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Page 2: Emergency Towing
Every 2000 Silhouette under warranty is backed with the following services: Courtesy Transportation Trip Routing Bumper-to-Bumper 3-years/36,000 miles (60 000 km) Limited Warranty 1-800-442-OLDS 1-800-442-OLDS For vehicles purchased in Canada, For vehicles purchased in Canada, 1-800-268-6800) 1-800-268-6800) call call that provides in an emergency: Free lockout assistance Free...
Page 4: Table Of Contents
Seats and Seat Controls Section Safety Belts Keys and Door Locks Section Remote Lock Control (Option) Automatic Transaxle Parking Brake Windows Tilt Wheel Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever Windshield Wipers Cruise Control Table of Contents Seats and Restraint Systems Air Bag Systems Child Restraints Features and Controls Interior and Exterior Lamps...
Page 5 Heating and Air Conditioning Section Setting the Radio Clock Radio/Cassette Player/CD Player Defensive Driving Section Drunken Driving Control of a Vehicle Braking Steering Hazard Warning Flashers Section Jump Starting Towing Your Vehicle Table of Contents (cont'd) Comfort Controls and Audio Systems Radio Theft-Deterrent Feature Steering Wheel Controls (If Equipped) Your Driving and the Road...
Page 6 Fuel Section Checking Fluids and Lubricants GM Oil Life System™ Engine Air Cleaner/Filter Passenger Compartment Air Filter Brakes Bulb Replacement Section Scheduled Maintenance Owners Checks and Services Periodic Maintenance Inspections Table of Contents (cont'd) Service and Appearance Care Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement Tires and Wheels Appearance Care Electrical System/Fuses and Circuit Breakers...
Page 7 Customer Satisfaction Procedures Section Customer Assistance Offices Roadside Assistance and Courtesy Transportation In the Index you will find an alphabetical listing of almost every subject in this manual. Section Please refer to the last page of this manual for your Table of Contents (cont'd) Customer Assistance Information Warranty Information...
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 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 10: 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. viii 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 11: Vehicle Symbols
Vehicle Symbols These are some of the symbols you may find on your vehicle. For example, These symbols 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 12: Service Station Guide
Service Station Guide Windshield Washer Battery Tire Pressure Fluid See Section 6 See Section 6 See Section 6 Spare Tire Pressure a More Detailed Look at See Section 5 What's Under the Hood See Section 6 Engine Oil Dipstick See Section 6 Secondary Fuel Oil Viscosity...
Page 13: Section 1 Seats And Restraint Systems
Section 1 Seats and Restraint Systems Here you’ll find information about the seats in your vehicle 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 Rear Seats Safety Belts: They’re for Everyone...
Page 14: Section 1 Seats And Seat Controls
Seats and Seat Controls This section tells you about the seats them, take them out, put them back in, fold and unfold them. Driver’s 4-Way Manual Seat Use the lever located on the front left side of the seat to adjust the seat forward or rearward.
Page 15 CAUTION: You can lose control of the vehicle if you try to adjust a manual driver’s seat while the vehicle is moving. The sudden movement could startle and confuse you, or make you push a pedal when you don’t want to. Adjust the driver’s seat only when the vehicle is not moving.
Page 16: Reclining Front Seatbacks
Heated Front Seats (Option) The heated seat switch is located in the instrument panel switchbank. This feature will quickly heat the lower cushions and lower back of the driver’s and front passenger’s seats for added comfort. The left switch is for the driver’s and the right switch is for the front passenger’s seat.
Page 17 But don’t have a seatback reclined if your vehicle is moving. CAUTION: 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. The shoulder belt can’t do its job because it won’t be against your body.
Page 18: Head Restraints
Head Restraints Head restraints are fixed on some models and adjustable on others. Slide an adjustable head restraint up or down so that the top of the restraint is closest to the top of your ears. This position reduces the chance of a neck injury in a crash.
Page 19: Second Row Safety Belt Stowage
Second Row Safety Belt Stowage If your vehicle has seats in the third row, there is a sleeve on the second row outside safety belt to store the safety belt while entering and exiting the third row of the vehicle. If your vehicle has a split bench seat in the second row, follow this procedure: 1.
Page 20: Split Bench Seats
Split Bench Seats If you have the split bench seat (50/50 or 40/60), the seatbacks can be folded down individually and the sections can be removed individually. The sections can also be adjusted forward or rearward individually. The second row (40/60) split bench may be equipped with a built in child restraint.
Page 21 Adjusting the Split Bench Seats There are two adjustment levers on each section of the split bench seats to adjust the seat forward or rearward. One is located below the center, in the front of each section of the split bench. The other lever is located on the rear of the seat.
Page 22 Removing the Split Bench Seat Make sure the seatback is in the upright position. 1. For the second row split bench, with the seatback in the upright position, unhook the side attachment for the safety belt. This mini buckle is located on the right side of the seat.
Page 23 6. To unlatch the front latches, squeeze the angled latch release bar toward the straight crossbar. 7. Remove the seat by rocking it slightly toward the rear of the vehicle and then pulling it out. Repeat these steps for the other section of the split bench seat.
Page 24 1. Squeeze the angled bar toward the solid crossbar while placing the front hooks of the bench seat onto the front two floor pins. 1-12 2. Make sure the bench seat is angled so that the front hooks clear the floor pins. If the front legs are not attached correctly, the rear legs will not attach to the rear set of floor pins.
Page 25 If the front latches are not attaching correctly, check that the seat is in the full rear position. 3. Firmly push the rear hooks onto the rear floor pins by pushing down on the rear of the seat. 4. Try to raise the seat to check that it is locked down. CAUTION: A seat that isn’t locked into place properly can move around in a collision or sudden stop.
Page 26: Bucket Seats
7. Attach the mini buckle so that the safety belt is ready for use when a passenger uses the seat. The buckle reattaches by pushing the latch into the buckle until the red center pops out again. Repeat these steps for the other section of the split bench seat.
Page 27 Folding or Reclining the Seatbacks The seatback on a bucket seat can be either folded down or reclined. The following explains how to use either the nylon strap or the lever to fold or recline the seatback. To fold down the seatback, pull this nylon strap located on the rear of the seat.
Page 28 Adjusting the Bucket Seats There are two adjustment levers on each seat to adjust the seat forward or rearward. One is located below the center, in front of the bucket seat. 1-16 The other lever is located on the rear of the bucket seat. Lift up either lever and slide the seat forward to allow for extra storage behind the seat, or slide the seat back to allow extra room for passengers.
Page 29 Removing the Bucket Seats Make sure the seatback is in the upright position. The head restraints should be fully down. 1. Lift the seatback recliner lever or pull the nylon strap on the back of the seat to fold the seatback forward. 2.
Page 30 4. To unlatch the front latches, with the seat folded forward, squeeze the angled latch release bar toward the straight crossbar. 5. Remove the seat by rocking it slightly toward the rear of the vehicle and then pulling it out. This should be done in one motion.
Page 31 Make sure the seat is in the full rear position before beginning this procedure. 1. With the seat folded, squeeze the angled bar toward the solid crossbar while placing the front hooks of the bucket seat onto the front two floor pins. 2.
Page 32 CAUTION: A seat that isn’t locked into place properly can move around in a collision or sudden stop. People in the vehicle could be injured. Be sure to lock the seat into place properly when installing it. 4. Try to raise the seat to check that it is locked down. 5.
Page 33 The seatbacks on the second row captain chairs fold forward to put items behind the left and right seats. Lift the lever and fold the seatback forward. The seatback will lock into place when you push it back to the upright position. The seatback lever will not lift and fold if the seatback is at an 88 _ angle or less.
Page 34 Replacing the Captain’s Chairs The left chair goes in the A and C sets of floor pins. The right chair goes in the D and F sets of floor pins. 2. The seat can then be lifted off the front floor pins and removed from the vehicle.
Page 35 2. Push the rear of the seat down to lock the rear latches onto the rear set of floor pins. 3. Push and pull on the seat to be sure it is properly attached. CAUTION: A seat that isn’t locked into place properly can move around in a collision or sudden stop.
Page 36: Safety Belts: They're For Everyone
Safety Belts: They’re for Everyone This part of the manual tells you how to use safety belts properly. It also tells you some things you should not do with safety belts. And it explains the Supplemental Restraint System (SRS), or air bag system. CAUTION: Don’t let anyone ride where he or she can’t wear a safety belt properly.
Page 37: Why Safety Belts Work
In 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 a crash. If you do have a crash, you don’t know if it will be a bad one. A few crashes are mild, and some crashes can be so serious that even buckled up a person wouldn’t survive.
Page 38 Put someone on it. Get it up to speed. Then stop the vehicle. The rider doesn’t stop. 1-26...
Page 39 The person keeps going until stopped by something. or the instrument panel ... In a real vehicle, it could be the windshield ... 1-27...
Page 40 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. 1-28 Here Are Questions Many People Ask About Safety Belts...
Page 41: How To Wear Safety Belts Properly
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 driver doesn’t protect you from things beyond your control, such as bad drivers.
Page 42: Driver Position
Driver Position This part describes the driver’s restraint system. Lap-Shoulder Belt The driver has a lap shoulder belt. Here’s how to wear it properly. 1. Close and lock the door. 2. Adjust the seat (to see how, see “Seats” in the Index) so you can sit up straight.
Page 43 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” at the end of this section. Make sure the release button on the buckle is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to.
Page 44 Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster Before you begin to drive, move the shoulder belt adjuster to the height that is right for you. 1-32 To move it down, push down on the button and move the height adjuster to the desired position. You can move the adjuster up just by pushing up on the shoulder belt guide.
Page 45 What’s wrong with this? The shoulder belt is too loose. It won’t give nearly as much protection this way. CAUTION: 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 46 What’s wrong with this? The belt is buckled in the wrong place. 1-34 CAUTION: 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 47 What’s wrong with this? The belt is over an armrest. CAUTION: You can be seriously injured if your belt goes over an armrest like this. The belt would be much too high. In a crash, you can slide under the belt. The belt force would then be applied at the abdomen, not at the pelvic bones, and that could cause serious or fatal injuries.
Page 48 What’s wrong with this? The shoulder belt is worn under the arm. It should be worn over the shoulder at all times. 1-36 CAUTION: 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 and neck injury.
Page 49 What’s wrong with this? The belt is twisted across the body. CAUTION: 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 dealer to fix it.
Page 50: 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 51: 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 52: Supplemental Restraint Systems (Srs)
Supplemental Restraint Systems (SRS) This part explains the frontal and side impact Supplemental Restraint Systems (SRS) or air bag systems. Your vehicle has four air bags a frontal air bag for the driver, another frontal air bag for the right front passenger, a side impact air bag for the driver, and another side impact air bag for the right front passenger.
Page 53 CAUTION: Both frontal and side impact air bags inflate with great force, faster than the blink of an eye. If you’re too close to an inflating air bag, as you would be if you were leaning forward, it could seriously injure you. Safety belts help keep you in position for air bag inflation before and during a crash.
Page 54: How The Air Bag Systems Work
How the Air Bag Systems Work Where are the air bags? The driver’s frontal air bag is in the middle of the steering wheel. 1-42 The right front passenger’s frontal air bag is in the instrument panel on the passenger’s side. The driver’s side impact air bag is in the side of the driver’s seatback closest to the door.
Page 55 The right front passenger’s side impact air bag is in the side of the passenger’s seatback closest to the door. CAUTION: If something is between an occupant and an air bag, the bag might not inflate properly or it might force the object into that person. The path of an inflating air bag must be kept clear.
Page 56 When should an air bag inflate? The driver’s and right front passenger’s frontal air bags are designed to inflate in moderate to severe frontal or near frontal crashes. The frontal air bags are designed to inflate only if the impact speed is above the system’s designed “threshold level.”...
