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Page 3 This section tells you when to perform vehicle maintenance and what fluids and lubricants to use. 8- 1 Customer Assistance Information This section tells you how to contact Oldsmobile for assistance and how to get service and owner publications. It also gives you information on “Reporting Safety Defects” on page 8-8. Index Here’s an alphabetical listing of almost every subject in this manual.
Page 4: For Canadian Owners Who Prefer A French Language Manual
For vehicles first sold in Canada, substitute the name “General Motors of Canada Limited” for Oldsmobile Division whenever it appears in this manual. Please keep this manual in your Aurora, so it will be there if you ever need it when you’re on the road.
Page 5: How To Use This Manual
How to Use this Manual Many people read their owner’s manual from beginning to end when they first receive their new vehicle. If you do this, it will help you learn about the features and controls for your vehicle. In this manual, you’ll find that pictures and words work together to explain things quickly.
Page 6: Vehicle Damage Warnings
Vehicle Damage Warnings Also in this book you will find these notices: NOTICE: These mean there is something that could damage your vehicle. In the notice area, we tell you about something that can damage your vehicle. Many times, this damage would not be covered by your warranty, and it could be costly.
Page 7 Vehicle Symbols These are some of the symbols you may find on your vehicle. 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 DOOR LOCK PROTECT...
Page 8 NOTES...
Page 9: Section 1 Seats And Restraint Systems
Section 1 Seats and Restraint Systems Here you’ll find information about the seats in your Aurora and how to use your safety belts properly. You can also learn about some things you should not do with air bags and safety belts. Seats and Seat Controls Safety Belts: They’re for Everyone 1-10...
Page 10: Seats And Seat Controls
Seats and Seat Controls This part tells you about the seats and also about reclining seatbacks and head restraints. Power Seats The power seat controls are located on passenger’s door panels. Horizontal Control (A): Raise the front of the seat by raising the forward edge of the button.
Page 11: Power Lumbar Control
Power Lumbar Control The power lumbar controls are located on the driver’s and passenger’s door panels. The rear lumbar control adjusts upper lumbar support, and the front control adjusts lower lumbar support. Press the front of the switch to increase support. Press the back of the switch to decrease support.
Page 12 The seat and mirror positions will be stored for the number pressed. Repeat the procedure to store another position with the other number if desired. To adjust the seat and mirrors to the stored position, press the number corresponding to the position. The memory function will only work with the gearshift in PARK (P).
Page 13: Reclining Front Seatbacks
Reclining Front Seatbacks The vertical control described previously in this section reclines the front seatbacks. But don’t have a seatback reclined if your vehicle moving. Sitting in a reclined position when your vehicle is in motion can be dangerous. Even if you buckle up, your safety belts can’t do their job when you’re reclined like this.
Page 14: 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. The head restraints tilt forward and rearward also. There are four different positions. Just grasp the top of the restraint and move it forward the way you want it to go until you hear a click.
Page 15: Why Safety Belts Work
Your vehicle has a light that comes on as a reminder to buckle up. (See “Safety Belt Reminder Light” in the Index.) most states and Canadian provinces, the law says to wear safety belts. Here’s why: They work. You never know if you’ll be in crash.
Page 16 Put someone on it. Get it up to speed. Then stop the vehicle. The rider doesn’t stop.
Page 17 The person keeps going until stopped by something. or the instrument panel In a real vehicle, it could be the windshield...
Page 18 or the safety belts! With safety belts, you slow down as the vehicle does. You get more time to stop. You stop over more distance, and your strongest bones take the forces. That’s why safety belts make such good sense. 1-10 Here Are Questions Many People Ask About Safety Belts...
Page 19: How To Wear Safety Belts Properly
If I’m a good driver, and never drive far from home, why should I wear safety belts? You may be an excellent driver, but if you’re in an even one that isn’t your fault -- you and accident your passengers can be hurt. Being a good driver doesn’t protect you from things beyond your control, such as bad drivers.
Page 20 3. Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you. Don’t let it get twisted. 4. Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks. Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure. If the belt isn’t long enough, see “Safety Belt Extender”...
Page 21 Shoulder Belt Tightness Adjustment Your car has a shoulder belt tightness adjustment feature. If the shoulder belt seems too tight, adjust it before you begin to drive. 1. Sit well back in the seat. 2. Start pulling the shoulder belt out. 3.
Page 22 What's wrong with this? The shoulder belt is too loose. It won't give nearly as much protection this way. 1-14 You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt is too loose. In a crash, you would move forward too much, which could increase injury. The shoulder belt should fit against your body.
Page 23 What’s wrong with this? CAUTLN: You can be seriously injured if your belt is buckled in the wrong place like this. In crash, the belt would go up over your abdomen. The belt forces would be there, not the pelvic bones.
Page 24 What's wrong with this? The shoulder belt is worn under the arm. It should be worn over the shoulder at all times. 1-16 You can be seriously injured if you wear the shoulder belt under your arm. In body would move too far forward, which would increase the chance of head and neck injury.
Page 25 What’s wrong with this? The belt is twisted across the body. You can be seriously injured by a twisted belt. In a crash, you wouldn’t have the full width of the belt to spread impact forces. If a belt is twisted, make it straight so it can work properly, or ask your retailer to...
Page 26: Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy
To unlatch the belt, just push the button on the buckle. The belt should go back out of the way. Before you close the door, be sure the belt is out of the way. If you slam the door on it, you can damage both the belt and your vehicle.
Page 27: Right Front Passenger Position
The best way to protect the fetus is to protect the mother. When a safety belt is worn properly, it’s more likely that the fetus won’t be hurt in a crash. For pregnant women, as for anyone, the key to making safety belts effective is wearing them properly.
Page 28 CAUTION: Air bags inflate with great force, faster than the blink of an eye. If you’re too close to an inflating bag, it could seriously injure you. Safety belts help keep you in position before and during a crash. Always wear your safety belt, even with air bags.
Page 29: How The Air Bag System Works
How the Air Bag System Works Where are the air bags? 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. 1-21...
Page 30 If something is between an occupant and an air bag, the bag may not inflate properly or it might force the object into that person. The path of an air bag inflating must be kept clear. Don’t put anything between an occupant and an air bag, and don’t attach or put anything on the steering wheel hub or on or near any other 1-22...
Page 31 What makes an air bag inflate? In an impact of sufficient severity, the air bag sensing system detects that the vehicle is in a crash. The sensing system triggers a release of gas from the inflator, which inflates the air bag. The inflator, air bag and related hardware are all part of the air bag modules inside the steering wheel and in the instrument panel in front right front passenger.
Page 32 many crashes severe enough windshields are broken by vehicle deformation. Additional windshield breakage may also occur from the right front passenger air bag. Air bags are designed to inflate only once. After they inflate, you’ll need some new parts for your air bag system.
Page 33: Rear Seat Outside Passenger Positions
Servicing Your Air Bag-Equipped Aurora Air bags affect how your Aurora should be serviced. There are parts of the air bag system in several places around your vehicle. You don’t want the system to inflate while someone is working on your vehicle. Your Aurora retailer and the Aurora Service Manual have information about servicing your vehicle and the air bag system.
Page 34 1. Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you. If the belt stops before it reaches the buckle, tilt the latch plate and keep pulling until you can buckle it. Don’t let it get twisted. Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure. 2.
Page 35 3. To make the lap part tight, pull down on the buckle end of the belt as you pull up on the shoulder part. The lap part of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips, just touching the thighs. In a crash, this applies force to the strong pelvic bones.
Page 36 The safety belt locks sudden stop or there's crash. You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt is too loose. In a crash, you would move forward too much, which could increase injury. The shoulder belt should fit against your body. To unlatch the belt, just push the button on the buckle.
Page 37: 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 safety belt comfort for children who have outgrown child restraints and for small adults. When installed on a shoulder belt, the comfort guide pulls the belt from the neck and head.
Page 38 2. Slide the guide under and past the belt. The elastic 3. Be sure that the belt is not twisted and it lies flat. cord must be under the belt. Then, place the guide The elastic cord must be under the belt and the guide on top.
Page 39: Center Passenger Position
4. Buckle, position and release the safety belt as described in “Rear Seat Outside Passenger Positions” earlier in this section. Make sure that the shoulder belt crosses the shoulder. To remove and store the comfort guides, squeeze the belt edges together so that you can take them out from the guides.
Page 40 When you sit in the center seating position, you have a lap safety belt, which has no retractor. To make the belt longer, tilt the latch plate and pull it along the belt. 1-32 To make the belt shorter, pull its free the belt is snug.
Page 41: Smaller Children And Babies
Children Everyone in a vehicle needs protection! That includes and all infants children smaller than adult size. the law in every state in the United States Canadian province says children up restrained while in a vehicle. Smaller Children and Babies fact, and in every to some...
Page 42 L?! , CAUTION: Never hold a baby in your arms while riding in a vehicle. A baby doesn’t weigh much crash. During a crash a baby will become so heavy you can’t hold it. For example, in a crash CAUTION: (Continued) at only will suddenly become your arms.
Page 43: Child Restraints
Child Restraints Be sure the child restraint is designed to be used in a vehicle. If it is, it will have a label saying that it meets Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards. Then follow the instructions for the restraint. You may find these instructions on the restraint itself or in a booklet, or both.
Page 44: Top Strap
Top Strap 1-36 If your child restraint has a top strap, it should be anchored. If you need to have an anchor installed, you can ask your Aurora retailer put it want to install an anchor yourself, your retailer can tell you how to do it.
Page 45: Securing A Child Restraint In A Rear Outside Seat Position
Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Outside Seat Position You’ll be using the lap-shoulder belt. See the earlier part about the top strap if the child restraint has one. 1. Put the restraint on the seat. Follow the instructions for the child restraint.
Page 46 5. Buckle the belt. Make sure the release button is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to. 1-38 6. To tighten the belt, pull up on the shoulder belt while you push down on the child restraint.
Page 47: Securing A Child Restraint In The Center Rear Seat Position
Securing a Child Restraint in the Center Rear Seat Position You’ll be using the lap belt. See the earlier part about the top strap restraint has one. if the child Make the belt as long as possible by tilting the latch plate and pulling it along the belt.
Page 48 5 . Buckle the belt, Make sure the release button positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to. 1-40 6. To tighten the belt, pull its free end while you push down on the child restraint.
Page 49: Securing A Child Restraint In The Right Front Seat Position
Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position Your vehicle has a right front passenger air bag. Never. put a rear-facing child restraint in this seat. Here’s why: CAUTIOwT: A child in a rear-facing child restraint can be seriously injured if the right front passenger’s air bag inflates.
Page 50 6. Pull the rest of the lap belt all the way out of the Buckle the belt. Make sure the release button is retractor to set the lock. positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to. 1-42...
Page 51: Larger Children
7. To tighten the belt, feed the lap belt back into the retractor while you push down on the child restraint. 8. Push and 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 52 Accident statistics show that children rear are restrained in the seat. But they need to use the safety belts properly. Children who aren’t buckled up can be thrown out in a crash. Children who aren’t buckled up can strike other people who are.
Page 53 Never do this. Here a child is sitting in seat that has a lap-shoulder belt, but the shoulder part the child. If the child wears the belt in this way, in a crash the child might slide under the belt. The belt’s force would then be applied right on the child’s abdomen.
Page 54: Safety Belt Extender
Safety Belt Extender If the vehicle’s safety belt will fasten around you, you should 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, so the extender will be long enough for you.
Page 55: Replacing Restraint System Parts After A Crash
Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash If you’ve had a crash, do you need new belts? After a very minor collision, nothing may be necessary. But if the belts were stretched, as they would be if during a more severe crash, then you need new belts. If you ever see a label on the driver’s or the right front passenger’s safety belt that says to replace the belt, be sure to do so.
