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1999 Oldsmobile Intrigue Owner`s Manual

1. abcr 4 7 Blizzard 1 61 eect eee teens 4 29 Appearance Care 0 00 cece cece eee eens 6 54 Brake Appearance Care Materials Chart 0 6 61 a Pad SRS RIG tg Segre ees ete pedidos E Arbitration Program 0 0 0 eee eee eee 8 4 Matec e i d 6 34 Brake Continued Parking 2583 Sate kc UU RUSA eek 2 24 Pedal Travel seo iega pesada donec ne et pa 6 37 Replacing System Parts 0 000 6 37 System Warning Light 00 2 54 MT AUER sar c m 4 38 Transaxle Shift Interlock Check 2 22 7 16 WEALD oce rr eee ats odes ced ANETE 6 36 Brakes Anti Lock 666666666666606 cece ee ee eens 4 7 Brakilg sorprese qe ew ae ES 4 6 Braking in Emergencies 00 00 cece neues 4 11 Break In New Vehicle 000 cece 2 15 Brightness Control 00 00 c ee eee eee eee 2 39 BTSI Check 55 2 sed eere MER eR Ate 2 22 1 16 Bulb Replacement 6 38 Center High Mounted Stoplamp 6 43 Front Cornering reiset ias 6 43 Front Parking 306 040 testa gc ete aay ek 6 43 Front Sidemarker 6 3 Front Turn Signal 6 666666 666606060606606 6060600009 6 3 Headlamps rmm
2. 00000 7 15 Wiring Headlamp 6 63 Warming Devices m 5 2 Wrench Wheel 600066666666660 nena 5 7 Warning Lights Gages and Indicators 2 53 Warranty Information ssleesleeeeeee eee 8 9 Washer Fluid Windshield 0200005 6 33 Washing Your Vehicle 0 00 00 eee eee 6 57 Weatherstrips 2 0 0 cee eee eee 6 57 9 12
3. usinona RED SIRE FRT PARK LPS TaLuaes PANEL Fuse ABS CRANK SIGNAL BCM CLUSTER Description ABS Motor Assembly 3800 V6 Engine Only CRANK Instrument Panel Cluster Body Control Module Powertrain Control Module yellow blue Fuse HEATED MIRROR IGN 0 CLUSTER PCM amp BCM LOW BLOWER HVAC CRUISE ABS 3800 V6 Only BTSI TURN SIGNALS CORN LPS AIR BAG CLUSTER DRL Description Heated Outside Rearview Mirrors Instrument Panel Cluster Powertrain Control Module Body Control HVAC Control Assembly Blower Motor Air Temperature Valve Motor HVAC Control Assembly Solenoid Box Compass Mirror Cruise Control Module Electronic Brake Control Module EBCM ABS Relay Traction Control System Disable Switch Brake Transaxle Shift Interlock Turn Signals Cornering Lamps Air Bag System Instrument Panel Cluster Daytime Running Lamps Fuse PCM BCM U H RELAY RADIO HVAC RFA CLUSTER DATA LINK ABS BCM CIGAR LTR AUX POWER INADV POWER BUS CD CHANGER HIGH BLOWER HAZARD yellow blue Description Powertrain Control Module Body Control Module Underhood Ignition Relay Radio HVAC Control Assembly Instrument Panel Cluster Remote Keyless Entry Module Data Link Connector Bose Amplifier Electronic Brake Control 1851 Module EBCM 3800 V6 Only Body Control Module
4. 000005 1 18 Warning Light 00 000005 1 6 2 53 Why They Work eee 1 7 Safety Chains de EI cae 4 38 Safety Defects Reporting 0000 8 10 Safety Warnings and Symbols 04 iii Scheduled Maintenance 00000005 7 5 Scheduled Maintenance Services 000 7 4 Seatback Reclining Front 0000 1 3 Seats Manual Front RISORSE ada eis 1 2 Restraint Systems 0 0 00 eee eee eee 1 1 Seat Controls sores eao mieten 1 2 Securing a Child Restraint 0 1 42 Six Way POWer i cede cess eee eta es eR Ue 1 3 Split Folding Rear 1 5 Second Gear Automatic Transaxle 2 23 Security Lights ie entm ERR eR ER regener 2 63 SELVICE ace gets dn oer E a ex E REPRE 6 2 Bulletins Ordering 8 2 Manuals Ordering 0 8 2 Parts Identification Label 0 6 62 Publications Ordering 0 000 8 11 Work Doing Your Own 0 0000 c eee 6 2 Service and Appearance Care 0000 6 1 Service and Owner Publications 8 11 Service Engine Soon Light 0
5. MP 2 37 12716121015 sities betta edie sand wasn du aoe beatae S 2 39 Leaving Your Vehicle with the Engine Running 2 26 JETER HT 2 45 Lights Air Bag Readiness 200 1 21 2 54 Anti Lock Brake System Warning 2 55 4 7 Brake System Warning 000000 2 54 Change Oil iier bee rex sta 2 63 Charging System e ee eee eee 2 54 CEUISe s staid ease Steet ac ores ingre MEI 2 64 Enhanced Traction System Warning 2 57 4 10 IntetiOt 6 ss doce Rae Bhai eae reb ee Xen 2 39 Low Coolant Warning esses 2 59 LOW FUEL uude raices e ettet eb m 2 65 Low Oil Level i zeeikeesesgkeeesex ke Paes 2 63 Low Traction 0 0 0 0 0 cece eee eee 2 58 4 10 Low Washer Fluid 00 0 0 00 0005 2 64 Oil Wamihbg cietas e mes RR DERI DES 2 62 Safety Belt Reminder 1 6 2 53 Nena rx TT 2 63 Service Engine Soon 0 000000 e eae 2 59 Service Vehicle Soon 0 0 0 cece eee eee 2 65 Traction Control System Warning 2 56 4 10 Traction Off Warning 2 56 2 57 4 10 Loading Your Vehicle 0 00 00 e eee 4 32 Lockout Prevention 2 0 0 eee eee eee eee 2 8 LOCKS ovato tese emeret an aea eie qnte P Es 2 4 Automatic 10001 666666666666666 6666666000000 2 7 DOOE be UR elena cae 8s 2 4 Igni
6. 0 00 00 2 45 Door Security Locks 0 00 00 00000 2 8 Outside Seat Position 002008 1 26 Safety Belt Comfort Guides 0 1 29 Seat Passengers 1 0 temena eee 1 26 Window Defogger 0 00 3 8 Rearview Mirror Electrochromic Day Night 0 2 42 Inside Day Night eere Rem hs 2 41 Reclining Front Seatbacks 000 0000 1 3 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants 7 19 Recovery Tank Coolant 066660666666666 6666660660000 5 15 Recreational Vehicle Towing 000 4 31 Refrigerants Air Conditioning 6 71 Remote Keyless Entry i ccs ci wie e m IRI 2 9 Trunk Release errainaren n teme des 2 14 Replacement Bulbs resse pancho deed rn Lae teens D 6 69 P art 22leexe eR Os peas ema eS Gaye es 6 71 Wheel os Vm 6 52 Replacing Restraint System Parts Aftera Crash 1 51 Replacing Safety Belts 0 00 000005 1 51 Reporting Safety Defects 0000 8 10 Restraints Ch cking sosite pato e i S UE eee eke 1 51 Child ioco RE I PDC SEXT URP UV 1 36 Head PM n 1 5 Replacing Parts After a Crash 1 51 System Check isses esee tt er tiris 7 15 Top Strap aoc eremitae Sareea ERE IRSE 1 41 Reverse Automatic Transaxle 00005 2 22 Right Front Passenger Position
7. 2 56 2 57 4 10 yellow blue Trailer Brakes es eR pEPXRRES Re FATE 4 38 Driving on Grades s esses eee eee 4 40 Driving with 0 eee eee eee 4 38 Engine Cooling When Towing 4 41 Hitches rccte REC aad EA EE 4 37 Maintenance When Towing sese 4 41 Parking on Hills 0 0 0 eee eee eee eee 4 40 Safety Chains og tk I Re che ota bee mas 4 38 Tongue Weight lt icc cca cess dees a bee dees 4 36 Total Weight on Tires 0 0 0 0 4 37 ROWING ca segue seas eh Romie ba ec deside 4 34 Turn Signals sese exe m b ns HR PODES 4 39 Weight doe doe ei eerie eiie 4 36 Transaxle Fluid Automatic 00005 6 22 Transmitters Matching to Your Vehicle 2 11 Transmitters Remote Keyless Entry 2 9 Transportation Courtesy 0 0 00 eee 8 7 WMAP tno teet decenter race pape abt 2 51 Before Leaving On A Long s esses 4 23 Odometer s e de Rr ee re 2 52 Tr nk 23e ure S eet ace eee medie d e dn 2 13 Lock lage Ree CERE RENS 2 3 Mounted CD Changer 3 0 Release Remote 6 600 6660666660660 0 2 14 TETY Usei PPP 8 4 Turn Signal and Lane Change Signals 2 32 Turn Signal on Chime 0 00 00 000005 2 32 Turn Signal Multifu
8. U S Order Processing 5 00 C MasterCard Canadian Postage See Note Below CUSTOMER S NAME ATTENTION Discover n Account STREET ADDRESS NO P O BOX NUMBERS Number qm Check here if your billing address CITY STATE ZIP CODE Date mo yr address shown DAYTIME TELEPHONE NO AREA CODE CUSTOMER SIGNATURE GM OLD ORD99 Prices are subject to change without notice and without incurring Note to Canadian Customers All listed prices are quoted in U S funds Canadian residents obligation Allow ample time for delivery are to make checks payable in U S funds To cover Canadian postage add 11 50 plus the U S order processing yellow blue f NOTES yellow blue Cu Section 9 Index Accessory Power Outlet 00 2 46 Ashtray x ee gay e Re UR maar e 2 45 Adding Equipment to the Outside of your Vehicle 6 63 Audio Controls Steering Wheel 3 26 ATI BE Sesto eu Un Nace le date Ape PEE 1 19 Audio Equipment Adding onasan 3 27 How Does it Restrain 6 6666 666666666666666 6002 1 24 Audio Systems 2 eese Rr UR sean delve eps 3 9 HOW It WORKS sa ce ema eo eh 1 22 Automatic Location ener ginti ye a ea SLT bates 1 22 Control Climate Control System 3 4 Readiness Light 00000 1 21 2 54 Door Locks cecer toy e
9. 1 19 Roadside Assistance 0 0 0 cee eee eee eee 8 6 Roadside Assistance Canadian 00005 8 7 Rocking Your Vehicle 0 000000 eee ee 5 38 Rotation Tires eee 67 Safety Belt Extender cien 1 51 Safety Belts uo EU ER RUPEE E 1 5 Adults hbro REESE RUE BED ES 1 11 Care prestei roii e hp CS bee DE 6 56 Center Passenger Position 05 1 32 Children sped die 1 3 Driyer POSTION sareret e eG em Rei 1 11 Extender reis eek RR dia wale re 1 51 How to Wear Properly sssessseeessss 1 11 yellow blue Incorrect Usage 000 1 14 1 49 1 50 Lap Belt heed tye hs chp RRRRD UR ome EE 1 32 Lap Shoulder eee ee eee 1 11 1 26 Larger Children 0 000 000 00 e eee eee 1 48 Questions and Answers eee ee eee eee 1 10 Rear Comfort Guides 0 0 000000 1 29 Rear Seat Outside Passenger Positions 1 26 Rear Seat Passengers 0 000 000 eee 1 26 Reminder Light 1 6 2 3 Replacing After a 01851 60 0 0666 606060606000600 00 1 1 Right Front Passenger Position 1 19 Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster 1 13 Smaller Children and Babies Ls 1 33 Use During Pregnancy
10. If you let your tires spin at high speed they can explode and you or others could be injured And the transaxle or other parts of the vehicle can overheat That could cause an engine compartment fire or other damage When you re stuck spin the wheels as little as possible Don t spin the wheels above 35 mph 55 km h as shown on the speedometer 5 37 NOTICE Spinning your wheels can destroy parts of your vehicle as well as the tires If you spin the wheels too fast while shifting your transaxle back and forth you can destroy your transaxle For information about using tire chains on your vehicle see Tire Chains in the Index 5 38 yellow blue Rocking Your Vehicle To Get It Out First turn your steering wheel left and right That will clear the area around your front wheels If your vehicle has the Enhanced Traction System you should turn the system off See Enhanced Traction System in the Index Then shift back and forth between REVERSE R and a forward gear spinning the wheels as little as possible Release the accelerator pedal while you shift and press lightly on the accelerator pedal when the transaxle is in gear By slowly spinning your wheels in the forward and reverse directions you will cause a rocking motion that may free your vehicle If that doesn t get you out after a few tries you may need to be towed out If you do need to be towed out see Towing Your Vehicle in the Index
11. Tow to the nearest dealership for warranty service or in the event of a vehicle disabling accident Flat tire change Jump starts Minor repairs to disabled vehicles Assistance when vehicle is mired in sand mud or snow Trip routing Trip interruption expense benefits Dealership locator service Courtesy Transportation See Courtesy Transportation section for details Oldsmobile Roadside Assistance specifically excludes coverage for mounting dismounting or changing of snow tires chains or other traction devices In some cases where service is impractical the driver may be authorized to obtain other service for which reimbursement is provided In many instances mechanical failures are covered under Oldsmobile s comprehensive warranty However when other services are utilized our Roadside Assistance Representatives will explain any payment obligations you might incur For prompt and efficient assistance when calling please provide the following to the Roadside Assistance Representative Location of vehicle Telephone number of your location Vehicle model year and color Vehicle Identification Number VIN e e Mileage of vehicle e Vehicle license plate number Oldsmobile reserves the right to limit services or reimbursement to an owner or driver when in Oldsmobile s judgement the claims become excessive in frequency or type of occurrence yellow blue While we hope you never have the occasion t
12. 0 000005 6 59 Daytime Running Lamps 00005 2 38 Dead Battery sess etx eR ehe phe teg 5 3 Defects Reporting Safety 00000 8 10 Defensive Driving 00 eee eee eee eee ee 4 2 Defogger Rear Window esses 3 8 DefogPilg eR UP VIVE EPEY EPI 3 7 D frostilg eene diac tel othe tweets 3 7 Delayed Illumination 0 00 00005 2 40 Dimensions Vehicle 0 00000 e cece eae 6 71 Disabilities GM Mobility Program for Persons 8 5 Dolby B Noise Reduction 3 13 3 17 Door LOCKS its gcse tits Re PR oe tis TIO 2 4 Drive Automatic Transaxle llle 2 23 Driver Position lseeleeseee eee 1 11 Driving i Pm 4 21 Defensive 4s 5 eerie eed Shee db ne Mer Ure eren 4 2 Iun co Cm 4 3 Freeway cscs dire da edad ed y exar p ee Gu 4 22 Ina Bhzz td e saved sted thee t entree 4 29 In Foreign Countries sese 6 5 Driving Continued Ii the Rain 4c rt IE RESP E REI seas aaa 4 19 iran ELS 4 17 On Curves 25 540th quay en ae eee ge 4 12 On Grades While Towing a Trailer 4 40 On Hill and Mountain Roads suus 4 25 On Snow and Ice eee ee ee eee 4 28 Through Deep Water 4 21 Wet Roads 5 ciere etd ete Xe HR gana E 4 19 hnic Rn 4 27 W
13. Customer Assistance Offices Oldsmobile encourages customers to call the toll free number for assistance If a U S customer wishes to write to Oldsmobile the letter should be addressed to Oldsmobile s Customer Assistance Network United States Customer Assistance Representative Oldsmobile Customer Assistance Network 16 E Judson Street P O Box 436006 Pontiac MI 48343 6006 1 800 442 6537 1 800 833 6537 For Text Telephone devices TTYs Roadside Assistance 1 800 442 OLDS Canada General Motors of Canada Limited Customer Communication Centre 163 005 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa Ontario L1H 8P7 1 800 263 3777 English 1 800 263 7854 French 1 800 263 3830 For Text Telephone devices TTYs Roadside Assistance 1 800 268 6800 All Overseas Locations GMODC Customer Communication Centre 169 007 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa Ontario L1H 8P7 Telephone 905 644 4112 Fax 905 644 4866 Caribbean Numbers 1 800 496 9992 English Puerto Rico 1 800 496 9993 Spanish Puerto Rico 1 800 751 4135 English Dominican Republic 1 800 751 4136 Spanish Dominican Republic 1 800 496 9994 U S Virgin Islands 1 800 389 0009 Bahamas 1 800 534 0122 Bermuda Barbados Antigua amp B V I yellow blue If toll free service is not available in the Caribbean call Puerto Rico 1 787 763 1315 GM Mobility Program for Persons with Disabilities This program available to qualified applicants can reimburse you
14. yellow blue Cu 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 KS Keys Door Locks Keyless Entry System If Equipped Trunk Lid Theft Passlock New Vehicle Break In Ignition Positions Starting Your Engine Engine Coolant Heater If Equipped Automatic Transaxle Operation Parking Brake Shifting Into PARK P Shifting Out of PARK P Parking Over Things That Burn Engine Exhaust Running Your Engine While You re Parked 2 30 2 30 2 31 2 31 2 37 2 39 2 41 2 44 2 45 2 46 2 46 2 46 2 48 2 53 Windows Full Floating Horn Tilt Wheel Turn Signal Multifunction Lever Exterior Lamps Interior Lamps Mirrors Storage Compartments Ashtrays and Cigarette Lighter Accessory Power Outlets OnStar System Option Power Sunroof If Equipped The Instrument Panel Your Information System Warning Lights Gages and Indicators yellow blue Keys 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 wit
15. 2 Apply and hold the brake 3 Shift to NEUTRAL N 4 Start the engine and then shift to the drive gear you want 5 Have the vehicle fixed as soon as you can 2 27 yellow blue Parking Over Things That Burn Engine Exhaust Engine exhaust can kill It contains the gas carbon monoxide CO which you can t see or smell It can cause unconsciousness and death You might have exhaust coming in if Your exhaust system sounds strange or different Your vehicle gets rusty underneath Your vehicle was damaged in a collision Your vehicle was damaged when driving over high points on the road or over road debris Repairs weren t done correctly Your vehicle or exhaust system had been modified improperly If you ever suspect exhaust is coming into Things that can burn could touch hot exhaust your vehicle parts under your vehicle and ignite Don t park over papers leaves dry grass or other things that can burn Drive it only with all the windows down to blow out any CO and Have your vehicle fixed immediately 2 28 Running Your Engine While You re Parked It s better not to park with the engine running But if you ever have to here are some things to know Idling the engine with the climate control system off could allow dangerous exhaust into your vehicle see the earlier Caution under Engine Exhaust Also idling in a closed in place can let deadly carbon monoxide CO into your vehi
16. 4 Use suds only and apply with a clean sponge Don t saturate the material and don t rub it roughly 5 As soon as you ve cleaned the section use a sponge to remove the suds 6 Wipe cleaned area with a clean damp towel or cloth 7 Wipe with a clean cloth and let dry yellow blue Special Fabric Cleaning Problems Stains caused by such things as catsup coffee black egg fruit fruit juice milk soft drinks vomit urine and blood can be removed as follows 1 Carefully scrape off excess stain then sponge the soiled area with cool water 2 Ifa stain remains follow the multi purpose interior cleaner instructions described earlier If an odor lingers after cleaning vomit or urine treat the area with a water baking soda solution teaspoon 5 ml of baking soda to 1 cup 250 ml of lukewarm water 4 Let dry Stains caused by candy ice cream mayonnaise chili sauce and unknown stains can be removed as follows 1 Carefully scrape off excess stain 2 First clean with cool water and allow to dry completely 3 Ifa stain remains follow instructions for Multi Purpose Interior Cleaner 6 55 Cleaning Vinyl Use warm water and a clean cloth Rub with a clean damp cloth to remove dirt You may have to do it more than once Things like tar asphalt and shoe polish will stain if you don t get them off quickly Use a clean cloth and a vinyl leather cleaner See your dealer for this product C
17. The shoulder belt is too loose It won t give nearly as much protection this way 1 14 yellow blue 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 yellow blue Q What s wrong with this 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 This could cause serious internal injuries Always buckle your belt into the buckle nearest you A The belt is buckled in the wrong place 1 15 yellow blue Q What s wrong with this 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 You could also severely injure internal organs like your liver or spleen A The shoulder belt is worn under the arm It should be worn over the shoulder at all times 1 16 yellow blue Q What s wrong with this 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 str
18. You can be burned if you spill coolant on hot engine parts Coolant contains ethylene glycol and it will burn if the engine parts are hot enough Don t spill coolant on a hot engine yellow 1 You can remove the coolant surge tank pressure cap when the cooling system including the coolant surge tank pressure cap and upper radiator hose is no longer hot Turn the pressure cap slowly counterclockwise left about one quarter turn and then stop If you hear a hiss wait for that to stop A hiss means there is still some pressure left 3 Then fill the coolant surge tank with the proper mixture to the FULL COLD mark 2 Then keep turning the pressure cap slowly and remove it yellow 4 With the coolant surge tank pressure cap off start the 5 Then replace the pressure cap Be sure the pressure engine and let it run until you can feel the upper cap is hand tight radiator hose getting hot Watch out for the engine cooling fans By this time the coolant level inside the coolant surge tank may be lower If the level is lower add more of the proper mixture to the coolant surge tank until the level reaches the FULL COLD mark If a Tire Goes Flat It s unusual for a tire to blow out while you re driving especially if you maintain your tires properly If air goes out of a tire it s much more likely to leak out slowly But if you should ever have a blowout here are a few tips about what to expect and what
19. yellow blue Do not load your vehicle any heavier than the GVWR or either the maximum front or rear GAWR If you do parts on your vehicle can break and it can change the way your vehicle handles These could cause you to lose control and crash Also overloading can shorten the life of your vehicle 4 33 Things you put inside your vehicle can strike and injure people in a sudden stop or turn or in a crash Put things in the trunk of your vehicle In a trunk put them as far forward as you can Try to spread the weight evenly Never stack heavier things like suitcases inside the vehicle so that some of them are above the tops of the seats Don t leave an unsecured child restraint in your vehicle When you carry something inside the vehicle secure it whenever you can Don t leave a seat folded down unless you need to 4 34 yellow blue Towing a Trailer If you don t use the correct equipment and drive properly you can lose control when you pull a trailer For example if the trailer is too heavy the brakes may not work well or even at all You and your passengers could be seriously injured You may also damage your vehicle the resulting repairs would not be covered by your warranty Pull a trailer only if you have followed all the steps in this section Ask your dealer for advice and information about towing a trailer with your vehicle Your vehicle can tow a trailer if it is equipped with
20. KEEP ENGINE OIL AT THE PROPER LEVEL AND CHANGE AS RECOMMENDED Protection Plan Have you purchased the GM Protection Plan The Plan supplements your new vehicle warranties See your Warranty and Owner Assistance booklet or your dealer for details yellow blue 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 To help protect our environment and to keep your vehicle in good condition please maintain your vehicle properly How This Section is Organized This maintenance schedule is divided into five parts Part A Scheduled Maintenance Services shows what to have done and how often Some of these services can be complex so unless you are technically qualified and have the necessary equipment you should let your dealer s service department or another qualified service center do these jobs Performing maintenance work on a vehicle can be dangerous In trying to do some jobs you can be seriously injured Do your own maintenance work only if you have the required know how and the proper tools and equipment for the job If you have any doubt have a qualified tec
21. OF VEHICLE REAR EDGE OF FRONT WHEEL OPENING For jacking at the vehicle s front location put the jack lift head about 8 inches 20 cm from the rear edge of the front wheel opening or just behind the two bolts as shown 5 29 yellow blue FRONT OF VEHICLE FRONT EDGE OF REAR WHEEL OPENING 3 Raise the vehicle by turning the jack handle clockwise Raise the vehicle far enough off the ground for the spare tire to fit under the vehicle For jacking at the vehicle s rear location put the jack lift head about 6 inches 15 cm from the front edge of the rear wheel opening or just behind the off set as shown Put the compact spare tire near you 5 30 yellow blue 5 Remove any rust or dirt from the wheel bolts mounting surfaces and spare wheel 4 Remove all wheel nuts and take off the flat tire 5 31 Rust or dirt on the wheel or on the parts to which it is fastened can make the wheel nuts become loose after a time The wheel could come off and cause an accident When you change a wheel remove any rust or dirt from the places where the wheel attaches to the vehicle In an emergency you can use a cloth or a paper towel to do this but be sure to use a scraper or wire brush later if you need to to get all the rust or dirt off 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 5 32
22. Try to avoid driving on wet ice until salt and sand crews can get there Whatever the condition smooth ice packed blowing or loose snow drive with caution If you have the Enhanced Traction System 3800 V6 engine or the optional Traction Control System 3 5L V6 engine 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 or Enhanced Traction System in the Index If you have a 3 5L V6 engine and don t have the optional Traction Control System accelerate gently Try not to break the fragile traction If you accelerate too fast the drive wheels will spin and polish the surface under the tires even more Your anti lock brakes improve your vehicle s stability when you make a hard stop on a slippery road Even though you have the anti lock braking system you ll want to begin stopping sooner than you would on dry pavement See Anti Lock in the Index Allow greater following distance on any slippery road Watch for slippery spots The road might be fine until you hit a spot that s covered with ice On an otherwise clear road ice patches may appear in shaded areas where the sun can t reach around clumps of trees behind buildings or under bridges Sometimes the surface of a curve or an overpass may remain icy when the su
23. and eyesight all play a part So do alcohol drugs and frustration But even in 3 4 of a second a vehicle moving at 60 mph 100 km h travels 66 feet 20 m That could be a lot of distance in an emergency so keeping enough space between your vehicle and others is important And of course actual stopping distances vary greatly with the surface of the road whether it s pavement or gravel the condition of the road wet dry icy tire tread the condition of your brakes the weight of the vehicle and the amount of brake force applied Avoid needless heavy braking Some people drive in spurts heavy acceleration followed by heavy braking rather than keeping pace with traffic This is a mistake Your brakes may not have time to cool between hard stops Your brakes will wear out much faster if you do a lot of heavy braking If you keep pace with the traffic and allow realistic following distances you will eliminate a lot of unnecessary braking That means better braking and longer brake life If your engine ever stops while you re driving brake normally but don t pump your brakes If you do the pedal may get harder to push down If your engine stops you will still have some power brake assist But you will use it when you brake Once the power assist is used up it may take longer to stop and the brake pedal will be harder to push yellow blue Anti Lock Brakes ABS Your vehicle has anti lock brakes ABS ABS is an adv
24. ask your dealer a service station or a local recycling center for help Engine Air Cleaner Filter To check or replace the air filter 1 Loosen the wing nut on the air duct _ 3800 V6 Engine 2 Liftup on the two clips located on top of the filter cover 3 Disconnect the duct and reposition while removing the side cover Pull out the filter Be sure to install the air filter and install the cover tightly when you are finished 3 5L V6 Engine Using a screwdriver loosen the bolt on the air duct clamp from the throttle body 2 Remove the air duct from the throttle body yellow Unhook the two hold down clips located on the air box cover Lift the air box cover and air duct assembly away from the air box toward the engine yellow 5 Hold the air box cover and air duct assembly up in Be sure the tabs on the cover are inserted into the air position while removing the air filter element from box slots the air Dox Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine when to To install the air filter reverse the steps replace the air filter and the crankcase ventilation filter See Scheduled Maintenance Services in the Index Operating the engine with the air cleaner filter off can cause you or others to be burned The air cleaner not only cleans the air it stops flame if the engine backfires If it isn t there and the engine backfires you could be burned
25. catches fire You or others could be burned Check your oil as soon as possible and have your vehicle serviced NOTICE Damage to your engine from neglected oil problems can be costly and is not covered by your warranty Low Oil Level Light Your engine is equipped with an oil level monitoring system When the ignition is turned to ON the LOW OIL level light will briefly come on LOW OIL If the light does not flash have it fixed so it will be ready to warn you if there s a problem If the light stays on stop the vehicle on a level surface and turn the engine off Check the oil level using the engine oil dipstick See Engine Oil in the Index If the light does not flash have the low oil level sensor system repaired so it will be ready to warn you if there s a problem The oil level monitoring system only checks oil level during the brief period between key on and engine crank It does not monitor engine oil level when the engine is running Additionally an oil level check is only performed if the engine has been turned off for a considerable period of time allowing the oil normally in circulation to drain back into the oil pan yellow blue Change Oil Light The CHANGE OIL light should come on briefly as a bulb check when you start the engine If the light doesn t come on have it serviced CHANGE OIL If the CHANGE OIL light comes on and stays on after you start the engine have the oil cha
26. dy 7 GAY f 2 ie E 2 Sd DW pn yy 24 The lap part of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips just touching the thighs In a crash this applies force to the strong pelvic bones And you d be less likely to slide under the lap belt If you slid under it the belt would apply force at your abdomen This could cause serious or even fatal injuries The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest These parts of the body are best able to take belt restraining forces The safety belt locks if there s a sudden stop or crash or if you pull the belt very quickly out of the retractor yellow blue Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster Before you begin to drive move the shoulder belt adjuster to the height that is right for you yellow blue To move it down squeeze the release lever and the shoulder belt guide as shown and move the height adjuster to the desired position You can move the adjuster up just by pushing up on the shoulder belt guide After you move the adjuster to where you want it try to move it down without squeezing the release lever to make sure it has locked into position Adjust the height so that the shoulder portion of the belt is centered on your shoulder The belt should be away from your face and neck but not falling off your shoulder 1 13 Q What s wrong with this OOF E e A al F A EN
27. vibrating when driving on a smooth road your wheels may need to be rebalanced Wheel Replacement Replace any wheel that is bent cracked or badly rusted or corroded If wheel nuts keep coming loose the wheel wheel bolts and wheel nuts should be replaced If the wheel leaks air replace it except some aluminum wheels which can sometimes be repaired See your dealer if any of these conditions exist Your dealer will know the kind of wheel you need Each new wheel should have the same load carrying capacity diameter width offset and be mounted the same way as the one it replaces If you need to replace any of your wheels wheel bolts or wheel nuts replace them only with new GM original equipment parts This way you will be sure to have the right wheel wheel bolts and wheel nuts for your vehicle 6 52 yellow blue Using the wrong replacement wheels wheel bolts or wheel nuts on your vehicle can be dangerous It could affect the braking and handling of your vehicle make your tires lose air and make you lose control You could have a collision in which you or others could be injured Always use the correct wheel wheel bolts and wheel nuts for replacement NOTICE The wrong wheel can also cause problems with bearing life brake cooling speedometer or odometer calibration headlamp aim bumper height vehicle ground clearance and tire clearance to the body and chassis See Changing a Flat Tire in the In
28. yellow blue 6 Place the spare on the wheel mounting surface 7 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 yellow blue 9 Tighten the wheel nuts firmly in a crisscross sequence as shown 8 Lower the vehicle by turning the jack handle counterclockwise Lower the jack completely 5 33 Incorrect wheel nuts or improperly tightened wheel nuts can cause the wheel to become loose and even come off This could lead to an accident Be sure to use the correct wheel nuts If you have to replace them be sure to get new GM original equipment wheel nuts Stop somewhere as soon as you can and have the nuts tightened with a torque wrench to 100 Ib ft 140 N m NOTICE Improperly tightened wheel nuts can lead to brake pulsation and rotor damage To avoid expensive brake repairs evenly tighten the wheel nuts in the proper sequence and to the proper torque specification 10 Replace the plastic nut caps tightly by hand Using wheel wrench tighten caps an additional 1 4 turn 5 34 yellow blue Storing the Flat Tire and Tools Storing a jack a tire or other equipment in the passenger compartment of the vehicle could cause injury In a sudden stop or collision loose equipment could strike someone Store all these in the proper place After yov ve put the compact spare tire on your vehicle you ll need to s
29. 18 Change Oil Light 00 008 6 18 Checking ui ea oe etie Cet Beles 6 14 Used bestie e bec RACE ERI PEOE wate ee 6 18 What Kind to Use 2 1 eee cee eee 6 16 When to Change ces uraiani eme ee mns 6 17 Enhanced Traction System Warning Light 2 57 4 10 Ethanol RR RE es aes eal BAS 6 5 Exhaust Engine 005 2 13 2 28 4 31 Exit Illumination 6 66 6666 666666666666666 666002 2 41 Exterior Lamps rS ERO UR IRR Lcd 2 37 Fabric Cleaning 32d ese ior ee oen ctt ERR 6 54 Fabric Protection c eee eee eens 6 55 Filling a Portable Fuel Container 6 9 Filling Your Tank 0 2 2 eee ee eee eee 6 6 Filter Air Cleaner ccc ccc n 6 18 Finish Cate i ferens 6 58 Finish Damage cece eee eee 6 59 First Gear Automatic Transaxle 00 2 24 Flashers Hazard Warning 00 0008 5 2 Flash to Pass Feature 2 0 00 eee eee eee 2 32 Flat If a Tire Goes eens 5 25 Flat Tire Changing 0000 00 eee 5 25 Fluid Capacities 2c terere DR RR n a UA 6 70 Fluids and Lubricants 0 000 e eee eee 7 19 Fog Lamps i c rem em E ERES 2 38 Foreign Countries Fuel
30. 18 Exhaust System 0 00 00 cece rer 7 18 Front Drive Axle Boot 00 000 eee 7 18 Front Drive Axle Seal 0 66 666666666666666 60000 7 18 Radiator and Heater Hose 00 0005 7 18 591661111197 asco press Rc DXR ne awe gore dee tup pes 7 18 SUSPENSION iss i ickue BOSE 7 18 Throttle System sellers 7 18 gU c 6 47 WSL piace 3 tei onec He AR eem 6 52 Instrument Panel eee eee 2 48 Brightness Control 2 9 Cleani g sez airy IR EE See 6 56 Cluster ERE Lae dtd ae SS ed e d 2 50 Fuse Block dcm RA ee PUER E REDE 6 64 Interior Lamps 0 0 ec cece eee e 2 39 M SETTE ETE EET 5 27 Jump Starting ereere eas cakes Sew ee ead Y yea 5 3 Key jn the Ignition Jesse rr oett Pee 2 14 Key Lock Cylinders Service 0 000005 7 15 Keyless Entry Battery Replacement 00 0 esses 2 12 Matching Transmitter s to Your Vehicle 2 11 yellow blue Op ration erre E RR EE aed 2 10 Resynchronization 0 0 0 0 eee eae 2 13 TRY T 2 2 Labels Certification Tire 0 ces bes tweed enn 4 33 Service Parts Identification lusus 6 62 Tire Loading Information 0 4 32 Vehicle Identification Number 6 62 Lamps
31. 39 40 41 42 Description Horn Fuel Injector 3800 V6 Engine Only Fuel Injector Electronic Ignition 3 5L V6 Engine Only Oxygen Sensor Engine Emissions Not Used Headlamp Right Rear Compartment Release Fuel Door Release Parking Lamp Fuel Pump Headlamp Left Spare Spare Spare Spare Spare Spare yellow blue Diode Description AIC Clutch Diode 43 Fuse Puller Replacement Bulbs Center High Mounted Stop lI MP boa hata ee eet eee 891 On Shelf scrii eee bee eere rente Pee 1141 Front Parking Turn Signal 4157 NAK Headlamp High Beam eere 9005 Low Beam e eee ee eme 9006 Sidemarker Front Rear 194 Stop Tail Turn Signal Rear 3057 Cornermg l6 eex9 ID ECL 3156 6 69 Capacities and Specifications Please refer to Recommended Fluids and Lubricants in the Index for more information Automatic Transaxle Pan Removal and Replacement 3800 V6 8 0 quarts 7 5 L After Complete Overhaul 10 0 quarts 9 5 L Pan Removal and Replacement BSL V6 tsp pep ti 7 4 quarts 7 L After Complete Overhaul 10 0 quarts 9 5 L When draining replacing the converter more fluid may be needed Cooling System Including Reservoir 3800 VG Lene ene bene 10 2 quarts 9 63 L BOL V6 LL 10 0 quarts 9 5 L Refrigerant R 134a Air Conditioning
32. 666 666666660606060 606000000 6 5 French Language Manual esses sees ii Front Cornering Bulb Replacement 6 43 Front Parking Bulb Replacement 6 43 Front Sidemarker Bulb Replacement 6 43 Front Turn Signal Bulb Replacement 6 43 Puel etes eu dc a eee 6 3 Canada 1592 oae beo nace Etat ES gk 6 5 Filling a Portable Container 00 6 9 Filling Your Tank 6 6 Gapo saia 2 64 In Foreign Countries lesse eese 6 5 Low Light ei edoceri nis beneit initin i 2 65 Fuses and Circuit Breakers 00005 6 63 Gages Engine Coolant Temperature 2 58 Fuel xus steer a etd cose bete eter ci het 2 64 GAWR v 1g uto decid Re 23 4 33 Gear Positions Automatic Transaxle 2 21 Glove BOX hey lide edet dei ace Ute E 2 44 GM Mobility Program for Persons with Disabilities 8 5 Gross Axle Weight Rating 0000 4 33 Gross Vehicle Weight Rating 00 4 33 Guide en Frangais 22 0 eee ii GVWR 5 acres deme cepere RF Lee RUP PRESS EE 4 33 yellow blue Hatogen Bulbs iie DRESSER con 6 38 Hazard Warning Flashers 0 5 2 Head Restr
33. An electrical overload will cause a lamp to go off and remain off If this happens have your headlamp system checked right away yellow blue Windshield Wipers The windshield wiper motor is protected by a circuit breaker and a fuse If the motor overheats due to heavy snow etc the wiper will stop until the motor cools If the overload is caused by some electrical problem have it fixed Power Windows and Other Power Options Circuit breakers in the fuse panel protect the power windows and other power accessories When the current load is too heavy the circuit breaker opens and closes protecting the circuit until the problem is fixed Fuses and Circuit Breakers The wiring circuits in your vehicle are protected from short circuits by a combination of fuses circuit breakers and fusible thermal links in the wiring itself This greatly reduces the chance of fires caused by electrical problems Look at the silver colored band inside the fuse If the band is broken or melted replace the fuse Be sure you replace a bad fuse with a new one of the identical size and rating 6 63 Instrument Panel Fuse Block These fuses are located in a fuse block on the passenger s side of the instrument panel Pull off the right hand cover to expose the fuses 6 64 FUSE USAGE CHART 8 8 z 8 g sumiv3ug AINDHID REAR EFAG CO CHANGER HAZARD HRM BLOWER STOR EAMES
34. Comfort Guides for 1 5 Safety Belts They re for Everyone Children and Small Adults 1 10 Here Are Questions Many People Ask About 1 33 Children Safety Belts and the Answers 1 36 Child Restraints 1 11 How to Wear Safety Belts Properly 1 48 Larger Children 1 Driver Position 1 51 Safety Belt Extender 18 Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy 1 51 Checking Your Restraint Systems 1 19 Right Front Passenger Position 1 Replacing Restraint System Parts After 1 19 Supplemental Restraint System SRS a Crash 1 26 Rear Seat Passengers Seats and Seat Controls This section tells you how to adjust the seats and explains reclining seatbacks folding rear seats and head restraints Manual Front Seat You can lose control of the vehicle if you try to adjust a manual driver s seat while the vehicle is moving The sudden movement could startle and confuse you or make you push a pedal when you don t want to Adjust the driver s seat only when the vehicle is not moving 1 2 yellow blue Lift the lever under the front of the seat up using a twisting motion This will unlock the seat Slide the seat to where you want it and release the lever Try to move the seat with your body to be sure the seat is locked into place 6 Way Power Seat If Equipped This switch is designed to imitate the movements of your seat cushion It is located on the left side of the driver s or the right side of the passenger s seat cushion To move the seat
35. Don t drive with it off and be careful working on the engine with the air cleaner filter off NOTICE If the air cleaner filter is off a backfire can cause a damaging engine fire And dirt can easily get into your engine which will damage it Always have the air cleaner filter in place when you re driving yellow blue Passenger Compartment Air Filter If Equipped The passenger compartment air filter is located underneath the hood just below the windshield wiper arm on the passenger s side of the vehicle underneath the air inlet grille The filter traps most of the pollen from air entering the module Like your engine s air filter it may need to be changed periodically For information on how often to change the passenger compartment air filter see Maintenance Schedule in the Index 6 21 To change the passenger compartment air filter use the following steps 1 Turn off the ignition when the windshield wipers are in the up position 2 Raise the hood 3 Disconnect the windshield washer pump hose from the fender rail and air inlet grille 4 Reposition the hood weatherstrip from the right side of the vehicle peel back halfway to center Remove the air inlet grille retainers Remove the air inlet grille Remove the air deflector grille in the compartment Remove the passenger compartment air filter O ON QN tA Then reverse the steps to install the new air filter For the type
36. Index 5 14 yellow blue NOTICE When adding coolant it is important that you use only DEX COOL silicate free coolant If coolant other than DEX COOL is added to the system premature engine heater core or radiator corrosion may result In addition the engine coolant will require change sooner at 30 000 miles 50 000 km or 24 months whichever occurs first Damage caused by the use of coolant other than DEX COOL is not covered by your new vehicle warranty If there seems to be no leak with the engine on check to see if the electric engine cooling fans are running If the engine is overheating both fans should be running If they aren t your vehicle needs service yellow blue How to Add Coolant to the Coolant Recovery Tank 3800 V6 Engine NOTICE If you haven t found a problem yet but the coolant level i 0 at the COLD m adda 2 50 mixture of clean In cold weather water can freeze and crack the drinkable water and DEX COOL engine coolant at the engine radiator heater core and other parts coolant recovery tank See Engine Coolant in the Use the recommended coolant and the proper Index for more information coolant mixture Adding only plain water to your cooling system can be dangerous Plain water or some other liquid like alcohol can boil before the proper coolant mixture will Your vehicle s coolant warning system is set for the proper coolant mixture With plain water or the w
37. Most of the remaining air is directed through the floor ducts and a little to the defrost and side window vents We DEFOG This setting allows half of the air to go to the floor ducts and half to the defrost and side window vents The air conditioning compressor will run automatically in this setting unless the outside temperature is below 40 F 4 5 C e LOWER This setting sends most of the air through the ducts near the floor The rest comes out of the defrost and side window vents SI FRONT DEFROST BUTTON This setting directs most of the air through the defrost and side window vents Some of the air goes to the floor ducts The air conditioning compressor will run automatically in this setting unless the outside temperature is below 40 F 4 5 C RECIRC BUTTON This setting recirculates the air inside of your vehicle This setting is not available in defog or defrost mode 9X OUTSIDE AIR BUTTON This setting brings in outside air Air Conditioning On very hot days open the windows long enough to let hot inside air escape This reduces the time the compressor has to run which should help fuel economy For quick cool down on very hot days use RECIRC If this setting is used for long periods of time the air in your vehicle may become too dry For normal cooling on hot days use UPPER with the A C button pushed in The system will bring in outside air and cool it On cool
38. Pull off the cover Fuse 2 3 4 yellow blue e Js I3 e 0 E Ob 8 o ES Co 1 no po oo h2 Description Cooling Fan Starter Solenoid Power Seats Rear Defog High Blower Hazard Flashers Stoplamps Power Mirrors Door Locks 6 67 Fuse Relay 10 11 12 6 68 Description Ignition Switch Brake Transaxle Shift Interlock Stoplamps Anti Lock Brake System Turn Signals Cluster Air Bag Daytime Running Lamps Module Cooling Fan Interior Lamps Anti Lock Brake System 3800 V6 Engine Only Keyless Entry Data Link HVAC Head Cluster Radio Auxiliary Power Cigarette Lighter Bose Amplifier Ignition Switch Wipers Radio Steering Wheel Controls Body Control Module Auxiliary Power Power Windows Sunroof HVAC Controls DRL Rear Defog Relay Description Cooling Fan 2 Cooling Fan 3 Starter Solenoid Cooling Fan 1 Relay 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 Fuse 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 yellow blue Description Ignition Main Air Pump 3 5L V6 if equipped with California Emissions Air Conditioning Clutch Horn Fog Lamps Not Used Fuel Pump Description Air Pump 3 5L V6 Generator Electronic Control Module Air Conditioning Compressor Clutch Not Used Electronic Ignition 3800 V6 Engine Only Fuel Injectors Electronic Ignition 3 5L V6 Engine Only Transaxle Sensor Fuse 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38
39. REV Press and hold this button to quickly reverse within a track As the CD reverses elapsed time will be displayed to help you find the correct passage FWD Press and hold this button to quickly advance within a track As the CD advances elapsed time will be displayed to help you find the correct passage PROG Press this button to select the next disc in the magazine Each time you press PROG the disc number on the radio display will go to that of the next available CD If a CD cannot be played its number will be skipped when selecting discs while using the PROG button RDM Press this button to enter the random play mode RDM will appear on the display While in this mode the tracks on the discs will be played in random order If you press PROG or SEEK while in the random mode discs and tracks will be scanned randomly Press this button again to turn off the random feature and return to normal operation RCL Press this button to see what track is currently playing Press RCL again within five seconds to see how long the track has been playing EL TM will appear on the display when in elapsed time mode When a new track starts to play the track number will also appear Press RCL a third time and the time of day will be displayed SEEK Press the SEEK down arrow while playing a CD to go back to the start of the current track if more than eight seconds have played If you press it again the changer will go to previous tracks P
40. Rearview Mirror To reduce glare from lamps behind you push the lever away from you to the night position To return the mirror back to the day position pull the lever toward you 2 41 Electrochromic Day Night Rearview Mirror with Compass and Map Lamps If Equipped Your vehicle may have an automatic electrochromic day night rearview mirror with a compass and map lamps This mirror automatically changes to reduce glare from headlamps behind you A time delay feature prevents rapid changing from the day to night positions while driving under lights and through traffic 2 42 yellow blue The mirror includes two map lamps an automatic dimming function and an eight point compass display in the upper corner of the mirror face When the compass display is turned on the compass automatically calibrates as the vehicle is driven The automatic dimming feature is turned on or off by pressing the IO button located on the lower part of the mirror Press and hold the IO button for up to three seconds to turn this feature on or off The compass display feature is turned on or off by pressing the IO button for three seconds or more When cleaning the mirror use a paper towel or similar material dampened with glass cleaner Do not spray glass cleaner directly on the mirror housing Compass Calibration To place the compass into calibration mode press both map lamp buttons and hold for over eight seconds until the lett
