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1. as 33 as 5 5 Washer Fluid Windshield 6 26 Washing Your Vehicle 6 48 Westleretrne oido esce oras m FIER 6 45 9 10 a a GRO Gb Gb SB M dp m dox d o d o8 mob OS oh omod won mod om opi Pom d puo b mownou da Wheel Cover Removal Wheel Nut Cap Removal Wrench Bearer erat orate Terra greet DEN DA en ERE 2 33 E Windshield Washer Tiii equae EE PET ES Fluid Level Check mod ow b mo b mob m s ho oh d mou i d a k a omo 5 etter bomm xoc Ch poa d V ndshicld WIRES 2 36 Cleaning a ser n 6 48 Binge Replacement 11222221 6 35 PUSS Peay heey siete ears Phe tones c 0728 LL Peu e s scite fo n lr nmn 4 26 Wiper Blade Check CIA ee da 7 40 Wiper Blades Cleaning oorr 0 8 Wiring Headlamp Sie twa ae tie e s wwe 6 54 seated meee ae ee Wrench 2 2 2 2 2 2 5 25 JI Service Station Checkpoints BATTERY TERMINAL P5 6 TIRES ENGINE OIL DIPSTICK 12 SECONDARY 4 HOOD HELEASE ug d 10 IND HOOD FUEL RELEASE DOOR ENGINE COOLANT RECOVERY TANK l 10 PEE bii WASHE
2. 6 59 6 25 Specifications Engine 6 60 Third Gear Automatic 2 24 Speech Impaired Customer Assistance g 4 Steerin lili 2 33 22 9 59 Time Out F eene ree eese 2544 IT VY KETTE TUNE 1 18 Time Setting Wey 3 6 States CUCM 6 45 Chhaing Ra EE E REI 6 43 Starter Switch Check 7 41 4 30 Starting Your Engine 2 19 Tire Loading Information Label iacit es A eg RU T EI 4 13 6 36 4 11 Alignment and Balance 6 41 In Emergencies 4 12 RT TON ECCE ERE GE EGET 6 39 HA cross cer ees Cale wet rarer eT reer area 4 11 Chains 6 43 a laa C a FI Lr cd Dg 4 11 Changing Flat aT RR ES E 5 23 O 2 33 Cleaning n tnnt 6 50 Storage Compartments cene 2 51 Compact Spare isses nnne 3 34 Front Armrest Tm 2 52 6 36 Rear Compartment 2 52 Inflation Check 1 39 Sunglasses
3. 7 47 Maintenance Schedule 7 1 Long Trip Highway Definition 7 6 Long Trip Highway Intervals 7 6 Owner Checks and Services a ee Periodic Maintenance Inspections 7 43 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants 7 45 Scheduled Maintenance Services 7 4 Short Trip City Definition 7 5 Short Trip City Intervals 7 5 Maintenance Underbody 6 51 Maintenance When Trailer Towing 4 39 Malfunction Indicator Lamp 2 65 Manual Front Seat Pa xU UR re 1 2 Manual Remote Control Mirror 2 50 Map rin acu RR MENOR OR 2 91 Maxifuse Relay Center EAT 6 55 Metbanol REQUE MON ORUM cia uon yore oie 2 46 Convex CDatside 2 51 Day Night Rearview 2 46 Electrochromic Day Night Rearview with Compass 2 47 Manual Remote Control 2 50 Power Remote 2 50 esta ee ee Find 2 54 6 4 Mode Knob Climate Control System 3 2 Multifunction Lever 2 34 Net Convenience 2 53 Neutral
4. 2 8 An Theftt Ratio oo ea um waa 3 16 PORTA mE i A A 6 44 Appearance Care Materials 6 52 Arbitration PPG 8 7 OAD 2 52 P rir RE S TTCETNTE ETE 2 53 Audio Equipment Adding Oy nA DAS RON STA 3 19 Audio GYHEPII E 3 6 Automatic racine ROUTER TOR HE 4 23 2 21 2 21 eco Transaxle 6 18 Transaxle Operation 2 21 Transaxle Park Mechanism 7 42 A tomabic Door Locks 4 222 ew ez 2 5 Automatic Door Locks Customizing 2 5 DI ter 6 30 Jump Dat ol rl lu RU Rasa eH rr E ee 5 3 Replacement Remote Keyless Entry Warme Te aol 2 61 2 3 BBE Anbo ad se nr 8 7 Belt Bnpine Accessory 32 2 224222222 0 1 6 61 Better Business Bureau 8 7 Blizzard Driving sce ee ede eters 4 28 9 1 Brake Adjustment nnn renes 6 30 Anti lock System Warning Light EYE EATER 2 63 4 7 Se 6 27 Master Cylinder s seere ttet nmn 6 27 2 25 Pedal Travel 2 lues rro ce han nn 6 30 Replacing System Parts russia TUM Warning Light hte dee Lon SEA
5. 1 10 Parts Identification Label 22 6 53 Incorrect Usage 1 13 1 43 1 44 Publications Ordering 8 11 Lap Belt 1 24 Work Doing Your Own 6 2 Lap Shoulder ie nem dee ER dL eke ey 1 10 1 26 Service and Appearance co een m MES rd 6 1 Larger Children Mtem nnn l 42 Service and Owner Publications tns 8 10 Service Publication 8 10 Supplemental Restraint System 1 18 Servicing Your Air Bag Equipped Oldsmobile 1 23 PDC VoM foo wr eire row wq YI Y mmm AER Ga HE Ane Due Metal Damage tie due S a 6 51 hiftin pibe ir 120222022222 2 21 Tachometer YE E FEAT dcr E re e AR lito PARK B 2 26 Taillamp Bulb Replacement auo MEI raus 6 34 Gol oL PARE P 2 30 Player os 3720 Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster E 1 12 Temperature Knob Climate Control System 253 Signaling Turns 0 44 lheaerDimming DERI 2 SEEN C cocci Ar Dae 4 15 2 15 Sound Bauer ABRE RE te epee 3 19 Theft Deterrent 2465 3 16 Spare Tire 5 34 3 16 Specifications and
6. TIPPS 7 43 URDU res SW we TR Ay AE PYTEG n 7 43 Throttle Linkage os ee he 1 43 Papel 2 56 6 47 care gre aim A peasy ete 2 58 Intensity Conio 2 43 Intensity Control 2 43 Interior Lamps raa alah ee ciate cla ein a Jack Tire ET 5 25 Sn Stare diui a e na Da RC 5 3 Key Lock Cylinders Service 7 40 Key Reminder Warming 2 15 2 18 Re ey aes a wea wd Ead E ieee i 2 2 VaL TE 4 31 Service Parts Identification 6 53 Tire Loading Information G N Vehicle Identification Number 6 53 Lamps Exit Lighting Fe aoe GLE 2 44 2 40 Illuminated Entry 2 44 Illumination Delayed 4 EAE ROREM 2 44 iieri ANM Ee DAVOS VES 2 43 On Reminder cer ecc a aan 2 40 CEU 2 44 2 46 Leaving Your Vehicle 2 8 Leaving Your Vehicle with the Engine Running 2 29 Lighter Po ete eee LEIE ce ae 4 99 Lights Air Bag Readiness 1 19 2 61 Anti Lock Brake System Warning 2 63 4 7 Battery Warning 2 61 Brake System
7. TM N 4 36 Retained Accessory Power eee ee 2 18 Safety Defects Reporting SO PS A 8 5 Reverse Automatic Transaxle 2 22 Safety Warnings and Symbols exse rd E Right Front Passenger Position R a 1 18 Scheduled Maintenance Services CULTUS 7 4 Roadside Assistance 8 5 Seatback Reclining Front MOT irs Roadside Assistance Canadian 8 6 ats Rocking Your Vehicle 5 35 Mua Front ur ao 1 2 BOO TES orci EIE E 6 37 Power RTE Restraint Systems 3 at Controls ead 1 2 Safety Belt Extender 556r ere 1 45 Securing a Child Restraint 1 35 Safety Belts _ 1 4 Second Gear Automatic Transaxle cant oe CO OE Adults 1 10 Security Feedback 2 11 Cie 2 11 Passenger Ponibn 1 24 e eee cera a 2 16 QS Ed ud ee i EE Deliver Posti 1 10 Bulletins Cere rre ces nana cs edd Extender 1 45 Manuals Ordering 12 1 e e n 8 11 How ta Wear Properly
8. 8 4 Customer Assistance Information 8 1 Customer Satisfaction Procedure 8 2 Damage 6 51 Damage Sheet Metal FREE NE METTE 6 51 Daytime Running Lamps 2 4 DNE Ba 1 erre er et FERT EN EE 5 3 Defects og Safety 8 8 Defensive DIVIDE sop oe eee eee ee ens EIN 4 2 Defogger Rear Window DEPO Vido a EE C DT dale 3 4 e R ee er aem came oor P DP Lucre eee tree E EI CELER OR 3 4 Delayed THlumination 2 44 Delayed Locking TIS ee I 2 6 Personalization Programming Eia EU EE Ker EPA Dimensions ee 6 60 Dolby gt B Noise Reduction See tects 34103 14 Dow Locke o coro neo nn Ra rere tr re 2 4 Liver ase ae Fino 1 10 Driving ay eaten eee yt acu city epee A ea 4 21 lei MR EIER TN EET 6 acu is ARES M e PU 4 2 ror Ls EP T ICI EO TS SOR E E RETO 4 22 Ina BINE rer alae ga ae RD E lee 4 28 in Foreign coli erret pn EE 6 5 rSECRE CET 4 16 Met MEWS roe ie aw 4 11 On Grades While Towing a Paler 4 39 On Hill and Mountain Roads m 4 24 On Snow and Ice Riva AERIS arya eee eae 4 27 Through Water 4 20 TC REOR 4 18 426 MOM
9. DRIED EAN a NEER Et Nee a 5 Inspection a once enero ane 6 37 Storage Vehicle e MEE 6 30 Loading TAERE orn Stuck In Sand Mud Ice Snow 5 35 PROSSUTE sess eee nne 6 36 Sun VISO 2 54 Temperature 2 22 6 41 Sunglasses eee Pale men Rn 22 51 Tires Continued aida MEA EEG IRAE Ra ba E 6 41 Uniform Quality Grading 6 40 Wear Indicators EX Rie 6 39 Wheel Replacement DON 6 42 When It s Time for New 0739 Top enn nnn eyes 1 34 Torque Lock 2 29 Torque Wheel 9 31 6 59 Towing a Trailer eee eere 4 32 Towing Your Vehicle Traction Cpribul SVUBIIE ed a ee 4 9 Control System Warning Light 2 63 4 10 Off Warning Light 2 63 4 10 Trailer D t NI RT RET hw Bik o D OTT ene ea we EIE 4 36 Driving on Grades 22222 2 22 2 2 2 4 39 Siri d ro ree 4 37 4 36 Maintenance When Towing 4 39 Padang on HS Sine eaea 4 39 safety Chains 4 36 Tones WEISDE 4 35 Total Weight on Tires 4 35 Towing saw wees
10. stone chips fractures or deep scratches in the finish should be repaired right away Bare metal will corrode quickly and may develop into a major repair expense Minor chips and scratches can be repaired with touch up materials available from your retailer or other service outlets Larger areas of finish damage can be corrected in your retailer s body and paint shop 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 from 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 retailer or an underbody vehicle washing system can do this for you 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
11. 2 62 Check Engine cd Pet ra ad cl Bee 2 65 Check CRI ER 2221 abies 2 69 Engine Coolant Temperature Warning 2 65 Engine Oil Pressure Light 2 68 LOwWFUB cs cone nk ache ety EREBRTR 2 70 Low Washer Fluid ebay EASE Spi ADU GIL PRESSE IE ET EET RACE CEU RUN 2 68 Safety Belt DIAM 1 5 2 60 Traction Control System Warning 1 2 63 4 10 Traction Warning 2 63 4 10 Load Protection Inadvertent 2 46 Loading Your Vehicle cake eas ee 4 30 T EA ee ERI TT NY 2 4 Ann Lockout Feature 32 2 8 DOO uou kin OR An Rn nn 2 5 Automatic Door Customizing 2 5 eol cie i ice SUELE 7 40 Delayed Locking 2 6 DG aoe cua CO OC 2 4 Ignition Transaxle Lock Check T0242 Key Lock Cylinder Service 7 40 Power 3 25 EIE 2 4 Rear Door a asa 2 7 rr rrr SOY 2 13 Low Poet Light ooo oet ann rater 2 70 Low Washer Fluid Warning 2 60 Lubricants and 7 45 Lubrication Service Body 7 40 Maintenance Normal Replacement 6 60 Maintenance Record
12. 4 32 Turn Signals A 4 38 4 34 Transaxle Fluid Automatic EI X Edd Ere eia asit 6 18 Transmitters Matching to Your Vehicle 2 12 Transmitters Remote Lock Control Ae Transportation Courtesy oco SuSE Trip Odometer ie 2 59 Trunk Release Lockout Remote 2 14 Release Remote 2 13 Security 2 14 Trunk Lap eiie eer bese aes 2 2 46 8 4 Turn Signal and Lane Change Indicator 2 34 Tum Signal On Chime 2 35 Turn Signal Multifunction Lever 2 34 Turn Signals When Towing a 4 38 Twilight Sentinel 2 43 Underbody Flushing Service 7 42 Underbody Maintenance eric 6 51 Vehicle 4 6 umage Warnings iv Dimensions HINT men TIS E 6 60 Identification Number 6 53 Bee cies wa cares 4 30 oo LLLI cere rrr 6 30 Ventilation System 353 Visor Vanity Mirrors 2 54 Visare 2 224 2 Sia ee Warming LUDUM ssa eu ida lak 5 3 Warning Lights Gages and Indicators 2 60 Warranty
13. a ha 47 2 53 s 7 The 1997 Oldsmobile Eighty Eight Owner s Manual 1 1 2 1 4 1 5 1 6 1 7 1 8 1 9 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 Oldsmobile 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 what to do if you have 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 Oldsmobile 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 5 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 GENERAL MOTORS
14. 4 37 Drinken DONMA C Cane iine 4 2 Equipment Adding poses 3 19 6 54 System 6 54 Electrochromic Day Night Rearview Mirror w Compass 2 47 Electronic Level Control 4 32 c p Ep 6 11 atn ngo MEE eri OOM da dor ere 6 21 2 20 Coolant Level Check 7 39 Coolant Temperature Gage 2 65 Coolant Temperature Warning Light 2 65 POMA 2 14 2 31 4 29 Fuse Block Driver s Side 6 55 Fuse Block 5 del E aE AED 6 37 Identfical n VERE 4 33 EAS 7 39 Overheating ATTI TT TIENI NIA IDE 5 13 Running While 2 3 SpecificaioDB eoe RED Sting VOub 2 19 9 3 Pre tl che n avd ius ie wiles d a wd ta d CR a UR 6 12 PUMA CR ace NOR ca wg e a tt 6 13 AOISE o EE Ree CERT c Y MN AA 6 15 COBRE 6 12 Pressure Light DX EUR A 2 68 CENE I PERSPSER RR a A ard 6 15 What Kind to 6 13 When in uai 6 15 BOE 6 5 Exhaust Engine Eee re eee ACE 2 14 2 31 4 29 Exit Lighting FI E uui da ak 2 44 Express Down Window ONCE eh copes 2 33 Exterior 2
15. Checking Things Under the Hood The following sections tell you how to check fluids lubricants and important underhood parts An electric fan under the hood can start up and injure you even when the engine is not running Keep hands clothing and tools away from any underhood electric fan Things that burn can get on hot engine parts and start a fire These include liquids like 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 Hood Release To open the hood first pull the hood release handle inside the vehicle It is next to the parking brake pedal near the floor 6 10 Then go to the front of the vehicle and pull up on the secondary hood release Lift the hood Before closing the hood be sure all the filler caps are on properly Then just pull the hood down and close it firmly 3800 Series II Engine L36 Code When you open the hood you ll see Engine Coolant Recovery Tank D Engine Oil Dipstick G Brake Master Cylinder B Battery E Engine Oil Fill Cap H Air Cleaner C Radiator Pressure Cap Automatic Transaxle Fluid Dipstick L Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir 6 11 Engine Oil If the CHECK OIL light on the instrument panel comes on it means you need to check your engine oil level nght away For more
16. Hydraulic Brake Delco Supreme 11 Brake Fluid GM Part No 12377967 or equivalent DOT 3 brake fluid Chassis lubricant GM Part No 12377985 or equivalent or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI 2 Category LB or GC LB GM Power Steering Fluid Parking Brake Power Steering System GM Part No 1052884 1 pint 1050017 1 quart or equivalent Automatic DEXRON III Automatic Transaxle Transmission Fluid Key Lock Multi Purpose lubricant Superlube GM Part No 12346241 or equivalent Cylinders Lubriplate lubricant aerosol GM Part No 12346293 or equivalent or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI 2 Category LB or GC LB 7 45 USAGE FLUID LUBRICANT Chassis Chassis lubricant GM Part Lubrication No 12377985 or equivalent or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI 2 Category LB or GC LB GM Optikleen Washer Solvent GM Part No 1051515 or equivalent Windshield Washer Solvent Lubriplate lubricant aerosol GM Part No 12346293 or equivalent or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI 2 Category LB or GC LB Hood Latch Assembly Pivots Spring Anchor and Release Pawl 7 46 USAGE FLUID LUBRICANT Hood and Door Multi purpose lubricant Superlube 7 Hinges Fuel GM Part No 12346241 Filler Door or equivalent Hinge Rear Compartment Lid
17. fluid level if you have been driving When outside temperatures are above 90 F 32 C At high speed for quite a while In heavy traffic especially in hot weather While pulling a trailer 6 19 Then without shutting off the engine follow these steps 1 The transaxle fluid dipstick top is a round red loop and 1s next to the brake master cylinder behind the engine block Pull out the dipstick and wipe it with a clean rag or paper towel 3 Check both sides of the dipstick and read the lower level The fluid level must be in the cross hatched area 2 Push it back in all the way wait three seconds and 4 If the fluid level is in the acceptable range push the then pull it back out again dipstick back in all the way P How to Add Fluid Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of transaxle fluid to use See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants in the Index II 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 because fluid with that label is made especially for your automatic transaxle Damage caused by fluid other than DEXRON II
18. the GM Emblem OLDSMOBILE the OLDSMOBILE Rocket Emblem and the name EIGHTY EIGHT are registered trademarks of General Motors Corporation This manual includes the latest information at the time it was printed We reserve the right to make changes in the product after that time without further notice 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 Oldsmobile 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 use it Litho in U S A Part 22652544 First Edition ii We support voluntary technician certification WE VOLUNTARY TECHNICIAM GERTIFSCATION THROUGH Haina tor AUTOMOTIVE SEAVICE EXCELLENCE For Canadian Owners Who Prefer a French Language Manual Aux propri taires canadiens Vous pouvez vous procurer un exemplaire de ce guide en francais chez votre concessionaire ou au DGN Marketing Services Lid 1500 Bonhill Rd Mississauga Ontario L5T 1C7 Copyright General Motors Corporation 1996 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 vou learn about the features and controls for your vehicle In this manual
19. 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 at the rear edge of the driver s door or see Loading Your Vehicle in the Index Then he sure you don t go over the GVW limit for your vehicle including the weight of the trailer tongue 4 35 Hitches 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 bumpers on your vehicle are not intended hitches Do not attach rental hitches or other bumper type hitches to them 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 36 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 safetv chains may be provided by the hitch manufacturer or by the trailer manufacturer Follow the manufacturer s recommendation for attac
20. 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 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 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 where the tires meet the road Adding the sudden acceleration can demand too much of those places You can lose control Refer to Traction Control 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
21. How To Check Power Steering Fluid When the engine compartment is cool wipe the cap and the top of the reservoir clean then unscrew the cap and wipe the dipstick with a clean rag Replace the cap and completely tighten it Then remove the cap again and look at the fluid level on the dipstick The level should be at the FULL COLD mark 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 6 25 Windshield Washer Fluid What to Use When you need windshield washer fluid be sure to read the manufacturer s instructions before use If vou 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 Open the cap labeled WASHER FLUID ONLY Add washer fluid until the tank is full NOTICE When using concentrated washer fluid follow the manufacturer s instructions for adding water Don t mix water with ready to use washer fluid Water can cause the solution to freeze and damage your washer fluid tank and other parts of the washer system 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 f
22. Air Bag Readiness Light There is an air bag readiness light on the instrument panel which shows AIR BAG 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 sensors 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 This light will come on when you start your engine and it will flash for a few seconds Then the light AIR should go out This means BAG 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 RUN If the light doesn t come on then have it fixed so it will be ready to warn you if there is a problem Battery Warning Light This light will come on briefly when you start the vehicle as a check to show you it is working then it should go out If it stays on or comes on while you are driving you may have a problem with the electrical charging system It could indicate that you have a generator problem or another electrical system problem Have it checked right away Driving while this light is could drain your battery If you must drive a short distanc
23. First you ll need to decide which of the two schedules 15 right for your vehicle Here s how to decide which schedule to follow 7 4 Maintenance Schedule Short Trip City Definition Follow the Short Trip City Maintenance Schedule if any one of these conditions is true for your vehicle Most trips are less than 5 to 10 miles 8 to 16 km This 15 particularly important when outside temperatures are below freezing Most trips include extensive idling such as frequent driving in stop and go traffic Most trips are through dusty areas You frequently tow a trailer or use a carrier on top of your vehicle If the vehicle is used for delivery service police taxi or other commercial application One of the reasons you should follow this schedule if you operate your vehicle under any of these conditions is that these conditions cause engine oil to break down sooner Short Trip City Intervals Every 3 000 Miles 5 000 km Engine Oil and Filter Change or 3 months whichever occurs first Every 6 000 Miles 10 4M km Chassis Lubrication or 6 months whichever occurs first Tire Rotation Every 15 000 Miles 25 000 km Air Cleaner Filter Inspection if driving in dusty conditions Every 30 000 Miles 50 000 km Air Cleaner Filter Replacement Fuel Tank Cap and Lines Inspection Every 50 000 Miles 83 000 km Automatic Transaxle Service severe conditions only Every 60 000 Miles
24. If you haven t found a problem yet but the coolant level isn t at the FULL COLD mark add a 50 50 mixture of clean water preferably distilled and DEX COOL silicate free antifreeze at the coolant recovery tank See Engine Coolant in the Index for more information Adding only plain water to your cooling system can be dangerous Plain water or some other liquid like alcohol can boil before the proper coolant mix will Your vehicle s coolant warning system is set for the proper coolant mix CAUTION Continued With plain water or the wrong mix 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 qu mix of clean water and DEX COQOL coolant NOTICE In cold weather water can freeze and crack the engine radiator heater core and other parts Use the recommended coolant and the proper coolant mix 5 17 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 FULL COLD mark start your vehicle If the overheat warning continues there s one mare thing you can try You can add the proper coolant mix directly to the radiator but be sure the cooling system is cool before you do it 5 18 Steam and scalding li
25. Wipe off what s left with a slightly damp paper towel or cloth 8 Dry it immediately with a blow dryer 9 Wipe with a clean cloth Using Solvent Type Cleaner on Fabric First see if vou have to use solvent type cleaner at all Some spots and stains will clean off better with just water and mild soap If you need to use a solvent Gently scrape excess soil from the trim material with clean dull knife or scraper Use very little cleaner light pressure and clean cloths preferably cheesecloth Cleaning should start at the outside of the stain feathering toward the center Keep changing to clean section of the cloth When you clean a stain from fabric immediately dry the area with a blow dryer to help prevent a cleaning ring 6 45 Special Cleaning Problems Greasy or Oily Stains Stains caused by grease oil butter margarine shoe polish coffee with cream chewing gum cosmetic creams vegetable oils wax crayon tar and asphalt can be removed as follows 1 Carefully scrape off excess stain 2 Follow the solvent type instructions described earlier Shoe polish wax crayon tar and asphalt will stain if left vehicle s seat fabric They should be removed as soon as possible Be careful because the cleaner will dissolve them and may cause them to spread Non Greasy Stains Stains caused by catsup coffee black egg fruit fruit juice milk soft drinks wine vomit urine and b
26. 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation This device complies with RSS 210 of Industry and Science Canada Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 this device may not cause interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device Changes or modifications to this system by other than an authorized service facility could void authorization to use this equipment This system has range of about 3 feet 1 m up to about 30 feet 9 m At times you may notice a decrease in range This is normal for any remote lock control 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 15 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 snowwv weather Check the location Other vehicles or objects may be blocking the signal Take a few steps to the left or right hold transmitter higher and try again e If you re still having trouble see your Oldsmobile retailer or a qualified technician for service Operation The driver s door will unlock when UNLOCK is pressed If UNLOCK is pressed again within five seconds all doors will unlock Pressi
27. 35 000 24 000 Miles 40 000 km O Change engine oil and filter or every L Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service See footnote An Emission Control Service See footnote C Lubricate chassis components or every 6 months whichever occurs first See footnote L Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote Also see footnote ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY 7 11 27 000 Miles 45 000 km 30 000 Miles 50 000 km Change engine oil and filter or every Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service See footnote An Emission Control Service See footnote C Lubricate chassis components or every 6 months whichever occurs first See footnote Replace air cleaner filter An Emission Control Service C Inspect fuel tank and lines for damage or leaks Inspect fuel cap gasket for any damage Replace parts as needed An Emission Control Service See footnoteT ACTUALMILEAGE SERVICED BY 7 12 33 000 Miles 55 000 km LI Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Change engine oil and filter or every Rotation in the Index for proper
28. Also see footnote DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY 82 500 Miles 137 500 km _ Change engine oil and filter or every 12 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service footnote C Lubricate chassis components or every 12 months whichever occurs first See footnote Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote SERVICED BY ACTUAL MILEAGE 7 35 90 000 Miles 150 000 km C Change engine oil and filter or every 12 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service See footnote C Lubricate chassis components or every 12 months whichever occurs first See footnote Replace air cleaner filter An Emission Control Service Long Trip Highway Maintenance Schedule C Inspect fuel tank cap and lines for damage or leaks Inspect fuel cap gasket for any damage Replace parts as needed An Emission Control Service See footnote Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote Also see footnote ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY ighway Maintenance Schedule 97 500 Miles 162 500 km Change engine oil and filter or every 12 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service See footnote Lubricate chassis component
29. SERVICED BY Short Trip City Maintenance Schedule 66 000 Miles 110 000 km Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service See footnote Lubricate chassis components or every 6 months whichever occurs first See footnote s L Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 69 000 Miles 115 000 km C Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Contral Service See footnote ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY 7 20 Short Trip City Maintenance Schedule 72 000 Miles 120 000 km Change engine oil and filter or every 75 000 Miles 125 000 km C Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service See footnote Lubricate chassis components or every 6 months whichever occurs first See footnote _ Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service See footnote C Inspect air cleaner filter if you are driving in dusty conditions Replace filter if necessary An Emission Control Service See footnote Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote Also see footnote DATE ACTU
30. The LOW WASH warning light will come on when the ignition is on and the fluid container 15 less than one third full warning chime may also sound 2 69 Fuel Gage and Low Fuel Light Here are some things that owners ask about None of these show a problem with your fuel gage und At the service station the gas pump shuts off before have left when the ignition the gage reads FULL F is on It takes a little more or less fuel to fill up than the gage indicated For example the gage may have indicated the tank was half full but it actually took a little more or less than half the tank s capacity to fill the tank The gage moves a little when you tum a corner or speed up or make a hard stop The LOW FUEL warning light will come on and a e The tank is not necessarily empty when the pointer is warning chime may sound when the gage pointer nears over EMPTY E mark There may be EMPTY E You still have a little fuel but will need approximately 1 5 gallons 5 6 L of reserve fuel in more soon the tank 2 70 NOTES 2 71 NOTES 2 72 Section 3 Comfort Controls and Audio Systems In this section you ll find out how to operate the comfort control and audio systems offered with your Oldsmobile Be sure to read about the particular systems supplied with your vehicle 3 2 Climate Controls 3 16 Theft Deterrent Feature 3 3 Air Conditioning 3 18 Understanding Radio Reception 3
31. The front notch is 10 inches 25 cm back from the front wheel well The rear notch is 8 inches 25 cm forward from the rear 1 Use the wheel wrench to loosen the wheel nuts but wheel well don t remove them 5 27 NOTCHES 10 25 cm 8 20 4 Position the jack and raise the jack head until it fits firmly on the ridge in the vehicle s frame nearest the flat tire Do not raise the vehicle yet Put the compact spare tir near you 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 7 Remove any rust or dirt from the wheel bolts mounting surfaces and spare wheel En IS ee 5 Raise vehicle by rotating the wheel wrench X clockwise in the jack Raise the vehicle far enough Rust or dirt on the wheel or on the parts to off the ground so there is enough room for the spare which it is fastened can make the wheel nuts tire to fit become loose after a time The wheel could come 6 Remove all the wheel nuts and take off the flat tire off and cause an accident When you change wheel
32. 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 l Apply your regular brakes and hold the pedal down while you Start your engine e shift into a gear and Release the parking brake Let up on the brake pedal 3 Drive slowly until the trailer is clear of the chocks ba 4 Stop and have someone pick up and store the chocks 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 Things that are especially important in trailer operation are automatic transaxle fluid don t overfill engine oil belt cooling system and brake adjustment 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 these sections before you start your trip Check periodically to see that all hitch nuts and bolts are tight 4 39 NOTES 1 NOTES 4 41 f NOTES 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 23 5 3 Other Warning Devices 5 23 5 3 Jump Starting 5 34 5 8 Towing Your Vehicle 5 35 5 13 Engine Over
33. remove any rust or dirt from the places where the wheel attaches to the vehicle In an emergency vou 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 aff 5 29 Never use oil or grease on studs or nuts If you do the nuts might come loose Your wheel could fall off causing serious accident 8 Replace the wheel nuts with the rounded end of the nuts toward the wheel 9 Lower the vehicle by rotating the wheel wrench counterclockwise on the jack Lower the jack completely Make sure each wheel stud is centered in each wheel hole while tightening the nuts Tighten each nut by hand until the wheel is held against the hub 5 M 10 Tighten the wheel nuts firmly in criss cross sequence 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 Improperly tightened wheel nuts 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 11 Don t try t
34. 3 21 EXE I rias emission P EE E 2 4 Option EUM rd ex eS eg 6 54 Remote Control Mirror EDO 2 50 BE CIC di 1 2 4 11 Steering Fluid 6 25 bay 2 32 Power Antenna Service 7540 Power Outlet Accessory 2 55 Pregnancy Use of Safety Belts 1 17 lee on th Road Programmable Automatic Door Locks 2 5 Publications Service and Owner 8 10 Radiator 5 20 Kadiator Pressure Cap 6 24 Radio 27 TENERE E dri 3 7 3 11 Ram Driving 4 18 2 45 Rear Door Security Locks 2 7 Outside Seat Position TOME LAT Safety Belt Comfort Guides 1 29 MSN EMEN 1 25 5 11 Window Defogger 3 4 Rear Storage Compartment 2 52 Weber ype 2 46 Electrochromic Day Night with Compass aca cab 2 47 Inside Duy Night 2 46 Reclining Front Seatbacks 1 3 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants 1 Recnv ry Tank 5 17 Refrigerants Air Conditioning 6 60 Kemote Lock C ntmdl Loc