Page 56 NOTES...
Page 57: Section 2 Features And Controls
Section 2 Features and Controls Here you can learn about the many standard and optional features on your Aurora, and information on starting, shifting and braking. Also explained working properly and what to do if you have a problem. Keys Door Locks Remote Lock Control 2- 15...
Page 58 Keys CAUTION: Leaving young children in a vehicle with the ignition key is dangerous for many reasons. A child or others could be badly injured or even killed. They could operate power windows or other controls or even make the vehicle move. Don’t leave the keys in a vehicle with young children.
Page 59 The ignition keys are for the When a new Aurora is delivered, the retailer removes ignition only. 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, there will be a bar-coded key tag instead.
Page 60: Door Locks
Door Locks Unlocked doors can be dangerous. Passengers especially children open the doors and fall out. When a door is locked, the inside handle won’t open it. Outsiders can easily enter through an unlocked door when you slow down stop your vehicle. This may not be so obvious: You increase the chance of being thrown out of the vehicle in a crash if the doors aren’t locked.
Page 61: Door Ajar Reminder
-ewer Door Locks With power door locks, you can lock or unlock all doors of your vehicle from the driver or front passenger door lock switch, Door Ajar Reminder If a door is not fully closed when the transaxle is in gear, a chime will sound and the Driver Information Center (DIC) will display one of these messages: DRIVER DOOR AJAR...
Page 62 Customizing Your Automatic Door Locks Feature You can program the automatic door locks feature to change the following modes: Mode Operation No automatic door lock or unlock. All doors automatically lock when shifted out of PARK (P). No automatic door unlock. All doors automatically lock when shifted out of PARK (P).
Page 63: Rear Door Security Locks
Rear Door Security Locks Your Aurora is equipped with rear door security locks from that help prevent passengers of your vehicle from the inside. To Use One of These Locks 1. Open one of the rear doors. Move the lever on the door all the way up to the ENGAGED position.
Page 64: Remote Lock Control
To Cancel the Rear Door Lock 1. Unlock the door from the inside and open the door from the outside. 2. Move the lever all the way down. 3. Do the same for the other rear door. The rear door locks will now work normally. Anti-Lockout Feature The power door locks will not work if the key is left in the ignition with the driver’s door open.
Page 65: Operation
Changes or modifications to this system by other than an authorized service facility could void authorization to use this equipment. 3 feet (1 m) up to 30 feet This system has a range of about (9 m). At times you may notice a decrease in range. This is normal for any remote lock control system.
Page 66 Security Feedback This Personalization feature provides feedback to the driver when the vehicle receives a command from the key transmitter. The following modes may be selected: Mode Security Feedback No transmitter response when locking or unlocking vehicle. transmitter response when locking;...
Page 67 Personalization Features The following list of features that are available on your Aurora can be programmed to the driver’s preference for driver’s seat and outside mirrors to a set memory each of the key transmitters. Memory Door Locks: This feature programs your door locks to automatically lock or unlock when shifting in and out of PARK (P).
Page 68 If you prefer to program the exit seat position, which moves the seat completely down and back, follow these steps: 1. Press the SET button on the driver’s door panel. You will hear one beep. 2. Press one of the memory buttons on the driver’s door panel.
Page 69: Matching Transmitter(S) To Your Vehicle
Matching Transmitter(s) To Your Vehicle Each key chain transmitter is coded to prevent another transmitter from unlocking your vehicle. If a transmitter is lost or stolen, a replacement can be purchased through your retailer. Remember to bring any remaining transmitters with you when you go to your retailer. When the retailer matches the replacement transmitter to your vehicle, any remaining transmitters must also be matched.
Page 70 NOTICE: When replacing the battery, use care not to touch any of the circuitry. Static from your body transferred to these surfaces may damage the transmitter. 2-14 To replace the battery: 1. Insert a coin into-the notch near the keyring. coin counterclockwise to separate the two halves of the transmitter.
Page 71: Trunk Lock Release
Trunk Trunk Lock Release To unlock the trunk from the outside, insert the door key and turn it. Remote Trunk Release Press the TRUNK release button located to the right of the steering column to release the trunk lid. The trunk release override switch must be in the on position.
Page 72: Key In The Ignition
It can be dangerous to drive with the trunk open because carbon monoxide (CO) gas can come into your vehicle. can’t see or smell It can cause unconsciousness and you must drive with the trunk lid open or if electrical wiring or other cable connections must pass through the seal between the trunk lid: Make sure all windows are shut.
Page 73: Parking Lots
Parking Lots park in a lot where someone will be watching your vehicle, it’s best to lock it 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, like your trunk or glove box.
Page 74: Testing The Alarm
door the trunk is opened without the key or Remote Lock Control System, the alarm will go off. It will also go off if the trunk lock damaged. Your vehicle’s lamps will flash and the horn will sound for several minutes, then will go off to save battery power.
Page 75 P A S S - K ~ ~ ~ Your vehicle is equipped with the PASS-Key I1 (Personalized Automotive Security System) theft-deterrent system. PASS-Key I1 is a passive theft-deterrent system. It works when you insert or remove the key from the ignition.
Page 76 or a See your Aurora retailer locksmith who can service the PASS-Key I1 to have a new key made. If you’re ever driving and the SECURITY light comes on or PASS-KEY SYSTEM FAULT appears, you will be able to restart your engine if you turn it off. Your PASS-Key I1 system, however, is not working properly and must be serviced by your Aurora retailer.
Page 77: Ignition Positions
Ignition Positions With the ignition key in the ignition switch, you can turn the switch to five positions: ACCESSORY (A): In this position you can operate your electrical power accessories. Press in the ignition switch as you turn the top of it toward you. LOCK (B): This is the only position in which you can remove the key.
Page 78: Starting Your Engine
NOTICE: If your key seems stuck in LOCK and you can’t turn it, be sure you are using the correct key; so, is it the way in? If it is, then turn the steering wheel left and right while you turn the key hard.
Page 79 NOTICE: your Holding key in START for longer than seconds at time will cause your battery to be drained much sooner. And the excessive heat can damage your starter motor. 2. If it doesn’t start right away, hold your key in START for about three seconds at a time until your engine starts.
Page 80: Engine Coolant Heater (Option)
Engine Coolant Heater (Option) In very cold weather, 0 “F C) or colder, the engine coolant heater can help. You’ll get easier starting and better fuel economy during engine warm-up. Usually, the coolant heater should be plugged in a minimum of four hours prior to starting your vehicle.
Page 81: Automatic Transaxle Operation
Automatic Transaxle Operation There are several different positions for your shift lever. PARK (P): This locks your front wheels. It’s the best position to use when you start your engine because your vehicle can’t move easily. ‘ CAUTION: It is dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in PARK parking brake firmly set.
Page 82 Ensure the shift lever is fully the PARK (P) range before starting the engine. Your Aurora has a brake-transaxle shift interlock. You have to fully apply your regular brakes before you can shift from PARK (P) when the ignition key is in RUN. If you cannot shift out of PARK (P), ease pressure on the shift lever -- push the shift lever all the way into PARK (P) and also release the shift lever button on floor shift console models as...
Page 83 ( a ) : AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE normal driving. If you need more power for passing, and you’re: Going less than approximately push your accelerator pedal about halfway down. Going about 35 mph km/h) accelerator all the way down. You’ll shift down to the next gear and have more power. THIRD (3): This position is also used for normal driving, however, it offers more power and lower fuel economy than AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE...
Page 84: Parking Brake
Selectable Shift change from a normal driving mode This button lets to a power mode. For general driving conditions, use the normal mode. Press the button on your shift lever so that it’s either in the NORMAL or POWER position. When it’s in the NORMAL position, the line on the button will be showing.
Page 85: Shifting Into Park (P)
If you try to drive with the parking brake on, the parkin brake indicator light stays on. The PARK BRAKE SET message will appear in the Driver Information Center, and a chime will sound until you release the parking brake or recycle the ignition. NOTICE: Driving with the parking brake on can cause your rear brakes to overheat.
Page 86: Leaving Your Vehicle With The Engine Running
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. 3. Move the ignition key to LOCK. 4. Remove the key and take it with you. If you can leave your vehicle with the ignition key in your hand, your vehicle is in PARK (P).
Page 87: Torque Lock
Torque Lock If you are parking on hill and you don’t shift your transaxle into PARK (P) properly, the weight of the vehicle may put too much force on the parking pawl in the transaxle. You may find it difficult to pull the shift lever out of PARK (P).
Page 88: Parking Over Things That Burn
Parking Over Things That Burn Things that can burn could touch hot exhaust your parts under vehicle and ignite. Don’t park over papers, leaves, dry grass can burn. 2-32 Engine Exhaust Engine exhaust can kill. It contains the gas carbon monoxide smell.
Page 89: Running Your Engine While You're Parked
Running Your Engine While You’re Parked It’s better not to park with the engine running. But if you ever have to, here are some things to know. CAUTION: Idling the engine with the climate control off could allow dangerous exhaust into your vehicle (see the earlier Caution under “Engine Exhaust”).
Page 90: Power Windows
Windows Power Windows Switches on the driver’s armrest control each of the windows while the ignition is on or Retained Accessory Power is active. In addition, each passenger’s door armrest has a switch for its own window. 2-34 Express-Down Window The switch for the driver’s window has an express-down feature.
Page 91: Tilt Wheel
Tilt Wheel 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 toward you.
Page 92: Turn And Lane-Change Signals
Turn and Lane Change Signals The turn signal has two upward (for right) and two downward (for left) positions. These positions allow you to signal a turn or a lane change. To signal a move the lever all the way up or down. t u m , When the turn...
Page 93: Lamps On Reminder
Turn Signal On Chime If your turn signal is left on for more than 3/4 of a mile (1.2 a chime will sound. To turn km), move the turn signal lever to the off position. Headlamps Turn the band to this symbol to turn on: Parking Lamps Sidemarker Lamps Taillamps...
Page 94: Flash-To-Pass
Headlamp High/Low Beam To change the headlamps 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 light on the instrument panel also will be on.
Page 95: Windshield Wipers
Windshield Wipers The lever on the right side of your steering column controls your windshield wipers. For a single wiping cycle, move the lever up to MIST. Hold it there until the wipers start, then let go. The wipers will stop after one cycle. If you want more cycles, hold the lever to MIST longer.
Page 96: Windshield Washer
Windshield Washer lever on the right side of your steering column also controls your windshield washer. on the windshield, pull the lever toward you. The wipers will clear the window and then either stop or return to your preset speed. For more washer cycles, pull and hold the lever.
Page 97 If your vehicle is in cruise control when the traction control system begins to limit wheel spin, the cruise control will automatically disengage. (See “Traction Control System” in the Index.) When road conditions allow you to safely use it again, you may turn the cruise control back on.
Page 98 3. Push in the button at the end of the lever and release it. The CRUISE light on the instrument panel will come on. 4. Take your foot off the accelerator pedal. 2-42 Resuming a Set Speed Setting the cruise control at a desired applying the brake will end the cruise control function.
Page 99 Increasing Speed While Using Cruise Control There are two ways to go to a higher speed. Use the accelerator pedal to go to a higher speed. Push the button at the end of the lever, then release the button and the accelerator pedal. You’ll now cruise at the higher speed.
Page 100: Daytime Running Lamps
Lamps Headlamps See “Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever” in the Index. Daytime Running Lamps Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) can make it easier for others to see the front of your vehicle during the day. DRL can be helpful in many different driving conditions, but they can be especially helpful in the short periods after dawn and before sunset.
Page 101: Fog Lamps
Fog Lamps To turn on the fog lamps, first turn on the parking lamps or headlamps. Then press the fog lamp switch located on the left side of the instrument panel. A light will glow on the switch when the switch is on.