41. 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 CURRENT PUBLICATIONS FOR 1999 OLDSMOBILE SERVICE MANUALS Service Manuals have the diagnosis and repair information on engines transmission axle suspension brakes electrical steering body etc RETAIL SELL PRICE 90 00 TRANSMISSION TRANSAXLE TRANSFER CASE UNIT REPAIR MANUAL This manual provides information on unit repair service procedures adjustments and specifications for the 1999 GM transmissions transaxles and transfer cases RETAIL SELL PRICE 50 00 SERVICE BULLETINS Service Bulletins give technical service information needed to knowledgeably service General Motors cars and trucks Each bulletin contains instructions to assist in the diagnosis and service of your vehicle PLEASE COMPLETE THE ORDER FORM SHOWN ON THE FOLLOWING PAGE AND MAIL TO Helm Incorporated P O Box 07130 Detroit MI 48207 OWNER S INFORMATION Owner publications are written directly for Owners and intended to provide basic operational information about the vehicle The owner s manual will include the Maintenance Schedule for all models In Portfolio Includes a Portfolio Owner s Manual and Warranty Booklet RETAIL SELL PRICE 15 00 Without Portfolio Ow
42. a Trailer Towing a trailer requires a certain amount of experience Before setting out for the open road you ll want to get to know your rig Acquaint yourself with the feel of handling and braking with the added weight of the trailer And always keep in mind that the vehicle you are driving is now a good deal longer and not nearly as responsive as your vehicle is by itself 4 38 yellow blue Before you start check the trailer hitch and platform and attachments safety chains electrical connector lamps tires and mirror adjustment If the trailer has electric brakes start your vehicle and trailer moving and then apply the trailer brake controller by hand to be sure the brakes are working This lets you check your electrical connection at the same time During your trip check occasionally to be sure that the load is secure and that the lamps and any trailer brakes are still working Following Distance Stay at least twice as far behind the vehicle ahead as you would when driving your vehicle without a trailer This can help you avoid situations that require heavy braking and sudden turns Passing You ll need more passing distance up ahead when you re towing a trailer And because you re a good deal longer you ll need to go much farther beyond the passed vehicle before you can return to your lane Backing Up Hold the bottom of the steering wheel with one hand Then to move the trailer to the left just move that h
43. and flash more than clean glass would making the pupils of your eyes contract repeatedly Remember that your headlamps light up far less of a roadway when you are in a turn or curve Keep your eyes moving that way it s easier to pick out dimly lighted objects Just as your headlamps should be checked regularly for proper aim so should your eyes be examined regularly Some drivers suffer from night blindness the inability to see in dim light and aren t even aware of it yellow blue e in Rain and on Wet Roads Rain and wet roads can mean driving trouble On a wet road you can t stop accelerate or turn as well because your tire to road traction isn t as good as on dry roads And if your tires don t have much tread left you ll get even less traction It s always wise to go slower and be cautious if rain starts to fall while you are driving The surface may get wet suddenly when your reflexes are tuned for driving on dry pavement The heavier the rain the harder it is to see Even if your windshield wiper blades are in good shape a heavy rain can make it harder to see road signs and traffic signals pavement markings the edge of the road and even people walking It s wise to keep your windshield wiping equipment in good shape and keep your windshield washer tank filled with washer fluid Replace your windshield wiper inserts when they show signs of streaking or missing areas on the windshield or when strips of rubber start
44. and hold the switch forward The driver s window controls also include a lock out switch Press LOCK to stop front and rear passengers from using their window switches The driver can still control all windows with the lock on Press the other side of the LOCK switch for normal window operation The full floating horn is designed so that you may press anywhere on the steering wheel pad to sound the horn Tilt Wheel yellow blue Turn Signal Multifunction Lever A tilt wheel allows you to adjust the steering wheel before you drive You can also raise it to the highest level to give your legs more room when you exit and enter the vehicle To tilt the wheel hold the wheel and pull the lever located on the left side of your steering column Move the wheel to a comfortable level then release the lever to lock the wheel in place The lever on the left side of the steering column includes your Turn Signal and Lane Change Indicator Headlamp High Low Beam Changer Flash to Pass Headlamps Taillamps Parking Lamps 2 31 Turn Signal and Lane Change Indicator The turn signal lever has two upward for right and two downward for left positions These positions allow you to signal a turn or lane change To signal a turn move the lever all the way up or down When the turn is finished the lever will return automatically An arrow on the instrument panel will flash in the direction of the turn or lane change
45. are designed to give proper endurance handling speed rating traction ride and other things during normal service on your vehicle If your tires have an all season tread design the TPC number will be followed by an MS for mud and snow If you ever replace your tires with those not having a TPC Spec number make sure they are the same size load range speed rating and construction type bias bias belted or radial as your original tires 6 49 Mixing tires could cause you to lose control while driving If you mix tires of different sizes or types radial and bias belted tires the vehicle may not handle properly and you could have a crash Using tires of different sizes may also cause damage to your vehicle Be sure to use the same size and type tires on all wheels It s all right to drive with your compact spare though It was developed for use on your vehicle If you use bias ply tires on your vehicle the wheel rim flanges could develop cracks after many miles of driving A tire and or wheel could fail suddenly causing a crash Use only radial ply tires with the wheels on your vehicle 6 50 yellow blue Uniform Tire Quality Grading The following information relates to the system developed by the United States National Highway Traffic Safety Administration which grades tires by treadwear traction and temperature performance This applies only to vehicles sold in the United States The grades are molde
46. brake doesn t release fully If If the warning light stays the system is turned on and the warning light stays on or comes on when on after your parking brake is fully released it TRAC you re driving there may means there s a problem with the system be a problem with your Ifthe traction control system is affected by an OFF Enhanced Traction System engine related problem the system will turn off and and your vehicle may the warning light will come on need service If the Enhanced Traction System warning light comes MENS 1 we on and stays on for an extended period of time when the When this warning light is on the system will not limit system is turned on and the parking brake is fully wheel spin Adjust your driving accordingly released your vehicle needs service The Enhanced Traction System warning light may come on for the following reasons If you turn the system off by pressing the TRACTION CONTROL button on the console the warning light will come on and stay on To turn the system back on press the TRACTION CONTROL button again The warning light should go off See Enhanced Traction System in the Index for more information 2 57 Low Traction Light When your anti lock system is adjusting brake pressure LOW to help avoid a braking skid this light will come on TRAC r 3800 V6 engine only You may feel or hear the system working but this is normal Slippery road conditions may exist if the l
47. control to the left to adjust the left mirror or to the right to adjust the right mirror Then press the lower control in the direction you want to move the mirror Convex Outside Mirror Your passenger s side mirror is convex A convex mirror s surface is curved so you can see more from the driver s seat 2 44 yellow blue A convex mirror can make things like other vehicles look farther away than they really are If you cut too sharply into the right lane you could hit a vehicle on your right Check your inside mirror or glance over your shoulder before changing lanes Heated Outside Mirrors If Equipped The left and right outside mirrors are heated when you activate the rear window defogger See Rear Window Defogger in the Index Storage Compartments Glove Box Use the key to lock and unlock the glove box Rear Console Cupholders The cupholders are located in the rear of the front console Pull down to use the cupholders Center Console To open the storage area located between the driver s and passenger s seat press back on the front edge and lift the cover The console has a cassette tape and compact disc storage and a coinholder The cupholder is right below the center console Push down on the door and the cupholder will come out yellow blue Convenience Net If Equipped Your vehicle may have a convenience net You ll see it on the back wall of the trunk Put small loads like grocer
48. doesn t release fully If it stays on after your parking brake is fully released it means you have a brake problem A warning chime will sound if your parking brake is set and the gear shift is not in PARK P or NEUTRAL N yellow blue Anti Lock Brake System Warning Light With the anti lock brake system this light will come on when you start your engine and it will stay on for three seconds That s normal ANTI LOCK If the anti lock brake system warning light stays on longer than normal after you ve started your engine turn the ignition off Or if the light comes on and stays on when you re driving stop as soon as possible and turn the ignition off Then start the engine again to reset the system If the light still stays on or comes on again while you re driving your vehicle needs service If the light is on and the regular brake system warning light isn t on you still have brakes but you don t have anti lock brakes Adjust your driving accordingly 2 55 The anti lock brake system warning light should come on briefly when you turn the ignition key to ON If the light doesn t come on then have it fixed so it will be ready to warn you if there is a problem Traction Control System Warning Light Option With 3 5L V6 Engine This warning light should come on briefly as you TRAC start the engine OFF If the warning light doesn t come on then have it fixed so it will be ready to warn you if there s a pro
49. enabled when the vehicle is shipped from the factory Disconnecting the battery for up to a year will not change the programmed mode of the Last Door Closed Locking feature Programmable Automatic Power Door Locks ADL Programmable Automatic Power Door Locks is a standard feature intended to provide enhanced security and convenience by automatically locking and unlocking vehicle doors The automatic locking and unlocking of the vehicle will occur if the ignition key is in ON and the driver s door is closed when the vehicle is shifted out of PARK P One of four operating modes may be selected and programmed by the driver Mode 1 No automatic door lock or unlock Mode 2 Automatic all door lock when transaxle is shifted out of PARK P No automatic door unlock Mode 3 Automatic all door lock when transaxle is shifted out of PARK P Automatic all door unlock when transaxle is shifted into PARK P Mode 4 Automatic all door lock when transaxle is shifted out of PARK P Automatic driver s door only unlock when transaxle is shifted into PARK P The operating mode of the Programmable Automatic Power Door Locks will be changed when the driver performs the following sequence with the doors closed and the ignition key in ON yellow blue 1 Press and hold the power door lock switch in the lock position 2 While holding the door lock switch cycle the transaxle out of and back into PARK P 3 After an initial t
50. forget your compact spare tire It should be at 60 psi 420 kPa How to Check Use a good quality pocket type gage to check tire pressure You can t tell if your tires are properly inflated simply by looking at them Radial tires may look properly inflated even when they re underinflated Be sure to put the valve caps back on the valve stems They help prevent leaks by keeping out dirt and moisture Tire Inspection and Rotation Tires should be rotated every 6 000 to 8 000 miles 10 000 to 13 000 km Any time you notice unusual wear rotate your tires as soon as possible and check wheel alignment Also check for damaged tires or wheels See When It s Time for New Tires and Wheel Replacement later in this section for more information The purpose of regular rotation is to achieve more uniform wear for all tires on the vehicle The first rotation is the most important See Scheduled Maintenance Services in the Index for scheduled rotation intervals 6 47 When rotating your tires always use the correct rotation pattern shown here Don t include the compact spare tire in your tire rotation After the tires have been rotated adjust the front and rear inflation pressures as shown on the Tire Loading Information label Make certain that all wheel nuts are properly tightened See Wheel Nut Torque in the Index 6 48 yellow blue Rust or dirt on a wheel or on the parts to which it is fastened can make whe
51. forward or rearward push the switch forward or rearward To raise or lower the seat push the switch up or down To raise or lower the front portion of your seat push the front of the switch up or down To raise or lower the rear portion of your seat push the rear of the switch up or down yellow blue Reclining Front Seatbacks Lift the lever to release the seatback then move the seatback to where you want it Release the lever to lock the seatback in place Pull up on the lever without pushing on the seatback and the seatback will move forward This lever is located on the left side of the driver s or the right side of the passenger s seat cushion 1 3 But don t have a seatback reclined if your vehicle is moving 1 4 yellow blue 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 Instead it will be in front of you In a crash you could go into it receiving neck or other injuries The lap belt can t do its job either In a crash the belt could go up over your abdomen The belt forces would be there not at your pelvic bones This could cause serious internal injuries For proper protection when the vehicle is in motion have the seatback upright Then sit well back in the seat and wear your safety belt properly H
52. gasoline oil coolant brake fluid windshield washer and other fluids and plastic or rubber You or others could be burned Be careful not to drop or spill things that will burn onto a hot engine yellow blue Hood Release Then go to the front of the vehicle and release the To open the hood first pull the handle inside the vehicle secondary hood release Lift the hood It is located below the instrument panel on the driver s side 6 10 yellow When you open the hood of the 3 5L V6 engine you ll see A Windshield Washer D Engine Coolant Surge Tank H Automatic Transaxle Dipstick Fluid Reservoir E Power Steering Fluid Reservoir L Brake Fluid Reservoir B Battery F Engine Oil Fill Cap J Engine Air Cleaner Filter C Remote Positive Terminal G Engine Oil Dipstick yellow When you open the hood of the 3800 V6 engine you ll see A Windshield Washer Fluid E Power Steering Fluid Reservoir I Brake Fluid Reservoir B Battery F Engine Oil Dipstick J Engine Coolant C Radiator Pressure Cap G Engine Oil Fill Cap Recovery Tank D Remote Positive Terminal H Automatic Transaxle Dipstick K Engine Air Cleaner Filter Before closing the hood be sure that all the filler caps are on properly Then pull the hood down and close it firmly Engine Oil If the LOW OIL light on the instrument panel comes LOW on it means you need to check your engine oil level OIL right away For more information se
53. good battery Use a remote positive terminal if the vehicle has one Now connect the black negative cable to the good battery s negative terminal Don t let the other end touch anything until the next step The other end of the negative cable doesn t go to the dead battery It goes to a heavy unpainted metal part on the engine of the vehicle with the dead battery 10 11 12 13 yellow 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 Now start the vehicle with the good battery and run the engine for a while Try to start the vehicle with the dead battery If it won t start after a few tries it probably needs service Remove the cables in reverse order to prevent electrical shorting Take care that they don t touch each other or any other metal yellow blue Towing Your Vehicle To help avoid serious personal injury to you or others Never let passengers ride in a vehicle that is being towed Never tow faster than safe or posted speeds Never tow with damaged parts not fully secured Never get under your vehicle after it has A Heavy Metal Engine Part been lifted by the tow truck B Good Battery Always secure the vehicle on each side with separate safety chains when towing it Use only the correct h
54. it is designed to operate on fuels that meet California specifications If such fuels are not available in states adopting California emissions standards your vehicle will operate satisfactorily on fuels meeting federal specifications but emission control system performance may be affected The malfunction indicator lamp on your instrument panel may turn on and or your vehicle may fail a smog check test See Malfunction Indicator Lamp in the Index If this occurs return to your authorized Oldsmobile dealer for diagnosis to determine the cause of failure In the event it is determined that the cause of the condition is the type of fuels used repairs may not be covered by your warranty 6 4 yellow blue Some gasolines that are not reformulated for low emissions may contain an octane enhancing additive called methylcyclopentadienyl manganese tricarbonyl MMT ask your service station operator whether or not the fuel contains MMT General Motors does not recommend the use of such gasolines If fuels containing MMT are used spark plug life may be reduced and your emission control system performance may be affected The malfunction indicator lamp on your instrument panel may turn on If this occurs return to your authorized Oldsmobile dealer for service To provide cleaner air all gasolines in the United States are now required to contain additives that will help prevent deposits from forming in your engine and fuel system allowin
55. it looks like a chance to pass is coming up start to accelerate but stay in the right lane and don t get too close Time your move so you will be increasing speed as the time comes to move into the other lane If the way is clear to pass you will have a running start that more than makes up for the distance you would lose by dropping back And if something happens to cause you to cancel your pass you need only slow down and drop back again and wait for another opportunity If other cars are lined up to pass a slow vehicle wait your turn But take care that someone isn t trying to pass you as you pull out to pass the slow vehicle Remember to glance over your shoulder and check the blind spot yellow blue Check your mirrors glance over your shoulder and start your left lane change signal before moving out of the right lane to pass When you are far enough ahead of the passed vehicle to see its front in your inside mirror activate your right lane change signal and move back into the right lane Remember that your right outside mirror is convex The vehicle you just passed may seem to be farther away from you than it really is Try not to pass more than one vehicle at a time on two lane roads Reconsider before passing the next vehicle Don t overtake a slowly moving vehicle too rapidly Even though the brake lamps are not flashing it may be slowing down or starting to turn If you re being passed make it easy for the fol
56. it on again the defogger will only run for about five minutes before turning off You can also turn it off by turning off the ignition or pressing the button again Do not attach anything like a temporary vehicle license or decal across the defogger grid yellow blue NOTICE Don t use a razor blade or something else sharp on the inside of the rear window If you do you could cut or damage the warming grid and the repairs wouldn t be covered by your warranty Ventilation System Adjust the direction of airflow by moving the louvered vents To completely shut off airflow to the outlet move the thumbwheel down To open the outlet for airflow move the thumbwheel up Your vehicle s flow through ventilation system supplies outside air into the vehicle when it is moving Outside air will also enter the vehicle when the air conditioning fan is running Ventilation Tips Keep the hood and front air inlet free of ice snow or any other obstruction such as leaves The heater and defroster will work far better reducing the chance of fogging the inside of your windows When you enter a vehicle in cold weather set the mode to FLOOR or LOWER and the fan to the highest speed for a few moments before driving off This helps clear the intake ducts of snow and moisture and reduces the chance of fogging the inside of your windows Keep the air path under the front seats clear of objects This helps air to circulate
57. it to choose radio stations Push the knob back into its stored position when you re not using it SEEK Press the up or down arrow to go to the next higher or lower station and stay there The sound will mute while seeking SCAN Press this button and release it to listen to stations for a few seconds The radio will go to a station stop for a few seconds then go on to the next station Press the button again to stop scanning The sound will mute while scanning and SCAN will appear on the display If you press SCAN for more than two seconds the radio will change to P SCAN mode P SCAN will appear on the display PUSHBUTTONS The five numbered pushbuttons let you return to your favorite stations You can set up to 15 stations five AM five FMI and five FM2 Just 1 Turn the radio on 2 Press AM FM to select the band 3 Tune in the desired station 4 Press TONE to select the equalization that best suits the type of station selected 5 Press and hold one of the five numbered buttons The sound will mute When it returns release the button Whenever you press that numbered button the station you set will return and the tone that you selected will also be automatically selected for that button 6 Repeat the steps for each pushbutton P SCAN Press SCAN for more than two seconds and P SCAN will appear on the display The radio will go to the first preset station stored on your pushbuttons stop for a few seconds t
58. mechanism Cassette tapes should be stored in their cases away from contaminants direct sunlight and extreme heat If they aren t they may not operate properly or may cause failure of the tape player Your tape player should be cleaned regularly after every 50 hours of use Your radio may display CLN to indicate that you have used your tape player for 50 hours without resetting the tape clean timer If this message appears on the display your cassette tape player needs to be cleaned It will still play tapes but you should clean it as soon as possible to prevent damage to your tapes and player If you notice a reduction in sound quality try a known good cassette to see if it is the tape or the tape player at fault If this other cassette has no improvement in sound quality clean the tape player The recommended cleaning method for your cassette tape player is the use of a scrubbing action non abrasive cleaning cassette with pads which scrub the tape head as the hubs of the cleaner cassette turn The recommended cleaning cassette is available through your dealership GM Part No 12344789 3 28 yellow blue When using a scrubbing action non abrasive cleaning cassette it is normal for the cassette to eject because your unit is equipped with a cut tape detection feature and a cleaning cassette may appear as a broken tape If the cleaning cassette ejects insert the cassette at least three times to ensure thorough cleaning You ma
59. of Your Vehicle The paint finish on your vehicle provides beauty depth of color gloss retention and durability Washing Your Vehicle The best way to preserve your vehicle s finish is to keep it clean by washing it often with lukewarm or cold water 6 57 Don t wash your vehicle in the direct rays of the sun Use a car washing soap Don t use strong soaps or chemical detergents Be sure to rinse the vehicle well removing all soap residue completely You can get GM approved cleaning products from your dealer See Appearance Care and Materials in the Index Don t use cleaning agents that are petroleum based or that contain acid or abrasives All cleaning agents should be flushed promptly and not allowed to dry on the surface or they could stain Dry the finish with a soft clean chamois or an all cotton towel to avoid surface scratches and water spotting High pressure car washes may cause water to enter your vehicle Cleaning Exterior Lamps Lenses Use lukewarm or cold water a soft cloth and a car washing soap to clean exterior lamps and lenses Follow instructions under Washing Your Vehicle Finish Care Occasional waxing or mild polishing of your vehicle by hand may be necessary to remove residue from the paint finish You can get GM approved cleaning products from your dealer See Appearance Care and Materials in the Index 5 6 58 yellow blue Your vehicle has a basecoat clearcoat paint fini
60. of the symbols you may find on your vehicle For example These symbols These symbols These symbols these symbols are important have to do with are on some of are used on an for you and your lamps your controls original battery your passengers whenever your nA MASTER WINDSHIELD CAUTION ed 5 LIGHTING vor WIPER SZ POSSIBLE SWITCH x INJURY DOOR LOCK TURN cen PROTECT WINDSHIELD EYES BY UNLOCK SIGNALS WASHER SHIELDING ACID COULD SEAT DEFROSTER CAUSE BELTS HAZARD BURNS WARNING FLASHER AVOID fea WINDOW SPARKS OR POWER Hl t DEFOGGER FLAMES DAYTIME winpow RUNNING LAMPS PARKING p CAUSTIC LAMPS BATTERY FASTEN WINDSHIELD qp SPARK OR FLAME COULD VENTILATING EXPLODE AIR BAG FOG LAMPS FAN BATTERY These symbols are used on warning and indicator lights ENGINE COOLANT TEMP BATTERY CHARGING SYSTEM BRAKE COOLANT ENGINE OIL PRESSURE ANTI LOCK BRAKES E aia 7 us yellow blue Here are some other symbols you may see FUSE M 2 LIGHTER oc HORN SPEAKER n FUEL yellow blue f NOTES vi yellow blue Cu 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 1 2 Seats and Seat Controls 1 29 Rear Safety Belt
61. opposite end 5 25 yellow blue Removing the Spare Tire and Tools The equipment you ll need is in the trunk Pull the carpeted mat up from the floor of the trunk Turn the center nut on the compact spare cover counterclockwise to remove it Then lift and remove the cover The following steps will tell you how to use the jack and change a tire 5 26 yellow Remove the spare tire See Compact Spare Tire later Turn the nut holding the jack counterclockwise and in the Index for more information about the remove it Then remove the jack and wrench compact spare yellow blue Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire The tools you ll be using include the jack A extension and protector guide B and wheel wrench C 1 Using the wheel wrench remove the plastic nuts and loosen all of the wheel nuts Don t remove them yet 5 28 Getting under a vehicle when it is jacked up is dangerous If the vehicle slips off the jack you could be badly injured or killed Never get under a vehicle when it is supported only by a jack Raising your vehicle with the jack improperly positioned can damage the vehicle and even make the vehicle fall To help avoid personal injury and vehicle damage be sure to fit the jack lift head into the proper location before raising the vehicle 2 Tum the jack handle clockwise to raise the jack lift head a few inches yellow blue BOLTS FRONT
62. or not there s an air bag for that person 1 20 yellow blue Air bags inflate with great force faster than the blink of an eye If you re too close to an inflating air bag as you would be if you were leaning forward it could seriously injure you This is true even with Next Generation frontal air bags Safety belts help keep you in position before and during a crash Always wear your safety belt even with Next Generation air bags The driver should sit as far back as possible while still maintaining control of the vehicle 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 Air bags plus lap shoulder belts offer the best protection for adults but not for young children and infants Neither the vehicle s safety belt system nor its air bag system is designed for them Young children and infants need the protection that a child restraint system can provide Always secure children properly in your vehicle To read how see the part of this manual called Children and see the caution labels on the sunvisors and the right front passenger s safety belt yellow blue There is an air bag readiness light on the instrument panel which shows an air bag symbol The system checks the air bag electrical system for malfunctions The light tells you if there is an electrical problem S
63. out and a serious accident See Loading Your Vehicle in the Index CAUTION Continued 6 46 yellow blue Underinflated tires pose the same danger as overloaded tires The resulting accident could cause serious injury Check all tires frequently to maintain the recommended pressure Tire pressure should be checked when your tires are cold Overinflated tires are more likely to be cut punctured or broken by a sudden impact such as when you hit a pothole Keep tires at the recommended pressure Worn old tires can cause accidents If your tread is badly worn or if your tires have been damaged replace them Inflation Tire Pressure The Tire Loading Information label which is located inside the trunk lid shows the correct inflation pressures for your tires when they re cold Cold means your vehicle has been sitting for at least three hours or driven no more than 1 mile 1 6 km NOTICE Don t let anyone tell you that underinflation or overinflation is all right It s not If your tires don t have enough air underinflation you can get the following Too much flexing Too much heat Tire overloading Bad wear Bad handling Bad fuel economy If your tires have too much air overinflation you can get the following Unusual wear Bad handling Rough ride Needless damage from road hazards yellow blue When to Check Check your tires once a month or more Don t
64. shoulder belt still is on the child s shoulder so that in a crash the child s upper body would have the restraint that belts provide If the child is sitting in a rear seat outside position see Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides in the Index If the child is so small that the shoulder belt is still very close to the child s face or neck you might want to place the child in the center seat position the one that has only a lap belt 1 49 yellow blue Never do this Here a child is sitting in a seat that has a lap 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 That could cause serious or fatal injuries Wherever the child sits the lap portion of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips just touching the child s thighs This applies belt force to the child s pelvic bones in a crash 1 50 Safety Belt Extender If the vehicle s safety belt will fasten around you you should use it But if a safety belt isn t long enough to fasten your dealer will order you an extender It s free When you go in to order it take the heaviest coat you will wear so the extender will be long enough for you The extender will be just for you and just for the seat in your vehicle that you choose Don t let someone else use it and use it only for the seat i
65. suddenly slows or stops Always leave enough room up ahead to stop even though you have anti lock brakes Using Anti Lock Don t pump the brakes Just hold the brake pedal down firmly and let anti lock work for you You may feel a slight brake pedal pulsation or notice some noise but this is normal When your anti lock system is adjusting brake pressure to help avoid a braking skid this light will come on for the 3800 V6 engine See Low Traction Light in the Index LOW TRAC yellow blue Traction Control System Optional with 3 5L V6 Engine Your vehicle may have a traction control system that limits wheel spin This is especially useful in slippery road conditions The system operates only if it senses that one or both of the front wheels are spinning or beginning to lose traction When this happens the system works the front brakes may upshift the transaxle and reduces engine power to limit wheel spin This light will come on when the traction control system is limiting wheel spin See Low Traction Light in the Index You may feel or hear the system working but this is normal The Traction Control System operates in all transaxle shift lever positions But the system can upshift the transaxle only as high as the shift lever position you ve chosen so you should use the lower gears only when necessary See Automatic Transaxle in the Index This warning light will come on to let you know if there s a prob
66. the proper trailer towing equipment To identify what the vehicle trailering capacity is for your vehicle you should read the information in Weight of the Trailer that appears later in this section But trailering is different than just driving your vehicle by itself Trailering means changes in handling durability and fuel economy Successful safe trailering takes correct equipment and it has to be used properly That s the reason for this part In it are many time tested important trailering tips and safety rules Many of these are important for your safety and that of your passengers So please read this section carefully before you pull a trailer Load pulling components such as the engine transaxle wheel assemblies and tires are forced to work harder against the drag of the added weight The engine is required to operate at relatively higher speeds and under greater loads generating extra heat What s more the trailer adds considerably to wind resistance increasing the pulling requirements yellow blue If You Do Decide To Pull A Trailer If you do here are some important points There are many different laws including speed limit restrictions having to do with trailering Make sure your rig will be legal not only where you live but also where you ll be driving good source for this information can be state or provincial police Consider using a sway control You can ask a hitch dealer about sway control
67. the recommended pressure Weather Forecasts What s the weather outlook along your route Should you delay your trip a short time to avoid a major storm system Maps Do you have up to date maps 4 24 yellow blue Highway Hypnosis Is there actually such a condition as highway hypnosis Or is it just plain falling asleep at the wheel Call it highway hypnosis lack of awareness or whatever There is something about an easy stretch of road with the same scenery along with the hum of the tires on the road the drone of the engine and the rush of the wind against the vehicle that can make you sleepy Don t let it happen to you If it does your vehicle can leave the road in less than a second and you could crash and be injured What can you do about highway hypnosis First be aware that it can happen Then here are some tips Make sure your vehicle is well ventilated with a comfortably cool interior Keep your eyes moving Scan the road ahead and to the sides Check your rearview mirrors and your instruments frequently If you get sleepy pull off the road into a rest service or parking area and take a nap get some exercise or both For safety treat drowsiness on the highway as an emergency yellow blue Hill and Mountain Roads If you drive regularly in steep country or if you re planning to visit there here are some tips that can make your trips safer and more enjoyable Keep y
68. 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 every Canadian province says children up to some age must be restrained while in a vehicle Smaller Children and Babies 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 Air bags plus lap shoulder belts offer the best protection for adults but not for young children and infants Neither the vehicle s safety belt system nor its air bag system is designed for them Young children and infants need the protection that a child restraint system can provide Always secure children properly in your vehicle 1 33 Smaller children and babies should always be restrained in a child or infant restraint The instructions for the restraint will say whether it is the right type and size for your child A very young child s hip bones are so small that a regular belt might not stay low on the hips as it should Instead the belt will likely be over the child s abdomen In a crash the belt would apply force right on the child s abdomen which could cause serious or fatal injuries So be sure that any child small enough for one is always properly restrained in a child or infant restraint 1 34 yellow blue Infants need complete support including suppor
69. the guide over the belt and insert the two edges of the belt into on top the slots of the guide yellow blue 4 Buckle position and release the safety belt as described in Rear Seat Outside Passenger Positions earlier in this section Make sure that the shoulder belt crosses the shoulder To remove and store the comfort guides squeeze the belt edges together so that you can take them out from the guides Pull the guide upward to expose its storage clip and then slide the guide onto the clip Rotate the guide and clip inward and in between the seatback and the interior body leaving only the loop of elastic cord exposed 1 31 Center Passenger Position y 1 32 yellow blue Lap Belt When you sit in the center seating position you have a lap safety belt which has no retractor To make the belt longer tilt the latch plate and pull it along the belt To make the belt shorter pull its free end as shown until the belt is snug Buckle position and release it the same way as the lap part of a lap shoulder belt If the belt isn t long enough see Safety Belt Extender at the end of this section Make sure the release button on the buckle is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to yellow blue Children Everyone in a vehicle needs protection That includes infants and all children smaller than adult size Neither the distance traveled nor
70. the transmitter Resynchronization After you have changed the battery in your remote keyless entry transmitter you will need to resynchronize the transmitter To do this press the LOCK and UNLOCK buttons together and hold for approximately seven seconds or until the horn chirps three times You will need to use this procedure if your vehicle has lost battery power for an extended period of time Trunk Lid It can be dangerous to drive with the trunk lid open because carbon monoxide CO gas can come into your vehicle You can t see or smell CO It can cause unconsciousness and even death CAUTION Continued yellow blue If you must drive with the trunk lid open or if electrical wiring or other cable connections must pass through the seal between the body and the trunk Make sure all other windows are shut Turn the fan on your heating or cooling system to its highest speed with the setting on VENT That will force outside air into your vehicle See Comfort Controls in the Index If you have air outlets on or under the instrument panel open them all the way See Engine Exhaust in the Index Trunk Lock To unlock the trunk from the outside insert the key and turn it clockwise You can also use the remote keyless entry transmitter if your vehicle is equipped 2 13 Remote Trunk Release Press the button on the left side of the instrument panel to unlock the trunk from inside your v
71. to separate from the inserts 4 19 Driving too fast through large water puddles or even going through some car washes can cause problems too The water may affect your brakes Try to avoid puddles But if you can t try to slow down before you hit them 4 20 yellow blue Wet brakes can cause accidents They won t work as well in a quick stop and may cause pulling to one side You could lose control of the vehicle After driving through a large puddle of water or a car wash apply your brake pedal lightly until your brakes work normally Hydroplaning Hydroplaning is dangerous So much water can build up under your tires that they can actually ride on the water This can happen if the road is wet enough and you re going fast enough When your vehicle is hydroplaning it has little or no contact with the road Hydroplaning doesn t happen often But it can if your tires do not have much tread or if the pressure in one or more is low It can happen if a lot of water is standing on the road If you can see reflections from trees telephone poles or other vehicles and raindrops dimple the water s surface there could be hydroplaning Hydroplaning usually happens at higher speeds There just isn t a hard and fast rule about hydroplaning The best advice is to slow down when it is raining Driving Through Deep Standing Water NOTICE If you drive too quickly through deep puddles or standing water water can c
72. to Use Oils recommended for your vehicle can be identified by looking for the Starburst symbol This symbol indicates that the oil has been certified by the American Petroleum Institute API Do not use any oil which does not carry this Starburst symbol If you change your own oil be sure you use oil that has the Starburst symbol on the front of the oil container If you have your oil changed for you be sure the oil put into your engine is American Petroleum Institute certified for gasoline engines You should also use the proper viscosity oil for your vehicle as shown in the following chart 6 16 yellow blue RECOMMENDED SAE VISCOSITY GRADE ENGINE OILS FOR BEST FUEL ECONOMY AND COLD STARTING SELECT THE LOWEST SAE VISCOSITY GRADE DIL FOR THE EXPECTED TEMPERATURE RANGE HOT WEATHER F COLD WEATHER 0 E ron Q FOR THIS iGASOLINEE A ENGINES fg SYMBOL b ri SAE 10 30 PREFERRED above 0 F 18 C SAE 5W 30 DO NOT USE SAE 20W 50 OR ANY OTHER GRADE OIL NOT RECOMMENDED As shown in the chart SAE 10W 30 is best for your vehicle However you can use SAE 5W 30 if it s going to be colder than 60 F 16 C before your next oil change When it s very cold you should use SAE 5W 30 These numbers on an oil container show its viscosity or thickness Do not use other viscosity oils such as SAE 20W 50 NOTICE Use only engine oil with the American Petroleum Institute Ce
73. to do If a front tire fails the flat tire will create a drag that pulls the vehicle toward that side Take your foot off the accelerator pedal and grip the steering wheel firmly Steer to maintain lane position and then gently brake to a stop well out of the traffic lane A rear blowout particularly on a curve acts much like a skid and may require the same correction you d use in a skid In any rear blowout remove your foot from the accelerator pedal Get the vehicle under control by steering the way you want the vehicle to go It may be very bumpy and noisy but you can still steer Gently brake to a stop well off the road if possible If a tire goes flat the next part shows how to use your jacking equipment to change a flat tire safely yellow blue Changing a Flat Tire If a tire goes flat avoid further tire and wheel damage by driving slowly to a level place Turn on your hazard warning flashers Changing a tire can cause an injury The vehicle can slip off the jack and roll over you or other people You and they could be badly injured Find a level place to change your tire To help prevent the vehicle from moving 1 Set the parking brake firmly 2 Put the shift lever in PARK P 3 Turn off the engine To be even more certain the vehicle won t move you can put blocks at the front and rear of the tire farthest away from the one being changed That would be the tire on the other side of the vehicle at the
74. to your dealer or qualified service center for service If the Light Is On Steady You may be able to correct the emission system malfunction by considering the following Did you recently put fuel into your vehicle If so reinstall the fuel cap making sure to fully install the cap See Filling Your Tank in the Index The diagnostic system can determine if the fuel cap has been left off or improperly installed A loose or missing fuel cap will allow fuel to evaporate into the atmosphere A few driving trips with the cap properly installed should turn the light off Did you just drive through a deep puddle of water yellow blue If so your electrical system may be wet The condition will usually be corrected when the electrical system dries out A few driving trips should turn the light off Are you low on fuel As your engine starts to run out of fuel your engine may not run as efficiently as designed since small amounts of air are sucked into the fuel line causing a misfire The system can detect this Adding fuel should correct this condition Make sure to install the fuel cap properly See Filling Your Tank in the Index It will take a few driving trips to turn the light off Have you recently changed brands of fuel If so be sure to fuel your vehicle with quality fuel see Fuel in the Index Poor fuel quality will cause your engine not to run as efficiently as designed You may notice this as stalling afte
75. up to 1 000 toward aftermarket driver or passenger adaptive equipment you may require for your vehicle hand controls wheelchair scooter lifts etc This program can also provide you with free resource information such as area driver assessment centers and mobility equipment installers The program is available for a limited period of time from the date of vehicle purchase lease See your dealer for more details or call the GM Mobility Assistance Center at 1 800 323 9935 Text telephone TTY users call 1 800 833 9935 GM of Canada also has a Mobility Program Call 1 800 GM DRIVE 463 7483 for details TTY users call 1 800 263 3830 When calling from the United States please dial 1 905 644 3063 8 5 Oldsmobile Roadside Assistance Program Features and Benefits Security While You Travel 1 800 442 OLDS 6537 As the proud owner of a new Oldsmobile vehicle you are automatically enrolled in the Oldsmobile Roadside Assistance program This value added service is intended to provide you with peace of mind as you drive in the city or travel the open road 8 6 yellow blue Oldsmobile s Roadside Assistance toll free number is staffed by courteous and capable Roadside Assistance Representatives who are available 24 hours a day 365 days a year We will provide the following services during the Bumper to Bumper warranty period at no expense to you Fuel delivery Lock out service identification required
76. 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 Paying attention to your warning lights and gages could also save you or others from injury Warning lights come on when there may be or is a problem with one of your vehicle s functions As you will see in the details on the next few pages some warning lights come on briefly when you start the engine just to let you know they re working If you are familiar with this section you should not be alarmed when this happens Gages can indicate when there may be or is a problem with one of your vehicle s functions Often gages and warning lights work together to let you know when there s a problem with your vehicle When one of the warning lights comes on and stays on when you are driving or when one of the gages shows there may be a problem check the section that tells you what to do about it Please follow this manual s advice Waiting to do repairs can be costly and even dangerous So please get to know your warning lights and gages They re a big help yellow blue Safety Belt Reminder Light When the key is turned to ON a chime will come on for about eight seconds to remind people to fasten their safety belts unless the driver s safety belt is already buckled The safety belt light will also come on and stay on for about 20 seconds then it will flash for about 55