35. 3 Heating 3 19 Tips About Your Audio System 3 4 Rear Window Defogger 3 19 Adding Sound Equipment to 3 5 Ventilation System and Tips Your Vehicle 3 6 Setting the Clock Care of Your Cassette Tape Player 3 3 20 7 AM FM Stereo with Tape Player 3 20 Care of Your Compact Discs Tone Control 3 2 Power Antenna Mast Care 3 11 Stereo with Tape and CD Player and Tone Control Comfort Controls This section tells you how to make your air system work for you With these systems you can control the heating cooling and ventilation in your Oldsmobile Your vehicle has a flow through ventilation system described later in this section Four Season Climate Control Mode Knob The left knob allows you to choose the direction of air delivery OFF This setting completely turns off the fan 3 2 RECIRC This setting limits the amount of fresh air entering your vehicle You may use this setting to limit odors entering your vehicle Airflow 15 directed through the upper instrument panel outlets UPPER This setting directs airflow through the upper instrument panel outlets Some airflow will be directed through the lower outlets BI LEV This setting directs air into vour vehicle two ways Cool air is directed to the upper portion of your body through the upper instrument panel outlets while warmed air is directed to the lower outlets Same airflow will be directed through the windshield and side window outlets LOWER Thi
36. AII doors automatically unlack when shifted into PARK P Vehicles are delivered programmed in Mode 3 2 5 To change modes 1 Close all doors and turn the ignition on Keep all doors closed throughout this procedure 2 Press and hold the driver s power door lock switch through Step 4 3 Press the LOCK button on the Remote Keyless Entry transmitter The automatic door locks will remain in the current mode 4 Press the LOCK button on the transmitter again Each time the transmitter s LOCK button is pressed the mode will advance by one going from 3 to 010 1 etc Note The door locks will cycle according to the mode entered while customizing the memory door locks Mode 0 has no feedback 5 Release the power door lock switch The automatic door locks will remain in the most recent mode selected 2 6 Delayed Locking This feature lets the driver delay the actual locking of the vehicle When the power door lock switch is pressed with the key removed from the ignition and the driver s door open a chime will sound three times to signal that the lock delay mode is active When all doors have been closed the doors will lock automatically after five seconds If any door is opened before this the five second timer will reset itself once all the doors have been closed again Pressing the door lock switch twice within two seconds will override this feature Personalization Programming The delayed locking fea
37. Belts and the Answers How to Wear Safety Belts Properly Driver Position Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy Right Front Passenger Position Supplemental Restraint System SRS Center Passenger Position 1 25 1 29 1 31 1 33 1 42 1 45 1 45 1 45 Rear Seat Passengers Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides for Children and Small Adults Children Child Restraints Larger Children Safety Belt Extender Checking Your Restraint Systems Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash o aaE RYSA Seats and Seat Controls This section tells you about the seats how to adjust them and also about reclining seatbacks 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 Pull up on the control bar under the front of the seat to unlock it Slide the seat to where you want it Then release the bar and try to move the seat with your body to make sure the seat is locked into place Power Seat If Equipped To adjust the power seat Seat Control A Raise the front of the seat by holding the front of the switch up Lower the front of the seat by holding the front of the switch down Raise the rear of the seat by holding the rear
38. 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 Box 8880 Ottawa Ontario K1G 372 REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS TO GENERAL MOTORS In addition to notifying 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 Box 30095 Lansing MI 48909 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 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa Ontario L1H 8P7 Ordering Service and Owner Publications in Canada Service manuals service bulletins 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 9 1997 OLDSMOBILE SERVICE PUBLICATIONS ORDERING INFORMATION The following publications covering the operation and servicing of your vehicle can be purchased by filling ou 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 1997 OLDSMOBILE SERVICE MANUALS Service Manuals
39. Drive it only with all the windows down to blow out any CO and e Have your vehicle fixed immediately 2 31 Windows Power Windows It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in PARK P with the parking brake firmly set Your vehicle can roll Don t leave your vehicle when the engine is running unless vou 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 5 lt 4201 Switches on the driver s armrest control each of the Follow the proper steps to be sure your vehicle won t windows when the ignition 1s or when Retained move See Shifting Into PARK P in the Index Accessory Power is active In addition each passenger If you are parking ona hill and if you re pulling door has control switch for its own window trailer also see Towing a Trailer in the Index 2 32 Express Down Window When the driver s AUTO switch is held rearward for more than a half second and then released the window will automatically lower completely The window can he opened in smaller amounts by pressing the switch rearward and releasing it immediately To stop the window while it is lowering press the switch again then release To raise the window hold the switch forward Windo
40. Hinges Weatherstrip Conditioning Dielectric Silicone Grease GM Part No 12345579 or equivalent Sec Replacement Parts in the Index for recommended replacement filters and spark plugs Part E Maintenance Record Any additional information from Owner Checks and Services or Periodic Maintenance can be added on After the scheduled Services are performed record the the following record pages Also you should retain all date odometer reading and who performed the service maintenance receipts Your owner information portfolio in the boxes provided after the maintenance interval is convenient place to store them Maintenance Record ODOMETER E DATE READING SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE FERFORMED 7 47 ODOMETER READING Maintenance Record SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED 7 49 2 Section 8 Customer Assistance Information Here you will find out how to contact Oldsmobile if you need assistance This section also tells you how to obtain service publications and how to report any safety defects 8 2 Customer Satisfaction Procedure 8 8 Warranty Information 8 4 Customer Assistance for Text Telephone 8 8 Reporting Safety Defects to the United Users States Crovernment 8 5 Oldsmobile Roadside Assistance Program 8 9 Reporting Safety Defects to the Features and Benefits Canadian Government 8 6 Canadian Roadside Assistance 8 9 Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors 8 6 Courtes
41. If you see anything that might keep a safety belt system from doing its job have it repaired or frayed safety belts may not protect you in 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 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 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 your seat adjuster won t work after a crash the special part of the safety belt that goes through the seat to the adjuster may need to be replaced 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 45 NOTES NOTES 1 47 NOTES 1 48 CA Section2 Features and Controls Here you can learn about the many standard and optional features on your Oldsmobile and information on starting shifting and brak
42. Lighter BM 2 53 Circuit Breakers and Fuses retroque 6 55 Cleaner 212 24 63 ra hen h hom aee 6 16 Cleaning Aluminum Wheels 2 lt 4 29 6 50 Chrome Wheel nees carre rmm 6 50 Exterior Lamps Lemses 6 48 iuh ERE HUE 6 45 Glass Surfaces wi es ics rrt III 6 47 Inside of Your Oldsmobile s s n nne 6 44 Instrument Panel 6 47 oa oe pe eee eee eae es Outside of Your Oldsmobile eed ara py 6 48 Special Probleme 4 4 he rr hme etr 6 46 r 6 46 6 50 6 46 Windshicld and Wiper Blades Vaca koe p BERE Climate Control System ety 3 2 Clock Setting 3 6 Comfort Control ciere rrt mtm itm 3 2 Compact Disc Care 2 3 20 Compact Disc Player rn m 3215 Compact Disc Player Errors 315 Compact Spare Tite cse tr 5 34 Control of a Vehicle 0000 ee ee II II 4 6 i nn Convex Outside Mirrot el see rl enn 2 51 C RU cis pud eR EA ace 6 21 Heater Engine ot fe 2 20 Recovery Tank sre 5 17 Cooling STIPI kra ecco siete siete ples ERES 2 15 Courtesy Transportation 8 6 Crise xa deis CA AIRE 2 37 Customer Assistance for Text Telephone
43. MES y is rear facing child restraint would be very close to Front Seat Position the inflating air bag Always secure a rear facing child restraint in the rear seat You ll be using the lap shoulder belt See the earlier part about the top strap if the child restraint has one 1 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 Follow the instructions for the child restraint 3 Secure the child in the child restraint as the instructions say 4 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 Buckle the belt Make sure the release button is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to 1 40 6 Pull the rest of the lap belt all the way out of the retractor to set the lock 7 To tighten the belt feed the lap belt back into the retractor while you push down on the child restraint 8 Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure To remove the child restraint just unbuckle the vehicles safety belt and let it go back all the w
44. Maintenance Replacement Parts Air Cleaner Filter AC Type A 1096C Engine Oil Filter AC Type PF 47 Transaxle Filter GM Part No 8651909 Spark Plugs nn AC Type 41 921 Gap 0 060 inch 1 52 mm Windshield Wiper Blades ex pin Length ea exu 22 inches 56 cm Vehicle Dimensions Length 200 4 inches 5 090 2 mm WAGE acces ER ae 74 1 inches 1 882 1 mm 55 7 inches 1 414 8 mm Wheelbase 110 8 inches 2 814 3 mm Tread Width ERIS 60 4 inches 1 534 2 mm KR 60 4 inches 1 534 2 mm L36 Engine Accessory Belt The L36 engine uses an engine accessory belt This diagram shows the features connected and the routing See Maintenance Schedule in the Index for when to check the belt 5 gt Power Steering Generator Air Conditioning Crank Coolant Pump Tensioner 6 61 NOTES NOTES 6 63 z ES ee nn C Section7 Maintenance Schedule This section covers the maintenance required for your Oldsmobile Your vehicle needs these services to retain its safety dependability and emission control performance 7 2 Introduction 7 43 Part C Periodic Maintenance Inspections 7 4 Part Scheduled Maintenance Services 7 45 Part D Recommended Fluids and Lubricants 7 39 Part B Owner Checks
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46. 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 tum 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 advance If you miss your exit do not under any circumstances stop and back up Drive on t the next exit 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 Olds
47. Service See footnote more of these conditions L Lubricate chassis components or every heavy city traffic where the outside 12 months whichever occurs first temperature regularly reaches 90 F See footnote ft 32 C or higher C Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and n hilly or mountainous terrain Rotation in the Index for proper rotation When doing frequent trailer towing pattern and additional information Uses as 14 in taxi police or See footnote Also see footnote po If you do not use your vehicle under any of these conditions the fluid and filter do not require changing ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY 7 32 Long Trip Highway Maintenance Schedule 52 500 Miles 87 500 km L Change engine oil and filter or every CI Change engine oil and filter or every 12 months whichever occurs first 60 000 Miles 100 000 km 12 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service See footnote An Emission Control Service See footnote _ Lubricate chassis components or every Lubricate chassis components or every 12 months whichever occurs first 12 months whichever occurs first See footnote See footnote LI Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote Rotate tires See Tire Inspection
48. What to Do with Used Oil Did vou 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 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 into streams 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 ask your retailer a service station or a local recycling center for help 6 15 Air Cleaner The air cleaner and filter are on the driver s side of the engine compartment 2 Remove the screws on the air cleaner housing cover 1 Remove the Powertrain Control Module PCM cover that is located to the driver s side of the air cleaner assembly Unscrew the retaining screws and remove the PCM cover 6 16 3 Remove the air intake hose that is fitted over the throttle body by pulling the hose upward and away from the throttle body which is located near the top of the engine After detaching the ho
49. 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 EJECT Press this button to remove the tape The radio will play 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 If you leave a cassette tape in the player while listening to the radio it may become warm 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 Playing a Compact Disc The CD player will play either normal size discs or the smaller 8 cm discs with an adapter With the ignition on insert dise partway into the slot label side up The player will pull it in and the dise should begin playing Note that when the disc is 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 y
50. 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 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 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 vour 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 or snagged deep enough to show cord or fabric 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
51. and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote Also see footnote Continued 60 000 Miles 100 000 km Continued Inspect engine accessory drive belt An Emission Control Service O Replace air cleaner filter An Emission Control Service L Inspect fuel tank and lines for damage or leaks Inspect fuel cap gasket for any damage Replace parts as needed An Emission Control Service See footnote ACTUAL MILEAGE 7 34 Long Trip Highway Maintenance Schedule SERVICED BY 67 500 Miles 112 500 km Change engine oil and filter or every 12 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service See footnote Lubricate chassis components or every 12 months whichever occurs first See footnote C Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY Long Trip Highway Maintenance Schedule 75 000 Miles 125 000 km Change engine oil and filter or every 12 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service See footnote C Lubricate chassis components or every 12 months whichever occurs first See footnote Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote
52. and Services 7 47 Part E Maintenance Record 7 1 IMPORTANT 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 vour Oldsmobile retailer for details 7 2 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 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 The remainder of this section is divided into five parts 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 retailer s service department or another qualified service center do these jobs Performing maintenance work on vehicle can be dangerous In trying to do some jobs you be seriously injured Do your own maintenance work only if you have the required know
53. before driving away This will blow moist air from intake outlets toward the floor not the windshield Keep the air path under the front seats clear of objects This helps air to circulate throughout your vehicle Audio Systems Your Delco audio system has been designed to operate easily and give years of listening pleasure You will get the most enjoyment out of it if you acquaint yourself with it first Find out what your Delco system can do and how to operate all its controls to be sure you re getting the most out of the advanced engineering that went into it Setting the Clock Press and hold HK 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 If Equipped Dimers Peer Toe Plaving the Radio PWR VOL Press this knob to turn the system on and off To increase volume tum the knob clockwise Tum 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 few seconds Finding
54. could damage your vehicle l Check the other vehicle It must have a 12 volt battery with a negative ground system NOTICE If the other system isn t a 12 volt system with a negative ground both vehicles can be damaged 2 Get the vehicles close enough so the jumper cables can reach but be sure the vehicles aren t touching NOTICE each other If they are it could cause a ground connection you don t want You wouldn t be able to start your Oldsmobile and the bad grounding could damage the electrical systems If you leave your radio on it could be badly damaged The repairs wouldn t be covered by your warranty To avoid the possibility of the vehicles rolling set the parking brake firmly on both vehicles involved in the jump start procedure Put an automatic transaxle 4 Open the hoods and locate the batteries in PARK P before setting the parking brake 3 Turn off the ignition on both vehicles Unplug unnecessary accessories plugged into the cigarette lighter Turn off all lamps that aren t needed as well as radios This will avoid sparks and help save both electric fan can start up even when the engine batteries In addition it could save your radio is not running and can injure vou Keep hands clothing and tools away from any underhood electric fan 5 Find the positive and negative terminals on each battery 5 4 Using a match near a battery can cause battery ga
55. gasoline or refueling your vehicle Keep sparks flames and smoking materials away from gasoline Your fuel cap is tethered and you cannot hang it on the inside fuel door while refueling To take off the cap turn it slowly to the left counterclockwise 6 7 If you get gasoline on yourself and then something ignites it vou could be badly burned Gasoline can spray out on you if vou open the fuel filler cap too quickly This spray can happen if your tank is nearly full and is more likely 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 Oldsmobile in the Index 6 8 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 determine 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 retailer 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
56. good battery s 7 Connect the red positive cable to the positive negative terminal 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 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 13 Remove the cables in reverse order Take care that they don t touch each other or any other metal 10 Attach the cable at least 18 inches 45 cm away from the dead battery but not near engine parts that move The electrical connection is just as good B Good Battery there but the chance of sparks getting back to the C Dead Battery battery is much less 3 11 Now start the vehicle with the good battery and run the engine for a while 12 Try to start the vehicle with the dead battery Heavy Metal Engine Part If it won t start after a few tries it probably needs service 5 7 Towing Your Vehicle Try to have an Oldsmobile retailer or a professional towing service tow your Oldsmobile See Roadside Assistance in the Index If your vehicle has been changed or modified since it was factory new by adding aftermarket items like fog lamps aero skirting or special tires and wheels these instructions and illustrations may not be correct Before you do anything turn on the hazard warni
57. 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 1997 GM transmissions transaxles and transfer cases RETAIL SELL PRICE 40 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 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 Cwner s Manual and Warranty Booklet RETAIL SELL PRICE 15 00 Without Portfolio Owner s Manual only RETAIL SELL PRICE 10 00 CURRENT amp PAST MODEL ORDER FORMS Service Publications are available for current and past model GM vehicles To request an order form please specify year and model name of the vehicla OR ORDER TOLL FREE 1 800 782 4356 Monday Friday 8 00 AM 6 00 PM Eastem Time For Credit Card Orders Only VISA
58. ignition to OFF or pressing the rear defogger button on your system again 3 4 Do not attach a temporary vehicle license across the defogger grid on the rear window _ 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 Your vehicle s flow through ventilation system supplies outside air into the vehicle when it s moving Outside air will also enter the vehicle when the heater or air conditioning fan is running Your vehicle has air outlets that allow you to adjust the direction and amount of airflow inside the vehicle Increase or reduce the amount of airflow by opening and closing the louvers For vehicles equipped with a console rotate the control between the rear outlets up to direct air through the upper outlets Rotate the control down to direct air through the lower outlets Adjust the direction of airflow from side to side with the controls in each outlet Ventilation Tips Keep the hood and front air inlet free of ice snow or any other obstruction such as leaves The heater and defroster will work better reducing the chance of fogging your windows When you enter a vehicle with the four season climate control in cold weather select LOWER to supply air through the floor outlets Then turn the fan to high for a few moments
59. in an area where the temperature falls below 20 F 29 C consider using either an SAE 5W 30 synthetic oil or an SAE OW 30 oil Both will provide easier cold starting and better protection for your engine EE ET ELE at extremely low temperatures 6 14 Engine Oil Additives Don t add anything to your oil Your Oldsmobile retailer is ready to advise if you think something should be added When to Change Engine Oil If any one of these is true for you use the short trip city maintenance schedule Most trips are less than 5 to 10 miles 8 to 16 km This is particularly important when outside temperatures are below freezing Most trips include extensive idling such as frequent driving in stop and go traffic Most trips are through dusty areas You frequently tow a trailer or use a carrier on top of your vehicle The vehicle is used for delivery service police taxi or other commercial application Driving under these conditions causes engine oil to break down sooner If any one of these is true for your vehicle then you need to change your oil and filter every 3 000 miles 5 000 km or 3 months whichever occurs first If none of them is true use the long trip highway maintenance schedule Change the oil and filter every 7 500 miles 12 500 km or 12 months whichever occurs first Driving a vehicle with a fully warmed engine under highway conditions causes engine oil to break down slower
60. 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 the wind This will help keep CO out You can run the engine to keep warm but be careful 4 29 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 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 Loading Your Vehicle TIRE LOADING INFORMATION OCCUPANTS VEHICLE CAP WT RR TOTAL LBS KG MAX LOADING amp GVWR SAME AS VEHICLE CAPACITY WEIGHT COLD TIRE TIRE SIZE SPEED PRESSURE RTG PSI KPa IF TIRES ARE HOT ADD 4PSI 28KPa SEE OWNER S MANUAL FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Two labels on your vehicle show how much weight it may properly carry The
61. isn t covered DRL system will make your low beam headlamps come on at a reduced brightness when e The ignition is on The headlamp switch is off and The transaxle is not in PARK P When the DRL are on only your low beam headlamps will be on The taillamps sidemarker and other lamps won t be on Your instrument panel won t be lighted either When it s dark enough outside your low beam headlamps will change to full brightness The other lamps that come on with your headlamps will also come on When it s bright enough outside the regular lamps will go off and your low beam headlamps change to the reduced brightness of DEL 2 41 To idle your vehicle with the DRL off shift the Fog Lamps If Equipped transaxle into PARK P The DRL will stay off until you shift of PARK P The button for your fog lamps is below the TRUNK button on your instrument panel At night you can turn off all exterior lamps when you are in PARK P by moving MAX the twilight sentinel control all the way to OFF If it was on OFF move the control to the right to turn it on then TWILIGH back to OFF The lamps will come back on when you pul the transaxle in gear OFF INTERIOR Your headlamps must be on low beams or your parking lamps must be for your fog lamps to work Twilight sentinel will keep your headlamps on for up to three minutes to light your way
62. ll drive it You may drive very short distances only a few times a week Or you may drive long distances all the time in very hot dusty weather 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 GM vehicles maintenance needs vary You may even need more frequent checks and replacements than you ll find in the schedules in this section So please read this section and note how you drive If you have any questions on how to keep vour vehicle in good condition see your Oldsmobile retailer This part tells you the maintenance services you should have done and when you should schedule them If you go to your retailer for your service needs you ll know that GM trained and supported service people will perform the work using genuine GM parts The proper fluids and lubricants to use are listed in Part D Make sure whoever services your vehicle uses these parts should be replaced and all necessary repairs done before you or anyone else drives the vehicle These schedules are 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 Selecting the Right Schedule
63. 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 and don t attach or put anvthing on the steering wheel hub or on or near any other air bag covering When should an air bag inflate An air bag 13 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 15 mph 14 to 24 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 In any particular crash no one can say whether an air bag should have 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 fro
64. 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 Before you start be sure you have enough room around the vehicle around the vehicle It should be parked on 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 RUN should work only in PARK P or NEUTRAL If position but don t start the engine Without applying the starter works in any other position your vehicle the regular brake try to move the shift lever out of needs service PARK P with normal effort If the shift lever moves out of PARK P your vehicle s BTSI needs service 7 41 Ignition Transaxle Lock Check Park on a fairly steep hill with the vehicle facing While parked and with the parking brake set try to turn e your foot on tbe regular brake set the the ignition key to LOCK in each shift lever position pub PUTET gt a satis To check the parking br
65. much as possible Don t shift into SECOND 2 unless you are going slawer than 65 mph 105 km h or you can damage your engine 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 selector lever is put in FIRST 1 the transaxle won t shift into first gear until the vehicle is going slowly enough NOTICE If vour 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 Parking Brake To set the parking hrake hold the regular brake pedal down with your right foot Push down the parking brake pedal with your left foot If the ignition is on the brake system warning light will come on and a single chime may be heard If you start to drive away with the parking brake set chime will sound after the vehicle has traveled 40 feet 12 meters until you release the parking brake To release the parking brake use the PUSH TO RELEASE parking brake pedal Hold the regular brake pedal down with your right foot and push the park brake pedal with your left foot T
66. of the switch up Lower the rear of the seat by holding the rear of the switch down Move the seat higher by holding the switch up Lower the seat by holding the switch down Move the seat forward by holding the switch forward Move the seat back by holding the switch back Seatback Control B Tilt the seatback forward by holding the switch forward Tilt the seatback backward by holding the switch back Reclining Front Seatbacks To adjust the seatback lift the lever on the outer side of the seat and move the seatback to where you want it Release the lever to lock the seatback Pull up on the lever and the seat will go to an upright position But don t have a seatback reclined if your vehicle is moving Sitting in a reclined position when your vehicle is motion can be dangerous Even if you buckle CAUTION Continued Safety Belts Thev re for Everyone ERES This part of the manual tells you how to use safety belts up your safety belts can t do their job when properly It also tells you some things you should not do vou re reclined like this with safety belts The shoulder belt can t do its job because it And it explains the Supplemental Restraint System SRS won t be against your body Instead it will be in or air bag system 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 Th
67. 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 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 TPC Spec number make sure they are the same size load range speed rating and construction type bias bias belted or radial your original tires 6 39 Mixing tires could cause you to lose control while driving If you mix tires of different sizes or types radial and hias 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 6 40 Uniform Tire Quality Grading The following information relates to the system developed the United States National Highway Traffic Safety Administration which grades tires by treadwear traction and temperature performance This applies only to vehicles sold in the United States The grades are molded on the sidewalls of most passenger car tires The Uniform Tire Quality Grading system does no
68. or 12 000 miles 20 000 km af purchase whichever occurs first 6 51 Appearance Care Materials Chart 994954 23 in x 25 in Polishing Cloth Wax Treated Exterior Polish 1050004 2 75 sq ft Shines vehicle without scratching 050172 1050173 1602 0 4731 Cleaner and Polish Also removes old waxes and polishes 1050174 White Sidewall Tire Cleaner Removes soil and black marks 71050200 iet 67850 1050214 32 oz 0 946 L Spot and stain removal 1050427 23 oz 0 680 L Cleans grease grime and smoke film Armor Protect Multi Purpose Powdered Cleaner Cleans vinyl cloth tires and mats Cana Dry Spor Removes Armor All Cleaner Cleans vinyl leather and rubber mess 0340 Silicone Tie Shine Shines OO O O 1377964 Cening Wax Proc finish and removes fine scratches See your General Motors Parts Department for these products Not recommended for use on instrument panel vinyl See Fluids and Lubricants in the Index 6 52 Vehicle Identification Number VIN SAMPLEAUXVMOT2675 ENGINE 1597 4 Boc ASSEMBLY CODE MODEL YEAR This is the legal identifier for your Oldsmobile It appears on a plate in the front comer 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 Vehi
69. place to park your vehicle Tum 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 fallow the previous steps and drive the vehicle to your retailer 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 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 few driving trips with the cap properly installed should turn the light off Did you just drive through a deep puddle of water 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 Have you recently changed brands of fuel If so be sure to fuel your vehicle with quality fuel see Fuel in the Index Poor fuel quality will cause your engine not to run as efficiently as designed You may notice this as stalling after start up stalling when you put the vehicle into gear misfiring hesitation on acceleration or stumbling on acceleration These conditions may go away once the engine is warmed up This will be det