Page 102: Twilight Sentinel
Twilight Sentinel Twilight sentinel headlamps, taillamps and TWILIGHTSENTINEL parking lamps on and off by sensing how dark it is outside. operate it, leave the headlamp switch off and move the twilight sentinel control toward MAX. The control is located to the left of the steering column. If you move the control all the way to MAX, your lamps will remain on for three minutes after you turn off your engine.
Page 103 Time Out Feature The interior lamps will automatically shut off after 10 minutes if a door is left open. This feature is designed to help eliminate battery wear down. Courtesy Lamps When any door is opened, several lamps go on. They make it easy for you to enter and leave the car.
Page 104: Illuminated Entry
Illuminated Entry Press the UNLOCK button on the key chain transmitter and the interior courtesy lamps will come on and stay on for up to minute. The lamps will turn off immediately by pressing the LOCK button on the key chain transmitter, starting the ignition or activating the power door locks.
Page 105: Front Reading Lamps
To turn the feature on: Press and hold the door lock switch throughout this procedure. All doors will lock. Press the instant alarm button on the key chain transmitter. Perimeter lighting remains off at this time and the horn will chirp one time. Press the instant alarm button on the transmitter again.
Page 106: Rear Reading Lamps
Rear Reading Lamps These lamps go on when you open the doors. You can also turn them on by pressing the button to the side of the lamp. Press it again to turn them off. Trunk Lamp When you open the trunk to its full open position, a lamp will come on inside the trunk.
Page 107 Setting the Mirror OFF: This setting turns off the day/night function and compass. The mirror will stay in the day mode. M: This turns on the day/night portion of the mirror to automatically reduce glare. C/M: This setting turns on the compass in addition to the day/night function.
Page 108 Compass Calibration Once the compass is calibrated, it does not need to be recalibrated 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 109 Hold in the CAL switch (on the bottom of the mirror housing) for five seconds until the current zone entry number appears on the display. To hold in the CAL switch, insert a paper clip into the small hole bottom of the mirror housing. Repeatedly press the CAL switch until the number for the new zone entry is displayed.
Page 110: Convex Outside Mirror
Convex Outside Mirror Your passenger’s side mirror is convex. mirror’s surface is curved so you can see more from the driver’s seat. A convex mirror can make things (like other vehicles) look farther away than they really are. If you cut too sharply into the right lane, you could hit vehicle on your right.
Page 111 Front Storage Armrest The front armrest opens into a storage area. To open it, lift the front edge. Inside you will find storage for cassettes, compact discs and coins. In front of the storage area is a cupholder. Press and release the cupholder cover to open.
Page 112: Convenience Net
Convenience Net Your vehicle has a convenience net just inside the back wall of the trunk. Put small loads, like grocery bags, behind the net. It can help keep them from falling over during sharp turns or quick starts and stops. The net isn’t for larger, heavier loads.
Page 113: Ashtrays And Cigarette Lighter
Ashtrays and Cigarette Lighter Push and release the cover to reveal the front ashtray, lighter and accessory power outlet. NOTICE: Don’t put papers and other things that burn into your ashtrays. If you do, cigarettes or other smoking materials could set them on fire, causing damage.
Page 114: Sun Visors
Sun Visors To block out glare, you can swing down the visors. You can also remove them from the center mount and swing them to the side, while the auxiliary visor remains to block glare from the front. To extend the visor at the sides, pull out the extension. 2-58 Illuminated Visor Vanity Mirrors When you open the cover to the driver or passenger side...
Page 115: Cellular Telephone (Option)
Cellular Telephone (Option) your vehicle is equipped with the cellular telephone readiness package, your Aurora has been pre-wired for installation of a cellular telephone. If you choose to install cellular telephone, contact your Aurora retailer. Accessory Power Outlet The power outlet inside the front ashtray can be used to plug in electrical equipment such as a cellular telephone, CB radio, etc.
Page 116: Sunroof (Option)
Sunroof (Option) Your express-open sunroof provides an to your vehiclek interior and can also increase ventilation. If you It includes a sliding glass panel and a sliding sunshade. The control switch will work when the ignition is on, or when Retained Accessory Power 2-60 To open the sunroof, press the control switch rearward and release it...
Page 117: Universal Transmitter
Universal Transmitter This transmitter allows you to consolidate the functions of up to three individual hand-held transmitters. It will operate garage doors and gates, or other devices controlled by radio frequency such as home and office lighting systems. The transmitter will learn and transmit the frequencies of most current transmitters and is powered by your vehicle’s battery and charging system.
Page 118: Operating The Transmitter
Your vehicle’s engine should be turned off while programming your transmitter. Follow these steps to program up to three channels: If you have not previously programmed a universal transmitter channel, proceed to Step 2. Otherwise, hold down the two outside buttons on the universal transmitter until the red light begins to flash rapidly (approximately 20 seconds).
Page 119: Erasing Channels
Training a Garage Door Opener Equipped with “Rolling Codes” If you programmed the universal transmitter, but the garage door will not open, and if your garage door opener was manufactured after 1995, your garage door may have a security feature that changes the “code” of your garage door opener every time it is opened or closed.
Page 120: Instrument Panel
Instrument Panel...
Page 121 The Aurora 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. The main components of your instrument panel are: 1.
Page 122: Instrument Panel Cluster
Instrument Panel Cluster Your Aurora is equipped with this instrument panel cluster, which includes indicator warning lights and gages that explained on the following pages. 2-66...
Page 123: Odometer And Trip Odometer
SDeedometer Your speedometer lets you see your speed in both miles per hour (mph) and kilometers per hour (km/h). Odometer and 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).
Page 124: Warning Lights, Gages And Indicators
Tachometer The tachometer displays the engine speed in revolutions per minute (rpm). If your engine speed equals or exceeds the safe limit for operation, the message HOT REDUCE ENGINE RPM is displayed on the information center. NOTICE: Do not operate the engine with the tachometer in the red area, or when the message HOT.
Page 125: Safety Belt Reminder Light
Your vehicle may also have a driver information system that works along with the warning lights and gages. See “Driver Information Center” in the Index. 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.
Page 126: Battery Warning Light
Battery Warning Light This light will come on briefly when you start the vehicle, as a check to show you it is working, then it should go out. If it stays on, or comes on while you are VOLTS driving, you may have a problem with the electrical charging system.
Page 127 If the light and chime come on while you are driving, pull off the road and stop carefully. You may notice that the pedal is harder to push. Or, the pedal may go closer to the floor. It may take longer to stop. If the light is still on, have the vehicle towed for service.
Page 128: Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light
Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light With the anti-lock brake system, this light will come ( e ) on when you start your engine and may stay on for several seconds. ANT‘- That’s normal. LOCK If the light stays on, t u r n the ignition to light comes on when you’re driving, stop as soon as possible and t u r n...
Page 129: Traction Control System Active Light
The traction control system warning light may come on for the following reasons: If you turn the system off by pressing the TRACTION CONTROL button located on the center console, the warning light will come on and stay on. To turn the system back on, press the button again.
Page 130: Engine Coolant Temperature Gage
Engine Coolant Temperature Gage This gage shows the engine coolant temperature. If the gage pointer moves into the red warning zone, your engine is hot. To prevent engine overheating, the air conditioning compressor will turn off automatically, a fast-pulsed chime will sound, and the message ENGINE HOT.
Page 131: Service Engine Soon
Malfunction Indicator Lamp (Service Engine Soon Light) Your Aurora is equipped with a computer which monitors operation of the fuel, ignition and emission control systems. SERVICE ENGINE SOON This system is called OBD I1 (On-Board Diagnostics-Second Generation) and is intended to assure that emissions are at acceptable levels for the life of the vehicle, helping to produce a cleaner environment.
Page 132 the Light Flashing The following may prevent more serious damage to your vehicle: Reducing vehicle speed. Avoiding hard accelerations. Avoiding steep uphill grades. If you are towing a trailer, reduce the amount of cargo being hauled as soon as it is possible. If the light stops flashing and remains on steady, see “If the Light Is On Steady”...
Page 133: Oil Pressure Warning Light
Have you recently changed brands of fuel? If so, be sure to fuel your vehicle with quality fuel (see “Fuel” in the Index). Poor fuel quality will cause your engine not to run as efficiently as designed. You may notice this as stalling after start-up, stalling when you put the vehicle into gear, misfiring, hesitation on acceleration or stumbling on acceleration.
Page 134 The oil light could also come on in three other situations: When the ignition is on but the engine 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 135 Fuel Gage When the ignition is on, your fuel gage tells you about how much fuel you have left. When you have less than 3.0 gallons (1 It .3 L) of fuel remaining, the message LOW FUEL will be displayed and a chime will sound.
Page 136: Driver Information Center
Driver Information Center The Driver Information Center (DIC) displays information in either English or metric. When the system is or off, push the OFF button down for two seconds to change the display between English and metric. This will also change the digital screen for the climate control system between English and metric.
Page 137: Fuel Economy
Fuel Economy The ECON button displays average fuel economy and instantaneous fuel economy calculated for your specific driving conditions. Press ECON to display average fuel economy, such as: 25.2 AVG MI/GAL or 9.3 AVG L/lOO KM Press ECON again to display instantaneous fuel economy, such as: 28 INST MI/GAL or 8.4 INST L/lOO KM Press again to return to average fuel economy.
Page 138 Fuel Range RANGE calculates the remaining distance you can drive without refueling. It’s based on fuel economy and the fuel remaining in the tank. The display will show a reading such as: FUEL RANGE 235 MI or FUEL RANGE 378 KM If the range is less than SO miles (80 km), the display will read LOW FUEL RANGE.
Page 139 When the remaining oil life or transaxle fluid life is low, the system will alert you with a message: CHANGE OIL SOON or CHANGE TRNS FLUID SOON When the oil or transaxle fluid life is down to zero, you will receive the message: CHANGE OIL NOW or CHANGE TRNS FLUID NOW To reset the OIL LIFE reminder after an oil change or...
Page 140: Distance To Destination
Distance to Destination This feature acts as a reverse trip odometer by counting backward from an estimated distance which you enter before starting your trip. It also uses that information to determine the estimated time of arrival. To set, press DEST, then RESET and enter a maximum of four digits for the length of your trip.
Page 141: Elapsed Time (Et)
Elapsed Time (ET) When the ignition is on, the DIC can be used as a stopwatch. The display will show hours and minutes. The elapsed time indicator will record up to 100 hours, then it will reset to zero and continue counting. Press ET, and the display will show the amount of time that has elapsed since the elapsed time indicator reset (not including time the ignition is off), such as:...
Page 142 RECALL When you press the RCL button, the system scrolls through any currently active warning messages, then returns to the mode the system was in before you pressed RCL. 2-86 If no warning messages exist, MONITORED SYSTEMS OK will be displayed.
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Page 145: 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 and audio systems offered with your Aurora. Be sure to read about the particular systems supplied with your vehicle. Comfort Controls Automatic Electronic Climate Control Air Conditioning 3 -7...
Page 146: Comfort Controls
Comfort Controls This section tells you how to operate your climate control system. Your climate control system uses ozone-friendly R- 134a refrigerant. Automatic Electronic Climate Control Your Aurora is equipped with a Dual Zone Automatic Electronic Climate Control System. You can use the automatic setting or override the automatic setting by using the manual controls.
Page 147 Temperature Buttons To adjust the comfort level you want maintained inside the vehicle, use the red and blue buttons located below the digital display. If you want a warmer comfort level, push the red button. If you want a cooler comfort level, push the blue button.
Page 148 Automatic Operation Press the AUTO-PUSH knob when you want the system to automatically adjust the interior temperature to your preference. When the system is set for automatic operation, air will come from the floor, upper or the windshield outlets depending on the temperature inside the vehicle, the outside temperature and the sun load.