77. you may reengage the cruise control See Cruise Control in the Index The Enhanced Traction System operates in all transaxle shift lever positions But the system can upshift the transaxle only as high as the shift lever position you ve chosen so you should use the lower gears only when necessary See Automatic Transaxle in the Index When the system is on this warning light will come on to let you know if there s a problem TRAC OFF See Enhanced Traction System Warning Light in the Index When this warning light is on the system will not limit wheel spin Adjust your driving accordingly To limit wheel spin especially in slippery road conditions you should always leave the Enhanced Traction System on But you can turn the system off if you ever need to You should turn the system off if your vehicle ever gets stuck in sand mud ice or snow See Rocking Your Vehicle in the Index yellow blue To turn the system on or off press the TRACTION CONTROL button on the console Your Enhanced Traction System is automatically activated when you turn the ignition on This switch will activate deactivate the Enhanced Traction System If you need to disable the system such as when you are stuck and are rocking your vehicle back and forth push this switch See Stuck In Sand Mud or Snow in the Index Braking in Emergencies With anti lock you can steer and brake at the same time In many emergencie
78. your dealer for service Servicing Your Air Bag Equipped Vehicle Air bags affect how your vehicle should be serviced There are parts of the air bag system in several places around your vehicle You don t want the system to inflate while someone is working on your vehicle Your dealer and the Intrigue Service Manual have information about servicing your vehicle and the air bag system To purchase a service manual see Service and Owner Publications in the Index 1 25 For up to 10 minutes after the ignition key is turned off and the battery is disconnected an air bag can still inflate during improper service You can be injured if you are close to an air bag when it inflates Avoid yellow connectors They are probably part of the air bag system Be sure to follow proper service procedures and make sure the person performing work for you is qualified to do so The air bag system does not need regular maintenance 1 26 yellow blue Rear Seat Passengers It s very important for rear seat passengers to buckle up Accident statistics show that unbelted people in the rear seat are hurt more often in crashes than those who are wearing safety belts Rear passengers who aren t safety belted can be thrown out of the vehicle in a crash And they can strike others in the vehicle who are wearing safety belts Rear Seat Outside Passenger Positions an e 92 Lap Shoulder Belt The positions next to the windows ha
79. your vehicle has been driven in either miles used in the United States or in kilometers used in Canada Your vehicle has a tamper resistant odometer If your odometer fails and needs to be replaced the entire cluster needs to be replaced Take your vehicle to the dealer to have this done The dealer will have the new cluster odometer set to the mileage of the old odometer cluster if at all possible But if it can t then it s set at zero and a label must be put on the driver s door to show the old mileage reading when the new odometer was installed yellow blue Season Trip Mode Press this button to display the total vehicle mileage season mode It is also pressed to display the trip mileage trip mode The mode switch is located on the left side of the instrument panel next to the TRIP RESET button for the trip odometer 2 51 yellow blue Trip Odometer Tachometer Your trip odometer trip mode tells you how far you The tachometer displays the engine speed in thousands have driven since you last reset it To set it to zero press of revolutions per minute rpm and hold the TRIP RESET button on the left side of the instrument panel for two to three seconds NOTICE Do not operate the engine with the tachometer in the red area or engine damage may occur 2 52 Warning Lights Gages and Indicators This part describes the warning lights and gages that may be on your vehicle The pictures will help
80. 0 000 miles 240 000 km should be performed at the same interval after 150 000 miles 240 000 km See Owner Checks and Services and Periodic Maintenance Inspections following Footnotes T The U S Environmental Protection Agency or the California Air Resources Board has determined that the failure to perform this maintenance item will not nullify the emission warranty or limit recall liability prior to the completion of the vehicle s useful life We however urge that all recommended maintenance services be performed at the indicated intervals and the maintenance be recorded yellow blue Your vehicle has an Engine Oil Life Monitor This monitor will show you when to change the engine oil and filter usually between 3 000 miles 5 000 km and 7 500 miles 12 500 km since your last oil change Under severe conditions the indicator may come on before 3 000 miles 5 000 km Never drive your vehicle more than 7 500 miles 12 500 km or 12 months without an oil and filter change The system won t detect dust in the oil So if you drive in a dusty area be sure to change your oil and filter every 3 000 miles 5 000 km or sooner if the CHANGE OIL light comes on Remember to reset the Oil Life Monitor whenever the oil is changed For more information see Change Oil light in the Index A good time to check your brakes is during tire rotation See Brake System Inspection under Periodic Maintenance Inspections
81. 0 10 percent after three to six drinks in one hour Of course as we ve seen it depends on how much alcohol is in the drinks and how quickly the person drinks them But the ability to drive is affected well below a BAC of 0 10 percent Research shows that the driving skills of many people are impaired at a BAC approaching 0 05 percent and that the effects are worse at night All drivers are impaired at BAC levels above 0 05 percent Statistics show that the chance of being in a collision increases sharply for drivers who have a BAC of 0 05 percent or above A driver with a BAC level of 0 06 percent has doubled his or her chance of having a collision At a BAC level of 0 10 percent the chance of this driver having a collision is 12 times greater at a level of 0 15 percent the chance is 25 times greater The body takes about an hour to rid itself of the alcohol in one drink No amount of coffee or number of cold showers will speed that up Ill be careful isn t the right answer What if there s an emergency a need to take sudden action as when a child darts into the street A person with even a moderate BAC might not be able to react quickly enough to avoid the collision There s something else about drinking and driving that many people don t know Medical research shows that alcohol in a person s system can make crash injuries worse especially injuries to the brain spinal cord or heart This means that when anyone who has b
82. 000 2 59 Service Publications 00 0000 eee eee ee 8 11 Service Vehicle Soon Light 000 2 65 Servicing Your Air Bag Equipped Vehicle 1 25 Sheet Metal Damage 0 00005 6 59 Shifting Automatic Transaxle 0 0 0 0 0200s 2 21 Into PARK B is tine epics ee eat a oa 2 25 Out of PARK P eee cece ee eee 2 27 Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster 1 13 Signaling Turns 1 0 2 0 ce eee eee eee 2 32 Skidding essere ree nites e UE RO Ghee Gre 4 16 Sound Equipment Adding 0 00 3 27 Spare Tire Compact cee rectis 5 36 Specifications and Capacities 0000 6 70 Specifications Engine 0 00 eee eee 6 70 Speech Impaired Customer Assistance 8 4 Sp edormetef ei eret teg i recte e ee tera 2 51 Split Folding Rear Seat 00 0 00 00000 1 5 SRS nQonpewesc9aepPRESG REDE Weg qoe aree sate bane 1 19 Stains Cleaning 00 0 00 eee eee eee 6 55 Starter Switch Check 0 0 0 0 ccc ee eee eee 7 16 9 10 yellow blue Starting Your Engine 66 666666666666666 660000000 2 17 DCAM o dee epe ER winded Gude eats oda ER EE 5 10 SIeGLIB esi ncc eR e eb eee CR 4 12 Audio Wheel Controls 0 00 0 ee ee eee 3 26 In Emergencies ucl oo ree epe ees 4 13
83. 1 9 Ibs 0 85 kg Engine Crankcase Oil and Filter Change 3800 V6 1 eee eee eee 4 5 quarts 4 3 L 3 5L V6 Xe eee Rs 6 0 quarts 5 7 L Fuel Tank 17 75 gallons 67 2 L See Air Conditioning Refrigerants later in this section 6 70 yellow blue NOTE All capacities are approximate When adding be sure to fill to the appropriate level as recommended in this manual Recheck fluid level after filling 3 5L V6 Engine Specifications TYPE enh us 6 winks bis kare cee arse tend cave se V6 Displacement 212 cubic inches Compression Ratio 205 9 3 1 Firing Order 2 ce ea cae 1 2 3 4 5 6 Thermostat Temperature 180 F 82 C Horsepower eee eee 215 3800 V6 Engine Specifications Type ioter e rhe cie et b V6 Displacement 231 cubic inches Compression Ratio 205 9 4 1 Firing Order 04 1 6 5 4 3 2 Thermostat Temperature 195 F 91 C HorsepOWer ikke RED ee ea ae 195 Air Conditioning Refrigerants Not all air conditioning refrigerants are the same If the air conditioning system in your vehicle needs refrigerant be sure the proper refrigerant is used If you re not sure ask your dealer Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts Air Cleaner Filter 3800 V6 olLoenCREERDE RR Rei A1208C 3 9 IE VO oet ette sed ote eR AC1096C Passenger Co
84. 3 in the Washington D C area or write to NHTSA U S Department of Transportation Washington D C 20590 You can also obtain other information about motor vehicle safety from the hotline 8 10 yellow blue REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS TO THE CANADIAN GOVERNMENT If you live in Canada and you believe that your vehicle has a safety defect you should immediately notify Transport Canada in addition to notifying General Motors of Canada Limited You may write to Transport Canada 330 Sparks Street Tower C Ottawa Ontario K1A ON5 REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS TO GENERAL MOTORS In addition to notifying NHTSA or Transport Canada in a situation like this we certainly hope you ll notify us Please call us at 1 800 442 6537 or write Oldsmobile Customer Assistance Network 16 E Judson Street P O Box 436006 Pontiac MI 48343 6006 In Canada please call us at 1 800 263 3777 English or 1 800 263 7854 French Or write General Motors of Canada Limited Customer Communication Centre 163 005 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa Ontario L1H 8P7 yellow blue Ordering Service and Owner Publications in Canada Service manuals owner s manuals and other service literature are available for purchase for all current and past model General Motors vehicles The toll free telephone number for ordering information in Canada is 1 800 668 5539 8 11 yellow blue 1999 OLDSMOBILE SERVICE PUBLICATIONS ORDERING INFORMATION
85. 6 38 Taill mp i e eR RRetRRRSRRECEEREE REIS 6 44 Canada Ordering Service and Owner Publications 8 12 Canadian Roadside Assistance 00000 8 7 Capacities and Specifications 000 6 70 Carbon Monoxide 2 13 2 28 4 31 Cassette Deck Service eee 7 4 Cassette Tape Player 0 606666666666666 660002 3 10 3 14 Cafe oasis ars nity c hm eX RI RE RERO REIP DES 3 28 BIfOLS 12 ved ar Re RI ERO eee EROS 3 12 3 17 Center High Mounted Stoplamp Bulb Replacement 6 3 9 2 yellow blue Center Passenger Position 00005 1 32 Certification Tire Label llsslsse eese 4 33 Chains Safety 2 0 00 0 eee eee eee eee 4 38 Chains Vite 21xadgec xsv oben ea RU EE EE Rad 6 53 Change Oll Light ikea Ert eres e RES 2 63 Changing a Flat Tire eee 5 25 Charging System si cere weenie dears ewe eA 2 54 Checking Your Restraint Systems 1 51 Chemical Paint Spotting 00 0 6 60 Child Restraints 2r acrem rese donee e 1 36 Add On ee RE hw LEER EE 1 36 Securing in a Rear Outside Seat Position 1 42 Securing in the Center Rear Seat Position 1 44 Securing in the Right Front Seat Position 1 46 Top Sap ee mh deeded gages E ERR Re 1 41 WEE tO Put e enacted eame e ans 1 40 Ci
86. 8 yellow blue Bulb Replacement For the proper type of replacement bulb see Replacement Bulbs in the Index Halogen Bulbs Halogen bulbs have pressurized gas inside and can burst if you drop or scratch the bulb You or others could be injured Be sure to read and follow the instructions on the bulb package Headlamps To replace your headlamps follow these steps 1 Open the hood yellow 2 Pull straight up on the two headlamp retainers to 3 Slide the lamp forward release the assembly locator tabs and take the retainers off At the same time hold the headlamp assembly in position by applying a little pressure against the headlamp lens This prevents the lamp from falling out yellow 4 Remove the rubber access cover from behind the 6 Replace the bulb bulb you are replacing 7 Reverse all steps and reassemble the headlamp 5 Twist and turn the bulb socket counterclockwise and assembly then check the lamps remove it from the lamp Headlamp Aiming Your vehicle has a headlamp system equipped with horizontal and vertical aim indicators The aim has been pre set at the factory and should need no further adjustment This is true even though your vertical and horizontal aim indicators may not fall exactly on the 0 zero marks on their scales If your vehicle is damaged in an accident the headlamp aim may be affected Aim adjustment may be necessary if it is difficult to see lane markers f
87. Auxiliary Power Cigarette Lighter Power Drop Vanity Mirrors Instrument Panel Courtesy Lamps Instrument Panel Compartment Lamps Trunk Courtesy Lamp Header Courtesy and Reading Lamps I S Lighted Rearview Mirror Cartridge Disk Changer High Blower Relay Hazard Switch 6 65 Fuse STOP LAMPS DOOR LOCKS POWER MIRRORS RED STRG WHL ILLUM FRT PRK LPS FOG LAMPS TAIL LAMPS LIC LAMPS 6 66 Description Stoplamps Switch Door Lock Relays Internal to Body Control Module and External Driver Door Lock Relay Left hand and Right hand Power Mirrors Steering Wheel Radio Switch Illumination PARK LPS Front Parking Lamps Sidemarker Lamps Fog Lamps Taillamps License Lamps Rear Sidemarker Lamps Rear Sidemarker Lamps Fuse PANEL DIMMING WIPER POWER DROP RADIO CRUISE Circuit Breaker PWR WINDOWS PWR SUNROOF REAR DEFOG POWER SEATS yellow blue Description Dimmable Instrument Panel Lamps Wiper Switch Power Drop Radio Steering Wheel Radio Controls Cruise Control Switches Description Power Windows Power Sunroof Rear Defog Power Seats Fuel Door Relay Underhood Electrical Center Passenger s Side Some fuses are in the underhood electrical center on the passenger s side of the engine compartment To see the fuses take the cover off 1 Remove the remote positive terminal cap 2 Unscrew the knob on the front of the fuse cover counterclockwise 3
88. Care of Your Compact Discs Care of Your Compact Disc Player Backglass Antenna Setting the Clock AM FM Stereo with Cassette Tape Player and Automatic Tone Control 3 14 AM FM Stereo with Cassette Tape and Compact Disc Player with Automatic Tone Control If Equipped rre n rr Arr red c0 e Comfort Controls Air Conditioning with Electronic Controls With this system you can control the heating cooling and ventilation in your vehicle The system works best if you keep your windows closed while using it Fan Knob The left knob selects the force of air you want To turn the fan off turn the knob to OFF The fan must be on to run the air conditioning compressor If the airflow seems very low when the fan knob is turned to the highest setting regardless of the mode setting your passenger compartment air filter 1f equipped may need to be replaced See Maintenance Schedule and Passenger Compartment Air Filter in the Index 3 2 yellow blue Temperature Knob The right knob changes the temperature of the air coming through the system Turn this knob clockwise toward red for warmer air Turn it counterclockwise toward blue for cooler air Mode Push Buttons The upper row of push buttons control the direction of airflow For each setting set the temperature to a comfortable setting Each button has an indicator
89. Control Service Change automatic transaxle fluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions n heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90 F 32 C or higher Inhilly or mountainous terrain When doing frequent trailer towing Uses such as found in taxi police or delivery service If you haven t used your vehicle under severe service conditions listed previously and therefore haven t changed your automatic transaxle fluid change both the fluid and filter 7 12 Check Oil Life Monitor If engine oil and filter are changed reset monitor yellow blue DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY yellow blue Scheduled Maintenance 150 000 Miles 240 000 km Drain flush and refill cooling system or every 60 months since last service whichever occurs first See Engine Coolant in the Index for what to use MILEAGE 1 Inspect hoses Clean radiator condenser pressure cap and neck bo Pressure test the cooling system and pressure cap An Emission Control Service 7 13 Part B Owner Checks and Services Listed in this part are owner checks and services which should be performed at the intervals specified to help ensure the safety dependability and emission control performance of your vehicle Be sure any necessary re
90. Have any torn or frayed safety belts replaced Also look for any opened or broken air bag coverings and have them repaired or replaced The air bag system does not need regular maintenance Wiper Blade Check Inspect wiper blades for wear or cracking Replace blade inserts that appear worn or damaged or that streak or miss areas of the windshield Also see Wiper Blades Cleaning in the Index Weatherstrip Lubrication Silicone grease on weatherstrips will make them last longer seal better and not stick or squeak Apply silicone grease with a clean cloth During very cold damp weather more frequent application may be required See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants in the Index yellow blue Automatic Transaxle Check Check the transaxle fluid level add if needed See Automatic Transaxle Fluid in the Index A fluid loss may indicate a problem Check the system and repair if needed At Least Once a Year Key Lock Cylinders Service Lubricate the key lock cylinders with the lubricant specified in Part D Body Lubrication Service Lubricate all key lock cylinders hood latch assembly secondary latch pivots spring anchor and release pawl and hood and door hinges including those for the rear compartment glove box door console door and any folding seat hardware Part D tells you what to use More frequent lubrication may be required when exposed to a corrosive environment 7 15 yellow blue Starter S
91. K P 2 26 Ff Torque Lock If you are parking on a hill and you don t shift your transaxle into PARK P properly the weight of the vehicle may put too much force on the parking pawl in the transaxle You may find it difficult to pull the shift lever out of PARK P This is called torque lock To prevent torque lock set the parking brake and then shift into PARK P properly before you leave the driver s seat To find out how see Shifting Into PARK P in the Index When you are ready to drive move the shift lever out of PARK P before you release the parking brake If torque lock does occur you may need to have another vehicle push yours a little uphill to take some of the pressure from the parking pawl in the transaxle so you can pull the shift lever out of PARK P yellow blue Shifting Out of Park P Your vehicle has a Brake Transaxle Shift Interlock BTSD You must fully apply your regular brakes before you can shift from PARK P when the ignition is in ON See Automatic Transaxle Operation in the Index If you cannot shift out of PARK P ease pressure on the shift lever by pushing it all the way into PARK P while keeping the brake pedal pushed down Release the shift lever button as you maintain brake application Then move the shift lever out of PARK P into the gear that you wish If you ever hold the brake pedal down but still can t shift out of PARK P try this 1 Turn the key to ACC
92. OTICE Shifting to REVERSE R while your vehicle is moving forward could damage your transaxle Shift to REVERSE R only after your vehicle is stopped To rock your vehicle back and forth to get out of snow ice or sand without damaging your transaxle see Stuck In Sand Mud Ice or Snow in the Index NEUTRAL N In this position your engine doesn t connect with the wheels To restart when you re already moving use NEUTRAL N only Also use NEUTRAL N when your vehicle is being towed 2 22 yellow blue Shifting out of PARK P or NEUTRAL N while your engine is racing running at high speed is dangerous Unless your foot is firmly on the brake pedal your vehicle could move very rapidly You could lose control and hit people or objects Don t shift out of PARK P or NEUTRAL N while your engine is racing NOTICE Damage to your transaxle caused by shifting out of PARK P or NEUTRAL N with the engine racing isn t covered by your warranty DRIVE D This position is for normal driving If you need more power for passing and you re Going less than 35 mph 55 km h push your accelerator pedal about halfway down Going about 35 mph 55 km h or more push the accelerator pedal all the way down You ll shift down to the next gear and have more power NOTICE If your vehicle seems to start up rather slowly or if it seems not to shift gears as you go faster something may b
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94. Prevention is a standard feature intended to provide enhanced security and convenience This feature prevents a driver who has left the key in the ignition from locking the doors using the power door lock switch while any door is open To override this feature when the key is in the ignition and a door is open hold the power door lock switch for more than three seconds This feature cannot guarantee that you will never be locked out of your vehicle If you don t leave the key in the ignition or if you use the manual door lock you could still lock your keys inside your vehicle Always remember to take your keys with you Keyless Entry System If Equipped If your vehicle is equipped you can lock and unlock your doors or unlock your trunk from about 3 feet 1 m up to 30 feet 9 m away using the remote keyless entry transmitter supplied with your vehicle Your keyless entry system operates on a radio frequency subject to Federal Communications Commission FCC Rules and with Industry Canada This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 this device may not cause harmful interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation yellow blue This device complies with RSS 210 of Industry Canada Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 this device may not cause interfere
95. See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 50 000 Miles 83 000 km Change automatic transaxle fluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions n heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90 F 32 C or higher Inhilly or mountainous terrain When doing frequent trailer towing Uses such as found in taxi police or delivery service If you do not use your vehicle under any of these conditions change the fluid and filter at 100 000 miles 166 000 km 7 8 yellow blue DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY yellow blue Scheduled Maintenance 52 500 Miles 87 500 km Check Oil Life Monitor If engine oil and filter are changed reset monitor See Engine Oil in the Index MILEAGE An Emission Control Service See footnote bo Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 60 000 Miles 100 000 km Check Oil Life Monitor If engine oil and filter are changed reset monitor See Engine Oil in the Index MILEAGE SERVIC 1 An Emission Control Service See footnote bo If Equipped Replace passenger compartment air filter Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotatio
96. Stereo with Cassette Tape and Compact Disc Player with Automatic Tone Control If Equipped If your vehicle is equipped with the Bose AM FM Stereo with Cassette Tape and Compact Disc Player not shown automatic tone control is not available Your radio will have a MUTE button rather than a TONE button 3 14 yellow blue Playing the Radio PWR VOL Press this knob to turn the system on and off To increase volume turn the knob clockwise Turn it counterclockwise to decrease volume RCL Press this button briefly to recall the station being played or to display the clock To change what is normally shown on the display station or time press the RCL button until you see the display you want then hold the RCL button until the display flashes If you press the button when the ignition is off the clock will show for a few seconds MUTE Press this button to silence the system Press it again to turn on the sound This button is available on the Bose radio only Finding a Station AM FM Press this button to switch between AM FM1 and FM2 The display shows your selection TUNE Press this knob lightly so it extends Turn it to choose radio stations Push the knob back into its stored position when you re not using it SEEK Press the up or down arrow to go to the next higher or lower station and stay there The sound will mute while seeking SCAN Press this button and release it to listen to stations for a few
97. To signal a lane change just raise or lower the lever until the arrow starts to flash Hold it there until you complete your lane change The lever will return by itself when you release it As you signal a turn or lane change if the arrow flashes faster than normal a signal bulb may be burned out and other drivers won t see your turn signal If a bulb is burned out replace it to help avoid an accident If the arrows don t go on at all when you signal a turn check for burned out bulbs and then check the fuse see Fuses and Circuit Breakers in the Index 2 32 yellow blue A chime will sound if you leave your turn signal on for more than 3 4 mile 1 2 km Headlamp High Low Beam Changer To change your headlamps from low beam to high beam push the lever away from you To change back to low beam pull the lever toward you To flash your high beams pull the lever toward you and release The lever will return to the low beam position Flash to Pass With the lever in the low beam position pull the lever toward you momentarily to switch to high beams to signal you are going to pass If you have the headlamps on they will return to low beams when you release the lever Windshield Wipers You can control the windshield wipers by moving the lever with the wiper symbol on it up or down This lever is located on the right side of the steering wheel For a single wiping cycle pull down on the band to MIST Hold i
98. V6 Engine A Coolant Recovery Tank B Electric Engine Cooling Fans C Radiator Pressure Cap blue An electric engine cooling fan under the hood can start up even when the engine is not running and can injure you Keep hands clothing and tools away from any underhood electric fan If the coolant inside the coolant recovery tank is boiling don t do anything else until it cools down 3 5L V6 Engine The coolant level should be at or above the COLD mark on the overflow hose in the coolant recovery reservoir for the 3800 engine To check the coolant level remove the cap on the coolant recovery tank Make sure to check that the coolant level is up to the COLD fill level on the hose attached to the cap For the 3 5L engine the coolant level should be at or above the FULL COLD mark on the coolant surge tank If it isn t you may have a leak in the radiator hoses heater hoses radiator water pump or somewhere else in the cooling system 3800 V6 Engine 5 13 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 If you run the engine it could lose all coolant That could cause an engine fire and you could be burned Get any leak fixed before you drive the vehicle NOTICE Engine damage from running your engine without coolant isn t covered by your warranty See Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode in the
99. ace other parts Your vehicle is equipped with a crash sensing and diagnostic module which records information about the air bag system The module records information about the readiness of the system when the sensors are activated and driver s safety belt usage at deployment Let only qualified technicians work on your air bag system Improper service can mean that your air bag system won t work properly See your dealer for service NOTICE If you damage the covering for the driver s or the right front passenger s air bag the bag may not work properly You may have to replace the air bag module in the steering wheel or both the air bag module and the instrument panel for the right front passenger s air bag Do not open or break the air bag coverings yellow blue If your vehicle ever gets into a lot of water such as water up to the carpeting or higher or if water enters your vehicle and soaks the carpet the air bag controller can be soaked and ruined If this ever happens and then you start your vehicle the damage could make the air bags inflate even if there s no crash You would have to replace the air bags as well as the sensors and related parts If your vehicle is ever in a flood or if it s exposed to water that soaks the carpet you can avoid needless repair costs by turning off the vehicle immediately and disconnecting the battery cables Don t let anyone start the vehicle under any circumstances See
100. aged and should not be used in the player Try a new tape to make sure your player is working properly E11 The tape is broken Try a new tape E14 Wrapped tape Try a new tape If any error occurs repeatedly or if an error can t be corrected please contact your dealer If your radio displays an error number write it down and provide it to your dealer when reporting the problem REV 1 Press this button to reverse the tape rapidly Press it again to return to playing speed The radio will play the last selected station while the tape reverses You may select stations during REV operation by using TUNE FWD 2 Press this button to advance quickly to another part of the tape Press the button again to return to playing speed The radio will play the last selected station while the tape advances You may select stations during FWD operation by using TUNE PROG 3 Press this button to play the other side of the tape IC 4 Press this button to reduce background noise Note that the double D symbol will appear on the display Dolby Noise Reduction is manufactured under a license from Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation Dolby and the double D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation TONE Press this button to select a tone while playing a cassette The tone that you set will be activated each time you play a cassette tape SEEK Press the up or down arrow to search for the next or p
101. aight so it can work properly or ask your dealer to fix it y DEVE a A The belt is twisted across the body 1 17 To unlatch the belt just push the button on the buckle The belt should go back out of the way Before you close the door be sure the belt is out of the way If you slam the door on it you can damage both the belt and your vehicle 1 18 blue 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 A pregnant woman should wear a lap shoulder belt and the lap portion should be worn as low as possible below the rounding throughout the pregnancy The best way to protect the fetus is to protect the mother When a safety belt is worn properly it s more likely that the fetus won t be hurt in a crash For pregnant women as for anyone the key to making safety belts effective is wearing them properly Right Front Passenger Position To learn how to wear the right front passenger s safety belt properly see Driver Position earlier in this section The right front passenger s safety belt works the same way as the driver s safety belt except for one thing If you ever pull the shoulder portion of the belt out all the way you will engage the child restraint locking feature If this happens just let the belt go back all the way and start again Supple
102. aints oser ces ogee deed bs eR Reb 1 5 Headlamps 2 24 eure teacups epp 2 37 AMINE ords eg wet re PX ER EDI E 6 41 Bulb Replacement esses 6 38 High Low Beam Changer esse 2 32 WINS end piede e owes 6 3 Hearing Impaired Customer Assistance 8 4 Heated Outside Mirrors 0 000000 000 005 2 44 Heati Bessa iru detec asaya aise dens areyebe eiit diu eme 3 7 High Beam Headlamps 00005 2 32 Highway Hypnosis 000 eee eee ee eee 4 24 Hill and Mountain Roads 0 0000 4 25 Hitches ee 4 7 Hood Checking Things Under sessseeesss 6 9 Release 11 cites caretes 6 0 Horn Full Floating 6 6666 606666666666666 666000 2 0 How to Reset the Change Oil Light 6 18 Hydroplaning 2 Re e RE estiti 4 20 Tenition 128051001187 scsi hook aetaka nates 2 16 Ignition Transaxle Lock Check 7 17 Illuminated Entry sse 2 39 Illumination on Door Handle Activation 2 40 Inflation Tite sesers s cort rette Pause e URS 6 46 Inside Day Night Rearview Mirror 2 41 Inspections Brake System ssid cad p E 7 18 Engine Cooling System 0 000 7
103. ake pads are worn and new pads are needed The sound may come and go or be heard all the time your vehicle is moving except when you are pushing on the brake pedal firmly 6 36 yellow blue The brake wear warning sound means that soon your brakes won t work well That could lead to an accident When you hear the brake wear warning sound have your vehicle serviced NOTICE Continuing to drive with worn out brake pads could result in costly brake repair Some driving conditions or climates may cause a brake squeal when the brakes are first applied or lightly applied This does not mean something is wrong with your brakes Properly torqued wheel nuts are necessary to help prevent brake pulsation When tires are rotated inspect brake pads for wear and evenly torque wheel nuts in the proper sequence to GM specifications Brake linings should always be replaced as complete axle sets See Brake System Inspection in Section 7 of this manual under Part C Periodic Maintenance Inspections Brake Pedal Travel See your dealer if the brake pedal does not return to normal height or if there is a rapid increase in pedal travel This could be a sign of brake trouble Brake Adjustment Every time you apply the brakes with or without the vehicle moving your brakes adjust for wear Replacing Brake System Parts The braking system on a vehicle is complex Its many parts have to be of top quality and work well togethe
104. anced electronic braking system that will help prevent a braking skid When you start your engine or when you begin to drive away your anti lock brake system will check itself You may hear a momentary motor or clicking noise while this test is going on and you may even notice that your brake pedal moves or pulses a little This is normal If there s a problem with the anti lock brake system this warning light will stay on See Anti Lock Brake System Warning Light in the Index ANTI LOCK yellow 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 Suddenly an animal jumps out in front of you You slam on the brakes Here s what happens with ABS A computer senses that wheels are slowing down If one You can steer around the obstacle while braking hard of the wheels is about to stop rolling the computer will separately work the brakes at each front wheel and at both rear wheels As you brake your computer keeps receiving updates on wheel speed and controls braking pressure accordingly Remember Anti lock doesn t change the time you need to get your foot up to the brake pedal or always decrease stopping distance If you get too close to the vehicle in front of you you won t have time to apply your brakes if that vehicle
105. and to the left To move the trailer to the right move your hand to the right Always back up slowly and if possible have someone guide you Making Turns NOTICE Making very sharp turns while trailering could cause the trailer to come in contact with the vehicle Your vehicle could be damaged Avoid making very sharp turns while trailering When you re turning with a trailer make wider turns than normal Do this so your trailer won t strike soft shoulders curbs road signs trees or other objects Avoid jerky or sudden maneuvers Signal well in advance yellow blue Turn Signals When Towing a Trailer When you tow a trailer your vehicle may need a different turn signal flasher and or extra wiring Check with your dealer The arrows on your instrument panel will flash whenever you signal a turn or lane change Properly hooked up the trailer lamps will also flash telling other drivers you re about to turn change lanes or stop 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 are seeing your signal when they are not It s important to check occasionally to be sure the trailer bulbs are still working 4 39 Driving On Grades Reduce speed and shift to a lower gear before you start down a long or steep downgrade If you don t shift down you might have to use your brakes so much that they would ge
106. ap and must be tightly installed to prevent coolant loss and possible engine damage from overheating When qon replace your radiator pressure cap an AC Delco cap is recommended Thermostat Engine coolant temperature is controlled by a thermostat in the engine coolant system The thermostat stops the flow of coolant through the radiator until the coolant reaches a preset temperature When you replace your thermostat an AC Delco thermostat is recommended 6 26 yellow blue Engine Coolant The cooling system in your vehicle is filled with DEX COOL engine coolant This coolant is designed to remain in your vehicle for 5 years or 150 000 miles 240 000 km whichever occurs first if you add only DEX COOL extended life coolant The following explains your cooling system and how to add coolant when it is low If you have a problem with engine overheating or if you need to add coolant to your radiator see Engine Overheating in the Index A 50 50 mixture of clean drinkable water and DEX COOL coolant will Give freezing protection down to 34 F 37 C Give boiling protection up to 265 F 129 C Protect against rust and corrosion Help keep the proper engine temperature Let the warning lights and gages work as they should NOTICE When adding coolant it is important that you use only DEX COOL silicate free coolant If coolant other than DEX COOL is added to the system premature engine heate
107. balances the sound between the speakers Push the knob back into its stored position when you re not using it Playing a Cassette Tape Your tape player is built to work best with tapes that are up to 30 to 45 minutes long on each side Tapes longer than that are so thin they may not work well in this player The longer side with the tape visible should face to the right If the ignition is on but the radio is off the tape can be inserted and will begin playing If you hear nothing but a garbled sound the tape may not be in squarely Press EJECT to remove the tape and start over 3 12 yellow blue While the tape is playing use the VOL FADE BAL TREB BASS TONE SEEK and SCAN controls just as you do for the radio Other controls may have different functions when a tape is inserted The display will show TP with a box around it and an arrow to show which side of the tape is playing Your tape bias is set automatically When a metal or chrome tape is inserted HI BIAS appears on the display If you want to insert a tape when the ignition is off first press EJECT or RCL If E and a number appear on the radio display the tape won t play because of an error E10 The tape is tight and the player can t turn the tape hubs Remove the tape Hold the tape with the open end down and try to turn the right hub counterclockwise with a pencil Turn the tape over and repeat If the hubs do not turn easily your tape may be dam
108. blem If it stays on or comes on when you re driving there may be a problem with your traction control system and your vehicle may need service When this warning light is on the system will not limit wheel spin Adjust your driving accordingly 2 56 yellow blue The traction control system warning light may come on for the following reasons If you turn the system off by pressing the TRACTION CONTROL button located on the console the warning light will come on and stay on To turn the system back on press the TRACTION CONTROL button again The warning light should go off See Traction Control System in the Index for more information Ifthere s a brake system problem that is specifically related to traction control the traction control system will turn off and the warning light will come on If your brakes begin to overheat the traction control system will turn off and the warning light will come on until your brakes cool down If the traction control system is affected by an engine related problem the system will turn off and the warning light will come on If the traction control system warning light comes on and stays on for an extended period of time when the system is turned on your vehicle needs service yellow blue Enhanced Traction System Warning Light The warning light will come on when you set your 3800 V6 Engine parking brake with the engine running and it will stay on if your parking
109. but sunny days the sun may warm your upper body but your lower body may not be warm enough You can use BI LEV with the A C button pushed in The system will bring in outside air and direct it to your upper body while sending slightly warmed air to your lower body You may notice this temperature difference more at some times than others yellow blue Heating On cold days use LOWER The system will bring in outside air heat it and send it to the floor ducts If your vehicle has an engine coolant heater you can use it to help your system provide warm air faster when it s cold outside 0 F 18 C or lower An engine coolant heater warms the coolant your engine and heating system use to provide heat See Engine Coolant Heater in the Index Ventilation For mild outside temperatures when little heating or cooling is needed use UPPER to direct outside air through your vehicle Your vehicle also has the flow through ventilation system described later in this section Defogging and Defrosting Your system has two settings for clearing the front and side windows To defrost the windows quickly use your front DEFOG button To warm passengers while keeping the windows clean use DEFOG by pressing the MODE button Rear Window Defogger The rear window defogger uses a warming grid to remove fog from the rear window Press the button to turn the defogger on It will turn itself off after about 10 minutes If you turn
110. c and track number will be displayed The disc numbers are listed on the front of the magazine For your convenience a storage cavity for a spare magazine or CDs is located below the CD changer To retain stored items the attached elastic cord may be pulled downward and secured along the bottom edge of the opening near the center Compact Disc Errors If E and a number appear on the display an error has occurred and the compact disc temporarily cannot play The CD changer will send an error message to the receiver to indicate E30 Disc Label Side Up E34 CD Changer Door Open 3 21 If the error occurred while trying to play a CD in the compact disc player or changer the following conditions may have caused the error The road is too rough The disc should play when the road is smoother The disc is dirty scratched or wet The disc is label side up If so load the disc label side down The air is very humid If so wait about an hour and try again The CD changer door is open Completely close the door to restore normal operation Anempty magazine is inserted in the CD changer Try the magazine again with a disc loaded on one of the trays If any error occurs repeatedly or if an error cannot be corrected please contact your dealer If your radio displays an error number write it down and provide it to your dealer when reporting the problem 3 22 yellow blue Playing a Compact Disc
111. cator Lamp Service Engine Soon Light Your vehicle is equipped with a computer which SERVICE monitors operation of the EN G INE fuel ignition and emission control systems SOON y This system is called OBD II On Board Diagnostics Second Generation and is intended to assure that emissions are at acceptable levels for the life of the vehicle helping to produce a cleaner environment The SERVICE ENGINE SOON light comes on and a chime will sound to indicate that there is a problem and service is required Malfunctions often will be indicated by the system before any problem is apparent This may prevent more serious damage to your vehicle This system is also designed to assist your service technician in correctly diagnosing any malfunction 2 59 NOTICE If you keep driving your vehicle with this light on after a while your emission controls may not work as well your fuel economy may not be as good and your engine may not run as smoothly This could lead to costly repairs that may not be covered by your warranty NOTICE Modifications made to the engine transaxle exhaust or fuel system of your vehicle or the replacement of the original tires with other than those of the same Tire Performance Criteria TPC can affect your vehicle s emission controls and may cause the SERVICE ENGINE SOON light to come on Modifications to these systems could lead to costly repairs not covered by your warranty This may also result i
112. ce If you miss your exit do not under any circumstances stop and back up Drive on to the next exit yellow blue The exit ramp can be curved sometimes quite sharply The exit speed is usually posted Reduce your speed according to your speedometer not to your sense of motion After driving for any distance at higher speeds you may tend to think you are going slower than you actually are Before Leaving on a Long Trip Make sure you re ready Try to be well rested If you must start when you re not fresh such as after a day s work don t plan to make too many miles that first part of the journey Wear comfortable clothing and shoes you can easily drive in Is your vehicle ready for a long trip If you keep it serviced and maintained it s ready to go If it needs service have it done before starting out Of course you ll find experienced and able service experts in Oldsmobile dealerships all across North America They ll be ready and willing to help if you need it 4 23 Here are some things you can check before a trip e Windshield Washer Fluid Is the reservoir full Are all windows clean inside and outside Wiper Blades Are they in good shape Fuel Engine Oil Other Fluids Have you checked all levels Lamps Are they all working Are the lenses clean Tires They are vitally important to a safe trouble free trip Is the tread good enough for long distance driving Are the tires all inflated to
113. chniques could save your life Drunken Driving Death and injury associated with drinking and driving is a national tragedy It s the number one contributor to the highway death toll claiming thousands of victims every year Alcohol affects four things that anyone needs to drive a vehicle Judgment Muscular Coordination Vision Attentiveness Police records show that almost half of all motor vehicle related deaths involve alcohol In most cases these deaths are the result of someone who was drinking and driving In recent years over 17 000 annual motor vehicle related deaths have been associated with the use of alcohol with more than 300 000 people injured Many adults by some estimates nearly half the adult population choose never to drink alcohol so they never drive after drinking For persons under 21 it s against the law in every U S state to drink alcohol There are good medical psychological and developmental reasons for these laws yellow blue The obvious way to solve the leading highway safety problem is for people never to drink alcohol and then drive But what if people do How much is too much if the driver plans to drive It s a lot less than many might think Although it depends on each person and situation here is some general information on the problem The Blood Alcohol Concentration BAC of someone who is drinking depends upon four things The amount of alcohol c
