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Page 7 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” Index Here’s an alphabetical listing of almost every subject...
Page 8: 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 vehicle, so it will be there if you ever need it when you’re on the road.
Page 9: How To Use This Manual
How to Use this Manual Many people read their owner’s manual 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 fiid that pictures and words work together things quickly.
Page 11 Vehicle Symbols These are some of the symbols you may find These symbols For example, these symbols are important are used on an for you and your passengers original battery: whenever your vehicle is CAUTION driven: POSSIBLE INJURY PROTECT UNLOCK EYESBY SHIELDING CAUSTIC...
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Page 13: Section 1 Seats And Restraint Systems
Section 1 Seats and Restraint Systems Here you’ll find information about the seats in your Oldsmobile and how to use your safety belts properly. You can also learn about some things you should not do with Seats and Seat Controls Safety Belts: They’re for Everyone...
Page 14: Seats And Seat Controls
Seats and Seat Controls This section tells you about the seats adjust them and also about reclining seatbacks and head restraints. Manual Seats You can lose control of the vehicle if you try to adjust a manual driver’s seat while the vehicle moving.
Page 15 6-Way Power Seat Equipped) The power seat button is located on the lower, left side of the driver's seat. This button allows you to move the seat up, down, forward and backward. front of the seat up or down and the rear of the seat up or down.
Page 16 To adjust the seatback, lift the lever on the outer side of the seat and move the seatback to where you want Release the lever and ensure the handle returns to the original position and the seatback is securely locked. 1 1 1 on the lever and the seat will go to an upright position.
Page 17: Head Restraints
Head Restraints Slide the head restraint up or down so that the top of the .re&@$ is closwt the top of your This position ears. ieducei the chance of a neck injury a crash. Rear Seats Folding Rear Seat...
Page 18: Safety Belts: They're For Everyone
To open the folding rear seat, open the one or both of the tethers located on the left side trunk. The left-hand tether will open the larger side the seatback. The right-hand tether will open the smaller side of the seatback. Once a tether is pulled, the seatback t r u &...
Page 19 Your vehicle has a light that comes on as a reminder to buckle up. (See “Safety Belt Reminder Light’’ in the Index.) ‘ I In most stales .and Canadian provinces, the law says to wear safety belts. Here’s why: They work. You never know if you’ll be in a crash.
Page 20 Put someone on it. Take the simplest vehicle. Suppose it’s just a seat on wheels.
Page 21 Get it up to speed. Then stop the vehicle. The rider doesn't stop. The person keeps going until stopped by something. In a real vehicle, it could be the windshield...
Page 22 . . . or the instrument- panel or the safety belts! With safety belts, slow down as the vehicle does. You get more time to stop. You stop over mare distmce, forces. That's~why and your strongest bones take safety belts make such good sense. 1-10...
Page 23 @’ If I’m a good driver, and I never drive far from home, why should I wear safety belts? You may be an excellent driver, but if you’re in an accident even one that isn’t your fault your passengers can be hurt. Being a good drive doesn’t protect you from things beyond your control, such as bad drivers.
Page 24: Driver Position
How to Wear Safety Belts Properly Adults This part is only €or people of adult size. Be aware there are special things to know about safety that belts and children. And there are different rules for smaller children and babies. If a child be riding in your will vehicle, see the part of...
Page 26 The safety belt locks if there’s a sudden stop or crash, or if you pull the belt very quickly out of the retractor. Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster Before you begin to drive, move the shoulder belt adjuster to the height that is right for you.
Page 27 Adjust the height so that the shoulder portion of the belt is centered on your shoulder. The belt should be away your face and neck, but not falling o€€ your shoulder. &: What’s wrong with this? The shoulder belt is too loose. It won’t give nearly as much protection this way.
Page 28 Mat’s wrong with this? The belt is buckled in the wrong place. 1-16 You can be seriously injured if your belt is buckled in the wrong place like this. In a crash, the belt would go up over your abdomen. The belt forces would be there, not at the pelvic bones.
Page 29 What's wrong with this? The shoulder belt is worn under the be worn over the shoulder at all times. You can be seriously injured if you wear the shoulder belt under your arm. In a crash, your body would move too far forward, which would increase the chance of head andneck injury.
Page 30 &.’ What’s wrong with this? You can be seriously injured by 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 fix it.
Page 31: 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 32: 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 safety belts effective is wearing them properly. Right Front Passenger Position The right front passenger’s safety belt works the same way as the driver’s safety belt.
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Page 34 Where are the air bags? is i n the The driver's air bag middle of the steering wheel.
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Page 36 should an air bag inflate? When An air bag is designed to inflate in a moderate to severe frontal or near-frontal crash. The air bag will inflate only if the impact speed is above the system’s designed “threshold level.” If your vehicle goes straight into a wall that doesn’t move or deform, the threshold level is about 9 to 14 mph (14 to 23 km/h).
Page 37 What will you see after an air bag inflates? bag inflates, it quickly deflates, so quickly that After an some people may not even realize the Some components of the bag module wheel hub for the driver’s bag, or the instrument panel for the right front passenger’s bag time.
Page 38: Servicing Your Air Bag-Equipped Vehicle
NOTICE: If you damage the covering for the driver’s or the right front passenger’s air bag, the bag may not work properly. You may have to replace the air bag module in the steering wheel or both the air bag module and the instrument panel for the right front passenger’s air bag.
Page 39 you. 1. Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across Don’t let get twisted,. Lap-Shoulder Belt The positions next to the windows have lap-shoulder belts. Here’s how wear one properly.
Page 40 If the belt stops before it reaches the buckle, tilt the latch plate and keep pulling until you can buckle Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure. If the belt is not long enough, see “Safety Belt Extender”...
Page 41 The lap part of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips, just touching the thighs. In a crash, this applies force to the strong pelvic bones. And you'd be less likely to slide under the lap belt. I f slid under it, the belt would apply force at your abdomen.
Page 42: Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides For Children And Small Adults
To unlatch the belt, just push the button on the buckle. Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides for Children and Small Adults There is one guide for each outside passenger position the rear seat. To provide added safety belt comfort for children who have outgrown child restraints and smaller adults, the comfort guides may be installed on the shoulder belts.
Page 44: Center Passenger Position
To remove and store the comfort guides, squeeze the belt edges together so that you can take them out from the guides. Pull the guide upward to expose its storage clip, and then slide the guide onto the clip. Rotate the guide and clip inward and in between the seatback and the interior body, leaving only the loop of elastic...
Page 45 Lap Belt when you sit in the center seating position, you have a lap safety belt, which has no' retractor. To d e the belt longer, tilt latch plate and pull it along the belt.
Page 46 Children who are up against, or very close to, an air bag when it inflates can be seriously or killed. This is true even though your vehicle has reduced-force frontal air bags. lap-shoulder belts offer the best protection for adults and older children, but not for young children and infants.
Page 47 CAUTIO, Smaller children and babies should always be restrained in a child or infant restraint. The instructions for the restraint will say whether it is the right type and size for your child. A very young child’s hip bones are so small that a regular belt might not stay low on the hips, as it should.
Page 48 Never hold a baby in your arms while riding in a vehide. A baby doesn't weigh much until a crash. During a crash a baby will become heavy you can't hold it. For example, in a crash CAUTION: (Continued)
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Page 53: Where To Put The Restraint
When choosing a child restraint, 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 54: Securing A Child Restraint In A Rear Outside Seat Position
If your child restraint has a top strap, anchored. If you need to have an anchor installed, you can ask your Oldsmobile retailer to put it in for you. If you want to install an anchor yourself, your retailer can tell you how to do it.
Page 55 Tilt the latch plate to adjust the belt if needed. 'If the shoulder belt goes in frQnt of the child's face or neck, put it the child behind restraint.
Page 56: Securing A Child Restraint In The Center Rear Seat Position
4. To tighten the belt, pull up on the shoulder belt while you push down on the child restraint. a forward-facing child restraint, you may find it helpful to use your knee to push down on the child restraint as you tighten the belt. 5.