70. rotation 3 months whichever occurs first pattern and additional information An Emission Control Service See footnote See footnote ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY 7 13 36 000 Miles 60 000 km 39 000 Miles 65 000 km Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service See footnote _ Lubricate chassis components or every 6 months whichever occurs first See footnote C Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote Also see footnote Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service See footnote ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY 7 13 42 000 Miles 70 000 km O Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service footnote Lubricate chassis components or every 6 months whichever occurs first See footnote 1 Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 45 000 Miles 75 000 km O Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service See footnote O Inspect air cleaner fi
71. 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 Pull the elastic cord out from between the edge of the seatback and the interior hody to remove the guide from its storage clip 1 29 2 Slide the guide under and past the belt The elastic 3 Be sure that the belt is not twisted and it lies flat cord must be under the belt Then place the guide The elastic cord must be under the belt and the guide over the belt and insert the two edges of the belt into on top the slots of the guide Children Everyone in a vehicle needs protection That includes infants and all children smaller than adult size 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 CAUTION Smaller children and babies should always be restrained in a child or infant restraint The instructions for the restraint will say whether it is the rig
72. sides in the slotted holes in the bottom of the cradle behind the front wheels Position 4 x 4 wood beam across the sling chains contacting the bottom of the radiator support Position the lower sling crossbar directly under the front bumper Rear Towing Tow Limits 55 mph 88 km h 500 miles 800 km au Attach T hook chains to slots in the bottom of the floor pan directly ahead of os the rear wheels on both sides No 4 x 4 wood beam is needed Attach a separate safety chain around the outboard end of each control arm 2 5 Position the lower sling crossbar directly behind and the lower edge of the rear bumper cover Attach a separate safety chain around the outboard end of each lower control arm Engine Overheating You will find a coolant temperature gage or the warning light about hot engine on your Oldsmobile s instrument panel See Coolant Temperature Gage Steam from an overheated engine can burn you or Coolant Temperature Light in the Index badly even if you just open the hood Stay away from the engine if vou 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 Steam Is Coming From Your Engine If you keep driving when your engine is overheated the liquids in it can c
73. slide the locking lever down To unlock the door slide the locking lever up Power Door Locks With power door locks you can lock or unlock all the doors of your vehicle from the driver s or front passenger s door lock switch The switch on each rear door works only that door s lock It won t lock or unlock all of the doors that s a safety feature Programmable Automatic Door Locks Customizing Your Automatic Door Locks Feature If Equipped You can program the automatic door locks feature to Close your doors and turn on the ignition Every time change to the following modes you move your shift lever out of PARK all of the Mode Operation doors will lock And every time you stop and move your shift lever into PARK P your doors will unlock 0 No automatic door lock or unlock If someone needs to get out while you re not in 1 PARK have that person use the manual or power lock When the door is closed again it will not lock automatically Just use the manual or power lock to lock the door again If you need to lock your doors before 2 shifting out of PARK P just use the manual or power lock button to lock the doors doors automatically lock when shifted out of PARK P No automatic door unlock doors automatically lock when shifted out of PARK P Only the driver s door automatically unlocks when shifted into PARK P doors automatically lock when shifted out of PARK P
74. some of the pressure from the parking pawl in the transaxle so you can pull the shift lever out of PARK P 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 vou 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 or if you have the console shift lever without first pushing the button If you can it means that the shift lever wasn t fully locked into PARK P 2 29 Shifting Out of PARK P Your Oldsmobile has a brake transaxle shift interlock You have to fully apply your regular brake before you can shift from PARK P when the ignition is in the RUN position See Automatic Transaxle in the Index If you cannot shift out of PARK P ease pressure on the shift lever push the shift lever all the way into PARK P as you maintain brake application Then move the shift lever into the gear you want If you ever hold the brake pedal down but still can t shift out of PARK P try this 1 Turn the key to OFF Open and close the driver s door to turn off the Retained Accessory Power feature if you have it 2 Apply and hold the brake until the end of Step 4 3 Shift to NEUTRAL 4 Start the vehicle and then shift to the drive gear vou want 5 Have the vehicle fixed as
75. soon as you can Parking Over Things That Burn m Things that can burn could touch hot exhaust parts under your vehicle and ignite Don t park over papers leaves dry grass or other things that can burn Engine Exhaust 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 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 Idling the engine with the climate control system off could allow dangerous exhaust into vour vehicle see the earlier Caution under Engine Exhaust 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 Also idling in a closed in place can let deadly carbon monoxide CO into your vehicle 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 If you ever suspect exhaust is coming into your vehicle e
76. t know how it s been used or how far it s been driven It could fail suddenly and cause an accident If you have to replace a wheel use a new GM original equipment wheel Tire Chains NOTICE Use tire chains only where legal and only when you must Use only SAE Class 8 type chains that are the proper size for your tires Install them on the front tires and tighten them as tightly as possible with the ends securely fastened Drive slowly and follow the chain manufacturer s instructions If you can hear the chains contacting your vehicle stop and retighten them If the contact continues slow down until it stops Driving too fast or spinning the wheels with chains on will damage your vehicle 6 43 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 Oldsmobile 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 hazardous some more than others and they can all damage your vehicle too 6 44 Don t
77. 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 15 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 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 6 41 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 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 rus
78. 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 4 11 Steering in Emergencies There are times when steering can be more effective than braking For example you come over a hill and tind 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 Oldsmobile can perform very well in emergencies like these First apply vour brakes See Braking in Emergencies earlier in this section It 1s better to remove as much speed as you can from a possihle collision Then steer around the problem to the left or nght depending on the space available 4 12 emergency like this requires close attention and 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
79. to Bumper warranty period Oldsmobile reserves the right to limit services or reimbursement to an owner or driver when in Oldsmobile s judgement the claims become excessive in frequency or type of occurrence Vehicles sold in Canada have separate roadside assistance program as described next in this section 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 retailer or call 1 800 268 6800 for emergency services Courtesy Transportation We re here to help That s why whenever your Oldsmobile is undergoing any Bumper to Bumper Warranty service we ll make sure you don t end up stranded at the retail facility It s called Courtesy 8 6 Transportation and it s our way to make sure you re able to get out even when your car is in For same day service we ll give you a one way shuttle ride of up to 10 miles 16 km If your vehicle requires overnight warranty repairs we ll provide a loaner car or reimburse you up to 30 a day for the cost of alternate transportation a cab a bus or even a rental car if necessary Having your car serviced is rarely convenient but with Courtesy Transportation at least you ll be able get where you need to go whether it s here or there Some state insurance regulations make it impractical to rent vehicles to people unde
80. 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 vour 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 to separate from the inserts 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 HN m ze Jn m 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 19 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 15 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
81. you Parking Lots If you park in lot where someone will he watching your vehicle it s best to lock it up and take your keys But what if you have to leave your ignition key What if you have to leave something valuable in your vehicle Put your valuables in a storage area like your trunk or glove box Lockthe glove box Lock all the doors except the driver s Thentake the door key with you 2 15 55 II Your vehicle is equipped with the PASS Key II Personalized Automotive Security System theft deterrent system PASS Key is a passive theft deterrent system works when you insert or remove the key from the ignition PASS Key II uses a resistor pellet in the ignition key that matches a decoder in your vehicle When the PASS Key II system senses that someone is using the wrong key it shuts down the vehicle s starter and fuel systems For about three minutes the starter won t work and fuel won t go to the engine If someone tries to start your vehicle again or uses another key during this time the vehicle will not start This discourages someone from randomly trying different keys with different resistor pellets in an attempt to make a match 2 16 The ignition key must be clean and dry before it s inserted in the ignition or the engine may not start If the engine does not start and the SECURITY light is on the key may be dirty or wet Turn the ignition off Clean and dry
82. you ll find that pictures and words work together to explain things quickly Index good place to look for what you need is the Index in the back of the manual It s an alphabetical list of all that 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 These mean there is something that could hurt vou 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 vou 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 Vehicle Damage Warnings Also in this book you will find these notices NOTICE These mean there is something that could damage vour vehicle iv 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 vou 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 w
83. your Oldsmobile retailer before adding equipment to the outside of your vehicle Fuel The 8th digit of your vehicle identification number VIN shows the code letter for your engine You will find the VIN at the top left of your instrument panel See Vehicle Identification Number in the Index Use regular unleaded gasoline rated at 87 octane or higher At a minimum it should meet specifications ASTM 04814 in the United States and CGSB 3 5 M93 in Canada Improved gasoline specifications have been developed by the American Automobile Manufacturers Association AAMA for better vehicle performance and engine protection Gasolines meeting the AAMA specification could provide improved driveability and emission control system protection compared to other gasolines 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 15 certified to meet California Emission Standards indicated on the underhood tune up label it is designed to operate on fuels that
84. your vehicle You can t see or smell It can cause unconsciousness and even death 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 lid e Make sure all windows are shut e Turn the fan on your heating or cooling system to its highest speed with the setting on any airflow selection except RECIRC That will force outside air into your vehicle See Comfort Controls in the Index If vou have air outlets or under the instrument panel open them all the way See Engine Exhaust in the Index Theft Vehicle theft is big business especially in some cities Although your Oldsmobile 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 Kev 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 With the ignition off and the driver s door open you ll hear chime reminding you to remove your key from the ignition and take it with you Always do this 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
85. 0 000 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 Adding only plain water to your cooling system can be dangerous Plain water or some other liquid like alcohol can boil before the proper coolant mix will Your vehicle s coolant warning system is set for the proper coolant mix With plain water or the wrong mix 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 mix of clean water and DEX COOL coolant Checking Coolant NOTICE If you use an improper coolant mix your engine could overheat and be badly damaged The repair cost wouldn t be covered by your warranty Too much water in the mix can freeze and crack the engine radiator heater core and other parts If you have to add coolant more than four times a year have your retailer check your cooling system NOTICE n When your engine is cold the coolant level should be at If you use the proper coolant you don t have to FULL COLD or a little higher When your engine is add extra inhibitors or additives which claim to warm the level should be up to FULL HOT or a improve the system These can be harmful little higher Adding Coolant If you need more coolant add the proper DEX COOL coolant mixture at the coolant recovery tank b
86. 100 000 km Engine Accessory Drive Belt Inspection Every 100 000 Miles 166 000 Spark Plug Wire Inspection Spark Plug Replacement Every 150 000 Miles 240 4M km Cooling System Service or every 60 months whichever occurs first These intervals only summarize maintenance services Be sure to fallow the complete maintenance schedule on the following pages 7 5 Maintenance Schedule Long Trip Highway Definition Long Trip Highway Intervals Follow this maintenance schedule only if none of the conditions from the Short Trip City Maintenance Schedule is true Do not use this schedule if the vehicle is used for trailer towing driven in a dusty area or used off paved roads Use the Short Trip City schedule for these conditions Driving a vehicle with a fully warmed engine under highway conditions causes engine oil to break down slower Every 7 500 Miles 12 500 km Engine Oil and Filter Change or every 12 months whichever occurs first Chassis Lubrication or every 12 months whichever occurs first Tire Rotation Every 30 000 Miles 50 000 km Air Cleaner Filter Replacement Fuel Tank Cap and Lines Inspection Every 50 000 Miles 83 000 km Automatic Transaxle Service severe conditions only Every 60 000 Miles 100 000 km Engine Accessory Drive Belt Inspection Every 100 000 Miles 166 000 km Spark Plug Wire Inspection Spark Plug Replacement Every 150 000 Miles 240 000 km Cooling System Serv
87. 40 Exterior Lamps Lenses Cleaning 6 48 ee cee es ee 6 45 Fan Knob Climate Control System 3 3 Filling Your Tank 6 6 6 16 Filter Puppe 6 15 Finish Care A CU IHRER EU EFE TEE Y US BE Finish Damage CER a ER ER IR CR AUR 6 51 First Gear Automatic Transaxle 2 25 Flashers Hazard Warning 5 2 Plath To Park Peete 51 eere een rmm 2 35 Fiet Tir 2112 52 5 23 Fluids and Lubricants pee ees 7 45 2 42 Foreign Countries e TQ 6 5 Four Season Climate Control 3 2 French Language Manual li Front Storage UE 2 32 Front TOE YR CD Eee e pP 5 10 PUR eee ae eee Pee Re reer 6 3 9 4 CONGUE 6 4 Filling Your Tank 6 6 CELO BE seals D IMETIT 2 70 In Foreign Countries 6 5 Fuses and Circuit Breakers 6 55 Ga es Engine Coolant ee Hp ardour ar Faces a EC 2 65 Piel DIEI 2 70 GAWR D Gear Positions Automatic Transaxle 2 22 Glove Box v EL Gross Axle Weight Rating UNTER HEP died Gross Vehicle Weight Rating uw Guide desman
88. AL MILEAGE SERVICED BY 7 21 ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY 78 000 Miles 130 000 km _ 81 000 Miles 135 000 km L Change engine oil and filter or every Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service See footnote An Emission Control Service See footnote Lubricate chassis components or every 6 months whichever occurs first See footnote st C Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY 84 000 Miles 140 000 km 1 Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service See footnote Lubricate chassis components or every 6 months whichever occurs first See footnote C Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote Also see footnote 87 000 Miles 145 000 km Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first Emission Control Service See footnote DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY 7 23 90 000 Miles 150 000 km Change engine oil and filter or every L Inspect fuel tank cap and lines for damage 3 months whichever o
89. An Emission Control Service See footnote C Lubricate chassis components or every 6 months whichever occurs first See footnote C Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote SERVICED BY ACTUAL MILEAGE 7 17 57 000 Miles 95 000 km LI Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service See footnote ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY 60 000 Miles 100 000 km L Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service See footnote C Lubricate chassis components or every 6 months whichever occurs first See footnote 3f O Inspect engine accessory drive belt An Emission Control Service Replace air cleaner filter 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 63 000 Miles 105 000 km Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and LI Change engine oil and filter or every Rotation in the Index for proper rotation 3 months whichever occurs first pattern and additional information Emission Control Service See footnote See footnote Also see footnote ACTUALMILEAGE SERVICED BY 7519
90. Automatic Transaxle 2 23 New Vehicle Break In 2707 Niglt VERIO cce reas RR Hog caine Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts 6 60 59 Odometer Trip inci ae be eee ea ees EIS EIE UN 2 59 CEE ARE 0 memes 4 13 6 12 Oil Level Warning Light Peres rere ERA 2 69 Oil Pressure Light 2 68 Outlet Power Accessory 2 55 Overdrive Automatic Transavle 22222222222 2 23 Overheating Engine 5 13 Owner Checks and 8 7 39 Owner Publications Ordering eee ee 8 11 9 6 Paint Spotting Chemical 6 51 Parade Dimming 94 isi vk erra uacua 2 46 Park Automatic Transaxle 2 22 Inf rade cir 2 26 Shifting Out of Jic m 2 30 Parking anoo 2 15 2 25 omg Mechanism Check 7 42 D EI ER SEQ oe 2 15 Over Things That Burn 2 30 UP 4 13 PASS Key TRENDS TENERA lo 2 16 Periodic Maintenance Inspections ee tee i Personalization Features Automatic Door Locks ETIAM 2 11 Delayed cbs rcee uuu as 2317 2 11 Power DIA MM EE cote CERTE
91. ETT 4 3 pfe 6 31 Hazard Warning Flashers 2 4 Head Restraints se ie es ed 1 4 5 2 40 Bulb Replacement 151 ur radere rr pnt 6 31 High Low Beam 2 35 Do RAHUDINE n 2 40 Wiring cca acce RR Hearing Impaired Customer Assistance 8 4 Heating 3 3 High Beam Headlamps 2 35 Highway Hypnosis oo n RR 4 24 Hill and Mountain 4 24 Trip apre nues 4 36 Hood Checking Things Under 6 9 6 10 2 33 Hydroplaning LU P PARS CET RACER 4 20 aitios Positions 2 17 Ignition Transaxle Lock Check 1 42 Illuminated Entry System 2 44 Inadvertent Load 2 46 Inflation 6 36 Inside Day Night Rearview Mirror 2 46 aka 1 43 mie Ve Iw WIR E e de 7 44 Caliper Knuckle SN DU PL MU ate a ASIE rete er ae 7 44 Exhaust Systems A Qu ER ARE 17 43 Front Drive Axle Boot 7 43 Front Drive Axle Seal 7 43 Radiator and Heater Hose 7 43
92. 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 balances the sound between the speakers Push these knobs back into their stored positions when you re not using them Playing a Cassette Tape Your tape player is built to wark best with tapes that are 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 and TONE controls just as you do for the radio 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 tape when the ignition is first press EJECT or RCL If E and a number appear on the radio display the tape won t play because of an error 10 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 repe
93. I is not covered by your new vehicle warranty 3 After adding fluid recheck the fluid level as described under How to Check 4 When the correct fluid level 15 obtained push the dipstick back in all the way 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 15 low If you have a problem with engine overheating see Engine Overheating in the Index 50 50 mixture of 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 6 21 What to Use Use a mixture of one half clean water preferably distilled and one half DEX COOL coolant which won t damage aluminum parts If you use this mixture you don t need to add anything else When adding coolant it is important that vou 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 5
94. IURE A E 4 36 Shift Rice t 2 22 T 44 WAT l l riae 6 29 Brakes Anti Lock SEES ad 4 6 Braking in Emergencies EE OIL Break In New Vehicle 2 same WEST Check acute mme Sete TM Bulb Replacement rear n 6 31 Canadian Roadside Assistance 32 8 6 Capacities and Specifications AT 26 59 Carbon Monoxide 2e 14 2 31 4 29 Cassette Deck Service 7 39 Cassette Tape Player 3 9 3 13 Cassette Tape Player Care 3 20 Cassette Tape Player 3 9 3 13 Center Passenger Position 60s rnm m Certification Label pscs pear am m 4 31 Chains Sally Chains Tire cacou hes ee eee rs es 6 43 Changing a Flat Tire EEUU AMD ret EM ri Check Engine Light eee TIT 2 65 Check Oil Level Light 2 69 Checking Your Restraint Systems en eee ee Ee 1 45 Chemical Paint 5 6 51 Child Restraints 1 33 Securing in a Rear Outside Seat 1 35 Securing in the Center Rear Seat Position 1 27 Securing in the Right Front Seat Position 1 39 Top Strap 1 34 Where to Put ON Chrome Wheels Cleaning 6 50 Cigarette
95. Maintenance Schedule 9 000 Miles 15 000 km 12 000 Miles 20 000 km L Change engine oil and filter or every C Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service See footnote An Emission Control Service See footnote L Lubricate chassis components or every 6 months whichever occurs first See footnote C Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 4 Also see footnote ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY 7 9 15 000 Miles 25 000 km Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service See footnote C Inspect air cleaner filter if you are driving in dusty conditions Replace filter if necessary An Emission Control Service See footnote ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY 7 10 18 000 Miles 30 000 km C Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service See footnote Lubricate chassis components or every 6 months whichever occurs first See footnote Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED 21 000 Miles
96. Off Road Recovery You may find sometime that your right wheels have dropped off the edge of a road onto the shoulder while you re driving If the level of the shoulder is only slightly below the pavement recovery should be fairly easy Ease off the accelerator and then if there 15 nothing in the way steer so that your vehicle straddles the edge of the pavement You tum 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 Passing The driver of a vehicle about to pass another on two lane highway waits for just the right moment accelerates moves around the vehicle ahead then goes back into the right lane again A simple maneuver 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 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 e 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 line
97. PARK P position like this Hold in the button on the lever Push the lever all the way toward the front of the vehicle 3 Move the ignition key to LOCK 4 Remove the key and take it with you If you can leave your vehicle with the ignition key in your hand your vehicle is in PARK 1 Hold the brake pedal down with your right foot and set the parking brake 2 28 Leaving Your Vehicle With the Torque Lock Engine Running 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 paw in the transaxle You may find it difficult to pull the shift lever out of PARK P This is called torque lock To It can be dangerous to leave your vehicle with the prevent torque lock set the parking brake and then shitt engine running Your vehicle could move into PARK P properly before you leave the driver s suddenly if the shift lever is not fully in PARK P out bow see Shifting Into P in with the parking brake firmly set And if you leave the vehicle with the engine running it could When you are ready to drive move the shift lever out of overheat and even catch fire You or others could PARK P before you release the parking brake be injured Don t leave your vehicle with the If torque lock does occur you may need to have another engine running unless you have to vehicle push yours a little uphill to take
98. R LUI REMOTE TRUNK SEU MERO For detailed information refer to the page number listed or see the Index in the back of the owner s manual 9 12
99. RVICED 30 000 Miles 50 000 km Change engine oil and filter or every 12 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service See footnote _ Lubricate chassis components or every 12 months whichever occurs first See footnote Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote Also see footnote Replace air cleaner filter An Emission Control Service Long Trip Highway Maintenance Schedule 37 500 Miles 62 500 km Inspect fuel tank cap and lines for damage LI Change engine oil and filter or every or leaks Inspect fuel cap gasket for any 12 months whichever occurs first damage Replace parts as needed An Emission Control Service See footnote An Emission Control Service See footnote Lubricate chassis components or every 12 months whichever occurs first See footnote C Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY SERVICED ACTUAL MILEAGE Long Trip Highway Maintenance Schedule 45 000 Miles 75 000 km 50 000 Miles 83 000 km C Change engine oil and filter or every C Change automatic transaxle fluid and filter 12 months whichever occurs first if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or An Emission Control
100. Radio Cluster Ignition Run Crank Chime Cluster Spare Not Used Not Used Base A C Fuse Usage 6D Fog Lamps 7D Not Used 8D Radio 9D Not Used IE Auxiliary Outlet s 2E Air Bag System PASS Key 3E Ignition Off Unlock AE Not Used 5E Rear Defog 6E Not Used Not Used 8E Wipers Washer Not Used Passenger s Side Fuse Block Additional fuses are located in the relay center on the passenger s side below the instrument panel You must remove the sound insulator on the right side of the passenger footwell to replace these fuses Since replacing these fuses is difficult we recommend that you see your retailer if you need one replaced 6 57 u S 3 4 5 d 5 E 5 5 5 s LE 5 EE 215 3 385855229555 8992805222252 E i CO Co co E D a 6 58 Replacement Bulbs Outside Lamps Bulb Front Front Parking Lamps MUS TUE 3157NA Tum Signal 2 3157NA Halogen Headlamps 5006 LS Seri 9005 Back up Lamps 2057 Stop Taillamps 2057 2057 Capacities and Specifications The following approximate cap
101. 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 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 these knobs back into their stored positions when you re not using them 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 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
102. Text Telephone TTY Users To assist customers who are deaf hard of hearing or speech impaired and who use Text Telephones TTYs Oldsmobile has equipment available at its Customer Assistance Center Any TTY user can communicate with Oldsmobile by dialing 1 800 833 OLDS TTY users in Canada can dial 1 800 263 3830 Oldsmobile Roadside Assistance Program Features and Benefits The Oldsmobile Roadside Assistance program means help is just a toll free call away 24 hours day 365 days a year Courteous and capable Customer Assistance Advisors are on call to provide you with prompt assistance 24 Hour Oldsmobile Roadside Assistance Telephone Number 1 800 442 OLDS5 6537 is the one number to call for assistance in the United States Trained Customer Assistance Advisors on call to render assistance to Oldsmobile drivers can dispatch roadside assistance and towing service locate the nearest Oldsmobile retail facility take your request for an Oldsmobile computerized trip routing or simply answer any questions the Oldsmobile driver may have about the coverage provided by your Oldsmobile Roadside Assistance Program The Oldsmobile Roadside Assistance number is fully staffed and operational 24 hours a day 365 days a year Who Is Covered Oldsmobile Roadside Assistance covers all 1997 Oldsmobile vehicles Coverage 1s for the Oldsmobile vehicle regardless of the driver and is concurrent with the Bumper
103. Tire Loading Information label found on the rear edge of the driver s door tells you the proper size speed rating and recommended inflation pressures for the tires on your vehicle It also gives you important information about the number of people that can be in your vehicle and the total weight that you can carry This weight is called the Vehicle Capacity Weight and includes the weight of all occupants cargo and all nonfactory installed options MFD BY GENERAL MOTORS CORP DATE GVWR GAWR GAWR RR THIS VEHICLE CONFORMS TO ALL APPLI CABLE U S FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY BUMPER AND THEFT PREVENTION STANDARDS IN EFFECT ON THE DATE OF MANUFACTURE SHOWN ABOVE 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 or it can change the way your vehicle handles These could cause you to lose control Also overloading can shorten the life of 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 GVWR Gross Vehicle Weight Rating 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 And if you do have a heavy load you should spread it out Don t carry more than 176 163 80 kg in your tru
104. a Station Press this button to switch between AM FM1 and FMZ 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 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 3 7 PUSHBUTTONS The five numbered pushbuttons let you return to your favorite stations You can set up 15 stations five AM and five FM2 Just 1 Tum the radio on 4 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
105. a paddle with the word PUSH on it To spray washer fluid on the windshield push the paddle for less than one second The wipers will clear the window and then either stop or return to your preset speed For more washer cycles push and hold the paddle lf the fluid in the windshield washer reservoir is low vehicles with the optional reminder package have a LOW WASH light in the instrument cluster that will illuminate See Low Washer Fluid Warning Light in the index 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 1 With cruise control you can maintain a speed of about 25 mph 40 km h or more without keeping your foot on the accelerator This can really help on long trips Cruise control does not work at speeds below about 25 mph 40 km h When you apply vour brakes the cruise control shuts off 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 optional traction control system begins to limit wheel spin the cruise control will automa