114. cies earlier in this section It is better to remove as much speed as you can from a possible collision Then steer around the problem to the left or right depending on the space available yellow blue An emergency like this requires close attention and a quick decision If you are holding the steering wheel at the recommended 9 and 3 o clock positions you can turn it a full 180 degrees very quickly without removing either hand But you have to act fast steer quickly and just as quickly straighten the wheel once you have avoided the object The fact that such emergency situations are always possible is a good reason to practice defensive driving at all times and wear safety belts properly 4 13 Off Road Recovery You may find that your right wheels have dropped off the edge of a road onto the shoulder while you re driving OFF ROAD RECOVERY LEFT APPROX QUARTER TURN edge of paved surface If the level of the shoulder is only slightly below the pavement recovery should be fairly easy Ease off the accelerator and then if there is nothing in the way steer so that your vehicle straddles the edge of the pavement You can turn the steering wheel up to one quarter turn until the right front tire contacts the pavement edge Then turn your steering wheel to go straight down the roadway 4 14 yellow blue Passing The driver of a vehicle about to pass another on a two lane highway waits for just the right mo
115. cking feature complete the locking of the vehicle no additional action is required The Last Door Closed Locking feature will lock the doors automatically after all the doors have been closed for a period of five seconds During this five second period any door may be reopened at which time the three possible actions shown previously are again available You can customize the vehicle to activate the Last Door Closed Locking feature as described previously or to completely disable the Last Door Closed Locking feature at all times If disabled the doors will lock immediately when a power door lock switch is pressed The Last Door Closed locking feature is customized when the driver performs the following sequence with the doors closed and the ignition key in ON Press and hold the power door lock switch in the unlock position 2 While holding the door unlock switch cycle the transaxle out of and back into PARK P yellow blue 3 After an initial transaxle cycle each additional cycle will turn the Last Door Closed Locking feature on or off 4 During this customization procedure the chime will sound providing the driver feedback A single chime will be heard if the Last Door Closed Locking feature is off and two chimes will be heard if the Last Door Closed Locking feature is on 5 When the door unlock switch is released the vehicle will remain in the most recent operating mode The Last Door Closed Locking feature is
116. cle even if the fan switch is at the highest setting One place this can happen is a garage Exhaust with CO can come in easily NEVER park in a garage with the engine running Another closed in place can be a blizzard See Blizzard in the Index yellow blue 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 If you ve left the engine running the vehicle can move suddenly You or others could be injured To be sure your vehicle won t move even when you re on fairly level ground always set your parking brake and move the shift lever to PARK P Follow the proper steps to be sure your vehicle won t move See Shifting Into PARK P in the Index If you are parking on a hill and if you re pulling a trailer also see Towing a Trailer in the Index 2 29 Switches on the driver s door armrest control each of the windows when the ignition is on In addition each passenger door has a switch for its own window The driver s window switch has an auto down feature This switch is labeled AUTO Tap the switch rearward and the driver s window will open a small amount If the switch is moved all the way back the window will go all the way down yellow To stop the window while it is lowering press the switch To raise the window press
117. contacting a member of dealership management it appears your concern cannot be resolved by the dealership without further help contact the Oldsmobile Customer Assistance Network by calling 1 800 442 6537 In Canada contact GM of Canada Customer Communication Centre in Oshawa by calling 1 800 263 3777 English or 1 800 263 7854 French We encourage you to call the toll free number in order to give your inquiry prompt attention Please have the following information available to give the Customer Assistance Representative Vehicle Identification Number This is available from the vehicle registration or title or the plate at the top left of the instrument panel and visible through the windshield Dealership name and location Vehicle delivery date and present mileage yellow blue When contacting Oldsmobile please remember that your concern will likely be resolved at a dealer s facility That is why we suggest you follow Step One first if you have a concern STEP THREE Both General Motors and your dealer are committed to making sure you are completely satisfied with your new vehicle However if you continue to remain unsatisfied after following the procedure outlined in Steps One and Two you must file with the GM BBB Auto Line Program to enforce any additional rights you may have Canadian owners refer to your Warranty and Owner Assistance Information booklet for information on the Canadian Motor Vehicle Arbitrati
118. cruise control speed by pressing the COAST SET button on the steering wheel Reducing Speed While Using Cruise Control There are two ways to reduce your speed while using cruise control Press the COAST SET button on the steering wheel until you reach the lower speed you want then release it To slow down in very small amounts press the COAST SET button on the steering wheel for less than a half second Each time you do this you ll go mph 1 6 km h slower Passing Another Vehicle While Using Cruise Control Use the accelerator pedal to increase your speed When you take your foot off the pedal your vehicle will slow down to the cruise speed you set earlier Using Cruise Control on Hills 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 When going downhill you may have to brake or shift to a lower gear to keep your speed down Of course applying the brake takes you out of cruise control Many drivers find this to be too much trouble and don t use cruise control on steep hills Ending Cruise Control There are three ways to cancel the cruise control Step lightly on the brake pedal Press CLEAR on the steering wheel or Press the CRUISE button on the instrument panel Erasing Cruise Speed Memory When you turn off the cruise control or the ig
119. d on the sidewalls of most passenger car tires The Uniform Tire Quality Grading system does not apply to deep tread winter type snow tires space saver or temporary use spare tires tires with nominal rim diameters of 10 to 12 inches 25 to 30 cm or to some limited production tires While the tires available on General Motors passenger cars and light trucks may vary with respect to these grades they must also conform to Federal safety requirements and additional General Motors Tire Performance Criteria TPC standards Treadwear The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on a specified government test course For example a tire graded 150 would wear one and a half 1 1 2 times as well on the government course as a tire graded 100 The relative performance of tires depends upon the actual conditions of their use however and may depart significantly from the norm due to variations in driving habits service practices and differences in road characteristics and climate Traction AA A B C The traction grades from highest to lowest are AA A B and C Those grades represent the tire s ability to stop on wet pavement as measured under controlled conditions on specified government test surfaces of asphalt and concrete A tire marked C may have poor traction performance Warning The traction grade assigned to this tire is based on straight ahead braki
120. de People have been hurt doing this and some have been blinded Use a flashlight if you need more light Be sure the battery has enough water You don t need to add water to the ACDelco Freedom battery installed in every new GM vehicle But if a battery has filler caps be sure the right amount of fluid is there If it is low add water to take care of that first If you don t explosive gas could be present Battery fluid contains acid that can burn you Don t get it on you If you accidentally get it in your eyes or on your skin flush the place with water and get medical help immediately blue 6 Check that the jumper cables don t have loose or missing insulation If they do you could get a shock AN CAUTION The vehicles could be damaged too Fans or other moving engine parts can injure you badly Keep your hands away from moving parts once the engine is running Before you connect the cables here are some basic things you should know Positive will go to positive and negative will go to negative or a metal engine part Don t connect positive to negative or you ll get a short that would damage the battery and maybe other parts too 7 Connect the red positive cable to the positive terminal of the vehicle with the dead battery Use a remote positive terminal if the vehicle has one Don t let the other end touch metal Connect it to the positive terminal of the
121. dex for more information yellow blue Used Replacement Wheels Tire Chains NOTICE Putting a used wheel on your vehicle is Don t use tire chains They can damage your dangerous You can t know how it s been used or vehicle because there s not enough clearance how far it s been driven It could fail suddenly Use another type of traction device only if its and cause an accident If you have to replace a manufacturer recommends it for use on your wheel use a new GM original equipment wheel vehicle and tire size combination and road conditions Follow that manufacturer s instructions To help avoid damage to your vehicle drive slowly readjust or remove the device if it s contacting your vehicle and don t spin your wheels If you do find traction devices that will fit install them on the front tires 6 53 Appearance Care Remember cleaning products can be hazardous Some are toxic Others can burst into flame if you strike a match or get them on a hot part of the vehicle Some are dangerous if you breathe their fumes in a closed space When you use anything from a container to clean your vehicle be sure to follow the manufacturer s warnings and instructions And always open your doors or windows when you re cleaning the inside Never use these to clean your vehicle Gasoline Benzene Naphtha Carbon Tetrachloride Acetone Paint Thinner Turpentine Lacquer Thinner Nail Polish Remover They can all be hazardo
122. e Low Oil Light in the Index You should check your engine oil level regularly this is an added reminder It s a good idea to check your engine oil every time you get fuel In order to get an accurate reading the oil must be warm and the vehicle must be on level ground yellow blue 3800 V6 Engine 3 5L V6 Engine The engine oil dipstick is the yellow loop near the front of the engine Turn off the engine and give the oil several minutes to drain back into the oil pan If you don t the oil dipstick might not show the actual level 6 13 yellow blue Checking Engine Oil Pull out the dipstick and clean it with a paper towel or cloth then push it back in all the way Remove it again keeping the tip down and check the level 3 5L V6 Engine 3800 V6 Engine 6 14 yellow blue When to Add Engine Oil If the oil is at or below the ADD mark then you ll need to add at least one quart of oil But you must use the right kind This part explains what kind of oil to use For crankcase capacity see Capacities and Specifications in the Index NOTICE Don t add too much oil If your engine has so much oil that the oil level gets above the Be sure to fill it enough to put the level somewhere in cross hatched area that shows the proper the proper operating range Push the dipstick all the way operating range your engine could be damaged back in when you re through 6 15 What Kind of Engine Oil
123. e you will notice a significant loss in power and engine performance The low coolant light may come on and the temperature gage will indicate an overheat condition exists Towing a trailer in the overheat protection mode should be avoided NOTICE After driving in the overheated engine protection operating mode to avoid engine damage allow the engine to cool before attempting any repair The engine oil will be severely degraded Repair the cause of coolant loss and change the oil See Engine Oil in the Index yellow blue If Steam Is Coming From Your Engine Steam from an overheated engine can burn you badly even if you just open the hood Stay away from the engine if you see or hear steam coming from it Just turn it off and get everyone away from the vehicle until it cools down Wait until there is no sign of steam or coolant before you open the hood If you keep driving when your engine is overheated the liquids in it can catch fire You or others could be badly burned Stop your engine if it overheats and get out of the vehicle until the engine is cool 5 10 NOTICE If your engine catches fire because you keep driving with no coolant your vehicle can be badly damaged The costly repairs would not be covered by your warranty If your vehicle has the 3 5L V6 engine see Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode in the Index If No Steam Is Coming From Your Engine If you get an engine over
124. e bass When you use this control the radio s tone setting will switch to manual The radio s tone setting will not switch to manual on the Bose radio TREB Press this knob lightly so it extends Then pull the knob all the way out Turn the knob to increase or decrease treble When you use this control the radio s tone setting will switch to manual The radio s tone setting will not switch to manual on the Bose radio If a station is weak or noisy you may want to decrease the treble Push the knob back into its stored position when you re not using it 3 15 TONE This feature allows you to choose preset bass and treble equalization settings designed for jazz vocal pop rock and classical stations JAZZ will appear on the display when you first press TONE Each time you press it another setting will appear on the display Press it again after CLASSIC appears and MANUAL will appear Tone control will return to the BASS and TREB knobs Also if you use the BASS and TREB knobs control will return to them and MANUAL will appear This button is not available on the Bose radio Adjusting the Speakers BAL Press this knob lightly so it extends Turn the knob to move the sound to the left or right speakers The middle position balances the sound between the speakers FADE Press the knob lightly so it extends Then pull the knob all the way out Turn it to move the sound to the front or rear speakers The middle posi
125. e bulb socket and turn the socket counterclockwise 6 44 yellow blue 6 Pull out the bulb socket Here s how to remove the wiper blades 7 Pull the bulb out of the socket There are four 1 Pull the windshield wiper arm away from bulbs on each taillamp the windshield 8 Push in a new bulb 9 Replace the bulb socket into the housing and turn it clockwise 10 Replace the taillamp housing to the body of the vehicle 11 Install the wing nuts 12 Tighten the plastic nuts Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement Windshield wiper blades should be inspected at lest twice a year for wear or cracking See Wiper Blade Check in Section 7 of this manual under Part B Owner Checks and Services for more information 2 Push the release lever and slide the wiper assembly toward the driver s side of the vehicle Replacement blades come in different types and are removed in different ways For the proper type and length see Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts in 3 Install a new blade by reversing Steps 1 and 2 the Index 6 45 Tires Your new vehicle comes with high quality tires made by a leading tire manufacturer If you ever have questions about your tire warranty and where to obtain service see your Oldsmobile Warranty booklet for details Poorly maintained and improperly used tires are dangerous Overloading your tires can cause overheating as a result of too much friction You could have an air
126. e surface of the rear window is not scratched and that the lines on the glass are not damaged If the inside surface is damaged it could interfere with radio reception yellow blue NOTICE Do not try to clear frost or other material from the inside of the rear window with a razor blade or anything else that is sharp This may damage the rear defogger grid and affect your radio s ability to pick up stations clearly The repairs wouldn t be covered by your warranty Because this antenna is built into your rear window there is a reduced risk of damage caused by car washes and vandals If you choose to add a cellular telephone to your vehicle and the antenna needs to be attached to the glass be sure that you do not damage the grid lines for the AM FM antenna There is enough space between the lines to attach a cellular telephone antenna without interfering with radio reception 3 29 yellow blue f NOTES yellow blue f NOTES 3 31 yellow blue NOTES yellow blue Cu 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 4 2 Defensive Driving 4 21 City Driving 4 3 Drunken Driving 4 22 Freeway Driving 4 5 Control of a Vehicle 4 23 Before Leaving on a Long Trip 4 6 Braking 4 24 Highway Hypnosis 4 12 Steering 4 25 Hill and Mountain Roads 4 14 Off Road Reco
127. e the switch when a desired position has been reached 2 47 yellow blue The Instrument Panel Your Information System yellow blue Your instrument panel is designed to let you know at a glance how your vehicle is running You ll know how fast you re going about how much fuel is in your tank and many other things you need to drive safely and economically The main components of your instrument panel are A Side Window Defogger Vent M Storage Bin B Instrument Panel Outlets N Trip Odometer C Turn Signal Multifunction Lever O Tilt Wheel D Instrument Panel Cluster P Audio Steering Wheel Controls If Equipped E Windshield Wipers Washer Fluid Lever Q Horn F Cruise Control CRUISE Button R Cruise Control Controls RES ACCEL CLEAR G Hazard Switch TIS H Instrument Panel Fuse Block S 18710031116 L Instrument Panel Dimmer T Accessory Power Outlet J Fog Lamp Button U Comfort Controls K Fuel Door Release V Audio System L Trunk Lid Release W Glove Box 2 49 yellow blue Instrument Panel Cluster km 8888 8 8 tre SERVICE VEHICLE SOON SERVICE ENGINE SOON TRAC SECURITY 3800 V6 Engine shown 3 5L Similar 2 50 Your instrument panel cluster includes indicator warning lights and gages that are explained on the following pages Speedometer 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
128. e wind This will help keep CO out yellow blue Run your engine only as long as you must This saves fuel When you run the engine make it go a little faster than just idle That is push the accelerator slightly This uses less fuel for the heat that you get and it keeps the battery charged You will need a well charged battery to restart the vehicle and possibly for signaling later on with your headlamps Let the heater run for a while Then shut the engine off and close the window almost all the way to preserve the heat Start the engine again and repeat this only when you feel really uncomfortable from the cold But do it as little as possible Preserve the fuel as long as you can To help keep warm you can get out of the vehicle and do some fairly vigorous exercises every half hour or so until help comes Recreational Vehicle Towing You can tow your vehicle behind another vehicle for use at your destination Be sure to use the proper towing equipment designed for recreational towing Follow the instructions for the towing equipment 4 31 yellow blue Loading Your Vehicle a GM TIRE LOADING INFORMATION OCCUPANTS VEHICLE CAP FRT CTR RR TOTAL K L 10 LOADING GVWR SAME AS aC D TIRE PRESSURE OT ADD 28KPA 4LBS S MANUAL FOR MORE INFORMATION M i To tow your vehicle follow these steps I Put the tront w
129. e wrong with a transaxle system sensor If you drive very far that way your vehicle can be damaged So if this happens have your vehicle serviced right away Until then you can use SECOND 2 when you are driving less than 35 mph 55 km h and DRIVE D for higher speeds THIRD 3 This position is also used for normal driving but it offers more power and lower fuel economy than DRIVE D yellow blue Here are some times you might choose THIRD 3 instead of DRIVE D When driving on hilly winding roads When towing a trailer so there is less shifting between gears When going down a steep hill SECOND 2 This position gives you more power but lower fuel economy than THIRD 3 You can use SECOND 2 on hills It can help control your speed as you go down steep mountain roads but then you would also want to use your brakes off and on NOTICE Don t drive in SECOND 2 for more than 25 miles 40 km at speeds over 55 mph 88 km h or you can damage your transaxle Use DRIVE D or THIRD 3 as much as possible Don t shift into SECOND 2 unless you are going slower than 65 mph 105 km h or you can damage your engine 2 23 FIRST 1 This position gives you even more power but lower fuel economy than SECOND 2 You can use it on very steep hills or in deep snow or mud If the shift lever is put in FIRST 1 the transaxle won t shift into first gear until the vehicle is going slowl
130. ead 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 Split Folding Rear Seat Pull the seat tab latch forward to fold down the rear seatback or pull the remote release straps in the trunk To return the seat to its original position push it back up and make sure it latches yellow blue 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 Don t let anyone ride where he or she can t wear a safety belt properly If you are in a crash and you re not wearing a safety belt your injuries can be much worse You can hit things inside the vehicle or be ejected from it You can be seriously injured or killed In the same crash you might not be if you are buckled up Always fasten your safety belt and check that your passengers belts are fastened properly too It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area inside or outside of a vehicle In a collision people riding in these areas are more likely to be seriously injured or killed Do not allow people to ride in any area of your vehicle that is not equipped with seats and safety belts Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in a seat and using a safety b
131. eave your radio on it could be badly damaged The repairs wouldn t be covered by your warranty 2 Get the vehicles close enough so the jumper cables can reach but be sure the vehicles aren t touching 4 Open the hoods and locate the batteries each other If they are it could cause a ground connection you don t want You wouldn t be able to start your vehicle and the bad grounding could damage the electrical systems To avoid the possibility of the vehicles rolling set An electric fan can start up even when the engine the parking brake firmly on both vehicles involved in the jump start procedure Put your automatic transaxle in PARK P 3 Turn off the ignition on both vehicles Turn off all lamps that aren t needed as well as radios This will avoid sparks and help save both batteries And it 5 Find the positive and negative terminals on could save your radio each battery Your vehicle has a remote positive jump starting terminal The terminal is on the same side of the engine compartment as your battery You should always use the remote positive terminal instead of the positive terminal on your battery is not running and can injure you Keep hands clothing and tools away from any underhood electric fan To uncover the remote positive terminal squeeze the sides of the red plastic cap and pull the cap toward you yellow blue Using a match near a battery can cause battery gas to explo
132. ee Air Bag Readiness Light in the Index for more information 1 21 yellow blue How the Air Bag System Works The right front passenger s air bag is in the instrument panel on the passenger s side Where are the air bags The driver s air bag is in the middle of the steering wheel 1 22 If something is between an occupant and an air bag the bag might not inflate properly or it might force the object into that person The path of an inflating air bag must be kept clear Don t put anything between an occupant and an air bag and don t attach or put anything on the steering wheel hub or on or near any other air bag covering When should an air bag inflate An air bag is designed to inflate in a moderate to severe frontal or near frontal crash The air bag will inflate only if the impact speed is above the system s designed threshold level If your vehicle goes straight into a wall that doesn t move or deform the threshold level is about 9 to 14 mph 14 to 23 km h The threshold level can vary however with specific vehicle design so that it can be somewhat above or below this range If your vehicle strikes something that will move or deform such as a parked car the threshold level will be higher The air bag is not designed to inflate in rollovers side impacts or rear impacts because inflation would not help the occupant yellow blue In any particular crash no one can say whether an air bag should ha
133. eee eee 5 36 Console Storage Center 0 0 0 esses 2 45 Control Loss Of ce 4 6 Control of a Vehicle sesasi tenes 4 5 Convenience Net 2 45 Convex Outside Mirror 2 44 Coolant ranted oA ees whe o bte e dece 6 26 Adding 2 qtd ko s 6 29 6 31 Checking ii jd Vb Ren ta E 6 30 6 31 Heater Engine eis bene RR wee ees 2 20 Recovery Tank eee eee 5 15 Surge Tank sae Ghee eae m cae Bh re gom oboe 5 21 Temperature Gage cece eee eee 2 58 What tO USE si eer nempe meg ees 6 27 Cooling System c elei eer ews bee wie Uae 5 12 Cooling System Pressure Cap 0000 6 26 Courtesy Lamps cerent mme emen 2 39 Courtesy Transportation 00 0 0 eee ee eee 8 7 Cruise Control or 2 34 Cruise Eight air pit Ease tor eet 2 64 yellow blue Customer Assistance Hearing Impaired 0 00 0 8 4 Information sseeeeee eee 8 1 OMES se eee e ss Rui Qe irai dus esent 8 4 Speech Impaired esee eb eee RE pe 8 4 Text Telephone Users 0 0 0 0 0 00008 8 4 Customer Satisfaction Procedure 0 8 2 Damage Finish 122 e tadotey tdlee Lb ERE e NS 6 59 Damage Sheet Metal
134. een drinking driver or passenger is in a crash that person s chance of being killed or permanently disabled is higher than if the person had not been drinking yellow blue Drinking and then driving is very dangerous Your reflexes perceptions attentiveness and judgment can be affected by even a small amount of alcohol You can have a serious or even fatal collision if you drive after drinking Please don t drink and drive or ride with a driver who has been drinking Ride home in a cab or if you re with a group designate a driver who will not drink Control of a Vehicle You have three systems that make your vehicle go where you want it to go They are the brakes the steering and the accelerator All three systems have to do their work at the places where the tires meet the road Sometimes as when you re driving on snow or ice it s easy to ask more of those control systems than the tires and road can provide That means you can lose control of your vehicle 4 6 yellow blue Braking Braking action involves perception time and reaction time First you have to decide to push on the brake pedal That s perception time Then you have to bring up your foot and do it That s reaction time Average reaction time is about 3 4 of a second But that s only an average It might be less with one driver and as long as two or three seconds or more with another Age physical condition alertness coordination
135. eeping your foot on the accelerator This can really help on long trips Cruise control does not work at speeds below about 25 mph 40 km h When you apply your brakes the cruise control shuts off 2 34 yellow blue Cruise control can be dangerous where you can t drive safely at a steady speed So don t use your cruise control on winding roads or in heavy traffic Cruise control can be dangerous on slippery roads On such roads fast changes in tire traction can cause needless wheel spinning and you could lose control Don t use cruise control on slippery roads If your vehicle is in cruise control when the traction control system optional with the 3 5L V6 engine or enhanced traction system 3800 V6 engine begins to limit wheel spin the cruise control will automatically disengage See Traction Control System or Enhanced Traction System in the Index When road conditions allow you to safely use it again you may turn the cruise control back on yellow blue 3 Press the COAST SET button on your steering wheel and release it Setting Cruise Control If you leave your cruise control switch on when you re not using cruise you might hit a button and go into cruise when you don t want to You could be startled and even lose control Keep the cruise control switch off until you want to use it 1 Press the CRUISE 4 Take your foot off the accelerator button on the right side The CRUISE light o
136. ehicle Your vehicle must be in PARK P Theft 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 impossible to steal However there are ways you can help Key in the Ignition If you leave your vehicle with the keys inside it s an easy target for joy riders or professional thieves so don t do it 2 14 yellow blue When you park your vehicle and open the driver s door you ll hear a chime reminding you to remove your key from the ignition and take it with you Always do this Your ignition and transaxle will be locked Your steering wheel will be locked and so will your ignition and transaxle And remember to lock the doors Parking at Night Park in a lighted spot close all windows and lock your vehicle Remember to keep your valuables out of sight Put them in a storage area or take them with you Parking Lots If you park in a lot where someone will be watching your vehicle it s best to lock it up and take your keys But what if you have to leave your ignition key Ifpossible park in a busy well lit area Put your valuables in a storage area like your trunk or glove box Be sure to close and lock the storage area Close all windows Lock the glove box Lock all the doors except the driver s Then take the remote keyless entry transmitter with you Passlock Your ve
137. el nuts become loose after a time The wheel could come off and cause an accident When you change a wheel remove any rust or dirt from places where the wheel attaches to the vehicle In an emergency you can use a cloth or a paper towel to do this but be sure to use a scraper or wire brush later if you need to to get all the rust or dirt off See Changing a Flat Tire in the Index When It s Time for New Tires One way to tell when it s time for new tires is to check the treadwear indicators which will appear when your tires have only 1 16 inch 1 6 mm or less of tread remaining You need a new tire if any of the following statements are true You can see the indicators at three or more places around the tire You can see cord or fabric showing through the tire s rubber The tread or sidewall is cracked cut or snagged deep enough to show cord or fabric yellow blue The tire has a bump bulge or split The tire has a puncture cut or other damage that can t be repaired well because of the size or location of the damage Buying New Tires To find out what kind and size of tires you need look at the Tire Loading Information label The tires installed on your vehicle when it was new had a Tire Performance Criteria Specification TPC Spec number on each tire s sidewall When you get new tires get ones with that same TPC Spec number That way your vehicle will continue to have tires that
138. elease the remote keyless entry transmitter LOCK button This button press will initialize the customization mode Upon initiation of this mode the chime will sound the number of chimes corresponding to the current RAV lock mode 3 Each additional press of the remote keyless entry transmitter LOCK button will cause the vehicle to advance to the RAV lock mode by one starting from the current RAV lock mode 4 If cycled beyond RAV lock mode 4 the vehicle will enter RAV lock mode 1 When the door lock switch is released the vehicle will remain in the most recent RAV lock mode Disconnecting the battery for up to a year will not change the programmed mode of the Remote Activation Verification functions yellow blue Illumination on Remote Activation This feature is included on vehicles with the remote keyless entry system The interior illumination will be activated when an remote keyless entry door unlock command is received The ignition must be off for the Remote Activation Illumination to work The interior lamps will illuminate until the ignition is turned to ON or until the illumination period of 40 seconds has elapsed If during the illumination period a door is opened the timed illumination period will be cancelled though the interior lamps will remain on until all doors are closed Matching Transmitter s To Your Vehicle Each remote keyless entry transmitter is coded to prevent another transmitter from unlocking yo
139. elt properly Your vehicle has a light that comes on as a reminder to buckle up See Safety Belt Reminder Light in the Index yellow blue In most states and Canadian provinces the law says to wear safety belts Here s why They work You never know if you ll be in a crash If you do have a crash you don t know if it will be a bad one A few crashes are mild and some crashes can be so serious that even buckled up a person wouldn t survive But most crashes are in between In many of them people who buckle up can survive and sometimes walk away Without belts they could have been badly hurt or killed After more than 30 years of safety belts in vehicles the facts are clear In most crashes buckling up does matter a lot yellow 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 yellow 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 or the instrument panel yellow blue 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 Here Are Questions Many People Ask About Safety Belts and the Answers Q W
140. er C is displayed in the mirror compass window The mirror can be calibrated in one of two ways drive the vehicle in circles at 5 mph 8 km h or less until the display indicates a direction or drive the vehicle on your everyday routine Compass Variance The mirror is set in zone eight upon leaving the factory It will be necessary to adjust the compass to compensate for compass variance if you live outside zone eight Under certain circumstances as during a long distance cross country trip it will be necessary to adjust for compass variance Compass variance is the difference between earth s magnetic north and true geographic north If not adjusted to account for compass variance your compass could give false readings To adjust for compass variance 1 Find your current location and variance zone number on the following zone map yellow blue Press and hold both map lamp buttons on the bottom of the mirror for five to eight seconds until the zone number appears in the display Press the right lamp button to increase the zone numbers or press the left lamp button to decrease the zone numbers After you have selected your zone number the display will show a compass direction after five seconds Compass calibration may be necessary See Compass Calibration in the Index 2 43 Power Outside Mirrors The power mirror control is near the driver s window on the armrest Switch the upper
141. ere the tires meet the road Adding the sudden acceleration can demand too much of those places You can lose control Refer to Traction Control System or Enhanced Traction System in the Index What should you do if this ever happens Ease up on the accelerator pedal steer the vehicle the way you want it to go and slow down Speed limit signs near curves warn that you should adjust your speed Of course the posted speeds are based on good weather and road conditions Under less favorable conditions you ll want to go slower If you need to reduce your speed as you approach a curve do it before you enter the curve while your front wheels are straight ahead Try to adjust your speed so you can drive through the curve Maintain a reasonable steady speed Wait to accelerate until you are out of the curve and then accelerate gently into the straightaway 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 You can avoid these problems by braking if you can stop in time But sometimes you can t there isn t room That s the time for evasive action steering around the problem Your vehicle can perform very well in emergencies like these First apply your brakes See Braking in Emergen
142. erly drained much sooner And the excessive heat can damage your starter motor Wait about 15 seconds between each try to help avoid draining your battery or damaging your starter If you ever have to have your vehicle towed see 2 If it doesn t start right away hold your key in the part of this manual that tells how to do it START for about ten seconds at a time until your without damaging your vehicle See Towing engine starts Wait about 15 seconds between each Your Vehicle in the Index try to help avoid draining your battery or damaging your starter Starting Your 3800 Series II V6 Engine 3 If your engine still won t start or starts but then stops it could be flooded with too much gasoline 1 Without pushing the accelerator pedal turn your Try pushing your accelerator pedal all the way to the ignition key to START When the engine starts let floor and holding it there as you hold the key in go of the key The idle speed will go down as your START for about three seconds If the vehicle starts engine gets warm briefly but then stops again do the same thing but this time keep the pedal down for five or six seconds This clears the extra gasoline from the engine After waiting about 15 seconds repeat the normal starting procedure 2 18 NOTICE Holding your key in START for longer than 15 seconds at a time will cause your battery to be drained much sooner And the excessive heat can damage your starter
143. ew 2 42 Heated Outside ee eee 2 44 Inside Day Night Rearview 2 41 Power Outside eee eese 2 44 Visor Vanity 2 0 eee eee eee eee 2 46 MMT iui essere ascites aba e pee ala e eels 6 4 Mountain Roads 0 0 4 25 Net Con vVehlerice vesc aee e RR onec n 2 45 Neutral Automatic Transaxle 00 2 22 New Vehicle Break In 0 000005 2 15 Night Vision qms 4 18 Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts 6 71 Odometer EEEREN E Hares pa e hws ate dae 2 51 Odometer Trip eee eee ee eee eee 2 52 Off Road Recovery 1 1 2 00 ce eee eee 4 14 Oil Engine sad herd talkin Maver te keds 6 13 Warming Light etes sioi 2 62 OnStar Syslem i sionis key wer yr ye ree 2 46 Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode 5 9 Overheating Engine 666666 666666666660600 606000000 5 9 Owner Checks and Services 0 0 00005 7 14 Owner Publications Ordering 8 12 Paint Spotting Chemical 0000 6 60 Park Automatic Transaxle 0000 e eee ee eee ee 2 21 Shifting nto iiber nec e ERREUR RS 2 25 Shifting Out of eee tess 2 7 Parking At Night soso species cu ek pine DR PE GES EIU 2 14 Brake 22 ei eg Gore cac PR paca Aet
144. fier for your vehicle It appears on a plate in the front corner of the instrument panel on the driver s side You can see it if you look through the windshield from outside your vehicle The VIN also appears on the Vehicle Certification and Service Parts labels and the certificates of title and registration Engine Identification The 8th character in your VIN is the engine code This code will help you identify your engine specifications and replacement parts 6 62 yellow blue Service Parts Identification Label You ll find this label on the inside of your trunk lid It s very helpful if you ever need to order parts On this label is your VIN the model designation paint information and a list of all production options and special equipment Be sure that this label is not removed from the vehicle Electrical System Add On Electrical Equipment NOTICE Don t add anything electrical to your vehicle unless you check with your dealer first Some electrical equipment can damage your vehicle and the damage wouldn t be covered by your warranty Some add on electrical equipment can keep other components from working as they should Your vehicle has an air bag system Before attempting to add anything electrical to your vehicle see Servicing Your Air Bag Equipped Vehicle in the Index Headlamp Wiring The headlamp wiring is protected by separate left and right headlamp fuses in the underhood electrical center
145. g up The gage may not indicate E EMPTY when the ignition is turned off Low Fuel Light If your fuel is low the warning light near the fuel gage will go on It will also come on for a few seconds when you first turn on the ignition as a check to show you it s working If it doesn t come on then have it fixed yellow blue Service Vehicle Soon Light This light will come on briefly when the ignition is turned to ON to show that the bulb is working SERVICE VEHICLE SOON This light indicates problems with your vehicle that are not related to emissions These problems may not be obvious and may affect vehicle performance or durability Consult a qualified Oldsmobile dealer for necessary repairs to maintain vehicle performance 2 65 yellow blue NOTES 2 66 yellow blue Cu Section 3 Comfort Controls In this section you ll find out how to operate the comfort control and audio systems offered with your vehicle Be sure to read about the particular systems supplied with your vehicle 3 2 Comfort Controls 3 3 Air Conditioning 3 4 Air Conditioning with Automatic and Auxiliary Temperature Control If Equipped 3 8 Rear Window Defogger 3 8 Ventilation System 3 0 Audio Systems 3 9 3 1 Trunk Mounted CD Changer Option Theft Deterrent Feature Audio Steering Wheel Controls If Equipped Understanding Radio Reception Tips About Your Audio System Care of Your Cassette Tape Player
146. g your emission control system to function properly Therefore you should not have to add anything to the fuel In addition gasolines containing oxygenates such as ethers and ethanol and reformulated gasolines may be available in your area to contribute to clean air General Motors recommends that you use these gasolines particularly if they comply with the specifications described earlier NOTICE Your vehicle was not designed for fuel that contains methanol Don t use it It can corrode metal parts in your fuel system and also damage plastic and rubber parts That damage wouldn t be covered under your warranty yellow blue Fuels in Foreign Countries If you plan on driving in another country outside the United States or Canada the proper fuel may be hard to find Never use leaded gasoline or any other fuel not recommended in the previous text on fuel Costly repairs caused by use of improper fuel wouldn t be covered by your warranty To check on fuel availability ask an auto club or contact a major oil company that does business in the country where you ll be driving You can also write us at the following address for advice Just tell us where you re going and give your Vehicle Identification Number VIN General Motors Overseas Distribution Corporation 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa Ontario L1H 8P7 Filling Your Tank The cap is behind a hinged door on the left side of your vehicle While refueling hang t
147. garette Lighter chaos oad tee ke EE ERAS 2 45 Circuit Breakers and Fuses 0000 6 63 Cleaner Air Piltet icis I xa RR Eas 6 18 Cleaning Aluminum Wheels 0 00 00 6 59 Exterior Lamps Lenses 00 0005 6 58 113101361 us fo e dete etr iecore dipsa win edes 6 54 Gl sS nie cds gad tete ee n Re EE RATER e 6 57 Inside of Your Vehicle 00 2000 6 54 Instrument Panel 0 00 00 eee eee 6 56 Interior Plastic Components 0 6 56 L atlier o b eli RR ESTEE ag dak acces 6 56 Outside of Your Vehicle 004 6 57 Special Problems 0 00 00 6 55 Stall 5 god e bE Se Tani ee ee a aes ees 6 55 Tires esee Re PR EE 6 9 ViByl ce Pci rev baa eaten eaas 6 56 Weatlierstrips cesare etu hmm e vies 6 57 Wheels Lu acer E Gm RP EDS ES 6 59 Windshield and Wiper Blades 6 57 Clock Setting the cee eee eee eee 3 9 Comfort Controls 0 0 3 2 Compact Disc Care 00 eee 3 29 Compact Disc Player 0 0 00 e eee eee eee 3 14 o A 3 29 ErrOefs ec e ere saute RAS EEE ES 3 18 Trunk Mounted CD Changer 3 20 Compact Spare Tire 0 0 eee eee eee
148. ger hot Turn the pressure cap slowly counterclockwise until it first stops Don t press down while turning the pressure cap If you hear a hiss wait for that to stop A hiss means there is still some pressure left 2 Then keep turning the pressure cap but now push down as you turn it Remove the pressure cap You can be burned if you spill coolant on hot engine parts Coolant contains ethylene glycol and it will burn if the engine parts are hot enough Don t spill coolant on a hot engine 3 Remove the 3800 Series II V6 engine cover shield to access the bleed valve A Clean the area around the engine oil fill tube and cap before removing Twist the oil fill tube with cap attached counterclockwise and remove it B Lift the engine cover shield at the front slide the catch tab out of the engine bracket and remove the cover shield C Put the oil fill tube with cap attached in the valve cover oil fill hole until you re ready to replace the cover shield 5 18 yellow blue After the engine cools open the coolant air bleed valve There is one bleed valve It is located on the thermostat housing yellow blue 7 Replace the 3800 Series II V6 engine cover shield A Remove the oil fill tube with cap attached from the valve cover B Insert the catch tab on the cover shield under the bracket on the engine C Place the hole in the cover shield over the hole in the valve cover Install o
149. ght Mile for mile freeways also called thruways parkways expressways turnpikes or superhighways are the safest of all roads But they have their own special rules The most important advice on freeway driving is Keep up with traffic and keep to the right Drive at the same speed most of the other drivers are driving Too fast or too slow driving breaks a smooth traffic flow Treat the left lane on a freeway as a passing lane 4 22 At the entrance there is usually a ramp that leads to the freeway If you have a clear view of the freeway as you drive along the entrance ramp you should begin to check traffic Try to determine where you expect to blend with the flow Try to merge into the gap at close to the prevailing speed Switch on your turn signal check your mirrors and glance over your shoulder as often as necessary Try to blend smoothly with the traffic flow Once you are on the freeway adjust your speed to the posted limit or to the prevailing rate if it s slower Stay in the right lane unless you want to pass Before changing lanes check your mirrors Then use your turn signal Just before you leave the lane glance quickly over your shoulder to make sure there isn t another vehicle in your blind spot Once you are moving on the freeway make certain you allow a reasonable following distance Expect to move slightly slower at night When you want to leave the freeway move to the proper lane well in advan
150. gnment and Balance 0 005 6 52 Buying New eee Paterna oa 6 49 SIL RPM 6 53 Changing a Plat jessica cise cese eer er ERES 5 25 Cle ning ois ena oi sb PR Ee dE E QS 6 59 Compact Spare sopes eee eee 5 36 Inflation sada wags atid oa seats o RU DESIT Ea 6 46 Inflation Check 25v bios saci per DER 7 14 Inspection and Rotation 00 000 6 47 Loading 245r bear meme 4 32 Pressure zo Sab ien tates diae aot mca diae And 6 46 lemperature iis isi mee Re ere eas 6 51 Mc MD 6 51 Treadwear enr e eee e RR wee 6 51 Uniform Quality Grading 0 6 50 Wear Indicators eee 6 49 Wheel Replacement 000 000 2000 6 52 When It s Time for New 6 49 Top Strap oces coses rets criant e RR Cees eee eS 1 41 Torque Dock sse rri cent E Me ie 2 27 Torque Wheel Nut 0 00 00 ce eee eee 5 34 Towing a Trailer occ seks cats rn m y wea ee ewe 4 34 Towing Your Vehicle 0 0 0 0 000 c eee eee 5 8 Traction Control System i se ero ese e e ees eee ees 4 9 Control System Warning Light 2 56 4 10 Enhanced System Warning Light 2 57 4 10 Low Light orem aed 2 58 4 10 Off Warning Light
