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A Step Ahead In 1966, Toronado made front-wheeldrive news, including Motor Trend's "Car of the 4-cylinder, 16-valve Quad propelled 4 to Oldsmobiles on roads and racetracks new standardsof economy and performance. Versions of the Year." Still breaking new ground, the 1974"Toro"became the fist car equipped with a production bag." "air Recent Oldsrnobile engineering has created exciting advancements like the responsive Quad 4 engine. Today, the aIl-wheel-drive security of SmartTrak in the Oldsmobile Bravada continues that proud tradition of meaningful technology.
A Step Ahead In 1966, Toronado made front-wheeldrive news, including Motor Trend's "Car of the 4-cylinder, 16-valve Quad propelled 4 to Oldsmobiles on roads and racetracks new standardsof economy and performance. Versions of the Year." Still breaking new ground, the 1974"Toro"became the fist car equipped with a production bag." "air Recent Oldsrnobile engineering has created exciting advancements like the responsive Quad 4 engine. Today, the aIl-wheel-drive security of SmartTrak in the Oldsmobile Bravada continues that proud tradition of meaningful technology.
Owner's Manual
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How to Use this Manual These symbols are on some of your controls: Windshield Wipers Windshield Washer Windshield Defroster Fuel Rear Window Defogger Engine Oil Pressure Ventilating Fan Brake Power Window Air Conditioning Hood Release Anti-Lock Brakes W These symbols are used on warning and indicator lights: Engine Coolant Temperature Battery Charging System Here are some other symbols you may see: Fuse Trunk Release Lighter rv t n p3 h Horn Speaker 10
How to Use this Manual These symbols are on some of your controls: Windshield Wipers Windshield Washer Windshield Defroster Fuel Rear Window Defogger Engine Oil Pressure Ventilating Fan Brake Power Window Air Conditioning Hood Release Anti-Lock Brakes W These symbols are used on warning and indicator lights: Engine Coolant Temperature Battery Charging System Here are some other symbols you may see: Fuse Trunk Release Lighter rv t n p3 h Horn Speaker 10
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Keys ...Locks ...Glove Box ...Ignition Switch...Starting Your Engine ...Engine Coolant Heater ...Shifting the Transaxle ...Parking Brake ...Shifting into Park ...Windows ...Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever ...Cruise Control ...Light Controls ...Interior Lights ...Windshield Wipers...Windshield Washer ...Mirrors ...Sun Visors ...Ashtray and Lighter ...Instrument Panel ...Warning Lights, Gages and Indicators ...48 49 57 57 58 60 61 68 68 72 73 I 75 77 79 81 82 83 84 87 90 95 47 shifting and braking .Also explained are the instrument panel and the warning systems that tell you if...
Keys ...Locks ...Glove Box ...Ignition Switch...Starting Your Engine ...Engine Coolant Heater ...Shifting the Transaxle ...Parking Brake ...Shifting into Park ...Windows ...Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever ...Cruise Control ...Light Controls ...Interior Lights ...Windshield Wipers...Windshield Washer ...Mirrors ...Sun Visors ...Ashtray and Lighter ...Instrument Panel ...Warning Lights, Gages and Indicators ...48 49 57 57 58 60 61 68 68 72 73 I 75 77 79 81 82 83 84 87 90 95 47 shifting and braking .Also explained are the instrument panel and the warning systems that tell you if...
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... shift leverto P (Park) or N (Neutral).Your engine won't start in your vehicle. And the excessive heat can damage your Oldsmobile is moving , use N (Neutral) only. When the engine starts, let go down for about three seconds. NOTICE: Don't try to shift to P (Park) if your starter motor. 2.If it without damaging your engine mightnot perform properly. Shift to P (Park) only when your gear selector neutral while to starting the engine. Manual Transaxle: Hold the clutch...
... shift leverto P (Park) or N (Neutral).Your engine won't start in your vehicle. And the excessive heat can damage your Oldsmobile is moving , use N (Neutral) only. When the engine starts, let go down for about three seconds. NOTICE: Don't try to shift to P (Park) if your starter motor. 2.If it without damaging your engine mightnot perform properly. Shift to P (Park) only when your gear selector neutral while to starting the engine. Manual Transaxle: Hold the clutch...
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... work with the electronics in your vehicle.If you add electrical parts or accessories, you can come in through 2. help. To use the coolant heater: NOTICE: 1. Turn off the engine. If you could be flooded with your vehicle towed, seethe part of four hours prior to starting your battery to the the floor and holding it into a normal, grounded 110. Engine Coolant Heater (EngineBlock Heater) Driving 27irough Deep Standing Water...