106. acities are given in English and metric conversions Please refer to Recommended Fluids and Lubricants in the Index for more information Automatic Transaxle AT Overdrive Pan Removal and Replacement 6 0 quarts 6 1 L After Complete Overhaul 11 quarts 10 4 L When draining or replacing torque converter more fluid may he needed Cooling System 13 quarts 12 3 1 Engine Crankease 4 5 quarts 4 3L Oil change with filter change Fuel Tank 18 gallons 68 L Tire Pressures See Tire Loading Information label on the driver s door Wheel Nut Torque 100 Ib ft 140 N m Refrigerant R 134a Air Conditioning See refrigerant charge label under the hood Note capacities are approximate When adding be sure to fill to the appropriate level as recommended in this manual 6 59 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 Oldsmobile retailer Engine Specifications 3800 Series II Engine 1 36 VIN Engine K Displacement 348 Liters Horsepower 5 gt gt 205 hp Firing Order een 1 6 5 4 3 2 Thermostat Temperature Specification 195 ROI C Normal
107. ake s holding ability With PE itd esee Uy AM the engine running and transaxle NEUTRAL pam mE slowly remove foot pressure from the regular brake The key should come out only in LOCK pedal Do this until the vehicle is held by the parking lt l brake only Parking Brake and Automatic Transaxle PARK P mm E E Mechanism Check 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 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 7 42 Part C Periodic Maintenance Inspections Listed below are inspections and services which should be performed at least twice a year for instance each spring and fall You should let your GM retailer s service department or other qualified service center do these jobs Make sure any necessary repairs are completed at once Proper procedures to perform these services may be found in a GM service manual See Service and Owner Publications in the Index Stee
108. at If the hubs do not turn easily your tape may damaged and should not be used in the player Try a new tape to make sure your player is working properly e Ell The tape is broken Try a new tape If any error occurs repeatedly or if an error can t be corrected please contact your retailer If your radio displays an error number write it down and provide it to your retailer 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 mav select stations during FWD operation by using TUNE PROG 3 Press this button to play the other side of the tape 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 Press this button to select a tone while playing cassette The tone will be automatically set whenever you play cassette tape SEEK Press the up or down arrow to
109. atch fire You or others could be badly burned Stop vour engine if it overheats and get out of the vehicle until the engine is cool NOTICE If your engine catches fire because you keep driving with no coolant vour vehicle can be badly damaged The costly repairs would not be covered by your warranty 5 13 If No Steam Is Coming From Your Engine If you get the overheat warning but see or hear no steam the problem may not be too serious Sometimes the engine can get a little too hot when you Climb a long hill on hot day Stop after high speed driving Idle for long periods in traffic Tow a trailer If you get the overheat warning with no sign of steam try this for a minute or so 1 Turn off your air conditioner 2 Turn on your heater to full hot at the highest fan speed and open the window as necessary 3 lf you re in a traffic jam shift to NEUTRAL otherwise shift to the highest gear while driving AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE 9 or THIRD 3 5 14 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 you can idle the engine for two or three minutes while you re parked to see if the warning stops But then if you still have the warming turn off the engine and
110. ay The safety belt will move freely again and be ready to work for an adult or larger child passenger 1 41 Larger Children 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 Children who have outgrown child restraints should wear the vehicle s safety belts 1 42 CAUTION Never do this Here two children are wearing the same helt 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 2 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 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 c
111. be performed at the intervals specified to help ensure the safety dependability and emission control performance of your vehicle Be sure any necessary repairs are completed at once Whenever any fluids or lubricants are added to your vehicle make sure they are the proper ones as shown in Part D 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 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 7 39 Power Antenna Service Clean power antenna mast See Audio Systems in the Index for further details At Least Twice a Year Restraint System Check Make sure the safety belt reminder light an
112. by the right front passenger air bag if it inflates Never secure a child restraint in the center front seat It s always better to secure a child restraint in the rear seat You may however secure a forward facing child restraint in the right front passenger seat but only with the seat moved all the way back sd Wherever you install it 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 If your child restraint has a top strap it should be anchored If you need to have an anchor installed you can ask your Oldsmobile retailer to put it in for you If you want to install an anchor yourself your retailer can tell you how ta do it Canadian law requires that child restraints have a top strap and that the strap be anchored If your child restraint has top strap your retailer can 3 Pick up the latch plate and run the lap and shoulder obtain a kit with anchor hardware and installation portions of the vehicle s safety belt through or instructions specifically designed for this vehicle The around the restraint The child restraint instructions retailer can then install the anchor for you In Canada will show you how this work will be done for you free of charge or you may install the anchor yourse
113. ccurs first or leaks Inspect fuel cap gasket for any An Emission Control Service See footnote damage Replace parts as needed Lubricate chassis components or every An Emission Control Service See footnote 6 months whichever occurs first _ Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and See footnote Rotation in the Index for proper rotation Replace air cleaner filter pattern and additional information An Emission Control Service See footnote ACTUAL MILEAGE 7 24 93 000 Miles 155 000 km 96 000 Miles 160 000 km Change engine oil and filter or every Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service See footnote An Emission Control Service See footnote Lubricate chassis components or every 6 months whichever occurs first See footnote Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote Also see footnote ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY 7 25 99 000 Miles 165 000 km Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service See footnote _ ACTUAL MILEAGE 100 000 Miles 166 000 km Inspect spark plug wires An Emission Control Service Replace spark plugs Em
114. ce and wilhout incurring Note to Canadian Customers listed prizes are quoted in U S funds Canadian residents abligatian Allow ample time for dalreery io checks payable in LIS funds Ta cover Canadian postage add 11 50 plua the LIE order processing NOTES 8 12 Power Quiet corre 2 55 Accessory Power Retained 2 18 1 ced EX Ye Ra 1 18 How Does it Restrain EX uA pu EN Me T TEE PEU UD 1 22 Work o a ITI 1 20 2 2 1 20 Readiness Light 1 19 2 6 rra EG V EX EE 1 23 What Makes 1 1 21 What Will You See After it Inflates 1 22 When Should it flats 1 21 ATONE tay piace aided WEE ad ped 6 16 Air Conditioning crete wie he IPIS E Y EIN ud Air Conditioning Refri gerants 6 60 Air Control Climate Control 3 2 Alarm Instant Remote Lock Control 2 10 Alignment and Balance Tire 6 41 Aluminum Wheels Cleaning 6 50 Antenna Power ces ek wee es eens 3 21 Antenna Service 4 7 40 Antifreeze COPIE 6 21 Anti Lock Brake System Waming Light 2 63 4 7 s re d 4 7 Anti Lockout Feature
115. cle 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 Service Parts Identification Label You ll find this label on your spare tire cover It s very helpful if you ever need to order parts On this label is your VIN the model designation paint information and e 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 Don t add anything electrical to your Oldsmobile unless you check with your retailer first Some electrical equipment can damage your vehicle and the damage wouldn t be covered by your warranty Some add on electrical equipment can keep other components from working as they should Your vehicle has an air bag system Before attempting to add anything electrical to your Oldsmobile see Servicing Your Air Bag Equipped Oldsmobile in the Index Headlamp Wiring The headlamp wiring is protected by an internal circuit breaker An electrical overload will cause the lamps to go on and off or in some cases to remain off If this happens have your headlamp system checked right away Windshield Wipers The windshield wiper motor is protected by an internal circuit breaker and a fuse If the motor o
116. cluster to switch the display between miles and kilometers Pressing this button will also cycle all other displays through English and metric units Your Oldsmobile has a tamper resistant odometer If you see silver lines between the numbers you ll know that someone has probably tried to turn it back so the numbers not be true You may wonder what happens if your vehicle needs a new odometer installed If the new one can be set to the mileage total of the old odometer then it must be 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 Trip Odometer Your trip odometer tells how far you have driven in either miles or kilometers since you last reset it Press the E M English Metric button on the left side of the instrument cluster to switch the display between miles and kilometers The trip odometer is displayed by pressing the TRIP button To reset it to zero press TRIP to displav the trip odometer then hold the button for about three seconds until the display resets Tachometer The tachometer displays the engine speed in revolutions per minute rpm Do not operate the engine with the tachometer in the red area Engine damage may occur 2 59 Warning Lights Gages and Indicators This part describes the warning lights and gages that may be on your vehicle Th pictures will help you locate them Warn
117. crash Always have your engine running and your vehicle in gear when you go downhill Know how to go uphill Drive in the highest gear possible 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 owr lane As you go over the top of a hill be alert There could be something in vour 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 4 25 Winter Driving Here are some tips for winter driving e Have your Oldsmobile in good shape for winter You may want to put winter emergency supplies in your trunk 4 26 Include an ice scraper a small brush or broom a supply of windshield washer fluid rag some winter outer clothing small shovel a flashlight red cloth and couple of reflective warning triangles if vou will be driving under severe conditions include small bag of sand a piece of old carpet or a couple of burlap bags to help provide traction Be sure you properly secure these items in your vehicle Driving 5now 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 ti
118. ct 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 grasping the outer edges or the edge of the hole and the outer edge Power Antenna Mast Care Your power antenna will look its best and work well if it s cleaned from time to time To clean the antenna mast 1 Tum on the ignition and radio to raise the antenna 2 Dampen a clean cloth with mineral spirits or equivalent solvent 3 Wipe the cloth over the mast sections removing any dirt 4 Wipe dry with a clean cloth 5 Make the antenna go up and down by turning the radio or ignition off and on 6 Repeat if necessary NOTICE Don t lubricate the power antenna Lubrication could damage it NOTICE Before entering an automatic car wash turn off your radio to make the power antenna go down This will prevent the mast from possibly getting damaged If the antenna does not go down when you turn the radio off it may be damaged or need to be cleaned In either case lower the antenna by hand by carefully pressing the antenna down If the mast portion of your antenna is damaged you can easily replace it See your retailer replacement
119. d Ice or 5now What you don t want to do when your vehicle is stuck is to spin your wheels too fast The method known as rocking can help you get out when you re stuck but you must use caution 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 Spinning vour 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 vou can destroy your transaxle For information about using tire chains on your vehicle see Tire Chains in the Index 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 traction control you should turn the system off See Traction Control System in the Index Then shift back and forth between REVERSE 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 If that doesn t get you out after a Tew tries you may need to be towed If you do need to be towed out see Towing Your Vehicle
120. d 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 Have any torn or frayed safety belts replaced 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 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 7 40 Automatic Transaxle Check Check the transaxle fluid level add if needed See Automatic Transaxle in the Index 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 body door hinges Also lubricate all hinges and latches including those for the hood 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 Starter Switch Check Brake Transaxle Shift Interlock BTSI Check When vou are doing this check the vehicle could When you are doing this check the vehicle could
121. d anything to the fuel In addition gasolines containing oxygenates such as ethers and ethanol and reformulated gasolines may be availahle in your area to help clean the air General Motors recommends that you use these gasolines 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 Fuels in Foreign Countries If you pl n 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 International Product Center 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa Ontario LIH 8P7 6 5 Filling Your Tank cap is behind a hinged door on the driver s side of your vehicle 6 6 Gasoline vapor is highly flammable It burns violently and that can cause very bad injuries Don t smoke if you re near
122. dal 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 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 opposite end 2 Put the shift lever in PARK P 3 Turn off the engine If a tire goes flat the next part shows how to use your jacking equipment to change a flat tire safely 5 23 Removing the Spare Tire and Tools The equipment you ll need is in the trunk Pull the carpeting from the floor of the trunk Turn the center retainer bolt on the spare lire cover counterclockwise to remove it Lift and remove the cover See Compact Spare Tire later in this section for more information about the compact spare Remove the spare tire from the trunk The following steps will tell you how to use the jack and change tire 5 24 4 The box that stores the jack and wrench is on the passenger s side trunk wall Open the box and then twist the wing bolt a quarter turn counterclock wise Remove the jack and wheel wrench The tools you ll be using include the jack and wheel wrench Removing Wheel Covers and Wheel Nut Caps If you have a bolt on plastic wheel cove
123. de If you don t cancel the security lock feature adults or older children who ride in the rear won t be able to open the rear door from the inside You should let adults and older children know how these security locks work and how to cancel the locks To cancel the rear door security lock 1 Unlock the door and open the door from the outside 2 Move the lever all the way down 3 Do the same for the other rear door The rear door locks will now work normally 2 8 Anti Lockout Feature The power door locks will not work if the key is left in the ignition with the driver s door open You can override this feature by holding the power door lock switch for more than three seconds unless the engine is running Leaving Your Vehicle If you are leaving the vehicle take your keys open your door and set the locks from the inside Then get out and close the door Remote Lock Control If Equipped If your Oldsmobile has this option 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 Remote Lock Control operates on a radio frequency subject to Federal Communications Commission FCC Rules and with Industry and Science 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
124. e 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 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 Head Restraints safety belt and check that your passengers belts Slide the head restraint up or down so that the top of the are Tostened properly too restraint is closest to the top of your ears This position reduces the chance of a neck injury in a crash some models the head restraints tilt forward and rearward also l 4 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 It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area crash you don t know if it will be a bad one inside or outside of a vehicle In a collision few crashes are mild and some crashes can be so people riding in these areas are more likely to be serious that even buckled up a person wouldn t survive seriously injured or killed Do not allow people to But mo
125. e 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 Lubricate the suspension and steering linkage transaxle shift linkage parking brake guides and underbody contact points 7 28 Long Trip Highway Maintenance Schedule Tf your vehicle has an Engine Oil Life Monitor the monitor will show you when to change the oil 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 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 if the CHANGE light comes on Remember to reset the Oil Life Monitor when the oil has been changed For more information see Engine Oil Life Monitor in the Index A good time to check your brakes is during tire rotation See Brake System Inspection under Periodic Maintenance Inspections in Part C of this schedule If you drive in a highly corrosive environment your brake calipers may require additional inspection and service at every other tire rotation See Caliper Knuckle Maintenance Inspection under Pe
126. e linings for wear and cracks Inspect other brake parts including drums wheel cylinders 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 Caliper Knuckle Maintenance Inspection If you operate your vehicle in a highly corrosive environment as indicated by the shaded areas on the map following this text vour vehicle may require additional brake service Refer to the appropriate GM Service Bulletin for the proper caliper inspection procedure As necessary caliper pins and knuckle brake pad abutments should be lubricated at every other tire rotation Also see your GM retailer s service department or qualified service center for additional information 7 44 Part D Recommended Fluids and Lubricants NOTE Fluids and lubricants identified below by name part number or specification may be obtained from your GM retailer USAGE FLUILUBRICANT Engine with the American Petroleum Institute Certified For Gasoline Engines Starburst symbol of the proper viscosity To determine the preferred viscosity for your vehicle s engine see Engine Oil in the Index 50 50 mixture of clean water preferably distilled and use only GM Goodwrench DEX COOL or Havoline DEX COOL coolant See Engine Coolant in the Index Engine Coolant USAGE
127. e or forget your code contact your retailer 3 17 Disabling the Theft Deterrent Feature Enter your secret code as follows pause no more than 15 seconds between steps 1 Turn the ignition to ACCESSORY or RUN Turn the radio off Press the 1 and 4 buttons together Hold them down until SEC shows on the display Press MN and 000 will appear on the display 5 Press MN again to make the last two digits agree with your code p 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 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 unlack a secured radio see Unlocking the Theft Deterrent Feature After a Power Loss earlier in this section 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 buildings or hills can interfere with FM signals causing the sound to come and go AM The range for most AM stations is greater than for FM especially at night The longer range however can cause stations to in
128. e with the light on be certain to turn off all your accessories such as the radio and climate control system 2 61 Brake System Warning Light Your Oldsmobile 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 could be a brake problem Have your brake sysiem inspected right away This light should come on when you turn the key to START 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 and chime come on while you are driving pull off the road and stop carefully You may notice that the pedal is harder to push Or the pedal may go closer to the floor It may take longer to stop If the light is still on have the vehicle towed for service See Towing Your Vehicle in the Index 2 62 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 vou set your parking brake The light will stay on if vour parking brake doesn t release fully If you try to drive off with the parking brake set a chime wi
129. ear Day Mode The reverse day mode is another important feature of the electrochromic mirror When you shift into REVERSE R the mirror changes to the day mode This gives you a bright image in the mirror as you back up Cleaning the Photocells Use a cotton swab and glass cleaner to clean the photocells when necessary 2 48 Compass Calibration Once the compass is calibrated it does not need to be recalibrated as long as the mirror is left in your vehicle and the vehicle remains in the same geographical zone To calibrate the compass 1 Set the switch on the mirror control to 2 Turn the vehicle ignition switch on The letter C should be displayed in the mirror compass window If not hold the Cal switch bottom of the mirror for more than 10 seconds and the letter C will appear To hold in the Cal switch insert a paper clip into the small hole on the bottom of the mirror housing The display will show a number first but keep holding until the letter C appears 3 For quick calibration drive the vehicle in a 360 degree circle at less than 5 mph 8 km h until the display reads compass direction For normal calibration drive the vehicle on your everyday routine and the compass will eventually calibrate Compass Variance Variance is the difference between magnetic north and geographic north In some areas the difference between the two can be great enough to cause false compass readings If this hap
130. ect 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 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 Cleaning may be done with a scrubbing action non abrasive cleaning cassette with pads which scrub the tape head as the hubs of the cleaner cassette turn 3 20 You may 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 may not clean as thoroughly as the scrubbing type cleaner 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 that the cassette tape is in good condition before you have your tape player serviced Care of Your Compa
131. ected 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 If none of the above steps have made the light turn off have your retailer or qualified service center check the vehicle Your retailer has the proper test equipment and diagnostic tools to fix any mechanical or electrical problems that may have developed 2 67 Engine Oil Pressure Warning Light Sometimes when the engine 15 idling at a stop the light may blink on and off This is normal 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 If you make a hard stop the light may come on for moment This is normal Don t keep driving if the oil pressure is low If you do your engine can become so hot that it catches fire You or others could be burned Check your oil as soon as possible and have your A fast warning chime may also sound This may indicate vehicle serviced that oil is not going through vour engine quickly enough to keep it cool The engine could be low on oil or could have some other oil problem Have it fixed right away The oil pressure warning light could also come on in NOTICE three other situations e When the ignition is on but the engine is not running the light will come on as a test to show you iL 15 work
132. ee your retailer 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 Servicing Your Air Bag Equipped Oldsmobile Air bags affect how your Oldsmobile 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 Oldsmobile retailer and the Eighty Eight 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 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 wires wrapped with yellow tape or 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 23 Center Passenger Position Lap Belt If your vehicle has a front bench seat someone can sit in the center position If
133. er 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 15 worn under the ann It should worn over the shoulder at all times 1 15 What s wrong with this The belt is twisted across the You be seriously injured by a twisted belt In a crash vou wouldn t have the full width of the belt to spread impact forces If a belt is twisted make it straight so it can work properly or ask your retailer to fix it Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy Safety belts work for everyone including pregnant women Like all occupants they are more likely to be seriously injured if they don t wear safety belts To unlatch the belt just push the button on the buckle The belt should go back out of the way Before you close the door be sure the belt is out of the way If vou slam the door on it you can damage both the belt and your vehicle pregnant woman should wear a lap shoulder belt and the lap portion should be worn s low as possible below the rounding throughout the pregnancy The best way to protect the fetus 15 to protect the mother When a safety belt is worn properly it s more likely that the fetus won t be hu
134. er three to six drinks 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 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 driver with a 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 4 4 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 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 person with even a moderate 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 a
135. ere to overloaded tires The resulting accident obtain service see your Oldsmobile Warranty booklet could cause serious injury Check all tires for details 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 pothole Keep tires at the recommended pressure Worn old tires can cause accidents If vour tread is badly worn or if your tires have been damaged replace them Poorly maintained and improperly used tires are dangerous Overloading your tires can cause overheating as a result of too much friction You could have an air out and a serious accident See Loading Your Vehicle in the Index Inflation Tire Pressure The Tire Loading Information label which is on the rear edge of the driver s door 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 CAUTION Continued 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 vou can get the following Too much flexing Too much heat Tire overloading Bad wear Bad handling Bad fuel economy If vour tires have too much air overinflation you can get the follo
136. ever button on floor shift console models as you maintain brake application Then move the shift lever into the gear you wish Press the shift lever button before moving the shift lever on floor shift console models See Shifting Qut of PARK P later in this section REVERSE R Use this gear to back up NOTICE Shifting to REVERSE R while your vehicle is moving forward could damage your transaxle Shift to REVERSE R only after your vehicle is stopped To rock your vehicle back and forth to get out of snow ice or sand without damaging your transaxle see Stuck In Sand Mud Ice or Snow in the Index NEUTRAL In this position your engine doesn t connect with the wheels To restart when you re already moving use NEUTRAL only Also use NEUTRAL N when your vehicle is being towed Shifting out of PARK P or NEUTRAL 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 vour engine is racing NOTICE Damage to your transaxle caused hy shifting out of PARK P or NEUTRAL with the engine racing isn t covered by vour warranty AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE This position is for normal driving If you need more power for passing and you re Going less than ab
137. f Cassettes and compact discs may be loaded with the radio and ignition off if this button is pressed first If you leave a compact disc in the player while listening to the radio it may become warm 3 16 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 is activated the radio will display LOC to indicate a locked condition 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 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 vou 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 the ignition t ACCESSORY Turn the radio off Press the 1 and 4 butto
138. f a child will be riding in your Oldsmobile 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 1 10 Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you Don t let it get twisted 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 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 safetv belt locks if there s a sudden
139. f dirt is allowed to work into the finish it can harm the leather 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 Care of Safety Belts Keep belts clean and dry Do not bleach or dye safety belts If you do it 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 GM Part No 1050427 or a liquid household glass cleaner will remove normal tobacco smoke and dust films on interior glass 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 6 47 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 Windsh
140. 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 retum 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 hand to the left To move the trailer to the right move your hand to the right Always back up slowly and if possible have someone guide you 4 37 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 4 38 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 Oldsmobile retailer The green 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
141. fast or slow for the first 500 miles 805 km Don t make full throttle starts Avoid making hard stops 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 Ignition Positions With the ignition key in the ignition switch you can turn the switch to five positions ACCESSORY A An on position in which you can operate your electrical power accessories Press in the ignition switch as you turn the top of it toward you LOCK B The only position in which you can remove the key This locks your steering wheel ignition and transaxle 2 17 OFF C Unlocks the steering wheel ignition and transaxle but does not send electrical power to any accessories Use this position if your vehicle must he pushed or towed but never try to push start your vehicle warning chime will sound if vou open the driver s door when the ignition is turned to OFF and the key is in the ignition RUN D on position to which the switch returns after you start your engine and release the switch The switch stays in the RUN position when the engine 15 running But even when the engine is not running you can use RUN to operate your electrical power acce