Page 57 Make the belt as long as possible by tilting the ltitch plate pulling dong the belt. 2. Put the restraint on the seat. 3. Run the vehicle's safety belt through or around the restraint. The child restraint instructians will-show you how.
Page 58 A child in a rearfacing child restraint can be seriously injured if the right front passenger’s air bag inflates even though your vehicle has reduced-force frontal bags. This is because the back of a rear-facing child restraint would be very close to the inflating air bag. Always secure a rearfacing child restraint in the rear seat.
Page 59 Tilt the latch plate to adjust the belt if needed. If the shoulder belt go'es front of the child% face or neck, put it b e W the child restraint.
Page 60 4. Buckle the belt. Make sure the release button is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to. 1-48 5. To tighten the belt, pull up on the shoulder belt while you push down on the child restraint.
Page 61: Larger Children
Larger Children Children who have outgrown child restraints should wear the vehicle’s safety belts. a crash. Children who aren’t buckled up can strike other people who are. 1-49...
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Page 64: 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 65: Section 2 Features And Controls
Section 2 Features and Controls Here you can learn about the many standard and optional features on your vehicle, and information on starting, shifting and braking. Also explained are working properly and what to do if you have a problem. Keys Door Locks Remote Lock Control...
Page 67 One key is used for the ignition, the doors and all other locks. When a new vehicle is delivered, the retailer removes the key plug fiom the key, and gives them to the first owner. Each plug has a key code on it that tells your retailer or a qualified locksmith how to make extra keys.
Page 68 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 or 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 69: Rear Door Security Locks
Door Ajar Reminder Rear Door Security Locks Your vehicle is equipped with rear door security b&s that prevent help passengers from opening -the rearhoors vehicle The switch is located on the inside of the rear door. To use one of these locks: I.
Page 70 Remote Lock Control (If Equipped) If your vehicle has this option, you can lock and unlock unlock your trunk from about 3 feet (1 m) your doors up to 30 feet (9 m) away using the remote lock control transmitter supplied with your vehicle. In addition, the system illuminates the interior lights for a set period of...
Page 71 P a r t This device complies with 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Page 72: Operation
Operation The following functions are available with the remote lock control system: LOCK: All doors will automatically lock when the LOCK button on the transmitter is pressed. Press the button a second time and you will hear a “chirp” to indicate that the doors have been locked.
Page 73: Battery Replacement
Battery Replacement Under normal use, the battery in your remote lock control transmitter should last about two years. You can tell the battery is weak if the transmitter won’t work at the normal range in any location. If you have to get close to your vehicle before the transmitter works, it’s probably time to change the battery.
Page 74 Check the operation of the transmitter with your vehicle. If the transmitter does not work, try synchronizing the transmitter with the receiver. Synchronization Your remote lock control system is equipped with a security system that prevents anyone from recording and playing back your signal.
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Page 77 If the THEFT SYSTEM light comes on while the engine is running, a problem has been detected and the system may need service. See your retailer for service. In an emergency, cal 1 the Oldsmobile Roadside Assistance Center at 1-800-442-OLDS (6537). New Vehicle “Break-In”...
Page 78: Ignition Positions
Ignition Positions With the ignition key in the ignition switch, the switch to four positions. OFF (A): Before you put the key into the ignition switch, the switch is off. It is the only position from which you can remove the key. This position locks your ignition and transaxle.
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Page 80: Engine Coolant Heater (If Equipped)
2. If your engine won’t start (or starts but then stops), it could be flooded with too much gasoline, Try pushing your accelerator pedal all the way to the floor and holding it there as you hold the key in START for up to 15 seconds.
Page 81: To Use The Engine Coolant Heater
To Use the Engine Coolant Heater 1. Turn off the engine. 2. Open the hood and unwrap the electrical cord. 3. Plug it into a normal, grounded 110-volt AC outlet. CAUTION. Plugging the cord into an ungrounded outlet codd cause an electrical shock Also, the wrong kind of extension cord could overheat and cause a fire.
Page 82 Automatic ’hansaxle Operation Tour automatic transaxle has a shift lever located on the console between the seats. 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. 2-18 It is dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in PARK (P) with the...
Page 83 Ensure the shift lever is fully in PARK (P) range before starting the engine. Your Oldsmobile has a Brake-Transaxle Shift Interlock (BTSI). You have to apply your regular brake before you can shift from when the ignition key is in the RUN position.
Page 84 ~~~~~~ ~~~~ ~~~~~~~~ AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE (D):This position is for normal driving. If you need more power for passing, and you’re: Going less than 35 mph (56 km/h), accelerator pedal about halfway down. Going about 35 mph (56 km/h) accelerator all the way down. You’ll shift down to the next gear and have more power.
Page 85 NOTICE: Don’t drive in SECOND for m,ore than miles (41 km), or at speeds over or you can damage your transaxle. km/h), Use AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE (D) ‘or THIRD (3) as much as possible. Don’t shift into SECOND unless you are going slower than mph (105 or you can damage k m k )
Page 86: Second-Gear Start
Second-Gear Start Your vehicle is equipped with a second-gear start feature. Place the shift lever in SECOND (2) gear to provide more traction when you are starting on other slippery surfaces. The transaxle will be in SECOND (2) gear when the vehicle begins to move. After starting in SECOND (2) gear, place the shift lever ( a ) .
Page 87: Shifting Into Park (P)
NOTICE: Driving with the parking brake on can cause your rear brakes to overheat. You may have to replace them, and you could also damage other parts of your vehicle. If you are towing a trailer and are parking on a “Towing a Trailer”...
Page 88: Leaving Your Vehicle With The .;Engine Running
.. . , . - ‘ . “ ~ ‘ , ’ 7 ,2-- .v7.! ~~~ ~ shift lever PARM Move the into Hold j n the button on the lever. Push the lever all the way toward the front your vehicle.
Page 89: Torque Lock
PARK (P). Shifting Out of PARK (P) Your Oldsmobile have to apply your regular brake before you can shift from PARK ( P ) position.
Page 90: Parking Over Things That Burn
Parking Over Things That Burn Things that can could touch hot exhaust parts under your vehicle and ignite. Don’t park over papers, leaves, grass or other things that can burn. Engine Exhaust kill. Engine exhaust can contains the gas carbon monoxide (CO), which you can’t see smen.
Page 91: 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 some ever have to, here are things to know. Idling the engine with the climate control system off could allow dangerous exhaust into your vehicle (see the earlier Caution under “Engine Exhaust”).
Page 92: Manual Windows
Windows Manual Windows On a vehicle with manual windows, use the window crank to open and close each window. Power Windows (If Equipped) The power window switches are located on the armrest of the driver’s door. In addition, each passenger door has a switch for its own window.
Page 93: Tilt Wheel
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Page 94: 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. turn, When the t u r n...
Page 95: Windshield Wipers
Windshield Wipers You control the windshield wipers by moving the stalk with the wiper symbol on it up or down. For a single wiper cycle, push the stalk down to MIST, then release it. For more cycles, hold the stalk down longer.
Page 96: Windshield Washer
Heavy snow or ice can overload your wipex circuit breaker will stop ,the motor until it c.o.01~. away snow or ice to prevent an overload. Windshield Washer To wash your windshield, push in the button at the end of the stalk until the washers begin. 2-32 motor.
Page 97: Cruise Control
Cruise Control With cruise control, you can maintain a speed of about mph (40 or more without keeping your lun/h) foot on the accelerator. This can really help on long trips. Cruise control does not work at speeds below 25 mph (40 km/h).
Page 98 Setting Cruise Control If you leave your cruise control switch on when you’re not using cruise, you might hit a button and go into cruise when you don’t want to. You could be startled and even lose control. Keep the cruise control switch off until you want to use The cruise control buttons are located on the center the steering wheel.
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Page 100: Exterior Lamps
Exterior Lamps Rotate the turn signal lever end cap up one position to turn on: Parking Lamps Side Marker Lamps Taillamps License Plate Lamps Instrument Panel Lights 2-36 Rotate the turn signal lever end cap up two positions to turn on: Headlamps Parking Lamps Sidemarker Lamps...