... work with the electronics in your vehicle.If you add electrical parts or accessories, you can come in through 2. help. To use the coolant heater: NOTICE: 1. Turn off the engine. If you could be flooded with your vehicle towed, seethe part of four hours prior to starting your battery to the the floor and holding it into a normal, grounded 110. Engine Coolant Heater (EngineBlock Heater) Driving 27irough Deep Standing Water...
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... has Although your vehicle's lighting system decided that Daytime Running Lights (DRL) are a useful feature, in that headlights be turned daylight when: on a manual transaxle; top of P (Park) or N (Neutral) on an automatic transaxle. Then start the vehicle. Features & Controh Headlights: Rotate the switch to to turn on: Headlights Parking Lights Side Marker Lights Taillights License Plate Lights Instrument Panel Lights Rotate the switch to side marker lights and taillights) meets pedestrians and other drivers during all the...
... has Although your vehicle's lighting system decided that Daytime Running Lights (DRL) are a useful feature, in that headlights be turned daylight when: on a manual transaxle; top of P (Park) or N (Neutral) on an automatic transaxle. Then start the vehicle. Features & Controh Headlights: Rotate the switch to to turn on: Headlights Parking Lights Side Marker Lights Taillights License Plate Lights Instrument Panel Lights Rotate the switch to side marker lights and taillights) meets pedestrians and other drivers during all the...
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... engine oil level when engineis running , as a checkto show you have problem with the light on (in theelectrical system. Readings betweenthe red warning zones indicate normal the operating range. Have your battery. Voltmeter (GAGE CLUSTER) When your accessories, suchas the radio and air conditioner. When your engine isnot running,but the engine is on , be certainto turnoff all your engine isrunning, thisgage shows the condition of time allowingthe oil...
... engine oil level when engineis running , as a checkto show you have problem with the light on (in theelectrical system. Readings betweenthe red warning zones indicate normal the operating range. Have your battery. Voltmeter (GAGE CLUSTER) When your accessories, suchas the radio and air conditioner. When your engine isnot running,but the engine is on , be certainto turnoff all your engine isrunning, thisgage shows the condition of time allowingthe oil...
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... the steering wheel and prevent the automatic door loclts from locking. 3. Be sure to use at your vehicle fromthe rear. Release the parking brake. 8 rI = - Towing Your Vehicle from the Rear NOTICE: Do not tow your destination. I41 Turn the ignition key to OFF to Neutral. 4. Follow the instructions for recreational towing. Your vehicle could be covered by your vehicle with all four wheels on the ground. m ...:...,.r ~ I_ ~ & I Towing Your Vehicle from the Front Tow your warranty. NOTICE...
... the steering wheel and prevent the automatic door loclts from locking. 3. Be sure to use at your vehicle fromthe rear. Release the parking brake. 8 rI = - Towing Your Vehicle from the Rear NOTICE: Do not tow your destination. I41 Turn the ignition key to OFF to Neutral. 4. Follow the instructions for recreational towing. Your vehicle could be covered by your vehicle with all four wheels on the ground. m ...:...,.r ~ I_ ~ & I Towing Your Vehicle from the Front Tow your warranty. NOTICE...
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... the trailer has electric brakes, start , check the trailer hitch and platform, safety chains, electrical connector, lights, tires and mirror adjustment. Backing Up Hold the bottom of the steering wheel with your instrument panel will flash You'll need more passingdistance up slowly and, if possible, have a differentturn signal flasher and extra wiring. by hand to have someone guide you avoidsituations that and the lights and any trailer brakes are still working . The...
... the trailer has electric brakes, start , check the trailer hitch and platform, safety chains, electrical connector, lights, tires and mirror adjustment. Backing Up Hold the bottom of the steering wheel with your instrument panel will flash You'll need more passingdistance up slowly and, if possible, have a differentturn signal flasher and extra wiring. by hand to have someone guide you avoidsituations that and the lights and any trailer brakes are still working . The...