Page 57 How does an air bag restrain? In moderate to severe frontal or near frontal collisions, even belted occupants can contact the steering wheel or the instrument panel. In moderate to severe side collisions, even belted occupants can contact the inside of the vehicle.
Page 58 In many crashes severe enough to inflate an air bag, 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 an air bag inflates, you’ll need some new parts for your air bag system.
Page 59: Safety Belt Pretensioners
Servicing Your Air Bag-Equipped Vehicle Air bags affect how your vehicle should be serviced. There are parts of the air bag systems in several places around your vehicle. Your dealer and the service manual have information about servicing your vehicle and the air bag systems.
Page 60: Rear Seat Outside Passenger Positions
Rear Seat Outside Passenger Positions 1-48 Shoulder Belt The positions next to the windows have lap belts. Here’s how to wear one properly. 1. Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you. Don’t let it get twisted. The shoulder belt may lock if you pull the belt across you very quickly.
Page 61 Second Row Outside Passenger Positions Third Row Outside Passenger Positions If the belt stops before it reaches the buckle, tilt the latch plate and keep pulling until you can buckle it. Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure. On some vehicles, when the shoulder belt is pulled out all the way, it will lock.
Page 62 3. To make the lap part tight, pull down on the buckle The lap part of the belt should be worn low and snug on end of the belt as you pull up on the shoulder part. the hips, just touching the thighs. In a crash, this applies force to the strong pelvic bones.
Page 63: Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides For Children And Small Adults
CAUTION: 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. Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides for Children and Small Adults Your vehicle may have rear shoulder belt comfort...
Page 64 Here’s how to install a comfort guide and use the safety belt: 2. Place the guide over the belt and insert the two edges of the belt into the slots of the guide. 1. Remove the guide from its storage clip on the side of the seatback.
Page 65 3. Be sure that the belt is not twisted and it lies flat. The guide must be on top of the belt. 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.
Page 66: Center Passenger Position
Center Passenger Position (Bench Seat) Lap Belt If your vehicle has a third row rear bench seat, someone can sit in the center position. 1-54 When you sit in the center position of the bench seat, 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.
Page 67: Center Passenger Position (Bucket Seat)
To make the belt shorter, pull its free end as shown until the belt is snug. Buckle, position and release it the same way as the lap part of a lap shoulder belt. If the belt isn’t long enough, see “Safety Belt Extender” at the end of this section. Make sure the release button on the buckle is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to.
Page 68 When you sit in the center position bucket seat, you have a lap safety belt which has a retractor. 1. Pick up the latch plate and, in a single motion, pull the belt across you. Don’t let it get twisted. 2.
Page 69: Smaller Children And Babies
The center position bucket seat is a CENTER OR LEFT type seat. Because it is the only bucket seat with a lap belt, and has a buckle on only one side, there are certain places a CENTER OR LEFT type bucket seat should, and should not, be used.
Page 70 CAUTION: 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 71 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) CAUTION: (Continued) at only 25 mph (40 km/h), a 12 will suddenly become a 240 your arms.
Page 72: Built - In Child Restraint (Option)
Built in Child Restraint (Option) 60/40 Bench Seat If your vehicle has this option in a bucket seat, each Bucket Seat bucket seat that has the built in child restraint fits in only one location in your vehicle. To find out where a bucket seat that has a built in child restraint must be located in your vehicle, see “Removable Rear Bucket...
Page 73 This child restraint system conforms to all applicable Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards. Each child restraint is designed for use only by children who weigh between 22 and 40 pounds (10 and 18 kg) and whose height is between 33.5 and 40 inches (850 and 1 016 mm) and who are capable of sitting upright alone.
Page 74: Securing A Child In The Built-In Child Restraint
Securing a Child in the Built-In Child Restraint 1. Raise the head restraint until the lower edge of the head restraint is even with the top of the seatback. 1-62 2. Rotate the head restraint rearward until it touches the top of the seatback.
Page 75: Safety Belts
3. Lower the child restraint cushion. You’ll be using the child restraint’s harness (A) to secure your child. Don’t use the vehicle’s safety belts. 1-63...
Page 76 CAUTION: Using the vehicle’s regular safety belts on a child seated on the child restraint cushion can cause serious injury to the child in a sudden stop or crash. If a child is the proper size for the built child restraint, secure the child using the child restraint’s harness.
Page 77 6. Select only one side of the harness. Place the harness over the child’s shoulder. 7. Push the latch plate (B) into the buckle until it clicks. Be sure the buckle is free of any foreign objects that may prevent you from securing the latch plates. If you can’t secure a latch plate, see your dealer for service before using the child restraint.
Page 78 11. Now fasten the left and right halves of the shoulder harness clip together. The purpose of this clip is to help keep the harness positioned on the child’s shoulders. 1-66 CAUTION: An unfastened shoulder harness clip won’t help keep the harness in place on the child’s shoulders. If the harness isn’t on the child’s shoulders, it won’t be able to restrain the child’s upper body in a sudden stop or crash.
Page 79 12. Pull the shoulder harness adjustment strap (C) firmly until the harness is snugly adjusted around the child. You should not be able to put more than two fingers between the harness and the child’s chest. Make sure the harness and buckle strap are not twisted.
Page 80 Removing the Child from the Built-In Child Restraint 1. Unfasten the shoulder harness clip. 1-68 2. Unlatch the harness by pushing the button on the buckle. 3. Move one side of the harness off the child’s shoulder. 4. Move the other side of the harness off the child’s shoulder.
Page 81: Storing The Built-In Child Restraint
Storing the Built-In Child Restraint Always properly store the built in child restraint before using the vehicle’s lap shoulder belt. 1. Move both latch plates and both sides of the shoulder harness clip to the bottom of the harness straps. 2.
Page 82 4. Then press the leg rest firmly into the seatback, and secure it by pressing the upper corners against the fastener strips on the seatback. 1-70 5. Rotate the head restraint forward and push it all the way down. Just like the other restraint systems in your vehicle, your built in child restraint needs to be periodically checked and may need to have parts replaced after a crash.
Page 83: Child Restraints
Child Restraints Every time infants and young children ride in vehicles, they should have protection provided by appropriate restraints. What are the different types of add child restraints? on child restraints are available in four basic types. When selecting a child restraint, take into consideration not only the child’s weight and size, but also whether or not the restraint will be compatible with the motor vehicle in which it...
Page 84 A rear facing infant restraint (B) positions an infant to face the rear of the vehicle. Rear facing infant restraints are designed for infants of up to about 20 lbs. (9 kg) and about one year of age. This type of restraint faces the rear so that the infant’s head, neck and body can have the support they need in a frontal crash.
Page 85 A forward facing child restraint (C E) positions a child upright to face forward in the vehicle. These forward facing restraints are designed to help protect children who are from 20 to 40 lbs. (9 to 18 kg) and about 26 to 40 inches (66 to 102 cm) in height, or up to around four years of age.
Page 86: Where To Put The Restraint
A booster seat (F) is designed for children who are about 40 to 60 lbs., or even up to 80 lbs. (18 to 27 kg, or even up to 36 kg), and about four to eight years of age. A booster seat is designed to improve the fit of the vehicle’s safety belt system.
Page 87: Top Strap
CAUTION: A child in a rear facing child restraint can be seriously injured or killed if the right front passenger’s air bag inflates. This is because the back of the rear facing child restraint would be very close to the inflating air bag. Always secure a rear facing child restraint in a rear seat.
Page 88 A child restraint with a top strap should only be used in the second or third row. Don’t use a child restraint with a top strap in the right front passenger’s position or in the center position of a third row seat, because there’s no place to anchor the top strap.
Page 89: 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. Be sure to follow the instructions that came with the child restraint.
Page 90 Second Row Outside Passenger Position Third Row Outside Passenger Positions 3. Tilt the latch plate to adjust the belt if needed. If the shoulder belt goes in front of the child’s face or neck, put it behind the child restraint. 1-78...
Page 91 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. 5. Some vehicles have a child restraint locking feature on the shoulder belt retractor. You can tell if your vehicle has this feature by pulling the shoulder belt all the way out of the retractor.
Page 92 If your vehicle has the child restraint locking feature on the shoulder belt retractor, pull the rest of the shoulder belt all the way out of the retractor to set the lock. 1-80 To tighten the belt, feed the shoulder belt back into the retractor while you push down on the child restraint.
Page 93 Securing a Child Restraint in the Center Seat Position (Third Row Bench Seat) You’ll be using the lap belt. Be sure to follow the instructions that came with the child restraint. Secure the child in the child restraint when and as the instructions say.
Page 94 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. 5. To tighten the belt, pull its free end while you push down on the child restraint. If you’re using a forward facing child restraint, you may find it helpful to use your knee to push down on the child...
Page 95 2. Pull the lap belt all the way out without stopping. 3. While holding it out, run the belt through or around the child restraint. The child restraint instructions will show you how. 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.
Page 96: Securing A Child Restraint In The Right Front Seat Position
5. To tighten the belt, feed it back into the retractor while you push down on the child restraint. If you’re using 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.
Page 97 CAUTION: A child in a rear facing child restraint can be seriously injured or killed if the front passenger’s air bag inflates. This is because the back of the rear facing child restraint would be very close to the inflating air bag. If your vehicle is a passenger van, always secure a rear restraint in a rear seat.
Page 98 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. 1-86 6. Some vehicles have a child restraint locking feature on the shoulder belt retractor. You can tell if your vehicle has this feature by pulling the shoulder belt all the way out of the retractor.
Page 99 If your vehicle has the child restraint locking feature on the shoulder belt retractor, pull the rest of the shoulder belt all the way out of the retractor to set the lock. To tighten the belt, feed the shoulder belt back into the retractor while you push down on the child restraint.
Page 100: Larger Children
Larger Children Children who have outgrown child restraints should wear the vehicle’s safety belts. If you have the choice, a child should sit next to a window so the child can wear a lap get the additional restraint a shoulder belt can provide. 1-88 Accident statistics show that children are safer if they are restrained in the rear seat.
Page 101 CAUTION: Never do this. Here two children are wearing the same belt. The belt can’t properly spread the impact forces. In a crash, the two children can be crushed together and seriously injured. A belt must be used by only one person at a time. What if a child is wearing a lap but the child is so small that the shoulder belt is very close to the child’s face or neck?
Page 102 1-90 CAUTION: Never do this. Here a child is sitting in a seat that has a shoulder belt, but the shoulder part is behind 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 103: Checking Your Restraint Systems
Safety Belt Extender If the vehicle’s safety belt will fasten around you, you should use it. But if a safety belt isn’t long enough to fasten, your dealer 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 104: Replacing Restraint System Parts After A Crash
Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash If you’ve had a crash, do you need new safety belts or built in child restraint parts? After a very minor collision, nothing may be necessary. But if the safety belts or built in child restraint harness straps were stretched, as they would be if worn during a more severe crash, then you need new safety belts or...
Page 105: 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 the instrument panel and the warning systems that tell you if everything is working properly and what to do if you have a problem.
Page 106 Keys CAUTION: Leaving 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 the power windows or other controls or even make the vehicle move. Don’t leave the keys in a vehicle with children.
Page 107 If you need a new key, contact your Oldsmobile dealer, who can obtain the correct key code. In an emergency, call Oldsmobile Roadside Assistance at 1 OLDS (6537).
Page 108: Door Locks
Door Locks CAUTION: 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 109: Power Door Locks
Power Door Locks From the inside, press the front of the power door lock switch (on either front door) to unlock all doors and the liftgate. If your vehicle is equipped with the content theft deterrent system, the power door lock switch will not unlock the doors until the system is disarmed.
Page 110: Sliding Door Delayed Locking
Last Door Closed Locking The last door closed locking feature makes it easier to use your power door locks to lock all the doors and the liftgate when leaving your vehicle. When any door or the liftgate is open, the first time you attempt to lock the doors using the power lock switch or the remote lock control transmitter (if equipped), this will result in three chimes to signal that last door closed...