Page 101: Daytime Running Lamps
Daytime Running Lamps Daytune 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 102: Interior Lamps
Fog Lamps The button lamps panel, to the left of the steering wheel, beside the instrument panel intensity control. When using fog lamps, the ignition must be on, as well as the parking lamps or the low-beam headlamps. I s h the top of the button to turn indicator light on the button will glow when .lamps are on.
Page 103: Mirror Reading Lamps
If the ignition has been off for less than two minutes, the lamps inside your vehicle will stay on for about 15 seconds after your key is removed from the ignition to provide illuminated exit. Mirror Reading Lamps Press the switch on the lower front portion of the mirror to turn on the lamp.
Page 105: Convex Outside Mirror
Power Remote Control Mirror Equipped) This switch is located on the armrest of the driver’s door. Move this switch to the left or right depending on which mirror you need to adjust (center position.) Then adjust the direction of the mirror using the paddle marked with arrows just below the selector switch.
Page 106: Center Console Storage Area
Center Console Storage Area The center console has two separate storage areas. The upper compartment, which is also the armrest, can be used to store maps, gloves, etc. To open, pull up on the driver’s side of the lid. The lower area can be used to store cassette tapes or compact discs.
Page 108: Sun Visors
Sunvisors block out glare, you c m swing down the visors. also swing them to the side. Visor Vanity Mirror Lift the cover to expose the visor vanity mirror. Illuminated Visor Vanity Mirror ( I f Equipped) This mirror is located on the passenger's side visor. When you lift the cover, the light will Accessory Power Outlets Your vehicle is equipped with two accessory power...
Page 109: Sunroof (If Equipped)
Sunroof (If Equipped) Open the sunshade by hand when using the vent position. To use the vent position of the sunroof, push the switch back and release it. This is the express vent mode of the sunroof. To fully open the sunroof, push the switch back again and release.
Page 111 Your instrument panel is designed to let you know at a glance how your vehicle is running. You’ll know how 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: A.
Page 112: Instrument Panel Cluster
Instrument Panel Cluster Your vehicle is equipped with this cluster, which includes indicator w d g lights and gages that following pages. Be sure to read them. THEFT SYSTEM CHECK SERVICE VEHICLE SOON 2-48 explained on the CRUISE...
Page 113: Speedometer And Odometer
Speedometer and Odometer Your speedometer lets you see your speed in both miles per hour (mph) and kilometers per hour Your odometer shows how far your vehicle has been driven, eithex miles (used in the United States) or kilometers (used in Canada). Your vehicle has a tamper resistant odometer.
Page 114: Warning Lights, Gages And Indicators
Tachometer 1000 The tachometer shows your engine speed in revolutions per minute (rpm). NOTICE: Do not run your engine at speeds in the red area, or engine damage may occur. 2-50 Warning Lights, Gages and Indicators This part describes the warning lights and gages that may be on your vehicle.
Page 115: Safety Belt Reminder Light
Waiting to do repairs can be costly dangerous. So please get to know your warning lights and gages. They’re a big help. Safety Belt Reminder Light When the key is turned to ON or START, a chime will come on for about eight seconds to remind people to fasten their safety belts, unless the driver’s safety belt already buckled.
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Page 117: Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light
Your brake system may not be working properly if the brake system warning light with the brake system warning light on can lead to an accident. If the light is still on after you’ve pulled off the road and stopped carefully, have the vehicle towed for service.
Page 118: Low Coolant Warning Light
If you have been operating your vehicle under normal driving conditions, you should pull off the road, stop your vehicle and turn off the engine as soon as possible. In “Problems on the Road,” this manual shows what to do. See “Engine Overheating” in the Index. Low Coolant Warning Light This light comes on briefly when you...
Page 119: Malfunction Indicator Lamp (Check Engine Light)
Malfunction Indicator Lamp (Check Engine Light) Your vehicle is equipped with a computer which monitors operation of the fuel, ignition and emission CHECK control systems. This system is called OBD 1 1 (On-Board Diagnostics-Second Generation) and is intended to assure that emissions are at acceptable levels of the vehicle, helping to produce a cleaner environment.
Page 120 This light should come on, as a check to show you working, when the ignition is on and the engine is not running. If the light doesn’t come on, have This light will also come on during a malfunction of two ways: Light Flashing A misfire condition has been detected.
Page 121: 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 as efficiently as designed. You may engine not to notice this as stalling after start-up, stalling put the vehicle into gear, misfiring, hesitation on acceleration or stumbling on acceleration.
Page 122 Don’t keep ariving if the oil pressure is low. I f you do, your engine can become so hot that catches fire. You or others could be burned. Check your oil as soon possible and have your vehicle serviced. NOTICE: Damage to your engine from neglected oil problems can be costly and is not covered by your warranty.
Page 123: Passlock Warning Light
Passlock Warning Light This light will come on briefly when you ignition on. The light will stay on until the engine starts. If the light flashes for several seconds, the passlock system has entered a tamper mode. start, see “Passlock” in the Index. If the light comes on continuously while driving and stays on, there may be a problem with system.
Page 124: Door Ajar Light
Door Light Ajar When the ignition light will stay on until all doors are closed and completely latched. You will hear a brief chime if a door the engine is started and the vehicle is not in PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N). Fuel Gage Your fuel gage tells you about how much fuel you...
Page 125: Section 3 Comfort Controls
Section 3 Comfort Controls In this section, you’ll find out how to operate the comfort control and audio systems offered with your vehicle. Be sure to read about the particular systems supplied with your vehicle. Cornfort Controls Climate Control System with Air Conditioning A i r Conditioning...
Page 126: Climate Control System With Air Conditioning
Comfort Controls This section tells you how to make your air system work for you. The climate control system with conditioning uses ozone-friendly R- 134a refrigerant. With this system, you can control the ventilation and heating in your vehicle. Your vehicle also has the flow-through ventilation system described later in this section.
Page 127: Air Conditioning
+ ’ FLOOR: this position most of the airflow comes through the floor outlet. The rest of the through the windshield and side window vents. Set the center control knob to the temperature desired. DEFOG: This position divides the airflow between the floor outlets and the windshield defroster vent.
Page 128: Defogging And Defrosting Windows
For quick cool-down on very hot days, use VENT with ’ the temperature knob all the way in the blue area and the ’ A/C and RECIRCULATION buttons pressed. If this setting is used for long periods of time, the air in your vehicle may become too dry.
Page 129: Rear Window Defogger
Rear Window Defogger The rear window defogger uses a warming grid to remove fog from the rear window. Press the defogger switch. The indicator light will glow. The rear window defogger will turn itself off after about 10 minutes after the first time the button is pressed, and after 5 lninutes each additional time the button is pressed.
Page 131 AM-FM Stereo Playing the Radio PWR-VOL: Press this knob to turn the system on and off. To increase volume, turn the knob to the right. Turn to the left to decrease volume. RECALL: Press this button briefly to recall the station being played or to display the clock.
Page 132 PUSHBUTTONS: The five numbered pushbuttons let you return to your favorite stations. You can set up to 15 stations (five five FM1 and five FM2). Just: A M , 1. Turn the radio on. AM-FM 2. Press to select the band. 3.
Page 133: Am-Fm Stereo With Cassette Tape Player And Automatic Tone Control ( I F Equipped)
AM-FM Stereo with Cassette Tape Player and Automatic Tone Control ( I f Equipped) Playing the Radio PWR-VOL: Press this knob to turn the system on and off. To increase volume, turn the knob to the right. Turn it to the left to decrease volume. RCL: Press this button briefly to recall the station being played or to display the clock.
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Page 135 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 136 FWD (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 TUNE. F W D during operation by using PROG (3): Press this button to play the other side...
Page 137 AM-FM Stereo with Cassette Tape and Compact Disc Player with Automatic Tone Control Equipped) Playing the Radio PVVR-VOL: Press this knob to turn the system on and off. To increase volume, turn the knob to the right. Turn to the left to decrease volume. RCL: Press this button briefly to recall the station being played or to display the clock.
Page 138 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: 1. Turn the radio on. 2. Press AM-FM to select the band. 3. Tune in the desired station. 4.
Page 139 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 Turn the knob all the way out.
