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The 1999 Oldsmobile Silhouette Owner's Manual
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Seats and Restraint Systems
This section tells you how to use your seats and safety belts properly. It also explains the "SRS" system.
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Features and Controls
This section explains how to start and operate your vehicle.
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Comfort Controls and Audio Systems
This section tells you how to adjust the ventilation and comfort controls and how to operate your audio system.
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Your Driving and the Road
Here you'll find helpful information and tips about the road and how to drive under different conditions.
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Problems on the Road
This section tells you what to do if you have a problem while driving, such as a flat tire or overheated engine, etc.
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Service and Appearance Care
Here the manual tells you how to keep your vehicle running properly and looking good.
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Maintenance Schedule
This section tells you when to perform vehicle maintenance and what fluids and lubricants to use.
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Customer Assistance Information
This section tells you how to contact Oldsmobile for assistance and how to get service and owner publications.
It also gives you information on "Reporting Safety Defects" on page 8
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Index
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- Page 1 This section tells you when to perform vehicle maintenance and what fluids and lubricants to use. Customer Assistance Information This section tells you how to contact Oldsmobile for assistance and how to get service and owner publications. It also gives you information on “Reporting Safety Defects” on page 8 Index Here’s an alphabetical listing of almost every subject in this manual.
- Page 2 GENERAL MOTORS, GM, the GM Emblem, OLDSMOBILE, the OLDSMOBILE Rocket Emblem and the name SILHOUETTE are registered trademarks of General Motors Corporation. This manual includes the latest information at the time it was printed. We reserve the right to make changes in the product after that time without further notice.
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Page 3: How To Use This Manual
yellowblue How to Use this Manual CAUTION: 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 These mean there is something that could hurt controls for your vehicle. -
Page 4: Vehicle Damage Warnings
yellowblue Vehicle Damage Warnings In the notice area, we tell you about something that can damage your vehicle. Many times, this damage would Also in this book you will find these notices: not be covered by your warranty, and it could be costly. But the notice will tell you what to do to help avoid the damage. -
Page 5: Vehicle Symbols
yellowblue Vehicle Symbols These are some of the symbols you may find on your vehicle. For example, These symbols These symbols These symbols These symbols Here are some these symbols are important have to do with are on some of are used on other symbols are used on an... - Page 6 yellowblue NOTES...
- Page 7 yellowblue 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 Safety Belt Comfort Guides for Children Rear Seats...
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Page 8: Seats And Seat Controls
yellowblue Seats and Seat Controls This section tells you about the seats how to adjust them, take them out, put them back in and fold and unfold them. Driver’s 4-Way Manual Seat To raise the seat, pull up on the lever on the front right side of the seat. - Page 9 yellowblue Manual Front Passenger Seats 6-Way Power Seat (Option) To move the seat, pull up the lever on the front of the seat to unlock it. Slide the seat to where you want it. To make sure the seat is locked into place, release the lever and try to move the seat with your body.
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Page 10: Reclining Front Seatbacks
yellowblue Manual Lumbar Control Reclining Front Seatbacks The knob for the lumbar All front seats recline. control is located on the side of the seat. To adjust the seatback, turn this knob. It is easier to recline the seat if you lean forward, taking your weight off the seatback. - Page 11 yellowblue 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.
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Page 12: Head Restraints
yellowblue Head Restraints Slide the head restraint up or down so that the top of the restraint is closest to the top of your ears. This position reduces the chance of a neck injury in a crash. Folding Seatbacks The seatbacks on the second row seats fold forward to put items behind the left and right seats. -
Page 13: Second Row Safety Belt Stowage
yellowblue Second Row Safety Belt Stowage Flip and Fold Feature If your vehicle has seats in the third row, there is a The rear seats in your vehicle, except the captain’s sleeve on the second row outside safety belt to store the chairs, can be folded forward. -
Page 14: Split Bench Seats
yellowblue Split Bench Seats To raise a seatback, pull the nylon strap while raising the seatback until it locks upright. If you have the split bench seat (50/50 or 40/60), the seatbacks can be folded down individually and the To fold down the seatback, sections can be removed individually. - Page 15 yellowblue Adjusting the Split Bench Seats The other lever is located on the rear of the seat. There are two adjustment levers on each section of the split bench seats to adjust the seat forward or rearward. 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 16 yellowblue Removing the Split Bench Seat Make sure the seatback is in the upright position and that the safety belts are on the correct section of the seat. The head restraints should be fully down. 1. For the second row split bench, with the seatback in the upright position, unhook the side attachment for the safety belt.
- Page 17 yellowblue 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 18 yellowblue Replacing the Split Bench Sections Don’t put the sections of the bench seat in so they face rearward because they won’t latch that way. If you want more storage room behind the seat, adjust each section by sliding it forward. The split benches have seat position labels, located on the back of each seat, showing where the seat must go.
- Page 19 yellowblue To do this, the bench seat will need to be 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. If the front latches are not attaching correctly, check that the seat is in the full rear position.
- Page 20 yellowblue 6. Attach the mini buckle so that the safety belt is ready for use when a passenger uses the seat. CAUTION: The buckle reattaches by pushing the latch into the buckle until the red center pops out again. A seat that isn’t locked into place properly can move around in a collision or sudden stop.
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Page 21: Bucket Seats
yellowblue Bucket Seats To raise a seatback, pull the nylon strap while raising the seatback until it locks upright. There are three types of rear bucket seats: RIGHT ONLY, CENTER OR LEFT and LEFT ONLY. To fold down the seatback, RIGHT ONLY and LEFT ONLY seats may be equipped lift up on this lever located with the built... - Page 22 yellowblue Adjusting the Bucket Seats The other lever is located on the rear of the bucket seat. There are two adjustment levers on each seat to adjust the seat forward or rearward. 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 23 yellowblue 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 24 yellowblue You can also lift the lever on the side of the seat to 4. To unlatch the front latches, with the seat folded release the rear latches from the floor pins. forward, squeeze the angled latch release bar toward the straight crossbar.
- Page 25 yellowblue Replacing the Bucket Seats LEFT ONLY seats that have the built in child restraint option fit only in the left location of the second row, the Don’t put the seats in so they face rearward because they A and B sets of floor cups. won’t latch that way.
- Page 26 yellowblue 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. 3. Try to raise the seat to check that it is locked down. 4.
- Page 27 yellowblue Captain’s Chairs Removing the Captain’s Chairs The captain’s chairs adjust like the manual front passenger seats. The seatback can be reclined or raised by turning the knob on the inboard side of the seat. It is easier to raise or lower the seatback if you lean forward and take the weight off the seatback.
- Page 28 yellowblue 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 29 yellowblue 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 30 yellowblue In most states and Canadian provinces, the law says to wear safety belts. Here’s why: They work. CAUTION: 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. It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area, inside or outside of a vehicle.
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Page 31: Why Safety Belts Work
yellowblue Why Safety Belts Work When you ride in or on anything, you go as fast as it goes. Put someone on it. Take the simplest vehicle. Suppose it’s just a seat on wheels. 1-25... - Page 32 yellowblue Get it up to speed. Then stop the vehicle. The rider The person keeps going until stopped by something. doesn’t stop. In a real vehicle, it could be the windshield ... 1-26...
- Page 33 yellowblue or the instrument panel ... 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.
- Page 34 yellowblue Here Are Questions Many People Ask If I’m a good driver, and I never drive far from home, why should I wear safety belts? About Safety Belts and the Answers You may be an excellent driver, but if you’re in an Won’t I be trapped in the vehicle after an accident even one that isn’t your fault...
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Page 35: How To Wear Safety Belts Properly
yellowblue How to Wear Safety Belts Properly Adults This part is only for people of adult size. Be aware that there are special things to know about safety belts and children. And there are different rules for smaller children and babies. If a child will be riding in your vehicle, see the part of this manual called “Children.”... - Page 36 yellowblue 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 37 yellowblue Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster To move it down, push down on the button and move the height adjuster to the desired position. You can move Before you begin to drive, move the shoulder belt the adjuster up just by pushing up on the shoulder belt adjuster to the height that is right for you.
- Page 38 yellowblue What’s wrong with this? 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. The shoulder belt is too loose. It won’t give nearly as much protection this way.
- Page 39 yellowblue What’s wrong with this? 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 40 yellowblue What’s wrong with this? 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 41 yellowblue What’s wrong with this? 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. Also, the belt would apply too much force to the ribs, which aren’t as strong as shoulder bones.
- Page 42 yellowblue What’s wrong with this? 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.
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Page 43: Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy
yellowblue Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy Safety belts work for everyone, including pregnant women. Like all occupants, they are more likely to be seriously injured if they don’t wear safety belts. To unlatch the belt, just push the button on the buckle. The belt should go back out of the way. -
Page 44: Right Front Passenger Position
yellowblue The best way to protect the fetus is to protect the Next Generation frontal air bags are designed to help mother. When a safety belt is worn properly, it’s more reduce the risk of injury from the force of an inflating likely that the fetus won’t be hurt in a crash. - Page 45 yellowblue CAUTION: (Continued) CAUTION: Next Generation frontal air bags for the driver Both frontal and side impact air bags inflate with and right front passenger are designed to work great force, faster than the blink of an eye. If only in moderate to severe crashes where the you’re too close to an inflating air bag, as you front of your vehicle hits something.
- Page 46 yellowblue There is an air bag readiness CAUTION: light on the instrument panel, which shows a deployed air bag. Children who are up against, or very close to, any air bag when it inflates can be seriously injured or killed. This is true even though your vehicle has Next Generation frontal air bags.
- Page 47 yellowblue How the Air Bag Systems Work The right front passenger’s frontal air bag is in the instrument panel on the passenger’s side. Where are the air bags? The driver’s frontal air bag is in the middle of the steering wheel. 1-41...
- Page 48 yellowblue The driver’s side impact air bag is in the side of the driver’s seatback closest to the door. CAUTION: The right front passenger’s side impact air bag is in the side of the passenger’s seatback closest to the door. 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.
- Page 49 yellowblue When should an air bag inflate? In any particular crash, no one can say whether an air bag should have inflated simply because of the damage The driver’s and right front passenger’s frontal air bags to a vehicle or because of what the repair costs were. For are designed to inflate in moderate to severe frontal or frontal air bags, inflation is determined by the angle of near...
- Page 50 yellowblue How does an air bag restrain? What will you see after an air bag inflates? In moderate to severe frontal or near frontal collisions, After an air bag inflates, it quickly deflates, so quickly even belted occupants can contact the steering wheel or that some people may not even realize the air bag the instrument panel.
- Page 51 yellowblue In many crashes severe enough to inflate an air bag, NOTICE: windshields are broken by vehicle deformation. Additional windshield breakage may also occur from the right front passenger air bag. If you damage the covering for the driver’s or the Air bags are designed to inflate only once.
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Page 52: Safety Belt Pretensioners
yellowblue If your vehicle ever gets into a lot of water such as water up to the carpeting or higher or if water enters CAUTION: your vehicle and soaks the carpet, the air bag controller can be soaked and ruined. If this ever happens, and then For up to 10 minutes after the ignition key is you start your vehicle, the damage could make the turned off and the battery is disconnected, an air... -
Page 53: Rear Seat Passengers
yellowblue Rear Seat Passengers Shoulder Belt The positions next to the windows have lap shoulder It’s very important for rear seat passengers to buckle up! belts. Here’s how to wear one properly. Accident statistics show that unbelted people in the rear seat are hurt more often in crashes than those who are wearing safety belts. - Page 54 yellowblue 2. Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks. When the shoulder belt is pulled out all the way, it will lock. If it does, let it go back all the way and start again. If the belt is not long enough, see “Safety Belt Extender”...
- Page 55 yellowblue 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. The lap part of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips, just touching the thighs.
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Page 56: Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides For Children And Small Adults
yellowblue Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides for Children and Small Adults Your vehicle may have rear shoulder belt comfort guides. This feature will provide added safety belt comfort for children who have outgrown child restraints and for small adults. When installed on a shoulder belt, the comfort guide pulls the belt away from the neck and head. - Page 57 yellowblue 2. Place the guide over the belt and insert the two edges 3. Be sure that the belt is not twisted and it lies flat. The of the belt into the slots of the guide. guide must be on top of the belt. 1-51...