Page 111: Leaving Your Vehicle
Lockout Deterrent The lockout deterrent feature makes it difficult for you to lock your keys in your vehicle. If the driver’s door is open while the keys are in the ignition, a chime will sound and you will not be able to use your power door lock switch to lock the vehicle.
Page 112: Operation
This device complies with RSS 210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device. Changes or modifications to this system by other than an authorized service facility could void authorization to use this equipment.
Page 113 Remote Lock Confirmation (If Equipped) If your vehicle is equipped with the content theft deterrent system, your remote lock control transmitter will have this feature. When you use the remote lock control transmitter to lock your vehicle, the parking lamps will flash briefly to let you know the command has been received.
Page 114: Battery Replacement
You can operate the power sliding door with the remote transmitter only when the power sliding door override switch on the overhead console is turned off. Matching Transmitter(s) To Your Vehicle Each remote lock control transmitter is coded to prevent another transmitter from unlocking your vehicle.
Page 115 2. Gently pry the battery out of the transmitter. Do not use the metal flanges to “pop out” the battery. 3. Replace the battery. 4. Reassemble the transmitter. Make sure the halves are snapped together tightly so water will not get in. 5.
Page 116: Instrument Panel Switchbank
Switchbanks There are two sets of switchbanks located in the front of the vehicle. The switches will vary with the options that are on your vehicle. It is useful to become familiar with them since they are used frequently while operating the vehicle. Overhead Console Switchbank This switchbank is located in the overhead console.
Page 117: Multifunction Alarm Locks And Lighting Choices
Multifunction Alarm Locks and Lighting Choices Your vehicle’s locks and lighting systems can be programmed with several different features. The features you can program depend on the options that came with your vehicle. The following chart shows the features that can be programmed.
Page 118: Delayed Illumination And Exit Lighting
Entering Programming Mode To program features, your vehicle must be in the programming mode. Follow these steps: 1. The content theft deterrent system (if equipped) must be disarmed. See “Content Theft System” in this section. 2. Remove the BCM PRGRM fuse from the instrument panel fuse block, located to the right of the glove box.
Page 119 Vehicles are delivered programmed in Mode 4. To change the mode: 1. Follow the instructions for “Entering Programming Mode” listed previously. 2. Turn the interior lamps control all the way clockwise and then back slightly counterclockwise. 3. Count the number of chimes you hear. The number of chimes tells you which mode your vehicle is in.
Page 120 Vehicles are delivered programmed in Mode 3. To change the mode: 1. Follow the instructions for “Entering Programming Mode” listed previously. 2. Press LOCK on the power door lock switch. 3. Count the number of chimes you hear. The number of chimes tells you which mode your vehicle is in.
Page 121: Remote Driver's Unlock Control
Mode 3: Last Door Closed Locking Only (If the power door lock switch or remote lock control transmitter (if equipped) is used to lock the vehicle while any door or the liftgate is open, you will hear three chimes. The doors will not lock.
Page 122: Remote Lock And Unlock Confirmation
To change the mode: 1. Follow the instructions for “Entering Programming Mode” listed previously. 2. Press UNLOCK on the remote lock control transmitter. 3. Count the number of chimes you hear. The number of chimes tells you which mode your vehicle is in. You can change the mode by pressing UNLOCK again.
Page 123: Content Theft-Deterrent System
The content theft shock sensor detects if anyone damages your vehicle. The shock sensors sensitivity can be adjusted, by your Oldsmobile Dealer, if more or less sensitivity is desired. To customize this feature to your preference, see “Programmable Modes”...
Page 124 Programmable Modes Your vehicle can be programmed to one of the following modes. Mode 1: Damage Detection with Reduced Sensitivity (If anyone seriously damages your vehicle or opens a door or the liftgate while your content theft system is armed, an alarm will sound and your parking lamps will flash for up to two minutes.) Mode 2: Damage Detection Off (If anyone opens a door or the liftgate while your content theft...
Page 125: Arming And Disarming The Content Theft-Deterrent System
Arming and Disarming the Content Theft-Deterrent System To arm and disarm the content theft the system must be turned on by using Modes 1, 2 or 4 listed previously in this section under “Content Theft Deterrent System.” With the arming and disarming feature, you can program the vehicle to do the following: Arm the system when you lock the doors using either power door lock switch while any door or the liftgate...
Page 126 While this mode provides increased security, it can be a problem if your remote lock control transmitter is damaged, lost or if it fails to operate for any reason while the content theft deterrent system is armed. The content theft deterrent system must be disarmed for the engine to run while in Mode 2;...
Page 127: Sliding Door
5. Repeat Step 3 until you hear the number of chimes that matches the mode you want. 6. Remove your key from the door key cylinder. The mode you selected is now set. You can either exit the programming mode by following the instructions next in this section or program the next feature available on your vehicle.
Page 128: Sliding Door Lock
Sliding Door Lock CAUTION: If your vehicle is facing downward on a steep grade (15 percent or more), the door may not stay open and could slam shut, possibly injuring someone. To make sure the door does not slam shut, be sure to hold it open until everyone is clear of the door, and only then allow it to slowly close.
Page 129 Lock the sliding door from inside the vehicle by moving the manual locking lever down. Unlock it by moving the lever up. With power door locks, the sliding door lock has a delay feature. See “Power Door Locks” or “Multifunction Alarm Locks and Lighting Choices”...
Page 130 This switch is located in the overhead console switchbank. Pushing the bottom of the button turns the power sliding door off. When the power sliding door switch is turned off, you will not be able to open the door using the switch located on the overhead console switchbank, the wall mounted switch in front of the passenger’s sliding...
Page 131 The power sliding door override switch will also stop the door immediately, while the door is opening or closing, when the switch is turned off. The power sliding door will only open if the transaxle is in PARK (P). The transaxle does not have to be in PARK (P) to close the door.
Page 132 CAUTION: You or others could be injured if caught in the path of the sliding door. Make sure the door path is clear before closing the door. If you want to open the power sliding door when the switch is turned on, pull the inside or outside handle and let go.
Page 133: Sliding Door Security Lock
CAUTION: If your vehicle is facing downward on a steep grade (15 percent or more), the door may not stay open and could slam shut, possibly injuring someone. To make sure the door does not slam shut, turn on the power sliding door feature. Then if the door closes, it will close under the control of the power door system.
Page 134: Resetting The Power Sliding Door
If you want to open the sliding door when the security lock is on, unlock the sliding door and open the door from the outside. You should let adults and older children know how the security lock works, and how to cancel the lock. If you don’t, adults or older children who ride in the rear won’t be able to open the sliding door from the inside when the security lock feature is in use.
Page 135: Canceling The Sliding Door Security Lock
Canceling the Sliding Door Security Lock 1. Unlock the sliding door and open the door from the outside. 2. Move the security lock lever all the way down. The sliding door lock will now work normally. Liftgate To unlock the liftgate from the outside, turn the key in the cylinder clockwise.
Page 136: Key In The Ignition
To close the liftgate, pull down on the handle, then firmly shut the liftgate. Don’t drive with the liftgate open, even slightly. See “Engine Exhaust” in the Index. A message in your message center will warn you if the liftgate is not completely closed. See “Rear Hatch Ajar Warning Message”...
Page 137 Parking at Night Park in a lighted spot, close all windows and lock your vehicle. Remember to keep your valuables out of sight. Put them in a storage area, or take them with you. Parking Lots If you park in a lot where someone will be watching your vehicle, it’s best to lock it up and take your key.
Page 138: Arming With The Power Lock Switch
Once armed, the alarm will go off if someone tries to enter the vehicle (without using the remote lock control transmitter or a key), breaks a window, tries to damage the vehicle or turns the ignition on. The horn will sound and the parking lamps will flash for up to two minutes.
Page 139: Disarming With Your Key
Disarming with the Remote Lock Control Transmitter Your alarm system will disarm when you use your remote lock control transmitter to unlock the doors. The security light will stop flashing to let you know the system is no longer armed. Disarming with Your Key Your alarm system will disarm when you use your key to unlock the doors.
Page 140 This device complies with Part 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 141 To program the new key: 1. Insert the ignition key in the ignition and start the engine. If the engine will not start see your dealer for service. 2. After the engine has started, turn the key to OFF, and remove the key. 3.
Page 142: Ignition Positions
Ignition Positions With the key in the ignition, you can turn the switch to five positions. ACCESSORY (A): This is an on position in which you can operate your electrical power accessories. Press in the ignition switch as you turn the top of it toward you. LOCK (B): This is the only position in which you can remove the key.
Page 143: Starting Your Engine
START (E): This position starts the engine. When the engine starts, release the key. The ignition switch will return to RUN for normal driving. If the engine is not running, ACCESSORY and RUN are positions that allow you to operate your electrical accessories, such as the radio.
Page 144 2. If it doesn’t start right away, hold your key in START. If it doesn’t start in three seconds (or starts but then stops), push the accelerator pedal about quarter of the way down for 12 more seconds, or until it starts. 3.
Page 145: Engine Coolant Heater (If Equipped)
Engine Coolant Heater (If Equipped) In very cold weather, 0 _ F ( 18 _ C) or colder, the engine coolant heater can help. You’ll get easier starting and better fuel economy during engine warm the coolant heater should be plugged in a minimum of four hours prior to starting your vehicle.
Page 146: Automatic Transaxle
Automatic Transaxle Operation Maximum engine speed is limited when you’re in PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N), to protect driveline components from improper operation. There are several different positions for your shift lever. PARK (P): This gear position locks your front wheels. It’s the best position to use when you start your engine because your vehicle can’t move easily.
Page 147 REVERSE (R): Use this gear to back up. NOTICE: Shifting to REVERSE (R) while your vehicle is moving forward could damage your transaxle. Shift to REVERSE (R) only after your vehicle is stopped. To rock your vehicle back and forth to get out of snow, ice or sand without damaging your transaxle, see “Stuck: In Sand, Mud, Ice or Snow”...
Page 148 AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE (D): This position is for normal driving. If you need more power for passing, and you’re: Going less than 35 mph (55 km/h), push your accelerator pedal about halfway down. Going about 35 mph (55 km/h) or more, push the accelerator all the way down.
Page 149 NOTICE: Don’t drive in SECOND (2) for more than 25 miles (40 km), or at speeds over 55 mph (90 km/h), or you can damage your transaxle. Use THIRD (3) or AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE (D) as much as possible. Don’t shift into SECOND (2) unless you are going slower than 65 mph (105 km/h) or you can damage your engine.
Page 150: Parking Brake
Parking Brake To set the parking brake, hold the regular brake pedal down with your right foot and push down on the parking brake pedal with your left foot. If the ignition is on, the brake system warning light will come on.
Page 151: Shifting Into Park (P)
Shifting Into PARK (P) CAUTION: It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in PARK (P) with the parking brake firmly set. Your vehicle can roll. If you have left the engine running, the vehicle can move suddenly.
Page 152: Leaving Your Vehicle With The Engine Running
Move the lever up as far as it will go. 3. Turn 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). 2-48 Leaving Your Vehicle With the Engine Running...
Page 153: Torque Lock
Torque Lock If you are parking on a 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 154: Parking Over Things That Burn
Parking Over Things That Burn CAUTION: Things that can burn could touch hot exhaust parts under your vehicle and ignite. Don’t park over papers, leaves, dry grass or other things that can burn. 2-50 Engine Exhaust CAUTION: Engine exhaust can kill. It contains the gas carbon monoxide (CO), which you can’t see or smell.
Page 155: 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 ever you have to, here are some things to know. CAUTION: Idling the engine with the climate control system off could allow dangerous exhaust into your vehicle (see the earlier Caution under “Engine Exhaust”).
