL down until the display flashes. SEEK 7: When you press SEEK while playing the radio, the radio will search for the next higher or lower station and stop.
Page 141 AM/FM Stereo Radio with Automatic Tone Control and Cassette Tape Player The digital display indicates the time or radio station frequency, the AM or FM radio band, whether the station is in stereo, and other audio system functions. PWRNOL: With the ignition on, push the power/volume knob to turn the system on or off.
Page 142 To Preset Radio Stations The five pushbuttons labeled 1-5 can be used to set up to 15 radio stations (five five FM1 and five FM2). 1. Tune in the station you want to store. 2. Press TONE to select the tone setting that you prefer. 3.
Page 144 display and the equalization will be adjusted automatically. If you select a tone setting for your tape, it will be activated when you play another tape. NR: This radio has Dolby@B Noise Reduction to reduce background noise on Dolby@B encoded tapes. Press this button to reduce background noise on your tape.
Page 145 ANUFM Stereo Radio with Automatic Tone Control, Cassette Tape and Compact Disc Player The digital display indicates the time or radio station frequency, the radio band, whether, the station is in stereo, and other audio system functions. PWRNOL: With the ignition on, push the PWRNOL (powerholume) knob to turn the system on or off.
Page 146 SEEK: ‘When you press SEEK while playing the radio, will the radio search for the next higher or lower station .and stop. The radio will be muted while seeking. SCAN: When you press SCAN while playing the radio =the radio will go through each station, pausing for a few :seconds at each station.
Page 147 selected a tone setting for a tape or CD, then play the radio, the tone you set for the tape or CD will be reactivated when a tape or CD is played again. BASS: Press this button lightly to release it from the recessed position.
Page 148 ;tape player, press and hold EJECT for five seconds to reset the Cln indicator. The radio will display $how that the clean feature has been reset. E and a number appears on the display at any time, an error has occurred. See “Cassette Tape and later in this section.
Page 149 If E and a number appears on the display at any time, an error has occurred. See “Cassette Tape and CD Errors’’ later in this section. SEEK When you press SEEK (down) while playing a CD, it will go back to the start of the current track, if more than eight seconds have played.
Page 150 THEFTLOCKTM THEFTLOCK is designed to discourage theft radio. It works by using secret code to disable all radio functions whenever the battery power is removed. The THEFTLOCK feature for the radio may be used or ignored. If ignored, the system plays normally and the radio is not protected by the feature.
Page 151 Unlocking THEFTLOCK after a power loss: Enter your secret code as follows; pause no more than 15 seconds between steps. LOC will appear when the ignition is on. Press the MN button and “000” will appear in the display. Press MN again to make the last two digits agree with your code.
Page 152 Cassette Tape and CD Errors If E and a number appears in the radio display, an error has occurred and the cassette or compact disc cannot play temporarily. If the error occurred while trying to play a cassette tape, the following conditions may have caused the error: The cassette tape is tight and the cassette player cannot turn the hubs of the cassette tape.
Page 153: Understanding Radio Reception
Steering Wheel Touch Controls for Audio System (Option) Some audio system functions described in the previous pages can also be operated with the Steering Wheel Touch Controls option. Other touch controls also operate some climate controls. See “Steering Wheel Touch Controls for Climate earlier in this section.
Page 154: Tips About Your Audio System
Your Audio System Tips About Hearing damage from loud noise is almost undetectable until it is too late. Your hearing can adapt to higher volumes of sound. Sound that seems normal can be loud and harmful to your hearing. Take precautions adjusting the volume control on your radio to a safe sound level before your hearing adapts to it.
Page 155 Cassette Tape Player Care A tape player that is not cleaned regularly is subject to reduced sound quality, ruined cassettes, or a damaged mechanism. Tape cassettes that are not properly stored in their plastic cases away from contaminants, direct sunlight, and extreme heat may not operate properly and could cause premature failure of the tape player.
Page 156: Compact Disc Care
Please note that cassette tape adapter kits CD players will not work in your cassette player. These adapters will cause the radio to display an error and the adapter cassette will be ejected. Compact Disc Care Handle discs carefully. Store them in their original cases or other protective cases and away from direct sunlight and dust.
Page 157: Power Antenna Mast Care
Power Antenna Mast Care Your power antenna will look its best 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. 2. Dampen a clean cloth with mineral spirits or an equivalent solvent.
Page 158 NOTES...
Page 159: Section 4 Your Driving And The Road
The best advice anyone can give about driving is: Drive defensively. rlease start with a very important safety device in your Oldsmobile: Buckle up. (See “Safety Belts” in the Index.) Defensive driving really means “be ready for anything.” On city streets, rural roads, or freeways, it means “always expect the unexpected.”...
Page 160 Vision Attentiveness The amount of food that is consumed before and during drinking The length of time it has taken the drinker to consume the alcohol According to the American Medical Association, a 180-pound (82 kg) person who drinks three 12-ounce (355 bottles of beer an hour will end up with a...
Page 161 It’s the amount of alcohol that counts. For example, if the same person drank three double martinis (3 ounces or 90 of liquor each) within an hour, the person’s BAC would be close to 0.12 percent. A person who consumes food just before or during drmking will have a somewhat lower BAC level.
Page 162: Control Of A Vehicle
showers will speed that up. “I’ll be careful” isn’t the right answer. What if there’s an emergency, a need to take sudden action, as when a child darts into the street? A person with even a moderate BAC might not be able to react quickly enough to avoid the collision.
Page 163 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 3/4 of a second. But that’s only an average.
Page 164: Anti-Lock Brakes (Abs)
Anti-Lock Brakes (ABS) Your Oldsmobile has an advanced electronic braking system that will help prevent a braking skid. This light on the instrument panel will come on briefly when you start your vehicle. ANT‘- LOCK When you start your vehicle and begin to drive away, your anti-lock brake system will check itself.