Page 140 (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 TUNE. during operation by using PROG (3): Press this button to play the other side of the tape.
Page 141 Playing a Compact Disc 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. If you want to insert a CD when the ignition is off, first press EJECT or RCL. The CD player will play either normal-size discs or the smaller 8 cm discs with an adapter.
Page 142: Theft-Deterrent Feature
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 143 2. Turn the ignition to ACC or ON. 3. Turn the radio off. 4. Press the 1 and 4 buttons together. Hold them down until shows on the display. Next you will use the secret code number which you have written down. 5.
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Page 145: Care Of Your Cassette Tape Player
To help avoid hearing loss or darnage: Adjust the volume control to the lowest setting. Increase volume slowly until you hear comfortably and clearly. NOTICE: Before you add any sound equipment to your vehicle like a tape player, CB radio, mobile telephone or two-way radio add what you want.
Page 146: Care Of Your Compact Disc Player
When using a scrubbing action, non-abrasive cleaning cassette, it is normal for the cassette to eject because your unit is equipped with a cut tape detection feature and a cleaning cassette may appear as a broken tape. the cleaning cassette ejects, insert the cassette at least three times to ensure thorough cleaning.
Page 147: Section 4 Your Driving And The Road
Section 4 Your Driving and the Road Here you’ll find information about driving on different kinds included many other useful tips on driving. Defensive Driving Drunken Driving Control of a Vehicle Braking Steering Off-Road Recovery 4-11 4- 12 Passing 4- 13 Loss of Control 4- 14 Driving at Night...
Page 148: Defensive Driving
The best advice anyone can give about driving Drive defensively. Please start with a very important safety device in your Oldsmobile: Buckle up. (See “Safety Belts” in the Index.) Defensive driving really means “be ready for anything.” On city streets, rural roads or freeways, “always expect the unexpected.”...
Page 149: Drunken Driving
Drunken Driving Death and injury associated with drinking and driving is a national tragedy. It’s the number one contributor to the highway death toll, claiming thousands of victims every year. Alcohol affects four things that anyone needs to drive a vehicle: Judgment Muscular Coordination Vision...
Page 150 It’s the amount of alcohol that counts. For example, the same person drank three double martinis (3 ounces or 9Oml of liquor each) within an how, the person’s BAC would be clo,se to 0.12 percent. A person who consumes food just before or during drhking will have a somewhat lower BAC level.
Page 152: 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.
Page 153: Anti-Lock Brakes (Abs)
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 154 Here’s how anti-lock works. Let’s say the road You’re driving safely. Suddenly an animal jumps out in front of you. You slam on the brakes. Here’s what happens with 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 both rear wheels.
Page 155: Braking In Emergencies
Remember: Anti-lock doesn’t change the time you neea 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 156: Steering In Emergencies
What should you do if this ever happens? Ease up on the accelerator pedal, steer the vehicle the way you want it to go, and slow down. Speed limit signs near curves warn that you should adjust your speed. Of course, the posted speeds are based on good weather and road conditions.
Page 157: Off-Road Recovery
An emergency like this requires close attention and a quick decision. If you are holding the steering wheel at the recommended 9 and 3 o'clock positions, you can turn it a full 180 degrees very quickly without removing either hand. But you have to act fast, steer quickly, and just as quickly straighten the wheel once you have avoided the object.
Page 158 Passing The driver of a vehicle about to pass another on a two-lane highway waits for just the right moment, accelerates, moves around the vehicle ahead, then goes back into the right lane again. A simple maneuver? lvot necessarily! Passing another vehicle on a two-lane highway is a potentially dangerous move, since the passing vehicle occupies the same lane as oncoming traffic for several seconds.
Page 159: 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 trylng to steer and constantly seek escape route or area of less danger.
Page 160: Driving At Night
Of course, traction is reduced when water, snow, gravel or other material on the road. For safety, you’ll want to slow down and adjust your driving to these conditions. It is important to slow down on slippery surfaces because stopping distance will be longer vehicle control more limited.
Page 161: Night Vision
Here are some tips on night driving. Drive defensively. Don’t drink and drive. Adjust your inside rearview mirror to reduce the glare from headlamps behind you. Since you can’t see as well, you may need to slow down and keep more space between you and other vehicles.
Page 162: Driving In Rain And On Wet Roads
Driving i n Rain and on Wet Roads 4-16 Rain and wet roads can mean driving trouble. On a wet road, you can’t stop, accelerate or turn as well because your tire-to-road traction isn’t as good as on And, if your tires don’t have much tread even less traction.
Page 163 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. ‘...
Page 164: 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 165: City Driving
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Page 166: Freeway Driving
Freeway Driving Mile for mile, freeways (also called thruways, parkways, expressways, turnpikes or superhighways) are the safest of all roads. But they have their own special rules. The most important advice on freeway driving is: Keep up with traffic and keep to the right. Drive at the same speed most of the other drivers are driving.
Page 167 Here are some things you can check before Windshield Washer Fluid: Is the reservoir full? Are windows clean inside and outside? Wiper Blades: Are they in good shape? Fuel, Engine Oil, Other Fluids: Have you checked all levels? Lumps: Are they all working? Are the lenses clean? Tires: They are vitally important to a safe, trouble-free trip.
Page 168: 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 169 If you drive regularly in steep c o u n t . , 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 170: Winter Driving
Winter Driving Here are some tips for winter driving: Have your vehicle in good shape for winter. You may want to put winter emergency supplies in m n k . your 4-24 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 couple of reflective warning triangles.
Page 171: 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 172 Your anti-lock brakes improve your vehicle’s stability when you make a hard stop on a slippery road. Even though you have the anti-lock braking system, you’ll want to begin stopping sooner than you would on dry pavement. See “Anti-Lock” in the Index. Allow greater following distance on any slippery road.
Page 173 Tie a red cloth to your vehicle to alert police that you’ve been stopped by the snow. Put on extra clothing or wrap a blanket around you. If you have no blankets or extra clothing, make body insulators from newspapers, burlap bags, rags, floor mats anything you can wrap around yourself or tuck under your clothing to keep warm.
Page 174: Towing Your Vehicle From The Front
~~~~ -Run your engine only as long as you must. This saves fuel. When you run the engine, make it go a little faster than just idle. That is, push the accelerator slightly. This uses less fuel for the heat that you get and it keeps the battery charged.
Page 175 tow your vehicle with all four wheels on the ground, follow these steps: 1. Position the vehicle to tow and then secure it. T u r n &.ignition switch to OFF. 3. Set the parking brake. 4. Remove the following fuses from the left side of the instrument panel fuse block A) Radio, B) Wiper, Powertrain Control Module, K) Body Function Control Module, Cluster.
Page 176: Your Vehicle
NOTICE: Do not tow your vehicle from the rear. Your vehicle could be badly damaged and the repairs: would not be covered by warranty. your Loading CTR. MAX. LOADING & GVWR SA'ME AS CAPACITY WEIGHT TIRE'SIZE TIRES ARE SEE OWNER'S MANUAL FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Two labels on your vehicle show how much weight it total weight that you can carry.
Page 177 MFDBYGENERALMOTORSCORP DATE GVWR GAWR GAWR THIS VEHICLE CONFORMS TO ALL APPLI- CABLE U.S. FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY, BUMPER, AND THEFT PREVENTION STANDARDS IN EFFECT THE DATE OF MANUFACTURE SHOWN ABOVE. The other label is the Certification label, found on the rear edge of the driver’s door.
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Page 179 Your vehicle can tow a trailer if it is equipped with the proper trailer towing equipment. To identify what the vehicle trailering capacity is for your vehicle, you should read the information “Weight of the Trailer” that appears later in this section. But trailering is different than just driving your vehicle by itself.
Page 180: Weight Of The Trailer Tongue
4-34 You can ask your retailer for our trailering information or advice, or you can write us at: Oldsmobile Customer Assistance Center P.O. Box 30095 Lansing, MI 48909 In Canada, write to:...
Page 181: Total Weight On Your Vehicle's Tires
lr 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 182: Safety Chains
Safety Chains You should always attach chains between your vehicle and your trailer. Cross the safety chains under the tongue of the trailer so that the tongue will not drop to the road if it becomes separated from the hitch. Instructions about safety chains may be provided by the hitch manufacturer or by the trailer manufacturer.