Page 156: Windows
Windows Power Windows The switches on the driver’s door armrest control the front windows (when the ignition is in RUN, ACCESSORY or when retained accessory power (RAP) is active. See “Retained Accessory Power” in the Index). The left switch controls the driver’s window. The right switch controls the passenger’s window.
Page 157: Power Rear Quarter Windows
Power Rear Quarter Windows (If Equipped) This button, located in the overhead console switchbank, is used for opening and closing the power rear quarter windows. Press the top ribbed side of the button to open the windows; both windows will open. The windows can be opened fully or only part way depending on how long the button is pushed.
Page 158: Turn Signal And Lane Change Indicator
Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever The lever on the left side of the steering column includes your: Turn Signal and Lane Change Indicator Headlamp High/Low Beam Changer Windshield Wiper and Washer Control Cruise Control Flash Pass 2-54 Turn Signal and Lane Change Indicator The turn signal has two upward (for right) and two downward (for left) positions.
Page 159: Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer
If a bulb is burned out, replace it to help avoid an accident. If the arrows don’t go on at all when you signal a turn, check for burned out bulbs and check the fuse (see “Fuses and Circuit Breakers” in the Index). If you have a trailer towing option with added wiring for the trailer lamps, the signal indicator will flash at a normal rate even if a turn signal bulb is burned out.
Page 160: Windshield Wipers
Windshield Wipers You control the windshield wipers by turning the band marked WIPER. For a single wiping cycle, turn the band 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 band on mist longer.
Page 161 Rear Window Washer/Wiper The rear window wiper switch is located in the instrument panel switchbank. Push the wiper symbol on the bottom of the button to turn on the intermittent wiper. To turn off the wiper, gently push the top of the button. To wash and wipe the rear window, push in the washer symbol on the top of the button.
Page 162: Cruise Control
Cruise Control With cruise control, you can maintain a speed of about 25 mph (40 km/h) or more without keeping your foot on the accelerator. This can really help on long trips. Cruise control does not work at speeds below about 25 mph (40 km/h).
Page 163 3. Push in the SET button at the end of the lever and release it. 4. Take your foot off the accelerator pedal. Resuming a Set Speed Suppose you set your cruise control at a desired speed and then you apply the brake. This, of course, shuts off the cruise control.
Page 164 Reducing Speed While Using Cruise Control There are two ways to reduce speed while using cruise control: Push in the SET button at the end of the lever until you reach the lower speed you want, then release it. To slow down in very small amounts, push the SET button briefly.
Page 165: Lamps On Reminder
Exterior Lamps Turning the dial to this setting turns on: Parking Lamps Sidemarker Lamps Taillamps Instrument Panel Lights Turning the dial to this setting turns on the headlamps, together with: Parking Lamps Sidemarker Lamps Taillamps Instrument Panel Lights Turning the dial to this setting turns off all the lamps and lights.
Page 166: Daytime Running Lamps
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 167: Interior Lamps Control
Fog Lamps The fog lamps switch is located in the instrument panel switchbank. Push the fog lamp symbol on the button to turn on the lamps. The indicator light will glow when the fog lamps are on. Push the ribbed part of the switch to turn them off. The indicator light will go off.
Page 168: Illuminated Entry
Interior Lamps Override Switch This switch is located in the overhead console switchbank. Press the symbol on the bottom of the switch to override control of the interior lamps and turn off power to the courtesy lamps, reading lamps, visor vanity lamps (if equipped) and glove box lamp.
Page 169: Exit Lighting
Delayed Illumination The delayed illumination feature will continue to illuminate the interior for 25 seconds after all doors have been closed so that you can find your ignition and buckle your safety belt at night. Delayed illumination will not occur while the ignition is in RUN or ACCESSORY.
Page 170: Front Reading Lamps
Front Reading Lamps There are two reading lamps in the overhead console. To turn either reading lamp on or off, press the lens of the lamp. These lamps will go on each time you open the doors, unless you turn on the interior lamps override feature. 2-66 Rear Reading Lamps There are two reading lamps in the third row headliner,...
Page 171: Battery Saver
Battery Saver Your vehicle has a feature to help prevent you from draining the battery, in case you accidentally leave the interior lamps on. If you leave any interior lamps on while the ignition is in LOCK or OFF, they will automatically turn off after 10 minutes.
Page 172: Glove Box
Both outside mirrors can be folded forward or rearward. In the rearward position, they will fold almost flush with the vehicle. This feature is particularly useful in automatic car washes. Your mirrors have a blue tint to reduce glare while driving at night.
Page 173: Compact Overhead Console
Compact Overhead Console The front overhead console includes two reading lamps, a storage compartment and a switchbank. The switchbank has switches for the optional power sliding door, power sliding door override, interior lights override and the power rear quarter windows. For information on these switches, see each of these features in the Index.
Page 174 Garage Door Opener Compartment You can store your garage door opener in the rear compartment of your overhead console, and operate it from this position. To install your garage door opener, follow these instructions: 1. Open the compartment by pressing the latch forward. Remove the piece of self sticking Velcro 2.
Page 175: Storage Bin
Sunglasses Storage Compartment To open the sunglasses storage compartment in the overhead console, press the release button. Then pull the compartment down to the full open position. Storage Bin At the base of the center instrument panel console, there is a storage bin. To open the bin, lift the latch release and the door will fold down.
Page 176: Rear Storage Compartments
Removing and Replacing the Tray To remove the tray, slide it almost all the way out. Don’t let the tray lock over the plastic tabs at the end of the guide rails (A). Lift the tray out of the guide rails. The rubber mat under the tray also lifts out for cleaning.
Page 177: Convenience Net (Option)
Convenience Net (Option) The optional convenience net is designed to help keep small loads, like grocery bags, from falling over during sharp turns or quick stops and starts. Install the convenience net at the rear of your vehicle, just inside the liftgate.
Page 178: Front Seat Storage Net
Side Convenience Nets The side convenience nets are designed to hold smaller items (about 8 lbs. (4 kg)) than the large convenience net. Attach the loops to the posts on the rear side panels, near the jack storage area. When not in use, it is recommend that you take down the convenience nets to extend their life and retain their elasticity.
Page 179: Luggage Carrier (Option)
Luggage Carrier (Option) CAUTION: If you try to carry something on top of your vehicle that is longer or wider than the luggage carrier like paneling, plywood, a mattress, and so forth the wind can catch it as you drive along.
Page 180 NOTICE: Loading cargo that weighs more than 150 lbs. (68 kg) on the luggage carrier may damage your vehicle. When you carry cargo on the luggage carrier of a proper size and weight, put it on the slats, as far forward as you can.
Page 181: Ashtray And Cigarette Lighter
After repositioning the crossrails, be sure to tighten the release knobs by turning them clockwise. This will lock the crossrails in place. Use the tie the slider to help secure large loads. Ashtray and Cigarette Lighter The ashtray and cigarette lighter are located below the instrument panel switchbank in the instrument panel, below the switchbank.
Page 182: 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. Visor Vanity Mirrors Pull down the sun visor. Flip up the cover to expose the vanity mirror.
Page 183 CAUTION: Inflating something too much can make it explode, and you or others could be injured. Be sure to read the inflator instructions, and inflate any object only to its recommended pressure. To use your air inflator system, the engine must be running or the ignition key in ACCESSORY.
Page 184: Accessory Power Outlets
Accessory Power Outlets Power outlets can be used to plug in electrical equipment such as a cellular telephone, CB radio, etc. Follow the proper installation instructions that are included with any electrical equipment you install. The front power outlet is located next to the ashtray and lighter.
Page 185: Onstar System (If Equipped)
OnStar System (If Equipped) OnStar is a vehicle communications service. The following services are available through a subscription with OnStar and are available 24 hours a day: Emergency Services Automatic Notification of Air Bag Deployment Theft Notification and Stolen Vehicle Tracking Roadside Assistance with Location Remote Diagnostics OnStar MED...
Page 186 The Instrument Panel Your Information System 2-82...
Page 187 The main components of the instrument panel are: A. Side Vents B. Front Vents C. Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever D. Hazard Warning Flashers Switch E. Instrument Panel Cluster F. Center Vents G. Audio System H. Side Vents I. Lamp Switch J. Hood Release K.
Page 188: Instrument Panel Cluster
Instrument Panel Cluster Your instrument panel cluster 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 indicator warning lights and gages are explained on the following pages.
Page 189: Dual Trip Odometers
Speedometer and Tamper Resistant Odometer Your speedometer lets you see your speed in both miles per hour (mph) and kilometers per hour (km/h). Your odometer shows how far your vehicle has been driven, in either miles (used in the United States) or kilometers (used in Canada).
Page 190 Retro Active Reset Each of the two trip odometers has a feature called retro active reset. This feature can be used to set either (or both) trip odometer(s) to the number of miles (kilometers) driven since the ignition was last turned on. This can be used if you forget to reset your trip odometer at the beginning of a trip.
Page 191: Safety Belt Reminder Light
Warning Lights, Gages, Messages and Indicators This part describes the warning lights and gages that may be on your vehicle. The pictures will help you locate them. Warning lights and gages can signal that something is wrong before it becomes serious enough to cause an expensive repair or replacement.
Page 192: Air Bag Readiness Light
Air Bag Readiness Light There is an air bag readiness light on the instrument panel, which shows an air bag symbol. The system checks the air bag’s electrical system for malfunctions. The light tells you if there is an electrical problem. The system check includes the air bag sensor, the air bag modules, the wiring and the diagnostic module.
Page 193: Brake System Warning Light
Brake System Warning Light When the ignition is on, the brake system warning light will come on when you set your parking brake. The light will stay on if your parking brake doesn’t release fully. If it stays on after your parking brake is fully released, it means you have a brake problem.
Page 194: Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light
Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light The anti system warning light should come on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition key to RUN. If the anti lock brake system warning light stays on longer than normal after you’ve started your engine, turn the ignition off.
Page 195: Engine Coolant Temperature Gage
If the traction control system is affected by an engine related problem, the system will turn off and the warning light will come on. If the traction control system warning light comes on and stays on for an extended period of time when the system is turned on, your vehicle needs service.
Page 196 This system is called OBD II (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. The SERVICE ENGINE SOON or CHECK ENGINE light comes on to indicate that there is a problem and service is required.
Page 197 Light On Steady An emission control system malfunction has been detected on your vehicle. Dealer or qualified service center diagnosis and service may be required. If the Light Is Flashing The following may prevent more serious damage to your vehicle: Reducing vehicle speed.
Page 198 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 when you put the vehicle into gear, misfiring, hesitation on acceleration or stumbling on acceleration.
Page 199: Fuel Gage
Fuel Gage United States When the indicator nears EMPTY (E), you still have a little fuel left, but you should get more soon. If your fuel is low, the warning message in the message center will go on. See “Low Fuel Warning Message” later in this section.
Page 200: Message Center
Message Center The message center is located in the instrument panel cluster. It gives you important safety and maintenance facts. Charging System Indicator Message The charging system battery symbol will come on in the message center when you turn on the ignition as a check to show you it is working.
Page 201: Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Message
If the traction control system warning message comes on and stays on for an extended period of time when the system is turned on, your vehicle needs service. Traction Active Message (Option) If your vehicle has the traction control system, the TRACTION ACTIVE message will appear when the traction control system...
Page 202: Low Coolant Level Warning Message
Low Coolant Level Warning Message If this message comes on, your system is low on coolant and the engine may overheat. See “Engine Coolant” in the Index and have your vehicle serviced as soon as possible. Low Oil Pressure Message Your vehicle is equipped with a LOW OIL PRESSURE...
Page 203: Power Sliding Door Warning Message
Low Engine Oil Level Message If this message comes on, it means your engine is low on oil. You need to check the oil level right away. Have your vehicle serviced immediately. Change Engine Oil Message If the CHANGE ENGINE OIL message comes on and stays on after you start the engine, have the...