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Page 58: Center Passenger Position
yellowblue Center Passenger Position (Bench Seat) Lap Belt If your vehicle has a third row rear bench seat, someone 4. Buckle, position and release the safety belt as can sit in the center position. described in “Rear Seat Outside Passenger Positions” earlier in this section. - Page 59 yellowblue When you sit in the center position of the bench seat, To make the belt shorter, pull its free end as shown until you have a lap safety belt, which has no retractor. To the belt is snug. make the belt longer, tilt the latch plate and pull it along Buckle, position and release it the same way as the lap the belt.
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Page 60: Bucket Seat
yellowblue Center Passenger Position (Bucket Seat) Lap Belt If your vehicle has bucket seats, someone can sit in the When you sit in the center position bucket seat, you center position bucket seat. have a lap safety belt which has a retractor. 1. - Page 61 yellowblue 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.
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Page 62: Smaller Children And Babies
yellowblue Children Smaller Children and Babies Everyone in a vehicle needs protection! That includes infants and all children smaller than adult size. Neither CAUTION: the distance traveled nor the age and size of the traveler changes the need, for everyone, to use safety restraints. In fact, the law in every state in the United States and in Children who are up against, or very close to, any every Canadian province says children up to some age... - Page 63 yellowblue Infants need complete support, including support for the head and neck. This is necessary because an infant’s CAUTION: neck is weak and its head weighs so much compared with the rest of its body. In a frontal crash, an infant in a Smaller children and babies should always be rear facing restraint settles into the restraint, so the crash...
- Page 64 yellowblue CAUTION: (Continued) at only 25 mph (40 km/h), a 12 lb. (5.5 kg) baby will suddenly become a 240 lb. (110 kg) force on your arms. The baby would be almost impossible to hold. Secure the baby in an infant restraint. CAUTION: Never hold a baby in your arms while riding in a vehicle.
- Page 65 yellowblue Built in Child Restraint (Option) If your vehicle has this option in a bucket seat, each 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 Seats”...
- Page 66 yellowblue This child restraint system conforms to all applicable Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards. CAUTION: Each child restraint is designed for use only by children who weigh between 22 and 40 pounds (10 and 18 kg) BEFORE YOU USE THIS CHILD RESTRAINT, and whose height is between 33.5 and 40 inches BE SURE THE TOP OF THE CHILD’S (850 and 1 016 mm) and who are capable of sitting...
- Page 67 yellowblue Securing a Child in the Built-In Child Restraint 2. Rotate the head restraint rearward until it touches the top of the seatback. Make sure there is no gap between the lower edge of the head restraint and the top of the seatback. 1.
- Page 68 yellowblue 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. 1-62...
- Page 69 yellowblue 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 70 yellowblue 8. Place the other side of the harness over the child’s shoulder. 9. Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks. 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 10.
- Page 71 yellowblue 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. The child could be seriously injured.
- Page 72 yellowblue 12. Pull the shoulder harness adjustment strap (C) 13. Adjust the position of the harness on the child’s firmly until the harness is snugly adjusted around shoulder by moving the clip up or down along the the child. You should not be able to put more than harness.
- Page 73 yellowblue Removing the Child from the Built-In Child Restraint 2. Unlatch the harness by pushing the button on the buckle. 3. Move one side of the harness off the child’s shoulder. 1. Unfasten the shoulder harness clip. 4. Move the other side of the harness off the child’s shoulder.
- Page 74 yellowblue Storing the Built-In Child Restraint Always properly store the built in child restraint before using the vehicle’s lap shoulder belt. 2. Fold the child restraint cushion and leg rest up into the seatback. 3. Press the child restraint cushion firmly into the seatback.
- Page 75 yellowblue 4. Then press the leg rest firmly into the seatback, and 5. Rotate the head restraint forward and push it all the secure it by pressing the upper corners against the way down. fastener strips on the seatback. 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.
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Page 76: Child Restraints
yellowblue 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 will... - Page 77 yellowblue 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 78 yellowblue 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 79 yellowblue A booster seat (F, G) 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.
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Page 80: Where To Put The Restraint
yellowblue When choosing a child restraint, be sure the child restraint is designed to be used in a vehicle. If it is, it CAUTION: will have a label saying that it meets federal motor vehicle safety standards. A child in a rear facing child restraint can be Then follow the instructions for the restraint. -
Page 81: Top Strap
yellowblue Top Strap There’s a vinyl sleeve there; to get to the bracket, push this vinyl sleeve aside slightly. You may need to remove the staple in the sleeve to do this. Anchor the top strap to the Canadian law requires that forward facing child bracket. -
Page 82: Securing A Child Restraint In A Rear Outside Seat Position
yellowblue 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 Third Row Outside Seats restraint. - Page 83 yellowblue 3. Buckle the belt. Make sure the release button is 4. Pull the rest of the shoulder belt all the way out of positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the the retractor to set the lock. safety belt quickly if you ever had to. 1-77...
- Page 84 yellowblue To remove the child restraint, just unbuckle the vehicle’s safety belt and let it go back all the way. The safety belt will move freely again and be ready to work for an adult or larger child passenger. Securing a Child Restraint in the Center Seat Position (Third Row Bench Seat) 5.
- Page 85 yellowblue 1. Make the belt as long as possible by tilting the latch 4. Buckle the belt. Make sure the release button is plate and pulling it along the belt. positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to. 2.
- Page 86 yellowblue 6. Push and pull the child restraint in different 1. Put the restraint on the seat. directions to be sure it is secure. To remove the child restraint, just unbuckle the vehicle’s safety belt. It will be ready to work for an adult or larger child passenger.
- Page 87 yellowblue 4. Buckle the belt. Make sure the release button is 5. To tighten the belt, feed it back into the retractor positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the while you push down on the child restraint. If you’re safety belt quickly if you ever had to.
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Page 88: Front Seat Position
yellowblue Securing a Child Restraint in the Right CAUTION: Front Seat Position A child in a rear facing child restraint can be seriously injured or killed if the front passenger’s air bag inflates, even though your vehicle has Next Generation frontal air bags. This is because the back of the rear facing child restraint would be very close to the inflating air bag. - Page 89 yellowblue Although a rear seat is a safer place, you can secure a forward facing child restraint in the right front seat. 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 yellowblue 5. Pull the rest of the shoulder belt all the way out of 6. To tighten the belt, feed the shoulder belt back into the the retractor to set the lock. retractor while you push down on the child restraint. You may find it helpful to use your knee to push down on the child restraint as you tighten the belt.
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Page 91: Larger Children
yellowblue Larger Children Accident statistics show that children are safer if they are restrained in the rear seat. But they need to use the safety belts properly. Children who aren’t buckled up can be thrown out in a crash. Children who aren’t buckled up can strike other people who are. - Page 92 yellowblue 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.
- Page 93 yellowblue 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.
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Page 94: Safety Belt Extender
yellowblue Safety Belt Extender Torn or frayed safety belts may not protect you in a crash. They can rip apart under impact forces. If a belt is If the vehicle’s safety belt will fasten around you, you torn or frayed, get a new one right away. should use it. -
Page 95: Replacing Restraint System Parts After A Crash
yellowblue Replacing Restraint System Parts If safety belts or built in child restraint harness straps are cut or damaged, replace them. Collision damage also After a Crash may mean you will need to have safety belt, built child restraint or seat parts repaired or replaced. New If you’ve had a crash, do you need new safety belts or parts and repairs may be necessary even if the safety belt built... - Page 96 yellowblue NOTES 1-90...
- Page 97 yellowblue 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 98 yellowblue 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 power windows or other controls or even make the vehicle move. Don’t leave the keys in a vehicle with children.
- Page 99 You may even have to damage your vehicle to get in. So be sure you have an extra key. 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 OLDS (6537).
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Page 100: Door Locks
yellowblue Door Locks You can lock either front door from the outside with your key by inserting and turning it toward the rear of the vehicle. CAUTION: Unlocked doors can be dangerous. Passengers especially children can easily open the doors and fall out. When a door is locked, the inside handle won’t open it. -
Page 101: Power Door Locks
yellowblue Power Door Locks To unlock any door or the liftgate from the outside with your key, turn the key to the unlock position and release. This will only unlock that door or the liftgate. You can unlock all the doors and the liftgate by inserting the key into the key cylinder, turning to the unlock position and holding for one second. -
Page 102: Last Door Closed Locking
yellowblue Last Door Closed Locking Automatic Door Locks The Last Door Closed Locking feature makes it easier to All of the doors will lock automatically when you move use your power door locks to lock all the doors and the your shift lever out of PARK (P). -
Page 103: Leaving Your Vehicle
yellowblue 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 104 yellowblue Changes or modifications to this system by other than an Operation authorized service facility could void authorization to use this equipment. Remote Driver’s Door and All Door Unlock This system has a range of about 3 feet (1 m) up to When you press UNLOCK on the remote lock control transmitter, only the driver’s door will unlock.
- Page 105 yellowblue Remote Lock Confirmation (If Equipped) Remote Alarm (If Equipped) If your vehicle is equipped with the Content When you press the horn button on the remote lock Theft Deterrent system, your remote lock control control transmitter, the parking lamps will flash and the transmitter will have this feature.
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Page 106: Battery Replacement
yellowblue You can operate the power sliding door with the remote Replacing the Battery in the Remote Transmitter transmitter only when the power sliding door override switch on the overhead console is disabled. NOTICE: Matching Transmitter(s) To Your Vehicle When replacing the battery, use care not to touch any Each remote lock control transmitter is coded to prevent of the circuitry. - Page 107 yellowblue Resynchronization Your remote lock control system uses a continually changing code for increased security. Normally, the receiver in your vehicle will keep track of this changing code. Loss of synchronization will occur if the transmitter is activated more than 256 times while out of range of the vehicle.
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Page 108: Instrument Panel Switchbank
yellowblue Switchbanks Instrument Panel Switchbank 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 instrument panel below the comfort controls. -
Page 109: Multifunction Alarm Locks And Lighting Choices
yellowblue 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 110: Entering Programming Mode
yellowblue Entering Programming Mode Delayed Illumination and Exit Lighting To program features, your vehicle must be in the With Delayed Illumination, the interior lamps will stay programming mode. Follow these steps: on for about 25 seconds after all the doors and the liftgate are closed. - Page 111 yellowblue To change the mode: Programmable Modes 1. Follow the instructions for “Entering Programming Your vehicle can be programmed to one of the Mode” listed previously. following modes. 2. Turn the interior lamps control all the way clockwise Mode 1: Both Features Off (Automatic door locking and then back slightly counterclockwise.
- Page 112 yellowblue To change the mode: When you press LOCK on the power door lock switch or remote lock control transmitter (if 1. Follow the instructions for “Entering Programming equipped) while any door or the liftgate is open, the Mode” listed previously. doors will not lock.
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Page 113: Remote Driver's Unlock Control
yellowblue Mode 3: Last Door Closed Locking Only (If the power Remote Driver’s Unlock Control door lock switch or remote lock control transmitter (if With the Remote Driver’s Unlock Control feature, you equipped) is used to lock the vehicle while any door or can program your vehicle to do the following: the liftgate is open, you will hear three chimes. -
Page 114: Remote Lock And Unlock Confirmation
yellowblue To change the mode: When you use the remote lock control transmitter to unlock your vehicle or operate your power sliding 1. Follow the instructions for “Entering Programming door (if equipped), your parking lamps will Mode” listed previously. flash briefly. 2. -
Page 115: Content Theft-Deterrent System
yellowblue Mode 3: Exterior Lamps Flash and Horn Sound To change the mode: When you use the remote lock control transmitter to 1. Follow the instructions for “Entering Programming lock your vehicle, the horn will sound briefly and Mode” listed previously. your parking lamps will flash briefly to let you know 2. - Page 116 yellowblue Programmable Modes To change the mode: Your vehicle can be programmed to one of the 1. Follow the instructions for “Entering Programming following modes. Mode” listed previously. Mode 1: Damage Detection with Reduced Sensitivity 2. Turn the parking lamps on, then off. (If anyone seriously damages your vehicle or opens a 3.
- Page 117 yellowblue Arming and Disarming the Content Programmable Modes Theft-Deterrent System Your vehicle can be programmed to one of the following modes. To arm and disarm the Content Theft Deterrent system, the system must be turned on by using Modes 1, 2 or 4 Mode 1: Power Door Lock Switch Arming Off listed previously in this section under “Content The system will arm when you lock the doors with...