Page 165: Traction Control System (Option)
The anti-lock system can change the brake pressure As you brake, your computer keeps receiving updates on faster than any driver could. The computer is programed to make the most conditions. ~~~~~ You can steer around the obstacle while braking hard. wheel speed and controls braking pressure accordingly.
Page 166 The TRACTION ACTIVE light will come on when your traction control system is limiting wheel spin. See “Traction Control System Active Light” in the Index. If your vehicle has the Driver Information Center, the TRACTION CNTL ACTIVE message will appear when your traction control system is limiting wheel spin.
Page 167: Braking In Emergencies
especially in slippery road conditions, you should always leave the system on. But you can turn the traction control system off if you ever need to. (You should turn the system off if your vehicle ever gets stuck in sand, mud, ice or snow. See “Rocking Your Vehicle” in the Index.) To turn the system off, press the T/C button located to...
Page 168: Steering In Emergencies
Experienced driver or beginner, each of us is subject to the same laws of physics when driving on curves. The traction of the tires against the road surface makes it possible for the vehicle to change its path when you the front wheels.
Page 169 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. Then steer around the problem, to the left or right depending on the space available.
Page 170: Off-Road Recovery
Off-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. Ease off the accelerator and then, if there is nothing in the way, steer so that your vehicle straddles the edge of the pavement.
Page 171 Do not get too close to the vehicle you want to pass while you’re awaiting an opportunity. For one thing, following too closely reduces your area of vision, especially if you’re following a larger vehicle. Also, you won’t have adequate space if the vehicle ahead suddenly slows or stops.
Page 172: Loss Of Control
“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 173: Driving At Night
Driving at Night Night driving is more dangerous than day driving. One reason is that some drivers are likely to be imp$ired -- by alcohol or drugs, with night vision problems, or by fatigue. Here are some tips on night driving. Drive defensively.
Page 174: Night Vision
Night Vision No one can see as well at night as in the daytime. But as we get older these differences increase. A 50-year-old driver may require at least twice as much light to see the same thing at night as a 20-year-old. What you do in the daytime can also affect your night vision.
Page 175: Driving In The Rain
Driving in the Rain Rain and wet roads can mean driving trouble. On a wet road you can’t stop, accelerate or turn as well because your tire-to-road traction isn’t as good as on dry roads. And, if your tires don’t have much tread left, you’ll get even less traction.
Page 176: Some Other Rainy Weather Tips
Driving too fast through large water puddles or even going through some car washes can cause problems, too. The water may affect your brakes. But if you can’t, t r y to slow down before you hit them. Hydroplaning Hydroplaning is dangerous. So much water can build up under your tires that they can actually ride on the water.
Page 177: City Driving
City Driving One of the biggest problems with city streets is the amount of traffic on them. You’ll want to watch out for what the other drivers are doing and pay attention to traffic signals. Here are ways to increase your safety in city driving: Know the best way to get to where you are going.
Page 178: Freeway Driving
Freeway Driving Mile for mile, freeways (also called thruways, parkways, expressways, turnpikes, or superhighways) are the safest of all roads. But they have their own~special rules. The most important advice on freeway driving is: Keep up with traEc and keep to the right. Drive at the same check traffic.
Page 179: Before Leaving On A Long Trip
Of course, you’ll find experienced and able service experts in Oldsmobile retail facilities all across North America. They’ll be ready and willing to help if you need it. proper...
Page 180: Highway Hypnosis
Highway Hypnosis Is there actually such a condition as “highway hypnosis?’’ Or is it just plain falling asleep at the wheel? Call it highway hypnosis, lack of awareness, or whatever. There is something about an easy stretch of road with the same scenery, along with the hum of the tires on the road, the drone of the engine, and the rush of the wind against the vehicle that can make you sleepy.
Page 181 If you drive regularly in steep country, or if you’re planning to visit there, here are some tips that can make your trips safer and more enjoyable. Keep your vehicle in good shape. Check all fluid levels and also the brakes, tires, cooling system and transaxle.
Page 182: Winter Driving
Winter Driving tips Here are some for winter driving: Have your 'Oldsmobile in good shape for winter. Be sure your engine coolant is correct. You may want to put winter emergency supplies in your trunk. 4-24 Include an ice scraper, a small brush or broom, a supply...
Page 183: Driving On Snow Or Ice
Driving on Snow or Ice Most of the time, those places where your tires meet the road probably have good tr.action. However, if there is snow or ice between your tires and the road, you can have a very slippery situation. You’ll have a lot less traction or “grip”...
Page 184: If' You're Caught In A Blizzard
Your anti-lock brakes improve your ability to make a hard stop on a slippery road. Even though you have the anti-lock braking system, you’ll want to begin stopping sooner than you would on pavement. See “Anti-Lock” in the Index. Allow greater following distance on any slippery road.
Page 186: Loading Your Vehicle
Run your engine only as long as you must. This saves fuel. When you run the engine, make it go a little faster than just idle., That is, push the accelerator slightly. This uses less fuel for the heat that you get and it keeps the battery charged.
Page 187 GENERAL MOTORS CORP GAWR FRT DATE GVWR CONFORMS THIS VEHICLE TO ALL APPLI- CABLE U.S. FEDERAL MOTOR SAFETY, BUMPER, AND THEFT PREVENTION STANDARDS IN EFFECT ON THE DATE OF MANUFACTURE SHOWN ABOVE. The other label is the Certification label, found on the rear edge of the driver’s door.
Page 188: Towing A Trailer
Pulling a trailer improperly can damage your vehicle and result in costly repairs not covered by your warranty. To pull a trailer correctly, follow the advice in this part, and see your Oldsmobile retailer for important information about towing a trailer with your vehicle.