Owner's Manual
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and then it shows how Power Steering Fluid ...to its appearance care Bulb Replacement ...Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement ...Loading Your Vehicle ...Tires ...Appearance Care...Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) ...Add-on Electrical Equipment ...Fuses & Circuit Breakers ...Capacities & Specifications ...Fluids & Lubricants ...Replacement Bulbs ...Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts ... . . 213 214 169 There is also Brakes ...technical information about Engine Oil ...Air Cleaner ...the care of your Battery ...vehicle. Part b . 170 171 175 179 182 183 186 188 189 190 192 192...
and then it shows how Power Steering Fluid ...to its appearance care Bulb Replacement ...Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement ...Loading Your Vehicle ...Tires ...Appearance Care...Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) ...Add-on Electrical Equipment ...Fuses & Circuit Breakers ...Capacities & Specifications ...Fluids & Lubricants ...Replacement Bulbs ...Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts ... . . 213 214 169 There is also Brakes ...technical information about Engine Oil ...Air Cleaner ...the care of your Battery ...vehicle. Part b . 170 171 175 179 182 183 186 188 189 190 192 192...
Owner's Manual
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... closes, protecting the circuit until the motor cools. If the motor overheats dueto heavy snow, etc., the wiper will cause the lights to go on and off or, in the fuse panel protect the power windows and other power accessories. I Headlight Wiring The headlight wiring is caused by some cases, to remain off. An electrical overload will stop until the problem is protected by a circuit breaker and...
... closes, protecting the circuit until the motor cools. If the motor overheats dueto heavy snow, etc., the wiper will cause the lights to go on and off or, in the fuse panel protect the power windows and other power accessories. I Headlight Wiring The headlight wiring is caused by some cases, to remain off. An electrical overload will stop until the problem is protected by a circuit breaker and...
Owner's Manual
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... anyone else drives the vehicle. Inspect the belt(s)for uneven wear or damage. The proper fluids and lubricants to GM Specification 1825M. Lubricate 5. suspension and steering linkage. Engine Accessory Drive Belt Inspection - Engine Oil and Filter Change': - 2. Always use are cracked, swollen or deteriorated. Inspect hoses and replace if they are listed in the Index. Clean the outside of both the cooling system and the surge tank pressure cap. 224 All...
... anyone else drives the vehicle. Inspect the belt(s)for uneven wear or damage. The proper fluids and lubricants to GM Specification 1825M. Lubricate 5. suspension and steering linkage. Engine Accessory Drive Belt Inspection - Engine Oil and Filter Change': - 2. Always use are cracked, swollen or deteriorated. Inspect hoses and replace if they are listed in the Index. Clean the outside of both the cooling system and the surge tank pressure cap. 224 All...
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....'. New Vehicle Normal Driving ...57 When Towing a Trailer ...143 Buckling Up (see Safety Belts) Automatic Transaxle Adding Fluid ...184. 210. 212 Checking Fluid ...183 Shifting ...61 Starting Your Engine ...59 B a t t e r y ...148. 192 Jump Starting ...148 Warning ...148. 150. 192 Battery Rundown Protection ...81 Battery Warning Light ...99 Blizzard. Index A B S ...127 ABS Warning Light ...101 Adding Brake Fluid ...190. 212 Electrical Equipment ...59. 60. 112. 207 Engine Coolant ...159. 187.211.212 Engine Oil ...179 Hydraulic Clutch Fluid ...186. 212 Power Steering Fluid ...189...
....'. New Vehicle Normal Driving ...57 When Towing a Trailer ...143 Buckling Up (see Safety Belts) Automatic Transaxle Adding Fluid ...184. 210. 212 Checking Fluid ...183 Shifting ...61 Starting Your Engine ...59 B a t t e r y ...148. 192 Jump Starting ...148 Warning ...148. 150. 192 Battery Rundown Protection ...81 Battery Warning Light ...99 Blizzard. Index A B S ...127 ABS Warning Light ...101 Adding Brake Fluid ...190. 212 Electrical Equipment ...59. 60. 112. 207 Engine Coolant ...159. 187.211.212 Engine Oil ...179 Hydraulic Clutch Fluid ...186. 212 Power Steering Fluid ...189...
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... System Warning Light 99 ...102 "Check Gages" Light "Check Oil" Light ...98 Checking Brake Fluid...190 Engine Coolant ...187 ...179 Engine Oil Level Hydraulic Clutch...186 Power Steering Fluid ...189 ...42 Safety Belt Systems Transaxle Fluid Automatic ...183 Manual...185 Checking ThingsUnder the Hood ...175 Checks & Services, Owner ...226 Chemical Paint Spotting ...206 34 Child Restraints ...Children and Safety Belts ...33, 41 Cigarette Lighter ...87 Circuit Breakers& Fuses ...207 City Driving...135 Cleaner, Air ...182, 214 Cleaning Aluminum Wheels...204 Antenna...