Page 183: Following Distance
Following Distance Stay at least twice as far behind the vehicle ahead as you would when driving your vehicle without a trailer. This can help you avoid situations that require heavy braking and sudden turns. Passing You’ll need more passing distance up ahead when you’re towing a trailer.
Page 184: Turn Signals When Towing A Trailer
Turn Signals When Towing a Trailer When you tow a trailer, your vehicle may need additional wiring. Check with your retailer. arrows on your instrument panel will flash whenever you signal a turn or lane change. Properly hooked up, the trailer lamps will also flash, telling other drivers you’re about to change lanes or stop.
Page 185: Parking On Hills
Parking on Hills You really should not park your vehicle, with a trailer attached, on a hill. If something goes wrong, your rig could start to move. People can be injured, and both your vehicle and the hailer can be damaged. But if you ever have to park your rig on a hill, here’s how to do it: 1.
Page 187: 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 Other Warning Devices Jump Starting Towing Your Vehicle 5-12 Engine Overheating 5- 15 Cooling System 5-22 If a Tire’Goes Flat 5-22 Changing a Flat Tire...
Page 188: Other Warning Devices
turn off the flashers, press the switch again. warning flashers When the hazard signals m n ' t work. Other Warning Devices are on, your turn...
Page 189: Jump Starting
Jump Starting I f your battery has run down, you may want to use mother vehicle and some jumper cables to start your vehicle. But please follow the steps here to Batteries can hurt you. They can be dangerous because: They contain acid that can burn you.
Page 191 Find the positive negative Fans or other moving engine parts can iajare bane badly. Keep your away from .moving parts once the engine is running.
Page 193 Attach the cable at least 18 inches (45 cm) away from the dead battery, but not near engine parts that move. The elactrical connection is just as goad there, but the chance of sparks battery is much less. Now start the vehicle with the good battery the engine for a while.
Page 194: Towing Your Vehicle
Towing Your Vehicle Try to have a retder or a professional towing service tow your vehicle. They can provide the right equipment and know-how to tow your vehicle without damage. (See ”Roadside Assistance” in the Index.) If your vehicle has been changed or modified since was factory-new by adding aftemarket items like fog lamps, aero skirting, or special tires and wheels, these instructions and illustrations may not be correct.
Page 195 To help avoid injury to you or others: Never let passengers ride in a vehicle that is bemg 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 196: Front Towing
Front Towing NOTICE: Do not tow with sling-type equipment or fascia 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. NOTICE: (Continued) NOTICE: (Continued) Towing vehicle over rough surfaces could damage a vehicle.
Page 197: Rear Towing
Rear Towing NOTICE: Do not tow with sling-type equipment or the rear bumper valance will be damaged. Use wheel-lift or car-carrier equipment. Additional ramping may be required for carcarrier equipment. Use safety chains and wheel straps. (Continued) NOTICE: NOTICE: (Continued) Towing a vehicle over rough surfaces could damage a vehicle.
Page 198: Engine Overheating
Engine Overheating You will find a coolant temperab Ire gage vehicle’s instrument panel. s e e “Engine Temperature Gage” in Index. You will also find a low coolant level waming light on your vehicle’s instrument panel. See “LOW Coolant Warning Light” in the Index.
Page 199 Steam from an overheated engine can burn you badly, even if you just open the hood. Stay away from the engine if you see or hear steam coming from it. Just turn it off and get everyone away from the vehicle until it cools down. Wait until there is no sign of steam or coolant before you open the hood.
Page 200: 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 201: Cooling System
Cooling System When you decide it’s safe to lift the hood, here’s what you’ll see: Tank Coolant Surge with Pressure Cap B. Electric Engine Cooling Fans / ! I I CAUTION: An electric engine cooling fan under the hood ca start up even when the engine is not runnimg can injure you.
Page 202 The coalant level should be at or above FULL m-ark .or slightly higher. you may have a leak in the radiator hoses, it isn’t, heater hoses, radiator, water pump or somewhere else cooling system. Heater and radiator hoses, and other engine parts, can be very hot.
Page 203: How To Add Coolant To The Coolant Surge Tank
How to Add Coolant to the Coolant Surge Tank If you haven’t found a problem yet, but isn’t at FULL COLD mark or slightly higher, add a 50/50 mixture of clean 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 205 NOTICE: In cold weather, water can freeze and crack the engine, radiator, heater core and other parts. So use the recommended coolant. You can be bmrned if you spill coolant on hot engine parts. Coolant contains ethylene glycol and it will burn if the engine parts are hot enough.
Page 207 Then replace the pressure cap. Be sure the pressure cap is tight. Check the level in the a g e tank when the cooling system has cooled down. If the coolant isn't at the proper level, repeat Steps 1 to 3 and reinstall the pressure cap or see your retailer.
Page 208: If A Tire Goes Flat
If a Tire Goes Flat It’s unusual for a tire to “blow out” while you’re driving, especially if you maintain your tires properly. If air goes a tire, it’s much more likely to leak out slowly. But if you should ever have a “blowout,” here tips about what to expect and what to do: If a front tire fails, the flat tire will create a drag that pulls the vehicle toward that side.
Page 209: Removing The Spare Tire And Tools
The following steps will tell you how to use the jack and change a tire. Removing the Spare Tire and Tools ..-... Lift and remove the cover. (See “Compact Spare Tire” later in this section for more information about the compact spare.) You will find the jacking instructions label on the underside of the tire cover.
Page 210 T u r n the wing nut to the left and remove it. Then lift off the adapter a d remove tire. spare Remove the jack and wheel wrench from the trunk. Your vehicle’s jack and wheel wrench are stored foam tray.
Page 211 Removing the Flat Tire and InstaIling the Spare Tire 1. On vehicles equipped with steel wheel covers, ao no1 t r y to remove the nut caps from the wheel cover. Give the cover a sharp pull or gently pry on the edge of the cover to remove it from the wheel.
Page 212 (46cm) 18‘ 18” (46cm) 4. Position the jack and raise the jack head until it fits 3. Then use the wheel wrench to loosen all the wheel firmly into the notch in the vehicle’s frame nearest nuts. Don’t remove them yet. the flat tire.
Page 213 Getting under a vehicle when it is jacked up is dangerous. I f the vehicle slips off the jack, you could be badly injured or killed. Never get under vehicle when it is supported only by a jack. Raising your vehicle with the jack improperly positioned can damage the vehicle and even make the vehicle fall.
Page 214 Rust or dirt on the wheel, or on the parts to which it is fastened, can make the wheel nuts become loose after a time. The wheel could come off and cause an accident. When you change wheel, remove any rust or dirt from the where the wheel attaches to the vehicle.
Page 215 10. Lower the vehicle by turning the wheel wrench the left. Lower the jack completely. 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 216 NOTICE: Improperly tightened wheel nuts can lead to brake pulsation and rotor damage. To avoid expensive brake repairs, evenly tighten the wheel nuts in the proper sequence and to the proper torque specification. NOTICE: on your compact spare. If Wheel covers won't you try to put a wheel cover on your compact spare, you could damage the cover or the spare.
Page 217: Storing The Spare Tire And Tools
A. Nut E. Wrench B. Cover F. Jack C. Wing Nut G. Flat Road Tire D. Adapter Storing the Spare Tire and Tools Storing a jack, a tire or other equipment i n the passenger compartment of the vehicle could cause injury.
Page 218: Compact Spare Tire
A. Nut E. Wrench B. Cover E Jack C. Wing Nut G. Spare Tire D. Adapter 5-32 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.
Page 219: If You're Stuck: In Sand, Mud, Ice Or Snow
Don’t use your compact spare on other vehicles. And don’t mix your compact spare tire or wheel with other wheels or tires. They won’t fit. Keep your spare tire and its wheel together. NOTICE: Tire chains won’t fit your compact spare. Using them can damage your vehicle and can damage the chains too.