Page 189 Your vehicle can tow a trailer if it is equipped with either the 3800 (L36) engine or the optional 3800 Supercharged (L67) engine and proper trailer towing equipment. To identify what the vehicle trailering capacity is for your vehicle, you should read the information in “Weight of the Trailer”...
Page 190: Weight Of The Trailer Tongue
And, it can also depend on any special equipment that you have on your vehicle. You can ask your retailer for our trailering information or advice, or you can write us at: Oldsmobile Customer Assistance Network P.O. Box 30095 Lansing, MI 48909 In Canada, write to:...
Page 191: Total Weight On Your Vehicle's Tires
If you’re using a “dead-weight” hitch, the trailer tongue (A) should weigh 10% of the total loaded trailer weight (B). If you have a “weight-distributing” hitch, the trailer tongue (A) should weigh 12% of the total loaded trailer (B). weight After you’ve loaded your trailer, weigh the trailer and then the tongue, separately, to see if the weights are proper.
Page 192: Safety Chains
Safety Chains You should always attach chains between your vehicle and your trailer. Cross the safety chains under the tongue of the trailer so that the tongue will not drop to the road if it becomes separated from the hitch. Instructions about safety chains may be provided by the hitch manufacturer or by the trailer manufacturer.
Page 193: Following Distance
Following Distance Stay at least twice far behind the vehicle ahead as you would when driving your vehicle without a trailer. can help you avoid situations that require heavy braking and sudden turns. Passing You’ll need more passing distance up ahead when you’re towing a trailer.
Page 194: Turn Signals When Towing A Trailer
Turn Signals When Towing a Trailer When you tow a trailer, your vehicle has to different signal flasher and extra wiring. The green ~ L U I I arrows on your instrument panel will flash whenever you signal turn or lane change. Properly hooked up, the trailer lamps will also flash, telling other drivers you’re about to turn, change lanes or stop.
Page 195: When You Are Ready To Leave After Parking On A Hill
When YOU Are Ready to Leave After Parking on a Hill 1. Apply your regular brakes and hold the pedal down while you: ’. Start your engine; Shift into a gear; and Release the parking brake. 2. Let up on the brake pedal. 3.
Page 196 NOTES 4-38...
Page 197: Section 5 Problems On The Road
Section 5 Problems on the Road Here you’ll find what to do about some problems that can occur on the road. 3azard Warning Flashers Your hazard warning flashers let you warn others. They also let police know you have a problem. rear turn signal lamps will flash on and off.
Page 200 5. Check that the jumper cables don’t have loose or missing insulation. If they do, you could get a shock. The vehicles could be damaged, too. Before you connect the cables, here are some basic things should know. Positive will go to positive negative will go to negative part.
Page 201 6. Connect the red positive cable to the positive 7. Don’t let the other end touch metal. Connect it to the terminal of the vehicle with the dead battery. Use a positive terminal of the good battery. Use a remote positive terminal if the vehicle has one.
Page 202 Attach the cable at least 18 inches (45 cm) away from the dead battery, but not near engine parts that move. The electrical connection is just as good there, but the chance of sparks getting back to the battery is much less.
Page 203: Towing Your Vehicle
Towing Your Vehicle Try to have a GM retailer or a professional towing service tow your Oldsmobile. The usual towing equipment is: A. Sling-type tow truck B. Wheel-lift tow truck C. Car carrier If your vehicle has been changed or modified since it...
Page 204 When your vehicle is being towed, have the ignition off. The steering wheel should be clamped in a straight-ahead position, with a clamping device designed for towing service. Do not use the vehicle’s steering column lock for this. The transaxle should be in NEUTRAL (N) and the parking brake released.
Page 205 Front Towing Hookup Before hooking up to a tow truck, be sure to read all the information on towing your Oldsmobile earlier in this section. Attach T-hook chains into the bottom slots in the cradle behind the front wheels, on both sides.
Page 206: Engine Overheating
Rear Towing Hookup Before hooking up to a tow truck, be sure information on towing your Oldsmobile earlier in this section. 1. Attach T-hook chains on both sides, in the slotted holes in the floor pan support rails, just ahead of the rear wheels.
Page 207: If Steam Is Coming From Your Engine
If Steam Is Coming From Your Engine NOTICE: If your engine catches fire because you keep driving with no coolant, your vehicle can be badly damaged. The costly repairs would not be covered by your warranty. 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.
Page 208: Cooling System
If you get the overheat warning with no sign of steam, try this for a minute or so: 1. Turn off your air conditioner. 2. Turn on your heater to full hot at the highest fan speed and open the window as necessary. 3.
Page 210 How to Add Coolant to the Coolant Recovery Tank If you haven’t found a problem yet, but the coolant level isn’t at FULL COLD, add a 50150 mixture of clean water (preferably distilled) and a proper antifreeze at the coolant recovery tank.
Page 211 When the coolant in the coolant recovery tank is at FULL COLD, start your vehicle. If the overheat warning continues, there’s one more thing you can You can add the proper coolant try. directly to the radiator, but be sure the cooling system is cool before you do it.
Page 212: How To Add Coolant To The Radiator
How to Add Coolant to the Radiator 1. You can remove the radiator pressure cap when the cooling system, including the radiator pressure cap and upper radiator hose, is no longer hot. Turn the pressure cap slowly to the left until it first stops.
Page 213 5. Put the cap back on the coolant recovery tank, but 4. Then fill the coolant recovery tank to the W L L COLD mark. leave the radiator pressure cap off. 5-17...
Page 214 6. Start the engine and let it run until you can feel the upper radiator hose getting hot. Watch out for the engine fans. 7. By this time the coolant level inside the radiator filler neck may be lower. If the level is lower, add more of the proper mix through the filler neck until the level reaches the base of the filler neck.