... System Warning Light 99 ...102 "Check Gages" Light "Check Oil" Light ...98 Checking Brake Fluid...190 Engine Coolant ...187 ...179 Engine Oil Level Hydraulic Clutch...186 Power Steering Fluid ...189 ...42 Safety Belt Systems Transaxle Fluid Automatic ...183 Manual...185 Checking ThingsUnder the Hood ...175 Checks & Services, Owner ...226 Chemical Paint Spotting ...206 34 Child Restraints ...Children and Safety Belts ...33, 41 Cigarette Lighter ...87 Circuit Breakers& Fuses ...207 City Driving...135 Cleaner, Air ...182, 214 Cleaning Aluminum Wheels...204 Antenna...
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...see Safety Defects) Defensive Driving...124 Defogger. Oil...181.214 Finish Care...203 Finish Damage...205 Flash-to Change ...181 Engine Overheating ...156 Engine Specifications...214 Engine, Starting ...58 Automatic Transaxle ...59 Manual Transaxle ...59 2.3L (Quad 4) Engine ...59 3 100 V6 Engine.,...59 Ethanol in Gasoline ...172 Exhaust Dangerous Gas in ...129 Emergency Starting ...148 Emergency Towing...152 Engine Block Heater ...60 Engine Coolant ...158. 186 Engine Coolant Heater ...60 Engine Coolant Temperature Gage ...96 Engine Coolant Warning Light ...96 Engine Exhaust ...71 Engine...
...see Safety Defects) Defensive Driving...124 Defogger. Oil...181.214 Finish Care...203 Finish Damage...205 Flash-to Change ...181 Engine Overheating ...156 Engine Specifications...214 Engine, Starting ...58 Automatic Transaxle ...59 Manual Transaxle ...59 2.3L (Quad 4) Engine ...59 3 100 V6 Engine.,...59 Ethanol in Gasoline ...172 Exhaust Dangerous Gas in ...129 Emergency Starting ...148 Emergency Towing...152 Engine Block Heater ...60 Engine Coolant ...158. 186 Engine Coolant Heater ...60 Engine Coolant Temperature Gage ...96 Engine Coolant Warning Light ...96 Engine Exhaust ...71 Engine...
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... Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) ...195 Head Restraint...14 Heater (see Child Restraints ) Inflation. Safety Warnings ...157. 158. 159. 176 How the Anti-Lock Brake System Works...128 Hydraulic Clutch ...186. 212 Fluid ...186. 212 Hydroplaning ...135 Identification Number. Overheated Engine ...176 Horn ...72 Hot Engine. Removingand Replacing...192. 193. 213 Headlights ...78 High-Low Beam Changer ...79 Instrument Panel Intensity Control 79 ..."On" Reminder ...78 Gages Replacement Bulb...213 Coolant Temperature...96 Wiring ...209 Fuel...
... Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) ...195 Head Restraint...14 Heater (see Child Restraints ) Inflation. Safety Warnings ...157. 158. 159. 176 How the Anti-Lock Brake System Works...128 Hydraulic Clutch ...186. 212 Fluid ...186. 212 Hydroplaning ...135 Identification Number. Overheated Engine ...176 Horn ...72 Hot Engine. Removingand Replacing...192. 193. 213 Headlights ...78 High-Low Beam Changer ...79 Instrument Panel Intensity Control 79 ..."On" Reminder ...78 Gages Replacement Bulb...213 Coolant Temperature...96 Wiring ...209 Fuel...
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... Jump Starting...148 Warning Lights ...95. 148 ey Release Button ...58 Lights on Reminder ...78 Keyless Entry System ...51 Loading Your Vehicle ...89. 194 Keys ...48 Locks ...49 Automatic Door Lock ...50 L a n e Change Indicator ...74 Battery Replacement ...52 Lap-Shoulder Safety Belt Rear Door Security Locks ...53 Front ...21, 28 Remote Control...51 Rear ...28 Long Distance Driving ...136 Use by Children ...33, 41 Low Battery ...99. 148 Latches, Seatback...15 Low Oil Pressure Warning ...97. 98 Lighter ...87 Lubricants & Fluids...
... Jump Starting...148 Warning Lights ...95. 148 ey Release Button ...58 Lights on Reminder ...78 Keyless Entry System ...51 Loading Your Vehicle ...89. 194 Keys ...48 Locks ...49 Automatic Door Lock ...50 L a n e Change Indicator ...74 Battery Replacement ...52 Lap-Shoulder Safety Belt Rear Door Security Locks ...53 Front ...21, 28 Remote Control...51 Rear ...28 Long Distance Driving ...136 Use by Children ...33, 41 Low Battery ...99. 148 Latches, Seatback...15 Low Oil Pressure Warning ...97. 98 Lighter ...87 Lubricants & Fluids...