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Page 119: Sliding Door
yellowblue 5. Repeat Step 3 until you hear the number of chimes Sliding Door that matches the mode you want. To open the sliding door from outside the vehicle, pull 6. Remove your key from the door key cylinder. the handle out and then pull the door toward the rear. If you slide the door all the way back, the door will rest in The mode you selected is now set. -
Page 120: Sliding Door Lock
yellowblue 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 121 yellowblue Power Sliding Door (Option) With this option, you can open and close the sliding door with the switches inside your vehicle. If you have the optional remote lock control system, you can also operate the power sliding door with your remote transmitter.
- Page 122 yellowblue This switch is located To open or close the sliding door, press and release one in the overhead of the following two power door switches. console switchbank. One switch is located in the overhead console switchbank. Pushing the bottom of the button turns the power sliding door off.
- Page 123 yellowblue The power sliding door on/off 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 124 yellowblue 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.
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Page 125: Sliding Door Security Lock
yellowblue The security lock lever is located on the inside of the sliding door, on the front edge of the door. To access the CAUTION: lever, open the sliding door. Use the security lock label on the edge of the door as a guide. This lock is on If your vehicle is facing downward on a steep both doors. -
Page 126: Resetting The Power Sliding Door
yellowblue If you want to open the sliding door when the security 1. Check to be sure the power sliding door is unlocked lock is on, unlock the sliding door and open the door and securely closed. from the outside. 2. - Page 127 yellowblue 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 128 yellowblue Theft CAUTION: Vehicle theft is big business, especially in some cities. Although your vehicle has a number of theft deterrent features, we know that nothing we put on it can make it It can be dangerous to drive with the liftgate impossible to steal.
- Page 129 yellowblue Parking at Night Content Theft Deterrent (Option) Park in a lighted spot, close all windows and lock your If your vehicle has this option, it has a theft deterrent vehicle. Remember to keep your valuables out of sight. alarm system. Put them in a storage area, or take them with you.
- Page 130 yellowblue Once armed, the alarm will go off if someone tries to Arming with the Remote Lock enter the vehicle (without using the remote lock control Control Transmitter transmitter or a key), breaks a window, tries to damage Your alarm system will arm when you use your remote the vehicle or turns the ignition on.
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Page 131: Disarming With Your Key
yellowblue Disarming with the Remote Lock If you are still having trouble with nuisance alarms, you can turn off the Content Theft Deterrent system by Control Transmitter programming your Content Theft Deterrent to Mode 3. Your alarm system will disarm when you use your See “Multifunction Alarm Locks and Lighting Choices”... - Page 132 yellowblue This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. When trying to start the vehicle if the engine does not Operation is subject to the following two conditions: start and the PASS KEY light comes on, the key may (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, have a damaged transponder.
- Page 133 yellowblue To program the new key: New Vehicle “Break In” 1. Insert the ignition key in the ignition and start the engine. If the engine will not start see your dealer NOTICE: for service. 2. After the engine has started, turn the key to OFF, and Your vehicle doesn’t need an elaborate remove the key.
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Page 134: Ignition Positions
yellowblue Ignition Positions 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 power windows or other controls or even make the vehicle move. Don’t leave the keys in the vehicle with children. - Page 135 yellowblue LOCK (B): This is the only position in which you can START (E): This position starts the engine. When the remove the key. This locks your steering wheel, ignition engine starts, release the key. The ignition switch will and transaxle. return to RUN for normal driving.
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Page 136: Starting Your Engine
yellowblue Starting Your Engine NOTICE: Move your shift lever to PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N). Your engine won’t start in any other position that’s a Holding your key in START for longer than safety feature. To restart when you’re already moving, 15 seconds at a time will cause your battery to be use NEUTRAL (N) only. - Page 137 yellowblue 3. If your engine still won’t start (or starts but then Engine Coolant Heater (If Equipped) stops), it could be flooded with too much gasoline. Try this: Wait 15 seconds to let the starter motor cool down. Then push your accelerator pedal all the way to the floor.
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Page 138: To Use The Engine Coolant Heater
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Page 139: Automatic Transaxle Operation
yellowblue Automatic Transaxle Operation If you cannot shift out of PARK (P), ease pressure on the shift lever push the shift lever all the way into PARK (P) as you maintain brake application. Then move the shift lever into the gear you wish. See “Shifting Out of PARK (P)”... - Page 140 yellowblue REVERSE (R): Use this gear to back up. CAUTION: NOTICE: Shifting out of PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N) while your engine is “racing” (running at high speed) is Shifting to REVERSE (R) while your vehicle is dangerous. Unless your foot is firmly on the moving forward could damage your transaxle.
- Page 141 yellowblue AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE (D): This position is for THIRD (3): This position is also used for normal normal driving. If you need more power for passing, driving, but it offers more power and lower fuel and you’re: economy than AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE. Going less than 35 mph (55 km/h), push your Here are some times you might choose THIRD (3) accelerator pedal about halfway down.
- Page 142 yellowblue FIRST (1): This position gives you even more power NOTICE: (but lower fuel economy) than SECOND (2). You can use it on very steep hills, or in deep snow or mud. If the selector lever is put in FIRST (1), the transaxle won’t Don’t drive in SECOND (2) for more than 25 miles downshift into first gear until the vehicle is going (40 km), or at speeds over 55 mph (90 km/h), or...
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Page 143: Parking Brake
yellowblue Parking Brake NOTICE: To set the parking brake, hold the regular brake pedal Driving with the parking brake on can cause down with your right foot your rear brakes to overheat. You may have to and push down on the replace them, and you could also damage other parking brake pedal with parts of your vehicle. - Page 144 yellowblue Shifting Into PARK (P) 2. Move the shift lever into PARK (P) like this: 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 145 yellowblue Leaving Your Vehicle With the Engine Running CAUTION: It can be dangerous to leave your vehicle with the engine running. Your vehicle could move suddenly if the shift lever is not fully in PARK (P) with the parking brake firmly set. And, if you leave the vehicle with the engine running, it could overheat and even catch fire.
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Page 146: Torque Lock
yellowblue Torque Lock Shifting Out of PARK (P) If you are parking on a hill and you don’t shift your transaxle into PARK (P) properly, the weight of the CAUTION: vehicle may put too much force on the parking pawl in the transaxle. -
Page 147: Parking Over Things That Burn
yellowblue As you step on the brake pedal, while in PARK (P), you Parking Over Things That Burn may hear a click from the solenoid of the BTSI. This ensures that the BTSI is operating properly. See “Automatic Transaxle Operation” in the Index. If you cannot shift out of PARK (P), ease pressure on the shift lever push the shift lever all the way into... -
Page 148: Engine Exhaust
yellowblue Engine Exhaust Running Your Engine While You’re Parked It’s better not to park with the engine running. But if CAUTION: ever you have to, here are some things to know. Engine exhaust can kill. It contains the gas carbon monoxide (CO), which you can’t see or CAUTION: smell. -
Page 149: Power Windows
yellowblue Windows CAUTION: Power Windows 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. Don’t leave your vehicle when the engine is running unless you have to. -
Page 150: Power Rear Quarter Windows
yellowblue To activate the auto down feature, push the switch all Power Rear Quarter Windows the way down, then release. The window will lower (If Equipped) completely. To stop the window from lowering all the way, pull up the front of the switch. This button, located in the overhead console To raise the window, pull up the front of the switch. -
Page 151: Tilt Wheel
yellowblue Horn Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever You can sound the horn by pressing the horn symbols on your steering wheel. Tilt Wheel A tilt steering wheel allows you to adjust the steering wheel before you drive. You can also raise it to the highest level to give your legs more room when you exit and enter the vehicle. -
Page 152: Turn And Lane Change Signals
yellowblue Turn and Lane Change Signals If you have a trailer towing option with added wiring for the trailer lamps, the signal indicator will flash at a The turn signal has two upward (for right) and two normal rate even if a turn signal bulb is burned out. downward (for left) positions. -
Page 153: Windshield Wipers
yellowblue Windshield Wipers Heavy snow or ice can overload your wipers. A circuit breaker will stop them until the motor cools. Clear away You control the windshield wipers by turning the band snow or ice to prevent an overload. marked WIPER. Windshield Washer For a single wiping cycle, turn the band to MIST. -
Page 154: Cruise Control
yellowblue Rear Window Washer/Wiper Cruise Control With cruise control, you can maintain a speed of about The rear window 25 mph (40 km/h) or more without keeping your foot on wiper switch is located the accelerator. This can really help on long trips. in the instrument panel switchbank. - Page 155 yellowblue If your vehicle is in cruise control when the Traction Control system begins to limit wheel spin, the cruise control will automatically disengage. (See “Traction Control System” in the Index.) When road conditions allow you to safely use it again, you may turn the cruise control back on.
- Page 156 yellowblue Resuming a Set Speed The accelerate feature will work whether or not you have set an initial cruise control speed. Suppose you set your cruise control at a desired speed and then you apply the brake. This, of course, shuts off Reducing Speed While Using Cruise Control the cruise control.
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Page 157: Exterior Lamps
yellowblue Using Cruise Control on Hills Exterior Lamps How well your cruise control will work on hills depends upon your speed, load and the steepness of the hills. When going up steep hills, you may have to step on the accelerator pedal to maintain your speed. -
Page 158: Lamps On Reminder
yellowblue A light sensor on top of the instrument panel makes the Turning the dial to this setting turns on the DRL work, so be sure it isn’t covered. The DRL system headlamps, together with: will make your front parking and turn signal lamps Parking Lamps come on in daylight when: Sidemarker Lamps... -
Page 159: Interior Lamps
yellowblue Fog Lamps When your DRL are on, the headlamps switch must first be turned from the off position before the fog lamps can The fog lamps switch is be turned on. At night, when DRL automatically turns located in the instrument on your headlamps, the fog lamps can be turned on panel switchbank. -
Page 160: Illuminated Entry
yellowblue Interior Lamps Override Switch Illuminated Entry With illuminated entry, the interior of your vehicle is This switch is located in the illuminated so you can see inside before you enter your overhead console vehicle. The lamps will come on for 40 seconds if you switchbank. -
Page 161: Exit Lighting
yellowblue Delayed Illumination Exit Lighting The delayed illumination feature will continue to With exit lighting, the interior lamps will come on for illuminate the interior for 25 seconds after all doors have about 25 seconds whenever you remove the key from been closed so that you can find your ignition and the ignition. -
Page 162: Front Reading Lamps
yellowblue Front Reading Lamps Rear Reading Lamps There are two reading lamps in the third row headliner, above the outboard seating positions. If your vehicle does not have dual sliding doors, there is also a reading lamp in the second row on the driver’s side. To turn on either reading lamp, press the lamp lens. -
Page 163: Battery Saver
yellowblue Battery Saver Power Remote Control Mirrors Your vehicle has a feature to help prevent you from The control on the driver’s draining the battery, in case you accidentally leave the door controls both outside interior lamps on. If you leave any interior lamps on rearview mirrors. -
Page 164: Storage Compartments
yellowblue Both outside mirrors can be folded forward or rearward. Heated Outside Mirrors In the rearward position, they will fold almost flush with The left and right outside mirrors are heated when you the vehicle. This feature is particularly useful in activate the rear window defogger. -
Page 165: Compact Overhead Console
yellowblue Compact Overhead Console Overhead Console (If Equipped) The front overhead console includes two reading lamps, a storage compartment and a switchbank. The switchbank has switches for the optional Power The optional front overhead console has reading lamps, Sliding Door, Interior Lights Override and the Power a switchbank, storage compartments, including one for Quarter Windows. - Page 166 yellowblue 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 167 yellowblue Sunglasses Storage Compartment 5. Add one peg at a time until your garage door opener operates with the compartment door closed when To open the sunglasses storage compartment in the you press the button. overhead console, press the release button. Then pull the compartment down to the full open position.
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Page 168: Storage Bin
yellowblue Storage Bin Removing and Replacing the Tray 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. Inside the bin, you will find a tray that slides out. Slide the tray all the way toward the rear of the vehicle until the tray locks onto the plastic tabs at the end of the guide rails. -
Page 169: Rear Storage Compartments
yellowblue The dividers in the tray can be removed by squeezing Cupholders the plastic tabs on the bottom of the dividers, while There are cupholders on the inboard side of the front pulling up. Replace the dividers by sliding them down passenger’s seat and the right side of the second row until the tabs click into place. - Page 170 yellowblue 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. The side of the convenience net closest to the front of the vehicle is higher than the side closest to the liftgate.