151. gs that are especially important in trailer operation are automatic transaxle fluid don t overfill engine oil drive belts cooling system and brake system Each of these is covered in this manual and the Index will help you find them quickly If you re trailering it s a good idea to review this information before you start your trip Check periodically to see that all hitch nuts and bolts are tight Engine Cooling When Trailer Towing Your cooling system may temporarily overheat during severe operating conditions See Engine Overheating in the Index 4 41 yellow blue NOTES 4 42 yellow blue Cu Section 5 Problems on the Road Here you ll find what to do about some problems that can occur on the road 5 2 Hazard Warning Flashers 5 12 Cooling System 5 2 Other Warning Devices 5 25 If a Tire Goes Flat 5 3 Jump Starting 5 25 Changing a Flat Tire 5 8 Towing Your Vehicle 5 36 Compact Spare Tire 5 9 Engine Overheating 5 37 If You re Stuck In Sand Mud Ice or Snow 5 1 yellow blue Press the switch located on your instrument panel to make your front and rear 7 turn signal lamps flash on L and off Your hazard warning flashers work no matter what position your key is in and even if the key isn t in Hazard Warning Flashers To turn off the flashers press the switch again When the hazard warning flashers are on your turn signals won t work Other Warning Devices If you carry reflecti
152. h time you play a cassette tape This button is not available on the Bose radio SEEK Press the up or down arrow to search for the next or previous selection on the tape Your tape must have at least three seconds of silence between each selection for SEEK to work SCAN Press this button to listen to each selection for a few seconds The tape will go to the next selection stop for a few seconds then go on to the next selection Press this button again to stop scanning The sound will mute while scanning SCAN will appear on the display and the tape direction arrow will blink while scanning 3 17 AM FM Press this button to play the radio when a tape is in the player The tape will stop but remain in the player TAPE CD Press this button if you have a disc loaded in the CD player and the radio is playing to play a compact disc Press AM FM to return to the radio when a compact disc is playing Press TAPE CD to switch between the tape and compact disc if both are loaded The inactive tape or CD will remain safely inside the radio for future listening The display will show TP and CD EJECT Press this button to remove the tape The radio will play EJECT may be activated with either the ignition or radio off Cassettes may be loaded with the radio and ignition off if this button is pressed first CLN If this message appears on the display the cassette tape player needs to be cleaned It will still play tapes but you shou
153. h an Exit Illumination feature The interior lamps will illuminate for up to 25 seconds when you remove your key from the ignition After 25 seconds have elapsed the interior lamps will slowly fade out The lamps will fade out before the 25 seconds have elapsed if you turn the ignition to ON lock all doors using your remote keyless entry transmitter if equipped lock the doors using the power door lock switch When any door is opened Exit Illumination is cancelled The interior lamps will stay on while any door is opened The interior lamps may stay on for up to 25 seconds after all the doors have been closed if they have not been locked See Delayed Illumination in the Index yellow blue Battery Saver Your vehicle has a feature to help prevent you from draining the battery in case you accidentally leave an interior or trunk lamp on If you leave any of these lamps on while the ignition is in ACC or OFF they will automatically turn off after 20 minutes The lamps won t come back on until you do one of the following turn the ignition to ON turn the interior lamp dial all the way up or open or close and reopen a door that is closed Note that if your vehicle has less than 15 miles 25 km on the odometer the battery saver will turn off the lamps after only three minutes Mirrors Adjust all mirrors so you can see clearly when you are sitting in a comfortable position Inside Day Night
154. h children Your vehicle comes with two master keys and one spare key The master key can be used for the ignition as well as all door locks trunk and storage compartments The third key is provided as a spare key yellow blue These keys don t have key plugs Your Oldsmobile dealer or Roadside Assistance has a code for your key If you need a new master key contact your dealer who can obtain the correct key code or in an emergency call Oldsmobile Roadside Assistance at 1 800 442 OLDS 6537 In Canada call 1 800 268 6800 NOTICE Your vehicle has a number of features that can help prevent theft But you can have a lot of trouble getting into your vehicle if you ever lock your key inside You may have to damage your vehicle to get in So be sure you have an extra key 2 3 Door Locks 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 Outsiders can easily enter through an unlocked door when you slow down or stop your vehicle This may not be so obvious You increase the chance of being thrown out of the vehicle in a crash if the doors aren t locked Wear safety belts properly lock your doors and you will be far better off whenever you drive your vehicle There are several ways to lock and unlock your vehicle From the outside use your key or keyless entry transmitter if your vehicle is eq
155. he cap by the tether from the pin on the filler door blue N CAUTION Gasoline vapor is highly flammable It burns violently and that can cause very bad injuries Don t smoke if you re near gasoline or refueling your vehicle Keep sparks flames and smoking materials away from gasoline The button for the fuel door is on the instrument panel to the left of the steering column yellow FUEL DOOR RELEASE If your fuel filler door release won t operate there is a manual release tab The tab is located against the trim on the driver s side of the vehicle in the trunk To remove the cap turn it slowly to the left counterclockwise The cap has a spring in it if you let go of the cap too soon it will spring back to the right If you get gasoline on yourself and then something ignites it you could be badly burned Gasoline can spray out on you if you open the fuel filler cap too quickly This spray can happen if your tank is nearly full and is more likely in hot weather Open the fuel filler cap slowly and wait for any hiss noise to stop Then unscrew the cap all the way Be careful not to spill gasoline Clean gasoline from painted surfaces as soon as possible See Cleaning the Outside of Your Vehicle in the Index yellow blue When you put the cap back on turn it to the right clockwise until you hear a clicking sound Make sure you fully install the cap The diagnostic system can dete
156. he time in very hot dusty weather You may use your vehicle in making deliveries Or you may drive it to work to do errands or in many other ways Because of all the different ways people use their vehicles maintenance needs vary You may need more frequent checks and replacements So please read the following and note how you drive If you have any questions on how to keep your vehicle in good condition see your dealer This part tells you the maintenance services you should have done and when you should schedule them If you go to your dealer for your service needs you ll know that GM trained and supported service people will perform the work using genuine GM parts yellow blue The proper fluids and lubricants to use are listed in Part D Make sure whoever services your vehicle uses these All parts should be replaced and all necessary repairs done before you or anyone else drives the vehicle This schedule is for vehicles that carry passengers and cargo within recommended limits You will find these limits on your vehicle s Tire Loading Information label See Loading Your Vehicle in the Index are driven on reasonable road surfaces within legal driving limits use the recommended fuel See Fuel in the Index Scheduled Maintenance The services shown in this schedule up to 100 000 miles 166 000 km should be performed after 100 000 miles 166 000 km at the same intervals The services shown at 15
157. heat warning but see or hear no steam the problem may not be too serious Sometimes the engine can get a little too hot when you Climb a long hill on a hot day Stop after high speed driving Idle for long periods in traffic e Tow a trailer yellow blue If you get the overheat warning with no sign of steam try this for a minute or so 1 If your air conditioner is on turn it off 2 Turn on your heater to full hot at the highest fan speed and open the window as necessary 3 If you re in a traffic jam shift to NEUTRAL N otherwise shift to the highest gear while driving DRIVE D or THIRD 3 If you no longer have the overheat warning you can drive Just to be safe drive slower for about 10 minutes If the warning doesn t come back on you can drive normally If the warning continues pull over stop and park your vehicle right away If there s still no sign of steam idle the engine for three minutes while you re parked If you still have the warning turn off the engine and get everyone out of the vehicle until it cools down If your vehicle has the 3 5L V6 engine see Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode listed previously in this section You may decide not to lift the hood but to get service help right away 5 11 yellow When you decide it s safe to lift the hood here s what you ll see 3 5L V6 Engine A Coolant Surge Tank B Electric Engine Cooling Fans 3800
158. heels Don t take your vehicle through an automatic car wash that has silicon carbide tire cleaning brushes These brushes can also damage the surface of these wheels Cleaning Tires To clean your tires use a stiff brush with a tire cleaner yellow blue NOTICE When applying a tire dressing always take care to wipe off any overspray or splash from all painted surfaces on the body or wheels of the vehicle Petroleum based products may damage the paint finish and tires Sheet Metal Damage If your vehicle is damaged and requires sheet metal repair or replacement make sure the body repair shop applies anti corrosion material to the parts repaired or replaced to restore corrosion protection Finish Damage Any stone chips fractures or deep scratches in the finish should be repaired right away Bare metal will corrode quickly and may develop into a major repair expense Minor chips and scratches can be repaired with touch up materials available from your dealer or other service outlets Larger areas of finish damage can be corrected in your dealer s body and paint shop 6 59 Underbody Maintenance Chemicals used for ice and snow removal and dust control can collect on the underbody If these are not removed accelerated corrosion rust can occur on the underbody parts such as fuel lines frame floor pan and exhaust system even though they have corrosion protection At least every spring flush these materials fr
159. heels DIES QOIS Two labels on your vehicle show how much weight it 2 Put the vehicle in PARK P may properly carry The Tire Loading Information label is inside the trunk lid The label tells you the proper size speed rating and recommended inflation pressures for 4 Clamp the steering wheel in a straight ahead position the tires on your vehicle It also gives you important with a clamping device designed for towing information about the number of people that can be in 5 Release the parking brake your vehicle and the total weight you can carry This includes the weight of all occupants cargo and all nonfactory installed options 3 Set the parking brake and then remove the key 4 32 ra N MFD BY GENERAL MOTORS CORP DATE GVWR GAWR FRT THIS VEHICLE CONFORMS TO ALL MM Me TOR VEHICLE SAFETY BUMPER R ION DARDS IN EFFECT ON THE M SIN ABOVE 199 ASS CAR M J The other label is the Certification label found on the rear edge of the driver s door It tells you the gross weight capacity of your vehicle called the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating GVWR The GVWR includes the weight of the vehicle all occupants fuel and cargo Never exceed the GVWR for your vehicle or the Gross Axle Weight Rating GAWR for either the front or rear axle If you do have a heavy load spread it out Don t carry more than 167 lbs 75 kg in your trunk
160. hen go on to the next preset station Press SCAN again to stop scanning yellow blue Setting the Tone BASS Press this knob lightly so it extends Turn the knob to increase or decrease bass When you use this control the radio s tone setting will switch to manual TREB Press this knob lightly so it extends Then pull the knob all the way out Turn the knob to increase or decrease treble When you use this control the radio s tone setting will switch to manual If a station is weak or noisy you may want to decrease the treble Push the knob back into its stored position when you re not using it TONE This feature allows you to choose preset bass and treble equalization settings designed for jazz vocal pop rock and classical stations JAZZ will appear on the display when you first press TONE Each time you press it another setting will appear on the display Press it again after CLASSIC appears and MANUAL will appear Manual tone control will return to the BASS and TREB knobs Also if you use the BASS and TREB knobs control will return to them and MANUAL will appear 3 11 Adjusting the Speakers BAL Press this knob lightly so it extends Turn the knob to move the sound to the left or right speakers The middle position balances the sound between the speakers FADE Press the knob lightly so it extends Then pull the knob all the way out Turn it to move the sound to the front or rear speakers The middle position
161. hen you press the alarm button on the remote keyless entry transmitter the headlamps will flash the horn will sound repeatedly and the interior lamps will illuminate This will allow you to attract attention if needed The alarm will continue until the driver presses the alarm button on the remote keyless entry transmitter a second time the ignition is turned to ON or an alarm of 110 seconds has elapsed 2 10 yellow blue Remote Activation Verification RAV This feature helps provide audible and or visible feedback that a remote keyless entry lock or unlock command has been received and executed The ignition must be in OFF for the Remote Activation Verification to work You may select one of four operating modes for the reception of a lock command You may also select one of four operating modes for the reception of an unlock command The selection and programming of the lock and unlock modes are independent of each other The following modes are available for either lock or unlock verification Mode 1 No Verification Mode 2 Horn Chirp only Mode 3 Headlamp Flash only Mode 4 Horn Chirp and Headlamp Flash The operating mode of the Remote Activation Verification Lock RAV Lock feature will be changed when the driver performs the following sequence with the doors closed and the ignition key in ON 1 Press and hold down the power door lock switch to LOCK 2 While holding the door lock switch press and r
162. hicle in which it will be used 1 36 yellow blue An infant car bed A is a special bed made for use in a motor vehicle It s an infant restraint system designed to restrain or position a child on a continuous flat surface With an infant car bed make sure that the infant s head rests toward the center of the vehicle yellow blue 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 Ibs 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 Some infant seats come in two parts the base stays secured in the vehicle and the seat part is removable 1 37 1 38 yellow blue 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 Ibs 9 to 18 kg and about 26 to 40 inches 66 to 102 cm in height or up to around four years of age One type a convertible restraint is designed to be used either as a rear facing infant seat or a forward facing child seat blue A booster seat F G is designed for children who are about 40 to 60 Ibs or even up to 80 Ibs 18 to 27 kg or even up to 36 kg and about four to eight years of age A booster seat is designed to imp
163. hicle is equipped with the Passlock theft deterrent system Passlock is a passive theft deterrent system Passlock enables fuel if the ignition lock cylinder is turned with a valid key If a correct key is not used or the ignition lock cylinder is tampered with fuel is disabled During normal operation the SECURITY light will go off approximately five seconds after the key is turned to the ON ignition position If the engine stalls and the SECURITY light flashes wait until the light stops flashing before trying to restart the engine Remember to release the key from START as soon as the engine starts If the engine is running and the SECURITY light comes on you will be able to restart the engine if you turn the engine off However your Passlock system is not working properly and must be serviced by your dealer Your vehicle is not protected by Passlock at this time You may also want to check the fuse see Fuses and Circuit Breakers in the Index See your dealer for service In an emergency call the Oldsmobile Roadside Assistance Center at 1 800 442 OLDS 6537 In Canada call 1 800 268 6800 yellow blue New Vehicle Break In NOTICE Your vehicle doesn t need an elaborate break in But it will perform better in the long run if you follow these guidelines Don t drive at any one speed fast or slow for the first 500 miles 805 km Don t make full throttle starts Avoid making hard st
164. his 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 Follow those rules for everyone s protection First you ll want to know which restraint systems your vehicle has We ll start with the driver position Driver Position This part describes the driver s restraint system Lap Shoulder Belt The driver has a lap shoulder belt Here s how to wear it properly 1 Close and lock the door 2 Adjust the seat to see how see Seats in the Index so you can sit up straight yellow blue 3 Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you Don t let it get twisted The shoulder belt may lock if you pull the belt across you very quickly If this happens let the belt go back slightly to unlock it Then pull the belt across you more slowly 1 11 Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure If the belt isn t long enough see Safety Belt Extender at the end of this section Make sure the release button on the buckle is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to 5 To make the lap part tight pull down on the buckle end of the belt as you pull up on the shoulder belt 1 12
165. hnician do the work If you are skilled enough to do some work on your vehicle you will probably want to get the service information See Service and Owner Publications in the Index Part B Owner Checks and Services tells you what should be checked and when It also explains what you can easily do to help keep your vehicle in good condition yellow blue Part C Periodic Maintenance Inspections explains important inspections that your dealer s service department or another qualified service center should perform Part D Recommended Fluids and Lubricants lists some recommended products to help keep your vehicle properly maintained These products or their equivalents should be used whether you do the work yourself or have it done Part E Maintenance Record provides a place for you to record the maintenance performed on your vehicle Whenever any maintenance is performed be sure to write it down in this part This will help you determine when your next maintenance should be done In addition it is a good idea to keep your maintenance receipts They may be needed to qualify your vehicle for warranty repairs 7 3 Part A Scheduled Maintenance Services Using Your Maintenance Schedule We at General Motors want to help you keep your vehicle in good working condition But we don t know exactly how you ll drive it You may drive very short distances only a few times a week Or you may drive long distances all t
166. 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 8 2 Customer Satisfaction Procedure 8 7 Courtesy Transportation 8 4 Customer Assistance for Text Telephone 8 9 Warranty Information TTY Users 8 10 Reporting Safety Defects to the United 8 4 Customer Assistance Offices States Government 8 5 GM Mobility Program for Persons 8 10 Reporting Safety Defects to the with Disabilities Canadian Government 8 6 Oldsmobile Roadside Assistance Program 8 11 Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors Features and Benefits 8 11 Ordering Service and Owner Publications 8 7 Canadian Roadside Assistance in Canada Customer Satisfaction Procedure yellow blue 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 If your concern has not been resolved to your satisfaction the following steps should be taken STEP ONE Discuss your concern with a member of dealership management Normally concerns can be quickly resolved at that level If the matter has already been reviewed with the sales service or parts manager contact the owner of the dealership or the general manager STEP TWO If after
167. il fill tube and cap by twisting clockwise 8 Then fill the coolant recovery tank to the COLD mark 9 Putthe cap back on the coolant recovery tank but leave the radiator pressure cap off 5 Fill the radiator with the proper DEX COOL coolant mixture up to the base of the filler neck See Engine Coolant in the Index for more information about the proper coolant mixture If you see a stream of coolant coming from an air bleed valve close the valve Otherwise close the valve after the radiator is filled 6 Rinse or wipe any spilled coolant from the engine and the compartment 5 19 yellow GINE ap rs LEWE 10 Start the engine and let it run until you can feel the 12 Then replace the pressure cap At any time during upper radiator hose getting hot Watch out for the this procedure if coolant begins to flow out of the engine cooling fans filler neck reinstall the pressure cap Be sure the 11 By this time the coolant level inside the radiator SH om the pressure cap line up like this filler neck may be lower If the level is lower add 13 Check the coolant in the recovery tank The level in more of the proper DEX COOL coolant mixture the coolant recovery tank should be at the HOT through the filler neck until the level reaches the mark when the engine is hot or at the COLD mark base of the filler neck when the engine is cold How to Add Coolant to the Coolant Surge Tank 3 5L Engine If y
168. improve the system These can be harmful 6 28 yellow blue Checking Coolant 3800 V6 Engine The coolant recovery tank for the 3800 V6 engine is located in the engine compartment behind the headlamp on the driver s side The vehicle must be on a level surface When your engine is cold the coolant level should be at the COLD mark or a little higher When your engine is warm the level should be up to the HOT mark or a little higher If this low coolant warning light comes on and stays on it means you re low on engine coolant Adding Coolant If you need more coolant add the proper DEX COOL coolant mixture at the coolant recovery tank but be careful not to spill it If the coolant recovery tank is completely empty add coolant to the radiator See Engine Overheating in the Index yellow blue 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 never have to add coolant at the radiator Never turn the radiator pressure cap even a little when the engine and radiator are hot You can be burned if you spill coolant on hot engine parts Coolant contains ethylene glycol and it will burn if the engine parts are hot enough Don t spill coolant on a hot engine 6 29 yellow blue Checking Coolant 3 5L V6 Engine Turning the surge tank pressure cap
169. in Part C of this schedule 7 5 Scheduled Maintenance 7 500 Miles 12 500 km See Engine Oil in the Index An Emission Control Service See footnote Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 15 000 Miles 25 000 km See Engine Oil in the Index An Emission Control Service See footnote Inspect air cleaner filter if you are driving in dusty conditions Replace filter if necessary An Emission Control Service See footnote T If Equipped Replace passenger compartment air filter Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 22 500 Miles 37 500 km See Engine Oil in the Index An Emission Control Service See footnote Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 7 6 Check Oil Life Monitor If engine oil and filter are changed reset monitor Check Oil Life Monitor If engine oil and filter are changed reset monitor Check Oil Life Monitor If engine oil and filter are changed reset monitor yellow blue DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY yellow blue Scheduled Main
170. ir to your lower body You may notice this temperature difference more at some times than others Heating On cold days use FLOOR and the outside air button pushed in with the temperature knob all the way in the red area The system will bring in outside air heat it and send it to the floor ducts If your vehicle has an engine coolant heater you can use it to help your system provide warm air faster when it s cold outside 0 F 18 C or lower An engine coolant heater warms the coolant your engine and heating system use to provide heat See Engine Coolant Heater in the Index Ventilation For mild outside temperatures when little heating or cooling is needed use UPPER and outside air to direct air through your vehicle Your vehicle also has the flow through ventilation system described later in this section Defogging and Defrosting Your system has two settings for clearing the front and side windows To defrost the windows quickly use DEFROST with the temperature knob all the way in the red area To warm passengers while keeping the windows clean use DEFOG 3 4 yellow blue Air Conditioning with Automatic and Auxiliary Temperature Control If Equipped With this system you set a temperature You can then either let the system adjust airflow and force to maintain the temperature or you can manually adjust the flow and force The system works best if you keep your windows closed while using it Driver Tempe
171. is no longer secured If the code entered is incorrect SEC will appear on the display The radio will remain secured until the correct code is entered When battery power is removed and later applied to a secured radio the radio won t turn on and LOC will appear on the display To unlock a secured radio see Unlocking the Theft Deterrent Feature After a Power Loss earlier in this section 3 25 yellow blue Audio Steering Wheel Controls PROG Press this button to tune in a higher preset radio If Equipped station When playing a cassette tape press PROG to hear the other side of a tape that is playing When using If your vehicle has this the CD changer this button will seek the next selection feature you can control certain radio functions using the AM buttons on your steering wheel The range for most AM stations is greater than for FM especially at night The longer range however can cause stations to interfere with each other AM can pick up noise from things like storms and power lines Try reducing the treble to reduce this noise if you ever get it Understanding Radio Reception FM Stereo FM stereo will give you the best sound but FM signals will reach only about 10 to 40 miles 16 to 65 km Tall SEEK Press this button to tune to a higher radio buildings or hills can interfere with FM signals causing station When playing a cassette tape or compact disc the sound to come and go press SEEK
172. itlra Trailers ever Re rx reei TOUS 4 38 DRE neben eb ede p ur os gcn 2 38 Drunken Driving 0 c eee eee 4 3 Electrical Equipment Adding 3 27 6 63 Electrical System vespe atesa 6 3 Electrochromic Day Night Rearview Mirror 2 42 Engine sorie ceray esee Kad ane NE 6 11 6 12 Air 0 606626000600000 6 6 0666 6 8 Coolant tested Se EN Aa 6 26 Coolant Heater ee eee 2 0 Coolant Level Check 6 666666666666666 0600000 7 4 Coolant Temperature Gage 0 00 2 58 Exhaust scsi ri RERO DES 2 13 2 28 4 31 Fuse Block Passenger s Side 000 6 67 Identification eee eee 6 62 Oil Level Check eee esee 7 4 Overheated Protection Operating Mode 5 9 Overheating ss ker Rer tee ERE PENES 5 9 Running While Parked 005 2 29 Sp cificatiolis siei s sd Gece ee eee are 6 70 Starting YOUE cessus akan Odie eed E Db 2 17 9 4 yellow blue Engine Cooling When Trailer Towing 4 41 Engine Oil eee er RR nee RS RID RE Ya RS 6 13 JA Bling s exe oett dde hate e Aud 6 15 Additives 221 saec erem ose ane mee x quas 6 17 Change Light How to Reset 0 6
173. ize the air bag inflated Some components of the air bag module the steering wheel hub for the driver s air bag or the instrument panel for the right front passenger s bag will be hot for a short time The parts of the bag that come into contact with you may be warm but not too hot to touch There will be some smoke and dust coming from vents in the deflated air bags Air bag inflation doesn t prevent the driver from seeing or from being able to steer the vehicle nor does it stop people from leaving the vehicle 1 24 yellow blue When an air bag inflates there is dust in the air This dust could cause breathing problems for people with a history of asthma or other breathing trouble To avoid this everyone in the vehicle should get out as soon as it is safe to do so If you have breathing problems but can t get out of the vehicle after an air bag inflates then get fresh air by opening a window or door In many crashes severe enough to inflate an air bag windshields are broken by vehicle deformation Additional windshield breakage may also occur from the right front passenger air bag Air bags are designed to inflate only once After they inflate you ll need some new parts for your air bag system If you don t get them the air bag system won t be there to help protect you in another crash A new system will include air bag modules and possibly other parts The service manual for your vehicle covers the need to repl
174. ked right away Driving while this light is on could drain your battery If you must drive a short distance with the light on be certain to turn off all your accessories such as the radio and air conditioner Brake System Warning Light Your vehicle s hydraulic brake system is divided into two parts If one part isn t working the other part can still work and stop you For good braking though you need both parts working well If the warning light comes on there is a brake problem Have your brake system inspected right away This light should come on briefly when you turn the ignition key to ON BRAKE If it doesn t come on then have it fixed so it will be ready to warn you if there s a problem If the light comes on while you are driving pull off the road and stop carefully You may notice that the pedal is harder to push Or the pedal may go closer to the floor It may take longer to stop If the light is still on have the vehicle towed for service See Towing Your Vehicle in the Index Your brake system may not be working properly if the brake system warning light is on Driving with the brake system warning light on can lead to an accident If the light is still on after you ve pulled off the road and stopped carefully have the vehicle towed for service When the ignition is on the brake system warning light will also come on when you set your parking brake The light will stay on if your parking brake
175. km Check Oil Life Monitor If engine oil and filter are changed reset monitor See Engine Oil in the Index An Emission Control Service See footnote Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 90 000 Miles 150 000 km Check Oil Life Monitor If engine oil and filter are changed reset monitor See Engine Oil in the Index An Emission Control Service See footnote If Equipped Replace passenger compartment air filter Replace air cleaner filter An Emission Control Service Inspect fuel tank cap and lines for damage or leaks Inspect fuel cap gasket for any damage Replace parts as needed An Emission Control Service See footnoteT Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote yellow blue DATE SERVICED BY ACTUAL MILEAGE DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY 7 11 Scheduled Maintenance 97 500 Miles 162 500 km See Engine Oil in the Index An Emission Control Service See footnote Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 100 000 Miles 166 000 km Inspect spark plug wires An Emission Control Service Replace spark plugs An Emission
176. ld clean it as soon as possible to prevent damage to the tapes and player See Care of Your Cassette Tape Player in the Index After you clean the player press and hold EJECT for five seconds to reset the CLN indicator The radio will display to show the indicator was reset 3 18 yellow blue Playing a Compact Disc With the ignition on insert a disc partway into the slot label side up The player will pull it in and the disc should begin playing If you want to insert a CD when the ignition is off first press EJECT or RCL The CD player will play either normal size discs or the smaller 8 cm discs with an adapter Note that when the disc 1s inserted CD will be displayed When the disc is playing a box will appear around CD on the display If you select a tone setting for your CD it will be activated each time you play a CD The tone setting function is not available on the Bose radio As each new track starts to play the track number will appear in the display If E error and a number appear on the radio display and the disc comes out it could be that E20 The road is too rough The disc should play when the road is smoother E20 The disc is dirty scratched wet or upside down E20 The air is very humid If so wait about an hour and try again If any error occurs repeatedly or if an error can t be corrected please contact your dealer If your radio displays an error number write it d
177. leaning Leather Use a soft cloth with lukewarm water and a mild soap or saddle soap and wipe dry with a soft cloth Then let the leather dry naturally Do not use heat to dry For stubborn stains use a leather cleaner See your dealer for this product Never use oils varnishes solvent based or abrasive cleaners furniture polish or shoe polish on leather Soiled or stained leather should be cleaned immediately If dirt is allowed to work into the finish it can harm the leather 6 56 yellow blue Cleaning the Top of the Instrument Panel Use only mild soap and water to clean the top surfaces of the instrument panel Sprays containing silicones or waxes may cause annoying reflections in the windshield and even make it difficult to see through the windshield under certain conditions Cleaning Interior Plastic Components Use only a mild soap and water solution on a soft cloth or sponge Commercial cleaners may affect the surface finish Care of Safety Belts Keep belts clean and dry Do not bleach or dye safety belts If you do it may severely weaken them In a crash they might not be able to provide adequate protection Clean safety belts only with mild soap and lukewarm water Cleaning Glass Surfaces Glass should be cleaned often GM Glass Cleaner or a liquid household glass cleaner will remove normal tobacco smoke and dust films on interior glass See Appearance Care and Materials in the Inde
178. lem with your traction control system TRAC OFF See Traction Control System Warning Light in the Index When this warning light is on the system will not limit wheel spin Adjust your driving accordingly The traction control system automatically comes on whenever you start your vehicle To limit wheel spin especially in slippery road conditions you should always leave the system on But you can turn the traction control system off if you ever need to You should turn the system off if your vehicle ever gets stuck in sand mud ice or snow See Rocking Your Vehicle in the Index To turn the system on or off press the TRACTION CONTROL button on the console 4 10 yellow blue Enhanced Traction System 3800 V6 Engine Your vehicle is equipped with an Enhanced Traction System ETS that limits wheel spin This is especially useful in slippery road conditions The system operates only if it senses that one or both of the front wheels are spinning or beginning to lose traction When this happens the system reduces engine power and may also upshift the transaxle to limit wheel spin This light will come on when your Enhanced Traction System is limiting wheel spin See Low Traction Light in the Index LOW TRAC If your vehicle is in cruise control when the enhanced traction system begins to limit wheel spin the cruise control will automatically disengage When road conditions allow you to safely use it again
179. ll go to your dealer for all your service needs You ll get genuine GM parts and GM trained and supported service people We hope you ll want to keep your GM vehicle all GM Genuine GM parts have one of these marks ACDelco Genuine Parts Eq Goodwrench yellow blue Doing Your Own Service Work If you want to do some of your own service work you ll want to use the proper service manual It tells you much more about how to service your vehicle than this manual can To order the proper service manual see Service and Owner Publications in the Index Your vehicle has an air bag system Before attempting to do your own service work see Servicing Your Air Bag Equipped Vehicle in the Index You should keep a record with all parts receipts and list the mileage and the date of any service work you perform See Maintenance Record in the Index You can be injured and your vehicle could be damaged if you try to do service work on a vehicle without knowing enough about it Besure you have sufficient knowledge experience the proper replacement parts and tools before you attempt any vehicle maintenance task Be sure to use the proper nuts bolts and other fasteners English and metric fasteners can be easily confused If you use the wrong fasteners parts can later break or fall off You could be hurt Adding Equipment to the Outside of Your Vehicle Things you might add to the outside
180. lowing driver to get ahead of you Perhaps you can ease a little to the right 4 15 Loss of Control Let s review what driving experts say about what happens when the three control systems brakes steering and acceleration don t have enough friction where the tires meet the road to do what the driver has asked In any emergency don t give up Keep trying to steer and constantly seek an escape route or area of less danger Skidding In a skid a driver can lose control of the vehicle Defensive drivers avoid most skids by taking reasonable care suited to existing conditions and by not overdriving those conditions But skids are always possible The three types of skids correspond to your vehicle s three control systems In the braking skid your wheels aren t rolling In the steering or cornering skid too much speed or steering in a curve causes tires to slip and lose cornering force And in the acceleration skid too much throttle causes the driving wheels to spin A cornering skid is best handled by easing your foot off the accelerator pedal Remember Any traction control system helps avoid only the acceleration skid 4 16 yellow blue If your traction control system is off then an acceleration skid is also best handled by easing your foot off the accelerator pedal If your vehicle starts to slide ease your foot off the accelerator pedal and quickly steer the way you want the vehicle to go If you start stee
181. ly to slide under the lap belt If you slid under it the belt would apply force at your abdomen This could cause serious or even fatal injuries The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest These parts of the body are best able to take belt restraining forces The safety belt locks if there s a sudden stop or a crash or if you pull the belt very quickly out of the retractor 1 28 To unlatch the belt just push the button on the buckle Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides for Children and Small Adults Rear shoulder belt comfort guides will provide added safety belt comfort for children who have outgrown child restraints and for small adults When installed on a shoulder belt the comfort guide pulls the belt away from the neck and head There is one guide for each outside passenger position in the rear seat To provide added safety belt comfort for children who have outgrown child restraints and for smaller adults the comfort guides may be installed on the shoulder belts Here s how to install a comfort guide and use the safety belt 1 yellow blue Pull the elastic cord out from between the edge of the seatback and the interior body to remove the guide from its storage clip 1 29 yellowl 2 Slide the guide under and past the belt The elastic 3 Be sure that the belt is not twisted and it lies flat cord must be under the belt Then place the guide The elastic cord must be under the belt and
182. m adjustment screw Horizontal block index plate Vertical aiming level Turn the horizontal aiming screw until the indicator is lined up with zero Turn the vertical aiming screw until the level bubble is lined up with zero yellow blue Front Parking Sidemarker and Turn Signal Center High Mounted Stoplamp Cornering Lamp 1 Open the trunk 1 Remove the headlamp assembly Refer to the removal procedure earlier in this section 2 Remove the rubber bulb access cover 3 Twist and pull each bulb socket from the headlamp assembly 4 Holding the base of the bulb pull the bulb from the socket 5 Push the new bulb into the socket 6 Put the bulb socket back into the headlamp assembly and turn it clockwise until it is secure 7 Replace the rubber access cover 2 Reach through the access opening in the trunk 3 Remove the bulb by turning it one quarter of a turn counterclockwise 6 43 yellow blue Tail Stop Turn Signal lamp 4 Place the new bulb into the socket 5 Turn the bulb one quarter of a turn clockwise L Unscrew the wing nut msi of the truik 1 behind to replace the taillamp to be changed if equipped with a convenience net unhook the convenience net 2 Pull back the carpeting 3 Remove the plastic wing nuts 2 Pliers may be required to remove the wing nuts 6 Close the trunk 4 Pull the taillamp housing away from the body of the vehicle 3 5 Squeeze the tab on th
183. 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 In remote areas watch for animals If you re tired pull off the road in a safe place and rest 4 17 Night Vision No one can see as well at night as in the daytime But as we get older these differences increase A 50 year old driver may require at least twice as much light to see the same thing at night as a 20 year old What you do in the daytime can also affect your night vision For example if you spend the day in bright sunshine you are wise to wear sunglasses Your eyes will have less trouble adjusting to night But if you re driving don t wear sunglasses at night They may cut down on glare from headlamps but they also make a lot of things invisible You can be temporarily blinded by approaching headlamps It can take a second or two or even several seconds for your eyes to readjust to the dark When you are faced with severe glare as from a driver who doesn t lower the high beams or a vehicle with misaimed headlamps slow down a little Avoid staring directly into the approaching headlamps 4 18 yellow blue Keep your windshield and all the glass on your vehicle clean inside and out Glare at night is made much worse by dirt on the glass Even the inside of the glass can build up a film caused by dust Dirty glass makes lights dazzle
184. ment accelerates moves around the vehicle ahead then goes back into the right lane again A simple maneuver Not necessarily Passing another vehicle on a two lane highway is a potentially dangerous move since the passing vehicle occupies the same lane as oncoming traffic for several seconds A miscalculation an error in judgment or a brief surrender to frustration or anger can suddenly put the passing driver face to face with the worst of all traffic accidents the head on collision So here are some tips for passing Drive ahead Look down the road to the sides and to crossroads for situations that might affect your passing patterns If you have any doubt whatsoever about making a successful pass wait for a better time Watch for traffic signs pavement markings and lines If you can see a sign up ahead that might indicate a turn or an intersection delay your pass A broken center line usually indicates it s all right to pass providing the road ahead is clear Never cross a solid line on your side of the lane or a double solid line even if the road seems empty of approaching traffic Do not get too close to the vehicle you want to pass while you re awaiting an opportunity For one thing following too closely reduces your area of vision especially if you re following a larger vehicle Also you won t have adequate space if the vehicle ahead suddenly slows or stops Keep back a reasonable distance When
185. mental Restraint System SRS This part explains the Supplemental Restraint System SRS or air bag system Your vehicle has Next Generation frontal air bags one air bag for the driver and another air bag for the right front passenger yellow blue Next Generation frontal air bags are designed to help reduce the risk of injury from the force of an inflating air bag But even these air bags must inflate very quickly if they are to do their job and comply with federal regulations Here are the most important things to know about the air bag system You can be severely injured or killed in a crash if you aren t wearing your safety belt even if you have air bags Wearing your safety belt during a crash helps reduce your chance of hitting things inside the vehicle or being ejected from it CAUTION Continued 1 19 Air bags are supplemental restraints to the safety belts All air bags even Next Generation air bags are designed to work with safety belts but don t replace them Air bags are designed to work only in moderate to severe crashes where the front of your vehicle hits something They aren t designed to inflate at all in rollover rear side or low speed frontal crashes And for unrestrained occupants Next Generation air bags may provide less protection in frontal crashes than more forceful air bags have provided in the past Everyone in your vehicle should wear a safety belt properly whether
186. mething in your lane like a stalled car or an accident You may see highway signs on mountains that warn of special problems Examples are long grades passing or no passing zones a falling rocks area or winding roads Be alert to these and take appropriate action yellow Include an ice scraper a small brush or broom a supply of windshield washer fluid a rag some winter outer Here are some tips for winter driving clothing a small shovel a flashlight a red cloth and a couple of reflective warning triangles And if you will V Pavey our yiee i coor shaper Wann be driving under severe conditions include a small bag You may want to put winter emergency supplies in of sand a piece of old carpet or a couple of burlap bags your trunk to help provide traction Be sure you properly secure these items in your vehicle Driving on Snow or Ice Most of the time those places where your tires meet the road probably have good traction However if there is snow or ice between your tires and the road you can have a very slippery situation You ll have a lot less traction or grip and will need to be very careful 4 28 yellow blue What s the worst time for this Wet ice Very cold snow or ice can be slick and hard to drive on But wet ice can be even more trouble because it may offer the least traction of all You can get wet ice when it s about freezing 32 F 0 C and freezing rain begins to fall
187. motor Wait about 15 seconds between each try to help avoid draining your battery or damaging your starter 2 If it doesn t start right away hold your key in START for about three to five seconds at a time until your engine starts Wait about 15 seconds between each try to help avoid draining your battery or damaging your starter 3 If your engine still won t start or starts but then stops it could be flooded with too much gasoline Try pushing your accelerator pedal all the way to the floor and holding it there as you hold the key in START for about three seconds If the vehicle starts briefly but then stops again do the same thing but this time keep the pedal down for five or six seconds This clears the extra gasoline from the engine After waiting about 15 seconds repeat the normal starting procedure yellow blue NOTICE Your engine is designed to work with the electronics in your vehicle If you add electrical parts or accessories you could change the way the engine operates Before adding electrical equipment check with your dealer If you don t your engine might not perform properly If you ever have to have your vehicle towed see the part of this manual that tells how to do it without damaging your vehicle See Towing Your Vehicle in the Index 2 19 Engine Coolant Heater If Equipped 3800 Engine shown 3 5L similar In very cold weather 0 F 18 C or colder the engine coolant heater ca