Page 204: Rear Hatch Ajar Warning Message
Door Ajar Warning Message This message will come on when the ignition is turned to RUN or START and the driver’s or passenger’s door is open. It may also come on if a sliding door is not in the fully latched position.
Page 205: Driver Information Center (Option)
Driver Information Center (DIC) (Option) The DIC will show information about the vehicle and the surroundings. E/M (English/Metric Button): You can change the display to a metric or English reading at any time by pressing E/M. This button will also toggle the odometer display.
Page 206: Compass Variance
Compass Variance Compass variance is the difference between magnetic north and geographic north. In some areas of the country, the difference is great enough to cause the compass to give false readings. If this occurs, the compass variance must be set. Setting the Variance 2-102 Turn the ignition on and cycle the DIC to the...
Page 207: Resetting The Trip Computer
Manual Compass Calibration If the compass appears erratic and the calibration symbol does not appear, you must manually put the compass into the calibration mode. Turn the ignition on and cycle the DIC to the compass/temperature mode. Press both the E/M and MODE buttons simultaneously for at least 10 seconds until the calibration symbol appears.
Page 208: 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 vehicle. Be sure to read about the particular systems supplied with your vehicle. Comfort Controls Air Conditioning Heating Defogging and Defrosting...
Page 209: Comfort Controls
Comfort Controls This section tells you how to make your air system work for you. With this system, you can control the heating, cooling and ventilation in your vehicle. Your vehicle also has a flow through ventilation system described later in this section.
Page 210: Air Conditioning
DEFOG: This setting directs air to the windshield and through the floor ducts. This mode is useful during cold or inclement weather because of your vehicle’s larger windshield area. DEFROST: This setting directs most of the air to the windshield and side window vents. Mode Buttons OUTSIDE AIR: Press this button (the light will glow) to send outside air into your vehicle.
Page 211: Defogging And Defrosting
When the air conditioner compressor is on, you may sometimes notice slight changes in your vehicle’s engine performance and power. This is normal. The system is designed to help fuel economy while it maintains the desired cooling level. The air conditioner removes moisture from the air, so you may sometimes notice water dripping from under your vehicle’s engine compartment when it is idling or after it has been turned off.
Page 212: Rear Window Defogger (If Equipped)
Operating the HVAC system in the RECIRCULATION mode may cause fogging of the vehicle’s windows when the weather is cold and damp. To clear the fog, switch the HVAC system to either the DEFOG or DEFROST mode and increase the fan speed. To avoid re the windows, operate the HVAC system in the OUTSIDE AIR mode.
Page 213 To send conditioned air to the rear of the vehicle, press the A/C button (the light will glow) on the main climate controls. If you do not select A/C, air directed to the rear of the vehicle will be cabin temperature. Rear Fan Control This option comes with the rear climate controls.
Page 214 Turn the temperature knob counterclockwise (to the blue area) for cooler air, or clockwise (to the red area) for warmer air. To maintain a comfortable temperature in the rear, use either rear fan control to adjust the force of air coming through the rear outlets.
Page 215: Ventilation System
Ventilation System Your vehicle’s flow through ventilation system supplies outside air into the vehicle when it is moving. Outside air will also enter the vehicle when the fan is running. Your vehicle has air outlets that allow you to adjust the direction and amount of airflow inside the vehicle.
Page 216: Audio Systems
Audio Systems Your 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 audio 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 217 AUTO VOL: Your system has a feature called Speed Compensated Volume (SCV). With SCV, your audio system adjusts automatically to make up for road and wind noise as you drive. Set the volume at the desired level. Press AUTO VOL to adjust the SCV. AVOL will appear on the display.
Page 218 P SCAN: Press and hold one of the arrows for more than two seconds. The radio will produce one beep. Use P SCAN to listen to each of your favorite stations stored on your pushbuttons for a few seconds. The radio will scan through each of the stations stored on your pushbuttons, except those stations with weak reception.
Page 219 Adjusting the Speakers BAL: Press and release the P TYPE LIST/AUDIO knob until BAL appears on the display. Turn the knob clockwise to move the sound to the right speakers and counterclockwise to move the sound to the left speakers. The middle position balances the sound between the speakers.
Page 220 Accessing RDS Mode: 1. Push the SEEK TYPE button or rotate the P LIST/AUDIO knob to display the program type list. 2. Turn the knob either clockwise or counterclockwise to select a program type. The list is alphabetical. 3. Push SEEK TYPE button to activate search. VOL: Turn this knob clockwise to increase volume when RDS interrupts regular play.
Page 221 ALERT!: This type of announcement warns of national or local emergencies. You will not be able to turn off alert announcements. ALERT! appears on the display when an alert announcement plays. When an alert announcement comes on the tuned radio station, you will hear it, even if the volume is muted or a cassette tape or compact disc is playing.
Page 222 FWD (4): 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, SEEK and P SCAN controls.
Page 223 Tight/Loose Tape Sensor Defeat With the radio off and the ignition on, press and hold the TAPE AUX button to disable the tight/loose tape sensing feature to enable play of some tape head cleaners and portable CD adapters. The radio will display READY and flash the cassette icon.
Page 224 AUTO VOL: Your system has a feature called Speed Compensated Volume (SCV). With SCV, your audio system adjusts automatically to make up for road and wind noise as you drive. Set the volume at the desired level. Press AUTO VOL to adjust the SCV. AVOL will appear on the display.
Page 225 P SCAN: Press and hold one of the arrows for more than two seconds. The radio will produce one beep. Use P SCAN to listen to each of your favorite stations stored on your pushbuttons for a few seconds. The radio will scan through each of the stations stored on your pushbuttons, except those stations with weak reception.
Page 226 Adjusting the Speakers BAL: Press and release the P TYPE LIST/AUDIO knob until BAL appears on the display. Turn the knob clockwise to move the sound to the right speakers and counterclockwise to move the sound to the left speakers. The middle position balances the sound between the speakers.
Page 227 Accessing RDS Mode: 1. Push the SEEK TYPE button or turn the P LIST/AUDIO knob to display the program type list. 2. Turn the knob either clockwise or counterclockwise to select a program type. The list is alphabetical. 3. Push SEEK TYPE button to activate search. VOL: Turn this knob clockwise to increase volume when RDS interrupts regular play.
Page 228 PUSHBUTTONS: The six numbered pushbuttons let you return to your favorite Program Types (PTYs). These buttons have factory PTY presets. You can set up to 12 PTYs (six FM1 and six FM2). Just: 1. Press AM FM to select FM1 or FM2. 2.
Page 229 PREV (1): Press this button to go to the previous track if the current selection has been playing for less than eight seconds. If the PREV button is pressed and the current selection has been playing for more than eight seconds, it will go to the beginning of the current selection.
Page 230 AM FM: Press this button to play the radio when a disc is in the player. The disc will stop but remain in the player. CD: With a compact disc in the player and the radio playing, press this button to play a compact disc. Press AM FM to return to the radio when a compact disc is playing.
Page 231 AUTO VOL: Your system has a feature called Speed Compensated Volume (SCV). With SCV, your audio system adjusts automatically to make up for road and wind noise as you drive. Set the volume at the desired level. Press AUTO VOL to adjust the SCV. AVOL will appear on the display.
Page 232 P SCAN: Press and hold one of the arrows for more than two seconds. The radio will beep once to confirm. Use P SCAN to listen to each of your favorite stations stored on your pushbuttons for a few seconds. The radio will scan through each of the stations stored on your pushbuttons, except those stations with weak reception.
Page 233 Adjusting the Speakers BALANCE: Press and release the P LIST/AUDIO knob until BAL appears on the display. Turn the knob clockwise to move the sound to the right speakers and counterclockwise to move the sound to the left speakers. The middle position balances the sound between the speakers.
Page 234 RDS features are only available for use on FM stations which broadcast RDS information. The RDS features of your radio rely upon receiving specific RDS information from these stations. These features will only work when the RDS information is available. In rare cases, a radio station may broadcast incorrect information that will cause the radio features to work improperly.
Page 235 TYPE LIST/AUDIO: Turn this knob clockwise or counterclockwise to select the Program Type (PTY) you want to listen to. TYPE and a PTY will appear on the display. See “Radio Data System (RDS) Program Type (PTY) Selections” in the Index. SEEK TYPE: Press this button to go to a station with the last selected PTY.
Page 236 If you want to insert a tape when the ignition is off, first press EJT or DISP. If CHK TAPE appears on the radio display, the tape won’t play because of an error. CHK TAPE may be displayed when the tape is tight and the player can’t turn the tape hubs.
Page 237 REV (3): Press this button to reverse the tape rapidly. Press it again to return to playing speed. The radio will play the last selected station while the tape reverses. The station frequency and REV will appear on the display. You may select stations during REV operation by using TUNE, SEEK and P SCAN controls.
Page 238 CLEAN: If this message appears on the display, the cassette tape player needs to be cleaned. It will still play tapes, but you should clean it as soon as possible to prevent damage to the tapes and player. See “Care of Your Cassette Tape Player”...
Page 239 NEXT (2): Press this button or the right SEEK arrow to go to the next track. TRACK and the track number will appear on the display. If you hold the button or the right SEEK arrow, or press it more than once, the player will continue moving forward through the disc.
Page 240: Rear Seat Audio (If Equipped)
EJT: Press this button located below the CD slot to remove the disc. The radio will play. EJT may be activated with either the ignition or radio off. CDs may be loaded with the radio and ignition off if this button is pressed first.
Page 241 PWR: Press this button to turn the rear seat audio system on or off. The rear speakers will be muted when the power is turned on. You may operate the rear seat audio functions even when the primary radio power is off.
Page 242: Audio Steering Wheel Controls
Theft Deterrent Feature THEFTLOCK is designed to discourage theft of your radio. The feature works automatically by learning a portion of the Vehicle Identification Number (VIN). If the radio is moved to a different vehicle, it will not operate and LOCKED will be displayed. With THEFTLOCK activated, your radio will not operate if stolen.
Page 243: Understanding Radio Reception
Understanding Radio Reception The range for most AM stations is greater than for FM, especially at night. The longer range, however, can cause stations to interfere with each other. AM can pick up noise from things like storms and power lines. Try reducing the treble to reduce this noise if you ever get it.
Page 244: 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 245: Integrated Windshield Antenna
After you clean the player, press and hold EJECT for five seconds to reset the CLN indicator. The radio will display to show the indicator was reset. Cassettes are subject to wear and the sound quality may degrade over time. Always make sure the cassette tape is in good condition before you have your tape player serviced.
Page 246: Section 4 Your Driving And The Road
Section 4 Your Driving and the Road Here you’ll find information about driving on different kinds of roads and in varying weather conditions. We’ve also included many other useful tips on driving. Defensive Driving Drunken Driving Control of a Vehicle Braking Traction Control System (Option) Steering...
Page 247: Section 4 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 vehicle: 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 248: 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 249 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 before or during drinking will have a somewhat lower BAC level.
Page 250 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 251: 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 252: 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 253 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 wheel.
Page 254: Braking In Emergencies
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 255 If this message comes on and stays on or comes on while you are driving, there’s a problem with your traction control system. See “Service Traction System Warning Message” in the Index. When this warning message is on, the TRAC OFF light will come on to remind you that the system will not limit wheel spin.
Page 256: Power Steering
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. Steering Tips Driving on Curves It’s important to take curves at a reasonable speed. A lot of the “driver lost control”...
Page 257: Steering In Emergencies
Steering in Emergencies There are times when steering can be more effective than braking. For example, you come over a hill and find a truck stopped in your lane, or a car suddenly pulls out from nowhere, or a child darts out from between parked cars and stops right in front of you.