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Page 171: Front Seat Storage Net
yellowblue Side Convenience Nets Front Seat Storage Net 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. There is a storage net that stretches between the front seats. - Page 172 yellowblue 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 173 yellowblue Don’t exceed the maximum vehicle capacity when loading your vehicle. For more information on vehicle capacity and loading, see “Loading Your Vehicle” in the Index. To prevent damage or loss of cargo as you’re driving, check now and then to make sure the luggage carrier and cargo are still securely fastened.
- Page 174 yellowblue Use the adjustable tie down loops in the side rails to help secure large loads. Reposition the tie downs by turning them counterclockwise, then slide them along the side rail. Turn the tie downs clockwise to tighten them in place. If you wish to attach the luggage tie downs or other Lift the end of the bumper strip with a flathead...
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Page 175: Ashtray And Cigarette Lighter
yellowblue Ashtray and Cigarette Lighter The ashtray and cigarette lighter are located in the middle section of the instrument panel, below the switchbank. Pull out the drawer to use the ashtray. To remove the ashtray for cleaning, grasp the edge of the ashtray with your fingertips and pull up and out, in a rocking motion. -
Page 176: Sun Visors
yellowblue Lighted Visor Vanity Mirrors (If Equipped) NOTICE: Pull down the sun visor. Flip up the cover to expose the vanity mirror. The lamps will come on when you open Don’t put papers and other things that burn into the cover. your ashtrays. - Page 177 yellowblue Accessory Inflator System (Option) The air inflator kit is stored in the glove box. It includes a 20 foot (6 m) hose with an air pressure gage and Your vehicle may be equipped with an air inflator. With nozzle adapters. it, you can inflate things like air mattresses and basketballs, and you can also use it to bring your tires up to the proper pressure.
- Page 178 yellowblue If the air inflator system does not turn on, the fuse may be blown or installed incorrectly. See “Fuses and Circuit Breakers” in the Index or see your dealer for service. Your air inflator will automatically shut off after about 10 minutes.
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Page 179: Accessory Power Outlets
yellowblue Accessory Power Outlets To replace the cover on the rear outlet, line up the tabs at the back of the cover and put the cover in place. Push Power outlets can be used to plug in electrical down the tab to secure the cover. equipment such as a cellular telephone, CB radio, etc. - Page 180 yellowblue The Instrument Panel Your Information System 2-84...
- Page 181 yellowblue The main components of the instrument panel are: A. Side Vents M. Ignition Switch B. Front Vents N. Steering Wheel Touch Controls (Option) C. Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever O. Climate Controls D. Hazard Warning Flashers Switch P. Rear Fan Controls (Option) E.
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Page 182: Instrument Panel Cluster
yellowblue 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 183: Trip Odometer
yellowblue Speedometer and Tamper Trip Odometer 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 184 yellowblue Tachometer Warning Lights, Gages 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.
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Page 185: Safety Belt Reminder Light
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Page 186: Brake System Warning Light
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Page 187: Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light
yellowblue This light should come on briefly when you turn the Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light ignition key to RUN. If it doesn’t come on then, have it With the anti lock brake fixed so it will be ready to warn you if there’s system, this light will come a problem. - Page 188 yellowblue Traction Control System Warning CAUTION: Light (Option) This warning light should Your regular brake system may not be working come on briefly as you start properly if the anti lock brake system warning the engine. light is on. Driving with the anti lock brake system warning light on can lead to an accident.
- Page 189 yellowblue The traction control system warning light may come on When your traction control system is limiting wheel for the following reasons: spin, the LOW TRACTION light will come on. Slippery road conditions may exist if this light comes on, so If there’s a brake system problem that is specifically adjust your driving accordingly.
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Page 190: Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Light
yellowblue Engine Coolant Temperature Engine Coolant Temperature Gage Warning Light This light will come on when your engine gets too hot. If this light comes on, it means that your engine coolant has overheated. If you have been operating your vehicle United States Canada under normal driving conditions, you should pull off the... -
Page 191: Low Coolant Warning Light
yellowblue Low Coolant Warning Light Malfunction Indicator Lamp (Service Engine Soon Light in the United States or Check Engine Light in Canada) United States Canada United States Canada If this light comes on, your system is low on coolant and the engine may overheat. - Page 192 yellowblue This light should come on, as a check to show you it is NOTICE: working, when the ignition is on and the engine is not running. If the light doesn’t come on, have it repaired. This light will also come on during a malfunction in one If you keep driving your vehicle with this light of two ways: on, after a while, your emission controls may not...
- Page 193 yellowblue If the light continues to flash, when it is safe to do so, As your engine starts to run out of fuel, your engine may stop the vehicle. Find a safe place to park your vehicle. not run as efficiently as designed since small amounts of Turn the key off, wait at least 10 seconds and restart the air are sucked into the fuel line causing a misfire.
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Page 194: Oil Pressure Light
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Page 195: Door Ajar Light
yellowblue Power Sliding Door Warning Light Door Ajar Light This light will come on if This light will come on the power sliding door is when the ignition is turned not completely closed and to RUN or START and the the ignition is turned to driver’s/passenger’s door or RUN or START. -
Page 196: Fuel Gage
yellowblue Fuel Gage Your fuel gage tells you about how much fuel you have left when the ignition is on. Here are four things that some owners ask about. All these things are normal and do not indicate that anything is wrong with the fuel gage. -
Page 197: Low Fuel Warning Light
yellowblue Low Fuel Warning Light Driver Information Center (DIC) (Option) If your fuel is low, the warning light next to the fuel gage will go on and stay on until you add fuel. If the warning light is still on after adding fuel, you need to reset the warning light. -
Page 198: Compass Variance
yellowblue MODE (Mode Button): Press this button to cycle Setting the Variance through three modes of operation Off, Compass/Temperature and Trip Computer mode. In the Trip Computer mode, pressing the MODE button cycles through the five displays. Press the MODE button after the last Trip Computer display to return the DIC to the OFF mode. - Page 199 yellowblue Turn the ignition on and cycle the DIC to the Manual Compass Calibration Compass/Temperature mode. Press both the E/M and If the compass appears erratic and the calibration MODE buttons simultaneously for approximately five symbol does not appear, you must manually put the seconds.
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Page 200: Trip Computer
yellowblue Trip Computer Resetting the Trip Computer Press and hold the MODE and E/M buttons for at least There are five trip computer displays which may be two seconds. The reset is acknowledged with the display stepped through by pushing the MODE button. The showing all segments on for a period of half a second. - Page 201 yellowblue 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 Rear Seat Audio (If Equipped) Air Conditioning Remote Compact Disc Player (If Equipped)
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Page 202: Comfort Controls
yellowblue Comfort Controls Temperature Knob The center knob controls the temperature of the air This section tells you how to make your air system work coming through the system. Turn it counterclockwise for you. Your comfort control system uses (toward the blue area) for cooler air. Turn it clockwise ozone friendly R 134a refrigerant. -
Page 203: Air Conditioning
yellowblue Air Conditioning DEFOG: This setting directs air to the windshield On very hot days, your vehicle will cool down more and through the floor ducts. This mode is particularly quickly and economically if you open the windows long useful during cold or inclement weather because of your enough to let hot, inside air escape. -
Page 204: Defogging And Defrosting
yellowblue Heating Defogging and Defrosting Turn the temperature knob clockwise (toward the red To rapidly defrost the windshield, turn the temperature area) to warm the air. control knob all the way clockwise (to the red area) and turn the mode knob to DEFROST. Adjust the fan to the In the LOWER mode, outside air will be brought in and highest speed. -
Page 205: Rear Window Defogger
yellowblue Rear Window Defogger NOTICE: Press the REAR button (the light will glow) to warm the Don’t use a razor blade or something else sharp defogger grid on the rear on the inside of the rear window. If you do, you window and to turn on could cut or damage the warming grid, and the the heated outside... - Page 206 yellowblue Rear Fan Control Rear Comfort Controls This option comes with the rear climate controls. Keep the area around the base of the center instrument panel console and the area between and under the front seats free of objects that would obstruct airflow to the rear of the vehicle.
- Page 207 yellowblue To maintain a comfortable temperature in the rear, use either rear fan control to adjust the force of air coming through the rear outlets. Select the desired climate control mode using the directional controls on the instrument panel (see “Mode Knob”...
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Page 208: Ventilation System
yellowblue Ventilation System Ventilation Tips Keep the hood and front air inlet free of ice, snow or Your vehicle’s flow through ventilation system supplies any other obstruction (such as leaves). This will outside air into the vehicle when it is moving. Outside allow the heater and defroster to work much better, air will also enter the vehicle when the fan is running. -
Page 209: Audio Systems
yellowblue Audio Systems AM-FM Stereo with Cassette Tape Player and Automatic Tone Control Your Delco Electronics 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. - Page 210 yellowblue SCV: Your system has a feature called SCAN: Press one of the SEEK arrows for two seconds, Speed Compensated Volume (SCV). With SCV, your and SCAN will appear in the display. Use SCAN to audio system adjusts automatically to make up for road listen to stations for a few seconds.
- Page 211 yellowblue P.SCAN: Press this button to listen to each of your Push these knobs back into their stored positions when favorite stations stored on your pushbuttons for a few you’re not using them. seconds. The radio will scan through each of the stations AUTO TONE: This feature allows you to choose preset stored on your pushbuttons, except those stations with bass and treble equalization settings designed for...
- Page 212 yellowblue Playing a Cassette Tape PREV (1): Press this button or the left SEEK arrow to go to the previous selection on the tape if the current Your tape player is built to work best with tapes that are selection has been playing for less than eight seconds. If up to 30 to 45 minutes long on each side.
- Page 213 yellowblue REV (4): Press this button to reverse the tape rapidly. TAPE AUX: Press this button to change to the tape Press it again to return to playing speed. The radio will function when the radio is on. The tape symbol with an play the last selected station while the tape reverses.
- Page 214 yellowblue CD Adapter Kits AM-FM Stereo with Compact Disc Player and Automatic Tone Control (If Equipped) It is possible to use a CD adapter kit with your cassette tape player after activating the bypass feature on your tape player. To activate the bypass feature, use the following steps: 1.
- Page 215 yellowblue SCV: Your system has a feature called SCAN: Press one of the SEEK arrows for two seconds, Speed Compensated Volume (SCV). With SCV, your and SCAN will appear on the display. Use SCAN to audio system adjusts automatically to make up for road listen to stations for a few seconds.
- Page 216 yellowblue P.SCAN: Press this button to listen to each of your Push these knobs back into their stored positions when favorite stations stored on your pushbuttons for a few you’re not using them. seconds. The radio will scan through each of the stations AUTO TONE: This feature allows you to choose preset stored on your pushbuttons, except those stations with bass and treble equalization settings designed for...
- Page 217 yellowblue Playing a Compact Disc RDM (2): Press this button to hear the tracks in random, rather than sequential, order. RANDOM will show on Insert a disc partway into the slot, label side up. The the display. Press RDM again to turn off random play. player will pull it in.
- Page 218 yellowblue FM: Press this button to play the radio when a disc Rear Seat Audio (If Equipped) is in the player. The letters CD will go off the display. CD AUX: Press this button to change to the disc function when the radio is on. A CD icon will appear on the display when the disc is in the player, whether it is active or not.
- Page 219 yellowblue PWR: Press this button to turn the rear seat audio back to the previous selection. The SEEK button is system on or off. The rear speakers will be muted when inactive if the cassette mode on the front radio is in use. the power is turned on.
- Page 220 yellowblue Remote Compact Disc Player (If Equipped) To remove the disc, press the EJECT button and remove the disc from the player. All of the compact disc functions are controlled by the radio buttons except for EJECT. When a disc is in the player, a CD symbol will appear on the display.
- Page 221 yellowblue REV (4): Press and hold this button to quickly reverse TAPE AUX: With a disc loaded in the player and the within a track. As the CD reverses, elapsed time will be radio playing, press this button once to play the compact displayed to help you find the correct passage.
- Page 222 yellowblue Activating the Theft Deterrent Feature 6. Press MN again to make the last two digits agree with your code. The instructions which follow explain how to enter your secret code to activate the THEFTLOCK system. It is 7. Press HR to make the first one or two digits agree recommended that you read through all nine steps with your code.
- Page 223 yellowblue Unlocking the Theft Deterrent Feature After a Disabling the Theft Deterrent Feature Power Loss Enter your secret code as follows; pause no more than Enter your secret code as follows; pause no more than 15 seconds between steps: 15 seconds between steps: 1.