Page 215: If A Tire Goes Flat
If a Tire Goes Flat It’s unusual for a tire to “blow out” while you’re driving, especially ,if you maintain your tires properly. If air goes out of a tire, it’s much more likely to leak out slowly. warning flashers. But if you should ever have “blowout,”...
Page 216 Open the cover by twisting knob 114 turn counterclockwise. Remove the wheel wrench. jack storage jack...
Page 217 remove the nut.
Page 218 7. If you have an alloy (aluminum) wheel with 'a center cover that conceals the wheel nuts directions will help. a) Insert the flat end of the wheel wrench in the notch and pry off the center cover. Do not drop the cover or lay it face down, as it could be scratched or damaged.
Page 219 9. Attach the wheel wrench to the jack, and rotate the wrench clockwise to raise the jack head a few inches. 10. Near each wheel well is a notch in the frame into which to put the jack head. The front notch is 10 inches back from the front wheel well.
Page 220 Raishg your vehicle with the jack improperly damage the vehicle ur may allow positioned will fall aff the jack. Be sure to the vehide to jack lift head into the proper location before raising your vehicle.
Page 222 17. Tighten the wheel nuts firmly in a crisscross sequence. 18. Store the flat tire as far forward in the trunk as Don’t try to put the wheel cover on the compact spare tire. It won’t fit. Store the wheel cover in the have replaced the compact spare tire with a regular tire.
Page 223: Compact Spare Tire
Compact Spare Tire Although the compact spare was fully inflated when your vehicle was new, it can lose the inflation pressure regularly. It should be 60 psi (420 P a ) . After installing the compact spare on your vehicle, you should stop as soon as possible and make sure your spare tire is correctly inflated.
Page 224: If You're Stuck: In Sand, Mud, Ice Or Snow
You’re Stuck: In Sand, Mud, Ice or Snow What you don’t want to do when your vehicle is stuck is to spin your wheels too fast. The method known as “rocking” can help you get out when you’re stuck, but you must use caution.
Page 226: Doing Your Own Service Work
Doing Your Own Service Work If you want to do some of your own service work, you’ll want to get the proper Oldsmobile Service Manual. It tells you much more about how to service your Oldsmobile than this manual can. To order the proper service manual, see “Service Publications”...
Page 227 Fuel 3800 Series Engine (Code K) 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. (See “Vehicle Identification Number” in the Index Use regular unleaded gasoline rated at 87 octane or higher.
Page 228: Gasolines For Cleaner Air
Gasolines for Cleaner Air Your use of gasoline with deposit control additives will help prevent deposits from forming in your engine and fuel system. That helps keep your engine in tune and your emission control system working properly. It’s good for your vehicle, and you’ll be doing your part for cleaner air.
Page 229 you’re accelerating or driving up a hill. That’s normal and you don’t have to buy a higher octane fuel to get rid of pinging. It’s the heavy, constant knock that means you have a problem. What about gasoline with blending materials that contain oxygen (oxygenates), such as MTBE or alcohol? MTBE is “methyl tertiary-butyl ether.”...
Page 230: Fuels In Foreign Countries
Fuels in Foreign Countries -If you plan on driving in another country outside the X . S . or Canada, unleaded fuel may be hard to find. Do not use leaded gasoline. If you use even one tankful, your emission controls won’t work well or at all. With continuous use, spark plugs can get fouled, the exhaust ,system can corrode, and your engine oil can deteriorate quickly.
Page 232: Checking Things Under The Hood
When you put the cap back on, turn it to the right until you hear at least three clicks. NOTICE: If you need a new cap, be sure to get the right type..Your retailer get one for you. If you get the wrong type, it may not fit or have proper venting, and your fuel tank and emissions system might be damaged.
Page 233 Hood Release To open the hood, first pull the hood release handle inside the vehicle. Then go to the front of the vehicle and pull up on the underhood release. Lift the hood. Before closing the hood, be sure all the filler caps are on properly.
Page 234 3800 Series I1 Engine (L 36 6-10 Code K) When you open the hood, you’ll see: 1. Engine Coolant Recovery Tank 2. Automatic Transaxle Fluid Dipstick 3. Brake Fluid Reservoir 4. Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir 5. Air Cleaner 6. Engine Oil Fill Cap 7.
Page 235 L36 Engine Accessory Belt The L36 engine uses an engine accessory belt. This diagram shows the features connected and the routing. See “Maintenance Schedule” in the Index for when to check the belt. Power Steering Alternator Air Conditioning Crank Coolant Pump Tensioner...
Page 236 3800 Supercharged Engine (L67 (Option) 6-12 Code 1) When you open the hood, you’ll see: 1. Engine Coolant Recovery Tank 2. Automatic Transaxle Fluid Dipstick 3. Power Steering Fluid Reservoir 4. Brake Fluid Reservoir 5. Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir 6. Air Cleaner 7.
Page 237 L67 Engine Accessory Belt The Supercharged 3800 (L67) engine uses two accessory drive belts. One belt drives the generator and the power steering pump. The second belt drives the supercharger, coolant pump and air conditioning compressor. Each belt has its own tensioner and idler pulley.
Page 238: Engine Oil
Engine Oil If the CHECK OIL LEVEL message, OIL LEVEL light, or CHECK OIL light on the instrument panel comes on, it means you need to check your engine oil level right away. For more information, see “Check Oil Message,” “Oil Level Light,”...
Page 239: What Kind Of Oil To Use
To Check Engine Oil Pull out the dipstick and clean it with a paper towel or cloth, then push it back in all the way. Remove it again, keeping the tip down, and check the level. When to Add Oil If the oil is at or below the ADD mark, then you’ll need to add some oil.
Page 240: Engine Oil Additives
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 retailer is ready to advise if you think something should be added.