Page 258: Off - Road Recovery
Road Recovery You may find 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 259 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 260: 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 261: Driving At Night
Driving at Night Night driving is more dangerous than day driving. One reason is that some drivers are likely to be impaired alcohol or drugs, with night vision problems, or by fatigue. Here are some tips on night driving. Drive defensively. Don’t drink and drive.
Page 262: Driving In Rain And On Wet Roads
You can be temporarily blinded by approaching headlamps. It can take a second or two, or even several seconds, for your eyes to readjust to the dark. When you are faced with severe glare (as from a driver who doesn’t lower the high beams, or a vehicle with misaimed headlamps), slow down a little.
Page 263 The heavier the rain, the harder it is to see. Even if your windshield wiper blades are in good shape, a heavy rain can make it harder to see road signs and traffic signals, pavement markings, the edge of the road and even people walking.
Page 264: Driving Through Flowing Water
It can happen if a lot of water is standing on the road. If you can see reflections from trees, telephone poles or other vehicles, and raindrops “dimple” the water’s surface, there could be hydroplaning. Hydroplaning usually happens at higher speeds. There just isn’t a hard and fast rule about hydroplaning.
Page 265: 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. 4-20 Here are ways to increase your safety in city driving: Know the best way to get to where you are going.
Page 266: 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 267: Before Leaving On A Long Trip
If it needs service, have it done before starting out. Of course, you’ll find experienced and able service experts in Oldsmobile dealerships all across North America. They’ll be ready and willing to help if you need it. 4-22...
Page 268: 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 269 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 270: 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 your vehicle. 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 reflective warning triangles.
Page 271: 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 272: If You're Caught In A Blizzard
Your anti lock brakes improve your vehicle’s stability when you make a hard stop on a slippery road. Even though you have an anti lock braking system, you’ll want to begin stopping sooner than you would on dry pavement. See “Anti Lock”...
Page 273 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. You can run the engine to keep warm, but be careful.
Page 274: Recreational Vehicle Towing
Then, shut the engine off and close the window almost all the way to preserve the heat. Start the engine again and repeat this only when you feel really uncomfortable from the cold. But do it as little as possible. Preserve the fuel as long as you can.
Page 275 To find out the actual loads on your front and rear axles, you need to go to a weigh station and weigh your vehicle. Your dealer can help you with this. Be sure to spread out your load equally on both sides of the centerline. Never exceed the GVWR for your vehicle or the GAWR for either the front or rear axle.
Page 276: Towing A Trailer
Electronic Level Control (Option) On vehicles equipped with the optional electronic level control, the rear of the vehicle is automatically kept level as you load or unload your vehicle. However, you should still not exceed the GVWR or the GAWR. If the engine is running or the ignition key is in ACCESSORY or when retained accessory power (RAP) is active, you may hear the compressor operating when...
Page 277: If You Do Decide To Pull A Trailer
Your vehicle can tow a trailer. To identify what the vehicle trailering capacity is for your vehicle, you should read the information in “Weight of the Trailer” that appears later in this section. But trailering is different than just driving your vehicle by itself. Trailering means changes in handling, durability and fuel economy.
Page 278: Weight Of The Trailer Tongue
And, it can also depend on any special equipment that you have on your vehicle. You can ask your dealer for our trailering information or advice, or you can write us at: Oldsmobile Customer Assistance Network 16 E. Judson Street P.O. Box 436006 Pontiac, MI 48343...
Page 279: 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’re using a weight 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 280: Driving With A Trailer
Will you have to make any holes in the body of your vehicle when you install a trailer hitch? If you do, then be sure to seal the holes later when you remove the hitch. If you don’t seal them, deadly carbon monoxide (CO) from your exhaust can get into your vehicle (see “Carbon Monoxide”...
Page 281: Following Distance
CAUTION: (Continued) Have your exhaust system inspected for leaks, and make necessary repairs before starting on your trip. Keep the rear most windows closed. If exhaust does come into your vehicle through a window in the rear or another opening, drive with your front, main heating or cooling system on and with the fan on any speed.
Page 282: Turn Signals When Towing A Trailer
Backing Up Hold the bottom of the steering wheel with one hand. Then, to move the trailer to the left, just move that hand to the left. To move the trailer to the right, move your hand to the right. Always back up slowly and, if possible, have someone guide you.
Page 283: Maintenance When Trailer Towing
Parking on Hills CAUTION: 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 trailer can be damaged. But if you ever have to park your rig on a hill, here’s how to do it: 1.
Page 284: 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 Engine Overheating Cooling System If a Tire Goes Flat Changing a Flat Tire Compact Spare Tire If You’re Stuck: In Sand, Mud, Ice or Snow...
Page 285: Section 5 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. Your hazard warning flashers button is located on top of the steering column.
Page 286: Jump Starting
Jump Starting If your battery has run down, you may want to use another vehicle and some jumper cables to start your vehicle. But please use the following steps listed to do it safely. On vehicles equipped with the optional power sliding door, a low voltage battery or replacing a battery may cause the system to become inoperative.
Page 287 2. Get the vehicles close enough so the jumper cables can reach, but be sure the vehicles aren’t touching each other. If they are, it could cause a ground connection you don’t want. You wouldn’t be able to start your vehicle, and the bad grounding could damage the electrical systems.
Page 288 5. Your vehicle has a remote positive (+) jump starting terminal. The terminal is under a tethered cap at the front of the underhood fuse and relay center. Squeeze the tabs and pull up on the cap to access the remote positive (+) terminal.
Page 289 6. Check that the jumper cables don’t have loose or missing insulation. If they do, you could get a shock. The vehicles could be damaged, too. Before you connect the cables, here are some basic things you should know. Positive (+) will go to positive (+) and negative ( ) will go to a heavy, unpainted metal engine part or a body metal surface.
Page 290 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 ( go to the dead battery. It goes to a heavy, unpainted metal part on the engine of the vehicle with the dead battery.
Page 291: Towing Your Vehicle
Removal Procedure A. Heavy, Unpainted Metal Engine Part B. Good Battery C. Dead Battery Towing Your Vehicle CAUTION: To help avoid serious personal injury to you or others: Never let passengers ride in a vehicle that is being towed. Never tow faster than safe or posted speeds. Never tow with damaged parts not fully secured.
Page 292: Engine Overheating
NOTICE: Use the proper towing equipment to avoid damage to the bumper, fascia or fog lamp areas of the vehicle. With current trends in automotive styles and design, it is essential that the correct towing equipment is used to tow a vehicle. Your vehicle can be towed with wheel lift or car carrier equipment.
Page 293: If Steam Is Coming From Your Engine
If Steam Is Coming From Your Engine CAUTION: 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.
Page 294: If No Steam Is Coming From Your Engine
NOTICE: If your engine catches fire because you keep driving with no coolant, your vehicle can be badly damaged. The costly repairs would not be covered by your warranty. See “Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode” in the Index. If No Steam Is Coming From Your Engine If you get an engine overheat warning but see or hear no steam, the problem may not be too serious.
Page 295: Cooling System
Cooling System When you decide it’s safe to lift the hood, here’s what you’ll see: A. Radiator Pressure Cap B. Electric Engine Cooling Fans C. Coolant Recovery Tank 5-12 CAUTION: An electric engine cooling fan under the hood can start up even when the engine is not running and can injure you.
Page 296 When the engine is cold, the coolant level should be at or above the FULL COLD mark. If it isn’t, you may have a leak in the radiator hoses, heater hoses, radiator, water pump or somewhere else in the cooling system. CAUTION: Heater and radiator hoses, and other engine parts, can be very hot.
Page 297: Recovery Tank
NOTICE: When adding coolant, it is important that you use only DEX COOL (silicate 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 298 NOTICE: In cold weather, water can freeze and crack the engine, radiator, heater core and other parts. Use the recommended coolant and the proper coolant mixture. CAUTION: 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 299 CAUTION: Steam and scalding liquids from a hot cooling system can blow out and burn you badly. They are under pressure, and if you turn the radiator pressure cap even a little they can come out at high speed. Never turn the cap when the cooling system, including the radiator pressure cap, is hot.
Page 300: How To Add Coolant To The Radiator
How to Add Coolant to the Radiator 1. You can remove the radiator pressure cap when the cooling system, including the radiator pressure cap and upper radiator hose, is no longer hot. Turn the pressure cap slowly counterclockwise until it first stops.
Page 301 Bypass Tube 3. After the engine cools, open the coolant air bleed valves. There are two bleed valves. One is located on the thermostat housing. The other is located on the thermostat bypass tube. 5-18 Housing 4. Fill the radiator with the proper DEX coolant mixture, up to the base of the filler neck.
Page 302 6. Start the engine and let it run until you can feel the upper radiator hose getting hot. Watch out for the engine cooling fans. 7. By this time, the coolant level inside the radiator filler neck may be lower. If the level is lower, add more of the proper DEX COOL through the filler neck until the level reaches the...
Page 303: If A Tire Goes Flat
9. Then fill the coolant recovery tank to the FULL COLD mark. 10. Put the cap back on the coolant recovery tank. 5-20 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.
Page 304: Changing A Flat Tire
Changing 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. CAUTION: Changing a tire can cause an injury. The vehicle can slip off the jack and roll over you or other people.
Page 305: Removing The Spare Tire And Tools
Removing the Spare Tire and Tools The equipment you’ll need is located in the storage compartment at the rear of the vehicle, on the passenger’s side. 1. Remove the side convenience net. 2. Open the jack storage compartment by lifting up the tab and pulling the cover off.
Page 306 A. Hoist Shaft D. Spare Tire B. Hoist Assembly E. Extension (Chisel End) C. Retainer F. Folding Wrench The compact spare tire is located under the vehicle, ahead of the rear bumper. (See “Compact Spare Tire” later in this section for more information about the compact spare.) Attach the folding wrench to the extension and insert the chisel end on an angle through the hole in the rear bumper and into the hoist shaft.
Page 307 Tilt the retainer at the end of the cable so it can be pulled up through the wheel opening. 5-24 The tools you’ll be using include the jack (A), extension (B) and folding wrench (C).
Page 308: Removing The Flat Tire And Installing The Spare Tire
Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire 1. If your vehicle has aluminum wheels, use the handle of the folding wrench to pry the large center cap off. Then, with the other end of the folding wrench, loosen the nuts. If your vehicle has the plastic “bolt covers, loosen them completely using the folding wrench, and remove the wheel cover.
Page 309 2. Loosen the wheel nuts remove them the folding wrench. (Turn the handle about 180 degrees, then flip the handle back to the starting position. This avoids taking the wrench off the lug nut for each turn.) For wheels with a wheel lock key, use the wheel lock key between the lock nut and folding wrench.
Page 310 3. Near each wheel, there is a notch in the vehicle’s body. Position the jack and raise the jack head until it fits firmly into the notch in the vehicle’s frame nearest the flat tire. NOTICE: Do not place the jack under the rear axle control arms.
Page 311 4. Attach the folding wrench to the jack, and turn the wrench clockwise to raise the jack head a few inches. 5. Raise the vehicle by turning the folding wrench clockwise in the jack. Raise the vehicle far enough off the ground so there is enough room for the spare tire to fit.
Page 312 CAUTION: Never use oil or grease on studs or nuts. If you do, the nuts might come loose. Your wheel could fall off, causing a serious accident. 8. Install the spare tire and replace the wheel nuts with the rounded end of the nuts toward the wheel. Tighten each nut by hand until the wheel is held against the hub.
Page 313 10. Tighten the wheel nuts firmly in a crisscross sequence, as shown. CAUTION: 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. If you have to replace them, be sure to get new GM original equipment wheel nuts.
Page 314: Storing A Flat Or Spare Tire And Tools
Storing a Flat or 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.
Page 315 6. Make sure the tire is stored securely. Push, pull, and then try to rotate or turn the tire. If the tire moves, use the folding wrench to tighten the cable. Put back all jacking tools as they were stored in the jack storage compartment and put the compartment cover back on.