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Page 224: Audio Steering Wheel Controls
yellowblue To unlock a secured radio, see “Unlocking the PLAY: Press this button to play a loaded cassette tape or Theft Deterrent Feature After a Power Loss” earlier in compact disc when the radio is playing. this section. MUTE: Press this button to silence the system. Press it again to turn on the sound. -
Page 225: Understanding Radio Reception
yellowblue Understanding Radio Reception To help avoid hearing loss or damage: Adjust the volume control to the lowest setting. Increase volume slowly until you hear comfortably The range for most AM stations is greater than for FM, and clearly. especially at night. The longer range, however, can cause stations to interfere with each other. -
Page 226: Care Of Your Cassette Tape Player
yellowblue Care of Your Cassette Tape Player When using a scrubbing action, non abrasive cleaning cassette, it is normal for the cassette to eject because A tape player that is not cleaned regularly can cause your unit is equipped with a cut tape detection feature reduced sound quality, ruined cassettes or a damaged and a cleaning cassette may appear as a broken tape. -
Page 227: Integrated Windshield Antenna
yellowblue After you clean the player, press and hold EJECT for Care of Your Compact Disc Player five seconds to reset the CLN indicator. The radio will The use of CD lens cleaner discs is not advised, due to display to show the indicator was reset. - Page 228 yellowblue NOTES 3-28...
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Page 229: Table Of Contents
yellowblue 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 City Driving Drunken Driving Freeway Driving Control of a Vehicle Before Leaving on a Long Trip Braking... -
Page 230: Defensive Driving
yellowblue 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.” Assume that pedestrians or other drivers are going to be careless and make mistakes. -
Page 231: Drunken Driving
yellowblue Drunken Driving The obvious way to solve the leading highway safety problem is for people never to drink alcohol and then Death and injury associated with drinking and driving is drive. But what if people do? How much is “too much” a national tragedy. - Page 232 yellowblue Since alcohol is carried in body water, this means that a woman generally will reach a higher BAC level than a man of her same body weight when each has the same number of drinks. The law in many U.S. states sets the legal limit at a BAC of 0.10 percent.
- Page 233 yellowblue The body takes about an hour to rid itself of the alcohol in one drink. No amount of coffee or number of cold CAUTION: showers will speed that up. “I’ll be careful” isn’t the right answer. What if there’s an emergency, a need to Drinking and then driving is very dangerous.
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Page 234: Control Of A Vehicle
yellowblue Control of a Vehicle Braking You have three systems that make your vehicle go where Braking action involves perception time and you want it to go. They are the brakes, the steering and reaction time. the accelerator. All three systems have to do their work First, you have to decide to push on the brake pedal. -
Page 235: Anti-Lock Brakes (Abs)
yellowblue Avoid needless heavy braking. Some people drive in Anti-Lock Brakes (ABS) spurts heavy acceleration followed by heavy Your vehicle has anti lock brakes (ABS). ABS is an braking rather than keeping pace with traffic. This is a advanced electronic braking system that will help mistake. - Page 236 yellowblue The anti lock system can change the brake pressure faster than any driver could. The computer is programmed to make the most of available tire and road conditions. Here’s how anti lock works. Let’s say the road is wet. You’re driving safely.
- Page 237 yellowblue Remember: Anti lock doesn’t change the time you need Traction Control System (If Equipped) to get your foot up to the brake pedal or always decrease Your vehicle may have a traction control system that stopping distance. If you get too close to the vehicle in limits wheel spin.
- Page 238 yellowblue This light should come on To turn the system off, press briefly when you start the the TCS symbol on the engine. If it stays on or bottom of the button in the comes on while you are center console switchbank. driving, there’s a problem The indicator light on the with your traction...
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Page 239: Steering
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Page 240: Steering In Emergencies
yellowblue 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 241: Off - Road Recovery
yellowblue Road Recovery Passing You may find that your right wheels have dropped off the The driver of a vehicle about to pass another on a edge of a road onto the shoulder while you’re driving. lane highway waits for just the right moment, accelerates, moves around the vehicle ahead, then goes back into the right lane again. - Page 242 yellowblue Do not get too close to the vehicle you want to pass Check your mirrors, glance over your shoulder and while you’re awaiting an opportunity. For one thing, start your left lane change signal before moving out following too closely reduces your area of vision, of the right lane to pass.
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Page 243: Loss Of Control
yellowblue Loss of Control If your vehicle starts to slide, ease your foot off the accelerator pedal and quickly steer the way you want the Let’s review what driving experts say about what vehicle to go. If you start steering quickly enough, your happens when the three control systems (brakes, steering vehicle may straighten out. -
Page 244: Driving At Night
yellowblue Driving at Night Adjust your inside rearview mirror to reduce the glare from headlamps behind you. Since you can’t see as well, you may need to slow down and keep more space between you and other vehicles. Slow down, especially on higher speed roads. Your headlamps can light up only so much road ahead. -
Page 245: Driving In Rain And On Wet Roads
yellowblue You can be temporarily blinded by approaching Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads 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 246 yellowblue Rain and wet roads can mean driving trouble. On a wet road, you can’t stop, accelerate or turn as well because your tire road traction isn’t as good as on dry roads. And, if your tires don’t have much tread left, you’ll get even less traction.
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Page 247: Driving Through Deep Standing Water
yellowblue Hydroplaning usually happens at higher speeds. There just isn’t a hard and fast rule about hydroplaning. The CAUTION: best advice is to slow down when it is raining. Driving Through Deep Standing Water Wet brakes can cause accidents. They won’t work as well in a quick stop and may cause pulling to one side. -
Page 248: City Driving
yellowblue City Driving Here are ways to increase your safety in city driving: Know the best way to get to where you are going. Get a city map and plan your trip into an unknown part of the city just as you would for a cross country trip. -
Page 249: Freeway Driving
yellowblue Freeway Driving 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. Too fast or slow driving breaks a smooth traffic flow. Treat the left lane on a freeway as a passing lane. -
Page 250: Before Leaving On A Long Trip
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Page 251: Highway Hypnosis
yellowblue Highway Hypnosis Hill and Mountain Roads 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 252 yellowblue If you drive regularly in steep country, or if you’re planning to visit there, here are some tips that can make CAUTION: your trips safer and more enjoyable. Keep your vehicle in good shape. Check all fluid Coasting downhill in NEUTRAL (N) or with the levels and also the brakes, tires, cooling system ignition off is dangerous.
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Page 253: Winter Driving
yellowblue 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 254 yellowblue If you have traction control, keep the system on. It will improve your ability to accelerate when driving on a slippery road. Even though your vehicle has a traction control system, you’ll want to slow down and adjust your driving to the road conditions. See “Traction Control System”...
- Page 255 yellowblue If You’re Caught in a Blizzard Tie a red cloth to your vehicle to alert police that you’ve been stopped by the snow. Put on extra clothing or wrap a blanket around you. If you have no blankets or extra clothing, make body insulators from newspapers, burlap bags, rags, floor mats anything you can wrap around yourself or...
- Page 256 yellowblue Run your engine only as long as you must. This saves fuel. When you run the engine, make it go a little faster CAUTION: than just idle. That is, push the accelerator slightly. This uses less fuel for the heat that you get and it keeps the Snow can trap exhaust gases under your vehicle.
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Page 257: Recreational Vehicle Towing
yellowblue Recreational Vehicle Towing Loading Your Vehicle To tow your vehicle, follow these steps: The Certification/Tire label is found on the rear edge of the driver’s door. 1. Put the front wheels on a dolly. 2. Put the vehicle in PARK (P). 3. - Page 258 yellowblue The label shows the size of your original tires and the inflation pressures needed to obtain the gross weight CAUTION: capacity of your vehicle. This is called the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR). The GVWR includes the Do not load your vehicle any heavier than the weight of the vehicle, all occupants, fuel and cargo.
- Page 259 yellowblue Electronic Level Control (Option) CAUTION: 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 Things you put inside your vehicle can strike and should still not exceed the GVWR or the GAWR.
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Page 260: Towing A Trailer
yellowblue Towing 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 CAUTION: different than just driving your vehicle by itself. -
Page 261: If You Do Decide To Pull A Trailer
yellowblue If You Do Decide To Pull A Trailer Three important considerations have to do with weight: the weight of the trailer, If you do, here are some important points: the weight of the trailer tongue There are many different laws, including speed limit restrictions, having to do with trailering. -
Page 262: Weight Of The Trailer Tongue
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 6006 In Canada, write to: General Motors of Canada Limited... - Page 263 yellowblue Total Weight on Your Vehicle’s Tires If you’ll be pulling a trailer that, when loaded, will weigh more than 2,000 lbs. (900 kg), be sure to use a Be sure your vehicle’s tires are inflated to the upper properly mounted, weight carrying hitch and sway limit for cold tires.
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Page 264: Driving With A Trailer
yellowblue Safety Chains Driving with a Trailer You should always attach chains between your vehicle and your trailer. Cross the safety chains under the tongue CAUTION: of the trailer to help prevent the tongue from contacting the road if it becomes separated from the hitch. Instructions about safety chains may be provided by the If you have a rear most window open and you... -
Page 265: Following Distance
yellowblue Towing a trailer requires a certain amount of experience. Following Distance Before setting out for the open road, you’ll want to get Stay at least twice as far behind the vehicle ahead as you to know your rig. Acquaint yourself with the feel of would when driving your vehicle without a trailer. -
Page 266: Making Turns
yellowblue Making Turns When towing a trailer, the arrows on your instrument panel will flash for turns even if the bulbs on the trailer are burned out. Thus, you may think drivers behind you NOTICE: are seeing your signal when they are not. It’s important to check occasionally to be sure the trailer bulbs are still working. -
Page 267: Parking On Hills
yellowblue Parking on Hills When You Are Ready to Leave After Parking on a Hill 1. Apply your regular brakes and hold the pedal down CAUTION: while you: Start your engine; You really should not park your vehicle, with a Shift into a gear;... - Page 268 yellowblue NOTES 4-40...
- Page 269 yellowblue 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 Cooling System Other Warning Devices If a Tire Goes Flat Jump Starting Changing a Flat Tire Towing Your Vehicle Compact Spare Tire Engine Overheating...
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Page 270: Hazard Warning Flashers
yellowblue Hazard Warning Flashers Your hazard warning flashers button is on top of the steering column. Press the button in to turn on your flashers. Your hazard warning flashers work no matter what position your key is in, and even if the key isn’t in. To turn off the flashers, push the button down and it will pop back up by itself. -
Page 271: Other Warning Devices
yellowblue Other Warning Devices CAUTION: If you carry reflective triangles, you can set one up at the side of the road about 300 feet (100 m) behind your vehicle. Batteries can hurt you. They can be dangerous because: Jump Starting They contain acid that can burn you. - Page 272 yellowblue NOTICE: NOTICE: Ignoring these steps could result in costly damage If the other system isn’t a 12 volt system with a to your vehicle that wouldn’t be covered by negative ground, both vehicles can be damaged. your warranty. The ACDelco Freedom battery in your vehicle 2.
- Page 273 yellowblue 3. Turn off the ignition on both vehicles. Unplug unnecessary accessories plugged into the cigarette CAUTION: lighter or accessory power outlet. Turn off all lamps that aren’t needed as well as radios. This will avoid An electric fan can start up even when the engine sparks and help save both batteries.
- Page 274 yellowblue 6. Check that the jumper cables don’t have loose or missing insulation. If they do, you could get a shock. CAUTION: The vehicles could be damaged, too. Before you connect the cables, here are some basic Using a match near a battery can cause battery things you should know.
- Page 275 yellowblue 7. Connect the red positive (+) cable to the positive (+) 9. Now connect the terminal of the vehicle with the dead battery. Use a black negative ( ) cable remote positive (+) terminal if the vehicle has one. to the good battery’s negative ( ) terminal.
- Page 276 yellowblue 10. Attach the cable at least 18 inches (45 cm) away from the dead battery, but not near engine parts that move. The electrical connection is just as good there, but the chance of sparks getting back to the battery is much less.