188. mpartment Air Filter 10406026 Battery 3800 V6 5 cere ie 690 CCA 3 51 V6 iL LbRRE RR RE Reed 19000678 Engine Oil Filter 3800 VO errre kiani AC Type PF47 3 9 EN cerea oe ae teet ve Ads 25177917 PCV Valve AC Type CV892C yellow blue Surge Tank Cap SOL VO 6 05445 208 ERR EE ES ia 10296465 Radiator Cap 3800 V6 cocer ELENCO eke RC27 Spark Plugs 3800 V6 os Ss E RE aS AC Type 41 921 Gap 0 060 inches 152 cm BL VO sic ena Type PTR5C 13 12556183 Gap 0 050 inches 127 cm Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement LeDPtli oe ens tele heres 20 inches 51 cm WY PC ences Pin Vehicle Dimensions Wheelbase 109 0 inches 270 cm Front Tread Width 61 5 inches 156 cm Rear Tread Width 61 5 inches 156 cm Length 4v RES 195 9 inches 498 cm Wadtli iore ER 73 8 inches 187 cm Height ERI En 56 4 inches 143 cm 6 71 yellow blue f NOTES 6 72 yellow blue Cu 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 7 2 Introduction 7 18 Part C Periodic Maintenance Inspections 7 4 Part A Scheduled Maintenance Services 7 19 Part D Recommended Fluids and Lubricants 7 5 Scheduled Maintenance 7 20 Part E Maintenance Record 7 14 Part B Owner Checks and Services IMPORTANT
189. n in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote Inspect engine accessory drive belt An Emission Control Service Replace air cleaner filter An Emission Control Service Inspect fuel tank cap and lines for damage or leaks Inspect fuel cap gasket for any damage Replace parts as needed An Emission Control Service See footnoteT 7 9 yellow blue Scheduled Maintenance 67 500 Miles 112 500 km Check Oil Life Monitor If engine oil and filter are changed reset monitor See Engine Oil in the Index MILEAGE An Emission Control Service See footnote Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 75 000 Miles 125 000 km Check Oil Life Monitor If engine oil and filter are changed reset monitor See Engine Oil in the Index An Emission Control Service See footnote Inspect air cleaner filter if you are driving in dusty conditions Replace filter if necessary An Emission Control Service See footnote T If Equipped Replace passenger compartment air filter Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 7 10 Scheduled Maintenance 82 500 Miles 137 500
190. n Centre 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa Ontario L1H 8P7 Weight of the Trailer Tongue The tongue load A of any trailer is an important weight to measure because it affects the total or gross weight of your vehicle The Gross Vehicle Weight GVW includes the curb weight of the vehicle any cargo you may carry in it and the people who will be riding in the vehicle And if you tow a trailer you must add the tongue load to the GVW because your vehicle will be carrying that weight too See Loading Your Vehicle in the Index for more information about your vehicle s maximum load capacity If you re using a weight carrying hitch the trailer tongue A should weigh 10 percent of the total loaded trailer weight B If you have a weight distributing hitch the trailer tongue A should weigh 12 percent of the total loaded trailer weight B After you ve loaded your trailer weigh the trailer and then the tongue separately to see if the weights are proper If they aren t you may be able to get them right simply by moving some items around in the trailer yellow blue Total Weight on Your Vehicle s Tires Be sure your vehicle s tires are inflated to the upper limit for cold tires You ll find these numbers on the Tire Loading Information label inside of the trunk lid or see Loading Your Vehicle in the Index Then be sure you don t go over the GVW limit for your vehicle including the weight of the trailer tongue Hitche
191. n a failure to pass a required Emission Inspection Maintenance test 2 60 yellow blue This light should come on as a check to show you it is 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 of two ways Light Flashing A misfire condition has been detected A misfire increases vehicle emissions and may damage the emission control system on your vehicle Dealer or qualified service center diagnosis and service may be required Light On Steady An emission control system malfunction has been detected on your vehicle Dealer or qualified service center diagnosis and service may be required If the Light Is Flashing The following may prevent more serious damage to your vehicle Reducing vehicle speed Avoiding hard accelerations Avoiding steep uphill grades e If you are towing a trailer reduce the amount of cargo being hauled as soon as it is possible If the light stops flashing and remains on steady see If the Light Is On Steady following If the light continues to flash when it is safe to do so stop the vehicle Find a safe place to park your vehicle Turn the key off wait at least 10 seconds and restart the engine If the light remains on steady see If the Light Is On Steady following If the light is still flashing follow the previous steps and drive the vehicle
192. n help You ll get easier starting and better fuel economy during engine warm up Usually the coolant heater should be plugged in a minimum of four hours prior to starting your vehicle To Use the Engine Coolant Heater 1 Turn off the engine 2 20 yellow blue 2 Open the hood and unwrap the electrical cord The cord is located near the air cleaner assembly 3 Plug it into a normal grounded 110 volt AC outlet Plugging the cord into an ungrounded outlet could cause an electrical shock Also the wrong kind of extension cord could overheat and cause a fire You could be seriously injured Plug the cord into a properly grounded three prong 110 volt AC outlet If the cord won t reach use a heavy duty three prong extension cord rated for at least 15 amps 4 Before starting the engine be sure to unplug and store the cord as it was before to keep it away from moving engine parts If you don t it could be damaged How long should you keep the coolant heater plugged in The answer depends on the outside temperature the kind of oil you have and some other things Instead of trying to list everything here we ask that you contact your dealer in the area where you ll be parking your vehicle The dealer can give you the best advice for that particular area Automatic Transaxle Operation Your automatic transaxle has a shift lever on the console between the seats Maximum engine speed is limited on automatic transaxle
193. n the child restraint You may find it helpful to use your knee to push down on the child restraint as you tighten the belt 7 Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure To remove the child restraint just unbuckle the vehicle s safety belt and let it go back all the way The safety belt will move freely again and be ready to work for an adult or larger child passenger 1 48 blue Larger Children Children who have outgrown child restraints should wear the vehicle s safety belts If you have the choice a child should sit next to a window so the child can wear a lap shoulder belt and get the additional restraint a shoulder belt can provide 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 yellow blue 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 Q What if a child is wearing a lap shoulder belt but the child is so small that the shoulder belt is very close to the child s face or neck Move the child toward the center of the vehicle but be sure that the
194. n the instrument panel cluster will of the instrument panel come on after the cruise control has been set to the to turn it on A light on desired speed It will go off when you the button will indicate that ilie system ison step lightly on the brake pedal press CLEAR on the steering wheel or press the CRUISE button on the instrument panel 2 Get up to the speed you want 2 35 Resuming a Set Speed Suppose you set your cruise control at a desired speed and then you apply the brake This of course shuts off the cruise control But you don t need to reset it Once you re going about 25 mph 40 km h or more press the RES ACCEL button on your steering wheel You ll go right back up to your chosen speed and stay there Increasing Speed While Using Cruise Control There are two ways to go to a higher speed Use the accelerator pedal to get to the higher speed Press the COAST SET button on the steering wheel then release the button and the accelerator pedal You ll now cruise at the higher speed 2 36 yellow blue Press the RES ACCEL button on the steering wheel Hold it there until you get up to the speed you want and then release the button To increase your speed in very small amounts press the RES ACCEL button for less than half a second and then release it Each time you do this your vehicle will go mph 1 6 km h faster The accelerate feature will only work after you set the
195. nce and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device Changes or modifications to this system by other than an authorized service facility could void authorization to use this equipment This system has a range of about 3 feet 1 m up to 30 feet 9 m At times you may notice a decrease in range This is normal for any remote keyless entry system If the transmitter does not work or if you have to stand closer to your vehicle for the transmitter to work try this Check to determine if battery replacement is necessary See the instructions that follow Check the distance You may be too far from your vehicle You may need to stand closer during rainy or snowy weather Check the location Other vehicles or objects may be blocking the signal Take a few steps to the left or right hold the transmitter higher and try again If you re still having trouble see your dealer or a qualified technician for service 2 9 Operation Press UNLOCK once to unlock the driver s door and to turn the interior lamps on see Illumination on Remote Activation in the Index for more details Press UNLOCK again within five seconds to unlock all doors To lock all doors press LOCK To unlock the trunk press the trunk symbol on the remote keyless entry transmitter The trunk will only unlock when the vehicle is in PARK P Remote Alarm W
196. nction Lever 2 31 Turn Signals When Towing a Trailer 4 39 yellow blue Unaerboay Flushing Service 000 7 17 Wheel Underbody Maintenance 0000 6 60 Alignment 4 12 eer ree dane eis 6 52 Underhood Electrical Center Passenger s Side 6 67 Nut Torque cse ene Er I Remo eae 5 34 Replacement pH en Eque Serangoon dina 6 52 Vehicle Wirench e stinet mE ERE 5 27 Cantal 4 5 Wind OWS exse cicir Pes RIS 2 30 OMEO ees XM QE IL cx ease Windshield Washer sese eee 2 34 Damage Warnings 0 cece ee eee eens iv Di 6 71 Juin 6 33 TES STIS sie peas aue aeons ers ease gee ee Fluid Level Check 0 eene 7 14 Identification Number 00 005 6 62 Windshield Wipers 2 33 Loading eec IE USTPDAR E DE 4 32 Blade Cleaning n on anerer eese eese 6 45 Recreational Towing 0 0 0 0 00 0000 4 31 Blade Replacement 0 0 0 0 0 00005 6 45 LOMA BS PT 6 37 Ventilation Syst 3 8 USCS ark ah eee IE PP E A 6 63 agli SOM RL ee Winter Driving 0 cece eee ene 4 27 Visor Vanity Mirrors 0 0 0 cece eee 2 46 Winer Blade Check 7 15 Visors Sun 2 46 iper Blade Check 00 eee cece eee dd cc C D C C LE Wiper Blades Cleaning
197. ndition anytime battery power is removed If your battery loses power for any reason you must unlock the radio with the secret code before it will operate 3 23 Activating the Theft Deterrent Feature The instructions which follow explain how to enter your secret code to activate the THEFTLOCK system It is recommended that you read through all nine steps before starting the procedure NOTE If you allow more than 15 seconds to elapse between any steps the radio automatically reverts to time and you must start the procedure over at Step 4 1 Write down any three or four digit number from 000 to 1999 and keep it in a safe place separate from the vehicle 2 Tum the ignition to ACC or ON 3 Turn the radio off 4 Press the 1 and 4 buttons together Hold them down until shows on the display Next you will use the secret code number which you have written down 5 Press MN and 000 will appear on the display 6 Press MN again to make the last two digits agree with your code 7 Press HR to make the first one or two digits agree with your code 3 24 yellow blue 8 Press AM FM after you have confirmed that the code matches the secret code you have written down The display will show REP to let you know that you need to repeat Steps 5 through 7 to confirm your secret code 9 Press AM FM and this time the display will show SEC to let you know that your radio is secure Unlocking the Theft Deterrent Feature Afte
198. ne Coolant 50 50 mixture of clean drinkable Assembly GM Part No 12346293 or water and use only GM Secondary Latch equivalent or lubricant meeting Goodwrench DEX COOL or Pivots Spring requirements of NLGI 2 Havoline DEX COOL Anchor and Category LB or GC LB Coolant See Engine Coolant in Release Pawl the Index Hood and Door Multi Purpose Lubricant Hydraulic Brake Delco Supreme 11 Brake Fluid Hinges Superlube GM Part System GM Part No 12377967 or No 12346241 or equivalent equivalent DOT 3 Brake Fluid Weatherstrip Dielectric Silicone Grease GM Conditioning Part No 12345579 or equivalent 7 19 yellow blue Part E Maintenance Record After the scheduled services are performed record the Services or Periodic Maintenance can be added on date odometer reading and who performed the service the following record pages Also you should retain all in the boxes provided after the maintenance interval maintenance receipts Your owner information portfolio Any additional information from Owner Checks and is a convenient place to store them Maintenance Record ODOMETER DATE READING SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED yellow blue Maintenance Record ODOMETER DATE READING SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED yellow blue Maintenance Record ODOMETER DATE READING SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED yellow blue Cu Section 8 Customer Assistance Information Here you will find out
199. ned and your vehicle could be damaged Add brake fluid only when work is done on the brake hydraulic system yellow blue When your brake fluid falls to a low level your brake warning light will come on See Brake System Warning Light in the Index What to Add When you do need brake fluid use only DOT 3 brake fluid Use new brake fluid from a sealed container only Refer to Recommended Fluids and Lubricants in the Maintenance Schedule Always clean the brake fluid reservoir cap and the area around the cap before removing it This will help keep dirt from entering the reservoir 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 6 35 NOTICE Using the wrong fluid can badly damage brake system parts For example just a few drops of mineral based oil such as engine oil in your brake system can damage brake system parts so badly that they ll have to be replaced Don t let someone put in the wrong kind of fluid If you spill brake fluid on your vehicle s painted surfaces the paint finish can be damaged Be careful not to spill brake fluid on your vehicle If you do wash it off immediately See Appearance Care in the Index Brake Wear Your vehicle has four wheel disc brakes Disc brake pads have built in wear indicators that make a high pitched warning sound when the br
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201. ng traction tests and does not include acceleration cornering hydroplaning or peak traction characteristics yellow blue Temperature A B C The temperature grades are A the highest B and C representing the tire s resistance to the generation of heat and its ability to dissipate heat when tested under controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel Sustained high temperature can cause the material of the tire to degenerate and reduce tire life and excessive temperature can lead to sudden tire failure The grade C corresponds to a level of performance which all passenger car tires must meet under the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No 109 Grades B and A represent higher levels of performance on the laboratory test wheel than the minimum required by law Warning The temperature grade for this tire is established for a tire that is properly inflated and not overloaded Excessive speed underinflation or excessive loading either separately or in combination can cause heat buildup and possible tire failure 6 51 Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance The wheels on your vehicle were aligned and balanced carefully at the factory to give you the longest tire life and best overall performance Scheduled wheel alignment and wheel balancing are not needed However if you notice unusual tire wear or your vehicle pulling one way or the other the alignment may need to be reset If you notice your vehicle
202. nged For additional information see Engine Oil When to Change in the Index To reset the Oil Life Monitor See How to Reset the Change Oil Light in the Index Security Light This light will come on when you turn the key to START and will stay on until the vehicle starts SECURITY If you re driving and the security light comes on and remains on your Passlock system is not working properly Your vehicle is not protected by Passlock and you should see your dealer 2 63 yellow blue Cruise Light Fuel Gage The CRUISE light comes on whenever you set your CRU SE cruise control See Cruise Control in the Index Your fuel gage tells you about how much fuel you have left when the ignition is on Low Washer Fluid Light This light will come on when your ignition is on to When the indicator nears E EMPTY you still have a check the bulb and will little fuel left but you should get more soon come on when your washer fluids lw Here are four things that some owners ask about All these things are normal and do not indicate that anything is wrong with your fuel gage Atthe gas station the gas pump shuts off before the gage reads F FULL Ittakes more or less fuel to fill up than the gage reads For example the gage reads half full but it took more or less than half of the tank s capacity to fill it 2 64 The gage pointer may move while cornering braking or speedin
203. nition your cruise control set speed memory is erased yellow blue Exterior Lamps The lamp controls are located on the multifunction lever on the left of the steering wheel They control these systems Headlamps Taillamps Parking Lamps License Lamps Sidemarker Lamps Instrument Panel Lights SO Turn the end of the lever to this symbol to turn on the headlamps and other operating lamps 00 Turn the end of the lever to this symbol to turn on the parking and other operating lamps without the headlamps Turn the end of the lever to OFF to turn off the lamps A warning chime will sound if you open the driver s door when you turn the ignition switch to OFF or ACC with the lamps on 2 37 Daytime Running Lamps Automatic Headlamp Control Daytime Running Lamps DRL can make it easier for others to see the front of your vehicle during the day DRL can be helpful in many different driving conditions but they can be especially helpful in the short periods after dawn and before sunset A light sensor on top of the instrument panel makes the DRL work so be sure it isn t covered The DRL system will make your front turn signal lamps come on when the ignition is on the headlamp switch is off and the parking brake is released When the DRL are on only your front turn signal lamps will be on The headlamps taillamps sidemarker and other lamps won t be on Your instrument panel won t be lit u
204. nscrew the cap and wipe the dipstick with a clean rag Replace the cap and completely tighten it Then remove the cap again and look at the fluid level on the dipstick 3800 V6 Engine 6 32 yellow blue 3 5L V6 Engine The level should be at the FULL COLD mark for the 3800 V6 engine and in the cross hatched area for the 3 5L V6 engine If necessary add only enough fluid to bring the level up to the mark What to Use To determine what kind of fluid to use see Recommended Fluids and Lubricants in the Index Always use the proper fluid Failure to use the proper fluid can cause leaks and damage hoses and seals Windshield Washer Fluid What to Use When you need windshield washer fluid be sure to read the manufacturer s instructions before use If you will be operating your vehicle in an area where the temperature may fall below freezing use a fluid that has sufficient protection against freezing Adding Washer Fluid If the windshield washer fluid level in your vehicle is low the LOW WASHER FLUID warning light on the instrument panel will come on You will need to add fluid soon yellow blue Open the cap labeled WASHER FLUID ONLY Add washer fluid until the tank is full 6 33 yellow blue NOTICE eise Brake Fluid When using concentrated washer fluid follow the manufacturer s instructions for adding water Don t mix water with ready to use washer fluid Water can cause the solution to f
205. ntrol If you prefer to manually control the heating cooling and ventilation in your vehicle set the system to the temperature and fan speed you want Next push the desired airflow direction pushbutton The system will try to maintain the temperature you set using the mode you select The following suggestions will help the system run more efficiently in manual mode Fan Button 6 The button below the display is used to manually select the force of air you want The display will show the fan speed Fan control is no longer automatic but the system remains in auto temperature control If the airflow seems very low when the fan knob is turned to the highest setting regardless of the mode setting your passenger compartment air filter 1f equipped may need to be replaced See Maintenance Schedule in the Index A C Button Press the A C button to turn compressor on off AUTO will be extinguished but system will maintain auto air delivery and auto blower Mode Button The MODE button is used to control the direction of airflow when the system is not in AUTO The first press will display the current airflow direction Repeated pressing will cycle through the following air flow directions shown in the display gt o F UPPER This setting directs air through the instrument panel outlets 3 6 yellow blue gt o 1 BI LEV This directs air two ways Half of the air is directed through the instrument panel outlets
206. o reset the CHANGE OIL Light whenever the oil is changed 6 17 How to Reset the CHANGE OIL Light After changing the engine oil the system must be reset To reset the CHANGE OIL light after an oil change 1 With the ignition key in ON but the engine off fully push and release the accelerator pedal slowly three times within five seconds 2 If the CHANGE OIL light flashes the system is resetting 3 Turn the key to OFF after the light has finished flashing then start the vehicle If the CHANGE OIL light comes back on the engine oil life monitor has not reset Repeat the procedure What to Do with Used Oil Did you know that used engine oil contains certain elements that may be unhealthy for your skin and could even cause cancer Don t let used oil stay on your skin for very long Clean your skin and nails with soap and water or a good hand cleaner Wash or properly throw away clothing or rags containing used engine oil See the manufacturer s warnings about the use and disposal of oil products 6 18 yellow blue Used oil can be a real threat to the environment If you change your own oil be sure to drain all free flowing oil from the filter before disposal Don t ever dispose of oil by putting it in the trash pouring it on the ground into sewers or into streams or bodies of water Instead recycle it by taking it to a place that collects used oil If you have a problem properly disposing of your used oil
207. o use our service it is added security while traveling for you and your family Remember we re only a phone call away Oldsmobile Roadside Assistance 1 800 442 OLDS 6537 Canadian Roadside Assistance Vehicles purchased in Canada have an extensive roadside assistance program accessible from anywhere in Canada or the United States Please refer to the separate brochure provided by the dealer or call 1 800 268 6800 for emergency services Courtesy Transportation Oldsmobile has always exemplified quality and value in its offering of motor vehicles To enhance your ownership experience we and our participating dealerships are proud to offer Courtesy Transportation a customer support program for new vehicles The Courtesy Transportation program is offered to retail purchase lease customers in conjunction with the Bumper to Bumper coverage provided by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty Several transportation options are available when warranty repairs are required This will reduce your inconvenience during warranty repairs 8 7 Plan Ahead When Possible When your vehicle requires warranty service you should contact your dealer and request an appointment By scheduling a service appointment and advising your service consultant of your transportation needs your dealer can help minimize your inconvenience If it is determined that your vehicle cannot be scheduled into the service department immediately and is still operative
208. of filter to use see Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts in the Index 6 22 yellow blue Automatic Transaxle Fluid When to Check and Change A good time to check your automatic transaxle fluid level is when the engine oil is changed Change both the fluid and filter every 50 000 miles 83 000 km if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90 F 32 C or higher Inhilly or mountainous terrain When doing frequent trailer towing Uses such as found in taxi police or delivery service If you do not use your vehicle under any of these conditions change the fluid and filter at 100 000 miles 166 000 km See Scheduled Maintenance Services in the Index yellow blue How to Check Wait at least 30 minutes before checking the transaxle fluid level if have been driving Because this operation can be a little difficult you Mod c M aL CE DE may choose to have this done at the dealership When outside temperatures are above 90 F 32 C service department At high speed for quite a while If you do it yourself be sure to follow all the In heavy traffic especially in hot weather instructions here or you could get a false reading e While pulling a trailer on the dipstick To get the right reading the fluid should be at normal operating temperature which is NOTICE 180 F to 200 F 82 C
209. of your vehicle can affect the airflow around it This may cause wind noise and affect windshield washer performance Check with your dealer before adding equipment to the outside of your vehicle yellow blue Fuel Use regular unleaded gasoline rated at 87 octane or higher It is recommended that the gasoline meet specifications which have been developed by the American Automobile Manufacturers Association AAMA and endorsed by the Canadian Motor Vehicle Manufacturers Association for better vehicle performance and engine protection Gasolines meeting the AAMA specification could provide improved driveability and emission control system performance compared to other gasolines For more information write to American Automobile Manufacturer s Association 7430 Second Ave Suite 300 Detroit MI 48202 Be sure the posted octane is at least 87 If the octane is less than 87 you may get a heavy knocking noise when you drive If it s bad enough it can damage your engine If you re using fuel rated at 87 octane or higher and you hear heavy knocking your engine needs service But don t worry if you hear a little pinging noise when you re accelerating or driving up a hill That s normal and you don t have to buy a higher octane fuel to get rid of pinging It s the heavy constant knock that means you have a problem If your vehicle is certified to meet California Emission Standards indicated on the underhood emission control label
210. om the underbody with plain water Clean any areas where mud and other debris can collect Dirt packed in closed areas of the frame should be loosened before being flushed Your dealer or an underbody car washing system can do this for you 6 60 yellow blue Chemical Paint Spotting Some weather and atmospheric conditions can create a chemical fallout Airborne pollutants can fall upon and attack painted surfaces on your vehicle This damage can take two forms blotchy ringlet shaped discolorations and small irregular dark spots etched into the paint surface Although no defect in the paint job causes this Oldsmobile will repair at no charge to the owner the surfaces of new vehicles damaged by this fallout condition within 12 months or 12 000 miles 20 000 km of purchase whichever occurs first yellow blue GM Vehicle Care Appearance Materials 1052918 8 oz 0 237 L or Afi Protectant Protects leather wood acrylics Plexiglas plastic rubber and vinyl 1052925 16 oz 0 473 L Multi Purpose Interior Cleans carpets seats interior trim door panels Cleaner and floor mats See your General Motors Parts Department for these products For exterior use only See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants in the Index Not recommended for use on instrument panels 6 61 Vehicle Identification Number VIN SAMPLE4UXXMO072675 ENGINE 1999 4 cuam ASSEMBLY CODE MODEL YEAR PLANT This is the legal identi
211. ome in through your engine s air intake and badly damage your engine Never drive through water that is slightly lower than the underbody of your vehicle If you can t avoid deep puddles or standing water drive through them very slowly Some Other Rainy Weather Tips Besides slowing down allow some extra following distance And be especially careful when you pass another vehicle Allow yourself more clear room ahead and be prepared to have your view restricted by road spray Have good tires with proper tread depth See Tires in the Index yellow blue City Driving One of the biggest problems with city streets is the amount of traffic on them You ll want to watch out for what the other drivers are doing and pay attention to traffic signals 4 21 yellow blue Here are ways to increase your safety in city driving Freeway 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 Try to use the freeways that rim and crisscross most large cities You ll save time and energy See the next part Freeway Driving Treat a green light as a warning signal A traffic light is there because the corner is busy enough to need it When a light turns green and just before you start to move check both ways for vehicles that have not cleared the intersection or may be running the red li
212. on 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 For vehicles first sold in Canada substitute the name General Motors of Canada Limited for Oldsmobile Division whenever it appears in this manual Please keep this manual in your vehicle so it will be there if you ever need it when you re on the road If you sell the vehicle please leave this manual in it so the new owner can use it Litho in U S A Part No 22600386 A First Edition ii AS CERTIFIED WE SUPPORT VOLUNTARY TECHNICIAN CERTIFICATION THROUGH National Institute for AUTOMOTIVE SERVICE EXCELLENCE S yellow blue We support voluntary technician certification For Canadian Owners Who Prefer a French Language Manual Aux propri taires canadiens Vous pouvez vous procurer un exemplaire de ce guide en fran ais chez votre concessionaire ou au DGN Marketing Services Ltd 1577 Meyerside Dr Mississauga Ontario L5T 1B9 Copyright General Motors Corporation 1998 All Rights Reserved How to Use this Manual Many people read their owner s manual from beginning to end when they first receive their new vehicle If you do this it will help you learn about the features and controls for your vehicle In this manual you ll find that pictures and words work together to explain things quickly Index A good
213. on Plan CAMVAP The BBB Auto Line Program is an out of court program administered by the Council of Better Business Bureaus to settle automotive disputes regarding vehicle repairs or the interpretation of the New Vehicle Limited Warranty Although you are required to resort to this informal dispute resolution program prior to filing any court action use of the program is free of charge and your case will generally be heard within 40 days If you do not agree with the decision given in your case you may reject it and proceed with any other venue for relief available to you You may contact the BBB using the toll free telephone number or write them at the following address BBB Auto Line Council of Better Business Bureaus Inc 4200 Wilson Boulevard Suite 800 Arlington VA 22203 1804 Telephone 1 800 955 5100 This program is available in all 50 states and the District of Columbia Eligibility is limited by vehicle age mileage and other factors General Motors reserves the right to change eligibility limitations and or discontinue its participation in this program yellow blue Customer Assistance for Text Telephone TTY Users To assist customers who are deaf hard of hearing or speech impaired and who use Text Telephones TTYs Oldsmobile has TTY equipment available at its Customer Assistance Network Any TTY user can communicate with Oldsmobile by dialing 1 800 833 OLDS TTY users in Canada can dial 1 800 263 3830
214. on t I be trapped in the vehicle after an accident if I m wearing a safety belt A You could be whether you re wearing a safety belt or not But you can unbuckle a safety belt even if you re upside down And your chance of being conscious during and after an accident so you can unbuckle and get out is much greater if you are belted iS If my vehicle has air bags why should I have to wear safety belts E Air bags are in many vehicles today and will be in most of them in the future But they are supplemental systems only so they work with safety belts not instead of them Every air bag system ever offered for sale has required the use of safety belts Even if you re in a vehicle that has air bags you still have to buckle up to get the most protection That s true not only in frontal collisions but especially in side and other collisions 1 10 yellow blue Q If Pm a good driver and I never drive far from A home why should I wear safety belts You may be an excellent driver but if you re in an accident even one that isn t your fault you and your passengers can be hurt Being a good driver doesn t protect you from things beyond your control such as bad drivers Most accidents occur within 25 miles 40 km of home And the greatest number of serious injuries and deaths occur at speeds of less than 40 mph 65 km h Safety belts are for everyone How to Wear Safety Belts Properly Adults T
215. onsumed The drinker s body weight The amount of food that is consumed before and during drinking The length of time it has taken the drinker to consume the alcohol According to the American Medical Association a 180 16 82 kg person who drinks three 12 ounce 355 ml bottles of beer in an hour will end up with a BAC of about 0 06 percent The person would reach the same BAC by drinking three 4 ounce 120 ml glasses of wine or three mixed drinks if each had 1 1 2 ounces 45 ml of a liquor like whiskey gin or vodka It s the amount of alcohol that counts For example if the same person drank three double martinis 3 ounces or 90 ml of liquor each within an hour the person s BAC would be close to 0 12 percent A person who consumes food just before or during drinking will have a somewhat lower BAC level There is a gender difference too Women generally have a lower relative percentage of body water than men 4 4 yellow blue 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 In a growing number of U S states and throughout Canada the limit is 0 08 percent In some other countries it s even lower The BAC limit for all commercial drivers in the United States is 0 04 percent The BAC will be over
216. ooks C Dead Battery NOTICE Use the proper towing equipment to avoid damage to the bumper fascia or fog lamp areas of the vehicle With current trends in automotive styles and design it is essential that the correct towing equipment is used to tow a vehicle Your vehicle can be towed with wheel lift or car carrier equipment Don t have your vehicle towed on the drive wheels unless you must If the vehicle must be towed on the drive wheels do not tow the vehicle more than 500 cumulative miles 800 km or exceed 50 mph 80 km h If these limitations must be exceeded then the drive wheels have to be supported on a dolly Consult your dealer or a professional towing service if you need to have your vehicle towed See Roadside Assistance in the Index Engine Overheating You will find a coolant temperature gage and a warning light about a hot engine on your instrument panel See Engine Coolant Temperature Gage and Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Light in the Index You also have a low coolant light on your instrument panel See Low Coolant Light in the Index yellow blue Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode 3 5L V6 Engine Only 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 In this mod
217. ops for the first 200 miles 322 km or so During this time your new brake linings aren t yet broken in Hard stops with new linings can mean premature wear and earlier replacement Follow this breaking in guideline every time you get new brake linings Don t tow a trailer during break in See Towing a Trailer in the Index for more information 2 15 Ignition Positions Leaving children in a vehicle with the ignition key is dangerous for many reasons A child or others could be 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 2 16 yellow blue Your ignition switch is located on the instrument panel With the ignition key in the switch you can turn the switch to four positions OFF A Before you put the key into the ignition switch the switch is in OFF It s also the only position from which you can remove your key This position locks your ignition and transaxle It s a theft deterrent feature ACC B This position lets you use things like the radio and windshield wipers when the engine is off Your steering wheel will unlock Use ACC if you must have your vehicle pushed or towed This position lets you turn off the ignition ON C This position is where the key returns after you start the vehicle With the engine off you can use ON to display some of your warning and indicator lights START D This
218. or horizontal aim or if oncoming drivers flash their high beams at you for vertical aim If you believe your headlamps need to be re aimed we recommend that you take it to your dealer for service however it is possible for you to re aim your headlamps as described in the following procedure yellow blue NOTICE To make sure your headlamps are aimed properly read all the instructions before beginning Failure to follow these instructions could cause damage to headlamp parts The vehicle should be properly prepared as follows The vehicle must have all four tires on a perfectly level surface Ifnecessary pads may be used on an uneven surface The vehicle should not have any snow ice or mud attached to it The vehicle should be fully assembled and all other work stopped while headlamp aiming is being done There should not be any cargo or loading of the vehicle except it should have a full tank of fuel and one person or 160 Ibs 75 kg on the driver s seat Close all doors Tires should be properly inflated Rock the vehicle to stabilize the suspension 6 41 A Horizontal aim adjustment screw B Vertical aim adjustment screw Start with the horizontal aim The adjustment screws can be turned with an E8 torx socket Once the horizontal aim is adjusted then adjust the vertical aim gt Ua uw Horizontal aim adjustment screw shown in previous photo Vertical ai
219. ou haven t found a problem yet but the coolant level isn t at the FULL COLD mark add a 50 50 mixture of clean drinkable water and DEX COOL coolant at the coolant surge tank but be sure the cooling system including the coolant surge tank pressure cap is cool before you do it See Engine Coolant in the Index for more information 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 coolant surge tank pressure cap even a little they can come out at high speed Never turn the cap when the cooling system including the coolant surge tank pressure cap is hot Wait for the cooling system and coolant surge tank pressure cap to cool if you ever have to turn the pressure cap yellow blue 5 21 Adding only plain water to your cooling system can be dangerous Plain water or some other liquid like alcohol can boil before the proper coolant mixture will Your vehicle s coolant warning system is set for the proper coolant mixture With plain water or the wrong mixture your engine could get too hot but you wouldn t get the overheat warning Your engine could catch fire and you or others could be burned Use a 50 50 mixture of clean drinkable water and DEX COOL coolant NOTICE In cold weather water can freeze and crack the engine radiator heater core and other parts So use the recommended coolant 5 22 blue N CAUTION
220. our vehicle in good shape Check all fluid levels and also the brakes tires cooling system and transaxle These parts can work hard on mountain roads Know how to go down hills The most important thing to know is this let your engine do some of the slowing down Shift to a lower gear when you go down a steep or long hill If you don t shift down your brakes could get so hot that they wouldn t work well You would then have poor braking or even none going down a Driving on steep hills or mountains is different from hill You could crash Shift down to let your driving in flat or rolling terrain engine assist your brakes on a steep downhill slope 4 25 Coasting downhill in NEUTRAL N or with the ignition off is dangerous Your brakes will have to do all the work of slowing down They could get so hot that they wouldn t work well You would then have poor braking or even none going down a hill You could crash Always have your engine running and your vehicle in gear when you go downhill Know how to go uphill You may want to shift down to a lower gear The lower gears help cool your engine and transaxle and you can climb the hill better 4 26 yellow blue Stay in your own lane when driving on two lane roads in hills or mountains Don t swing wide or cut across the center of the road Drive at speeds that let you stay in your own lane As you go over the top of a hill be alert There could be so
221. ow traction light comes on so adjust your driving accordingly The light will stay on for a few seconds after the anti lock system stops adjusting brake pressure or the Enhanced Traction System stops limiting wheel spin The low traction light also comes on briefly when you turn the ignition key to ON If the light doesn t come on then have it fixed so it will be there to tell you when the anti lock brake system Enhanced Traction System or Traction Control System is active Slippery road conditions may exist if the low traction light comes on so adjust your driving accordingly 2 58 yellow blue Engine Coolant Temperature Gage You have a gage that shows the engine coolant temperature If the gage moves into the red area your engine is too hot That reading means the same thing as the warning light It means that your engine coolant has overheated If you have been operating your vehicle under normal driving conditions you should pull off the road stop your vehicle and turn off the engine as soon as possible In Problems on the Road this manual shows what to do See Engine Overheating in the Index Low Coolant Warning Light If this light comes on your system is low on coolant and the engine may overheat See Engine Coolant in the Index and have your vehicle serviced as soon as you can This light will come on briefly when the ignition is turned to ON yellow blue Malfunction Indi
222. own and provide it to your dealer when reporting the problem REV 1 Press and hold this button to quickly reverse within a track You will hear sound at a reduced volume The display will show elapsed time FWD 2 Press and hold this button to quickly advance within a track You will hear sound at a reduced volume The display will show elapsed time RDM 5 Press this button to hear the tracks in random rather than sequential order RDM will appear on the display when you press this button TONE Press this button to select a tone while playing a compact disc The tone that you set will be activated each time you play a compact disc This button is not available on the Bose radio SEEK Press the down arrow to go to the start of the current track if more than eight seconds have played Press the up arrow to go to the next track If you hold the button or press it more than once the player will continue moving rearward or forward through the disc SCAN Press this button to listen to each selection for a few seconds The disc will go to the next selection stop for a few seconds then go on to the next selection Press yellow blue this button again to stop scanning The sound will mute while scanning SCAN will appear on the display RCL Press this button to see which track is playing Press it again within five seconds to see how long it has been playing To change what is normally shown on the display track or ela
223. p either When it s dark enough outside your front turn signal lamps will turn off and your headlamps and parking lamps will turn on 2 38 yellow blue When it s bright enough outside your headlamps will go off and your front turn signal lamps will come on To idle your vehicle with the DRL off set the parking brake while the ignition is in OFF Then start your vehicle The DRL headlamps and parking lamps will stay off until you release the parking brake As with any vehicle you should turn on the regular headlamp system when you need it Fog Lamps To turn the fog lamps on press the fog lamp switch on the left side of the ums instrument panel 0 A light will glow on the switch to let you know that they are on Your parking lamps must be on or your fog lamps won t come on Press the switch again to turn the fog lamps off The fog lamps will go off whenever you change to high beam headlamps When you return to low beams the fog lamps will come on again Interior Lamps Instrument Panel Brightness Control You can brighten or dim the instrument panel lights by turning the interior lamps dial Turn the dial up to increase the brightness of the instrument panel lights Turn the dial down to decrease the brightness yellow blue Courtesy Lamps When any door is opened several lamps come on These lamps are courtesy lamps They make it easy for you to enter and leave your vehicle You can also tu
224. p the trailer from moving To be sure your vehicle won t move even when you re on fairly level ground use the steps that follow If you re pulling a trailer see Towing a Trailer in the Index 1 Hold the brake pedal down with your right foot and set the parking brake 2 25 2 Move the shift lever into PARK P like this Hold in the button on the lever Push the lever all the way toward the front of the vehicle 3 Tum the ignition key to OFF 4 Remove the key and take it with you If you can leave with the ignition key in your hand your vehicle is in PARK P yellow blue Leaving Your Vehicle With the Engine Running 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 You or others could be injured Don t leave your vehicle with the engine running unless you have to If you have to leave your vehicle with the engine running be sure your vehicle is in PARK P and your parking brake is firmly set before you leave it After you ve moved the shift lever into the PARK P position hold the regular brake pedal down Then see if you can move the shift lever away from PARK P without first pulling it toward you If you can it means that the shift lever wasn t fully locked into PAR
225. pairs are completed at once Whenever any fluids or lubricants are added to your vehicle make sure they are the proper ones as shown in Part D At Each Fuel Fill It is important for you or a service station attendant to perform these underhood checks at each fuel fill Engine Oil Level Check Check the engine oil level and add the proper oil if necessary See Engine Oil in the Index for further details Engine Coolant Level Check Check the engine coolant level and add DEX COOL coolant mixture if necessary See Engine Coolant in the Index for further details 7 14 yellow blue Windshield Washer Fluid Level Check Check the windshield washer fluid level in the windshield washer tank and add the proper fluid if necessary See Windshield Washer Fluid in the Index for further details At Least Once a Month Tire Inflation Check Make sure tires are inflated to the correct pressures See Tires in the Index for further details Cassette Deck Service Clean cassette deck Cleaning should be done every 50 hours of tape play See Audio Systems in the Index for further details At Least Twice a Year Restraint System Check Make sure the safety belt reminder light and all your belts buckles latch plates retractors and anchorages are working properly Look for any other loose or damaged safety belt system parts If you see anything that might keep a safety belt system from doing its job have it repaired