142. fety 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 If my vehicle has air bags why should I have to wear safety belts 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 air hag system ever offered for sale has required the use of safety belts Even if you re in vehicle that has bags you still have to buckle up to get the most protection That s true not only in frontal collisions but especiallv in side and other collisions 0 If I m good driver and I never drive far from home why should I wear safety belts You may be an excellent driver but if you re in an accident even one that isn t your fault 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 1 9 How to Wear Safety Belts Properly Adults This part is only for people of adult size Be aware that there are special things to know about safety belts and children And there are different rules for smaller children and babies I
143. five seconds to reset the CLN indicator The radio will display to show the indicator was reset AM FM Stereo with Cassette Tape and Compact Disc Player with Automatic Tone Control If Equipped Playing the Radio PWR VOL Press this knob to turn the system on and off To increase volume turn the knob clockwise Tum 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 Finding a Station Press this button to switch between AM and 2 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 t 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 t
144. fortably cool interior Keep your eyes moving Scan the road ahead and to the sides Check your rearview mirrors and your instruments frequently If vou 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 4 24 Hill and Mountain Roads Driving on steep hills or mountains is different from driving in flat or rolling terrain If you drive regularly in steep country or if you re planning to visit there here are some tips that can make your trips safer and more enjoyable Keep your vehicle in good shape Check all fluid levels and also the brakes tires cooling system and transaxle These parts can work hard on mountain roads Know how to go down hills The most important thing to know 15 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 hill You could crash Shift down to let your engine assist vour brakes on a steep downhill slope Coasting downhill in NEUTRAL 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 hill You could
145. g in comfortable position To lock the controls turn the lever to the center position This will keep the mirror from moving if the switch is accidently bumped Convex Outside Mirror Your passenger s side mirror is convex convex mirror s surface is curved so you can see more from the driver s seat A convex mirror can make things like other vehicles look farther away than they really are If you cut too sharply into the right lane you could hit a vehicle on your right Check your inside mirror or glance over vour shoulder before changing lanes Storage Compartments Map Pocket These storage compartments are located on each front door Glove Box Use the door key to lock and unlock the glove box To open lift the latch release on the left side of the glove box door Overhead Console Sunglasses Storage If Equipped Some models have a storage compartment for glasses in your overhead console Press the release button to lower the door Place your glasses inside the door To close the door raise it and press it into position 2 51 Front Storage Armrest If Equipped On vehicles quipped with a console the front armrest opens into a storage area To open it lift the front edge Inside you will find storage for cassettes compact discs and coins In front of the storage area is a cupholder Press and release the cupholder cover to open Push the cupholder forward to lock it whe
146. g 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 two ways to turn off the cruise control Step lightly on the brake pedal Move the cruise switch to OFF Erasing Speed Memory When you turn off the cruise control or the igmtion your cruise control set speed memory 18 erased 2 40 Exterior Lamps Headlamps Push the switch marked with the P lamp symbol to turn on Parking Lamps Sidemarker Lamps Taillamps Instrument Panel Lights Push the switch again to turn off the lamps Push the switch marked with the lamp symbol to turn on the headlamps together with Parking Lamps e Sidemarker Lamps Taillamps Instrument Panel Lights Push the switch again to turn off the lamps Lamps On Reminder If you open the driver s door while leaving the manual headlamps or parking lamps switch on and the key removed from the ignition you will hear a warning tone Daytime Running Lamps Daytime Running Lamps DRL can make it easier for others to see the front of your vehicle during the day DRL can be helpful in many different driving conditions but they can be especially helpful in the short periods after dawn and before sunset A light sensor on top of the instrument panel monitors the exterior light level for the operation of DRL and twilight sentinel so be sure it
147. garding vehicle repairs or interpretation of the New Vehicle Limited Warranty To assist in resolving these disagreements Oldsmobile voluntarily participates in BBB AUTO LINE BBB AUTO LINE is an out of court program administered by the Better Business Bureau system to settle automotive disputes This program is available free of charge to customers who currently own or lease a GM vehicle If you are not satisfied after following the Customer Satisfaction Procedure 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 V 22203 1804 Telephone 1 800 955 5100 To file a claim you will be asked to provide your name and address your Vehicle Identification Number VIN and a statement of the nature of your complaint Eligibility is limited by vehicle age and mileage and other factors 8 7 We prefer you utilize the Customer Satisfaction Procedure before you resort to AUTO LINE but you may contact the BBB at any time The BBB will attempt to resolve the complaint serving as an intermediary If this mediation is unsuccessful an informal hearing will be scheduled where eligible customers may present their case to an impartial third party arbitrator The arbitrator will make a decision which you may accept or reject If you accept the decision GM will be bound by that decision The en
148. garment hooks are available for your convenience 2 55 tA d us qu Lb cm 12 Lamp Controls Turn Signal Multifunction Lever Tilt Steering Wheel Lever Instrument Cluster Gages Horn Ignition Switch Gearshift Lever Climate Controls Passenger s Side SRS Airbag Air Outlet Glove Box Air Outlet 13 14 15 16 17 18 20 21 22 Audio System Ashtray Cigarette Lighter and Accessory Power Outlet Air Outlet Traction Control Switch Hazard Warning Flashers Switch Driver s Side SRS Air Bag Fuse Panel under the instrument panel TRUNK Release Switch Air Outlet Hood Release 2 57 Instrument Panel Cluster 8888887 Your instrument panel cluster is designed to let you know at a glance how your vehicle is running You ll know how fast you re going how much fuel you re using and many other things you ll need to drive safely and economically 2 58 Your Oldsmobile is equipped with this instrument panel cluster which includes indicator warning lights and gages that are explained on the following pages Speedometer and Odometer Your speedometer lets you see your speed in both miles per hour mph and kilometers per hour km h Your odometer shows how far your vehicle has been driven in either miles used in the United States or kilometers used in Canada Press the English Metric button on the left side of the instrument
149. get everyone of the vehicle until it cools down You may decide not to lift the hood but to get service help nght away When you decide it s safe to lift the hood here s what you ll see electric 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 Coolant Recovery Tank B Radiator Pressure Cap C Electric Engine Fans The coolant level should be at or above the FULL COLD mark If it isn t you may have a leak in the radiator hoses heater hoses radiator water pump or somewhere else in the cooling system 5 16 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 vou run the engine it could lose all coolant That could cause an engine fire and you could be burned Get any leak fixed before vou drive the vehicle NOTICE Engine damage from running your engine without coolant isn t covered by your warranty If there seems to be no leak with the engine on check to see if the electric engine fans are running If the engine is overheating both fans should be running If they aren t your vehicle needs service How to Add Coolant to the Coolant Recovery Tank
150. h NOTICE What Kind of Oil to Use Oils recommended for your vehicle can be identified by looking for the Starburst symbol This symbol indicates that the oil has been certified by the American Petroleum Institute API Do not use any oil which does not carry this Starburst symbol 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 15 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 13 As shown in the chart SAE 10W 30 is best for your RECOMMENDED SAE VISCOSITY ENGINE OLS vehicle However you use SAE 5W 30 if it s going FOR BEST FUEL ECONOMY AND COLD STARTING SELECT THE LOWEST to be colder than 60 F 16 C before your next oil PETUNT ETE ES 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 Certified 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
151. he 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 Ib 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 4 3 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 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 15 a gender difference too Women generally have a lower relative percentage of body water than men Since alcohol 1s carried in body water this means that woman generally will reach higher level than a marn of her same body weight when each has the same number of drinks The law in many U S states sets the legal limit 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 0 10 percent aft
152. he headlamp assembly forward from the front 6 Replace the bulb and reverse the steps to install the fender Tip the assembly and turn the bulb assembly new bulb assembly counterclockwise to remove it Taillamps For bulb type see Replacement Bulbs in the Index 1 In the trunk remove the plastic screw holding the carpet in place and pull back the carpeting If you have the optional convenience net you must first remove it from the hooks 2 Pull the carpet away from the rear corner of the trunk 6234 _ lt Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement 3 Rotate the bulb housing one eighth of a turn and remove it Replacement blades come in different types and are 4 To remove the bulb push in and rotate it removed in different ways Here s how to remove the counterclockwise type with a release clip 5 Replace the bulb 1 Pull the windshield wiper arm away from the windshield 2 Push down on the release clip with a screwdriver and 6 Reverse the steps to reassemble the taillamp pull the blade assembly off the wiper arm 3 Push the new wiper blade securely on the wiper arm For the correct windshield wiper blade replacement length and type see Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts in the Index 6 35 Tires Your new Oldsmobile comes with high quality tires made by a leading tire manufacturer If you ever e Underinflated tires pose the same danger as have questions about your tire warranty and wh
153. he radio will change to P SCAN mode P SCAN will appear on the display 3 11 PUSHBUTTONS The five numbered pushbuttons let you retum to your favorite stations You set up to 15 stations five AM five and five 2 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 then go on to the next preset station Press SCAN again to stop scanning 3 12 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 P
154. heating If a Tire Goes Flat Changing a Flat Tire Compact Spare Tire If You re Stuck In Sand Mud Ice or Snow Hazard Warning Flashers Your hazard warning flashers let you warn others They also let police know you have a problem Your front and rear turn signal lamps will flash on and off Press the button in to make your front and rear turn signal lamps flash on and otf Your hazard warning flashers work no matter what position your key is in and even if the key isn t in To turn off the flashers pull out on the collar When the hazard warning flashers are on your turn signals won t work Other Warning Devices If you carry reflective triangles you can set one up at the side of the road about 300 feet 100 m behind your vehicle Jump Starting If your battery has run down you may want to use another vehicle and some jumper cahles to start your Oldsmobile But please follow the steps below to do it safely Batteries can hurt you They can be dangerous because e They contain acid that can burn vou 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 NOTICE Remember that ignoring these steps could result in costly damage to your vehicle that wouldn t be covered by your warranty Trying to start your Oldsmobile by pushing or pulling it won t work and it
155. hing safety chains and do not attach them to the bumper Always leave just enough slack so you can tum with your rig And never allow safety chains to drag on the ground Trailer Brakes Does your trailer have its own brakes Be sure to read and follow the instructions for the trailer brakes so you ll be to install adjust and maintain them properly 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 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 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
156. his 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 using 3 Press this button to play the other side of the tape 0 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 license from Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation Dolby and the double D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation Press this button to select tone while playing cassette The tone will be automatically set whenever you play a cassette tape 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 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 3 14 while scanning SCAN will appear on the display and the tape direction arrow will blink while scanning 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
157. his will unlock the pedal When you lift your left foot the parking brake pedal will follow it to the release position 725 Shifting Into PARK P NOTICE Driving with the parking brake on can cause your rear brakes to overheat You may have to replace them and you could also damage other parts of vour 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 you are towing a trailer and are parking on any hill see Towing a Trailer in the Index That section shows what to do first to keep the trailer from moving If you have left the engine running the vehicle can move suddenly You or others could injured To 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 2 26 Steering Column Shift Lever 1 Hold the brake pedal down with your right foot and set the parking brake Move the lever up as far as it will go 3 Mowe the ignition key to LOCK 4 Remove the key and take it with you If you can leave your vehicle with the ignition key in your 2 Move the shift lever into PARK position hand your vehicle is in PARK P like this Pull the lever toward you 2 27 Console Shift Lever Option 2 Move the shift lever into
158. how and the proper tools and equipment for the job If you have any doubt have a qualified technician do the work If you are skilled enough to do some work on your vehicle vou will probably want to get the service information GM publishes See Service and Owner Publications in the Index B Owner Checks and Services tells you what should be checked and when It also explains what you can easily do to help keep vour vehicle in good condition Part C Periodic Maintenance Inspections explains important inspections that your Oldsmobile retailers service department or another qualified service center should perform Part D Recommended Fluids and Lubricants lists some products GM recommends 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 15 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 Part 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
159. ht type and size for vour child very 4 Buckle position and release the safety belt as voung child s hip bones are so small that a described in Rear Seat Outside Passenger Positions regular belt might not stay low on the hips as it earlier in this section Make sure that the shoulder should Instead the belt will likely be over the belt crosses the shoulder child s abdomen In a crash the belt would apply To remove and store the comfort guides squeeze the belt force right on the child s abdomen which could edges together so that you can take them out from the cause serious or fatal injuries 5o be sure that guides Pull the guide upward to expose its storage clip any child small enough for one is always properly and then slide the guide onto the clip Rotate the guide and restrained in a child or infant restraint clip inward and in between the seatback and the interior body leaving only the loop of elastic cord exposed 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 CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued heavy you can t hold it For example in a crash at only 25 mph 40 km h 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 in an infant restraint Child Restraints Be sure the child restrai
160. ice or every 60 months whichever occurs first These intervals only summarize maintenance services Be sure to follow the complete maintenance schedule on the following pages The services shown in this schedule up to 100 000 miles 166 000 km should be performed after 100 000 miles 166 000 km at the same intervals The services shown at 150 000 miles 240 000 km should be performed at the same interval after 150 000 miles 240 000 km 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 Lubricate the suspension and steering linkage transaxle shift linkage parking brake guides and underbody contact points If your vehicle has an Engine Oil Life Monitor the monitor will show you when to change the oil 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 witho
161. ield 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 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 6 48 Cleaning the Outside of Your Oldsmobile The paint finish on your vehicle provides beauty depth of color gloss retention and durability Washing Your Vehicle The best way to preserve your vehicle s finish is to keep it clean by washing it often with lukewarm or cold water Don t wash your vehicle in the direct rays of the sun Don t use strong soaps or chemical detergents Use liquid hand dish or car washing mild detergent soaps 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 saft c
162. in the Index 5 35 NOTES 6 i 5 NOTES 5 37 NOTES Section 6 Service and Appearance Care Here you will find information about the care of your Oldsmobile 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 Service Fuel Checking Things Under the Hood Engine Oil Air Cleaner Automatic Transaxle Fluid Engine Coolant Power Steering Fluid Windshield Washer Fluid Brakes Battery Bulb Replacement Halogen Bulbs Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement Tires Appearance Care 6 44 6 48 6 50 6 51 6 51 6 51 6 52 6 53 6 53 6 54 6 59 6 59 6 60 6 60 6 60 Cleaning the Inside of Your Oldsmobile Cleaning the Outside of Your Oldsmobile Cleaning Aluminum or Chrome Wheels Finish Damage Underbody Maintenance Chemical Paint Spotting Appearance Care Materials Chart Vehicle Identification Number V IN Service Parts Identification Label Electrical System Replacement Bulbs Capacities and Specifications Air Conditioning Refrigerants Engine Specifications Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts Vehicle Dimensions Service Your Oldsmobile retailer knows your vehicle best and wants you to be happy with it We hope you ll go to your retailer for all your service needs You ll get genuine GM parts and GM trained a
163. ind your car Grip the mirror in the center to move it up or down and side to side The day night adjustment allows you to adjust the mirror to avoid glare from the headlamps behind you Pull the tab forward for daytime use Push it back for night use Electrochromic Day Night Rearview Mirror with Compass If Equipped This mirror automatically changes to reduce glare when set in the M Mirror or C M Compass Mirror positions This mirror automatically changes to reduce glare from headlamps behind you A photocell on the back of the mirror senses when it is becoming dark outside Another photocell built into the mirror surface senses when headlamps are behind vou At night when the glare 1s too high the mirror will gradually darken to reduce glare this change may take a few seconds The mirror will return to its clear daytime state when the glare is reduced p OFF Turns off the day night function and compass The mirror will stay in the day setting M Turns on the day night function C M Turns on both the day night function and the compass feature letter or letters indicating the direction headed will appear in the top right corner of the mirror 2 47 Time Delay The automatic mirror has a time delay feature which prevents unnecessary switching from the night back to the day position This delay prevents rapid changing of the mirror as vou drive under lights and through traffic Reverse G
164. information see Check 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 The engine oil dipstick is located behind the engine fans and in front of the engine oil fill cap The top of the dipstick is a round yellow loop 6 12 Turn off the engine and give the oil a few minutes to drain back into the oil pan If you don t the oil dipstick might not show the actual level 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 When to Add 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 Don t add too much oil If your engine has so much oil that the oil level gets above the cross hatched area that shows the proper operating range vour engine could be damaged The engine oil fill cap is behind the engine oil dipstick and engine fans Be sure to fill it enough to put the level somewhere in the proper operating range Push the dipstick all the way back in when you re throug
165. ing 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 2 2 2 4 2 7 EJ EJ ba La Lad P3 RO B3 bl oe Keys Door Locks Rear Door Security Lock Remote Lock Control Trunk Theft PASS Key New Vehicle Break In Ignition Positions Starting Your Engine Engine Coolant Heater Automatic Transaxle Operation Parking Brake Shifting Into PARK P Shifting Out of PARK P Parking Over Things That Burn 2 3 2 3 2 32 2 Engine Exhaust Running Your Engine While You re Parked Windows Turn Signal Multifunction Lever Exterior Lamps Interior Lamps Mirrors Storage Compartments Ashtrays and Cigarette Lighter Sun Visors Accessory Power Outlet Assist Handles Garment Hooks Instrument Panel Warning Lights Gages and Indicators Kevs Leaving young children in a vehicle with the ignition key is dangerous for many reasons child or others could be badly injured or even killed They could operate power windows or other controls or even make the vehicle move Don t leave the keys in a vehicle with voung children 2 2 The ignition keys are for the ignition only The door keys are for the doors and all other locks When a new Oldsmobile is delivered the retailer removes the plugs from the keys and gives them to the first owner However the ignition key may n
166. ing Press the A C button and if the A C indicator light is not on turn the temperature knob to the end of the blue area counterclockwise Then turn the fan knob to its highest speed If this setting is used for long periods of time the air in your vehicle may become too cold and dry For normal cooling on hot days select the UPPER mode To do this press the A C button If the A C indicator light does not turn on turn the temperature knob to the blue area and select the appropriate fan speed This setting cools the air entering your vehicle and directs it through the upper outlets The direction of the cool air can be controlled by adjusting or turning off the instrument panel outlets Heating Tum the temperature knob toward the red area clockwise for warmer air To warm the vehicle up on very cold days select the LOWER mode tum the temperature knob to the end of the red area clockwise and tum the fan knob to its highest setting The heater works best if you keep your windows closed while using it 3 3 Rear Window Defogger 20 Press the rear defogger i button on your climate M control system to warm the defogger grid on the rear window The indicator light will glow while the rear window defogger 15 operating It will turn off automatically after about 10 minutes of use If you turn it on again the defogger will operate for about only five minutes You can also turn off the defogger by turning the
167. ing 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 68 Damage to your engine from neglected oil problems can be costly and is not covered by vour warranty Engine Oil Level Warning Light When the CHECK OIL warning light comes on it indicates that the engine oil level is 1 to 1 1 2 quarts 0 95 L to 1 4 L low warning chime may also sound The warning light will come on for two to four seconds when the ignition is turned on as a bulb check to show you it is working lf it doesn t come on have it fixed right away It will then go off Even if you have a low oil level it will go off for 15 to 25 seconds Then if the oil level is low the warming light will turn on for about one minute and a warning chime may sound If the oil level is okay the warning light will remain off If the warning light comes on after the 15 to 25 second delay check the dipstick level If it reads low the engine oil should be brought up to the proper level see Engine in the Index The warning light or message will remain off after the engine oil has been brought to the proper level and the ignition has been off for eight minutes The eight minute delay allows the majority of the oil to drain back into the oil pan to prevent a false low condition Low Washer Fluid Warning Light If Equipped
168. ing 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 vou 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 warming lights come on briefly when you start the engine just to let vou 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 warming lights work together to let vou know when there s a problem with your vehicle 2 60 When one of the warning lights comes on and stays on when you are driving or when one of the gages shows there mas 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 5 please get to know your warning lights and gages They re a big help Safetv Belt Reminder Light When the key is turned to RUN or START a chime will come on for about eight seconds to remind people to fasten their safety belts The safety belt light will also come on and stay on for about 70 seconds If the FASTEN driver s belt is already buckled neither the chime nor the light will come on BELTS
169. ing materials could set them on fire causing damage 221 iH t Sun Visors To block glare you can swing down the visors You can also remove them from the center mount and swing them to the side while the auxiliary sunshade remains to block glare from the front There is a non illuminated Open the cover to expose the vanity mirror vanity mirror located behind the visor If your vehicle has the optional lighted vanity mirrors the lamps come on when you open the cover You can adjust the brightness of the lamps by moving the switch 2 54 Accessory Power Outlet If your vehicle is equipped with a floor console the accessory power outlet 15 located on the right side of the console at the bottom For vehicles not equipped with a console the accessory power outlet is located inside the ashtray on the instrument panel With the ignition key turned on the accessory power outlet can be used to plug in electrical equipment such as a cellular telephone CB radio etc Follow the proper installation instructions that are included with any electrical equipment you install NOTICE When using the accessory power outlets the maximum total load of any electrical equipment on all outlets should not exceed 20 amps Assist Handles A folding handle above the front passenger door and each rear door can be used when getting out of your vehicle Garment Hooks Rear
170. ing 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 this button again to stop scanning The sound will mute while scanning SCAN will appear on the display and the disc direction arrow will blink while scanning RCL Press this button to see which track is playing Press it again within five seconds to see how long it has been playing To change what is normally shown on the display track or elapsed time press the button until you see the display you want then hold the button until the display flashes 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 item with the box around it on the display will eject and the radio will play EJECT may he activated with either the ignition or radio of
171. ing until you can buckle it Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure 1 Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you If the belt is not long enough see Safety Belt Don t let it get twisted Extender at the end of this section Make sure the release button on the buckle is positioned so you 2 Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to 1 26 3 To make the lap part tight pull down on the buckle end of the belt as you pull up on the shoulder part The lap part of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips just touching the thighs In a crash this applies force to the strong pelvic bones 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 1 27 The safety belt locks if there s sudden stop or crash You can be seriously hurt if vour shoulder belt is too loose In a crash you would move forward too much which could increase injury The shoulder belt should fit against your body To unlatch the belt just push the button on the buckle ue e ee TO Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides for Children and Small Adults Rear
172. ission Control Service Change automatic transaxle fluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90 32 C or higher Short Trip City Maintenance Schedule 150 000 Miles 240 000 km In hilly or mountainous terrain Ll Drain flush and refill cooling system When doing frequent trailer towing or every 60 months since last service whichever occurs first See Engine Coolant in the Index for what to use Inspect hoses Clean radiator condenser if you do nof ise your vehicle under any of these pressure cap and neck Pressure test cooling conditions the fluid and filter do not require changing system and pressure cap An Emission Control Service Uses such as found in taxi police or delivery service ACTUALMILEAGE SERVICED BY SERVICED BY The services shown in this schedule up to 100 000 miles 166 000 km should be performed after 100 000 miles 166 000 km at the same intervals The services shown at 150 000 miles 240 000 km should be performed at the same interval after 150 000 miles 240 000 km See Owner Checks and Services and Periodic Maintenance Inspections following Footnotes 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 th
173. k Control Instant Alarm See pau qoa RAD d Eee E RN 2 10 Lock Control Personalization MEM 2 11 Lock Control Resynchronization 2 10 Lock Control Security Feedback elon RE Trunk Release 2 2713 Trunk Release Lockout 2 14 Remote Lock 2 9 2 10 Personalization Features ng al a 2 11 Resynchroauization 2 2 2 10 SOURS MMM 2 11 Replacement Questions and Answers 1 9 Bulbs BAR 6 59 Rear Comfort Guides KOREA Va UE E d state owe 1 29 dol ei EPUM CS EA PUES 6 60 Rear Seat Outside Passenger Positions 1 25 WIL im rm ner rens 6 42 Rear Seat Passengers VER EE NO IR aS EE E 1 25 Replacing Safety DHT RUE e ud LEX p SEES GE 1 45 Riminder 1 5 2 60 Reporting Safety Defects BAB Replacing After a 1 45 Restraints Right Front Passenger Position 1 18 C ET YQ TIT 1 45 Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster 1412 dar EA ME 1 33 Smaller Children and Babies reer 1934 Head ES Use During Pregnancy LT Replacing Parts After a Crash Vitres esser koe Why They Work FIER 1 6 System Check