Page 241: When To Change Engine Oil
When to Change Engine Oil See if any one of these is true for you: to 10 miles (8 to 16 km). Most trips are less than This is particularly important when outside temperatures are below freezing. Most trips include extensive idling (such as frequent driving in stop and go traffic).
Page 242: Air Cleaner
Air Cleaner Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine when to replace the air filter. See “Scheduled Maintenance Services” in the Index. NOTICE: If the air cleaner is off, a backfire can cause a damaging engine fire. And, dirt can easily get into your engine, which will damage it.
Page 243 2. Remove the clamp on the intake hose where the hose attaches to the throttle body near the top engine. Detach the hose from the throttle body, then pull back the rear of the housing cover. 3. Remove the air filter. of the 4.
Page 244: Supercharger Oil
Supercharger Oil Unless you are technically qualified tools, you should let your retailer or center per€orm this maintenance. 6-20 When to Check Check oil level every 30,000 every 36 months. What Und of Oil to Use See “Recommended Fluids and use only How to Check and Add Oil Check oil only when the engine is cold.
Page 245: Automatic Transaxle Fluid
Index. How to Check Because this operation can be a little difficult, you may choose to have this done at your Oldsmobile retailer Service Department. If you do it yourself, be sure to follow all the instructions here, or you could get a false reading on the dipstick.
Page 246 To check the fluid level Park your vehicle on a level place. Keep the running. With the parking brake applied, place the shift lever in PARK (P). With your foot on the brake pedal, move the shift lever through each gear range, pausing for about three seconds in each range.
Page 247: How To Add Fluid
If you have a problem with engine overheating, see “Engine Overheating” in the Index. The proper coolant for your Oldsmobile will: Give freezing protection down to -34°F (-37 “C) Give boiling protection up to 262°F (128 Protect against rust and corrosion.
Page 248: Adding Coolant
NOTICE: If you use an improper coolant mix, your engine could overheat and be badly damaged. The repair cost wouldn’t be covered warranty. Too much water in the mix can freeze and crack the engine, radiator, heater core and other parts. 6-24 Adding Coolant To Check Coolant...
Page 249: Low Coolant
COOLANT If you have the electronic cluster and your coolant level is low, the information center display will show LOW ENGINE COOLANT. If this light comes on, it means you’re low on engine coolant. To Add Coolant you need more coolant, add the proper mix at the coolant recovery tank.
Page 250: Radiator Pressure Cap
Radiator Pressure Cap When you replace your radiatix pressure cap, an AC@ cap is recomended. 'memostat The power steering fluid reservoir on the L67 engine is to the right of supercharger and transaxle fluid dipstick. The power steering-fluid reservoir on the L36 engine is located below the alternator and behind the accessory drive belt.
Page 251: What To Add
How To Check Power Steering Fluid When the engine compartment is cool, 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. The level should be at the FULL COLD mark.
Page 252: Brake Master Cylinder
YOTICE: When using concentrated washer fluid, follow the manufacturer’s instructions for adding water. Don’t mix water with ready-to-use washer fluid. Water can cause the solution to freeze and damage your washer fluid tank and other parts of the washer system. Also, water doesn’t clean as well as washer fluid.
Page 253 the fluid level goes back up. The other reason is that fluid is leaking out of the brake system. If it is, you should have your brake system fixed, since a leak means that sooner or later your brakes won’t work well, or won’t work at all.
Page 254: Brake Wear
Brake Wear 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. The sound may come...
Page 255 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 example, when your brake linings wear down and you...
Page 256: Halogen Bulbs
Halogen Bulbs Headlamp Bulb Replacement 1. Remove the two quarter-turn wing screws from the top of the headlamp housing. Remove the two screws holding the part of the grille covering the headlamps. Be careful not to scratch or bend this portion of the grille.
Page 257 Reverse the procedure to replace the bulb assembly and headlamp housing. Make sure the tabs (A) are locked 4. Twist the bulb assembly 1/6 turn and pull out the into slots (B) before tightening the screws. bulb assembly.
Page 258: Taillamp Bulb Replacement
The Torx@ screws (C) are headlamp aiming screws. not t u r n these screws. Only a qualified service technician using proper equipment should adjust these screws. Taillamp Bulb Replacement For the type of bulb, see the Index under “Replacement Bulbs.”...
Page 259: Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement
Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement Replacement blades come in different types and are removed in different ways. Here’s how to remove the type with a release clip: Pull the windshield wiper arm away from the windshield. Push down on the release clip with pull the blade assembly off the wiper arm.
Page 261: Tire Pressure
Inflation Tire Pressure The Tire-Loading Information label which is on the rear edge of the driver’s door shows the correct inflation pressures for your tires, when they’re cold. “Cold” means your vehicle has been sitting for at least three hours or driven no more than a mile. NOTICE: Don’t let anyone tell you that underinflation or overinflation is all right.
Page 262 rotating your tires, d,way,s use mtation When Correct shown pattern here.
Page 263: Buying New Tires
When it’s Time for New Tires One way to tell when it’s time for new tires is to check the treadwear indicators, which will appear when your tires have only 1/16 inch (1.6 less of tread remaining. You need a new tire You can see the indicators at three or more places around the tire.
Page 264: Uniform Tire Quality Grading
Uniform Tire Quality Grading The following information relates to the system developed by the United States National Highway Traffic Safety Administration which grades tires treadwear, traction and temperature performance. (This applies only to vehicles sold in the United States.) 6-40 Treadwear The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled...
Page 265: Wheel Alignment And Tire Balance
Temperature A, B, C The temperature grades are A (the highest), B, and C , representing the tire’s resistance to the generation of heat and its ability to dissipate heat when tested under controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel.
Page 266: Wheel Replacement
(except some aluminum wheels, which can sometimes be repaired). See your Oldsmobile retailer if any of these conditions exist. Your retailer will know the kind of wheel you need. Each new wheel should have the same load carrying capacity, diameter, width, offset, and be mounted the same way as the one it replaces.