Page 220: Rocking Your Vehicle To Get It Out
NOTICE: Spinning your wheels can destroy parts of your vehicle as well as the tires. If you spin the wheels too fast while shifting your transaxle back and forth, you can destroy your transaxle. For information about using tire chains see “Tire Chains”...
Page 221 6- 8 6-11 6- 16 6- 17 6- 1-8 6-21 6-22 6-23 6-24 6-27 6-28 6-34 6-42 6-43 6-45 6-46 6-50 6-51 6-52 6-59 6-59 6-60 6-60 6-60...
Page 222: Doing Your Own Service Work
Doing Your Own Service Work If you want to do some of your own service work, you’ll want to use the proper Oldsmobile Service Manual. It tells you much more about how to service your vehicle than this manual can. To order the proper service manual, see “Service and Owner Publications”...
Page 223: Adding Equipment To The Outside Of Your Vehicle
You can be injured and your vehicle could be damaged if you try to do service work on vehicle without knowing enough about it. Be sure you have sufficient knowledge, experience, the proper replacement parts and tools before you attempt any vehicle maintenance task.
Page 224 If this occurs, return to your authorized Oldsmobile retailer for diagnosis to determine the cause of failure. In the event it is determined that the cause of the condition is the type of...
Page 225: Fuels In Foreign Countries
Fuels in Foreign Countries I f you plan on driving in another country outside the United States or Canada, the proper fuel may be hard to find. Never use leaded gasoline or any other fuel not recommended in the previous text on fuel. Costly repairs caused by use of improper fuel wouldn’t be covered by your warranty.
Page 226 The cap is behind a hinged door on the right side of your vehicle. To open the door, insert your finger into the finger depression next to the fuel door. While refueling, hang the tethered cap inside fuel door. To remove the cap, turn it slowly to the left (counterclockwise).
Page 228: Hood Release
Checking Things Under the An electric fan under the hood can start injure you even when the engine is not running. Keep hands, clothing and tools away from any underhood electric fan. Things that burn can get on hot engine parts and start a fire.
Page 229 Then to the front of the vehicle and lift the secondary hood release handle before lifting. Lift the hood, release the hood prop from its retainer and put the hood prop rod into the slot marked PROP ROD. Before closing the hood, be sure all the filler caps are on properly.
Page 230 A. Engine Coolant Surge Tank B. Power Steering Fluid Reservoir C. Engine Oil Fill Cap 6-10 D. Engine Oil Dipstick E. Brake Fluid Reservoir F. Air Cleaner G . Battery H. Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir...
Page 231: Engine Oil
Engine Oil If the CHECK OIL light on the instrument panel CHECK comes on, it means you need to check your engine oil level right away. For more information, see “Check Oil Light” in the Index. You should check your engine oil level regularly; this is an added reminder.
Page 232: Checking Engine Oil
Checking Engine Oil Pull out the dipstick and clean it with a paper towel cloth, then push it back in all the way. Remove it again, keeping the tip down, and check the level. 6-12 When to Add Engine Oil below the ADD line, then you’ll need If the oil is at to add at least one quart of oil.
Page 233 The engine oil fill cap is located on the front of the engine. Be sure to fill it enough to put the level somewhere in the proper operating range. Push the dipstick the way back in when you’re through. 6-13...
Page 234: What Kind Of Engine Oil To Use
What Kind of Engine Oil to Use Oils recommended for your vehicle can be identified by looking for the “Starburst” symbol. This symbol indicates that the oil has been certified by the American Petroleum Institute (API). Do not use any oil which does not carry this Starburst symbol.
Page 235: Engine Oil Additives
As shown in the chart, S A E 5W-30 is best for your vehicle. However, you can use SAE 1OW-30 to be 0°F (-18°C) or above. These numbers on an oil container show its viscosity, or thickness. Do not use other viscosity oils, such as SAE 2OW-50.
Page 236: What To Do With Used Oil
If none of them is true, use the long triphighway maintenance schedule. Change the oil and filter every 7,500 miles (12 500 or 12 months occurs first. Driving a vehicle with a fully warmed engine under highway conditions causes engine oil break down slower.
Page 237: Automatic Transaxle Fluid
It is not necessary to check the transaxle fluid level. A transaxle fluid leak is the only reason for fluid loss. If a leak occurs, take the vehicle to your Oldsmobile retail facility Service Department and have it repaired as soon as possible.
Page 238: Engine Coolant
NOTICE: We recommend you use only fluid labeled DEXRON@-III, because fluid with that label is made especially for your automatic transaxle. Damage caused by fluid other than DEXRON-I11 is not covered by your new vehicle warranty. Engine Coolant The cooling s stem in your vehicle is filled with DEX-COOL engine coolant.
Page 239: What To Use
What to Use Use a mixture of one-half clean water (preferably distilled) and one-half DEX-COOL@ coolant which won’t damage aluminum parts. If you use this mixture, you don’t need to add anfthing else. Adding only plain water to your coorrng system can be dangerous.
Page 240: Checking Coolant
Checking Coolant The surge tank is located on the passenger’s side of the engine compartment. 6-20 Turning 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.
Page 241: Surge Tank Pressure Cap
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. You can be burned if you spill coolant on hot engine parts. Coolant contains ethylene glycol, and it will burn if the engine parts are hot enough.
Page 242: When To Check Power Steering Fluid
When to Check Power Steering Fluid It is not necessary to reguldy 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. Have the system inspected and repaired.
Page 243: Windshield Washer Fluid
Windshield Washer Fluid What to Use Adding Washer Fluid Open the cap labeled WASHER FIJ.JlD OmY. Add. wxsher fluid until tnnkis fbll. 6-23...
Page 244: Brake Fluid
Brakes Brake Fluid Your brake master cylinder reservoir is here. It is filled with DOT-3 brake fluid. There only two reasons why the brake fluid level in reservoir rnight go down. The first is that the brake fluid goes down to an acceptable level during normal brake 6-24 lining wear.
Page 245 When bmke your to a low level, your brake warning light BRAKE See ‘‘Brake System W Light’9 in the hdex. fluid f a NOTICE: w i l l come...
Page 246: Brake Wear
Brake Wear Your vehicle has front disc brakes and rear drum brakes. Disc brake pads have built-in wear indicators that make a high-pitched warning sound when the brake pads are and new pads are needed. The sound may come and go or be heard a l l the time your vehicle is moving (except when...
Page 247: Brake Adjustment
Battery Every new Oldsmobile has an ACDelco 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.
Page 248: Halogen Bulbs
Vl-hifide .ggfip-gp If you’re not going to drive your vehicle or more, remove black, negative will the battery. This help keep your battery from running down. Batteries have acid that can burn that can explode. You can be badly hurt if you aren’t careful.
Page 249 2. Carefully pull directly up on the two latches. 6-29...
Page 251 A. Back-up Lamp Taillamp/Stoplamp Rear Turn Signal Lamp 6-31...
Page 252 2. Gently pull back the trunk t r i m . 3. Remove the three plastic wingnuts. 6-32...
Page 253 4. Pull out the taillamp assembly to expose the backplate. 5. Carefully remove the backplate by p - g outer tabs and two inner tabs sideways the backplate. 6. Gently wiggle the bulbs to remove them socket. Replace the bulb. 7.
Page 254: Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement
3. Install a new blade by reversing Steps 1 and 2. Tires Your new vehicle comes with high-quality tires made by leading tire manufacturer. If you ever have questions about your tire warranty and where to obtain service, your Oldsmobile Warranty booklet for details.
Page 255: Tire Pressure
Poorly maintained and improperly used tires are dangerous. Overloading your tires can cause overheating as a result of too much friction. You could have an air-out and a serious accident. See “Loading Your Vehicle” in the Index. Underinflated tires pose the same danger as overloaded tires.
Page 256: Tire Inspection And Rotation
,-.. ’ . ; . _ ’ NOTICE^: (Continued) .>I If your tires have too much air (overinflation), you can get the following: Unusual wear ‘ r Bad handling Rough ride Needless damage from road hazards. . : h e n to Check !Check your tires once a month or more.
Page 257 When rotating your tires, always use the correct rotation pattern shown here. Don’t include the compact spare tire in your tire rotation. After the tires have been rotated, adjust the front and rear inflation pressures as shown on the Tire-Loading Information label.