174. ke a mirrored surface and slow down when you have any doubt Remember Any anti lock brake system ABS helps avoid only the braking skid 4 15 Driving at Night Here are some tips on night driving Drive defensively Don t drink and drive Adjust your inside rearview mirror to reduce the glare from headlamps behind you Since you can t see as well you may need to slow down and keep more space between you and other vehicles Slow down especially on higher speed roads Your headlamps can light up only so much road ahead Inremote areas watch for animals If you re tired pull off the road in a safe place and rest Night driving is more dangerous than day driving One reason is that some drivers are likely to impaired by alcohol or drugs with night vision problems or by fatigue 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 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 ap
175. kit and follow the instructions in the kit j NOTES 3 22 NOTES y NOTES 3 24 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 8 Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads 4 2 Drunken Driving 4 2 City Driving 4 6 Control of a Vehicle 4 22 Freeway Driving 4 6 Braking 4 23 Before Leaving on a Long Trip 4 11 Steering 4 24 Highway Hypnosis 4 13 Off Road Recovery 4 24 Hill and Mountain Roads 4 13 Passing 4 26 Winter Driving 4 15 Loss of Control 4 30 Loading Your Vehicle 4 16 Driving at Night 4 32 Towing a Trailer Defensive Driving The hest advice anyone can give about driving is Drive defensively Please start with a very important safety device in your Oldsmobile Buckle up See Safety Belts in the Index 4 2 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 f
176. l turn off after about one minute These lamps will also turn off if you start the engine or activate the power locks If a door is left ajar your interior lamps will turn off after 10 minutes to save your battery Front Reading Lamps Rear Reading Lamps These lamps and the interior courtesy lamps will come These lamps will come on when you open the doors on when you open the doors To turn on the reading lamp when the door 15 closed To tum on a reading lamp when the doors are closed press the lens of the lamp Press again to turn the press either switch Press it again to turn the lamp off lamp off 2 4 Trunk Lamp For your convenience this lamp comes on when the trunk 1s opened Inadvertent Load Protection This feature shuts off the courtesy reading trunk glove box and visor vanity mirror lamps if any are left on for more than 10 minutes when the ignition is off This will keep your battery from running down Parade Dimming This feature prohibits the dimming of your instrument panel displays during daylight while your headlamps are on This feature operates with the light sensor for the twilight sentinel and is fully automatic When the light sensor reads darkness outside you will be able to dim your instrument panel displays once again 2 46 Mirrors Inside Day Night Manual Rearview Mirror When you are sitting in a comfortable driving position adjust the mirror so you can see clearly beh
177. lean 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 liquid hand dish or vehicle washing mild detergent soap to clean exterior lamps and lenses Follow instructions under Washing Your Vehicle Finish Care Occasional waxing or mild polishing of your Oldsmobile by hand may be necessary to remove residue from the paint finish You can get GM approved cleaning products from your retailer See Appearance Care and Materials in the Index Your Oldsmobile has a basecoat clearcoat paint finish 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
178. lf using the instructions provided in the kit Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Outside Seat Position You ll be using the lap shoulder belt See the earlier part about the top strap if the child restraint has one 1 Put the restraint on the seat Follow the instructions for the child restraint 4 Tilt the latch plate to adjust the belt if needed 2 Secure the child in the child restraint as the If the shoulder belt goes in front of the child s face or instructions say neck put it behind the child restraint 1 35 5 Buckle the belt Make sure the release button is 6 To tighten the belt pull up on the shoulder belt while positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the you push down on the child restraint safety belt quickly if you ever had to 7 Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure 1 36 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 ready to work for an adult Sams A child in a child restraint in the center front seat Securing a Child Restraint in the Center can be badly injured by the right front passenger Rear Seat Position air bag if it inflates Never secure a child restraint in the center front seat It s always better to secure a child restraint in the rear seat You may however secure a forward facing child restraint in the right front
179. ll also come on until you release the parking brake If the light and chime stay on after your parking brake is fully released it means you have a hrake problem Anti Lock Brake System Warning Light With the anti lock brake system this light will come on when you start your engine and may stay on for several seconds That s normal ANTI tock 609 If the light stays on turn the ignition to OFF Or if the light comes 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 Oldsmobile needs service If the regular brake system warning light isn t on you still have brakes but you don t have anti lock brakes If the regular brake system warning light is also on you don t have anti lock brakes and there s a problem with your regular brakes See Brake System Warning Light earlier in this section The anti lock brake system warning light should come on briefly when you turn the ignition key to RUN 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 5ystem Warning Light Option This warning light should come on briefly as you start the engine If the warning light doesn t come on then have it fixed so it will be ready to warn you if there s a problem TRACTION OFF If it stays on or come
180. lood can be removed as follows 1 Carefully scrape off excess stain then sponge the soiled area with cool water 2 stain remains follow the foam type instructions described earlier 6 46 3 odor lingers after cleaning vomit or urine treat the area with a water baking soda solution 1 teaspoon 5 ml of baking soda to 1 cup 250 ml of lukewarm water 4 If needed clean lightly with solvent type cleaner Combination 5tains Stains caused by candy ice cream mayonnaise chili sauce and unknown stains can be removed as follows 1 Carefully scrape off excess stain 2 Clean with cool water and allow to dry 3 Ifa stain remains clean it with solvent type cleaner Cleaning Vinyl Usc 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 retailer for this product Cleaning Leather Use a soft cloth with lukewarm water and a mild soap or saddle soap and wipe dry with soft cloth Then let the leather dry naturally Do not use heat to dry For stubborn stains use leather cleaner See your retailer 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 I
181. lose 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 1 43 CAUTION Never do this Here 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 force to the child s pelvic bones in a crash 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 retailer will order you an extender It s free When you go in to order it take the heaviest coat you will wear so the extender will be long enough for you 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 it 15 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
182. lter if you are driving in dusty conditions Replace filter if necessary Emission Control Service See footnoteT _ DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY 7 15 48 000 Miles 80 000 km 50 000 Miles 83 000 km C Change engine oil and filter or every Change automatic transaxle fluid and filter 3 months whichever occurs first if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or An Emission Control Service See footnote more of these conditions Lubricate chassis components or every In heavy city traffic where the outside 6 months whichever occurs first temperature regularly reaches 90 F See footnote 32 C or higher C Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and eee m Uses such as found in taxi police or See footnote Also see footnote delivery service hilly or mountainous terrain If you do not use your vehicle under any of these conditions the fluid and filter do not require changing ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY ACTUAL MILEAGE BY 7 16 51 000 Miles 85 000 km Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first Emission Control Service footnote ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY Short Trip City Maintenance Schedule 54 000 Miles 90 000 km _ Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first
183. m 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 tight front passenger 1 21 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 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 supplement to safety belts and then only in moderate to severe frontal or near frontal collisions What will vou see after an air bag inflates After an air bag inflates it quickly deflates so quickly that some people may not even realize the air bag inflated Some components of the air bag module in 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 pre
184. 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 6 4 may be affected The malfunction indicator lamp on your instrument panel may turn on and or vour vehicle fail smog check test If this occurs return to your authorized Oldsmobile retailer for diagnosis to determine the cause of failure In the event it 1s determined that the cause of the condition is the type of fuels used repairs may not be covered by your warranty Some gasolines that are not reformulated for low emissions contain an octane enhancing additive called methylcyclopentadienyl manganese tricarbonyl ask your service station operator whether or not his 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 conirol system performance may be affected The malfunction indicator lamp on your instrument panel turn on If this occurs return to your authorized Oldsmobile retailer 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 allowing your emission control system to function properly Therefore you should not have to ad
185. mobile retail facilitys all across North America They ll ready and willing to help if you need it 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 e Wiper Blades Are they in good shape e Fuel Engine Oil Other Fluids Have you checked all levels e 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 the recommended pressure e Weather Forecasts What s the weather outlook along your route Should you delay your trip a short time to avoid a major storm system e Maps Do you have up to date maps 4 23 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 fess 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 com
186. n an on position and the transaxle in PARK P Once the transmitter is separated use pencil to remove the old battery Do not use a metal object 3 Remove and replace the battery Replace it as the instructions inside the cover indicate 4 Snap the transmitter back together tightly to be sure no moisture can enter 5 Resynchronize the transmitter by pressing and holding the LOCK and UNLOCK buttons for about eight seconds You must be within range of the vehicle When the transmitter has been resynchronized the horn will chirp and the exterior lamps will flash once 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 13 Remote Trunk Release Lockout If Equipped Er The trunk release switch in the glove box allows you to secure items in the trunk Mowe the trunk release switch to OFF lock the glove box and take the key with you Now the trunk release button on the left of the steering column will not open the trunk To allow the trunk release switch to operate again move the trunk release switch to Trunk Security Override If Equipped The remote lock control transmitter will open the trunk even If the override switch 1s in the OFF position 2 14 Trunk Lid It can be dangerous to drive with the trunk lid open because carbon monoxide CO gas can come into
187. n in use Press the cupholder back to its recessed position when not in use 2 82 Rear Storage Compartment Option Your Oldsmobile may have a rear storage armrest with cupholders Lift the rear of the armrest to reveal the storage space Convenience Net If Equipped Your vehicle may have a convenience net You ll see it just inside the back wall of the trunk Put small loads like grocery bags behind the net It can help keep them from falling over during sharp turns or quick starts and stops For 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 Ashtrays and Cigarette Lighter To use a lighter just push the center in all the way and let it go When it is ready the center will pop back by itself Pull out the entire unit to use it NOTICE Don t hold a cigarette lighter in with your hand while it is heating If you do it won t be able to back away from the heating element when it s ready That can make it overheat damaging the lighter and the heating element Pull out the front ashtray to reveal the ashtray and cigarette lighter To clean the ashtray open it completely and then lift it out 2 53 To clean the rear ashtray open it push down on the Visor Vanity Mirror snuffer and pull the ashtray out Don t put papers and other things that burn into your ashtrays If vou do cigarettes or other smok
188. n 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 modern vehicle is complex Its many parts have to be of top quality and work well together if the vehicle 15 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 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 6 30 Battery Every new Oldsmobile has Delco Freedom battery You never have to add water to one of these When it s time for a new battery we recommend a Delco Freedom battery Get one that has the replacement number shown on the original battery s label Vehicle Storage If you re not going to drive your vehicle for 25 days or more take off the black negative cable from the battery This will help keep vour battery from running down Batteries have acid that can burn
189. nal 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 following driver to get ahead of you Perhaps you can ease a little to the right 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 overdnving those conditions But skids are always possible The three types of skids correspond to your Oldsmobile s three control systems In the braking skid your Wheels aren t rolling In the steering
190. nd if you try to drive with this warning light on See Brake System Warning Light in the Index 6 27 What to Add When you do need brake fluid use only DOT 3 brake NOTICE i fluid such as Delco Supreme 11 P GM Part No 12377967 Use new brake fluid from sealed e Using the wrong fluid can badly damage container only brake system parts For example just a few Always clean the brake fluid reservoir cap and the rea dr Mps of mineral based ail such xb si around the cap before removing it This will help keep oil in your brake system can damage brake dirt from entering the reservoir 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 ofT immediately See Care in the Index 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 ate e o e Brake Wear Your Oldsmobile has front disc brakes and rear drum brakes Disc brake pads have built in wear indicators that make a high pitched warning sound when the brake pads are worn and new pads are needed The sound may come and go or be heard all the time your vehicle is moving except when you a
191. nd supported service people We hope you ll want to keep your GM vehicle all GM Genuine GM parts have one of these marks 6 2 Doing Your Own Service Work If you want to do some of your own service work you ll want to get the proper Oldsmobile Service Manual It tells you much more about how to service your Oldsmobile 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 Oldsmobile 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 Be sure vou 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 of your vehicle can affect the airflow around it This may cause wind noise and affect windshield washer performance Check with
192. ne 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 surrounding roads are clear If you see 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 4 28 If You re Caught in a Blizzard If you are stopped by heavy snow you could be in a serious situation You should probably stay with your vehicle unless you know for sure that you are near help and you can hike through the snow Here are some things to do to summon help and keep yourself and your passengers safe Turn on your hazard flashers e Tieared cloth to your vehicle to alert police that you ve been stopped by the snow Put on extra clothing or wrap a blanket around you If you have no blankets or extra clothing make body insulators from newspapers burlap bags rags floor mats anything you can wrap around vourself or under your clothing to keep warm Snow can trap exhaust gases under your vehicle This can cause deadIy 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 that
193. ng flashers 5 8 When you call tell the towing service That your vehicle can only be towed with certain equipment as described later in this section That your vehicle has front wheel drive The make model and year of your vehicle Whether you can still move the shift lever If there was an accident what was damaged When the towing service arrives let the tow operator know that this manual contains detailed towing instructions and illustrations The operator may want to see them To help avoid 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 been lifted by the tow truck Always secure the vehicle on each side with separate safety chains when towing it Mever use J hooks Use T hooks instead A vehicle can fall from a car carrier if it isn t adequately secured This can cause a collision serious personal injury and vehicle damage The vehicle should be tightly secured with chains ar steel cables before it is transported Don t use substitutes ropes leather straps canvas wehbing etc that can be cut by sharp edges underneath the towed vehicle Always use T hooks inserted in the T hook slots Never use J hooks They will damage drivetrain and suspension components Front Towing 5 10 Attach T hook chains on both
194. ng 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 momentary motor or clicking noise while this test is going on and you may even notice that your brake pedal moves 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 4 7 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 the rear wheels As you brake your computer keeps receiving updates on wheel speed and controls braking pressure accordingly 4 8 Remember Anti lock doesn t change the time you need to get your foot up to the brake pedal or always decrease stopping distance If you get too close to the vehicle in front of you you won t have time to apply your brakes if that vehicle suddenly slows or st
195. ng the UNLOCK button will also illuminate the interior lamps See Iluminated Entry in the index doors will lock when LOCK is pressed The trunk will unlock when the trunk button is pressed when the ignition 1s turned to OFF The trunk button will also work when the ignition is on but only while in PARK P 2 10 Instant Alarm When the button with the horn symbol on the remote keyless entry transmitter is pressed the horn will sound and the headlamps and taillamps will flash for up to two minutes This can be turned off by pressing the instant alarm again or by turning the ignition to ON Resynchronization If only the instant alarm button works the transmitter needs to be resynchronized to the receiver Do this by pressing and holding both the LOCK and UNLOCK buttons for about eight seconds you must be within range of the vehicle When the system has been resynchronized the horn will chirp and the exterior lamps will flash once The system should now operate properly Security Feedback This provides feedback to the driver when the vehicle receives a command from the remote keyless entry transmitter The following modes may be selected Mode Security Feedback No feedback when locking or unlocking vehicle No feedback when locking exterior lamps flash when unlocking vehicle Exterior lamps flash when locking no feedback when unlocking vehicle Exterior lamps flash when locking and when u
196. nk your vehicle NOTICE Your warranty does not cover parts or components that fail because of overloading If you put things inside your vehicle like suitcases tools packages or anything else they will go as fast as the vehicle goes If you have to stop or turn quickly or if there is a crash they ll keep going 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 32 Electronic Level Control If Equipped This feature keeps the rear of your vehicle level as the load changes It is automatic you do not need to adjust anything Towing a Trailer If you don t use the correct equipment and drive properly vou can lose control when vou pull trailer For example if the trailer is too heavy the brakes may not work well or even at all You and your passengers could be seriously injured Pull a trailer only if you have followed all the steps in this section Ask your Oldsmobile retailer for advice and information ab
197. nlocking vehicle Exterior lamps flash and horn chirps when locking no feedback when unlocking vehicle Exterior lamps flash and horn chirps when locking exterior lamps flash when unlocking Vehicles are delivered programmed in Mode 5 To change to another mode Press and hold the power door lock switch located on the driver s door Press the trunk button on the transmitter to enter the programming mode The transmitter will remain in its current mode Press the trunk button again Each time the trunk button is pressed the horn will chirp and the transmitter will advance to the next mode Release the power door lock switch on the driver s door Personalization Features The following list of features that are available on your Eighty Eight can be programmed to the driver s preference for each of the remote keyless entry transmitters Programmable Automatic Door Locks This feature programs your door locks to automatically lock or unlock when shifting in and out of PARK P Security Feedback This feature provides feedback to the driver when the vehicle receives a command from the remote keyless entry transmitter 2 11 Delayed Locking This feature lets the driver delay the actual locking of the vehicle When all doors have been closed the doors will lock automatically after five seconds For more detailed information and programming instructions refer to the Index for each individual feat
198. ns together Hold them down until shows on the display Next you will use the secret code number which you have written down Press MN and 000 will appear on the display 6 Press MN again to make the last two digits agree with your code Press to make the first one or two digits agree with your code 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 Press and this time the display will show SEC to let you know that your radio is secure Unlocking the Theft Deterrent Feature After a Power Loss Enter your secret code as follows pause no more than 15 seconds between steps 3 LOC appears when the ignition is on Press MN and 000 will appear on the display Press MN again to make the last rwo digits agree with your code Press HR to make the first one or two digits agree with your code 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 los
199. nt 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 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 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 A child in a rear facing child restraint can be seriously injured if the right front passenger s air bag inflates This is because the back of a rear facing child restraint would be very close to the inflating air bag Always secure a rear facing child restraint in the rear seat You may however secure a forward facing child restraint in the right front seat Before you secure a forward facing child restraint always move the front passenger seat as far back as it will go Or secure the child restraint in the rear seat Top Strap child in a child restraint in the center front seat can be badly injured
200. nto your trunk properly 3 Wing Bolt 4 Tire 5 Cover 6 Bolt 5 33 Compact Spare Tire Although the compact spare tire was fully inflated when your vehicle was new it can lose air after a time Check the inflation pressure regularly It should be 60 psi 420 kPa After installing the compact spare on your vehicle you should stop as soon as possible and make sure your spare tire is correctly inflated 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 5 34 NOTICE When the compact spare is installed don t take vour vehicle through an automatic vehicle 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 If You re Stuck In Sand Mu
201. nyone who has been 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 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 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 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 and e
202. o put the wheel cover on the compact spare tire It won t fit Store the wheel cover in the trunk until you have replaced the compact spare tire with a regular tire NOTICE Wheel covers won t fit on your compact spare If you try to put a wheel cover on your compact spare you could damage the cover or the spare 5 31 Storing the Flat Tire and Tools CAUTION Storing a jack a tire or other equipment in the passenger compartment of the vehicle could cause injury In a sudden stop or collision loose equipment could strike someone Store all these in the proper place After you ve put the compact spare tire on your vehicle you ll need to store the flat tire in your trunk Use the following procedure to secure the flat tire in the trunk Store the flat tire as far forward in the trunk as possible Store the jack and wheel wrench in their box in the trunk on the passenger s side agp T O Hg 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 later in this section See 1 Jack the storing instructions label to replace your compact 2 Wheel Wrench spare i
203. ome 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 4 33 Consider using sway control You can ask a hitch dealer about sway controls 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 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 1 000 165 450 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 al
204. ops 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 and let anti lock work for you You may feel the system working or you may notice some noise but this is normal Traction Control System If Equipped 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 and reduces engine power to limit wheel spin This light will come on when your traction control system is limiting wheel spin See Traction Control System Active Light in the Index TRACTION ACTIVE You may feel or hear the system working but this is normal If your vehicle is in cruise control when the traction control system begins to limit wheel spin the cruise control will automatically disengage When road conditions allow you to safely use it again you may re engage the cruise control See Cruise Control in the Index When the system is on this warning light will come on to let you know if there s a problem with your traction control system TRACTION OFF See Traction Control System Warning Light in the Index When this warning light is on the system will not limit wheel spin Adju
205. or cornering skid too much speed or steering in 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 If vou have the traction control system remember helps avoid only the acceleration skid If you do not have traction control or if the system is off then an acceleration skid is also best handled hy 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 steering 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 ma
206. or expansion if freezing occurs which could damage the tank if it is completely full Don t use radiator antifreeze in your windshield washer It can damage your washer system and paint Brakes Brake Fluid Your brake master cylinder reservoir 15 here It is filled with DOT 3 brake fluid There are only two reasons why the brake fluid level in the reservoir might go down The first is that the brake fluid goes down to an acceptable level during normal brake lining wear 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 15 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 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 1s done on the brake hydraulic system CAUTION 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 burned and vour vehicle could be damaged Add brake fluid only when work is done on the brake hydraulic system When your brake fluid falls to a low level your brake warning light will come on chime will sou
207. ords CAUTION or NOTICE Vehicle 5ymbols These are some of the symbols you may find on your vehicle For example These symbals These symbols These symbols These symbols Here are some these symbols are important have to do with are on some of are used on other symbols are used on an for vou and your lamps your controls warming and vou may see original battery your passengers indicator lights whenever your vhenev MASTER El WINDSHIELD canon A LIGHTING xe WIPER 7 POSSIBLE AN n SWITCH se ENGINE INJURY COOLANT 2 TEMP PROTECT uem i db WINDSHIELD SHIELDING CHARGING PARKING M SYSTEM i CAUSTI P LAMPS WINDSHIELD ACID COULD Ww SEAT p emm vies CAUSE BELTS HAZARD BURNS WARNING Zn FLASHER REAR COOLANT FA WINDOW SPARKS OR powen DEFOGGER OWER f DAYTIME waow RUNNING D ENGINE LAMPS PRESSURE SPARK OR FLAME Alu CLE D VENTILATING sg AIR BAG FOG LAMPS ANTELOCK js EXPLODE TeLOCK ans BATTERY NOTES vi Section 1 Seats and Restraint Systems Here you ll find information about the seats in your Oldsmobile and how to use your safety belts properly You can also learn about some things you should nor do with air bags and safety belts 1 2 1 4 1 9 1 10 1 10 1 17 1 18 1 18 1 24 Seats and Seat Controls Safety Belts They re for Everyone Here Are Questions Many People Ask About Safety
208. orrectly diagnosing any malfunction 2 65 NOTICE If you keep driving your vehicle with this light on after while your emission controls may not work as well vour fuel economy 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 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 e Light Flashing A misfire condition has been detected misfire increases vehicle emissions and may damage the emission control system on your vehicle Retailer or qualified service center diagnosis and service is required Light On Steady An emission control system malfunction has been detected on your vehicle Retailer or qualified service center diagnosis and service may be required 2 66 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 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
209. ot have a plug If the ignition key doesn t have a plug it will have a bar coded tag Each plug or tag has a code on it that tells your retailer or a qualified locksmith how to make extra keys Keep the plugs or key tag in a safe place If you lose your keys you ll be able to have new ones made easily using these plugs or tags If your ignition keys don t have plugs or tags go to your Oldsmobile retailer for the correct key code if you need a new ignition key NOTICE Your Oldsmobile 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 keys inside You may even have to damage your vehicle to get in So be sure you have extra keys 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 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 door key or Remote Lock Control transmitter if your vehicle has this option From the inside to lock the door