226. ped your air conditioning will not come on Your air conditioning will not come on for two reasons the outside temperature is below 40 F 4 5 C or the refrigerant is too low or too high If the outside temperature is above 40 F 4 5 C see Air Conditioning Refrigerants in the Index Recirc Button lt gt This button is used to recirculate much of the air inside your vehicle This setting is not available in defog yellow blue Outside Air Button This button is used to bring in outside air Air Conditioning On very hot days open the windows long enough to let hot inside air escape This reduces the time the compressor has to run which should help fuel economy For quick cool down on very hot days use RECIRCULATE with the temperature knob all the way in the blue area If this and the A C button pushed setting is used for long periods of time the air in your vehicle may become too dry For normal cooling on hot days use UPPER with the temperature knob in the blue area With the A C button pushed in and outside air button pushed in the system will bring in outside air and cool it On cool but sunny days the sun may warm your upper body but your lower body may not be warm enough You can use BI LEVEL with the temperature knob in the middle with the A C button pushed in and the outside air button pushed in The system will bring in outside air and direct it to your upper body while sending slightly warmed a
227. place to look for what you need is the Index in back of the manual It s an alphabetical list of what s in the manual and the page number where you ll find it Safety Warnings and Symbols You will find a number of safety cautions in this book We use a box and the word CAUTION to tell you about things that could hurt you if you were to ignore the warning yellow blue These mean there is something that could hurt you or other people In the caution area we tell you what the hazard is Then we tell you what to do to help avoid or reduce the hazard Please read these cautions If you don t you or others could be hurt You will also find a circle with a slash through it in this book This safety symbol means Don t Don t do this or Don t let this happen iii Vehicle Damage Warnings Also in this book you will find these notices NOTICE These mean there is something that could damage your vehicle iv yellow blue In the notice area we tell you about something that can damage your vehicle Many times this damage would not be covered by your warranty and it could be costly But the notice will tell you what to do to help avoid the damage When you read other manuals you might see CAUTION and NOTICE warnings in different colors or in different words You ll also see warning labels on your vehicle They use the same words CAUTION or NOTICE Vehicle Symbols These are some
228. position starts your engine A warning chime will sound if you open the driver s door when the ignition is in OFF ACC or ON and the key is in the ignition NOTICE If your key seems stuck in OFF and you can t turn it be sure you are using the correct key if so is it all the way in Turn the key only with your hand Using a tool to force it could break the key or the ignition switch If none of this works then your vehicle needs service yellow blue Starting Your Engine Move your shift lever to PARK P or NEUTRAL N Your engine won t start in any other position that s a safety feature To restart when you re already moving use NEUTRAL N only NOTICE Don t try to shift to PARK P if your vehicle is moving If you do you could damage the transaxle Shift to PARK P only when your vehicle is stopped Starting Your 3 5L V6 Engine Without pushing the accelerator pedal turn your ignition key to START When the engine starts let go of the key The idle speed will go down as your engine gets warm 2 17 yellow blue NOTICE NOTICE Holding your key in START for longer than 15 seconds at a time will cause your battery to be Your engine is designed to work with the electronics in your vehicle If you add electrical parts or accessories you could change the way the engine operates Before adding electrical equipment check with your dealer If you don t your engine might not perform prop
229. ps will illuminate until The ignition is turned to ON The power door locks are activated or An illumination period of 25 seconds has elapsed Or if the driver pulls and holds any front door handle for more than one second the interior lamps will illuminate until The ignition is turned to ON The door handle is released or Anillumination period of 50 seconds has elapsed 2 40 yellow blue If during the illumination period a door is opened the timed illumination period will be cancelled though the interior lamps will remain on since the vehicle door is open Delayed Illumination The Delayed Illumination feature will continue to illuminate the interior for 25 seconds after all doors have been closed so that you can find the ignition and buckle your seat belt at night Delayed Illumination will not occur while the ignition is in ON After 25 seconds have elapsed the interior lamps will slowly fade out The lamps will fade out before 25 seconds have elapsed if you Turn the ignition to ON Lock all doors using your remote keyless entry transmitter optional Lock the doors using the power door lock switch If during the Delayed Illumination period a door is opened the timed illumination period will be cancelled though the interior lamps will remain on since the door is opened Exit Illumination To see better when exiting your vehicle at night your vehicle is equipped wit
230. psed time press the button until you see the display you want then hold the button until the display flashes While elapsed time is showing EL TM will appear on the display AM FM Press this button to play the radio when a disc is in the player TAPE CD Press this button to change to the tape or disc function when the radio is on and either a tape or CD is inserted Press AM FM to return to the radio while a CD or tape is playing The inactive tape or CD will remain safely inside the radio for future listening If you have the optional CD changer and the CD changer is loaded the TAPE CD button will activate the changer and a box will be lighted around CDC in the display EJECT Press this button to remove the compact disc or cassette tape The icon with the box around it on the display will eject and the radio will play EJECT may be activated with either the ignition or radio off Cassettes and compact discs may be loaded with the radio and ignition off if this button is pressed first 3 19 Trunk Mounted CD Changer Option With the optional compact disc changer you can play up to 12 discs continuously Normal size discs may be played using the trays supplied in the magazine The small discs 8 cm can be played only with specially designed trays You must first load the magazine with discs before you can play a compact disc Each of the 12 trays holds one disc Press the button on the back of the magazine and pull gen
231. ption OnStar is a vehicle communications service which may be ordered through your dealer The following OnStar services are available 24 hours a day Roadside Service with Location Emergency Services Button Remote Door Unlock Vehicle Theft Tracking Automatic Notification of Air Bag Deployment Concierge Customer Conveniences Services For more information contact your dealer Power Sunroof If Equipped Your vehicle may be equipped with an express open sunroof It includes a sliding and tilting glass panel and a one piece sunshade The control switch works only when the ignition is in ACC or ON The control switch is located overhead on the headliner To open the power sunroof press the rear of the switch once and the power sunroof will fully open This is the express open feature During operation press the switch again to stop the power sunroof at a desired position yellow blue Your sunroof also has a vent feature It can be activated from the closed sunroof position by pressing the front of the switch To close press the rear of the sunroof switch When using this feature the sunshade should be fully opened in the rearward position The sunshade can be opened manually by sliding it rearward or automatically by opening the power sunroof You will need to close the sunshade manually by sliding it forward To close the sunroof press and hold the front of the switch until the sunroof motor stops or releas
232. r a Power Loss Enter your secret code as follows pause no more than 15 seconds between steps 1 Turn the ignition on LOC will appear on the display 2 Press MN and 000 will appear on the display 3 Press MN again to make the last two digits agree with your code 4 Press HR to make the first one or two digits agree with your code 5 Press AM FM after you have confirmed that the code matches the secret code you have written down The display will show SEC indicating the radio is now operable and secure If you enter the wrong code eight times INOP will appear on the display You will have to wait an hour with the ignition on before you can try again When you try again you will only have three chances to enter the correct code before INOP appears If you lose or forget your code contact your dealer Disabling the Theft Deterrent Feature Enter your secret code as follows pause no more than 15 seconds between steps 1 Tum the ignition to ACC or ON 2 Turn the radio off 3 Press the 1 and 4 buttons together Hold them down until SEC shows on the display 4 Press MN and 000 will appear on the display yellow blue 5 Press MN again to make the last two digits agree with your code 6 Press HR to make the first one or two digits agree with your code 7 Press AM FM after you have confirmed that the code matches the secret code you have written down The display will show indicating that the radio
233. r core or radiator corrosion may result In addition the engine coolant will require change sooner at 30 000 miles 50 000 km or 24 months whichever occurs first Damage caused by the use of coolant other than DEX COOL is not covered by your new vehicle warranty What to Use Use a mixture of one half clean drinkable water and one half DEX COOL coolant which won t damage aluminum parts If you use this coolant mixture you don t need to add anything else yellow blue Adding only plain water to your cooling system can be dangerous Plain water or some other liquid like alcohol can boil before the proper coolant mixture will Your vehicle s coolant warning system is set for the proper coolant mixture With plain water or the wrong mixture your engine could get too hot but you wouldn t get the overheat warning Your engine could catch fire and you or others could be burned Use a 50 50 mixture of clean drinkable water and DEX COOL coolant 6 27 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 If you have to add coolant more than four times a year have your dealer check your cooling system NOTICE If you use the proper coolant you don t have to add extra inhibitors or additives which claim to
234. r if the vehicle is to have really good braking Your vehicle was designed and tested with top quality GM brake parts When you replace parts of your braking system for example when your brake linings wear yellow blue down and you have to have new ones put in be sure you get new approved GM replacement parts If you don t your brakes may no longer work properly For example if someone puts in brake linings that are wrong for your vehicle the balance between your front and rear brakes can change for the worse The braking performance you ve come to expect can change in many other ways if someone puts in the wrong replacement brake parts Battery Your new vehicle comes with an ACDelco Freedom battery When it s time for a new battery we recommend an ACDelco Freedom battery Get one that has the replacement number shown on the original battery s label Vehicle Storage If you re not going to drive your vehicle for 25 days or more remove the black negative cable from the battery This will help keep your battery from running down 6 37 Batteries have acid that can burn you and gas that can explode You can be badly hurt if you aren t careful See Jump Starting in the Index for tips on working around a battery without getting hurt Contact your dealer to learn how to prepare your vehicle for longer storage periods Also for your audio system see Theft Deterrent Feature in the Index 6 3
235. r position The key should turn to OFF only when the shift lever is in PARK P The key should come out only in OFF Parking Brake and Automatic Transaxle PARK P Mechanism Check When you are doing this check your vehicle could begin to move You or others could be injured and property could be damaged Make sure there is room in front of your vehicle in case it begins to roll Be ready to apply the regular brake at once should the vehicle begin to move yellow blue Park on a fairly steep hill with the vehicle facing downhill Keeping your foot on the regular brake set the parking brake To check the parking brake s holding ability With the engine running and transaxle in NEUTRAL N slowly remove foot pressure from the regular brake pedal Do this until the vehicle is held by the parking brake only Tocheck the PARK P mechanism s holding ability With the engine running shift to PARK P Then release all brakes Underbody Flushing Service At least every spring use plain water to flush any corrosive materials from the underbody Take care to clean thoroughly any areas where mud and other debris can collect 7 17 Part C Periodic Maintenance Inspections Listed in this part are inspections and services which should be performed at least twice a year for instance each spring and fall You should let your dealer s service department or other qualified service center do these jobs Make
236. r start up stalling when you put the vehicle into gear misfiring hesitation on acceleration or stumbling on acceleration These conditions may go away once the engine is warmed up This will be detected by the system and cause the light to turn on If you experience one or more of these conditions change the fuel brand you use It will require at least one full tank of the proper fuel to turn the light off 2 61 If none of the above steps have made the light turn off have your dealer or qualified service center check the vehicle Your dealer has the proper test equipment and diagnostic tools to fix any mechanical or electrical problems that may have developed Oil Warning Light If you have a problem with your oil this light may stay on after you start your engine or come on when you are driving This indicates that oil is not going through your engine quickly enough to keep it lubricated The engine could be low on oil or could have some other oil problem Have it fixed right away The oil light could also come on when the ignition is on but the engine is not running the light will come on as a test to show you it is working but the light will go out when you turn the ignition to START If it doesn t come on with the ignition on you may have a problem with the fuse or bulb Have it fixed right away 2 62 yellow blue Don t keep driving if the oil pressure is low If you do your engine can become so hot that it
237. ransaxle cycle each additional cycle will advance to the operating mode by one starting from the current operating mode 4 During this customization procedure the Automatic Door Lock and Unlock functions will operate as defined by each mode listed providing the customer with feedback of the current operating mode 5 If cycled beyond mode 4 the vehicle will enter operating mode 1 When the door lock switch is released the vehicle will remain in the most recent operating mode The Programmable Automatic Power Door Locks are in operating mode 3 when the vehicle is shipped from the factory Disconnecting the battery for up to a year will not change the programmed mode of the Programmable Automatic Power Door Locks Rear Security Locks Your vehicle is equipped with rear door security locks that help prevent passengers from opening the rear doors of your vehicle from the inside To use one of these locks 1 Open one of the rear doors 2 On the inside of the rear door will be a lock Insert your master key into this lock and turn it upward This will engage the safety lock 3 Close the door 4 Do the same thing to the other rear door The rear doors of your vehicle cannot be opened from the inside when this feature is in use If you want to open the rear door when the security lock is on unlock the door from the inside and then open the door from the outside 2 8 yellow blue Lockout Prevention Lockout
238. ransportation Program Please consult your dealer for details yellow blue General Motors reserves the right to unilaterally modify change or discontinue Courtesy Transportation at any time and to resolve all questions of claim eligibility pursuant to the terms and conditions described herein at its sole discretion General Motors and participating dealerships reserve the right to deny a rental vehicle to anyone not possessing a valid motor vehicle operators license in their name anyone who is under the influence of alcohol or drugs or anyone whose mental or physical abilities are impaired so as to be unable to operate a motor vehicle safely Warranty Information Your vehicle comes with a separate warranty booklet that contains detailed warranty information REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS TO THE UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration NHTSA in addition to notifying General Motors If NHTSA receives similar complaints it may open an investigation and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles it may order a recall and remedy campaign However NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you your dealer or General Motors To contact NHTSA you may either call the Auto Safety Hotline toll free at 1 800 424 9393 or 366 012
239. rature Knob The left DRIVER knob sets the temperature for the entire system when the right PASS knob is in the center or neutral position Turn DRIVER knob clockwise toward red to raise the temperature Turn it counterclockwise toward blue to lower the temperature The display will show your selection for a few seconds then the outside temperature will show If you push the knob the set temperature will again be displayed for a few seconds then the outside temperature will show Passenger Temperature Knob The right PASS knob adjusts the air temperature on the passenger s side so it is warmer or cooler than the temperature set by the driver Turn the PASS knob clockwise toward red to raise the temperature Turn it counterclockwise toward blue to lower the temperature The passenger temperature will not be shown in the display yellow blue Auto Button For the most efficient operation you should press the AUTO button and set the system temperature The system will select the best fan speed and airflow settings to keep you comfortable The air conditioning compressor will run if the outside temperature is above 40 F 4 5 C You may notice a delay of three to four minutes before the fan comes on Off Button Push the OFF button to turn the system off The display will show OFF and outside temperature The system will continue to automatically control air temperature to the last set temperature Manual Co
240. reeze and damage your washer fluid tank and other parts of the washer system Also water doesn t clean as well as washer fluid Fill your washer fluid tank only three quarters full when it s very cold This allows for expansion if freezing occurs which could damage the tank if it is completely full Don t use engine coolant antifreeze in your windshield washer It can damage Your brake master cylinder reservoir is on the driver s your washer system and paint side of the engine compartment It is filled with DOT 3 brake fluid 6 34 There are only two reasons why the brake fluid level in the reservoir might go down The first is that the brake fluid goes down to an acceptable level during normal brake lining wear When new linings are put in the fluid level goes back up The other reason is that fluid is leaking out of the brake system If it is you should have your brake system fixed since a leak means that sooner or later your brakes won t work well or won t work at all So it isn t a good idea to top off your brake fluid Adding brake fluid won t correct a leak If you add fluid when your linings are worn then you ll have too much fluid when you get new brake linings You should add or remove brake fluid as necessary only when work is done on the brake hydraulic system If you have too much brake fluid it can spill on the engine The fluid will burn if the engine is hot enough You or others could be bur
241. ress the SEEK up arrow and it will go to the next higher track on the disc SCAN Press this button and release to listen to each selection for a few seconds The first few seconds of each selection on the current disc will be played The sound will mute while scanning and SCAN will appear on the display Press this button again to stop scanning P SCAN Press and hold the SCAN button for two seconds to hear the first selection of each loaded disc for a few seconds The sound will mute while scanning and P SCAN will appear on the display Press SCAN again to stop scanning TAPE AUX CD AUX OR TAPE CD Press one of these buttons depending on which radio you have to play a CD if you have a magazine loaded in the changer and the radio is playing To return to the radio while a CD is playing press AM FM You can also press this button to switch between a cassette tape CD or the CD changer if all three are loaded and your radio is equipped with these options yellow blue Theft Deterrent Feature THEFTLOCK is designed to discourage theft of your radio It works by using a secret code to disable all radio functions whenever battery power is removed The THEFTLOCK feature for the radio may be used or ignored If ignored the system plays normally and the radio is not protected by the feature If THEFTLOCK is activated your radio will not operate if stolen When THEFTLOCK is activated the radio will display LOC to indicate a locked co
242. revious selection on the tape Your tape must have at least three seconds of silence between each selection for SEEK to work yellow blue SCAN Press this button to listen to each selection for a few seconds The tape will go to the next selection stop for a few seconds then go on to the next selection Press this button again to stop scanning The sound will mute SCAN will appear on the display and the tape direction arrow will blink while scanning AM FM Press this button to play the radio when a tape is in the player The tape will stop but remain in the player TAPE AUX If you have a tape inserted and the radio is playing press TAPE AUX to play your tape To return to the radio while a tape is playing press AM FM The inactive tape will remain safely inside the radio for future listening EJECT Press this button to remove the tape The radio will play EJECT may be activated with either the ignition or radio off Cassettes may be loaded with the radio and ignition off if this button is pressed first CLN If this message appears on the display the cassette tape player needs to be cleaned It will still play tapes but you should clean it as soon as possible to prevent damage to the tapes and player See Care of Your Cassette Tape Player in the Index After you clean the player press and hold EJECT for five seconds to reset the CLN indicator The radio will display to show the indicator was reset 3 13 AM FM
243. ring quickly enough your vehicle may straighten out Always be ready for a second skid if it occurs Of course traction is reduced when water snow ice gravel or other material is on the road For safety you ll want to slow down and adjust your driving to these conditions It is important to slow down on slippery surfaces because stopping distance will be longer and vehicle control more limited While driving on a surface with reduced traction try your best to avoid sudden steering acceleration or braking including engine braking by shifting to a lower gear Any sudden changes could cause the tires to slide You may not realize the surface is slippery until your vehicle is skidding Learn to recognize warning clues such as enough water ice or packed snow on the road to make a mirrored surface and slow down when you have any doubt Remember Any anti lock brake system ABS helps avoid only the braking skid Driving at Night Night driving is more dangerous than day driving One reason is that some drivers are likely to be impaired by alcohol or drugs with night vision problems or by fatigue yellow blue Here are some tips on night driving Drive defensively Don t drink and drive Adjust your inside rearview mirror to reduce the glare from headlamps behind you Since you can t see as well you
244. rmine if the fuel cap has been left off or improperly installed This would allow fuel to evaporate into the atmosphere See Malfunction Indicator Lamp in the Index NOTICE If you need a new cap be sure to get the right type Your dealer can get one for you If you get the wrong type it may not fit properly This may cause your malfunction indicator lamp to light and your fuel tank and emissions system may be damaged See Malfunction Indicator Lamp in the Index yellow blue Filling a Portable Fuel Container Checking Things Under the Hood Never fill a portable fuel container while it is in An electric fan under the hood can start up and your vehicle Static electricity discharge from the injure you even when the engine is not running container can ignite the gasoline vapor You can Keep hands clothing and tools away from any be badly burned and your vehicle damaged if this underhood electric fan occurs To help avoid injury to you and others Dispense gasoline only into approved containers Do not fill a container while it is inside a vehicle in a vehicle s trunk pickup bed or on any surface other than the ground Bring the fill nozzle in contact with the inside of the fill opening before operating the nozzle Contact should be maintained until the filling is complete Don t smoke while pumping gasoline Things that burn can get on hot engine parts and start a fire These include liquids like
245. rn the tape over and repeat If the hubs do not turn easily your tape may be damaged and should not be used in the player Try a new tape to make sure your player is working properly Ell The tape is broken Try a new tape E14 Wrapped tape Try a new tape If any error occurs repeatedly or if an error can t be corrected please contact your dealer If your radio displays an error number write it down and provide it to your dealer when reporting the problem REV 1 Press this button to reverse the tape rapidly Press it again to return to playing speed The radio will play the last selected station while the tape reverses You may select stations during REV operation by using TUNE FWD 2 Press this button to advance quickly to another part of the tape Press the button again to return to playing speed The radio will play the last selected station while the tape advances You may select stations during FWD operation by using TUNE yellow blue PROG 3 Press this button to play the other side of the tape DO 4 Press this button to reduce background noise Note that the double D symbol will appear on the display Dolby Noise Reduction is manufactured under a license from Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation Dolby and the double D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation TONE Press this button to select a tone while playing a cassette The tone that you set will be activated eac
246. rn these lamps on by turning the interior lamps dial all the way up or by each individual lamp Illuminated Entry Your courtesy lamps will come on and stay on for a set time whenever you press UNLOCK on the remote keyless entry transmitter if equipped If you open a door the lamps will stay on while it s open then turn off automatically about 25 seconds after you close it If you press UNLOCK and don t open a door the lamps will turn off after about 40 seconds Illuminated entry includes a feature called theater dimming With theater dimming the lamps don t just turn off at the end of the delay time Instead they slowly dim after the delay time until they go out The delay time is cancelled if you turn the ignition key to ON so the lamps will dim out right away When the ignition is on illuminated entry is inactive which means the courtesy lamps won t come on unless a door is opened 2 39 Illumination on Door Handle Activation Illumination on Door Handle Activation is a standard feature intended to provide enhanced security and convenience by allowing the driver to activate the vehicle interior illumination without unlocking or opening any vehicle door The ignition must be off and the doors locked for the Illumination on Door Handle Activation to work The Illumination on Door Handle Activation feature can function in two ways If the driver pulls and releases any front door handle within one second the interior lam
247. rong mixture your engine could get too hot but you wouldn t get the overheat warning Your engine could catch fire and you or others could be burned Use a 50 50 mixture of clean drinkable water and DEX COOL coolant 5 15 You can be burned if you spill coolant on hot engine parts Coolant contains ethylene glycol and it will burn if the engine parts are hot enough Don t spill coolant on a hot engine When the coolant in the coolant recovery tank is at the COLD mark start your vehicle If the overheat warning continues there s one more thing you can try You can add the proper coolant mixture directly to the radiator but be sure the cooling system is cool before you do it 5 16 yellow blue 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 Wait for the cooling system and radiator pressure cap to cool if you ever have to turn the pressure cap NOTICE Your engine has a specific radiator fill procedure Failure to follow this procedure could cause your engine to overheat and be severely damaged NE C 5 LEWE 0 yellow You can remove the radiator pressure cap when the cooling system including the radiator pressure cap and upper radiator hose is no lon
248. rove the fit of the vehicle s safety belt system Booster seats with shields use lap only belts however booster seats without shields use lap shoulder belts Booster seats can also help a child to see out the window 1 39 When choosing a child restraint be sure the child restraint is designed to be used in a vehicle If it is it will have a label saying that it meets federal motor vehicle safety standards Then follow the instructions for the restraint You may find these instructions on the restraint itself or in a booklet or both These restraints use the belt system in your vehicle but the child also has to be secured within the restraint to help reduce the chance of personal injury The instructions that come with the infant or child restraint will show you how to do that Both the owner s manual and the child restraint instructions are important so if either one of these is not available obtain a replacement copy from the manufacturer Where to Put the Restraint Accident statistics show that children are safer if they are restrained in the rear rather than the front seat We at General Motors therefore recommend that you put your child restraint in the rear seat Never put a rear facing child restraint in the front passenger seat Here s why 1 40 yellow blue A child in a rear facing child restraint can be seriously injured or killed if the right front passenger s air bag inflates even though your vehicle has Ne
249. rrounding roads are clear If you see a patch of ice ahead of you brake before you are on it Try not to brake while you re actually on the ice and avoid sudden steering maneuvers If You re Caught in a Blizzard yellow blue 4 29 yellow blue If you are stopped by heavy snow you could be in a serious situation You should probably stay with your vehicle unless you know for sure that you are near help and you can hike through the snow Here are some things to do to summon help and keep yourself and your passengers safe Turn on your hazard flashers Tieared cloth to your vehicle to alert police that you ve been stopped by the snow Puton extra clothing or wrap a blanket around you If you have no blankets or extra clothing make body insulators from newspapers burlap bags rags floor mats anything you can wrap around yourself or tuck under your clothing to keep warm You can run the engine to keep warm but be careful 4 30 Snow can trap exhaust gases under your vehicle This can cause deadly CO carbon monoxide gas to get inside CO could overcome you and kill you You can t see it or smell it so you might not know it is in your vehicle Clear away snow from around the base of your vehicle especially any that is blocking your exhaust pipe And check around again from time to time to be sure snow doesn t collect there Open a window just a little on the side of the vehicle that s away from th
250. rse you for a rental vehicle you obtained at actual cost up to a maximum of 30 00 per day supported by receipts This requires that you sign and complete a rental agreement and meet state local and rental vehicle provider requirements Requirements vary and may include minimum age requirements insurance coverage credit card etc You are responsible for fuel usage charges and may also be responsible for taxes levies usage fees excessive mileage or rental usage beyond the completion of the repair Generally it is not possible to provide a like vehicle as a courtesy rental Additional Program Information Courtesy Transportation is available during the Bumper to Bumper warranty coverage period but it is not part of the New Vehicle Limited Warranty A separate booklet entitled Warranty and Owner Assistance Information furnished with each new vehicle provides detailed warranty coverage information Courtesy Transportation is available only at participating dealerships and all program options such as shuttle service may not be available at every dealer Please contact your dealer for specific information about availability All Courtesy Transportation arrangements will be administered by appropriate dealer personnel Canadian Vehicles For warranty repairs during the Complete Vehicle Coverage period of the General Motors of Canada New Vehicle Limited Warranty alternative transportation may be available under the Courtesy T
251. rtified For Gasoline Engines Starburst symbol Failure to use the recommended oil can result in engine damage not covered by your warranty GM Goodwrench oil meets all the requirements for your vehicle If you are in an area where the temperature falls below 20 F 29 C consider using either an SAE 5W 30 synthetic oil or an SAE 0W 30 oil Both will provide easier cold starting and better protection for your engine at extremely low temperatures yellow blue Engine Oil Additives Don t add anything to your oil Your dealer is ready to advise if you think something should be added When to Change Engine Oil Your vehicle has a computer that lets you know when to change your engine oil This is not based on mileage but on engine revolutions and engine operating temperature When the computer has calculated that the oil needs changing the Oil Life Indicator will indicate that a change is necessary The mileage between oil changes will vary depending on how you drive your vehicle usually between 3 000 miles 5 000 km and 7 500 miles 12 500 km since your last oil change Under severe conditions the indicator may come on before 3 000 miles 5 000 km Never drive your vehicle more than 7 500 miles 12 500 km or 12 months whichever occurs first without an oil change The system won t detect dust in the oil So if you drive in a dusty area be sure to change your oil every 3 000 miles 5 000 km or sooner Remember t
252. s Don t tow a trailer at all during the first 1 000 miles 1 600 km your new vehicle is driven Your engine axle or other parts could be damaged Then during the first 500 miles 800 km that you tow a trailer don t drive over 50 mph 80 km h and don t make starts at full throttle This helps your engine and other parts of your vehicle wear in at the heavier loads Obey speed limit restrictions when towing a trailer Don t drive faster than the maximum posted speed for trailers or no more than 55 mph 90 km h to save wear on your vehicle s parts 4 35 Three important considerations have to do with weight the weight of the trailer the weight of the trailer tongue and the total weight on your vehicle s tires Weight of the Trailer How heavy can a trailer safely be It should never weigh more than 1 000 Ibs 450 kg But even that can be too heavy It depends on how you plan to use your rig For example speed altitude road grades outside temperature and how much your vehicle is used to pull a trailer are all important And it can also depend on any special equipment that you have on your vehicle You can ask your dealer for our trailering information or advice or you can write us at Oldsmobile Customer Assistance Network 16 E Judson Street P O Box 436006 Pontiac MI 48343 6006 4 36 yellow blue In Canada write to General Motors of Canada Limited Customer Communicatio
253. s It s important to have the correct hitch equipment Crosswinds large trucks going by and rough roads are a few reasons why you ll need the right hitch Here are some rules to follow The rear bumper on your vehicle is not intended for hitches Do not attach rental hitches or other bumper type hitches to it Use only a frame mounted hitch that does not attach to the bumper Will you have to make any holes in the body of your vehicle when you install a trailer hitch If you do then be sure to seal the holes later when you remove the hitch If you don t seal them deadly carbon monoxide CO from your exhaust can get into your vehicle see Carbon Monoxide in the Index Dirt and water can too 4 37 Safety Chains You should always attach chains between your vehicle and your trailer Cross the safety chains under the tongue of the trailer so that the tongue will not drop to the road if it becomes separated from the hitch Instructions about safety chains may be provided by the hitch manufacturer or by the trailer manufacturer Follow the manufacturer s recommendation for attaching safety chains and do not attach them to the bumper Always leave just enough slack so you can turn with your rig And never allow safety chains to drag on the ground Trailer Brakes Because you have anti lock brakes do not try to tap into your vehicle s brake system If you do both brake systems won t work well or at all Driving with
254. s steering can help you more than even the very best braking 4 11 Steering Power Steering If you lose power steering assist because the engine stops or the system is not functioning you can steer but it will take much more effort Magnetic Speed Sensitive Steering This steering system provides lighter steering effort for parking and when driving at speeds below 20 mph 32 km h Steering effort will increase at higher speeds for improved road feel Steering Tips Driving on Curves It s important to take curves at a reasonable speed A lot of the driver lost control accidents mentioned on the news happen on curves Here s why Experienced driver or beginner each of us is subject to the same laws of physics when driving on curves The traction of the tires against the road surface makes it possible for the vehicle to change its path when you turn the front wheels If there s no traction inertia will keep the vehicle going in the same direction If you ve ever tried to steer a vehicle on wet ice you ll understand this 4 12 yellow blue The traction you can get in a curve depends on the condition of your tires and the road surface the angle at which the curve is banked and your speed While you re in a curve speed is the one factor you can control Suppose you re steering through a sharp curve Then you suddenly accelerate Both control systems steering and acceleration have to do their work wh
255. seconds If the driver s belt is already buckled neither the chime nor the light will come on Air Bag Readiness Light There is an air bag readiness light on the instrument panel which shows the air bag symbol The system checks the air bag s electrical system for malfunctions The light tells you if there is an electrical problem The system check includes the air bag modules the wiring and the crash sensing and diagnostic module For more information on the air bag system see Air Bag in the Index 2 53 This light will come on when you start your engine and it will flash for a few seconds Then the light should go out This means the system is ready If the air bag readiness light stays on after you start the engine or comes on when you are driving your air bag system may not work properly Have your vehicle serviced right away The air bag readiness light should flash for a few seconds when you turn the ignition key to ON If the light doesn t come on then have it fixed so it will be ready to warn you if there is a problem Charging System Light The charging system light will come on briefly when you turn the ignition key to ON as a check to show you it s working Then it should go out 2 54 yellow blue If it stays on or comes on while you are driving you may have a problem with the charging system It could indicate that you have a loose drive belt or another electrical problem Have it chec
256. seconds The radio will go to a station stop for a few seconds then go on to the next station Press the button again to stop scanning The sound will mute while scanning and SCAN will appear on the display If you press SCAN for more than two seconds the radio will change to P SCAN mode P SCAN will appear on the display PUSHBUTTONS The five numbered pushbuttons let you return to your favorite stations You can set up to 15 stations five AM five FMI and five FM2 Just 1 Turn the radio on 2 Press AM FM to select the band 3 Tune in the desired station A Press TONE to select the equalization that best suits the type of station selected This function is not available on the Bose radio 5 Press and hold one of the five numbered buttons The sound will mute When it returns release the button Whenever you press that numbered button the station you set will return and the tone that you selected will also be automatically selected for that button The tone will not automatically return on the Bose radio 6 Repeat the steps for each pushbutton yellow blue P SCAN Press SCAN for more than two seconds and P SCAN will appear on the display The radio will go to the first preset station stored on your pushbuttons stop for a few seconds then go on to the next preset station Press SCAN again to stop scanning Setting the Tone BASS Press this knob lightly so it extends Turn the knob to increase or decreas
257. sh The clearcoat gives more depth and gloss to the colored basecoat Always use waxes and polishes that are non abrasive and made for a basecoat clearcoat paint finish NOTICE Machine compounding or aggressive polishing on a basecoat clearcoat paint finish may dull the finish or leave swirl marks Foreign materials such as calcium chloride and other salts ice melting agents road oil and tar tree sap bird droppings chemicals from industrial chimneys etc can damage your vehicle s finish if they remain on painted surfaces Wash the vehicle as soon as possible If necessary use non abrasive cleaners that are marked safe for painted surfaces to remove foreign matter Exterior painted surfaces are subject to aging weather and chemical fallout that can take their toll over a period of years You can help to keep the paint finish looking new by keeping your vehicle garaged or covered whenever possible Cleaning Aluminum Wheels If Equipped Keep your wheels clean using a soft clean cloth with mild soap and water Rinse with clean water After rinsing thoroughly dry with a soft clean towel A wax may then be applied The surface of these wheels is similar to the painted surface of your vehicle Don t use strong soaps chemicals abrasive polishes abrasive cleaners cleaners with acid or abrasive cleaning brushes on them because you could damage the surface Do not use chrome polish on any wheels other than chrome plated w
258. ssing parts Replace parts as needed Replace any components that have high effort or excessive wear Do not lubricate accelerator and cruise control cables Brake System Inspection Inspect the complete system Inspect brake lines and hoses for proper hook up binding leaks cracks chafing etc Inspect disc brake pads for wear and rotors for surface condition Inspect other brake parts including calipers parking brake etc Check parking brake adjustment You may need to have your brakes inspected more often if your driving habits or conditions result in frequent braking yellow blue Part D Recommended Fluids USAGE FLUID LUBRICANT and Lubricants Windshield GM Optikleen Washer Solvent NOTE Fluids and lubricants identified below by name Washer Solvent GM Part No 1051515 part number or specification may be obtained from or equivalent your dealer Power Steering GM Power Steering Fluid GM System Part No 1052884 1 pint peace EEDIDIEUBBIUSNE 1050017 1 quart or equivalent Engine Oil Engine Oil with the American 5 5 3 es Automatic DEXRON III Automatic Petroleum Institute Certified For A NS Transaxle Transmission Fluid Gasoline Engines Starburst symbol of the proper viscosity To Multi Purpose Lubricant determine the preferred viscosity Superlube GM Part for your vehicle s engine see No 12346241 or equivalent Engme OW Athe Index Hood Latch Lubriplate Lubricant Aerosol Engi
259. sure any necessary repairs are completed at once Proper procedures to perform these services may be found in a service manual See Service and Owner Publications in the Index Steering Suspension and Front Drive Axle Boot and Seal Inspection Inspect the front and rear suspension and steering system for damaged loose or missing parts signs of wear or lack of lubrication Inspect the power steering lines and hoses for proper hook up binding leaks cracks chafing etc Clean and then inspect the drive axle boot seals for damage tears or leakage Replace seals if necessary Exhaust System Inspection Inspect the complete exhaust system Inspect the body near the exhaust system Look for broken damaged missing or out of position parts as well as open seams holes loose connections or other conditions which could 7 18 yellow blue cause a heat build up in the floor pan or could let exhaust fumes into the vehicle See Engine Exhaust in the Index Engine Cooling System Inspection Inspect the hoses and have them replaced if they are cracked swollen or deteriorated Inspect all pipes fittings and clamps replace as needed Clean the outside of the radiator and air conditioning condenser To help ensure proper operation a pressure test of the cooling system and pressure cap is recommended at least once a year Throttle System Inspection Inspect the throttle system for interference or binding and for damaged or mi
260. t for the head and neck This is necessary because an infant s neck is weak and its head weighs so much compared with the rest of its body In a frontal crash an infant in a rear facing restraint settles into the restraint so the crash forces can be distributed across the strongest part of the infant s body the back and shoulders A baby should be secured in an appropriate infant restraint This is so important that many hospitals today won t release a newborn infant to its parents unless there is an infant restraint available for the baby s first trip in a motor vehicle blue CAUTION Continued at only 25 mph 40 km h a 12 Ib 5 5 kg baby will suddenly become a 240 Ib 110 kg force on your arms The baby would be almost impossible to hold Secure the baby in an infant restraint Never hold a baby in your arms while riding in a vehicle A baby doesn t weigh much until a crash During a crash a baby will become so heavy you can t hold it For example in a crash CAUTION Continued Child Restraints Every time infants and young children ride in vehicles they should have protection provided by appropriate restraints Q What are the different types of add on child restraints A Add 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 ve