Page 258: Buying New Tires
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 a Tire Performance Criteria Specification (TPC Spec) number on each tire's sidewall. When you get new tires, get ones with that same TPC Spec number.
Page 259: 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 260: Wheel Replacement
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 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 excessive temperature can lead to sudden tire failure.
Page 261 This way, you will be sure to have the right wheel, wheel bolts and wheel nuts for your Oldsmobile model. nent wheels, wk Using the wrong -)la( bolts or wheel nuts on your vehicle can be dangerous.
Page 262: Tire Chains
Tire Chains NOTICE: Use tire chains only where legal and only when SAE Class “S” you must. Use only that are the proper size for your tires. Install them on the front tires and tighten them tightly as possible with the ends securely fastened.
Page 263: Cleaning The Inside Of Your Vehicle
Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle Use a vacuum cleaner often to get rid of dust and loose dirt. Wipe vinyl or leather, plastic and painted surfaces with a clean, damp cloth. Your retailer has two cleaners, Multi-Purpose Interior Cleaner and Capture Non-Solvent Dry Spot and Soil Remover for cleaning fabric and carpet.
Page 264: Special Fabric Cleaning Problems
Special Fabric Cleaning Problems Stains caused by such things as catsup, coffee (black), Use warm water and a clean cloth. Carefully scrape off excess stain, then sponge the soiled area with cool water. If a stain remains, follow the multi-purpose interior cleaner instructions described earlier.
Page 265: Care Of Safety Belts
Cleaning the Top of the Instrument Panel Use only mild soap and water to clean the top surfaces of the instrument panel. Sprays containing silicones or waxes may cause annoying reflections in the windshield and even make it difficult to see through the windshield under certain conditions.
Page 267: Finish Care
Finish Care Occasional waxing or mild polishing of your vehicle by hand may be necessary to remove residue from the paint finish. You can get GM-approved cleaning products from your retailer. (See “Appearance Care and Materials” in the Index.) Your vehicle has a “basecoatlclearcoat” paint finish. The clearcaat gives more depth and gloss to the colored basecoat.
Page 268: Cleaning Aluminum Wheels (If Equipped)
Cleaning Aluminum Wheels (If Equipped) Keep your wheels clean using a soft clean cloth with mild soap water. Rinse with clean water. after^ rinsing thoroughly, with a soft clean towel. A wax may then be applied. The surface of these wheels is similar to the painted surface of your vehicle.
Page 269: Finish Damage
Although no defect in the paint job causes this, Oldsmobile will repair, at no charge to the owner, the surfaces of new vehicles damaged by this fallout condition within 12 months or 12,000 miles (20 000 of purchase, whichever occurs first.
Page 270: Appearance Care Materials Chart
Appearance Care Materials Chart PART NUMBER SIZE 994954 23 in. 25 in. 1050172 (0.473 1050173 oz. (0.473 1050174 (0.473 1050214 (0.946 L) 1050427 23 (0.680 L) (0.473 L) 1052870 8 oz. (0.237 L) 1052918"" 1052925 (0.473 L) 1052929 (0.473 L) 1052930 (0.237 L) 12345002...
Page 271: Vehicle Identification Number (Vin)
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) ~1111111111111111111111111111 I1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 111111~II SAMPLE4UXWM072675 E N G I N E 3 9 8 CODE MODEL YEAR This is the legal identifier for your vehicle. It appears on a plate in the front comer of the instrument panel, on the driver’s side.
Page 272: Electrical System
Your vehicle has an air bag system. Before attempting to add anything electrical to your vehicle, see “Servicing Your Air Bag-Equipped Oldsmobile” in the Index. 6-52 Headlamp Wiring The headlamp wiring is protected by fuses, one headlamp, in the fuse block.
Page 273: Fuses And Circuit Breakers
Fuses and Circuit Breakers The wiring circuits in your vehicle are protected from short circuits by a combination of fuses, circuit breakers and fusible thermal links in the wiring itself. This greatly reduces the chance of fires caused by electrical problems. Look at the silver-colored band inside the fuse.
Page 274 A, RDO ACC MICRO B. WIPER C. TRUNK REURFA D. TURN LPS PWFi MIRROR AIR BAG CIRCUIT G. BFC B A T PCM ACC PWRSEATS LOCK K. IPC/BFC ACC MICRO DR UNLOCK LOCK STOP H W D Usage Radio Wipers Trunk Release and Remote Lock Control Turn Signals...
Page 275 Instrument Panel Fuse Block Right GtRGUIT SEE OTHER FUSE PULLER AND SPARE FUSES A. INST LPS CRUISE SW C. HVAC BLOWER D. CRUISE E. FOG LPS F. INT LPS G. RDO BATT SUNROOF H> CIRCUIT BRKR m o w s MICRO RELAY FOG LPS Usage...
Page 276 Engine Compartment Fuse Black The engine compartment fuse block is located on the driver's side of the engine compartment, near the air cleaner. 6-56 Fuse Usage Maxi-Fuses Ignition Switch Left-Hand Electrical Center-Power Seats, Power Mirrors, Door Locks, Trunk Release and Remote Lock Control .
Page 277 Usage Fuse Left-Hand Electrical Center-Stop Lamps, Hazard Lamps, Body Function Control Module, Cluster, Climate Control System Right-Hand Electrical Center-Fog Lamps, Radio, Body Function Control Module, Interior Lamps Ignition Switch Not Used Anti-Lock Brakes Cooling Fans Rear Defog Not Used Anti-Lock Brakes Cooling Fan W A C Blower (Climate Control) Cooling Fans...
Page 278 Fuse Usage Powertrain Control Module, Ignition Anti-Lock Brakes Ignition System Back-up Lamps, Brake-Transaxle Shift Interlock Horn Powertrain Control Module Parking Lamps Rear Defog, Daytime Running Lamps, Climate Control System 6-58 Fuse Usage Canister Purge Valve, Powertrain Control Module, Exhaust Gas Recirculation, Heated 0 2 Sensor Fuel Pump, Injectors Generator...
Page 279: Replacement Bulbs
Replacement Bulbs Outiide High-Beam Headlamp ....Low-Beam Headlamp ..... . Front Park/Turn Back-up .
Page 280 "; & Engine Coae : : i : ' ' ' " i r I N -:?"""!!@ype ..,..,,- i j l l ..
Page 281 NOTES 6-61...
Page 283 Section 7 Maintenance Sc: tdule This section covers the maintenance required dependability and emission control performance. Introduction How this Section is Organized P a r t A: Scheduled Maintenance Services Short Trip/City Definition Short TripKity Intervals Long Trip/Highway Definition Long TripMghway Intervals for your vehicle.
Page 285: 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. 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 286: Selecting The Right Schedule
Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services Using Your M ’,--lawe 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 287: Maintenance Schedule
Maintenance Schedule TripKity Short Definition Follow the Short TripKity 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 288 Maintenance Schedule Long Trip/Hig;hway Definition Follow this maintenance schedule only if none of the conditions from the Short TripKity Maintenance Schedule is true. Do not use this schedule is used for trailer towing, driven in a dusty area or used off paved roads.
Page 289: Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule
Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule The services shown in this schedule up to 100,000 miles (166 000 k m ) should be performed after 100,000 miles k m ) (166 000 at the same intervals. The services shown The at 150,000 miles (240 should be performed at California 000 km) the same interval after 150,000 miles (240 000...
Page 290 MILEAGE SERVICED BY: MILEAGE ACTUAL SERVICED DATE...
Page 291 Short TripKity Maintenance Schedule 15,000 Miles (25 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Inspect a i r cleaner filter if you are driving in dusty conditions. Replace filter if necessary. An Emission Control Service.
Page 292 30,000 Miles (50 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Replace air cleaner filter. An Emission Control Service. Inspect~fuel tank, cap and lines for darnage or leaks. Inspect fuel cap gasket for any damage.
Page 293 Short TripKity Maintenance Schedule 36,000 Miles (60 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation” in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote 39,000 Miles (65 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first).