Page 316: If You're Stuck: In Sand, Mud, Ice Or Snow
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 kPa). After installing the compact spare on your vehicle, you should stop as soon as possible and make sure your spare tire is correctly inflated.
Page 317: Rocking Your Vehicle To Get It Out
CAUTION: If you let your tires spin at high speed, they can explode, and you or others could be injured. And, the transaxle or other parts of the vehicle can overheat. That could cause an engine compartment fire or other damage. When you’re stuck, spin the wheels as little as possible.
Page 318: Section 6 Service And Appearance Care
Section 6 Service and Appearance Care Here you will find information about the care of your vehicle. 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 319: Doing Your Own Service Work
Service Your dealer knows your vehicle best and wants you to be happy with it. We hope you’ll go to your dealer for all your service needs. You’ll get genuine GM parts and 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 320: Adding Equipment To The Outside Of Your Vehicle
CAUTION: You can be injured and your vehicle could be damaged if you try to do service work on a 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 321 (See “Malfunction Indicator Lamp” in the Index.) If this occurs, return to your authorized Oldsmobile dealer for diagnosis to determine the cause of failure. In the event it is determined that the cause of the condition is the type of fuels used, repairs may not be covered by your warranty.
Page 322: Fuels In Foreign Countries
Fuels in Foreign Countries If 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 323 The fuel filler door is located on the driver’s side of the vehicle. When the fuel door is opened on a vehicle with dual sliding doors, the driver’s side sliding door will only open partway. While refueling, let the cap hang by the tether as shown. To remove the cap, turn it slowly to the left (counterclockwise).
Page 324 CAUTION: If you get gasoline on yourself and then something ignites it, you 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 likely in hot weather.
Page 325: Filling A Portable Fuel Container
The malfunction indicator lamp (SERVICE ENGINE SOON or CHECK ENGINE light) will come on if the fuel cap is not properly installed. NOTICE: If you need a new cap, be sure to get the right type. Your dealer can get one for you. If you get the wrong type, it may not fit properly.
Page 326: 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 away from any underhood electric fan. CAUTION: Things that burn can get on hot engine parts and start a fire.
Page 327 2. Go to the front of the vehicle and push up on the underhood release. 6-10 3. Lift the hood. The hood prop may be hot due to increased engine temperatures under the hood, so be careful when handling it. Use your hood prop sleeve when handling the hood prop.
Page 328 When you lift the hood, you’ll see these items: A. Underhood Fuse and Relay Center B. Remote Positive (+) Terminal C. Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir D. Radiator Pressure Cap E. Power Steering Fluid Reservoir F. Engine Oil Fill Cap G. Engine Oil Dipstick H.
Page 329: Checking Engine Oil
Before closing the hood, be sure all the filler caps are on properly then follow these steps: 1. Lift the hood to relieve pressure off the hood prop. 2. Remove the hood prop from the slot in the hood. 3. Return the prop to its retainer. 4.
Page 330: When To Add Engine Oil
When to Add Engine Oil If the oil is at or below the ADD mark, 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 331: 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 332: When To Change Engine Oil
As shown in the chart, SAE 5W 30 is best for your vehicle. However, you can use SAE 10W to be 0 C) or above. These numbers on an oil container show its viscosity, or thickness. Do not use other viscosity oils, such as SAE 20W NOTICE: Use only engine oil with the American Petroleum Institute Certified For Gasoline Engines starburst...
Page 333: What To Do With Used Oil
How to Reset the Change Engine Oil Message 1. With the ignition key in RUN but the engine off, fully push and release the accelerator pedal slowly three times within five seconds. 2. Turn the key to OFF. If the CHANGE ENGINE OIL message comes back on, the engine oil life monitor has not reset.
Page 334: Passenger Compartment Air Filter
Checking or Replacing the Air Cleaner/Filter 1. Unlatch the two hooks on top of the air cleaner housing. 2. Turn back the air inlet panel and rest it on top of the housing. The air intake tube is designed to flex back; you do not need to disconnect it.
Page 335 The access panel for the passenger compartment air filter is located in the back of the glove box. 1. Pull the tab up and out on the outer access panel. 6-18 2. Then squeeze the tab on the left of the inner access panel.
Page 336: How To Check
5. Close the inner access door, while squeezing the tab. Be sure it is tightly closed. 6. Snap the outer access panel into the back of the glove box. Automatic Transaxle Fluid When to Check and Change A good time to check your automatic transaxle fluid level is when the engine oil is changed.
Page 337 To get the right reading, the fluid should be at normal operating temperature, which is 180 C to 93 Get the vehicle warmed up by driving about 15 miles (24 km) when outside temperatures are above 50 C). If it’s colder than 50 F (10 have to drive longer.
Page 338: How To Add Fluid
3. Check both sides of the dipstick, and read the lower level. The fluid level must be in the cross hatched area. 4. If the fluid level is in the acceptable range, push the dipstick back in all the way. How to Add Fluid Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of transaxle fluid to use.
Page 339: Engine Coolant
Engine Coolant The cooling system in your vehicle is filled with COOL engine coolant. This coolant is designed to remain in your vehicle for 5 years or 150,000 miles (240 000 km), whichever occurs first, if you add only COOL extended life coolant.
Page 340: What To Use
What to Use Use a mixture of one half clean, drinkable water and half DEX COOL coolant which won’t damage aluminum parts. If you use this coolant mixture, you don’t need to add anything else. CAUTION: Adding only plain water to your cooling system can be dangerous.
Page 341: Checking Coolant
Checking Coolant The engine coolant reservoir is located on the driver’s side of the vehicle, above the engine air cleaner/filter. The vehicle must be on a level surface. When your engine is cold, the coolant level should be at the FULL COLD mark, or a little higher.
Page 342: Radiator Pressure Cap
Add coolant mixture at the recovery tank, but be careful not to spill it. CAUTION: 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 343: When To Check Power Steering Fluid
Power Steering Fluid The power steering fluid reservoir is located to the right of the windshield washer fluid reservoir, at the back of the engine compartment. 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.
Page 344: Windshield Washer Fluid
Windshield Washer Fluid What to Use When you need windshield washer fluid, be sure to read the manufacturer’s instructions before use. If you will be operating your vehicle in an area where the temperature may fall below freezing, use a fluid that has sufficient protection against freezing.
Page 345: Brake Fluid
Brakes Brake Fluid Your brake master cylinder reservoir is here. It is filled with DOT 3 brake fluid. 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.
Page 346 United States When your brake fluid falls to a low level, your brake warning light will come on. See “Brake System Warning Light” in the Index. What to Add When you do need brake fluid, use only DOT fluid. Refer to “Recommended Fluids and Lubricants” in the Index.
Page 347: 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 worn and new pads are needed. The sound may come and go or be heard all the time your vehicle is moving (except when you are pushing on the brake pedal firmly).
Page 348: Brake Adjustment
Brake Pedal Travel See your dealer if the brake pedal does not return to normal height, or if there is a rapid increase in pedal travel. This could be a sign of brake trouble. Brake Adjustment Every time you apply the brakes, with or without the vehicle moving, your brakes adjust for wear.
Page 349: Bulb Replacement
Bulb Replacement For the type of bulb, see “Replacement Bulbs” in the Index. For any bulb changing procedure not listed in this section, contact your dealer’s service department. Halogen Bulbs CAUTION: Halogen bulbs have pressurized gas inside and can burst if you drop or scratch the bulb. You or others could be injured.
Page 350 4. Unscrew the black retainer ring that holds the bulb assembly in place. 5. Pull the bulb assembly straight up from the lamp housing. 6. Unhook the electrical connector by lifting up the blue tabs and pulling the bulb out. 7.
Page 351 8. Carefully put the bulb assembly back into the lamp housing and tighten the black retainer ring in place. Be careful not to damage the bulb on the headlamp aiming bar. 6-34 9. Align the pins on the bottom of the headlamp assembly with the holes in the lamp support bracket while placing the holes in the assembly over the bolts where the wing nuts attach.
Page 352: Front Turn Signal/Parking Lamps
Front Turn Signal/Parking Lamps 1. Open the hood. 2. Remove the thumb screw attaching the parking/turn signal lamp assembly to the headlamp assembly. 3. Pull the parking/turn signal lamp assembly away from the vehicle. 4. Unscrew the bulb socket from the lamp assembly by pressing the tab while turning it counterclockwise.
Page 353: Front Sidemarker
7. To reinstall the lamp assembly, line up and insert the tabs on the back of the assembly with the slots in the fender. Engage the lower clip on the front of the lamp assembly, keeping the upper tab on the parking/turn signal lamp assembly inboard of the headlamp bracket tab.
Page 354 5. Replace the bulb by pulling the old one out and gently pushing the new one into the lamp socket. 6. Line up the tabs on the sockets with the gaps in the socket holes and screw the bulb socket back into the lamp housing.
Page 355 Taillamps 1. Open the liftgate. 2. Remove the two screws from the taillamp housing on the inboard side. 3. Pull off the entire taillamp housing. The locator/retaining pins on the outboard side are part of the lamp assembly and will remain intact during removal.
Page 356: Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement
Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement Windshield wiper blades should be inspected at least twice a year for wear and cracking. See “Wiper Blade Check” in the Index for more information. Replacement blades come in different types and are removed in different ways. For proper type and length, see “Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts”...
Page 357 Your new vehicle comes with high a leading tire manufacturer. If you ever have questions about your tire warranty and where to obtain service, see your Oldsmobile Warranty booklet for details. CAUTION: Poorly maintained and improperly used tires are dangerous.
Page 358: Inflation -- Tire Pressure
CAUTION: (Continued) Overinflated tires are more likely to be cut, punctured or broken by a sudden impact such as when you hit a pothole. Keep tires at the recommended pressure. Worn, old tires can cause accidents. If your tread is badly worn, or if your tires have been damaged, replace them.
Page 359: 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 360 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 Certification/Tire label. Make certain that all wheel nuts are properly tightened. See “Wheel Nut Torque” in the Index.
Page 361: Buying New Tires
Buying New Tires To find out what kind and size of tires you need, look at the Certification/Tire 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. When you get new tires, get ones with that same TPC Spec number.
Page 362: 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 363: 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 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 364 Each new wheel should have the same load 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 365: Appearance Care
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 on the front tires and tighten them as tightly as possible with the ends securely fastened.
Page 366: Cleaning The Inside Of Your Vehicle
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 Vehicle Use a vacuum cleaner often to get rid of dust and loose dirt.
Page 367: Special Fabric Cleaning Problems
Special Fabric Cleaning Problems Stains caused by such things as catsup, coffee (black), egg, fruit, fruit juice, milk, soft drinks, vomit, urine and blood can be removed as follows: 1. Carefully scrape off excess stain, then sponge the soiled area with cool water. 2.
Page 368: Cleaning Interior Plastic Components
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 369: Cleaning The Outside Of Your Vehicle
Cleaning the Outside of the Windshield, Backglass and Wiper Blades If the windshield is not clear after using the windshield washer, or if the wiper blade chatters when running, wax, sap or other material may be on the blade or windshield. Clean the outside of the windshield with GM Windshield Cleaner, Bon Ami Powder (non...
Page 370: Finish Care
Cleaning Exterior Lamps/Lenses Use lukewarm or cold water, a soft cloth and a car washing soap to clean exterior lamps and lenses. Follow instructions under “Washing Your Vehicle.” Finish Care Occasional waxing or mild polishing of your vehicle by hand may be necessary to remove residue from the paint finish.
Page 371: Cleaning Aluminum Wheels
Cleaning Aluminum Wheels (If Equipped) Keep your wheels clean using a soft clean cloth with mild soap and water. Rinse with clean water. After rinsing thoroughly, dry 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 372: Chemical Paint Spotting
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 km) of purchase, whichever occurs first.