Page 149 Manual Operation You may override the automatic airflow distribution by rotating the AUTO-PUSH knob. After you rotate this knob, the comfort setting will be displayed for five seconds, then the outside temperature will be displayed. The fan control will remain in the automatic control mode unless you rotate the AUTO FAN knob to select a manual fan speed.
Page 150: Air Conditioning
Operating the RECIRC mode in cold temperatures or under high humidity conditions may cause moisture to form on the inside of the windshield. If this condition occurs, deselect the RECIRC button. A/C ON: Press this button to turn the air conditioning on and off.
Page 151: Ventilation System
Heating In cold weather, if the automatic mode is selected (AUTO-PUSH knob indicator light is on), the system will automatically direct the airflow out of the lower floor outlets and the temperature door will be positioned at the full hot position. You can choose the extreme comfort setting of 90°F (32°C) but the system will not warm up any faster by selecting the extreme comfort setting.
Page 152 Rotate the control between the rear outlets up to direct air through the upper outlets. Rotate the control down to direct air through the lower outlets. Adjust the direction of airflow from side to side with the controls in each outlet. Ventilation Tips Keep the hood and front air inlet area between the base of the windshield and the hood free of ice,...
Page 153: Defogging And Defrosting
Defogging and Defrosting On cool, humid days use the defog setting to keep the windows clear while also providing heat through the lower outlets. Press DEF to quickly remove fog or ice from the windshield. Rear Window Defogger / / I this button to warm the defogger grid on the rear window.
Page 154: Passenger Temperature Control
NOTICE: Don’t use a razor blade or something else sharp on the inside of the rear window. If you do, you could cut or damage the warming grid, and the repairs wouldn’t be covered by your warranty. Passenger Temperature Control With this feature, the right front seat passenger can control the comfort setting...
Page 155: Audio Systems
Audio Systems Your Delco@ audio system has been designed to operate easily and give years of listening pleasure. You will get the most enjoyment out of it if you acquaint yourself with it first. Find out what your Delco system can do and how to operate all its controls, to be sure you’re getting the most out of the advanced engineering that went into it.
Page 156 RCL: Press this button briefly to recall the station being played or to display the clock. To change what is normally shown on the display (station or time), press the RCL button until you see the display you want, then hold the RCL button until the display flashes.
Page 157 Setting the Tone BASS: Press this knob lightly so it extends. Turn the knob increase or decrease bass. When you use this control, the radio’s tone setting will switch to manual. TREB: Press this knob lightly so the knob all the way out. Turn the knob to increase or decrease treble.
Page 158 Your tape bias is set automatically. When a metal or chrome tape is inserted, HI-BIAS appears on the display. you want to insert a tape when the ignition is off, first press EJECT or RCL. If E and a number appear on the radio display and the tape won’t play because of an error, it could be that: ElO: The tape is tight and the player can’t turn the tape hubs.
Page 159 while scanning, SCAN will appear on the display and the tape direction arrow will blink while scanning. AM-FM: Press this button to play the radio when a tape is in the player. The tape will stop but remain in the player. TAPE-CD: Press this button if you have a disc loaded in the CD player and the radio is playing, to play a compact disc.
Page 160 REV (1): Press and hold this button to quickly reverse within a track. You will hear sound at a reduced volume. The display will show elapsed time. FWD (2): Press and hold this button to quickly advance within a track. You will hear sound at a reduced volume. The display will show elapsed time.
Page 161 Delco-Base@ AM-FM Stereo with Cassette Tape and Compact Disc Player (Option) Playing the Radio PWR-VOL: Press this knob to turn the system on and off. To increase volume, turn the knob clockwise. Turn it counterclockwise to decrease volume. RCL: Press this button briefly to recall the station being played or to display the clock.
Page 162 PUSHBUTTONS: The five numbered pushbuttons let you return to your favorite stations. You can set up to 15 stations (five AM, five FM1 and five FM2). Just: T u r n the radio on. 2. Press AM-FM to select the band. 3.
Page 163 Adjusting the Speakers BAL: Press this knob lightly so it extends. Turn the knob to move the sound to the left or right speakers. The middle position balances the sound between the speakers. FADE: Press the knob lightly so it extends. Then pull the knob all the way out.
Page 164 (2): Press this button to advance quickly to another part of the tape. Press the button again to return to playing speed. The radio will play the last-selected station while the tape advances. You may select stations during FWD operation by using TUNE. PROG (3): Press this button to play the other side of the tape.
Page 165 Playing a Compact Disc The CD player will play either normal-size discs or the smaller 8 cm discs with an adapter. With the ignition on, insert a disc partway into the slot, label side up. The player will pull it in and the disc should begin playing.
Page 166: Trunk Mounted Cd Changer (Option)
RCL: Press this button to see which track is playing. Press it again within five seconds to see how long it has been playing. To change what is normally shown on the display (track or elapsed time), press the button until you see the display you want, then hold the button until the display flashes.
Page 167 side down. If you load a disc label side up, the disc will not play and an error will occur. Gently push the tray back into the magazine slot. Repeat this procedure for loading up to 12 discs in the magazine. Once you have loaded the discs in the magazine, slide open the door of the compact disc (CD) changer.
Page 168 All of the CD functions are controlled by the radio buttons except ejecting the magazine. Whenever a CD magazine with discs is loaded in the changer, the compact disc symbol (CDC) will appear on the radio display. If the CD changer is checking the magazine for CDs, the (CDC) symbol will flash on the display until the changer is ready to play.
Page 169: Theft-Deterrent Feature
RANDOM (5): Press this button to enter the random play mode. RDM will appear on the display. While in this mode, the tracks on the discs will be played in random order. If you press PROG or SEEK while in the random mode, discs and tracks will be scanned randomly.
Page 170 Activating the Theft-Deterrent Feature The instructions which follow, explain how to enter your secret code to activate the THEFTLOCK system. It is recommended that you read through all nine steps before starting the procedure. NOTE: If you allow more than 15 seconds to elapse between any steps, the radio automatically reverts to time and you must start the procedure over at Step 4.
Page 171 Unlocking the Theft-Deterrent Feature After a Power Loss Enter your secret code as follows; pause no more than 15 seconds between steps: 1. LOC appears when the ignition is on. 2. Press MN and 000 will appear on the display. 3.
Page 172 Steering Wheel Controls for Audio System With this feature, you can control certain radio functions using the buttons on your steering wheel. Some steering wheel controls operate climate controls. See “Steering Wheel Controls for Climate Control” earlier in this section. 3-28 VOL: Press the up or down arrow to increase or...
Page 173: Understanding Radio Reception
Understanding Radio Reception Stereo FM stereo will give you the best sound. But FM signals will reach only about 10 to 40 miles buildings 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 174: Care Of Your Cassette Tape Player
Care of Your Cassette Tape Player A tape player that is not cleaned regularly can cause reduced sound quality, ruined cassettes or a damaged mechanism. Cassette tapes should be stored in their cases away from contaminants, direct sunlight and extreme heat. If they aren’t, they may not operate properly or may cause failure of the tape player.
Page 175: Power Antenna Mast Care
Power Antenna Mast Care Your 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. 2. Dampen a clean cloth with mineral spirits or equivalent solvent.
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Page 177: Section 4 Your Dri.ving And The Road
Section 4 Your Dri.ving 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. Defensive Driving Drunken Driving Control of a Vehicle Braking 4-11 Steering...
Page 178: Defensive Driving
Defensive Driving The best advice anyone can give about driving is: Drive defensively. Please start with a very important safety device in your Aurora: 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 179: Drunken Driving
Drunken Driving Death and injury associated with drinking and driving a national tragedy. It’s the number one contributor to the highway death toll, claiming thousands of victims every year. Alcohol affects four things that anyone needs to drive a vehicle: Judgment Muscular Coordination Vision...
Page 180 It’s the amount of alcohol that counts. For example, if the same person drank three double martinis (3 ounces or 90 ml of liquor each) within an hour, the person’s BAC would be close to 0.12 percent. A person who consumes food just befose or during drinking will have a somewhat lower BAC level.
Page 181 The body takes about an hour to rid itself of the alcohol in one drink. No amount of coffee or number of cold 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 182: Control Of A Vehicle
Control of a Vehicle You have three systems that make your vehicle go where you want it to go. They are the brakes, the steering and the accelerator. All three systems have to do their work at the places where the tires meet the road. Sometimes, as when you’re driving on snow or ice, it’s easy to ask more of those control systems than the tires and road can provide.
Page 183: Anti-Lock Brakes
Avoid needless heavy braking. Some people drive in spurts heavy acceleration followed by heavy braking rather than keeping pace with traffic. This is a mistake. Your brakes may not have time to cool between hard stops. Your brakes will wear out much faster if you do a lot of heavy braking.
Page 184 Here’s how anti-lock works. Let’s say the road is wet. You’re driving safely. Suddenly an animal jumps out in front of you. You slam on the brakes. Here’s what happens with ABS A computer senses that wheels are slowing down. If one of the wheels is about to stop rolling, the computer will separately work the brakes at each front wheel and at the rear wheels.
Page 185: Traction Control System
Remember: Anti-lock doesn’t change the time you need to get your foot up to the brake pedal or always decrease stopping distance. If you get too close to the vehicle in front of you, you won’t have time to apply your brakes if that vehicle suddenly slows or stops.
Page 186 When the system is on, this warning light will come on to let you know if there’s a problem with your traction TRACTION See “Traction Control System Warning Light” in the Index. When this warning light is on, the system will not limit wheel spin.
Page 187: Braking In Emergencies
Braking in Emergencies With anti-lock, you can steer and brake at the same time. many emergencies, steering can help you more than even the very best braking. Steering Power Steering If you lose power steering assist because the engine stops or the system is not functioning, you can steer but it will take much more effort.
Page 188: Steering In Emergencies
If you need to reduce your speed as you approach a curve, do it before you enter the curve, while your front wheels are straight ahead. Try to adjust your speed so you can “drive” through the curve. Maintain a reasonable, steady speed. Wait to accelerate until you are out of the curve, and then accelerate gently into the straightaway.
Page 189: 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 190 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 191: Loss Of Control
Loss of Control Let’s review what driving experts say about what happens when the three control systems (brakes, steering and acceleration) don’t have enough friction where the tires meet the road to do what the driver has asked. In any emergency, don’t give up. Keep trying to steer and constantly seek an escape route or area of less danger.
Page 192: Driving At Night
Driving at Night Night driving more dangerous than day driving. One reason is that some drivers are likely to be impaired by alcohol or drugs, with night vision problems, or by fatigue. 4-16...
Page 193: 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 194: Driving In Rain And On Wet Roads
Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads 4-18 Rain and wet roads can mean driving trouble. On a wet road, you can’t stop, accelerate or 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 195 ..e Driving too fast through large water puddles or even going through some car washes can cause problems, too. The water may affect your brakes. Try to avoid puddles. But if you can’t, try to slow down before you hit them. CAUTION: Wet brakes can cause accidents.
Page 196: Driving Through Deep Standing Water
Hydroplaning Hydroplaning is dangerous. So much water can build up under your tires that they can actually ride on the water. This can happen if the road is wet enough and you’re going fast enough. When your vehicle is hydroplaning, it has little or no contact with the road.
Page 197: 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 198: 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. 4-22 The most important advice on freeway driving is: Keep up with traffic and keep to the right. Drive at the same speed most of the other drivers are driving.
Page 199 Just before you leave the lane, glance quickly over your shoulder to make sure there isn’t another vehicle in your “blind” spot. Once you are moving on the freeway, make certain you allow a reasonable following distance. Expect to move slightly slower at night.