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Page 277: Towing Your Vehicle
yellowblue Towing Your 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. Don’t have your vehicle towed CAUTION: on the drive wheels, unless you must. -
Page 278: Operating Mode
yellowblue Overheated Engine Protection If Steam Is Coming From Your Engine Operating Mode This emergency operating mode allows your vehicle to be driven to a safe place in an emergency situation. Should an overheated engine condition exist, an overheat protection mode which alternates firing groups of three cylinders helps prevent engine damage. - Page 279 yellowblue NOTICE: CAUTION: If your engine catches fire because you keep Steam from an overheated engine can burn you driving with no coolant, your vehicle can be badly, even if you just open the hood. Stay away badly damaged. The costly repairs would not be from the engine if you see or hear steam coming covered by your warranty.
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Page 280: Cooling System
yellowblue If you get the overheat warning with no sign of steam, Cooling System try this for a minute or so: When you decide it’s safe to lift the hood, here’s what 1. If your air conditioner is on, turn it off. you’ll see: 2. - Page 281 yellowblue If the coolant inside the coolant recovery tank is boiling, don’t do anything else until it cools down. CAUTION: Heater and radiator hoses, and other engine parts, can be very hot. Don’t touch them. If you do, you can be burned. Don’t run the engine if there is a leak.
- Page 282 yellowblue How to Add Coolant to the Coolant NOTICE: Recovery Tank If you haven’t found a problem yet, but the coolant level When adding coolant, it is important that you use isn’t at or above the FULL COLD mark, add a 50/50 only DEX COOL (silicate...
- Page 283 yellowblue NOTICE: CAUTION: In cold weather, water can freeze and crack the You can be burned if you spill coolant on hot engine, radiator, heater core and other parts. engine parts. Coolant contains ethylene glycol Use the recommended coolant and the proper and it will burn if the engine parts are hot coolant mixture.
- Page 284 yellowblue 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.
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Page 285: How To Add Coolant To The Radiator
yellowblue How to Add Coolant to the Radiator 2. Then keep turning the pressure cap, but now push down as you turn it. Remove the pressure cap. 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. - Page 286 yellowblue 3. Fill the radiator with the proper DEX COOL 4. Start the engine and let it run until you can feel the coolant mixture, up to the base of the filler neck. upper radiator hose getting hot. Watch out for the (See “Engine Coolant”...
- Page 287 yellowblue 6. Then replace the pressure cap. At any time during 7. Then fill the coolant recovery tank to the this procedure if coolant begins to flow out of the FULL COLD mark. filler neck, reinstall the pressure cap. Be sure the 8.
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Page 288: If A Tire Goes Flat
yellowblue If a Tire Goes Flat Changing a Flat Tire It’s unusual for a tire to “blow out” while you’re driving, If a tire goes flat, avoid further tire and wheel damage especially if you maintain your tires properly. If air goes by driving slowly to a level place. -
Page 289: Removing The Spare Tire And Tools
yellowblue Removing the Spare Tire and Tools The equipment you’ll need is in the storage compartment at the rear of the vehicle, on the passenger’s side. Remove the side convenience net. Open the jack storage compartment by lifting up the tab and pulling the cover off. - Page 290 yellowblue A. Jack D. Wing Nut A. Hoist Shaft D. Spare Tire B. Strap E. Jacking Instructions B. Hoist Assembly E. Extension (Chisel End) C. Bracket F. Bag and Tools C. Retainer F. Wrench Remove the jack and jacking tools by loosening the The compact spare tire is located under the vehicle, wing nut and bracket.
- Page 291 yellowblue The tools you’ll be using include the jack (A), extension (B) and folding wrench (C). Tilt the retainer at the end of the cable so it can be pulled up through the wheel opening. 5-23...
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Page 292: Spare Tire
yellowblue 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, If your vehicle has the plastic “bolt on”... - Page 293 yellowblue 2. Loosen the wheel NOTICE: nuts but do not remove them using the folding wrench. To help avoid damage to the lock nut or the wheel (Turn the handle about lock key, do not use an impact wrench with 180 degrees, then flip this key.
- Page 294 yellowblue 3. Near each wheel, there is a notch in the CAUTION: vehicle’s body. Position the jack and raise the Getting under a vehicle when it is jacked up is jack head until it fits dangerous. If the vehicle slips off the jack, you firmly into the notch in could be badly injured or killed.
- Page 295 yellowblue 4. Attach the folding 7. Remove any rust or dirt wrench to the jack, and from the wheel bolts, turn the wrench mounting surfaces and clockwise to raise the spare wheel. jack head a few inches. 5. Raise the vehicle by turning the folding wrench clockwise in the jack.
- Page 296 yellowblue 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 297 yellowblue 10. Tighten the wheel nuts NOTICE: firmly in a crisscross sequence, as shown. Improperly tightened wheel nuts can lead to brake pulsation and rotor damage. To avoid expensive brake repairs, evenly tighten the wheel nuts in the proper sequence and to the proper torque specification.
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Page 298: Storing A Flat Or Spare Tire And Tools
yellowblue Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools 4. When the tire is almost in the stored position, turn the tire so the valve is towards the rear of the vehicle. CAUTION: This will help when you check and maintain tire pressure in the spare. -
Page 299: Compact Spare Tire
yellowblue 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 300: If You're Stuck: In Sand, Mud, Ice Or Snow
yellowblue If You’re Stuck: In Sand, Mud, NOTICE: Ice or Snow In order to free your vehicle when it is stuck, you will When the compact spare is installed, don’t take need to spin the wheels, but you don’t want to spin your your vehicle through an automatic car wash with wheels too fast. -
Page 301: Rocking Your Vehicle To Get It Out
yellowblue Rocking Your Vehicle To Get It Out NOTICE: First, turn your steering wheel left and right. That will clear the area around your front wheels. If your vehicle Spinning your wheels can destroy parts of your has traction control, you should turn your traction vehicle as well as the tires. - Page 302 yellowblue NOTES 5-34...
- Page 303 yellowblue 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.
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Page 304: Doing Your Own Service Work
yellowblue Service Doing Your Own Service Work If you want to do some of your own service work, you’ll Your dealer knows your vehicle best and wants you to want to use the proper service manual. It tells you much be happy with it. - Page 305 yellowblue Fuel CAUTION: Use regular unleaded gasoline rated at 87 octane or higher. It is recommended that the gasoline meet specifications which have been developed by the You can be injured and your vehicle could be American Automobile Manufacturers Association damaged if you try to do service work on a (AAMA) and endorsed by the Canadian Motor Vehicle vehicle without knowing enough about it.
- Page 306 Indicator Lamp” in the Index.) If this occurs, return to the specifications described earlier. your authorized Oldsmobile dealer for diagnosis to determine the cause of failure. In the event it is NOTICE: determined that the cause of the condition is the type of fuels used, repairs may not be covered by your warranty.
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Page 307: Fuels In Foreign Countries
yellowblue Fuels in Foreign Countries Filling Your Tank 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 308 yellowblue To remove the cap, turn it slowly to the left (counterclockwise). The cap has a spring in it; if you let CAUTION: go of the cap too soon, it will spring back to the right. Gasoline vapor is highly flammable. It burns violently, and that can cause very bad injuries.
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Page 309: Filling A Portable Fuel Container
yellowblue When you put the cap back on, turn it to the right Filling a Portable Fuel Container (clockwise) until you hear a clicking sound. Make sure you fully install the cap. The diagnostic system can determine if the fuel cap has been left off or improperly CAUTION: installed. -
Page 310: Checking Things Under The Hood
yellowblue Checking Things Under the Hood Hood Release 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 To open the hood, first pull the hood release handle start a fire. - Page 311 yellowblue 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. Pull forward on the hood prop to release it from its storage clip.
- Page 312 yellowblue When you lift the hood, you’ll see these items: A. Underhood Fuse and D. Radiator Pressure Cap H. Transaxle Fluid Dipstick Relay Center E. Power Steering Fluid Reservoir I. Brake Master Cylinder B. Remote Positive (+) Terminal F. Engine Oil Fill Location J.
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Page 313: Engine Oil
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Page 314: Checking Engine Oil
yellowblue Checking Engine Oil NOTICE: Pull out the dipstick and clean it with a paper towel or cloth, then push it back in all the way. Remove it again, Don’t add too much oil. If your engine has so keeping the tip down, and check the level. much oil that the oil level gets above the cross hatched area that shows the proper... -
Page 315: What Kind Of Engine Oil To Use
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Page 316: Engine Oil Additives
yellowblue As shown in the chart, SAE 5W 30 is best for your Engine Oil Additives vehicle. However, you can use SAE 10W 30 if it’s going Don’t add anything to your oil. Your dealer is ready to to be 0 C) or above. -
Page 317: What To Do With Used Oil
yellowblue If none of them is true, use the long trip/highway Engine Air Cleaner/Filter maintenance schedule. Change the oil and filter every 7,500 miles (12 500 km) or 12 months whichever occurs first. Driving a vehicle with a fully warmed engine under highway conditions causes engine oil to break down slower. - Page 318 yellowblue Checking or Replacing the Air Cleaner/Filter NOTICE: 1. Unlatch the two hooks on top of the air cleaner housing. If the air cleaner/filter is off, a backfire can cause 2. Turn back the air inlet panel and rest it on top of the a damaging engine fire.
- Page 319 yellowblue 1. Pull the tab up and out on the outer access panel. 2. Then squeeze the tab on the left of the inner access panel. 3. The first filter will pull straight out. To remove the second, reach in and slide it toward the opening. Pull the second filter out.
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Page 320: How To Check
yellowblue 5. Close the inner access door, while squeezing the tab. How to Check Be sure it is tightly closed. Because this operation can be a little difficult, you 6. Snap the outer access panel into the back of the may choose to have this done at the dealership glove box. - Page 321 yellowblue To get the right reading, the fluid should be at normal Then, without shutting off the engine, follow operating temperature, which is 180 F to 200 these steps: C to 93 Get the vehicle warmed up by driving about 15 miles (24 km) when outside temperatures are above 50 C).
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Page 322: How To Add Fluid
yellowblue If the fluid level is low, add only enough of the proper fluid to bring the level into the cross hatched area on the dipstick. 1. Pull out the dipstick. 2. Using a long neck funnel, add enough fluid at the dipstick hole to bring it to the proper level. -
Page 323: Engine Coolant
yellowblue Radiator Pressure Cap Engine Coolant The cooling system in your vehicle is filled with COOL engine coolant. This coolant is designed NOTICE: to remain in your vehicle for 5 years or 150,000 miles (240 000 km), whichever occurs first, if you add only Your radiator cap is a 15 psi (105 kPa) COOL extended life coolant. - Page 324 yellowblue NOTICE: CAUTION: When adding coolant, it is important that you use Adding only plain water to your cooling system only DEX COOL (silicate free) coolant. can be dangerous. Plain water, or some other If coolant other than DEX COOL is added to the liquid like alcohol, can boil before the proper system, premature engine, heater core or coolant mixture will.
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Page 325: Checking Coolant
yellowblue Checking Coolant NOTICE: If you use an improper coolant mixture, your engine could overheat and be badly damaged. The repair cost wouldn’t be covered by your warranty. Too much water in the mixture can freeze and crack the engine, radiator, heater core and other parts. - Page 326 yellowblue CAUTION: Turning the radiator pressure cap when the engine and radiator are hot can allow steam and scalding liquids to blow out and burn you badly. With the coolant recovery tank, you will almost United States Canada never have to add coolant at the radiator. Never turn the radiator pressure cap even a If this light comes on and stays on, it means you’re low...
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Page 327: Power Steering Fluid
yellowblue Power Steering Fluid How to Check Power Steering Fluid When the engine compartment is cool, wipe the cap and the top of the reservoir clean, then unscrew the cap and wipe the dipstick with a clean rag. Replace the cap and completely tighten it. -
Page 328: Windshield Washer Fluid
yellowblue Windshield Washer Fluid NOTICE: What to Use When using concentrated washer fluid, When you need windshield washer fluid, be sure to read follow the manufacturer’s instructions for the manufacturer’s instructions before use. If you will be operating your vehicle in an area where the temperature adding water. -
Page 329: Brake Fluid
yellowblue Brakes There are only two reasons why the brake fluid level in the reservoir might go down. The first is that the brake Brake Fluid fluid goes down to an acceptable level during normal brake lining wear. When new linings are put in, the fluid level goes back up. - Page 330 yellowblue CAUTION: With the wrong kind of fluid in your brake system, your brakes may not work well, or they may not even work at all. This could cause a crash. Always use the proper brake fluid. United States Canada When your brake fluid falls to a low level, your brake NOTICE: warning light will come on.