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... ...128 Power Steering Fluid ...189.211. 212 Power Sunroof...88 Power Window Lock-Out Switch 73 ...Power Windows ...73. 209 Pregnancy. Use of ...70 Parking On Hills ...146 Over ThingsThat Burn...70 With the Engine Running...71 Parking Brake ...68 Parts. Split Fold-Down...15 Rearview Mirrors...83 Rear Window Defogger ...110 Rear Window Defogger Antenna ...122 Reclining Seatbacks...13 Recommended Fluids & Lubricants ...232 Recreational Vehicle Towing ...141 Remote Fuel Filler Door Release 174 ...Rear Lock Control...51 Remote Trunk Release ...56 Replacement Bulbs ...213 Replacement Fuses...208...
... ...128 Power Steering Fluid ...189.211. 212 Power Sunroof...88 Power Window Lock-Out Switch 73 ...Power Windows ...73. 209 Pregnancy. Use of ...70 Parking On Hills ...146 Over ThingsThat Burn...70 With the Engine Running...71 Parking Brake ...68 Parts. Split Fold-Down...15 Rearview Mirrors...83 Rear Window Defogger ...110 Rear Window Defogger Antenna ...122 Reclining Seatbacks...13 Recommended Fluids & Lubricants ...232 Recreational Vehicle Towing ...141 Remote Fuel Filler Door Release 174 ...Rear Lock Control...51 Remote Trunk Release ...56 Replacement Bulbs ...213 Replacement Fuses...208...
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... Warning Light ...19 Why You Should Wear Safety Belts ...17 Safety Defects. Controls ...13 Reclining Seatback...13 Seatback Latches ...15 Seats ...12 Seat. Reporting ...240 Scheduled Maintenance Services ...219 Seat Adjustment...12. 13. 14 Seat Belts (see Audio Systems) Automatic Transaxle ...61 Storage Manual Transaxle ...66 Armrest ...85 Signaling Turns ...74, 145 Console Cup/Coin Holder ...86 Six-Way Power Seat ...13 Convenience Net ...56 Sl Split Fold-Down Rear ...15 Service...170 Service Engine Soon Light ...102 Service...
... Warning Light ...19 Why You Should Wear Safety Belts ...17 Safety Defects. Controls ...13 Reclining Seatback...13 Seatback Latches ...15 Seats ...12 Seat. Reporting ...240 Scheduled Maintenance Services ...219 Seat Adjustment...12. 13. 14 Seat Belts (see Audio Systems) Automatic Transaxle ...61 Storage Manual Transaxle ...66 Armrest ...85 Signaling Turns ...74, 145 Console Cup/Coin Holder ...86 Six-Way Power Seat ...13 Convenience Net ...56 Sl Split Fold-Down Rear ...15 Service...170 Service Engine Soon Light ...102 Service...
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...152 Trailer Towing...142 Driving with a Trailer...145 Maintenance...146 Parking on ...59. 60. 112. 207 Fluid Capacities & Types ...210. 211. 212 Fuses & Circuit Breakers...207 Service Parts Identification Label 206 ...Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) ...206 Theft ...54 Thermostat...188 Tilt Steering Wheel ...72 Time. Add-on Hills ...146 Safety Chains ...144 Trailer Brakes ...145 Transaxle, Automatic (see Automatic Transaxle) Transaxle, Manual (see Manual Transaxle) Transmission, Automatic (seeAutomatic Transaxle) Transmission, Manual (see Comfort Controls) VIN...206 Visors. Compact...
...152 Trailer Towing...142 Driving with a Trailer...145 Maintenance...146 Parking on ...59. 60. 112. 207 Fluid Capacities & Types ...210. 211. 212 Fuses & Circuit Breakers...207 Service Parts Identification Label 206 ...Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) ...206 Theft ...54 Thermostat...188 Tilt Steering Wheel ...72 Time. Add-on Hills ...146 Safety Chains ...144 Trailer Brakes ...145 Transaxle, Automatic (see Automatic Transaxle) Transaxle, Manual (see Manual Transaxle) Transmission, Automatic (seeAutomatic Transaxle) Transmission, Manual (see Comfort Controls) VIN...206 Visors. Compact...