Page 200: 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 201 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 202: Winter Driving
Winter Driving Here are some tips for winter driving: Have your Aurora in good shape for winter. You may want to put winter emergency supplies in your trunk. Include an ice scraper, a small brush or broom, a supply of windshield washer fluid, a rag, some winter outer clothing, a small shovel, a flashlight, a red cloth and a couple of reflective warning triangles.
Page 203: Driving On Snow Or Ice
Driving on Snow or Ice Most of the time, those places where your tires meet the road probably have good traction. However, if there is snow or ice between your tires and the road, you can have a very slippery situation. You’ll have a lot less traction or “grip”...
Page 204: If You're Caught In A Blizzard
If You're Caught in a Blizzard If you are stopped by heavy snow, you could be in a serious situation. You should probably stay with your vehicle unless you know for sure that you are near help and you can hike through the snow. Here are some things to do to summon help and keep yourself and your passengers safe: Turn on your hazard flashers.
Page 205 Snow can trap exhaust gases under your This can cause deadly CO (carbon monoxide) gas to get inside. CO could overcome you and kill you. You can’t see it or smell it, know it is in your vehicle. Clear away snow from around the base of your vehicle, especially any that is blocking your exhaust pipe.
Page 206 Loadine You- Veh :le i" TIRE-LOADING INFORMATION OCCUPANTS VEHICLE CAP. CTR. FRT. TOTAL LBS. MAX. LOADING & GVWR SAME CAPACITY WEIGHT TIRE SIZE SPEED FRT. SPA. TIRES ARE HOT, ADD 4PS1;28KPa MANUAL ADDITIONAL SEE OWNER'S INFORMATION Two labels on your vehicle show how much weight it may properly carry.
Page 207: Electronic Level Control
CAUTION: Do not load your vehicle any heavier than the GVWR, or either the maximum front or rear GAWR. you do, parts on your vehicle can break, or it can change the way your handles. These could cause you to lose control. Also, overloading can shorten the life of your vehicle.
Page 208: Towing A Trailer
Towing a Trailer CAUTION: If you don’t use the correct equipment and drive properly, you can lose control when you pull trailer. For example, if the trailer is too heavy, the brakes may not work well or even at all. You and your passengers could be seriously injured.
Page 209 That’s the reason for this part. In it are many time-tested, important trailering tips and safety rules. Many of these are important for your safety and that of your passengers. So please read this section carefully before you pull a trailer. Load-pulling components such as the engine, transaxle, wheel assemblies and tires are forced to work harder against...
Page 210: Weight Of The Trailer Tongue
You can ask your retailer for our trailering information or advice, or you can write us at: Customer Assistance Representative Oldsmobile Central Office 920 Townsend Street P.O. Box 30095 Lansing, MI 48909...
Page 211: Total Weight On Your Vehicle's Tires
If you’re using a weight-carrying hitch, the trailer tongue (A) should weigh 10 percent of the total loaded trailer weight (B). If you have a weight-distributing hitch, the trailer tongue (A) should weigh 12 percent of the total loaded trailer weight (B). After you’ve loaded your trailer, weigh the trailer and then the tongue, separately, to see if the weights are proper.
Page 212: Trailer Brakes
Trailer Brakes Does your trailer have its own brakes? Be sure to read and follow the instructions for the trailer brakes so you’ll be able to install, adjust and maintain them properly. Because you have anti-lock brakes, do not try to tap into your vehicle’s brake system.
Page 213: Making Turns
Making Turns NOTICE: Making very sharp turns while trailering could cause the trailer to come in contact with the vehicle. Your vehicle could be damaged. Avoid making very sharp turns while trailering. When you’re turning with a trailer, make wider turns than normal.
Page 214: When You Are Ready To Leave After Parking On A Hill
But if you ever have to park your rig on a hill, here’s how to do it: 3. When the wheel chocks are in place, release the regular brakes until the chocks absorb the load. 4. Reapply the regular brakes. Then apply your parking brake, and then shift to PARK (P).
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Page 217: 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. Hazard Warning Flashers 5 -2 Other Warning Devices Jump Starting Towing Your Vehicle 5- 14 Engine Overheating 5-23 If a Tire Goes Flat 5-24 Changing a Flat Tire 5-34...
Page 218: Hazard Warning Flashers
Hazard Warning Flashers Your hazard warning flashers let you warn others. They also let police know you have a problem. Your front and rear turn signal lamps will flash on and off. The HAZARD light on the instrument panel will also come on.
Page 219: Other Warning Devices
Other Warning Devices If you carry reflective triangles, you can set one up at the side of the road about 300 feet (100 m) behind your vehicle. Jump Starting If your battery has run down, you may want to use another vehicle and some jumper cables to start your Aurora.
Page 220 2. Get the vehicles close enough so the jumper cables reach, but be sure the vehicles aren’t touching they are, it could cause a ground each other. connection you don’t want. You wouldn’t be able to start your Aurora, and the bad grounding could damage the electrical systems.
Page 221 Find the positive and negative each battery or remote terminal. You should always use the remote positive terminal instead of the positive terminal on your battery. To open the remote positive the tab and open the cover. Using a match near a battery can cause battery gas to explode.
Page 222 Connect the red positive cable to the remote positive terminal of the vehicle with the dead battery. 8. Don’t let the other end touch metal. Connect positive terminal of the good battery. Use a remote positive terminal if the vehicle has one. it to the...
Page 223 9. Now connect the black negative the good battery’s negative Don’t let the other end touch anything until the next step. The other end of the negative cable doesn’t go to the dead battery. It goes to a heavy unpainted metal part on the engine of the vehicle with the dead battery.
Page 224: Towing Your Vehicle
A. Heavy Metal Engine Part B. Good Battery C. Dead Battery Towing Your Vehicle Try to have an Oldsmobile retailer or a professional towing service tow your Aurora. See “Roadside Assistance” in the Index. If your vehicle has been changed or modified since it...
Page 225 To help avoid injury to you or others: Never let passengers ride in vehicle that is being towed. Never tow faster than safe or posted speeds. Never tow with damaged parts not fully secured. Never get under your vehicle after it has been lifted by the tow truck.
Page 226 A vehicle can fall from a car carrier if it isn’t adequately secured. This can cause serious personal injury and vehicle damage. The vehicle should be tightly secured with chains or steel cables before it is transported. Don’t use substitutes (ropes, leather straps, canvas webbing, etc.) that can be cut by sharp edges underneath the towed vehicle.
Page 227: Front Towing
Front Towing NOTICE: not tow with sling-type equipment or fascidfog lamp damage will occur. Use wheel-lift or car-carrier equipment. Additional ramping may be required for car-carrier equipment. Use safety chains and wheel straps. Towing a vehicle over rough surfaces could damage vehicle.
Page 228 These slots are to be used when loading and securing to car-carrier equipment. Attach T-hook chains on both sides, in the slotted holes in the bottom of the body rail, behind the front wheels and cradle. 5-12 Attach a separate safety chain around the outboard end of each lower control arm.
Page 229: Rear Towing
Rear Towing Tow Limits 35 mph (55 krdh), 25 miles Attach T-hook chains to the T-hook slots in the floor pan support rails just ahead of the rear wheels on both sides. Position the lower-sling crossbar just ahead of the front edge of the rear bumper.
Page 230: Engine Overheating
Attach a separate safety chain around the outboard end of each lower control arm. Engine Overheating You will find a coolant temperature gage on your Aurora’s instrument panel. Your information center will also display messages about engine overheating. See “Coolant Temperature Gage” in the Index. 5-14 Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode...
Page 231: If Steam Is Coming From Your Engine
If Steam Is Coming From Your Engine Steam from an overheated engine can burn badly, even if you just open the hood. Stay away from the engine if you see or hear steam coming CAUTION: (Continued) ontin from it. Just turn it off and get everyone away from the vehicle until it cools down.
Page 232: If No Steam Is Coming From Your Engine
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 a little too hot when you: Climb a long hill on a hot day. Stop after high-speed driving.
Page 233 When you decide it’s safe to lift the hood, here’s what you’ll see: A. Coolant Surge Tank with Pressure Cap B. Two Electric Engine Cooling Fans CAUTION: An electric fan under the hood can start up even when the engine is not running and can injure you.
Page 234 If it isn’t, the coolant level should be indicated by a CHECK COOLANT LEVEL message on the Driver Information Center. If it is, you may have a leak in the radiator hoses, heater hoses, radiator, water pump or somewhere else in the cooling system. 5-18 Heater and radiator hoses, and other engine parts, can be very hot.
Page 235: How To Add Coolant To The Coolant Surge Tank
How to Add Coolant to the Coolant Surge Tank haven’t found a problem yet, but the coolant level FULL COLD, 50/50 isn’t at add a water (preferably distilled) and DEX-COOL@ coolant at the coolant surge tank, but be sure the cooling system, including the coolant surge tank pressure cap, is cool before you do it.
Page 236 CAUTION: Adding only plain water to your cooling system can be dangerous. Plain water, or some other liquid like alcohol, can boil before the proper coolant mix will. Your vehicle’s coolant warning system is set for the proper coolant plain water the wrong mix, your engine could hot but you wouldn’t get the overheat warning.
Page 237 2. Then keep turning the pressure cap slowly, and 1. You can remove the coolant surge tank pressure cap when the cooling system,-including the coolant surge remove it. tank pressure cap and upper radiator hose, is no longer hot. Turn the pressure cap slowly about one-quarter turn to the left and then stop.
Page 238 3. Then fill the coolant surge tank with the proper mix, 4. With the coolant surge tank pressure cap off, start the up to FULL COLD. engine and let run until you can feel the upper radiator hose getting hot. Watch out for the engine fans.
Page 239: If A Tire Goes Flat
5. Then replace the pressure cap. Be sure the pressure cap is tight. 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. But if you should ever have a “blowout,”...
Page 240 Ckanging a Flat Tire If a tire goes flat, avoid further tire and wheel damage by driving slowly to a level place. Turn on your hazard warning flashers. Changing a tire can cause an injury. The can slip off the jack and roll over you or other people.
Page 241: Removing The Spare Tire And Tools
Removing the Spare Tire and Tools The equipment you’ll need is in the trunk. Instructions for changing your tires are on the inside of the tire cover. You can rest the cover near you for easy reference while you change the tire. Lift the tire cover to gain access to the spare tire and jacking equipment.
Page 242 The tools you’ll be using include the jack (A) and the wheel wrench (B). 5-26 Insert the hooked end of the wheel wrench in one of the two small notches in the center cover and pry the cover off. Do not drop the cover or lay it face down, as it could be scratched or damaged.
Page 243: Removing The Flat Tire And Installing The Spare Tire
Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire 3. Turn the wheel wrench clockwise by hand to raise the jack head a few inches. 1. Position the wheel wrench securely over the wheel nuts to loosen, but don’t remove them. 2.
Page 244 4. Near each wheel well is a notch in the frame to position the jack head. You'll find the word JACK and an arrow stamped into the plastic near each notch. Position the jack under the vehicle and raise the jack head until it fits firmly against the sheet metal next to the word JACK.
Page 245 5. Raise the vehicle by rotating the wheel wrench clockwise in the jack. Raise the vehicle far enough off the ground there’s enough room for the spare tire to fit. 6. Remove all the wheel nuts and take off the flat tire. 7.
Page 246 Never use oil or grease on studs or nuts. If you do, the nuts might come loose. Your wheel could fall off, causing serious accident. 8. Place the spare tire on the wheel mounting surface. 9. Replace the wheel nuts with the rounded end of the nuts toward the wheel.
Page 247 11. Using the wheel wrench, tighten the wheel nuts firmly in a crisscross 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. Be sure to use the correct wheel nuts.
Page 248: Storing The Flat Tire And Tools
Storing the Flat Tire and Tools a jack, a Storing tire 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. 5-32 Store the flat tire as far forward in the trunk as possible.