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Page 331: Brake Wear
yellowblue Brake Wear Some driving conditions or climates may cause a brake squeal when the brakes are first applied or lightly Your vehicle has front disc brakes and rear drum brakes. applied. This does not mean something is wrong with your brakes. -
Page 332: Brake Adjustment
yellowblue Brake Pedal Travel Battery See your dealer if the brake pedal does not return to Your new vehicle comes with an ACDelco Freedom normal height, or if there is a rapid increase in pedal battery. When it’s time for a new battery, we recommend travel. -
Page 333: Bulb Replacement
yellowblue Jump Starting For jump starting instructions, see “Jump Starting” in the Index. Bulb Replacement For the type of bulb, see “Replacement Bulbs” in the Index. Halogen Bulbs CAUTION: Halogen bulbs have pressurized gas inside and 3. Remove the two wing nuts located on top of the can burst if you drop or scratch the bulb. - Page 334 yellowblue 6. Unhook the electrical connector by lifting up the 7. Replace the new bulb through the black retainer ring blue tabs and pulling the bulb out. and into the electrical connector. Push the bulb firmly enough so that the blue tabs hook over the tab on the bulb.
- Page 335 yellowblue 8. Carefully put the bulb assembly back into the lamp 9. Align the pins on the bottom of the headlamp housing and tighten the black retainer ring in place. assembly with the holes in the lamp support bracket Be careful not to damage the bulb on the headlamp while placing the holes in the assembly over the aiming bar.
- Page 336 yellowblue Front Turn Signal/Parking Lamps 1. Open the hood. 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 2.
- Page 337 yellowblue Front Sidemarker 1. Open the hood. 7. To replace 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 2.
- Page 338 yellowblue 7. To replace the lamp assembly, line up and insert the 5. Replace the bulb by pulling the old one out and tabs on the back of the assembly with the slots in the gently pushing the new one into the lamp socket. fender.
- Page 339 yellowblue 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. A.
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Page 340: Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement
yellowblue Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement Windshield wiper blades should be inspected at least twice a year for wear and cracking. See “Wiper Blade Check” in Section 7 of this manual under Part B “Owner Checks and Services” for more information. Replacement blades come in different types and are removed in different ways. - Page 341 Underinflated tires pose the same danger as about your tire warranty and where to obtain service, see overloaded tires. The resulting accident your Oldsmobile Warranty booklet for details. could cause serious injury. Check all tires frequently to maintain the recommended pressure.
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Page 343: Tire Inspection And Rotation
yellowblue Tire Inspection and Rotation Don’t include the compact spare tire in your tire rotation. Tires should be rotated every 6,000 to 8,000 miles After the tires have been rotated, adjust the front and (10 000 to 13 000 km). Any time you notice unusual wear, rear inflation pressures as shown on the rotate your tires as soon as possible and check wheel Certification/Tire label. -
Page 344: Buying New Tires
yellowblue When It’s Time for New Tires The tire has a bump, bulge or split. The tire has a puncture, cut or other damage that One way to tell when it’s can’t be repaired well because of the size or location time for new tires is to of the damage. -
Page 345: Uniform Tire Quality Grading
yellowblue Uniform Tire Quality Grading CAUTION: The following information relates to the system developed by the United States National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, which grades tires by Mixing tires could cause you to lose control while treadwear, traction and temperature performance. (This driving. - Page 346 yellowblue Treadwear Temperature A, B, C The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on The temperature grades are A (the highest), B, and C, the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled representing the tire’s resistance to the generation of conditions on a specified government test course.
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Page 347: Wheel Replacement
yellowblue Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance CAUTION: The wheels on your vehicle were aligned and balanced carefully at the factory to give you the longest tire life and best overall performance. Using the wrong replacement wheels, wheel bolts Scheduled wheel alignment and wheel balancing are not or wheel nuts on your vehicle can be dangerous. -
Page 348: Tire Chains
yellowblue Used Replacement Wheels Tire Chains NOTICE: CAUTION: Use tire chains only where legal and only when Putting a used wheel on your vehicle is you must. Use only SAE Class “S” type chains dangerous. You can’t know how it’s been used or that are the proper size for your tires. -
Page 349: Appearance Care
yellowblue Appearance Care Don’t use any of these unless this manual says you can. In many uses, these will damage your vehicle: Remember, cleaning products can be hazardous. Some Alcohol are toxic. Others can burst into flame if you strike a match or get them on a hot part of the vehicle. -
Page 350: Special Fabric Cleaning Problems
yellowblue Here are some cleaning tips: Special Fabric Cleaning Problems Always read the instructions on the cleaner label. Stains caused by such things as catsup, coffee (black), egg, fruit, fruit juice, milk, soft drinks, vomit, urine and Clean up stains as soon as you can before they set. -
Page 351: Cleaning Vinyl
yellowblue Cleaning Vinyl Cleaning the Top of the Instrument Panel Use warm water and a clean cloth. Use only mild soap and water to clean the top surfaces of the instrument panel. Sprays containing silicones or Rub with a clean, damp cloth to remove dirt. You waxes may cause annoying reflections in the windshield may have to do it more than once. -
Page 352: Cleaning Glass Surfaces
yellowblue Cleaning the Outside of the CAUTION: Windshield, Backglass and Wiper Blades Do not bleach or dye safety belts or the built If the windshield is not clear after using the windshield child restraint harness. If you do, they may be washer, or if the wiper blade chatters when running, severely weakened. -
Page 353: Cleaning The Outside Of Your Vehicle
yellowblue Weatherstrips Don’t wash your vehicle in the direct rays of the sun. Use a car washing soap. Don’t use strong soaps or Silicone grease on weatherstrips will make them last chemical detergents. Be sure to rinse the vehicle well, longer, seal better, and not stick or squeak. -
Page 354: Finish Care
yellowblue Finish Care Exterior painted surfaces are subject to aging, weather and chemical fallout that can take their toll over a period Occasional waxing or mild polishing of your vehicle by of years. You can help to keep the paint finish looking hand may be necessary to remove residue from the paint new by keeping your vehicle garaged or covered finish. -
Page 355: Underbody Maintenance
Although no defect in the paint job causes this, Minor chips and scratches can be repaired with touch Oldsmobile will repair, at no charge to the owner, the materials available from your dealer or other service surfaces of new vehicles damaged by this fallout outlets. - Page 356 yellowblue GM Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials PART NUMBER SIZE DESCRIPTION USAGE 994954 23 in. x 25 in. Polishing Cloth – Wax Treated Exterior polishing cloth 1050172 16 oz. (0.473 L) Tar and Road Oil Remover Removes tar, road oil and asphalt 1050173 16 oz.
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Page 357: Engine Identification
yellowblue Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) Service Parts Identification Label You’ll find this label on the inside of the access panel located on the driver’s side of the rear of the vehicle. It’s very helpful if you ever need to order parts. On this label is: your VIN, the model designation,... -
Page 358: Electrical System
yellowblue Electrical System Headlamp Wiring The headlamp wiring is protected by an internal circuit Add-On Electrical Equipment breaker in the instrument panel fuse panel. An electrical overload will cause the lamps to go on and off, or in some cases to remain off. If this happens, have your NOTICE: headlamp wiring checked right away. -
Page 359: Fuses And Circuit Breakers
yellowblue Fuses and Circuit Breakers Instrument Panel Fuse Block The wiring circuits in your vehicle are protected from The instrument panel fuse short circuits by a combination of fuses, circuit breakers block is located to the right and fusible thermal links. of the glove box. - Page 360 yellowblue Fuses Usage Steering Wheel Radio Control BACKLIGHT Switches (Illumination) ELEC PRNDL Instrument Cluster to PRNDL Indicators PWR MIRROR Power Remote Control Mirror Switch CRUISE Cruise Control Module, Switch and Release Switch PWR QTR Interior Lamps and Multifunction VENT Switch (Power Vent Switch) Windshield Wiper/Washer Motor WPR/WSHR and Switch...
- Page 361 yellowblue Fuses Usage Fuses Usage SWC ACCY Steering Wheel Radio ABS MOD Electronic Brake Control Control Switches BATT Module/Electronic Brake Traction Control Module (EBCM/EBTCM) HAZARD Turn Signal Switch CAN VENT Evaporative Emissions (EVAP) RR PWR SCKT Rear Electric Accessory Canister Vent Solonoid Valve Plug Housing Electronic Level Control (ELC) DRL Control Module...
- Page 362 yellowblue Underhood Fuse and Relay Center Fuses Usage LH HEADLP Not Used LH HEADLP Not Used HIGH ABS/TCS IGN Electronic Brake Control Module/Electronic Brake Traction Control Module (EBCM/EBTCM) ABS SOL LH and RH Front Brake Solenoid Valve HVAC/DRL Air Inlet Actuator, DRL Control Module, Heater A/C Control, Temperature Door Actuator...
- Page 363 yellowblue Maxi Fuse Usage IGN MAIN 1 Ignition Switch to Fuses (Instrument Panel): ABS/TCS IGN, CRUISE, DRL, ELEC PRNDL, IGN 1, PSD, SIR, T/SIG and PCM [IGN MAIN Relay (Underhood Electrical Center Fuses: A/C CLU, ELEK IGN, IGN 1 U/H, INJ, TCC)] COOL FAN 1 Coolant Fans BATT MAIN 1 Fuses (Instrument Panel): ABS...
- Page 364 yellowblue Mini Relays Usage Mini Fuse Usage COOL FAN RH FAN 1, LH FAN 2 IGN1 Evaporative Emissions (EVAP) Canister Purge Valve, Heated COOL FAN 2 LH FAN 2 Oxygen Sensors 1 and 2, Mass IGN MAIN FUSES: A/C CLU, IGN 1 U/H, Air Flow (MAF) Sensor INS, ELEK IGN, TCC...
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Page 365: Capacities And Specifications
yellowblue Replacement Bulbs Mini Fuse Usage Headlamps ......9004 ALT SENSE Generator Front Turn Signal/ Automatic Transaxle (Torque Parking Lamps . -
Page 366: Engine Specifications
yellowblue Engine Specifications Engine Crankcase and Filter Change ... 4.5 quarts (4.3 L) Engine VIN Code ......Fuel Capacity Engine Type . -
Page 367: Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts
yellowblue Normal Maintenance Vehicle Dimensions - Regular Wheel Base Replacement Parts Length ....187.4 inches (475.9 cm) Width ....72.0 inches (183.0 cm) Air Cleaner Filter . - Page 368 yellowblue NOTES 6-66...
- Page 369 yellowblue 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 B: Owner Checks and Services Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services Part C: Periodic Maintenance Inspections Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance Part D: Recommended Fluids and Lubricants...
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Page 370: Introduction
yellowblue 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. All recommended maintenance procedures are important. Improper vehicle maintenance can even affect the quality of the air we breathe. Improper fluid levels or the wrong tire inflation can increase the level of emissions from your vehicle. - Page 371 yellowblue “Part C: Periodic Maintenance Inspections” explains important inspections that your dealer’s service CAUTION: department or another qualified service center should perform. Performing maintenance work on a vehicle can “Part D: Recommended Fluids and Lubricants” lists be dangerous. In trying to do some jobs, you can some recommended products to help keep your vehicle be seriously injured.
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Page 372: Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services
yellowblue Part A: Scheduled The proper fluids and lubricants to use are listed in Part D. Make sure whoever services your vehicle uses Maintenance Services these. All parts should be replaced and all necessary repairs done before you or anyone else drives Using Your Maintenance Schedule the vehicle. -
Page 373: Scheduled Maintenance
yellowblue Scheduled Maintenance Short Trip/City Definition Short Trip/City Intervals Follow the Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance if Every 3,000 Miles (5 000 km): Engine Oil and Filter any one of these conditions is true for your vehicle: Change (or 3 months, whichever occurs first). Most trips are less than 5 to 10 miles (8 to 16 km). - Page 374 yellowblue Scheduled Maintenance Short Trip/City Intervals Long Trip/Highway Definition Every 100,000 Miles (166 000 km): Spark Plug Wire Follow this scheduled maintenance only if none of the Inspection. Spark Plug Replacement. Automatic conditions from the Short Trip/City Scheduled Transaxle Service (normal conditions). Maintenance is true.
- Page 375 yellowblue Scheduled Maintenance Long Trip/Highway Intervals Long Trip/Highway Intervals Every 7,500 Miles (12 500 km): Engine Oil and Filter Every 100,000 Miles (166 000 km): Spark Plug Wire Change (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). Inspection. Spark Plug Replacement. Automatic Chassis Lubrication (or every 12 months, whichever Transaxle Service (normal conditions).