Page 294 7 . 1 1 2 DATE ACTUAL SERVICED BY: MILEAGE DATE MILEAGE DATE...
Page 295 Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule 54,000 Miles (90 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever o An Emission Control Service. Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation” in the Index rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote 57,000 Miles (95 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first).
Page 296 66,000 Miles (110 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation” rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote 69,000 Miles (115 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first).
Page 297 Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule 75,000 Miles (125 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Inspect a i r cleaner filter if you are driving in dusty conditions. Replace filter necessary.
Page 298 90,000 Miles (150 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Replace air cleaner filter, An Emission Control Service. Inspect fuel cap and lines for damage or leaks. Inspect fuel cap gasket tank, damage.
Page 299 Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule 96,000 Miles (160 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 An Emission Control Service. Rotate tires. See "Tire Inspection and Rotation" in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote 99,000 Miles (165 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first).
Page 300: Short Tripkity Maintenance Schedule
Short TripKity Maintenance Schedule 100,000 Miles (166 000 (Continued) When doing frequent trailer towing. Uses such as found in taxi, police or delivery service. do not use your vehicle under any of these conditions, the fluid and filter do not require changing. 150,000 Miles 000 km) (240...
Page 301 Long Tripmighway Maintenance Schedule The services shown in this schedule up to 100,000 miles (166 000 k m ) should be performed after 100,000 miles k m ) (166 000 at the same intervals. The services shown at 150,000 miles (240 000 k m ) should be performed at California Air Resources Board has determined that the the same interval after 150,000 miles (240 000...
Page 302: Long Tripmighway Maintenance Schedule
Long Tripmighway Maintenance Schedule 7,500 Miles (12 500 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation” in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional infomation. (See footnote 15,000 Miles (25 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first).
Page 303 Long Tripmighway Maintrrance ,C-hedule Replace 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. (See footnote?.) 37,500 Miles (62 500 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first).
Page 304 Long Trip/Highway Maintenance Schedule 50,000 Miles (83 000 km) Change automatic transaxle fluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions: - In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90°F (32°C) or higher.
Page 305 Long Tripmighway Maintenance Schedule Inspect engine accessory drive belt. An Emission Control Service. Replace 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.
Page 306 82,500 Miles (137 500 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). Emission Control Service. Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation” rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote 90,000 Miles (150 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service.
Page 307 Long Tripmighway Maintenance Schedule 100,000 Miles (1 66 000 ki Inspect spark plug wires. An Emission Control Service. Replace spark plugs. Emission Control Service. Change automatic transaxle fluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions: - In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90°F (32°C) or higher.
Page 308: At Least Once A Month
Windshield Washer Fluid Level Check Check the windshield washer fluid level in the windshield washer tank and add the proper fluid if necessary. See “Windshield Washer Fluid” in the Index for further details. At Least Once a Month Tire Inflation Check Make sure tires are inflated to the correct pressures.
Page 309: At Least Twice A Year
At Least Twice a Year Restraint System Check Make sure the safety belt reminder light and 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 310 Starter Switch Check ---1 When you are doing this check, the vehicle could move suddenly. If’ it does, you or others could be injured. Before you start, be sure you have enough room around the vehicle. Firmly apply both the parking brake (see “Parking Brake”...
Page 311 Ignition Transaxle Lock Check While parked, and with the parking brake the ignition key to in each shift lever position. The key should turn to only when the shift lever is in PARK (P). On all vehicles, the key should come out only in OFF. Parking Brake and Automatic Transaxle PARK Mechanism /*"leek When you are doing this check, your vehicle...
Page 312: Steering, Suspension And Front Drive Axle Boot And Seal Inspection
Steering, Suspension and Front Drive Axle Boot and Seal Inspection Inspect-the complete exhaust s y s ~ m Inspect the body near @e-exhaust~system. Look for broken, out-of-position parts as well as open seams, holes, loose connections or other conditions which could cmse a heat 7-30 missing or damaged,...
Page 313 Part D: Recommended Fluids and Lubricants NOTE: Fluids and lubricants identified below by name, part number or specification may be obtained from your retailer. USAGE FLUIDLUBRICANT Engine Oil Engine Oil with the American Petroleum Institute Certified For Gasoline Engines “Starburst” symbol of the proper viscosity.
Page 314 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 ODOMETER SERVICED READING DATE 7-32 Services”...
Page 315 Maintenance Record ODOMETER DATE READING SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED 7-33...
Page 316 Maintenance Record ODOMETER READING SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED DATE 7-34...
Page 317 Maintenance Record ODOMETER DATE SERVICED BY READING MAINTENANCE PERFORMED 7-35...
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Page 319: 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 8-4 Customer Assistance...
Page 320: 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, 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 321 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 322: Customer Assistance For Text Telephone (Tty) Users
Telephone (TTY) Users To assist customers who are deaf, hard of hearing, or speech-impaired and who use Text Telephones (TTYs), Oldsmobile has TTY equipment available at its Customer Assistance Network. Any TTY user can communicate with Oldsmobile by dialing: 1-800-833-OLDS. (TTY users in Canada can dial...
Page 323: Oldsmobile Roadside Assistance Program Features And Benefits
Assistance Representatives, on-call 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 coverage provided by your Oldsmobile Roadside Assistance Program.
Page 324: Who Is Covered
Who Is Covered? Oldsmobile Roadside Assistance covers all 1998 Oldsmobile vehicles. Coverage is for the Oldsmobile vehicle, regardless of 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 325: Gm Participation I N An Alternative Dispute Resolution Program
Plan (CAMYAP). General Motors reserves the right to change eligibility limitations and/or to discontinue participation in this program. Both Oldsmobile and your Oldsmobile retailer are committed to making sure you are completely satisfied with your new vehicle. O u r...
Page 326: 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 1-800-955-5100 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 327: 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 16 E. Judson Street P.O. Box 436006 Pontiac, MI 48343-6006 In Canada, please call us at 1-800-263-3777 (English) or 1-800-263-7854 (French).
Page 328 1998 OLDSMOBILE SERVICE PUBLICATIONS 0RDERIN.G. INFORMATION The following publications covering the operation and servicing of your vehicle can be purchased b the ,Setvice Publication Order Form in this book and mailing or credit card information to Helm, Incorporated (address below.).
Page 331 Section 9 Index Accessory Power outlets Adding Equipment to the Outside of Your Vehicle Adjuster. Seat ........AirBag How Does it Restrain How it Works...
Page 335 rrontTowing Fuel Filling Your Tank Gage In Foreign Countries Fuses and Circuit Breakers G a g e s Engine Coolant Temperature Fuel ....... . . GarmentHook GAWR Gear Positions, Automatic Transaxle...
Page 337 Periodic Maintenance Inspections Recommended Fluids and Lubricants ....Scheduled Maintenance Services Selecting the Right Schedule Short Trip/City Definition Short Trip/City Intervals Maintenance. Underbody .
Page 338 ..Recreational Vehicle Towing . ,. Refpigmants, Conditioning Remote ....Lock Control Restraints Checking ....Child .
Page 339 Work, Doing Your Own 1-52 Service and Appearance Care 1-20 Service and Owner Publications Service Publications 1-34 Service Vehicle Soon Light Servicing Your Air Bag-Equipped Oldsmobile Sheet Metal Damage 4-36 ShiftLever Shifting Automatic Transaxle Into Park (P) 1.2. 1.52 Out of Park (P) .
Page 340 Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster SignalingTurns ........Skidding .
Page 341 Temperature Traction Treadwear Uniform Quality Grading Used Replacement Wheel Wear Indicators Wheel Replacement When It’s Time for New TopStrap TorqueLock Torque. Wheel Nut Towing FromtheFront From the Rear Recreational Vehicle TowingaTrailer Towing Your Vehicle Towing Your Vehicle From the Front Towing Your Vehicle From the Rear Trailer Backing Up with...
Page 342 ! ? & Loading y ; $ i $ Storage ..Ventilation System .., ... Visor VaniSy Mirrors Visors, Sun . . . 4-30 6-28 2-44...
Page 345 Height...
Page 346 fuel Release Hood Page 6-8...

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