Page 249: Storing The Spare Tire And Tools
Storing the Spare Tire and Tools CAUTION: Storing a jack, a tire or other equipment in the passenger compartment of the vehicle could cause injury. In a sudden stop or collision, loose equipment could strike someone. Store all these in the proper place. The compact spare tire is for temporary use only.
Page 250: Compact Spare Tire
Compact Spare Tire Although the compact spare tire was fully inflated when your vehicle was new, it can lose air after a time. Check the inflation pressure regularly. It should be 60 psi (420 Wa). After installing the compact spare on your vehicle, you soon should stop as as possible and make sure your spare...
Page 251: If You're Stuck: In Sand, Mud, Ice Or Snow
If 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 252 NOTES 5-36...
Page 253: Section 6 Service And Appearance Care
Section 6 Service and Appearance Care Here you will find information about the care of your Aurora. This section begins with service and fuel information, and then it shows how to check important fluid and lubricant levels. There is also technical information about your vehicle, and a part devoted to its appearance care.
Page 254: Doing Your Own Service Work
Service Your Aurora retailer knows your vehicle best and wants you to be happy with it. We hope you’ll go to your retailer for all your service needs. You’ll get genuine GM parts and GM-trained and supported service people. We hope you’ll want to keep your GM vehicle all GM. Genuine GM parts have one of these marks: Doing Your Own Service Work If you want to do some of your own service work, you’ll...
Page 255: Adding Equipment To The Outside Of Your Vehicle
Adding Equipment to the Outside of Your Vehicle Things you might add to the outside of your vehicle can affect the airflow around it. This may cause wind noise and affect windshield washer performance. Check with your Aurora retailer before adding equipment to the outside of your vehicle.
Page 256 To provide cleaner air, all gasolines in the United States are now required to contain additives that will help prevent deposits from forming in your engine and fuel system, allowing your emission control system to function properly. Therefore, you should not have to add anything to the fuel.
Page 257: Filling Your Tank
Filling Your Tank Gasoline vapor is highly flammable. It burns violently, and that can cause very bad Don’t smoke if you’re near gasoline or refueling your vehicle. Keep sparks, flames and smoking materials away from gasoline. The cap is behind a hinged door on the left side of your vehicle.
Page 258 The fuel door can be opened manually in case electrical power failure. To do so, first open the trunk. The release mechanism is on the driver’s side of the vehicle, at the top of the trunk compartment. Pull the tab toward you to release the fuel door.
Page 259 If you get gasoline on yourself and then something ignites it, could be badly burned. Gasoline can spray out on you if you open the fuel filler cap too quickly. This spray can happen if your tank is nearly full, and is more hot weather.
Page 260: Checking Things Under The Hood
Checking Things Under the Hood CAUTION: An electric fan under the hood can start up and injure you even when the engine is not running. Keep hands, clothing and tools underhood electric fan. Things that burn can get on hot engine parts and start fire.
Page 261 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. Then pull the hood down and close it firmly.
Page 262 4.0L Engine When you open the hood, you’ll see: A. Remote Positive Battery Terminal B. Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir 6-10 C. Power Steering Reservoir Fluid D. Engine Oil Fill Cap E. Engine Oil Dipstick F. Brake Fluid Reservoir G. Automatic Transaxle Fluid Dipstick (behind air cleaner) H.
Page 263: Checking Engine Oil
Engine Oil If the CHECK OIL LEVEL message or the 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 Level Message” or “Oil Pressure Warning Light” in the Index. You should check your engine oil level regularly;...
Page 264: What Kind Of Oil To Use
When to Add Oil If the oil is at or below the ADD line, then you’ll need to add at least one quart of oil. But you must use the right kind. This part explains what kind of oil to use. For crankcase capacity, see “Capacities and Specifications”...
Page 265 RECOMMENDED SAE VISCOSITY GRADE ENGINE OILS FOR BEST FUEL ECONOMY AND COLD STARTING, SELECT THE SAE VISCOSITY GRADE 011 FOR THE EXPECTED TEMPERATURE RANGE. LOOK WEATHER “F ’ “C + l o o - +eo- - t27 + 6 0 - - t 1 6 t401 ? t 4 - - 7 + 2 0...
Page 266: Engine Oil Additives
Engine Oil Additives Don’t add anything to your oil. Your Aurora retailer is ready to advise if you think something should be added. When to Change Engine Oil If any one of these is true for you, use the short trip/city maintenance schedule: to 10 miles (8 to 16 km).
Page 267: What To Do With Used Oil
What to Do with Used Oil Did you know that used engine oil contains certain elements that may be unhealthy for your skin and could even cause cancer? Don’t let used oil stay on your skin skin for very long. Clean your and nails with soap and water, or a good hand cleaner.
Page 268 2. Release tension of the wing screw clamp on the air intake duct where it attaches to the near the top of the engine. Just turn the wing screw counterclockwise, then detach the duct from the air cleaner cover. 3. Push the duct and resonator assembly rearward and up, and hold out of the way.
Page 269 ..‘ , . . 5. Unsnap the two clamps by pushing down on the top of the air cleaner cover and pushing in on the clamps toward the center of the cover. Then remove the cover. 6. Remove the air filter. 7.
Page 270: Automatic Transaxle Fluid
Operating the engine with the air cleaner cause you or others to be burned. The air cleaner not only cleans the air, it stops flame backfires. If it isn’t there, and the engine backfires, you could be burned. Don’t drive with it off, and be careful working on the engine with off.
Page 271: How To Check
How to Check Because this operation can be a little difficult, you may choose to have this done at your Aurora retail facility Service Department. I f you do it yourself, be sure to follow all the instructions here, or you could get a false reading on the dipstick. NOTICE: Too much or too little fluid can damage your transaxle.
Page 272 Then, without shutting the engine, follow these steps: 1. Pull out the dipstick and wipe it with a clean rag or paper towel. 2. Push it back in all the way, wait three seconds and then pull it back out again. 3.
Page 273: How To Add Fluid
How to Add Fluid Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of transaxle fluid to use. See “Recommended Fluids and Lubricants” in the Index. If the fluid level is low, add only enough of the proper fluid to bring the level into the cross-hatched area on the dipstick.
Page 274: What To Use
NOTICE: When adding coolant, it is important that you use only DEX-COOL@ (silicate-free) coolant. If coolant other than DEX-COOL@ is added to the system, premature engine, heater core or radiator corrosion may result. In addition, the engine coolant will require change sooner 30,000 miles (50 000 km) or 24 months, whichever occurs first.
Page 275: Checking Coolant
NOTICE: If you use an improper coolant mix, your engine could overheat and be badly damaged. The repair cost wouldn’t be covered by your warranty. Too much water in the mix can freeze and crack the engine, radiator, heater core and other parts.
Page 276 CAUTION: 'hrning the surge tank pressure cap when the engine and radiator are hot can allow steam and scalding liquids to blow out and burn you badly. Never turn the surge tank pressure cap little when the engine and radiator are hot. 6-24 When your engine is cold, the coolant level should be at the FULL COLD mark or a little higher.
Page 277 If the message LOW ENGINE COOLANT is displayed on your message center, it means you’re low on engine coolant. Adding Coolant If you need more coolant, add the proper DEX-COOL’ coolant mixture at the surge tank, but only when the engine is cool.
Page 278: When To Check Power Steering Fluid
Power Steering Fluid When to Check Power Steering Fluid It is not necessary to regularly check power steering fluid unless you suspect there is a leak in the system or you hear an unusual noise. A fluid loss in this system could indicate a problem.
Page 279: Adding Washer Fluid
What to Use To determine what kind of fluid to use, see “Recommended Fluids and Lubricants” in the Index. Always use the proper fluid. Failure to use the proper fluid can cause leaks and damage hoses and seals. Windshield Washer Fluid What to Use When you need windshield washer fluid, be sure to the manufacturer’s instructions before use.
Page 280: Brake Fluid
Open the cap labeled WASHER FLUID ONLY. Add washer fluid until the tank is full. NOTICE: 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.
Page 281 There are only two reasons why the brake fluid level in the reservoir might go down. The first is that the brake fluid goes down to an acceptable level during normal brake lining wear. When new linings are put in, the fluid level goes back up.
Page 282: Brake Wear
NOTICE: Using the wrong fluid can badly damage brake system parts. For example, just a few drops mineral-based oil, such as engine oil, in your brake system can damage brake system parts badly that they’ll have to be replaced. Don’t let someone put in the wrong kind of fluid.
Page 283: Brake Pedal Travel
NOTICE: Continuing to drive with worn-out brake pads could result in costly brake repair. 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.
Page 284 Battery Every new Aurora has a Delco Freedom@ battery. You never have to add water to one of these. When it’s time for a new battery, we recommend a Delco Freedom battery. Get one that has the replacement number shown on the original battery’s label.
Page 285: Vehicle Storage
Vehicle Storage If you’re not going to drive your vehicle for 25 days or more, take off the black, negative the battery. This will help keep your battery from ning down. CAUTION: Batteries have acid that can burn you and gas that can explode.
Page 286 Exterior Front Bulbs A. Front Wrn Signal B. Headlamps The entire front headlamp assembly must be removed to replace the headlamps and front turn signal bulbs. You may find it easier to remove air cleaner assembly when replacing bulbs on the driver’s side. 6-34 If more hand clearance is required, remove the air cleaner assembly as follows:...
Page 287 2. Release tension of the wing screw clamp on the air intake duct where it attaches to the air cleaner cover near the top of the engine. Turn the wing screw counterclockwise, then detach the hose from the air cleaner cover. 3.
Page 288 Unclip the bulb assembly from the wiring harness and replace the bulb assembly. 4. Reverse Steps 1 through 4 to replace the bulb assembly, headlamp housing, air cleaner cover and tube. 5. Replace the headlamp assembly by aligning the pin and tightening the two bolts to secure it.
Page 289: Headlamp Aiming
Front Turn Signal The turn signal bulb is on the inboard edge of the headlamp assembly. To replace a bulb, do the following: Remove the headlamp assembly if you need more hand clearance. Reach in and press the locking tab while twisting the bulb assembly one-quarter of a turn counterclockwise.
Page 290 If you find that the headlamp aiming needs adjustment, follow these steps: Start with the vertical headlamp aim. Don't try the horizontal aim first. Adjustment screws can be turned with an E8 Torx@socket or T15 Torx screwdriver. 1. Check the vertical aim for each headlamp. The vehicle must be on a level surface.
Page 291 Exterior Rear Bulbs For the type of bulb to use, see “Replacement Bulbs” in the Index. A. Rear Turn Signal Taillamps Taillamps 1. In the trunk, remove the convenience net from the hooks. Next remove the plastic screws holding the carpeting in place and pull back the carpeting.
Page 292 2. Unscrew the convenience net attachment nut. Open the trim panel door. 3. Remove the two wing 4. Remove the taillamp filler screw located to the side nuts now exposed. of the taillamp filler panel. 6-40...
Page 293 5. Pull out the taillamp assembly to reach the bulb and pull it out. To replace, push the bulb back 6. Reverse Steps 1 through 5 to replace the taillamp filler, wing nuts and carpeting. Rear Turn Signal The rear turn signal bulb is located on the outboard edge of the taillamp assembly.
Page 294 2. Use a 10 mm socket to remove the four bolts. There two bolts each side of the cover. 3. Pry off the cover and pull down to access the bulbs. Press the locking tab of the bulb assembly. 6-42...
Page 295 5. Twist the socket one-quarter of a turn counterclockwise and pull to remove. 6. Replace the bulb and reverse Steps replace the assembly and tighten the bolts. Interior Lamps Front and Rear Reading Lamps To change the bulbs in the front and rear reading lamps, do the following: 1.