Page 267: Tire Chains
Used Replacement Wheels Tire Chains Use tire chains only where legal and you must. Use only SAE Class that are the proper size for your tires. ZnstaIl them on the front tires and tighten them as tightly as possible with the ends securely fastened.
Page 269 Using Foam-Qpe Cleaner on Fabric Vacuum and brush the area to remove any loose dirt. trim Always clean a whole panel or section. Mask surrounding trim along stitch or welt lines. Mix Multi-Purpose Powdered Cleaner following the directions on the container label. Use suds only and apply with a clean sponge.
Page 270: Cleaning Vinyl
Special Cleaning Problems Greasy or Oily Stains Such as 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. Follow the solvent-type instructions described earlier. Shoe polish, wax crayon, tar and asphalt will stain if left on a vehicle seat fabric.
Page 272: Cleaning The Outside Of The Windshield And Wiper Blades
Finish Care Occasional waxing or mild polishing of your Oldsmobile by hand may be necessary to remove residue from the paint finish. You can get GM approved cleaning products from your retailer. (See “Appearance Care and Materials” in the Index.)
Page 273: Aluminum Wheels (If So Equipped)
Exterior painted surfaces are subject to aging, weather and chemical fallout that can take their toll over a period of years. You can help to keep the paint finish looking new by keeping your Oldsmobile garaged or covered whenever possible. Aluminum Wheels (If So Equipped) Your aluminum wheels have a protective coating similar to the painted surface of your vehicle.
Page 274: Sheet Metal Damage
Although no defect in the paint Oldsmobile will repair, at no charge to the owner, the surfaces of new vehicles damaged by this fallout condition within 12 months or 12,000 miles (20 000 of purchase, whichever comes first.
Page 275: Appearance Care And Maintenance Materials
Appearance Care and Maintenance Materials You can get from your GM Parts Department. these Spray-A-Squeak Silicone Grease Weatherstrips, squeaks Stops See your General Motors Parts Departments for these products. See your Maintenance Schedule for other products. 6-51...
Page 276: Vehicle Identification Number (Vin)
MODEL CODE ’gg5 This is the legal identifier for your Oldsmobile. It appears on a plate in the front corner of the instrument panel, on the driver’s side. You can see it if you look through the windshield from outside your vehicle. The...
Page 277: Fuses And Circuit Breakers
Fuses and Circuit Breakers The wiring circuits in your vehicle are protected from short circuits by a combination of fuses and circuit breakers. This greatly reduces the chance of damage caused by electrical problems. Left Side Fuse Panel The left side fuse panel is located to the left of the steering wheel, under the instrument panel.
Page 278 Circuitry Position Circuit Breaker-Power Windows Not Used Power Seats Not Used Not Used Start-up Signal-Air Bag Spare Not Used Interior Lamps Ignition (Run), Automatic A/C Control, Base Cluster Courtesy Lamps, Power Mirrors Not Used Not Used Cigar Lighter Turn Signal, Back-up Lamps, Cornering Lamps, Brake-Transaxle Shift Interlock Spare Not Used...
Page 279 Right Side Fuse Panel Additional fuses are located in the relay center, on the far right side, below the instrument panel. You must remove the sound insulator on the right side of the passenger foot well to replace these fuses. Replacing these fuses is difficult.
Page 280: Headlamp Wiring
MaxifuseDXelay Center check the fuses in this underhood fuse center, turn the two knobs 114 t u r n counterclockwise and loosen the metal wing nut on the passenger side of the cover. Then remove the cover. The inside of the cover has a chart that explains the features and controls governed by each fuse and relay.
Page 281 CoolingSystem Refrigerant (R=134a), Air Conditioning Not all air conditioning refrigerants are the same. proper refrigerunt is used. I f you ’re not sure, ask your Oldsmobile retailer. For additional information, see your “Warranty and Owner Assistance Information ” ......... . .
Page 282: Engine Specifications
Engine Specifications 3800 Series Engine (L36) ....VIN Engine Code Type ....Displacement .
Page 283 Coulering Lamps (Optional) Front Parking Lamps Front Turn Signal Lamps Halogen Headlamps LowBeam HighBeam Eront Sidemarker Lamps Rear Back-up Lamps License Plate Lamp Center E&-Mounted Stoplight Rear Sidemarker L a p s ....stop/Taillamps RearTumSignal TrunkLamp...
Page 284: Replacement Bulbs
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. If 7065 you’re not sure, ask your Oldsmobile retailer. For additional information, see your “Warranty and Owner Assistance Information” booklet..
Page 285: Your Vehicle And The Environment
',LEVEL AND CHANGE AS RECOMMENDED This section covers the maintenance required for your Oldsmobile. Your vehicle needs these services to retain its safety, dependability and emission control performance. Have you purchased the GM Protection Plan? The Plan supplements your new vehicle warranties. See your Oldsmobile retailer for details.
Page 286: How This Section Is Organized
“Part C: Periodic Maintenance Inspections” explains important inspections that your Oldsmobile retailer’s service department or another qualified service center or another should perform.
Page 287: Using Your Maintenance Schedule
If you questions on how to keep your vehicle in good condition, see your Oldsmobile retailer. This part tells you the maintenance services you should have done and when you should schedule them. If you go to your retailer for your service needs, you’ll know...
Page 288: Maintenance Schedule
Maintenance Schedule Schedule I Definition Follow Maintenance Schedule I if any one of these is true for your vehicle: Most trips are less than 5 to 10 miles (8 to 16 km). This is particularly important when outside temperatures are below freezing. Most trips include extensive idling (such as frequent driving in stop and go traffic).