261. t hot and no longer work well On along uphill grade shift down and reduce your speed to around 45 mph 70 km h to reduce the possibility of engine and transaxle overheating If you have overdrive you may have to drive in THIRD 3 instead of DRIVE D Parking on Hills You really should not park your vehicle with a trailer attached on a hill If something goes wrong your rig could start to move People can be injured and both your vehicle and the trailer can be damaged 4 40 yellow blue But if you ever have to park your rig on a hill here s how to do it 1 Apply your regular brakes but don t shift into PARK P yet 2 Have someone place chocks under the trailer wheels 3 When the wheel chocks are in place release the regular brakes until the chocks absorb the load 4 Reapply the regular brakes Then apply your parking brake and then shift to PARK P 5 Release the regular brakes When You Are Ready to Leave After Parking on a Hill 1 Apply your regular brakes and hold the pedal down while you Start your engine Shift into a gear and Release the parking brake 2 Letup on the brake pedal 3 Drive slowly until the trailer is clear of the chocks 4 Stop and have someone pick up and store the chocks yellow blue Maintenance When Trailer Towing Your vehicle will need service more often when you re pulling a trailer See the Maintenance Schedule for more on this Thin
262. t is made to fit To wear it just attach it to the regular safety belt Checking Your Restraint Systems Now and then make sure the safety belt reminder light and all your belts buckles latch plates retractors and anchorages are working properly Look for any other loose or damaged safety belt system parts If you see anything that might keep a safety belt system from doing its job have it repaired Torn or frayed safety belts may not protect you in a crash They can rip apart under impact forces If a belt is torn or frayed get a new one right away Also look for any opened or broken air bag covers and have them repaired or replaced The air bag system does not need regular maintenance yellow blue Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash If you ve had a crash do you need new belts After a very minor collision nothing may be necessary But if the belts were stretched as they would be if worn during a more severe crash then you need new belts If belts are cut or damaged replace them Collision damage also may mean you will need to have safety belt or seat parts repaired or replaced New parts and repairs may be necessary even if the belt wasn t being used at the time of the collision If an air bag inflates you ll need to replace air bag system parts See the part on the air bag system earlier in this section 1 51 yellow blue f NOTES yellow blue f NOTES yellow blue f NOTES
263. t there until the wipers start then let go The wipers will stop after one cycle If you want more cycles hold the band on MIST longer yellow blue You can set the wiper speed for a long delay or short delay between wipes This can be very useful in light rain or snow Push the lever up one click to INT intermittent then turn the band located on the lever to adjust the delay time Turn the band down for a longer delay up for a shorter delay The wiper speed can only be adjusted when the lever is in the INT position not in HI or LO Be sure to clear the ice and snow from the wiper blades before using them If they re frozen to the windshield carefully loosen or thaw them If your blades do become damaged get new blades or blade inserts Heavy snow or ice can overload your wipers A circuit breaker will stop them until the motor cools Clear away snow or ice to prevent an overload 2 33 Windshield Washer At the end of the right hand lever on the steering wheel there is a wiper symbol To spray washer fluid on the windshield push the button on the end of the lever The wipers will run for several sweeps and then either stop or return to your preset speed In freezing weather don t use your washer until the windshield is warmed Otherwise the washer fluid can form ice on the windshield blocking your vision Cruise Control With cruise control you can maintain a speed of about 25 mph 40 km h or more without k
264. tenance 30 000 Miles 50 000 km Check Oil Life Monitor If engine oil and filter are changed reset monitor ACTUAL See Engine Oil in the re An Emission Control Service See footnote bo If Equipped Replace passenger compartment air filter Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote Replace air cleaner filter An Emission Control Service Inspect fuel tank cap and lines for damage or leaks Inspect fuel cap gasket for any damage Replace parts as needed An Emission Control Service See footnoteT 37 500 Miles 62 500 km Check Oil Life Monitor If engine oil and filter are changed reset monitor See Engine Oil in the Index MILEAGE SERVIC f An Emission Control Service See footnote bo Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 7 7 Scheduled Maintenance 45 000 Miles 75 000 km Check Oil Life Monitor If engine oil and filter are changed reset monitor See Engine Oil in the Index An Emission Control Service See footnote Inspect air cleaner filter if you are driving in dusty conditions Replace filter if necessary An Emission Control Service See footnote T If Equipped Replace passenger compartment air filter Rotate tires
265. termine what kind of transaxle fluid to use See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants in the Index If the fluid level is low add only enough of the proper fluid to bring the level into the cross hatched area on the dipstick 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 It doesn t take much fluid generally less than one pint 0 5 L Don t overfill NOTICE We recommend you use only fluid labeled DEXRON III because fluid with that label is made especially for your automatic transaxle Damage caused by fluid other than DEXRON III is not covered by your new vehicle warranty yellow blue 3 After adding fluid recheck the fluid level as described under How to Check 4 When the correct fluid level is obtained push the dipstick back in all the way Radiator Pressure Cap 3800 V6 Engine NOTICE Your radiator cap is a 15 psi 105 kPa pressure type cap and must be tightly installed to prevent coolant loss and possible engine damage from overheating Be sure the arrows on the cap line up with the overflow tube on the radiator filler neck When qon replace your radiator pressure cap an AC Delco cap is recommended 6 25 Cooling System Pressure Cap 3 5L V6 Engine The cooling system pressure cap is located on the surge tank NOTICE Your cooling system pressure cap is a 15 psi 105 kPa pressure type c
266. throughout your vehicle yellow blue Audio Systems 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 Find out what your Delco Electronics system can do and how to operate all its controls to be sure you re getting the most out of the advanced engineering that went into it Setting the Clock Press and hold HR until the correct hour appears The letter A or P may appear on the display for AM or PM Then press and hold MN until the correct minute appears The clock may be set with the ignition on or off AM FM Stereo with Cassette Tape Player and Automatic Tone Control Dmm Teen Tian Playing the Radio PWR VOL Press this knob to turn the system on and off To increase volume turn the knob clockwise Turn it counterclockwise to decrease volume 3 10 yellow blue RCL Press this button briefly to recall the station being played or to display the clock To change what is normally shown on the display station or time press the RCL button until you see the display you want then hold the RCL button until the display flashes If you press the button when the ignition is off the clock will show for a few seconds Finding a Station AM FM Press this button to switch between AM FM1 and FM2 The display shows your selection TUNE Press this knob lightly so it extends Turn
267. tion Transaxle Lock Check 7 17 Key Lock Cylinder Service 0 00 7 15 Last Door Closed 0 0 0 cee cece eee eee 2 5 Lockout Prevention 00000 e eee eee ee 2 8 PowerDoOr eee peer ER ERR 2 4 Rear Door Security eee eee eee 2 8 Trink zu e aceto m acters ero ane aoe oe eee een as 2 13 Low Coolant Warning Light ena 2 59 Low Oil Level Light 0 0000 2 63 Low Washer Fluid Light 000 2 64 Lubricants and Fluids 0 000 e ee eee eee 7 19 Lubrication Service Body 0 7 15 Maintenance Normal Replacement Parts 6 71 Maintenance Record 0 cece eee ee eee 7 20 Maintenance Schedule 0 0 0 0 eee eee 7 1 Owner Checks and Services 0 0000 05 7 14 Periodic Maintenance Inspections 7 18 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants 7 19 Scheduled Maintenance Services 7 4 yellow blue Maintenance Underbody 000 6 60 Maintenance When Trailer Towing 4 41 Malfunction Indicator Lamp s esseere 2 59 Manual Control Climate Control system 3 5 Front Seat 1 2 Methanol mbi es tee DS 6 5 MIIOIS 2 41 Convex Outside 666666666666666 eee eee 2 44 Electrochromic Day Night Rearvi
268. tion balances the sound between the speakers Push the knob back into its stored position when you re not using it 3 16 yellow blue Playing a Cassette Tape Your tape player is built to work best with tapes that are up to 30 to 45 minutes long on each side Tapes longer than that are so thin they may not work well in this player The longer side with the tape visible should face to the right If the ignition is on but the radio is off the tape can be inserted and will begin playing If you hear nothing but a garbled sound the tape may not be in squarely Press EJECT to remove the tape and start over While the tape is playing use the VOL FADE BAL TREB BASS TONE SEEK and SCAN controls just as you do for the radio The TONE control is not available on the Bose radio Other controls may have different functions when a tape is inserted The display will show TP with a box around it and an arrow to show which side of the tape is playing Your tape bias is set automatically When a metal or chrome tape is inserted HI BIAS appears on the display If you want to insert a tape when the ignition is off first press EJECT or RCL If E and a number appear on the radio display and the tape won t play because of an error it could be that E10 The tape is tight and the player can t turn the tape hubs Remove the tape Hold the tape with the open end down and try to turn the right hub counterclockwise with a pencil Tu
269. tion 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 The compact spare is made to perform well at speeds up to 65 mph 105 km h for distances up to 3 000 miles 5 000 km so you can finish your trip and have your full size tire repaired or replaced where you want Of course it s best to replace your spare with a full size tire as soon as you can Your spare will last longer and be in good shape in case you need it again NOTICE When the compact spare is installed don t take your vehicle through an automatic car wash with guide rails The compact spare can get caught on the rails That can damage the tire and wheel and maybe other parts of your vehicle Don t use your compact spare on other vehicles And don t mix your compact spare tire or wheel with other wheels or tires They won t fit Keep your spare tire and its wheel together NOTICE Tire chains won t fit your compact spare Using them can damage your vehicle and can damage the chains too Don t use tire chains on your compact spare yellow blue If You re Stuck In Sand Mud Ice or Snow In order to free your vehicle when it is stuck you will need to spin the wheels but you don t want to spin your wheels too fast The method known as rocking can help you get out when you re stuck but you must use caution
270. tly on one of the trays Load the trays from bottom to top placing a disc on the tray label side down 3 20 yellow blue If you load a disc label side up the disc will not play and an error will occur Gently push the tray back into the magazine slot Repeat this procedure for loading up to 12 discs in the magazine Once you have loaded the discs in the magazine slide open the door of the compact disc CD changer Push the magazine into the changer in the direction of the arrow marked on top of the magazine Close the door by sliding it all the way to the left If the door is left partially open the changer will not operate and an error will occur When the door is closed the changer will begin checking for discs in the magazine This will continue for up to two minutes depending on the number of discs loaded To eject the magazine from the player slide the CD changer door all the way open The magazine will automatically eject Remember to keep the door closed whenever possible to keep dirt and dust from getting inside the changer yellow blue All of the CD functions are controlled by the radio buttons except for ejecting the magazine Whenever a CD magazine with discs is loaded in the changer the compact disc symbol CDC will appear on the radio display If the CD changer is checking the magazine for CDs the CDC symbol will flash on the display until the changer is ready to play When a CD begins playing a dis
271. to 93 C Get the vehicle warmed up by driving about 15 miles Too much or too little fluid can damage your 24 km when outside temperatures are above 50 F transaxle Too much can mean that some of the 10 C If it s colder than 50 F 10 C you may fluid could come out and fall on hot engine parts have to drive longer or exhaust system parts starting a fire Be sure to Checking the Fluid Level get an accurate reading if you check your transaxle fluid Park your vehicle on a level place Keep the engine running With the parking brake applied place the shift lever in PARK P With your foot on the brake pedal move the shift lever through each gear range pausing for about three seconds in each range Then position the shift lever in PARK P Letthe engine run at idle for three to five minutes 6 23 Then without shutting off the engine follow these steps 1 The transaxle fluid dipstick is the red loop near the back of the engine Pull out the dipstick and wipe it with a clean rag or paper towel 2 Pushit back in all the way wait three seconds and then pull it back out again 6 24 yellow blue 3800 V6 3 5L V6 Similar Check both sides of the dipstick and read the lower level The fluid level must be in the cross hatched area If the fluid level is in the acceptable range push the dipstick back in all the way How to Add Fluid Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to de
272. to hear the next selection There must be at least a three second gap between selections on a cassette tape VOL Press the up or down arrow to increase or decrease volume 3 26 Tips About Your Audio System Hearing damage from loud noise is almost undetectable until it is too late Your hearing can adapt to higher volumes of sound Sound that seems normal can be loud and harmful to your hearing Take precautions by adjusting the volume control on your radio to a safe sound level before your hearing adapts to it To help avoid hearing loss or damage Adjust the volume control to the lowest setting Increase volume slowly until you hear comfortably and clearly yellow blue NOTICE Before you add any sound equipment to your vehicle like a tape player CB radio mobile telephone or two way radio be sure you can add what you want If you can it s very important to do it properly Added sound equipment may interfere with the operation of your vehicle s engine Delco Electronics radio or other systems and even damage them Your vehicle s systems may interfere with the operation of sound equipment that has been added improperly So before adding sound equipment check with your dealer and be sure to check Federal rules covering mobile radio and telephone units 3 27 Care of Your Cassette Tape Player A tape player that is not cleaned regularly can cause reduced sound quality ruined cassettes or a damaged
273. tore the flat tire in your trunk Use the following procedure to secure the flat tire in the trunk When storing a full size tire you must use the extension to help avoid wheel surface damage Use the extension and protector guide located in foam holder To store a full size tire place the tire in the trunk valve stem facing down with the protector guide through a wheel bolt hole then remove the protector and attach the retainer securely When reinstalling the compact spare put the protector guide back in the foam holder Store the cover as far forward as possible yellow blue Storing the Spare Tire and Tools Storing a jack a tire or other equipment in the passenger compartment of the vehicle could cause injury In a sudden stop or collision loose equipment could strike someone Store all these in the proper place The compact spare is for temporary use only Replace the compact spare tire with a full size tire as soon as you can See Compact Spare Tire in the Index See the storage instructions label to replace your compact spare into your trunk properly 5 35 Retainer Cover Retainer position only for full size spare Tire Nut Jack Wrench Lock Nut Tool Foam Holder Bolt Screw Extension and Protector Guide yellow blue 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 infla
274. traint has one Be sure to follow the instructions that came with the child restraint Secure the child in the child restraint when and as the instructions say 1 Put the restraint on the seat 3 Buckle the belt Make sure the release button is 2 Pick up the latch plate and run the lap and shoulder positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the portions of the vehicle s safety belt through or safety belt quickly if you ever had to around the restraint The child restraint instructions will show you how If the shoulder belt goes in front of the child s face or neck put it behind the child restraint 1 42 yellow blue 4 Pull the rest of the shoulder belt all the way out of the retractor to set the lock To tighten the belt feed the shoulder belt back into the retractor while you push down on the child restraint If you re using a forward facing child restraint you may find it helpful to use your knee to push down on the child restraint as you tighten the belt Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure 1 43 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 Rear Seat Position Y 7 You ll be using the lap belt Be sure to follow the instructions that came
275. tt RR npe e ees 2 7 SerVICIIE issued want e qae ied Es 1 25 Park Mechanism Check 00 005 7 17 What Makes it Inflate 00 000 1 23 Automatic Transaxle What Will You See After it Inflates 1 24 Check ni kiere lead REY Lad MS S 7 15 When Should it Inflate 0 00 004 1 23 Fluid is EUST 6 22 Air Cleaner Filter 0 0 0 cece eee eee ee 6 18 Operatiofl iea mir 2 1 Air Conditioning Shif ng cessa ex exar ede o osi x rte dd 2 21 Automatic and Auxiliary Temperature Control 3 4 Electronic Controls 666666666660666 606060600600000 3 2 B Manual Control o oo eooo aLL LLL LLL 3 5 attery Lene LLL 6 37 Air Conditioning Refrigerants 00005 6 71 Jump Starting enn 5 3 Alignment and Balance Tire 00 000s eee 6 52 Replacement Remote Keyless Entry 2 12 Aluminum Wheels Cleaning Jom Oe at 6 59 Saver up due ud Su We Sah ds Ux uo peg due qud ets Wl Re nean 2 41 Antenna Backglass 6 666666666660660 00600000 3 29 nnn 5 3 An freez pe iranan ced a e a ere 6 26 BBB Auto Line ote tien att 8 4 Anti Lock Before Leaving On A Long Trip 4 23 Brake System Warning Light 2 55 4 7 Better Business Bureau Mediation 8 4 Brakes ses dota goi
276. uipped Power Door Locks Press the power door lock switch to lock or unlock all doors yellow blue The rear doors do not have power door lock switches The manual lever on each front and rear door works only on that door s lock It won t lock or unlock all the doors Push the manual lever rearward to unlock and forward to lock yellow blue Last Door Closed Locking This feature allows the doors to be locked while the passengers are leaving the vehicle This also provides a brief time period after all the doors are closed but before the doors lock in which the doors may be opened Last Door Closed Locking can be programmed by the owner Last Door Closed Locking is activated by either the power door lock switch inside the vehicle or by pressing the LOCK on the Remote Keyless Entry RKE transmitter After pressing the power door lock switch once three chimes will be heard The three chimes indicate that the Last Door Closed Locking has been activated The driver has three actions possible once the Last Door Closed Locking is activated Cancel the Last Door Closed Locking by pressing the unlock switch or by fully inserting the key in the ignition Override the Last Door Closed Locking feature and lock the doors immediately by pressing the lock switch a second time Let the Last Door Closed Locking feature complete the locking of the vehicle 2 5 If the driver wishes to let the Last Door Closed Lo
277. uments 2 24 Brake Mechanism Check 00 0005 7 17 EET 2 14 Over Things That Burn 0 2 28 With a Trailer pe nna 4 40 Passenger Position 0 0 0 0 eee 1 19 PASSING iuste aa Gee e aa Cea ORT VOR Rie RR 4 14 ASST GK quM Em 2 15 Periodic Maintenance Inspections 7 18 Power Accessory Outlet 0 0 00 eee eee eee 2 46 Door Locks eR 1 Er ee ER 2 4 Option FUSeS cic ec emen eee ee aee 6 63 Outside Mirrors os cece eee eens 2 44 Six Way Seat esce obe peur tesa ees eee ae 1 3 CSET Fa 23 Lu aoa tres dibus MARQUE Sd 4 12 Steering Fluid 6 31 SUNTOOR aere RU Ser A CEN EP RON cU 2 46 WindOWS vetas exer Wests Seated ed ae 2 30 9 8 yellow blue Power Steering Fluid 000000 6 31 Howto Check 5 me RR ere 6 32 Whatto USe sssi sek re x RUE Rey 6 32 When to Check 0 0 0 cee eee i 6 31 Pregnancy Use of Safety Belts 1 18 Problems on the Road 0 000 000 cee ee eee 5 1 Publications Service and Owner 0005 8 11 Radiator 5 17 Radiator Pressure Cap 0 000000 eee eee eee 6 25 Radio Reception 3 26 Radis APPETERE 3 10 3 14 Rain Driving In ceri renani e eee 4 19 Rear Console Cupholders
278. ur vehicle If a transmitter is lost or stolen a replacement can be purchased through your dealer Remember to bring any remaining transmitters with you when you go to your dealer When the dealer matches the replacement transmitter to your vehicle any remaining transmitters must also be matched Once your dealer has coded the new transmitter the lost transmitter will not unlock your vehicle Each vehicle can have only four transmitters matched to it 2 11 Battery Replacement Under normal use the battery in your remote keyless entry transmitter should last about two years You can tell the battery is weak if the transmitter won t work at the normal range in any location If you have to get close to your vehicle before the transmitter works it s probably time to change the battery NOTICE When replacing the battery use care not to touch any of the circuitry Static from your body transferred to these surfaces may damage the transmitter 2 12 yellow blue To replace your battery 1 Insert a flat object like a dime into the slot on the back of the transmitter Gently pry apart the front and back Gently pry the battery out of the transmitter Do not use a metal object Put the new battery into the transmitter as shown on the transmitter use a type CR2032 battery Put the two halves back together Make sure the halves are together tightly so water won t get in Resynchronize and then test
279. us some more than others and they can all damage your vehicle too 6 54 yellow blue Don t use any of these unless this manual says you can In many uses these will damage your vehicle Alcohol Laundry Soap Bleach Reducing Agents Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle Use a vacuum cleaner often to get rid of dust and loose dirt Wipe vinyl leather plastic and painted surfaces with a clean damp cloth Cleaning of Fabric Carpet Your dealer has two cleaners Multi Purpose Interior Cleaner and Capture Non Solvent Dry Spot and Soil Remover for cleaning fabric and carpet They will clean normal spots and stains very well You can get GM approved cleaning products from your dealer See Appearance Care and Materials in the Index Here are some cleaning tips Always read the instructions on the cleaner label Clean up stains as soon as you can before they set Carefully scrape off any excess stain Use a clean cloth or sponge and change to a clean area often A soft brush may be used if stains are stubborn If a ring forms on fabric after spot cleaning clean the entire area immediately or it will set Using Multi Purpose Interior Cleaner on Fabric 1 Vacuum and brush the area to remove any loose dirt 2 Always clean a whole trim panel or section Mask surrounding trim along stitch or welt lines 3 Mix powdered cleaner following the directions on the container label to form thick suds
280. ve inflated simply because of the damage to a vehicle or because of what the repair costs were Inflation is determined by the angle of the impact and how quickly the vehicle slows down in frontal or near frontal impacts What makes an air bag inflate In an impact of sufficient severity the air bag sensing system detects that the vehicle is in a crash The sensing system triggers a release of gas from the inflator which inflates the air bag The inflator air bag and related hardware are all part of the air bag modules inside the steering wheel and in the instrument panel in front of the right front passenger 1 23 How does an air bag restrain In moderate to severe frontal or near frontal collisions even belted occupants can contact the steering wheel or the instrument panel Air bags supplement the protection provided by safety belts Air bags distribute the force of the impact more evenly over the occupant s upper body stopping the occupant more gradually But air bags would not help you in many types of collisions including rollovers rear impacts and side impacts primarily because an occupant s motion is not toward those air bags Air bags should never be regarded as anything more than a supplement to safety belts and then only in moderate to severe frontal or near frontal collisions What will you see after an air bag inflates After an air bag inflates it quickly deflates so quickly that some people may not even real
281. ve lap shoulder belts Here s how to wear one properly yellow blue 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 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 Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you Don t let it get twisted The shoulder belt may lock if you pull the belt across you very quickly If this happens let the belt go back slightly to unlock it Then pull the belt across you more slowly Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks 3 To make the lap part tight pull down on the buckle Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure end of the belt as you pull up on the shoulder part 1 27 yellow blue z 2 You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt is eee as too loose In a crash you would move forward e d NR Lg too much which could increase injury The shoulder belt should fit against your body 95 4 Ai A ON 7 J Cy i N yy 1 GR Hie y G 0 5 1 AE The lap part of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips just touching the thighs In a crash this applies force to the strong pelvic bones And you d be less like
282. ve triangles you can set one up at Your hazard warning flashers let you warn others They the side of the road about 300 feet 100 m behind also let police know you have a problem Your front and your vehicle rear turn signal lamps will flash on and off Jump Starting If your battery has run down you may want to use another vehicle and some jumper cables to start your vehicle But please follow the steps below to do it safely Batteries can hurt you They can be dangerous because They contain acid that can burn you They contain gas that can explode or ignite They contain enough electricity to burn you If you don t follow these steps exactly some or all of these things can hurt you yellow blue NOTICE Ignoring these steps could result in costly damage to your vehicle that wouldn t be covered by your warranty The ACDelco Freedom battery in your vehicle has a built in hydrometer Do not charge test or jump start the battery if the hydrometer looks clear or light yellow Replace the battery when there is a clear or light yellow hydrometer and a cranking complaint Trying to start your vehicle by pushing or pulling it won t work and it could damage your vehicle 1 Check the other vehicle It must have a 12 volt battery with a negative ground system yellow blue NOTICE NOTICE If the other system isn t a 12 volt system with a negative ground both vehicles can be damaged If you l
283. vehicles when you re in PARK P or NEUTRAL N to protect driveline components from improper operations There are several positions for your shift lever PARK P This locks your front wheels It s the best position to use when you start your engine because your vehicle can t move easily yellow blue Itis 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 If you have left the engine running the vehicle can move suddenly You or others could be injured To be sure your vehicle won t move even when you re on fairly level ground always set your parking brake and move the shift lever to PARK P See Shifting Into PARK P in the Index If you re pulling a trailer see Towing a Trailer in the Index 2 21 Make sure the shift lever is fully in PARK P before starting the engine Your vehicle has a Brake Transaxle Shift Interlock BTSI You must fully apply your regular brakes before you can shift from PARK P when the ignition is in ON If you cannot shift out of PARK P ease pressure on the shift lever by pushing it all the way into PARK P while keeping the brake pushed down Then move the shift lever out of PARK P being sure to press the shift lever button See Shifting Out of PARK P in the Index REVERSE R Use this gear to back up N
284. very 4 27 Winter Driving 4 14 Passing 4 31 Recreational Vehicle Towing 4 16 Loss of Control 4 32 Loading Your Vehicle 4 17 Driving at Night 4 34 Towing a Trailer 4 19 Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads Defensive Driving The best advice anyone can give about driving is Drive defensively yellow blue 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 Anticipate what they might do Be ready for their mistakes Rear end collisions are about the most preventable of accidents Yet they are common Allow enough following distance It s the best defensive driving maneuver in both city and rural driving You never know when the vehicle in front of you is going to brake or turn suddenly Defensive driving requires that a driver concentrate on the driving task Anything that distracts from the driving task such as concentrating on a cellular telephone call reading or reaching for something on the floor makes proper defensive driving more difficult and can even cause a collision with resulting injury Ask a passenger to help do things like this or pull off the road in a safe place to do them yourself These simple defensive driving te
285. when the engine and radiator are hot can allow steam and scalding liquids to blow out and burn you badly Never turn the surge tank pressure cap even a little when the engine and radiator are hot The vehicle must be on a level surface When your engine is cold the coolant level should be at the FULL COLD mark If the low coolant warning light comes on and stays on The coolant surge tank for the 3 5L V6 engine is located it means you re low on in the engine compartment toward the rear of the engine engine coolant on the passengers side of the vehicle 6 30 Adding Coolant If you need more coolant add the proper DEX COOL coolant mixture at the surge tank but only when the engine is cool You can be burned if you spill coolant on hot engine parts Coolant contains ethylene glycol and it will burn if the engine parts are hot enough Don t spill coolant on a hot engine When replacing the pressure cap make sure it is hand tight yellow blue Power Steering Fluid 3 5L V6 Engine 3800 V6 Engine When to Check Power Steering Fluid It is not necessary to regularly check power steering fluid unless you suspect there is a leak in the system or you hear an unusual noise A fluid loss in this system could indicate a problem Have the system inspected and repaired 6 31 How to Check Power Steering Fluid When the engine compartment is cool wipe the cap and the top of the reservoir clean then u
286. which will glow when the button is pressed gt o UPPER This setting directs air through the instrument panel outlets gt o Vad BI LEVEL This setting directs air two ways Half of the air is directed through the instrument panel outlets Most of the remaining air is directed through the floor ducts and a little to the defrost and side window vents e tyd FLOOR This setting sends most of the air through the ducts near the floor The rest comes out of the defroster and side window vents A ad DEFOG This setting allows half of the air to go to the floor ducts and half to the defrost and side window vents The air conditioning compressor will run automatically in this setting unless the outside temperature is below 40 F 4 5 C Even when the compressor is running you can control the temperature SI DEFROST This setting directs most of the air through the defrost and side window vents Some of the air goes to the floor ducts The air conditioning compressor will run automatically in this setting unless the outside temperature is below 40 F 4 5 C Even when the compressor is running you can control the temperature Air Conditioning Compressor Button Press the A C button to operate the air conditioning compressor The indicator light on the button will flash briefly and stay on solid to let you know your air conditioning will come on If the light on the A C button turns off after flashing has stop
287. witch Check Brake Transaxle Shift Interlock BTSI Check 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 If it does you or others could be injured Follow the steps below injured Follow the steps below 1 Before you start be sure you have enough room 1 Before you start be sure you have enough room around the vehicle around the vehicle It should be parked on a 2 Firmly apply both the parking brake see Parking level surface Brake in the Index if necessary and the 2 Firmly apply the parking brake see Parking Brake regular brake in the Index if necessary NOTE Do not use the accelerator pedal and be NOTE Be ready to apply the regular brake ready to turn off the engine immediately if it starts immediately if the vehicle begins to move 3 Try to start the engine in each gear The starter 3 With the engine off turn the key to the ON position should work only in PARK P or NEUTRAL N but don t start the engine Without applying the If the starter works in any other position your regular brake try to move the shift lever out of vehicle needs service PARK P with normal effort If the shift lever moves out of PARK P your vehicle s BTSI needs service 7 16 Ignition Transaxle Lock Check While parked and with the parking brake set try to turn the ignition key to OFF in each shift leve
288. with the child restraint Secure the child in the child restraint when and as the instructions say See the earlier part about the top strap if the child restraint has one 1 44 yellow blue Make the belt as long as possible by tilting the latch plate and pulling it along the belt Put the restraint on the seat Run the vehicle s safety belt through or around the restraint The child restraint instructions will show you how yellow blue 4 Buckle the belt Make sure the release button is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to 5 To tighten the belt pull its free end while you push down on the child restraint If you re using a forward facing child restraint you may find it helpful to use your knee to push down on the child restraint as you tighten the belt 6 Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure To remove the child restraint just unbuckle the vehicle s safety belt It will be ready to work for an adult or larger child passenger 1 45 Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position Y 7 Your vehicle has a right front passenger air bag Never put a rear facing child restraint in this seat Here s why 1 46 yellow blue A child in a rear facing child restraint can be seriously injured or killed if the right front passenger s air bag inflates even though your vehicle has Ne
289. x Don t use abrasive cleaners on glass because they may cause scratches Avoid placing decals on the inside rear window since they may have to be scraped off later If abrasive cleaners are used on the inside of the rear window an electric defogger element may be damaged Any temporary license should not be attached across the defogger grid Cleaning the Outside of the Windshield and Wiper Blades If the windshield is not clear after using the windshield washer or if the wiper blade chatters when running wax sap or other material may be on the blade or windshield Clean the outside of the windshield with GM Windshield Cleaner Bon Ami Powder non scratching glass cleaning powder GM Part No 1050011 The windshield is clean if beads do not form when you rinse it with water yellow blue Grime from the windshield will stick to the wiper blades and affect their performance Clean the blade by wiping vigorously with a cloth soaked in full strength windshield washer solvent Then rinse the blade with water Check the wiper blades and clean them as necessary replace blades that look worn Weatherstrips Silicone grease on weatherstrips will make them last longer seal better and not stick or squeak Apply silicone grease with a clean cloth at least every six months During very cold damp weather more frequent application may be required See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants in the Index Cleaning the Outside
290. xt Generation frontal air bags This is because the back of the rear facing child restraint would be very close to the inflating air bag Always secure a rear facing child restraint in a rear seat You may secure a forward facing child restraint in the right front seat but before you do always move the front passenger seat as far back as it will go It s better to secure the child restraint in a rear seat Wherever you install it be sure to secure the child restraint properly Keep in mind that an unsecured child restraint can move around in a collision or sudden stop and injure people in the vehicle Be sure to properly secure any child restraint in your vehicle even when no child is in it Top Strap yellow blue Canadian law requires that forward facing child restraints have a top strap and that the strap be anchored If your child restraint has a top strap it should be anchored If you need to have an anchor installed your dealer can obtain a kit with anchor hardware and installation instructions specifically designed for this vehicle The dealer can then install the anchor for you This work will be done for you free of charge Or you may install the anchor yourself using the instructions provided in the kit 1 41 yellow blue Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Outside Seat Position an e 7 You ll be using the lap shoulder belt See the earlier part about the top strap if the child res
291. xt Generation frontal air bags This is because the back of the rear facing child restraint would be very close to the inflating air bag Always secure a rear facing child restraint in the rear seat 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 Secure the child in the child restraint when and as the instructions say Because your vehicle has a right front passenger air bag always move the seat as far back as it will go before securing a forward facing child restraint See Seats in the Index 2 Put the restraint on the seat yellow blue 3 Pick up the latch plate and run the lap and shoulder portions of the vehicle s safety belt through or around the restraint The child restraint instructions will show you how If the shoulder belt goes in front of the child s face or neck put it behind the child restraint 5 Pull the rest of the shoulder belt all the way out of the retractor to set the lock 4 Buckle the belt Make sure the release button is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to 17 6 To tighten the belt feed the shoulder belt back into the retractor while you push down o
292. y also choose a non scrubbing action wet type cleaner which uses a cassette with a fabric belt to clean the tape head This type of cleaning cassette will not eject on its own non scrubbing action cleaner may not clean as thoroughly as the scrubbing type cleaner The use of a non scrubbing action dry type cleaning cassette is not recommended After you clean the player press and hold EJECT for five seconds to reset the CLN indicator The radio will display to show the indicator was reset Cassettes are subject to wear and the sound quality may degrade over time Always make sure the cassette tape is in good condition before you have your tape player serviced Care of Your Compact Discs Handle discs carefully Store them in their original cases or other protective cases and away from direct sunlight and dust If the surface of a disc is soiled dampen a clean soft cloth in a mild neutral detergent solution and clean it wiping from the center to the edge Be sure never to touch the signal surface when handling discs Pick up discs by grasping the outer edges or the edge of the hole and the outer edge Care of Your Compact Disc Player The use of CD lens cleaner discs is not advised due to the risk of contaminating the lens of the CD optics with lubricants internal to the CD mechanism Backglass Antenna Your AM FM antenna is integrated with your rear window defogger located in the rear window Be sure that the insid
293. y bags behind the net It can help keep them from falling over during sharp turns or quick starts and stops The net isn t for larger heavier loads Store them in the trunk as far forward as you can You can unhook the net so that it will lie flat when you re not using it You can also push the net down and hook it under the plastic hooks Ashtrays and Cigarette Lighter When your vehicle is delivered the ashtray and cigarette lighter assembly will be in a plastic bag placed in the center console storage area If the ashtray and lighter are needed insert the ashtray and holder into the stationary open cupholder in front of the shift lever The lighter outlet is located behind a flip out door just below the heating and air conditioning controls 2 45 Sun Visors To block out the glare you can swing down the visors You can also swing them from front to side Visor Vanity Mirrors Open the cover to expose the vanity mirror If your vehicle has the optional lighted vanity mirrors the lamps will come on when you open the cover Accessory Power Outlets The power outlets are located on the lower left passenger side and behind the flip out door of the lighter 2 46 yellow blue The power outlets can be used to plug electrical equipment such as a cellular telephone compact disc radio etc Follow the proper installation instructions that are included with any electrical equipment you install OnStar System O
294. y enough NOTICE If your front wheels can t rotate don t try to drive This might happen if you were stuck in very deep sand or mud or were up against a solid object You could damage your transaxle Also if you stop when going uphill don t hold your vehicle there with only the accelerator pedal This could overheat and damage the transaxle Use your brakes or shift into PARK P to hold your vehicle in position on a hill 2 24 yellow blue Parking Brake To set the parking brake hold the regular brake pedal down with your right foot Push down the parking brake pedal with your left foot To release the parking brake hold the regular brake pedal down with your right foot and push the parking brake pedal with your left foot When you lift your left foot the parking brake pedal will follow it to the released position yellow blue hifti NOTICE Shifting Into PARK P Driving with the parking brake on can cause your rear brakes to overheat You may have to replace them and you could also damage other parts of your vehicle 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 If you are towing a trailer and are parking on any hill you have left the engine running the vehicle can see Towing a Trailer in the Index That section shows move suddenly You or others could be injured what to do first to kee
295. yellow blue Cu The 1999 Oldsmobile Intrigue Owner s Manual 1 1 Seats and Restraint Systems This section tells you how to use your seats and safety belts properly It also explains the SRS system Features and Controls This section explains how to start and operate your vehicle Comfort Controls and Audio Systems This section tells you how to adjust the ventilation and comfort controls and how to operate your audio system Your Driving and the Road Here you ll find helpful information and tips about the road and how to drive under different conditions 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 Service and Appearance Care Here the manual tells you how to keep your vehicle running properly and looking good Maintenance Schedule 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 10 Index Here s an alphabetical listing of almost every subject in this manual You can use it to quickly find something you want to read LL GENERAL MOTORS GM the GM Emblem OLDSMOBILE the OLDSMOBILE Rocket Emblem and the name INTRIGUE are registered trademarks of General Motors Corporati
296. yellow blue f NOTES 5 39 yellow blue f NOTES 5 40 yellow blue Cu 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 6 2 Service 6 54 Appearance Care 6 3 Fuel 6 54 Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle 6 5 Fuels in Foreign Countries 6 56 Care of Safety Belts 6 6 Filling Your Tank 6 57 Cleaning Glass Surfaces 6 9 Filling a Portable Fuel Container 6 57 Cleaning the Outside of Your Vehicle 6 9 Checking Things Under the Hood 6 59 Cleaning Aluminum Wheels If Equipped 6 13 Engine Oil 6 59 Sheet Metal Damage 6 18 Engine Air Cleaner Filter 6 59 Finish Damage 6 22 Automatic Transaxle Fluid 6 60 Underbody Maintenance 6 26 Engine Coolant 6 60 Chemical Paint Spotting 6 31 Power Steering Fluid 6 61 GM Vehicle Care Appearance Materials 6 33 Windshield Washer Fluid 6 62 Vehicle Identification Number VIN 6 34 Brakes 6 62 Service Parts Identification Label 6 37 Battery 6 63 Electrical System 6 38 Bulb Replacement 6 69 Replacement Bulbs 6 45 Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement 6 70 Capacities and Specifications 6 46 Tires 6 71 Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts Service Your dealer knows your vehicle best and wants you to be happy with it We hope you
297. you are encouraged to drive the vehicle until scheduling can be accomplished If the dealer requests that you simply drop the vehicle Off for service you are urged to do so as early in the work day as possible to allow for same day repair Transportation Options Warranty service can generally be completed while you wait However if you are unable to wait Oldsmobile helps minimize your inconvenience by providing several transportation options Depending on the circumstances your dealer can offer you one of the following Shuttle Service Participating dealerships can provide you with shuttle service to get you to your destination with minimal interruption of your daily schedule This includes a one way shuttle ride to a destination up to 10 miles from the dealership 8 8 yellow blue Public Transportation or Fuel Reimbursement If your vehicle requires overnight warranty repairs reimbursement up to 30 per day five days maximum may be available for the use of public transportation such as taxi or bus In addition should you arrange transportation through a friend or relative reimbursement for reasonable fuel expenses up to 10 per day five day maximum may be available Claim amounts should reflect actual costs and be supported by original receipts Courtesy Rental Vehicle When your vehicle is unavailable due to overnight warranty repairs your dealer may arrange to provide you with a courtesy rental vehicle or reimbu

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