Page 296: 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 hole: Pull the windshield wiper away from the windshield. 2 . Insert a small screwdriver into the hole (A) and pull the blade assembly off the wiper arm (B).
Page 297 CAUTION: (Continued) Underinflated tires pose the same danger as overloaded tires. The resulting accident could cause serious injury. Check all tires frequently to maintain the recommended pressure. Tire pressure should be checked when your tires are cold. Overinflated tires are more likely to be cut, punctured or broken by a sudden impact such as when you hit a pothole.
Page 298: Tire Inspection And Rotation
When to Check Check your tires once a month or more. Don’t forget your compact spare tire. It should be at 60 psi (420 kPa). How to Check Use a good quality pocket-type gage to check tire pressure. You can’t tell if your tires are properly inflated simply by looking at them.
Page 299 After the tires have been rotated, adjust the front and rear inflation pressures as shown on the Tire-Loading Information label. Make certain that all wheel nuts are properly tightened. See “Wheel Nut Torque” in the Index. Rust or dirt on a wheel, or on the parts to which it is fastened, can make wheel nuts become after a time.
Page 300: Buying New Tires
The tire has a puncture, cut or other damage that can’t be repaired well because of the size or location of the damage. Buying New Tires To find out what kind and size of tires 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 301: 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 by treadwear, traction and temperature performance. (This applies only to vehicles sold in the United States.) The grades are molded on the sidewalls of most passenger car tires.
Page 302: Wheel Alignment And Tire Balance
Temperature A, B, C The temperature grades are A (the highest), B, and C, representing the tire’s resistance to the generation of heat and its ability to dissipate heat when tested under controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel. Sustained high temperature can cause the material of the tire to degenerate and reduce tire life, and excessive temperature can lead to sudden tire failure.
Page 303 Each new wheel should have the same load-carrying capacity, diameter, width, offset and be mounted the same way as the one it replaces. If you need to replace any of your wheels, wheel bolts or wheel nuts, replace them only with new GM original equipment parts.
Page 304: Tire Chains
Tire Chains NOTICE: Use tire chains only where legal and only when you must. Use only SAE Class “S” type chains that are the proper size for your tires. Install them the front tires and tighten them tightly possible with the ends securely fastened.
Page 305 Don’t use any of these unless this manual says you can. In many uses, these will damage your vehicle: Alcohol Laundry Soap Bleach Reducing Agents Cleaning the Inside of Your Aurora Use a vacuum cleaner often to get rid of dust and loose dirt.
Page 306 Using Solvent-Type Cleaner on Fabric First, see if you have to use solvent-type cleaner at all. Some spots and stains will clean off better with just water and mild soap. If you need to use a solvent: 1. Gently scrape excess soil from the trim material with a clean, dull knife or scraper.
Page 307: Cleaning Vinyl
Combination Stains Stains caused by candy, ice cream, mayonnaise, chili sauce and unknown stains can be removed as follows: 1. Carefully scrape off excess stain. 2. Clean with cool water and allow to dry. 3. If a stain remains, clean it with solvent-type cleaner. Cleaning Vinyl Use warm water and a clean cloth.
Page 308: Care Of Safety Belts
Care of Safety Belts Keep belts clean and dry. CAUTl Do not bleach or dye safety belts. If you do, it may severely weaken them. In a crash, they might not be able to provide adequate protection. CIean safety belts only with mild soap and lukewarm water.
Page 309 Cleaning the Outside of Your Aurora The paint finish on your vehicle provides beauty, depth of color, gloss retention and durability. Washing Your Vehicle The best way to preserve your vehicle’s finish is to keep it clean by washing it often with lukewarm or cold water. Don’t wash your vehicle in the direct rays of the sun.
Page 310: Cleaning Aluminum Or Chrome Wheels
Foreign materials such as calcium chloride and other salts, ice melting agents, road oil and tar, tree sap, bird droppings, chemicals from industrial chimneys, etc., can damage your vehicle’s finish if they remain on painted surfaces. Wash the vehicle as soon as possible. If necessary, use non-abrasive cleaners that are marked safe for painted surfaces to remove foreign matter.
Page 311: Finish Damage
Finish Damage Any stone chips, fractures or deep scratches in the finish should be repaired right away. Bare metal will corrode quickly and may develop into a major repair expense. Minor chips and scratches can be repaired with touch-up materials available from your retailer or other service outlets.
Page 312: Appearance Care Materials Chart
Appearance Care Materials Chart 6-60...
Page 313: Vehicle Identification Number (Vin)
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) SAMPLE4UXVM072675 This is the legal identifier for your Aurora. 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 VIN also appears on the Vehicle Certification and Service Parts labels and the certificates of title and registration.
Page 314: Electrical System
Electrical System Add-on Electrical Equipment NOTICE: Don’t add anything electrical to your Aurora unless you check with your retailer first. Some electrical equipment can damage your vehicle and the damage wouldn’t be covered by your warranty. Some add-on electrical equipment can keep other components from working as they should.
Page 315: Fuses And Circuit Breakers
Maxifuse/Relay Center It’s easy to check the fuses in this underhood relay center. There are two locking arms on either side of the base of the cover. Reach down and unsnap each one by pulling the cover toward you, then pushing it away while pulling up.
Page 316 FUSE BLOCK INSTRUMENT PANEL l7 DIS OXYGEN HVAC RELAY LAMPS 6-64 Fuse Usage Supplemental Inflatable Restraint (Air Bag) Injectors Anti-Lock Brake System Left Exterior Lamps Turn Signal Lamps Injectors Climate Controls Right Exterior Lamps Chime (Ignition l), Memory Set Powertrain Control Module, VATS PASS-Key@II Auxiliary Power Interior Lamps...
Page 317: Removing The Rear Seat Cushion
Fuse Usage Driver Information Center Converter Oxygen Sensors Radio Open Climate Control Relay Open Windshield Wipers Flat Pack Motor TMNSS Cigarette Lighter Crank, Air Bag Module Climate Control Blower Removing the Rear Seat Cushion To access the battery and rear compartment fuse panels, the rear seat cushion must be removed.
Page 318 To Reinstall the Rear Seat Cushion A safety belt that isn’t properly routed through the seat cushion or is twisted won’t provide the protection needed in a crash. If the safety belt hasn’t been routed through the seat cushion at all, it won’t be there to work for the next passenger.
Page 319 1. Buckle the center passenger position safety belt, and then route the safety belts through the proper the seat cushion. Don’t let the safety belt get twisted. 2. Slide the rear of the cushion up and under the seatback so the rear locating guides hook into the wire loops on the back frame.
Page 320 REAR COMPARTMENT DRIVER SIDE FUSE BLOCK 'DAP ACSRY 6-68 Fuse 7- 10 DEFG 17-22 OPEN Usage Open Electronic Level Control Relay Trunk Release Relay Open Fuel Pump Relay Driver Door Unlock Relay Open Rear Defogger Relay (Upper Zone) Rear Defogger Relay (Lower Zone) :Open Spare Spare...
Page 321 REAR COMPARTMENT SIDE FUSE BLOCK PASSENGER OPEN I C N 3 s-1- DEFOG Fuse 5 , 6 l t i N 12, 13 ROSEQ Usage Spare Open Breaker Power Window, Sunroof Spare Open Spare Open Breaker -- Power Seat Spare Open Power Seat Breaker -- Headlamps...
Page 322 Fuse Usage Trunk and Fuel Door Releases and Trunk Pull Down Electronic Level Control Heated Seat, Instrument Panel Exterior Lamps Base@ Stereo (If so equipped) Power Door Locks Interior Lamps Hazard Lamps, Stoplamps Parking Lamps Heated Outside Mirror Open 6-70 Fuse Usage Fuel Door Release...
Page 323 ENGINE COMPARTMENT FUSE BLOCK HORN COOLING FAN # 2 Fuse COOLING Usage Air Conditioning Center Open Open Horn Open Fog Lamp 2 Cooling Fan #2 Cooling Fan #3 Cooling Fan ABS Main ABS Pump Motor Fog Lamp Horn Open...
Page 324: Replacement Bulbs
Replacement Bulbs OUTSIDE LAMPS Front ....Front Turn Signal Lamps Halogen Headlamps ......Low Beam .
Page 325: Capacities And Specifications
Capacities and Specifications The following approximate capacities are given Fluids Lubricants” in the Index for more information. Automatic Transaxle (Overdrive) When draining or replacing torque converter, more fluid may be needed. Pan Removal and Replacement After Complete Overhaul When pe~orming either transaxle procedure, check fluid level when done. More fluid may be needed. Cooling System Engine Crankcase When changing filter, up to 0.5 quart (0.5 L) more oil may be needed.
Page 326: Air Conditioning Refrigerants
Air Conditioning Refrigerants Not all air conditioning refrigerants are the same. If the air conditioning system your vehicle needs refrigerant, be sure the proper refrigerant is used. If you’re not sure, ask your Aurora retailer. Engine Specifications ......Engine Code .
Page 327 Engine Accessory Belt Routing 4.0L Aurora engine uses an engine accessory belt. This diagram shows the features connected by the belt routing. See “Maintenance Schedule” in the Index for when to check the belt. Tensioner Arm Pulley Power Steering Pump Pulley Idler Pulley Alternator Pulley Conditioner Compressor Pulley...
Page 328 NOTES & I...
Page 329: Section 7 Maintenance Schedule
Section 7 Maintenance Schedule This section covers the maintenance required for dependability and emission control performance. Introduction Your Vehicle and the Environment How This Section is Organized Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services Using Your Maintenance Schedule Selecting the Right Schedule Part B: Owner Checks and Services 7-39 At Each Fuel Fill...
Page 330: Your Vehicle And The Environment
IMPORTANT: KEEP ENGINE OIL AT THE PROPER LEVEL AND CHANGE AS RECOMMENDED Have you purchased the GM Protection Plan? The Plan supplements your new vehicle warranties. See your Warranty and Owner Assistance booklet, retailer for details. Introduction Your Vehicle and the Environment Proper vehicle maintenance not only helps to keep your vehicle in good working condition, but also helps the environment.
Page 331: How This Section Is Organized
How This Section is Organized The remainder of this section is divided into five parts: “Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services” shows what to have done and how often. Some services can be complex, so unless you are technically qualified and have the necessary equipment, you should let your retailer’s service department or another qualified service center do these jobs.
Page 332: Using Your Maintenance Schedule
Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services Using Your Maintenance Schedule We at General Motors want to help you keep your vehicle in good working condition. But we don’t know exactly how you’ll drive it. You may drive very short distances only a few times a week. Or you may drive long distances all the time in very hot, dusty weather.
Page 333: Short Trip/City Intervals
Maintenance Schedule Short Trip/City Definition Follow the Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule if any one of these conditions is true for your vehicle: Most trips are less than 5 to 10 miles (8 to 16 This is particularly important when outside temperatures are below freezing.
Page 334: Long Trip/Highway Intervals
Maintenance Schedule Trip/Highway Long Definition Follow this maintenance schedule only if none of the conditions from the Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule is true. Do not use this schedule if the vehicle is used for trailer towing, driven in a dusty area or used off paved roads.
Page 335: Short Tripkity Maintenance Schedule
Short TripKity Maintenance Schedule The services shown in this schedule up to 100,000 miles k r n ) (166 000 should be performed after 100,000 miles k m ) (166 000 at the same intervals. The services shown at 150,000 miles (240 000 km) should be performed at the same interval after 150,000 miles (240 000 See “Owner Checks and Services”...
Page 336 Short TriplCity Maintenance Schedule 3,000 Miles (5 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote An Emission Control Service. DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE 6,000 Miles (10 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first).
Page 337 Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule 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 12,000 Miles (20 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first).