Page 373: Gm Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials
GM Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials PART NUMBER SIZE 994954 23 in. x 25 in. 1050172 16 oz. (0.473 L) 1050173 16 oz. (0.473 L) 1050174 16 oz. (0.473 L) 1050214 32 oz. (0.946 L) 1050427 23 oz. (0.680 L) 1052918** 8 oz. (0.237 L) 1052925 16 oz.
Page 374: Engine Identification
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) This is the legal identifier for your vehicle. 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 375: Power Windows And Other Power Options
Electrical System Add-On Electrical Equipment NOTICE: Don’t add anything electrical to your vehicle unless you check with your dealer first. Some electrical equipment can damage your vehicle and the damage wouldn’t be covered by your warranty. Some add on electrical equipment can keep other components from working as they should.
Page 376: 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. Look at the silver colored band inside the fuse. If the band is broken or melted, replace the fuse. Be sure you replace a bad fuse with a new one of the identical size and rating.
Page 377 Circuit Breakers Usage HEADLAMP DRL Control Module, Headlamp and Instrument Panel Dimmer Switch PWR WDO Front Power Windows PWR HEATED Way Power Seat(s) and Rear SEAT/PSD Side Door Actuator Motor FRT HVAC/ Blower Motor Hi Speed HI BLWR Relay Module 6-60 Fuses Usage...
Page 378 Fuses Usage FRT WPR/WSHR Windshield Wiper/Washer Motor and Switch HAZARD Turn Signal Switch RR PWR SCKT Rear Electric Accessory Plug Housing Daytime Running Lamp (DRL) Control Module LH T/LP Not Used RR DEFOG/ Rear Window Defogger Relay, HTD MIRRORS Heated Mirrors FRT PWR SCKT Front Electric Accessory Plug Housing...
Page 379 Fuses Usage LH HEADLP Not Used LH HEADLP Not Used HIGH RAP RELAY Retained Accessory Power (RAP) Relay HVAC/DIC/DRL Air Inlet Actuator, Driver HEATED SEAT Information Display, DRL Control Module, Heater Control, Temperature Door Actuator (Front) and Rear Window Defogger Relay BCM PRGRM RH HEADLP Not Used...
Page 380 Maxi Fuse Usage COOL FAN 2 Coolant Fans Not Used HEADLAMPS Circuit Breakers: FRT HVAC HI BLWR, and HEADLAMP Fuses (Instrument Panel): HAZARD and STOPLAMP BATT MAIN 2 Circuit Breaker: PWR SEAT/PSD. Fuses (Instrument Panel): ELC and RR DEFOG Maxi Fuse Usage IGN MAIN 1 Ignition Switch to Fuses...
Page 381 Mini Relays Usage COOL FAN RH FAN 1, LH FAN 2 COOL FAN 2 LH FAN 2 IGN MAIN FUSES: A/C CLU, IGN 1 INS, ELEK IGN, TCC COOL FAN 1 RH FAN 1, LH FAN 2 Micro Relays Usage A/C CLU A/C Clutch FUEL PUMP...
Page 382: Capacities And Specifications
Mini Fuse Usage ALT SENSE Generator Automatic Transaxle (Torque Converter Clutch Solenoids) Stoplamp Switch to PCM FUEL PUMP Fuel Pump Relay ECM SENSE Powertrain Control Module (PCM) Not Used FOG LP Fog Lamp Relay HORN Horn Relay PARK LP Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) Control Module, Headlamps and Instrument Panel Dimmer Switch Theft...
Page 383: Engine Specifications
Engine Crankcase Oil and Filter Change ..Fuel Capacity ....25.0 gallons (94.0 L) Refrigerant, Air Conditioning ..See the Refrigerant Label Tire Pressures, Sizes .
Page 384: Section 7 Maintenance Schedule
Section 7 Maintenance Schedule This section covers the maintenance required for your vehicle. Your vehicle needs these services to retain its safety, dependability and emission control performance. Introduction Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services Scheduled Maintenance Part B: Owner Checks and Services Part C: Periodic Maintenance Inspections Part D: Recommended Fluids and Lubricants Part E: Maintenance Record...
Page 385: Your Vehicle And The Environment
Have you purchased the GM Protection Plan? The Plan supplements your new vehicle warranties. See your Warranty and Owner Assistance booklet, or your dealer 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 386: How This Section Is Organized
How This Section is Organized This maintenance schedule is divided into five parts: “Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services” shows what to have done and how often. Some of these services can be complex, so unless you are technically qualified and have the necessary equipment, you should let your dealer’s service department or another qualified service center do these jobs.
Page 387: 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 388: Scheduled Maintenance
Scheduled Maintenance The services shown in this schedule up to 100,000 miles (166 000 km) 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 389: Engine Oil And Chassis Lubrication Scheduled Maintenance
Scheduled Maintenance Engine Oil and Chassis Lubrication Scheduled Maintenance Change engine oil and filter as indicated by the GM Oil Life System (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). Reset the system. The system will show you when to change the oil 3,000 miles (5 000 km) and 7,500 miles (12 500 km) since your last oil change.
Page 390 Scheduled Maintenance...
Page 391 Scheduled Maintenance...
Page 392 Scheduled Maintenance 7,500 Miles (12 500 km) Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation” in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.) 15,000 Miles (25 000 km) Inspect engine air cleaner filter if you are driving in dusty conditions. Replace filter if necessary.
Page 393 Scheduled Maintenance 30,000 Miles (50 000 km) Replace passenger compartment air filter. If you drive regularly under dusty conditions, the filter may require replacement more often. Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation” in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.) Replace engine air cleaner filter.
Page 394 Scheduled Maintenance 50,000 Miles (83 000 km) j 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 395 Scheduled Maintenance 60,000 Miles (100 000 km) Replace passenger compartment air filter. If you drive regularly under dusty conditions, the filter may require replacement more often. Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation” in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.) Inspect engine accessory drive belt.
Page 396 Scheduled Maintenance 82,500 Miles (137 500 km) Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation” in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.) 90,000 Miles (150 000 km) Replace passenger compartment air filter. If you drive regularly under dusty conditions, the filter may require replacement more often.
Page 397 Scheduled Maintenance 100,000 Miles (166 000 km) Inspect spark plug wires. An Emission Control Service. Replace spark plugs. An Emission Control Service. Change automatic transaxle fluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions: –...
Page 398: At Least Once A Month
Part B: Owner Checks and Services Listed in this part 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 399: 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. If your vehicle has a built restraint, also periodically make sure the harness straps, latch plates, buckle, clip, child head restraint and anchorages are working properly.
Page 400 At Least Once a Year Key Lock Cylinders Service Lubricate the key lock cylinders with the lubricant specified in Part D. Body Lubrication Service Lubricate all key lock cylinders, hood latch assemblies, secondary latches, pivots, spring anchor and release pawl, hood and door hinges, rear folding seats, fuel door hinge, liftgate hinges, power sliding door cable and sliding door track(s).
Page 401 Automatic Transaxle Shift Lock Control System 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. 1. Before you start, be sure you have enough room around the vehicle.
Page 402 Parking Brake and Automatic Transaxle PARK (P) Mechanism Check CAUTION: When you are doing this check, your vehicle could begin to move. You or others could be injured and property could be damaged. Make sure there is room in front of your vehicle in case it begins to roll.
Page 403: Engine Cooling System Inspection
Part C: Periodic Maintenance Inspections Listed in this part are inspections and services which should be performed at least twice a year (for instance, each spring and fall). You should let your dealer’s service department or other qualified service center do these jobs.
Page 404: Throttle System Inspection
Throttle System Inspection Inspect the throttle system for interference or binding, and for damaged or missing parts. Replace parts as needed. Replace any components that have high effort or excessive wear. Do not lubricate accelerator and cruise control cables. Brake System Inspection Inspect the complete system.
Page 405: Recommended Fluids And Lubricants
Part D: Recommended Fluids and Lubricants NOTE: Fluids and lubricants identified below by name, part number or specification may be obtained from your dealer. USAGE FLUID/LUBRICANT Engine Oil Engine Oil with the American Petroleum Institute Certified For Gasoline Engines starburst symbol of the proper viscosity.
Page 406 USAGE FLUID/LUBRICANT Multi Purpose Lubricant, Lock Cylinders Superlube (GM Part No. 12346241 or equivalent). Chassis Chassis Lubricant (GM Part Lubrication No. 12377985 or equivalent) or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI # 2, Category LB or GC Hood Latch Lubriplate Lubricant Aerosol Assembly, (GM Part No.
Page 407: 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 Services” or “Periodic Maintenance” can be added on the following record pages. Also, you should retain all maintenance receipts. Your owner information portfolio is a convenient place to store them.
Page 408 Maintenance Record ODOMETER DATE SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED READING 7-25...
Page 409 Maintenance Record ODOMETER DATE SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED READING 7-26...
Page 410: 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 411: Customer Satisfaction Procedure
Customer Satisfaction Procedure Your satisfaction and goodwill are important to your dealer and to Oldsmobile. Normally, any concerns with the sales transaction or the operation of your vehicle will be resolved by your dealer’s sales or service departments. Sometimes, however, despite the best intentions of all concerned, misunderstandings can occur.
Page 412 STEP TWO -- If after contacting a member of dealership management, it appears your concern cannot be resolved by the dealership 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 413: Customer Assistance For Text Telephone
Customer Assistance Offices free telephone Oldsmobile encourages customers to call the toll-free number for assistance. If a U.S. customer wishes to write to Oldsmobile, the letter should be addressed to Oldsmobile’s Customer Assistance Network. United States Customer Assistance Representative Oldsmobile Customer Assistance Network 16 E.
Page 414: All Overseas Locations
Canada General Motors of Canada Limited Customer Communication Centre, 163-005 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa, Ontario L1H 8P7 1-800-263-3777 (English) 1-800-263-7854 (French) 1-800-263-3830 (For Text Telephone devices (TTYs)) Roadside Assistance: 1-800-268-6800 All Overseas Locations GMODC Customer Communication Centre 169-007 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa, Ontario L1H 8P7 Telephone: 905-644-4112 Fax:...
Page 415: Oldsmobile Roadside Assistance Program
Oldsmobile Roadside Assistance Program Features and Benefits Security While You Travel OLDS (6537) As the proud owner of a new Oldsmobile vehicle, you are automatically enrolled in the Oldsmobile Roadside Assistance program. This value added service is intended to provide you with peace of mind as you drive in the city or travel the open road.
Page 416: Canadian Roadside Assistance
Vehicle model, year and color Mileage of vehicle Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) Vehicle license plate number Oldsmobile reserves the right to limit services or reimbursement to an owner or driver when, in Oldsmobile’s judgement, the claims become excessive in frequency or type of occurrence.
Page 417: Plan Ahead When Possible
Transportation Options Warranty service can generally be completed while you wait. However, if you are unable to wait Oldsmobile helps minimize your inconvenience by providing several transportation options. Depending on the circumstances,...
Page 418: Additional Program Information
Additional Program Information Courtesy Transportation is available during the Bumper Bumper warranty coverage period, but it is not part of the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. A separate booklet entitled “Warranty and Owner Assistance Information” furnished with each new vehicle provides detailed warranty coverage information.
Page 419: Reporting Safety Defects To The United
REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS TO THE UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death, you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), in addition to notifying General Motors.
Page 420: Reporting Safety Defects To General Motors
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...
Page 421 2000 OLDSMOBILE SERVICE PUBLICATIONS ORDERING INFORMATION The following publications covering the operation and servicing of your vehicle can be purchased by filling out 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 422 ORDER TOLL FREE (NOTE: For Credit Card Holders Only) 1-800-551-4123 (Monday-Friday 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM EST) FAX Orders Only 1-313-865-5927 PUBLICATION FORM PUBLICATION FORM NUMBER NUMBER Service Manual Car & Light Truck 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.

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