Page 289 Maintenance Schedule Follow Schedule I1 only if none of the conditions from Schedule I is true. Every 7,500 Miles (12 Engine Oil and Filter Change (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first) Chassis Lubrication (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first) At 7,500 Miles (12 500 km) Then Every 15,000 Miles (25 000 km)
Page 290 Maintenance Schedule I The services shown in this schedule up to 100,000 miles (166 000 k m ) should be performed after 100,000 miles (1 66 000 km) at the same intervals. Footnotes The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency or the California Air Resources Board has determined that the failure to perform this maintenance item will not nullify the emission warranty or limit recall liability prior to the...
Page 291 Maintenance Schedule I 3,000 Miles (5 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Sewice. DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE 6,000 Miles (10 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Sewice.
Page 292 Maintenance Schedule I 9,000 Miles (15 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED 12,000 Miles (20 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first).
Page 293 Maintenance Schedule I 15,000 Miles (25 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. cleaner filter if you are driving Inspect in dusty conditions. Replace filter if necessary. An Emission Control Service. DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE...
Page 294 Maintenance Schedule- 21,000 Miles (35 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. 7-10 24,000 Miles (40 000 k n ) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service.
Page 295 Maintenance Schedule I 27,000 Miles (45 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Sewice. DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE 30,000 Miles (50 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service.
Page 296: Maintenance Schedule I
Maintenance Schedule I 30,000 Miles 000 km) (Continued) condenser, ressure cap and neck. Pressure test the coo ing system and pressure cap. An Emission Control Service. Replace spark plugs. An Emission Control Service. Inspect spark plug wires. An Emission Control Service. Replace air cleaner filter.
Page 297 Maintenance Schedule I 33,000 Miles (55 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED 36,000 Miles (60 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first).
Page 298 Maintenance Schedule I 39,000 Miles (65 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED 7-14 42,000 Miles (70 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first).
Page 299 Maintenance Schedule I 45,000 Miles (75 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Inspect air cleaner filter if you are driving in dusty conditions. Replace filter if necessary. An Emission Control Service. DATE SERVICED ACTUAL MILEAGE 48,000 Miles (80 000 km)
Page 300 Maintenance Schedule I 50,000 Miles (83 000 km) Change automatic transaxle fluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly driven under one more of these conditions: In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90 (32°C) or higher. In hilly or mountainous terrain.
Page 301 Maintenance Schedule I 54,000 Miles (90 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Lubricate the suspension and steering linkage. Lubricate the transaxle shift linkage, parking brake guides and und‘erbody contact points (or every 6 months, whichever occurs first).
Page 302 Maintenance Schedule I 60,000 Miles (100 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Lubricate the suspension and steering linkage. Lubricate the transaxle shift linkage, parking brake guides and underbody contact points (or every 6 months, whichever occurs Inspect engine accessory drive belt (or every 24 months, whichever occurs first).
Page 303 Maintenance Schedule I 63,000 Miles (105 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE 66,000 Miles (110 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service.
Page 304 Maintenance Schedule I 69,000 Miles (115 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE 72,000 Miles (120 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months,. whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service.
Page 305 Maintenance Schedule I...
Page 306 81,000 Miles (135 000 km)' 84,000 Miles (140 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service,...
Page 307 Maintenance Schedule I 87,000 Miles (145 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED 90,000 Miles (150 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Sewice.
Page 308 Maintenance Schedule I 90,000 Miles (150 000 km) (Continued) condenser, ressure cap and neck. Pressure test the coo ng system and pressure cap. An Emission Control Service. Replace spark plugs. An Emission Control Service. Inspect spark plug wires. An Emission Control Service.
Page 309 Maintenance Schedule I 93,000 Miles (155 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. 96,000 Miles (160 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service.
Page 310 Maintenance Schedule I 99,000 Miles (165 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED 100,000 Miles (166 000 km) 'Change automatic transaxle fluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions: In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90...
Page 311: Maintenance Schedule I1
Maintenance Schedule I1...
Page 312 Maintenance Schedule I1 <- - - Change engine oil and filter (or every 9 2 months, whichever occurs first), DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY: DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED...
Page 313 Maintenance Schedule. 11. 22,500 Miles (37 500 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Sewice. Lubricate the suspension and steering linkage. Lubricate the transaxle shift linkage, parkmg brake guides and underbody contact points (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first).
Page 314 Maintenance Schedule I1 30,000 Miles (50 000 km) (Continued) Drain, flush and refill cooling system (or every 24 months, whichever occurs first). See “Engine Coolant” in the Index for what to use. Inspect hoses. Clean radiator, condenser, pressure cap and neck. Pressure test the cooling system and pressure cap.
Page 315 Maintenance Schedule I1 37,500 Miles (62 500 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Lubricate the suspension and steering linkage. Lubricate the transaxle shift linkage, parkmg brake guides and underbody contact points (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first).
Page 317 Maintenance Schedule I1 60,000 Miles (100 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Lubricate the suspension and steering linkage. Lubricate the transaxle shift linkage, parking brake guides and underbody contact points (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first).
Page 318 Maintenance Schedule I1 67,500 Miles (112 500 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Lubricate the suspension and steering linkage. Lubricate the transaxle shift linkage, parking brake guides and underbody contact points (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first).
Page 319 Maintenance Schedule.11 82,500 Miles (137 500 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Lubricate the suspension and steering linkage. Lubricate the transaxle shift linkage, parking brake guides and underbody contact points (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first).
Page 320 Maintenance Schedule I1 90,000 Miles ( I S 0 000 km) (Continued) Drain, flush and refill cooling system (or every 24 months, whichever occurs first). See “Engine Coolant” in the Index for what to use. Inspect hoses. Clean radiator, condenser, pressure cap and neck. Pressure test the cooling system and pressure cap.