210. our CD it will be activated each time you play a CD 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 The road is too rough The disc should play when the road is smoother The disc is dirty scratched wet or upside down e 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 retailer If your radio displays an error number write it down and provide it to your retailer 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 will be automatically set whenever you play a compact disc 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 mov
211. our Oldsmobile is moving If you do you could damage the transaxle Shift to PARK P only when your vehicle is stopped 1 Without pushing the accelerator pedal tur 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 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 motor 2 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 2 19 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 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 retailer If you don t your engine might not perform
212. our vehicle The retailer can give you the best advice for that particular area Automatic Transaxle Operation PRN 3 21 C Cx Your automatic transaxle may have a shift lever located on the console between the seats or on the steering column There are several different positions for your shift lever 2 21 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 It is 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 in the Index If you re pulling a trailer see Towing a Trailer in the Index 2 22 Ensure the shift lever is fully in PARK P range before starting the engine Your Oldsmobile has a brake transaxle shift interlock You have to fully apply vour regular brakes before you can shift from PARK P when the ignition is on If you cannot shift out of PARK P ease pressure on the shift lever push the shift lever all the way into PARK P and also release the shift l
213. out 35 mph 56 km h push your accelerator pedal about halfway down Going about 35 mph 56 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 be wrong with a transaxle system sensor If you drive very far that way your vehicle can be damaged 5o if this happens have your vehicle serviced right away Until then you can use SECOND 2 when you are driving less than 35 mph 56 km h and AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE for higher speeds 2 23 THIRD 3 This position is also used for normal driving however it offers more power and lower fuel economy than AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE Here are some times you might choose THIRD 3 instead of AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE i When driving on hilly winding roads When towing a trailer so there is less shifting between gears When going down a steep hill 2 24 SECOND 2 This position gives you more power but lower fuel economy 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 5 miles 8 km or at speeds over 55 mph 88 km h or you can damage your transaxle Use AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE 27 or THIRD 3 as
214. out towing a trailer with your vehicle Pulling a trailer improperly can damage your vehicle and result in costly repairs not covered by your warranty To pull a trailer correctly follow the advice in this part and see your Oldsmobile retailer for important information about towing a trailer with your vehicle Your vehicle can tow a trailer if it is equipped with the proper trailer towing equipment To identify what the vehicle trailering capacity is for your vehicle you should read the information 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 If You Do Decide To Pull 4 Trailer If you do here are s
215. passenger seat but only with the seat moved all the way back See the earlier part about the top strap if the child restraint has one You ll be using the lap belt 160 Make the belt as long as possible by tilting the latch 5 Buckle the belt Make sure the release button is plate and pulling it along the belt positioned so you would able to unbuckle the Put the restraint on the seat Follow the instructions safety belt quickly if you ever had to for the child restraint 6 To tighten the belt pull its free end while you push Secure the child in the child restraint as the down on the child restraint instructions say Run the vehicle s safety belt through or around the restraint The child restraint instructions will show you how 1 38 7 Push and pull the child restraint in different Your vehicle has a right front passenger air bag Never directions to be sure it 1s secure If it isn t secure put a rear facing child restraint in this seat Here s why the restraint in a different place in the vehicle and contact the child restraint maker for their advice about how to attach the child restraint properly To remove the child restraint just unbuckle the vehicle s safety belt It will be ready to work for an adult or larger A child in a rear facing child restraint can be child passenger seriously injured if the right front passenger s Securing a Child Restraint in the Right CAR ME NNUS
216. pens follow these instructions to set the variance for your particular location 1 Find your location on the zone map Note your zone number Hold in the Cal switch bottom of the mirror housing for five seconds until the current zone entry number appears in the display To hold in the Cal switch insert a paper clip into the small hole on the bottom of the mirror housing 12 3 Repeatedlv press the Cal switch until the number for the new zone entry is displayed Once the desired zone number is displayed stop pressing the Cal switch and the display will show compass direction within a few seconds 2 49 Manual Remote Control Mirror The outside rearview murror should be adjusted so you can just see the side of your vehicle when you are sitting in a comfortable driving position Adjust the driver s side outside mirror with the control lever on the driver s door To adjust your passenger s side mirror sit in the driver s seat and have a passenger adjust the mirror for you 2 50 Power Remote Control Mirrors If Equipped 1 control lever on the driver s door controls both outside rearview mirrors T Turn the lever to the left to select the driver s side rearview mirror or to the right to select the passenger s side rearview mirror Then push the lever in the direction of the desired movement to adjust each mirror so that you can see the side of the vehicle when you are sittin
217. proaching 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 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 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 4 17 Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads and wet roads can mean driving trouble On a wet road you can t stop accelerate or turn as well because 4 18 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
218. 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 20 Engine Coolant Heater If Equipped In very cold weather 0 F 18 C or colder the engine coolant heater can help You ll get easier starting and better fuel economy during engine warm up Usually the coolant heater should be plugged in a minimum of four hours prior to starting your vehicle To Use the Coolant Heater 1 Turn off the engine 2 Open the hood and unwrap the electrical cord 3 Plug it into 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 Oldsmobile retailer in the area where you ll be parking y
219. quids 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 5 19 How to Add Coolant to the Radiator 2 Then keep turning the pressure cap but now push down as you turn it Remove the pressure cap 1 You can remove the radiator pressure cap when the cooling system including the radiator pressure cap and upper radiator hose is no longer hot Turn the pressure cap slowly counterclockwise until it first stops Don t press down while turning the Pressure If you hear a hiss wait for that to stop A hiss means there is still some pressure left 20 un 3 Fill the radiator with the proper DEX COOL 4 Then fill the coolant recovery tank to the FULL coolant mixture up to the base of the filler neck COLD mark 5 Putthe cap back on the coolant recovery tank but leave the radiator pressure cap off 6 Start the engine and let it run until you can feel the upper radiator hose getting hot Watch out for the engine fans w By this time the coolant level inside the radiator filler neck may be lower If the level is lower add more of the proper DEX COOL coolant mixture thro
220. r use the wheel wrench to remove the nut caps which screw onto the wheel nuts and hold the cover on the wheel Do not pry the cover off Note nut caps are captured in the cover and will not remove completely When re installing the full plastic wheel cover align the valve stem symbol which is molded in the back side of the cover with the valve stem Start replacing the nut cap by pushing it into the lug nut with the wheel wrench Tighten the plastic caps snugly using the wheel wrench then continue tightening one quarter of a turn Do not overtighten If you have an aluminum wheel with a center cover that conceals the wheel nuts the following directions will help 5 26 Insert the flat end of the wheel wrench into the notch and pry off the center cover Do not drop the cover or lay it face down as it could be scratched or damaged When replacing the cover after the wheel is put back on the vehicle do not use a hammer or mallet to install the cover If you have aluminum wheels with nut caps remove them with the wheel wrench When re installing the decorative nut caps on aluminum wheels tighten the caps snugly with the wheel wrench then continue tightening one quarter of a turn Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire Attach the wheel wrench to the jack and rotate the wrench clockwise to raise the jack head a few inches 3 Near each wheel well is a notch in the frame to put the jack head into
221. r 21 years of age If vou are under 21 and have difficulty renting a vehicle Oldsmobile will reimburse up to 30 day for documented transportation you receive Please consult your retailer for details For warranty repairs during the Complete Vehicle Coverage period in the New Vehicle Limited Warranty interim transportation may be available under the Courtesy Transportation Program Please consult your retailer for details The Roadside Assistance program is available only in the United States and Canada In Canada please consult your GM dealer for information on Courtesy Transportation GM Participation in an Alternative Dispute Resolution Program This program is available in all 50 states and the District of Columbia Canadian owners refer to vour Warranty and Owner Assistance Information booklet for information on the Canadian Motor Vehicle Arbitration Plan CAMVAP General Motors reserves the right to change eligibility limitations and or to discontinue its participation in this program Both Oldsmobile and your Oldsmobile retailer are committed to making sure you are completely satisfied with your new vehicle Our experience has shown that if a situation arises where you feel your concern has not been adequately addressed the Customer Satisfaction Procedure described earlier in this section is very successful There may be instances where an impartial third party can assist in arriving at a solution to a disagreement re
222. r 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 you signal a turn or a lane change if the arrows don t flash but just stay on a signal bulb may be burned out and other drivers won t see your turn signal If a bulb 15 burned out replace it to help avoid an accident If the arrows don t go on at all when you signal a turn check the fuse See Fuses and Circuit Breakers in the Index If you have added wiring for towing a trailer a different turn signal flasher may be used With this flasher installed the signal will flash even if a turn signal bulb is burned out Check the front and rear turn signal lamps regularly to make sure they are working Turn Signal On Chime If your turn signal is left on for more than 3 4 of a mile 1 2 km a chime will sound at each flash of the tum signal To turn off the chime move the turn signal lever to the off position Headlamp High Low Beam Changer To change the headlamps from low beam to high beam or high beams to low beam pull the turn signal lever toward vou Then release it When the high beams are on this light on the instrument panel will also be on Flash To Pass Feature This feature lets you use your high beam headlamps to signal a driver in front of you that you want to pass It works even if your headlamps are off To use it pull the turn signal lever towa
223. rd you a little but not so far that you hear a click If your headlamps are off or on low beam your high beam headlamps will tum on They ll stay on as long as you hold the lever toward you and the high beam indicator on the dash will come on Release the lever to turn the high beam headlamps off 2 35 Windshield Wipers The windshield wipers are controlled by turning the band marked WIPER For a single wiping cycle turn the band to MIST Hold it there until the wipers start then let go The wipers will stop after one cycle If you want more cycles hold the hand on MIST longer For steady wiping at low speed turn the band away from you to the LO position For high speed wiping turn the band further to HI To stop the wipers move the band to OFF The wiper speed may be set for a long or short delay between wipes This can be very useful in light rain or snow Turn the band to choose the delay time The closer to LO the shorter the delay Heavy snow or ice can overload your wiper motor circuit breaker will stop the motor until it cools Clear away snow or ice to prevent an overload Keep in mind that damaged wiper blades may prevent you from seeing well enough to drive safely To avoid damage be sure to clear ice and snow from the wiper blades before using them If your blades do become damaged get new blades or blade inserts Windshield Washer At the top of the turn signal multifunction lever there is
224. rdingly The light will stay on for a few seconds after the traction control system stops limiting wheel spin Engine Coolant Temperature Gage and Light This gage shows the engine coolant temperature If the gage pointer moves into the red warning zone and the HOT warning light on your instrument cluster goes on your engine 13 too hot It means your engine coolant has overheated warning chime may also sound If you have been operating vour vehicle under normal driving conditions you should pull off the road stop your vehicle and turn off the engine as soon as possible In the section Problems on the Road this manual explains what to do See Engine Overheating in the Index Malfunction Indicator Lamp Check Engine Light Your Oldsmobile is equipped with a computer which monitors operation of the fuel ignition and emission control systems CHECK 7 This system 15 called OBD II On Board Diagnostics Second Generation and 15 intended to assure that emissions are at acceptable levels for the life of the vehicle helping to produce a cleaner environment In Canada II is replaced by Enhanced Diagnostics The CHECK ENGINE light comes on to indicate that there is a problem and service is required Malfunctions often will be indicated by the system before any problem 1s apparent This may prevent more serious damage to your vehicle This system is also designed to assist your service technician in c
225. re going Get a city map and plan your trip into an unknown part of the city just as you would 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 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 light 4 21 Freeway Driving Mile for mile freeways also called thruways parkways expressways turnpikes or superhighways are the safest of all roads But they have their own special rules 4 22 The most important advice on freeway driving is Keep up with traffic and keep to the right Drive at the same speed most of the other drivers are driving Too fast or too slow driving breaks a smooth traffic flow Treat the left lane on a freeway as a passing lane At the entrance there is usually a ramp that leads to the freeway If vou 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
226. re pushing on the brake pedal firmly 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 vour vehicle serviced 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 See Caliper Knuckle Maintenance Inspection in Section 7 of this manual under Part C Periodic Maintenance Inspections 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 Your rear drum brakes don t have wear indicators but if you ever hear a rear brake rubbing noise have the rear brake linings inspected Also the rear hrake drums should be removed and inspected each time the tires are removed for rotation or changing When you have the front brakes replaced have the rear brakes inspected too 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 8 6 29 Brake Pedal Travel Sec your retailer if the brake pedal does not return to normal height or if there 15 a rapid increase i
227. rect amperage Replace it soon as you There are two fuse blocks in your vehicle the driver s side and passenger s side fuse blocks Driver s Side Fuse Block The driver s side fuse block is to the left of the steering wheel under the instrument panel Snap off the cover to reveal the fuses You ll find a fuse puller clipped to the inside of the cover Place the wide end of the fuse puller over the plastic end of the fuse Squeeze the ends over the fuse and pull it out Spare fuses are located in the slots labeled Spare on the following chart When finished replace the cover by snapping it back up into place Fuse Usage 1 Circuit Breaker 2 Not Used 3 Power Seats 4 Not Used 3 Not Used PASS Key 1000000001 2 m 4A Not Used B 5 Ignition Run Automatic A C Control Cruise Control i Courtesy Lamps Power Mirrors TA Not Used 000000000 amp Cigar Lighter D Turn Signal Back Up Lamps Brake Transaxle Shift Interlock 2B Spare 3B Not Used 00000000 2 6 56 Fuse 5B 6B 7B 8B 9B 2C 3C 4C 5C 6C 7C 8c 9 ID 2D 3D 4D 5D Usage Anti Lock Brake System Electronic Level Control Brake and Hazard Lamps Not Used Interior Lighting Electronic Level Control Air Bag System Spare Not Used Not Used Cooling Fans Transaxle Parking Lamps Not Used Not Used Battery
228. res 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 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 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 traction control keep the system on It will improve your ability to accelerate when driving on a slippery road Even though your vehicle has a traction control system you ll want to slow down and adjust your driving to the road conditions See Traction Control System in the Index If you don t have the 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 4 27 Your anti lock brakes improve your vehicle s stability when you make a hard stop on a slippery road ven 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 e Allow greater following distance on any slippery road e Watch for slippery spots The road might be fi
229. ress to remove the tape and start over While the tape is playing use the VOL FADE BAL TREB BASS and TONE controls just as you do for the radio 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 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 end down and try to turn the right hub counterclockwise with pencil Turn 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 The tape is broken Try a new tape If any error occurs repeatedly or if an error can t be corrected please contact your retailer If vour radio displays an error number write it down and provide it to your retailer 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 3 13 FWD 2 Press t
230. ring 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 cause heat build up in the floor pan or could let exhaust fumes into the vehicle See Engine Exhaust in the Index Radiator and Heater Hose Inspection Inspect the hoses and have them replaced if they are cracked swollen or deteriorated Inspect all pipes fittings and clamps replace as needed Throttle Linkage Inspection Inspect the throttle linkage for interference or binding and for damage or missing parts Replace parts as needed Replace any cables that have high effort or excessive wear Do not lubricate accelerator and cruise control cables 7 43 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 Also inspect drum brak
231. riodic Maintenance Inspections in Part C of this schedule Long Trip Highway Maintenance Schedule 7 500 Miles 12 500 km C Change engine oil and filter or every 12 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service See footnote Lubricate chassis components or every 12 months whichever occurs first See footnote Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote UU DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED SERVICED BY 15 000 Miles 25 000 km CI Change engine oil and filter or every 12 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service See footnote Lubricate chassis components or every 12 months whichever occurs first See footnote 8 LI Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote Also see footnote Long Trip Highway Maintenance Schedule 22 500 Miles 37 500 km CI Change engine oil and filter or every 12 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service See footnote Lubricate chassis components or every 12 months whichever occurs first See footnote 3t Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SE
232. rior courtesy lamps 2 43 Time Out Feature The interior lamps will automatically shut off after 10 minutes 1f a door is left open This feature is designed to help eliminate battery wear down Courtesy Lamps When any door is opened several lamps go on They make it easy for you to enter and leave the car To tum on these lamps rotate the INTERIOR control dial all the way to the right Delayed Illumination When you open the door the interior lamps will come on When you close the door with the ignition off the interior lamps will stay on for 25 seconds or until the ignition is turned to an on position Please note that locking the doors will override the delayed illumination feature and the lights will turn off right away 2 44 Theater Dimming This feature allows for a three to five second fade out of the courtesy lamps instead of immediate turn aff Exit Lighting With this feature the interior lamps will come on for 25 seconds after vou remove the key from the ignition This will give you time to find the door pull handle or lock switches If your vehicle is equipped with the optional Remote Lock Control the exit lighting feature will activate only when Retained Accessory Power is active Illuminated Entry System If Equipped When you lift the handle of etther front door or press the UNLOCK button on the optional Remote Lock Control transmitter lamps inside your vehicle will turn on These lamps wil
233. ront of you is going to brake or turn suddenly 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 Aitentiveness 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 some 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 L S state to drink alcohol There are good medical psychological and developmental reasons for these laws The obvious way to solve this 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 1s drinking depends upon four things The amount of alcohol consumed e T
234. rt in crash For pregnant women as for anyone the key to making safety belts effective is wearing them properly Right Front Passenger Position The right front passenger s safety belt works the same way as the driver s safety belt See Driver Position earlier in this section When the lap portion of the belt is pulled out all the way it will lock If it does let it go back all the way and start again If your vehicle has a center passenger position be sure to use the correct buckle when buckling your lap shoulder belt If you find that the latch plate will not go fully into the buckle see if you are using the buckle for the center passenger position Supplemental Restraint System SRS This part explains the Supplemental Restraint Systern SRS or air bag system Your Oldsmobile has two air bags one air bag for the driver and another air bag for the right front passenger 1 18 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 crash helps reduce your chance of hitting things inside the vehicle or being ejected from it Air bags are supplemental restraints to the safety belts All air bags are designed to work with safety belis but don t replace them Air bags are designed to work only in moderate to severe crashes where the front of
235. rvice If you do not use your vehicle under any of these conditions the fluid and filter do not require changing See Scheduled Maintenance Services in the Index How to Check To get the right reading the fluid should be at normal operating temperature which is 180 to 200 F Because this operation can be a little difficult vou may 9 OVO choose to have this done at your Oldsmobile retail facility Service Department Get the vehicle warmed up by driving about 15 miles Ten AUN 24 km when outside temperatures are above 50 F If you do it yourself be sure to follow all the instructions 10 C If it s colder than 50 F 10 C you may here or you could get a false reading on the dipstick NOTICE Too much or too little fluid can damage your have to drive longer Checking the Fluid Level Park your vehicle on a level place Keep the engine running transaxle Too much can mean that some of the e With the parking brake applied place the shift lever fluid could come out and fall on hot engine parts in PARK P or exhaust system parts starting a fire Be sure to With your foot on the brake pedal move the shift get an accurate reading if you check your lever through each gear range pausing for about transaxle fluid three seconds in each range Then position the shift lever in PARK P Wait at least 30 minutes before checking the transaxle Let the engine run at idle for three to five minutes
236. s 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 ta 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 4 13 4 14 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 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 Check your mirrors glance over your shoulder and start your left lane change sig
237. s or every 12 months whichever occurs first See footnote C Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote ACTUAL MILEAGE 100 000 Miles 166 000 km O Inspect spark plug wires An Emission Control Service Replace spark plugs An Emission Conirol Service CI Change automatic transaxle fluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90 F 32 C or higher Continued 7 37 Long Trip Highway Maintenance Schedule 100 000 Miles 166 000 km Continued l 50 000 Miles 240 000 km hilly or mountainous terrain Drain flush and refill cooling system When doing frequent trailer towing or every 60 months since last service whichever occurs first See Engine Coolant in the Index for what to use Inspect hoses Clean radiator condenser pressure cap and neck Pressure test the cooling system and pressure cap An Emission Contral Service Uses such as found in taxi police or delivery service If you do not use your vehicle under any of these conditions the fluid and filter do not require changing ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY Part B Owner Checks and Services Listed below are owner checks and services which should
238. s on when you re driving there 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 The traction control system warning light may come for the following reasons If you turn the system off by pressing the button located to the right of the steering column the warning light will come on and stay on To turn the system back on press the button again The warning light should go off See Traction Control System in the Index for more information If there 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 hegin 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 tum 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 2 64 Traction Control System Active Light When your traction control system 13 limiting wheel spin this light will come on Slippery road conditions TRACTION may exist if the traction control system active light ACTIVE comes on so adjust your driving acco
239. s setting directs most air through the lower outlets Some airflow will be directed to the windshield and side window outlets DEFOdG This setting directs air to the windshield side window and lower outlets DEFROST This setting directs most of the air toward the windshield and some air toward the side window outlets A C Press this button to turn the air conditioning on and off The system will cool and dehumidify the air inside the vehicle The indicator light will come on to show that A C is active The light will always be on in AUTO mode The air conditioning compressor will only come on when the system needs it Fan Knob The center knob is the fan knob and selects the force of air you want Turn the knob clockwise to increase fan speed and counterclockwise to decrease fan speed The fan will always run unless the mode knob is turned to OFF Temperature Knob The right knob regulates the temperature of the air coming through the system Turn it toward the blue area for cooler air Turn it toward the red area for warmer air Air Conditioning On hot days open the windows long enough to let hot inside air escape This reduces the time it takes for your vehicle to cool down and also reduces the time the air conditioner s compressor will have to run which should help fuel economy Then keep your windows closed for the air conditioner to work its best For a quick cool down on very hot days use the RECIRC sett
240. s to explode 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 Delco 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 Check that the jumper cables don t have loose or missing insulation If they do you could get a shock The vehicles could be damaged too Before you connect the cahles here are some basic things you should know Positive 4 will go to positive and negative will go to negative or a metal engine part Don t connect positive 4 to negative or you li get a short that would damage the battery and maybe other parts too care of that first If you don t explosive gas could be present Fans or other moving engine parts can injure you badly Keep your hands away from moving parts once the engine is running 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 Don t let the other end touch metal Connect it to the positive terminal of the good battery Use a remote positive terminal if the vehicle has one n h ea SPU li PLA Now connect the black negative cable to the
241. se from the throttle body pull back the entire rear portion of the air cleaner by pulling upward and rearward 4 Replace the air filter 5 Reinstall the rear section of the air cleaner 6 Reattach the air intake hose hy fitting it back onto the throttle body Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine when to replace the air filter See Scheduled Maintenance Services in the Index 6 17 Operating the engine with the air cleaner off can cause vou 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 Don t drive with it off and be careful working on the engine with the air cleaner off NOTICE If the air cleaner 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 in place when you re driving 6 18 Automatic Transaxle Fluid When to Check and Change 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 Inheavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90 F 32 C or higher e In hilly or mountainous terrain e When doing frequent trailer towing Uses such as found in taxi police or delivery se
242. 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 3 10 SCAN will appear on the display and the tape direction arrow will blink while scanning 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 retum 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 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 If vou leave a cassette tape in the player while listening to the radio it may become warm 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 plaver press and hold EJECT for