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Page 376: Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance
yellowblue Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance The services shown in this schedule up to 100,000 miles # Lubricate the suspension, steering linkage, transaxle (166 000 km) should be performed after 100,000 miles shift linkage, parking brake cable guides and the (166 000 km) at the same intervals. The services shown underbody contact points and linkage. - Page 377 yellowblue Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance 3,000 Miles (5 000 km) DATE Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). ACTUAL SERVICED BY: MILEAGE An Emission Control Service. 6,000 Miles (10 000 km) DATE Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). ACTUAL SERVICED BY: MILEAGE...
- Page 378 yellowblue Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance 12,000 Miles (20 000 km) DATE Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). ACTUAL SERVICED BY: MILEAGE An Emission Control Service. Lubricate chassis components (or every 6 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.) Replace passenger compartment air filter.
- Page 379 yellowblue Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance 21,000 Miles (35 000 km) DATE Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). ACTUAL SERVICED BY: MILEAGE An Emission Control Service. 24,000 Miles (40 000 km) DATE Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). ACTUAL SERVICED BY: MILEAGE...
- Page 380 yellowblue Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance 30,000 Miles (50 000 km) DATE Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). ACTUAL SERVICED BY: MILEAGE An Emission Control Service. Lubricate chassis components (or every 6 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.) Replace air cleaner filter.
- Page 381 yellowblue Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance 39,000 Miles (65 000 km) DATE Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). ACTUAL SERVICED BY: MILEAGE An Emission Control Service. 42,000 Miles (70 000 km) DATE Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). ACTUAL SERVICED BY: MILEAGE...
- Page 382 yellowblue Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance 48,000 Miles (80 000 km) DATE Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). ACTUAL SERVICED BY: MILEAGE An Emission Control Service. Lubricate chassis components (or every 6 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.) Replace passenger compartment air filter.
- Page 383 yellowblue Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance 51,000 Miles (85 000 km) DATE Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). ACTUAL SERVICED BY: MILEAGE An Emission Control Service. 54,000 Miles (90 000 km) DATE Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). ACTUAL SERVICED BY: MILEAGE...
- Page 384 yellowblue Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance 60,000 Miles (100 000 km) DATE Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). ACTUAL SERVICED BY: MILEAGE An Emission Control Service. Lubricate chassis components (or every 6 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.) Replace passenger compartment air filter.
- Page 385 yellowblue Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance 66,000 Miles (110 000 km) DATE Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). ACTUAL SERVICED BY: MILEAGE An Emission Control Service. Lubricate chassis components (or every 6 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.) Rotate tires.
- Page 386 yellowblue Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance 75,000 Miles (125 000 km) DATE Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). ACTUAL SERVICED BY: MILEAGE An Emission Control Service. Inspect air cleaner filter if you are driving in dusty conditions. Replace filter if necessary.
- Page 387 yellowblue Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance 84,000 Miles (140 000 km) DATE Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). ACTUAL SERVICED BY: MILEAGE An Emission Control Service. Lubricate chassis components (or every 6 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.) Replace passenger compartment air filter.
- Page 388 yellowblue Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance 93,000 Miles (155 000 km) DATE Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). ACTUAL SERVICED BY: MILEAGE An Emission Control Service. 96,000 Miles (160 000 km) DATE Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). ACTUAL SERVICED BY: MILEAGE...
- Page 389 yellowblue Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance 100,000 Miles (166 000 km) DATE Inspect spark plug wires. ACTUAL SERVICED BY: MILEAGE 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: –...
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Page 390: Long Trip/Highway Scheduled Maintenance
yellowblue Long Trip/Highway Scheduled Maintenance The services shown in this schedule up to 100,000 miles # Lubricate the suspension, steering linkage, transaxle (166 000 km) should be performed after 100,000 miles shift linkage, parking brake cable guides and the (166 000 km) at the same intervals. The services shown underbody contact points and linkage. - Page 391 yellowblue Long Trip/Highway Scheduled Maintenance 7,500 Miles (12 500 km) DATE Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). ACTUAL SERVICED BY: MILEAGE An Emission Control Service. Lubricate chassis components (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.) Rotate tires.
- Page 392 yellowblue Long Trip/Highway Scheduled Maintenance 30,000 Miles (50 000 km) DATE Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). ACTUAL SERVICED BY: MILEAGE An Emission Control Service. Lubricate chassis components (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.) Replace passenger compartment air filter.
- Page 393 yellowblue Long Trip/Highway Scheduled Maintenance 45,000 Miles (75 000 km) DATE Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). ACTUAL SERVICED BY: MILEAGE An Emission Control Service. Lubricate chassis components (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.) Replace passenger compartment air filter.
- Page 394 yellowblue Long Trip/Highway Scheduled Maintenance 52,500 Miles (87 500 km) DATE Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). ACTUAL SERVICED BY: MILEAGE An Emission Control Service. Lubricate chassis components (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.) Rotate tires.
- Page 395 yellowblue Long Trip/Highway Scheduled Maintenance 67,500 Miles (112 500 km) DATE Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). ACTUAL SERVICED BY: MILEAGE An Emission Control Service. Lubricate chassis components (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.) Rotate tires.
- Page 396 yellowblue Long Trip/Highway Scheduled Maintenance 90,000 Miles (150 000 km) DATE Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). ACTUAL SERVICED BY: MILEAGE An Emission Control Service. Lubricate chassis components (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.) Replace passenger compartment air filter.
- Page 397 yellowblue Long Trip/Highway Scheduled Maintenance 100,000 Miles (166 000 km) DATE Inspect spark plug wires. ACTUAL SERVICED BY: MILEAGE 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: –...
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Page 398: Part B: Owner Checks And Services
yellowblue Part B: Owner Checks and Services Windshield Washer Fluid Level Check Check the windshield washer fluid level in the Listed in this part are owner checks and services which windshield washer tank and add the proper fluid if should be performed at the intervals specified to help necessary. -
Page 399: At Least Twice A Year
yellowblue At Least Twice a Year Weatherstrip Lubrication Silicone grease on weatherstrips will make them last Restraint System Check longer, seal better, and not stick or squeak. Apply silicone Make sure the safety belt reminder light and all your grease with a clean cloth. During very cold, damp weather belts, buckles, latch plates, retractors and anchorages are more frequent application may be required. - Page 400 yellowblue Starter Switch Check Brake Transaxle Shift Interlock (BTSI) Check CAUTION: CAUTION: When you are doing this check, the vehicle could When you are doing this check, the vehicle could move suddenly. If it does, you or others could be move suddenly.
- Page 401 yellowblue Ignition Transaxle Lock Check Park on a fairly steep hill, with the vehicle facing downhill. Keeping your foot on the regular brake, set the While parked, and with the parking brake set, try to turn parking brake. the ignition key to LOCK in each shift lever position. To check the parking brake’s holding ability: With The key should turn to LOCK only when the shift the engine running and transaxle in NEUTRAL (N),...
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Page 402: Part C: Periodic Maintenance Inspections
yellowblue Part C: Periodic Engine Cooling System Inspection Maintenance Inspections Inspect the hoses and have them replaced if they are cracked, swollen or deteriorated. Inspect all pipes, fittings Listed in this part are inspections and services which and clamps; replace as needed. Clean the outside of the should be performed at least twice a year (for instance, radiator and air conditioning condenser. -
Page 403: Part D: Recommended Fluids And Lubricants
yellowblue Part D: Recommended Fluids USAGE FLUID/LUBRICANT and Lubricants Hydraulic Brake Delco Supreme 11 Brake Fluid System (GM Part No. 12377967 or NOTE: Fluids and lubricants identified below by name, equivalent DOT 3 Brake Fluid). part number or specification may be obtained from your dealer. - Page 404 yellowblue USAGE FLUID/LUBRICANT USAGE FLUID/LUBRICANT Chassis Chassis Lubricant (GM Part Rear Folding Multi Purpose Lubricant, Lubrication No. 12377985 or equivalent) or Seat, Fuel Door Superlube (GM Part lubricant meeting requirements of Hinge, Liftgate No. 12346241 or equivalent). NLGI # 2, Category LB or Hinges, Power Sliding Door Cable...
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Page 405: Part E: Maintenance Record
yellowblue 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 406 yellowblue Maintenance Record ODOMETER DATE SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED READING 7-38...
- Page 407 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 Courtesy Transportation...
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Page 408: 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 409 That is why we suggest you follow Step One first if you the Oldsmobile Customer Assistance Network by calling have a concern. 1-800-442-6537. In Canada, contact GM of Canada...
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Page 410: Customer Assistance For Text Telephone
Oldsmobile encourages customers to call the toll-free number for assistance. If a U.S. customer wishes to write BBB Auto Line to Oldsmobile, the letter should be addressed to Council of Better Business Bureaus, Inc. Oldsmobile’s Customer Assistance Network. 4200 Wilson Boulevard... -
Page 411: Gm Mobility Program For Persons
yellowblue Canada If toll free service is not available in the Caribbean, call Puerto Rico 1-787-763-1315. General Motors of Canada Limited Customer Communication Centre, 163-005 GM Mobility Program for Persons 1908 Colonel Sam Drive with Disabilities Oshawa, Ontario L1H 8P7 This program, available to 1-800-263-3777 (English) qualified applicants, can... -
Page 412: Oldsmobile Roadside Assistance Program
Dealership locator service OLDS (6537) Courtesy Transportation See Courtesy Transportation section for details As the proud owner of a new Oldsmobile vehicle, you are automatically enrolled in the Oldsmobile Roadside Oldsmobile Roadside Assistance specifically excludes Assistance program. This value added service is... -
Page 413: Canadian Roadside Assistance
Assistance Representatives will explain any payment obligations you might incur. Courtesy Transportation For prompt and efficient assistance when calling, please Oldsmobile has always exemplified quality and value in provide the following to the Roadside its offering of motor vehicles. To enhance your Assistance Representative:... -
Page 414: Plan Ahead When Possible
Warranty service can generally be completed while you $30.00 per day supported by receipts. This requires that wait. However, if you are unable to wait Oldsmobile you sign and complete a rental agreement and meet state, helps minimize your inconvenience by providing several local and rental vehicle provider requirements. -
Page 415: Warranty Information
yellowblue Additional Program Information General Motors reserves the right to unilaterally modify, change or discontinue Courtesy Transportation at any Courtesy Transportation is available during the time and to resolve all questions of claim eligibility Bumper Bumper warranty coverage period, pursuant to the terms and conditions described herein at but it is not part of the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. -
Page 416: Reporting Safety Defects To The United
yellowblue REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS TO THE UNITED STATES TO THE CANADIAN GOVERNMENT GOVERNMENT If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could If you live in Canada, and you believe that your vehicle cause a crash or could cause injury or death, you should has a safety defect, you should immediately notify immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Transport Canada, in addition to notifying General... -
Page 417: Reporting Safety Defects To General Motors
Please call us at 1-800-442-6537, or write: past model General Motors vehicles. Oldsmobile Customer Assistance Network The toll-free telephone number for ordering information 16 E. Judson Street in Canada is 1-800-668-5539. - Page 418 1999 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 419 yellowblue ORDER TOLL FREE Orders will be mailed within 10 days of receipt. Please allow adequate time for postal service. If further information is needed, write to the address shown below or call (NOTE: For Credit Card Holders Only) 1-800-551-4123. Material cannot be returned for credit without packing slip with return 1-800-551-4123 information within 30 days of delivery.
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- Page 421 yellowblue Section 9 Index ccessory Inflator System ..... . . Appearance Care ....... Accessory Power Outlets .
- Page 422 yellowblue Brake Cassette ........Deck Service ....... . Adjustment Fluid .
- Page 423 yellowblue Cleaning Disarming with the Remote Lock ............Aluminum Wheels Control Transmitter Built...
- Page 424 yellowblue Delayed Illumination ......Engine ........
- Page 425 yellowblue FIRST (1) Gear ....... . Guide en Français ........
- Page 426 yellowblue Inspections Exit Lighting ..............
- Page 427 yellowblue Locks Scheduled Maintenance Services ..........
- Page 428 yellowblue dometer ........Option Fuses .
- Page 429 yellowblue Window Defogger ......Restraints ......Checking .
- Page 430 yellowblue Safety Belts (Continued) Parts Identification Label ........
- Page 431 yellowblue Steering ........Tires .
- Page 432 yellowblue Trailer (Continued) Visors ........Lighted Vanity Mirrors .
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