Page 321 -Maintenance ‘Schedule I1 97,500 Miles 500 km) (162 Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Lubricate the suspension and steering linkage. Lubricate the transaxle shift linkage, parking brake guides and underbody contact points (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first).
Page 322: At Each Fuel Fill
Part B: Owner Checks and 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. Be sure any necessary repairs are completed at once. Whenever any fluids or lubricants are added to your vehicle, make sure they are the proper ones, as shown in Part D.
Page 323: At Least Once A Year
At Least Once Year Key Lock Cylinders Lubricate the lock cylinders with the lubricant Part D. specified...
Page 325 Parking Brake and Automatic Transaxle Mechanism Check Park on a fairly steep hill, with the vehicle facing PARK (P) downhill. Keeping your foot on the regular brake, set the parking brake. To check the parking brake: With the engine running and transaxle in NEUTRAL (N), slowly remove foot pressure from the regular brake pedal.
Page 326 Part 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 retailer’s service department or other qualified service center do these jobs. Make sure any necessary repairs are completed at once.
Page 327 GM retder. 7-43...
Page 328 USAGE FLUIDLUBRICANT Supercharger Supercharger Oil (GM No. 12345982). See “Supercharger Oil” in the Index. Automatic Engine oil. Transaxle Shift Linkage Floor Shift Engine oil. Linkage Chassis Chassis lubricant (GM Lubrication No. 1052497 or equivalent) or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI Grade 2, Category LB or GC-LB.
Page 329 Part E: Maintenance Record After the scheduled services are performed, record the date, odometer reading and who performed the service in the boxes provided after the maintenance interval. Any additional information from “Owner Checks and Services” or “Periodic Maintenance” can be added on the following record pages.
Page 330 Maintenance Record ODOMETER SERVICED READING DATE MAINTENANCE PERFORMED 7-46...
Page 331: Section 8 Customer Assistance Information
I I I I I Section 8 Customer Assistance Information Here you will find out how to contact Oldsmobile need assistance. This section also tells you how to obtain service publications and how to report any safety defects. This section includes information on: The Customer...
Page 332: Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or Speech Impaired (Tdd)
Vehicle delivery date and present mileage Nature of concern We encourage you to call the toll-free number listed previously in order to give your inquiry prompt attention. However, if you wish to write Oldsmobile, write to: United States Customer Assistance Representative...
Page 333 General Motors reserves the right to change eligibility limitations and/or to discontinue its participation in this program. Both Oldsmobile and your Oldsmobile retailer are committed to making sure you are completely satisfied with your new vehicle. Our experience has shown that,...
Page 334: Reporting Safety Defects To The United States Government
BBB at any time. The BBB will attempt to resolve the complaint serving as an intermediary between you and Oldsmobile. If this mediation is unsuccessful, an informal hearing will be scheduled where eligible customers may present their case to an impartial third-party arbitrator.
Page 335: Reporting Safety Defects To The Canadian Government
In addition to notifying NHTSA (or Transport 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, MI 48909 In Canada, please call us at 1-800-263-3777 (English) or 1-800-263-7854 (French).
Page 336: Oldsmobile Roadside Assistance Program Features And Benefits
Oldsmobile retail facility, 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 337: Service And Owner Publications
Service and Owner Publications Service manuals, service bulletins, owner’s manuals and other service literature are available for purchase for all current and many past model General Motors vehicles. Toll-free telephone numbers for ordering information: United States 1-800-551-4123 Canada 1-800-668-5539 Service Manuals Service manuals contain diagnostic and repair information for all chassis and body systems.
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Page 343 Section 9 Index Accessory Power Outlet Adding Automatic Transaxle Fluid BrakeFluid ....Electrical Equipment Engine Coolant Engine Oil Power Steering Fluid SoundEquipment ......Supercharger Oil .
Page 344 Park (P) Position Reverse(R)Position Second Gear (2) Position ........Shifting .
Page 346 ......city .... D m ~ k e n .........
Page 347 ........Engineoil ........Adding .
Page 348 Headlamp. Wiring Headlamps Headlamps. Bulb Replacement Hearing or Speech Impaired. Customer Assistance High Beam Lamps. How to Change ..... Highway Hypnosis .
Page 349 Engine Coolant Temperature (Electronic Cluster) Engine Coolant Temperature (Std and LSS Clusters) Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Engine0 ....Engine Oil Pressure Warning LowCoolant Low Washer Fluid Warning OilLevelWarning...
Page 350 Odometer (Electronic and LSS Clusters) Odometer (Standard Cluster) Odometer. Tamper Resistant Odometer. Trip (Electronic and LSS Clusters) ....Odometer. Trip (Standard Cluster) Off-Road Recovery Engine Level Warning Light Level Warning Message...
Page 351 Radios A " Stereo A " Stereo Radio. ATC Cassette Tape Player A " Stereo Radio. ATC. Cassette Tape and Compact Disc Player Rain. Driving Reading Lamps Front ........Rear Rear Door Ajar Message Rear Door Security Locks...
Page 352 ....Service Work. Doing Your Own ..Servicing Your Bag-Equipped Oldsmobile ;Sheet Metal Damage Shift Lever. Console .....
Page 353 Tachometer (Engine EPM) Function Tachometer (LSS Cluster) Taillamps. Bulb Replacement Tamper Resistant Odometer TapePlayer TapePlayerCare Temperature Control. Passenger Theft Theftlock Feature Thermostat Third Gear (3) Position Tilt Steering Wheel Time. Setting the Tire Chains Tire Inspection and Rotation TireLoading Tires Alignment and Balance BuyingNew Changing a Flat...
Page 354 ....Turn SignallMultifunction Lever Turn Signals When Towing a Trailer Twilight Sentinel Twilight Sentinel. Light Sensor underbody Maintenance Vehicle Damage Warnings Vehicle Identification Number Vehicle Loading Vehicle Storage .

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