Page 338 Short TriplCity Maintenance Schedule 15,000 Miles (25 000 k n ) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE 7-10 18,000 Miles (30 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first).
Page 339 Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule 21,000 Miles (35 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). Emission Control Service. DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE 24,000 Miles Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote An Emission Control Service.
Page 340: Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule
Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule 27,000 Miles (45 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote *.) An Emission Control Service. DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE 7-12 30,000 Miles (50 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or Jery 3 months, whichever occurs first).
Page 341 Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation” in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.) 33,000 Miles (55 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote An Emission Control Service.
Page 342 Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule 36,000 Miles (60 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Lubricate chassis components (or every 6 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation’’...
Page 343 Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule 42,000 Miles (70 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). Emission Control Service. Lubricate chassis components (or every 6 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation”...
Page 344 Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule 48,000 Miles (80 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Lubricate chassis components (or every 6 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation”...
Page 345 Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule 51,000 Miles (85 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE 54,000 Miles (90 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first).
Page 346 Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule 57,000 Miles (95 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE 7-18 60,000 Miles (100 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first).
Page 347 Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule Inspect fuel tank, cap and lines for damage or leaks. Inspect fuel cap gasket for any damage. Replace parts as needed. An Emission Control! Service. Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation” in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information.
Page 348 Short TriplCity Maintenance Schedule 66.000 Miles (110 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Lubricate chassis components (or every 6 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation”...
Page 349 Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule 72,000 Miles (120 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Lubricate chassis components (or every 6 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation”...
Page 350 Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule 78,000 Miles (130 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Lubricate chassis components (or every 6 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation”...
Page 351 Short Tkip/City Maintenance Schedule 84,000 Miles (140 000 km) Change engine oil ’and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Lubricate chassis components (or every 6 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation”...
Page 352 Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule 90,000 Miles (150 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Contipol Service. Lubricate chassis components (or every 6 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote Inspect throttle body bore and valve plates for deposits, open the throttle valve and inspect all surfaces.
Page 353 Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule 93,000 Miles (155 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE 96,000 Miles (140 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first).
Page 354 Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule 99,000 Miles (165 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. ACTUAL MILEAGE 100,000 Miles (166 000 km) Inspect spark plug wires. An Emission Control Service. (See footnote Replace spark plugs.
Page 355 Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule When doing frequent trailer towing. Uses such as found in taxi, police or delivery service. If you do not use your vehicle under any of these conditions, the fluid and filter do not require changing. DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE 150,000 Miles (240 000 km) Drain, flush and refill cooling system...
Page 356: Long Tripmighway Maintenance Schedule
Long Tripmighway Maintenance Schedule The services shown in this schedule up to 100,000 miles (166 000 should be performed after 100,000 miles (166 000 km) at the same intervals. The services shown at 150,000 miles (240 000 km) should be performed at the same interval after 150,000 miles (240 000 km).
Page 357 I’rip/Highway Maintenance Schedule L U I I ~ 7,500 Miles (12 500 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Lubricate chassis components (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote Rotate tires.
Page 358 Long TriplHighway Maintenance Schedule 22,500 Miles (37 500 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). An Enzission Control Service. Lubricate chassis components (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation”...
Page 359: Long Trip/Highway Maintenance Schedule
.__! Long Trip/Highway Maintenance Schedule Replace air cleaner filter. An Emission Control Service. Inspect fuel tank, cap and lines for damage or leaks. Inspect fuel cap gasket for any damage. Replace parts as needed. An Emission Control Service. DATE ACTUALMILEAGE 37,500 Miles (62 500 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first).
Page 360 I Long TriplHighway Maintenance Schedule 45,000 Miles (75 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Lubricate chassis components (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation”...
Page 361 Long Trip/Highway Maintenance Schedule 52,500 Miles (87 500 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Lubricate chassis components (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation”...
Page 362 Long Trip/Highway Maintenance Schedule 60,000 Miles (I00 000 km) (Continued) Replace air cleaner filter. An Emission Control Service. Inspect fuel tank, cap and lines for damage or leaks. Inspect fuel cap gasket for any damage. Replace parts as needed. An Emission Control Service. DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE 67,500 Miles (112 500 km)
Page 363 Long Trip/Highway Maintenance Schedule 75,000 Miles (125 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Lubricate chassis components (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation”...
Page 364 Long TriplHighway Maintenance Schedule 90,000 Miles (150 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Lubricate chassis components (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote Inspect throttle body bore and valve plates for deposits, open the throttle valve and inspect all surfaces.
Page 365 97,500 Miles (162 500 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Lubricate chassis components (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation” in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information.
Page 366 Long-TriplHighway Maintenance Schedule 100,000 Miles When doing frequent trailer towing. Uses such as found in taxi, police or delivery service. I f you do not use your vehicle under any of these conditions, the fluid and filter do not require changing. 7-38 150,000 Miles (240 000 km) ued)
Page 367: 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 368: At Least Twice A Year
At Least Twice a Year Restraint System Check Make sure the safety belt reminder light and all your belts, buckles, latch plates, retractors and anchorages are working properly. Look for any other loose or damaged safety belt system parts. If you see anything that might keep a safety belt system from doing its job, have it repaired.
Page 369 Starter Switch Check CAUTION: When you are doing this check, the vehicle could move suddenly. If it does, you or others could be injured. Follow the steps below. Before you start, be sure you have enough room around the vehicle. Firmly apply both the parking brake (see “Parking Brake”...
Page 370 Ignition Transaxle Lock Check While parked, and with the parking brake set, try to turn the ignition key to LOCK in each shift lever position. The key should turn to LOCK only when the shift lever is in PARK (P). The key should come out only in LOCK.
Page 371 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 372 Part D: Recommended Fluids and Lubricants NOTE: Fluids and lubricants identified below by name, part number or specification may be obtained from your GM retailer. USAGE FLUIDLUBRICANT Engine Oil Engine oil with the American Petroleum Institute Certified For Gasoline Engines “Starburst” symbol of the proper viscosity.
Page 373 FLUIDLUBRICANT USAGE Chassis lubricant (GM Part Chassis No. 12377985 or equivalent) or Lubrication lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI 2, Category LB or GC-LB. Windshield GM Optikleen@ Washer Solvent (GM Part No. 105 15 15) or Washer Solvent equivalent. Hood Latch Lubriplate lubricant aerosol (GM Part No.
Page 374: Maintenance Record
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 7-46 Services” or “Periodic Maintenance” can be added the following record pages.
Page 375 Maintenance Record ODOMETER SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED DATE READING 7-47...
Page 376 Maintenance Record 7-48...
Page 377 Maintenance Record ODOMETER SERVICED MAINTENANCE PERFORMED READING 7-49...
Page 378 Maintenance Record 7-50...
Page 379: Section 8 Customer Assistance Information
Section 8 Customer Assistance Information Here you will find out how to contact Oldsmobile if you need assistance. This section also tells you how to obtain service publications and how to report any safety defects. Customer Satisfaction Procedure Customer Assistance for Text Telephone...
Page 380: Customer Satisfaction Procedure
Customer Satisfaction Procedure Oldsmobile retailers have the facilities, trained technicians and up-to-date information to promptly address any concerns you may have. However, if a concern has not been resolved to your complete satisfaction, take the following steps: STEP ONE Discuss your concern with a member of retail facility management.
Page 381 STEP TWO -- If after contacting a member of retail facility management, it appears your concern cannot be resolved by the retail facility without further help, contact the Oldsmobile Customer Assistance Network by calling 1-800-442-6537. In Canada, contact GM of Canada Customer Communication Centre in Oshawa by calling 1-800-263-3777 (English) or 1-800-263-7854 (French).
Page 382: Customer Assistance For Text Telephone (Tty) Users
Refer to your Warranty Owner Assistance Information booklet for addresses of GM Overseas offices. When contacting Oldsmobile, please remember that your concern will likely be resolved in the retail facility, using the retailer’s facilities, equipment and personnel. That is why we suggest you follow Step One first if you have a concern.
Page 383: Oldsmobile Roadside Assistance Program Features And Benefits
Assistance Advisors, on-call to render assistance to Oldsmobile drivers, can dispatch roadside assistance and towing service, locate the nearest 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.
Page 384: Who Is Covered
Who Is Covered? Oldsmobile Roadside Assistance covers all 1997 Oldsmobile vehicles.* Coverage is for the Oldsmobile vehicle, regardless o f the driver, and is concurrent with the Bumper to Bumper warranty period. Oldsmobile reserves the right to limit services or reimbursement to an owner or driver when in Oldsmobile’s judgement the claims become excessive in...
Page 385: Gm Participation In An Alternative Dispute Resolution Program
Plan (CAMVAP). 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, if a...
Page 386: Warranty Information
Some state laws may require you to use this program before filing a claim with a state-run arbitration program or in the courts. For further information, contact the BBB at 1-800-955-5 100 or the Oldsmobile Customer Assistance Network at 1-800-442-6537. Warranty Information Your vehicle comes with a separate warranty booklet that contains detailed warranty information.
Page 387: Reporting Safety Defects To The Canadian Government
In addition to notifying NHTSA (or Transport Canada) in a situation like this, we certainly hope you’ll notify us. Please call us at 1-800-442-6537 or write: Oldsmobile Customer Assistance 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 388 1997 OLDSMOBILE SERVICE PUBLICATIONS ORDERING INFORMATION The following publications covering the operation and servicing the Service Publication Order Form in this book and mailing it in with your check, money order or credit card information to Helm, Incorporated (address below.)
Page 389 ORDER TOLL FREE (NOTE: For Credit Card Holders Only) 1-800-782-4356 (Monday-Friday 8:OO AM 6:OO PM EST) FAX Orders Only 1-31 3-865-5927 PUBLICATION FORM NUMBER Service Manual Transmission Unit Repair Owner’s Manual In Portfolio Owner’s Manual Without Portfolio NOTE: Dealers and Companies please provide dealer or company name, and also the name of the person to whose attention the shipment should be sent.
Page 390 NOTES 8-12...
Page 391 Section 9 ......Accessory Power Outlet ........AirBag .
Page 392 Brake ........Adjustment ........Fluid .
Page 393 Right Front Passenger Steering Wheel Clock. Setting the Comfort Controls Compact Disc Care Compact Disc Changer. Trunk Mounted Compact Disc Errors Loading the Magazine Playing a Compact Disc Compact.Disc Player ....... . . Errors Compact Spare Tire Control of a Vehicle...
Page 394 ....... . Drunken Driving ......Elapsed Time Indicator .
Page 395 G a g e s ....Engine Coolant Temperature ........Fuel .
Page 396 ....Vehicle Identification Number ........Lamps .
Page 397 ......Power Remote Control ..... . . Visor Vanity.
Page 398 ......R a d i o Reception ........Radios .
Page 399 ......Questions and Answers ......Rear Comfort Guides Rear Seat Outside Passenger Positions .
Page 400 Storage. Vehicle ....Stuck: Sand. Mud. Ice or Snow Sunvisors Sunroof Supplemental Restraint System Surge Tank. Coolant Surge Tank Pressure Cap Symbols. Vehicle Tachometer Taillamp Bulb Replacement TapePlayerCare...
Page 401 Transaxle Fluid. Automatic ......Transaxle Fluid Life Transmitter. Universal ....Transmitters.
Page 402 Service Station Checkpoints WINDSHIELD REMOTE BATTERY P6-27 TERMINAL P5-4 TIRES FUEL DOOR RELEASE TAB P6-6 FUEL DOOR REMOTE TRUNK ENGINE COOLANT P6-5 AND FUEL SURGE TANK DOOR P6-23 HOOD RELEASE RELEASE P2-15 AND 6-5 P6-8 For detailed information, refer to the page number listed, or see the Index in the back of the owner’s manual.

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