243. so depend on any special equipment that you have on your vehicle You can ask your retailer for our trailering information or advice or you can write us at Oldsmobile Customer Assistance Network Box 30095 Lansing MI 48909 In Canada write to General Motors of Canada Limited Customer Communication Centre 1908 Calonel Sam Drive Oshawa Ontario LIH Weight of the Trailer Tongue The tongue load of any trailer is an important weight to measure because it affects the total capacity weight of your vehicle The capacity weight 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 vou will tow a trailer you must subtract the tongue load from your vehicle s capacity weight 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 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 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 Total Weight on Your Vehicle s Tires
244. ssories and to display some instrument panel warning lights START E This position starts the engine When the engine starts release the key The ignition switch will return to RUN for normal driving Note that even if the engine is not running the positions ACCESSORY and RUN are on positions that allow you to operate your electrical accessories such as the radio 2 18 NOTICE If your key seems stuck in LOCK and you can t turn it be sure you are using the correct kev if 50 is it all the way in If it is then turn the steering wheel left and right while you turn the key hard But 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 Key Reminder Warning If you leave your key in the ignition in the OFF position you will hear a warning tane when you open the driver s door Retained Accessory Power If Equipped If you have this option after you turn your ignition to OFF and even remove the key you will still have electrical power to such accessories as the radio and power windows for up to 10 minutes But if you open a door power is turned off Starting Your Engine Move your shift lever to PARK P or NEUTRAL Your engine won t start any other position that s safety feature To restart when you re already moving use NEUTRAL only NOTICE Don t try to shift to PARK P if y
245. st crashes are in between In many of them ride in any area of your vehicle that is not people who buckle up can survive and sometimes walk equipped with seats and safety belts Be sure away Without belts they could have been badly hurt everyone in your vehicle is in a seat and using a or Killed safety belt properly After more than 25 years of safety belts in vehicles the facts are clear In most crashes buckling up does matter lot Your vehicle has a light that comes as a reminder to buckle up See Safety Belt Reminder Light in the Index Why Safety Belts Work When you ride in or on anything you go as fast as it goes Put someone on it Take the simplest vehicle Suppose it s just a seat on wheels Get it up to speed Then stop the vehicle The rider doesn t stop The person keeps going until stopped by something n a real vehicle it could be the windshield 1 7 or the instrument panel or 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 Won t I be trapped in the vehicle after an accident if l m wearing a safety belt You could be whether you re wearing a safety belt or not But you can unbuckle a sa
246. st 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 4 10 To turn the system off press the T C button located to the right of the steering wheel The traction control system warning light will come on and stay on If the system is limiting wheel spin when you press the button the warning light will come on but the system won t turn off right away It will wait until there s no longer a current need to limit wheel spin You can tum the system back on at any time by pressing the button again The traction control system warning light should go off Braking in Emergencies With anti lock you can steer and brake at the same time In many emergencies steering can help you more than even the very best braking Steering Power Steering If you lose power steering assist because the engine stops or the system 1s not functioning you can steer but it will take much more effort Steering Tips Driving on Curves It s important to take curves at a reasonable speed A lot of the driver lost control accidents mentioned on the news happen on curves Here s why
247. stop or crash Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster To move it down squeeze the release handle and move the height adjuster to the desired position You can move the adjuster up just by pushing up on the bottom of the release handle After you move the adjuster to where you want it try to move it down without squeezing the release handle to make sure it has locked into position Before you begin to drive move the shoulder belt adjuster to the height that is right for you 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 12 What s wrong with this You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt is too loose In a crash vou would move forward too much which could increase injury The shoulder belt should fit against your body The shoulder belt is too loose It won t give nearly as much protection this way What s wrong with this The belt is buckled in the wrong place 1 14 You can 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 What s wrong with this You can be seriously injured if you wear the should
248. t 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 A B C The traction grades from highest to lowest are A and and they 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 15 based on braking straightahead traction tests and does not include cornering turning traction Temperature B C The
249. take their toll over a period of years You can help to keep the paint finish looking new keeping your Oldsmobile garaged or covered whenever possible 6 49 Cleaning Aluminum or Chrome 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 abrasive cleaning brushes on them because you could damage the surface You may use chrome polish on chrome wheels but avoid any painted surface of the wheel and buff off immediately after application 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 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 Sheet Metal Damage If your vehicle 15 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
250. ted 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 Oldsmobile retailer if any of these conditions exist Your retailer 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 Oldsmobile model 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 or tire chain clearance to the body and chassis See Changing a Flat Tire in the Index for more information Used Replacement Wheels Putting a used wheel on your vehicle is dangerous You can
251. terfere with each other AM can pick up noise from things like storms and power lines Try reducing the treble to reduce this noise 1f you ever get it Hearing damage from loud noise is almost undetectable NOTICE until it is too late Your hearing can adapt to higher volumes of sound Sound that seems normal can be loud Before you add any sound equipment to your and harmful to your hearing Take precautions by vehicle like a tape player CB radio mobile adjusting the volume control on your radio to a safe telephone or two way radio be sure you can add sound level before your hearing adapts to it what you want If you can it s very important to To help avoid hearing loss or damage do it properly Added sound equipment may interfere with the operation of your vehicle s e Adjust the volume control to the lowest setting engine Delco radio or other systems and even Increase volume slowly until you hear comfortably damage them Your vehicle s systems may and clearly interfere with the operation of sound equipment that has been added improperly So before adding sound equipment check with vour retailer and be sure to check Federal rules covering mobile radio and telephone units 3 19 Care of Your Cassette Tape Player tape player that is not cleaned regularly can cause reduced sound quality ruined cassettes or a damaged mechanism Cassette tapes should be stored in their cases away from contaminants dir
252. the key Wait about three minutes and try again If the starter still won t work and the key appears to be clean and dry wait about three minutes and try another ignition key At this time you may also want to check the fuse see Fuses and Circuit Breakers in the Index the starter won t work with the other key your vehicle needs service If your vehicle does start the first ignition key may be faulty See your Oldsmobile retailer or a locksmith who can service the PASS Key II If you accidentally use a key that has a damaged or missing resistor pellet the starter won t work and the SECURITY light will flash But you don t have to wail three minutes before trying another ignition key See your Oldsmobile retailer or a locksmith who can service the PASS Key II to have a new key made If you re ever driving and the SECURITY light comes on and remains on you will be able to restart your engine if you turn it off Your PASS Key II system however is not working properly and must be serviced by your Oldsmobile retailer Your vehicle is not protected by the PASS Key II system If you lose damage a PASS Key II ignition key see your Oldsmobile retailer or a locksmith who can service PASS Key II to have a new key made New Vehicle Break In Your modern Oldsmobile 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
253. then release the button and the accelerator pedal You ll now cruise at the higher speed Or e Move the cruise switch from ON to Hold it there until you get up to the speed you want and then release the switch To increase your speed in very small amounts move the switch to R A for less than half a second and then release Each time you do this your vehicle will go about mph 1 6 km h faster The accelerate feature will only work after you have set the cruise control speed by pushing the SET button Reducing Speed While Using Cruise Control There are two ways to reduce your speed while using cruise control e Pushin the button at the end of the lever until you reach the lower speed you want then release it Or To slow down in very small amounts push the button for less than half a second Each time you do this you ll go 1 mph 1 6 km h slower 2 39 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 control 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 lower gear to keep your speed down Of course applyin
254. tically disengage See Traction Control System in the Index When road conditions allow you to safely use it again you may turn the cruise control back on Setting Cruise Control If you leave your cruise control switch on when you re not using cruise vou 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 Move the cruise control switch to ON 2 Get up to the speed you want 3 Push in the SET button at the end of the lever and release it 4 Take your foot off the accelerator pedal Resuming 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 you can move the cruise M control switch from ON to A resume accelerate for about half a second You ll go right back up to your chosen speed and stay there Remember that if you hold the switch at R A longer than half a second the vehicle will keep going faster until you release the switch or apply the brake So unless you want to go faster don t hold the switch at R A 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 Push the button at the end of the lever
255. tigua and the British Virgin Islands 1 800 534 0122 e Inall other Caribbean countries 809 763 1315 In other overseas locations call GM International Product Center in Canada at 905 644 4112 For prompt assistance please have the following information available to give the Customer Assistance Representative Your name address home and business telephone numbers 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 Retail facility name and location Vehicle delivery date and present mileage Nature of concern We encourage you to call us so we can give your inquiry prompt attention However if you wish to write Oldsmobile address your inquiry to Customer Assistance Representative Oldsmobile Central Office 920 Townsend Street P O Box 30095 Lansing MI 48909 Canada write to General Motors of Canada Limited Customer Communication Centre 163 005 1908 Colonel 5am Drive Oshawa Ontario LIH 8P7 8 4 Refer to your Warranty and Owner Assistance Information booklet for addresses of GM Overseas offices When contacting Oldsmobile please remember that your concern will likely be resolved in the retail facility using the retailer s facilities equipment and personnel That is why we suggest you follow Step One first if you have a concern Customer Assistance for
256. tire dispute resolution procedure should ordinarily take about 40 days from the time you file a claim until a decision is made Some state laws may require you to use this program before filing a claim with a state run arbitration program or in the courts For further information contact the BBB at 1 800 955 5100 or the Oldsmobile Customer Assistance Network at 1 800 442 6537 Warranty Information Your vehicle comes with a separate warranty booklet that contains detailed warranty information 8 8 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 Tratfic 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 retailer or General Motors To contact NHTSA you may either call the Auto Safety Hotline toll free at 1 800 424 0393 or 366 0123 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 REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS TO THE CANADIAN GOVERNMENT If you live in
257. ture can be turned on or off for each remote transmitter To turn the feature on 1 Press and hold the power door lock switch throughout this procedure All the doors will lock 2 Press the UNLOCE button on the remote transmitter The lock delay is still off and all doors will remain locked 3 Press the UNLOCK button on the remote transmitter again Lock delay is now active and all doors will unlock 4 Release the power door lock switch If your vehicle is not equipped with the Remote Lock Control use the following procedure to turn the feature on 1 With the ignition on press and hold the power door lock switch All doors will lock Toggle the headlamps switch four times off to on is one toggle The doors will unlock to confirm that the feature is now on 3 Release the power door lock switch To turn the feature off repeat the previous procedures Rear Door Security Lock Your Oldsmobile 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 Move the lever all the way up to the ENGAGED position 2 Close the door 3 Do the same thing to the other rear door lock 2 7 The rear doors of your vehicle cannot be opened from the inside when this feature is in use If you want to open a rear door when the security lock is on 1 Unlock the door 2 Then open the door from the outsi
258. turn change lanes or stop When towing a trailer the green 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 Your vehicle may have bulb warning messages When you plug a trailer lighting system into your vehicle s lighting system its bulb warning messages may not let you know if one of your lamps goes out So when you have a trailer lighting system plugged in be sure to check your vehicle and trailer lamps from time to time be sure they re all working Once you disconnect the trailer lamps the bulb warning messages again can tell you if one of your vehicle lamps is out 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 vour brakes so much that they would get hot and no longer work well Parking on Hills You really should not park vour vehicle with a trailer attached on a hill If something goes wrong your rig could start to move People can be injured and both your vehicle and the trailer can be damaged But if you ever have to park your rig on a hill here s how to do it 1 Apply your regular brakes but don t shift inta PARK P yet 2 Have someone place chocks under the trailer wheels 3
259. ugh the filler neck until the level reaches the base of the filler neck Then replace pressure cap At any time during this procedure if coolant begins to flow out of the filler neck reinstall the pressure cap Be sure the arrows on the pressure cap line up like this If a Tire Goes Flat Changing a Flat Tire It s unusual for a tire to blow out while you re driving If a tire goes flat avoid further tire and wheel damage especially if you maintain your tires properly If air goes by driving slowly to a level place Turn on your hazard out of a tire it s much more likely to leak out slowly warning flashers But if you should ever have a blowout here are a few tips about what to expect and what to do If a front tire fails the flat tire will create a drag that pulls the vehicle toward that side Take your foot off the accelerator pedal and grip the steering wheel firmly Changing a tire can cause an injury The vehicle Steer to maintain lane position and then gently brake to can slip off the jack and roll over you or other a stop well out of the traffic lane people You and they could be badly injured A rear blowout particularly on curve acts much like Find a level place to change your tire To help skid and may require the same correction you d use in prevent the vehicle from moving skid In any rear blowout remove your foot from the 1 Set the parking brake firmly accelerator pe
260. ure listed Matching Transmitter s To Your Vehicle Each remote keyless entry transmitter is coded to prevent another transmitter from unlocking your vehicle transmitter 15 lost or stolen a replacement can be purchased through your retailer Remember to bring any remaining transmitters with you when you go to your retailer When the retailer matches the replacement transmitter to your vehicle any remaining transmitters must also be matched Once your retailer has coded the new transmitter the lost transmitter will not unlock your vehicle Each vehicle can have only four transmitters matched to it See your retailer to match transmitters to another vehicle 2 12 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 For battery replacement use one Duracell battery type DL 2032 or a similar type To replace the battery Trunk 1 Insert a coin into the notch near the keyring Turn the coin counterclockwise to separate the two halves of the transmitter Remote Trunk Release If Equipped Press the release button located to the left of the steering column to release the trunk lid The remote trunk release lockout switch must be i
261. 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 Oldsmobile Use a vacuum cleaner often to get rid of dust and loose dirt Wipe vinyl or leather with a clean damp cloth Your Oldsmobile retailer has two cleaners a solvent type spot lifter and a foam type powdered cleaner They will clean normal spots and stains very well Do not use them on vinyl or leather Here are some cleaning tips Always read the instructions on the cleaner label Clean up stains as soon as you can before they set LS BR Use a clean cloth or sponge and change to a clean area often A soft hrush may he used if stains are stubborn Use solvent type cleaners in well ventilated area only If you use them don t saturate the stained area If a ring forms after spot cleaning clean the entire area immediately or it will set Using Foam Type Cleaner on Fabric Vacuum and brush the area to remove any loose dirt Always clean a whole trim panel or section Mask surrounding trim along stitch or welt lines Mix Multi Purpose Powdered Cleaner following the directions on the container label Use suds only and apply with a clean sponge Don t saturate the material and don t rub it roughly As soon as you ve cleaned the section use a sponge to remove the suds Rinse the section with a clean wet sponge
262. ush these knobs back into their stored positions when you re not using them TONE This feature allows vou 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 retum to the BASS and TREB knobs Also if you use the BASS and TREB knobs control will return to them and MANUAL will appear Adjusting the Speakers BAL Press this knob lightly so it extends Tum 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 halances the sound between the speakers Push these knobs back into their stored positions when you re not using them Playing a Cassette Tape Your tape player is built ta work best with tapes that are 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 be inserted and will begin playing If you hear nothing but garbled sound the tape may not be in squarely P
263. ut an oil change The system won t detect dust in the oil So if vou drive in a dusty area be sure to change your oil every 3 000 miles 5 000 km or sooner if the CHANGE OIL light comes on Remember to reset the Oil Life Monitor when the oil h s been changed For more information see Engine Oil Life Monitor in the Index good time to check your brakes is during tire rotation See Brake System Inspection under Periodic Maintenance Inspection in Part of this schedule If you drive in a highly corrosive environment your brake calipers may require additional inspection and service at every other tire rotation See Caliper Knuckle Maintenance Inspection under Periodic Maintenance Inspections Part C of this schedule 717 3 000 Miles 5 000 km 6 000 Miles 10 000 km Change engine oil and filter or every C Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service See footnote An Emission Control Service See footnote Lubricate chassis components or every 6 months whichever occurs first See footnote 3 Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote SERVICED BY ACTUAL ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY 7 8 _ Short Trip City
264. ut be careful not to spill it 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 Turning the radiator pressure cap when the 5 engine and radiator are hot can allow steam and Radiator Pressure Cap 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 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 6 24 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 preset temperature Power Steering Fluid The power steering fluid reservoir is located on the rear passenger side of the engine compartment When to Check Power Steering Fluid It is not necessary to regularly check power steering fluid unless you suspect there is a leak in the system or you hear an unusual noise A fluid loss in this system could indicate a problem Have the system inspected and repaired
265. vent the driver from seeing or from being able to steer the vehicle nor does it stop people from leaving the vehicle 1 22 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 Airbags 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 new system will include air bag modules and possibly other parts The service manual for your vehicle covers the need to replace 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 arc 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 S
266. verheats due to heavy snow etc the wiper will stop until the motor cools If the overload is caused by some electrical problem be sure to 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 or goes away 6 54 Maxifuses Relay Center To check the fuses in this underhood fuse center tum the two knobs one quarter of a tum counterclockwise and loosen the metal wing nut on the passenger s side of the cover Then remove the cover The inside of the cover has a chart that explains the features and controls controlled by each fuse and relay 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 This greatly reduces the chance of damage caused by electrical problems Look at the silver colored band inside the fuse 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 If you ever have a problem on the road and don t have a spare fuse you can borrow one that has the same amperage Just pick some feature of your vehicle that you can get along without like the radio or cigarette lighter and use its fuse 1f it is the cor
267. w Lock Press the right side of the WINDOW LOCK switch to disable all passenger window switches The driver s window controls will still be operable This is a useful feature when you have children as passengers Press the left side of the WINDOW LOCK switch to allow passengers to use their window switches again Horn Nearly the entire surface of the center pad of the steering wheel is an active horn switch Press anywhere on the pad to sound the horn Tilt Wheel A tilt steering wheel allows you to adjust the steering wheel before you drive You can also raise it to the highest level to give your legs more room when you exit and enter the vehicle To tilt the wheel hold the steering wheel and pull the lever Move the steering wheel to comfortable level then release the lever to lock the wheel in place Turn Signal Multifunction Lever Turn Signal and Lane Change Signals Headlamp High Low Beam Changer Flash to Pass Windshield Wipers Windshield Washer Cruise Control 2 34 Turn and Lane Change Signals The turn signal has two upward for right and two downward for left positions These positions allow you to signal a turn or a lane change To signal a turn move the lever all the way up or down When the is finished the lever will return automatically arrow on the instrument panel will flash in the direction of the turn or lane change To signal a lane change just raise o
268. when you leave your vehicle See Twilight Sentinel later in this section to learn how to operate this feature As with any vehicle you should turn on the regular headlamp system when you need it 2 42 Twilight Sentinel Push in the headlamp switch to tum your headlamps off Turn the twilight sentinel switch clockwise from OFF ger TWILIGHT INTERIOR At night you can turn off all exterior lamps when you are in PARK P moving the twilight sentinel control all the way to OFF If it was on OFF move the control to the right to turn it on then back to OFF The lamps will come back on when you put the transaxle in gear Twilight sentinel will keep your headlamps on for up to three minutes to light way when you leave your vehicle To operate twilight sentinel turn the control to MAX for the three minute delay Turn it the other way to reduce the delay Turn the control to OFF to turn twilight sentinel off Also it s possible that your headlamps may go out if you drive from a dark area into a bright area like lighted parking lot If this happens turn on your headlamps with the regular headlamp switch Interior Lamps Instrument Panel Intensity Control You can brighten or dim your instrument cluster radio climate control and interior lamps by rotating the INTERIOR control dial when vour lamps are on Rotate the control dial all the way to the right and you will turn on the inte
269. wing Unusual wear Bad handling Rough ride Needless damage from road hazards When to Check Check your tires once a month or more Don t forget your compact spare tire It should be at 60 psi 420 kPa How to Check Use a good quality pocket type gage to check tire pressure You can t tell if your tires are properly inflated simply by looking at them 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 10000 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 15 the most important See Scheduled 6 37 Maintenance Services in the Index for scheduled rotation intervals Rust or dirt on wheel or on the parts to which it is fastened can make 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 places where the wheel attaches to the vehicle In an emergency you can use a cloth or
270. y Transportation 8 9 Ordering Service and Owner Publications 8 7 GM Participation in an Alternative Dispute in Canada Resolution Program Customer Satisfaction Procedure Oldsmobile retailers have the facilities trained technicians and up to date information to promptly address any concerns you may have However if a concern has not been resolved to your complete satisfaction take the following steps STEP ONE Discuss your concern with a member of retail facility management 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 retail facility or the General Manager STEP TWO If after contacting a member of retail facility management it appears your concern cannot be resolved by the retail facility without further help contact the Oldsmobile Customer Assistance Network by calling 1 800 442 6537 In Canada contact GM of Canada Customer Communication Centre in Oshawa by calling 1 800 263 3777 English or 1 800 263 7854 French For help outside of the United States and Canada call the following numbers as appropriate In Mexico 525 625 3256 In Puerto Rico 1 800 496 9992 English or 1 800 496 9993 Spanish In the U S Virgin Islands 1 800 496 9994 Inthe Dominican Republic 1 800 751 4135 English or 1 800 751 4136 Spanish In the Bahamas 1 800 389 0009 In Bermuda Barbados An
271. yesight 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 Anti Lock Brakes Your vehicle has anti lock brakes ABS ABS is an advanced electronic braki
272. 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 retailer to learn how to prepare your vehicle for longer storage periods Also for your audio system see Thett Deterrent Feature in the Index Bulb Replacement The following procedure tells you how to replace your headlamp bulbs For any bulb change procedure not listed in this section contact your Oldsmobile retailer 5 service department 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 If you go through a high pressure car wash or it is very humid your headlamps may fog up This is normal These lenses should clear by themselves in time Headlamps For bulb type see Replacement Bulbs in the Index E Lift the plastic push pins with pliers 6 31 2 Now remove the pins with the blade of a screwdriver 3 Lift and remove the clips from the back side of the metal headlamp housing 4 There are three clips to remove before you have access to the headlamp assembly bulbs Take note of the clip position during removal When reinstalling the clip be sure to point the arched side of the clip toward the rear of the vehicle 6 33 5 Pull t
273. 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 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 4 20 Driving Through Deep Standing Water NOTICE If you drive too quickly through puddles or standing water water can come in through vour 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 City Driving One of the biggest problems with city streets is the amount of traffic on them You ll want to watch out for what the other drivers are doing and pay attention to traffic signals Here are ways to increase your safety in city driving Know the best way to get to where you a
274. your vehicle has a bench seat someone can sit in the center position If your vehicle has front and rear bench seats someone can sit in the center positions If your vehicle has a front split seat and rear bench seat someone can sit in the center positions When you sit in a center seating position you have a lap safety belt which has no retractor To make the belt longer tilt the latch plate and pull it along the belt 1 24 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 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 1 25 Lap Shoulder Beli The positions next to the windows have lap shoulder belts Here s how to wear one properly If the belt stops before it reaches the buckle tilt the latch plate and keep pull
275. your vehicle hits something They aren t designed to inflate at all in rollover rear side or low speed frontal crashes Everyone in your vehicle should wear safety belt properly whether or not there s an air bag that person Air bags inflate with great force faster than the blink of an eye If you re too close to an inflating air bag it could seriously injure you Safety belts help keep vou in position before and during a crash Always wear your safety belt even with air bags The driver should sit as far back as possible while still maintaining control of the vehicle An inflating air bag can seriously injure small children Always secure children properly in your vehicle To read how see the part of this manual called Children and the caution label on the right front passengers safety belt There is an air bag readiness light on the instrument panel which shows the words AIR The system checks the air bag electrical system for malfunctions The light tells you if there is an electrical problem See Air Bag Readiness Light in the Index for more information 1 19 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 20 If something is between an occupant and an air bag the bag might not inflate properly or it

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