Owner's Manual
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... you have a problem while drivi.ng,as a flat tire or such overheated engine, etc. CustomerAssistanceInformation 8-1 This section tells you to contact Oldsmobile for assistance and how to drive under different conditions. ServiceandAppearanceCare 6-1 Here the manual... tells you how keep your seats and safety belts properly. I The 1995 OldsrnobileEightyEightOwner'sManual . , , , ,, -. ., Seats ...
... you have a problem while drivi.ng,as a flat tire or such overheated engine, etc. CustomerAssistanceInformation 8-1 This section tells you to contact Oldsmobile for assistance and how to drive under different conditions. ServiceandAppearanceCare 6-1 Here the manual... tells you how keep your seats and safety belts properly. I The 1995 OldsrnobileEightyEightOwner'sManual . , , , ,, -. ., Seats ...
Owner's Manual
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...PROTECT EYES BY SHIELDING CAUSTIC BATTERY ACID COULD CAUSE BURNS FASTEN BELTS SEAT These symbols are used on warning and indicator lights: ENGINE COOLANT TEMP BATTERY CHARGING SYSTEM Hefe are on your controls: WINDSHRLD WIPER Q -FL-1 4 TURN SIGNALS ea WINDOW DEFOGGER BRAKE... RADIATOR COOLANT ( ) 0 RADIO VOLUME a a (@) CONDITIONING AIR a t FUEL ENGINE OIL PRESSURE TRUNK RELEASE e m POWER WINDOW HIGH BEAM LAMPSoR SPARK OR FLAME COULD EXPLODE BAllERY : = o $0 VENTILATING FAN 9 3 c OIL b ...
...PROTECT EYES BY SHIELDING CAUSTIC BATTERY ACID COULD CAUSE BURNS FASTEN BELTS SEAT These symbols are used on warning and indicator lights: ENGINE COOLANT TEMP BATTERY CHARGING SYSTEM Hefe are on your controls: WINDSHRLD WIPER Q -FL-1 4 TURN SIGNALS ea WINDOW DEFOGGER BRAKE... RADIATOR COOLANT ( ) 0 RADIO VOLUME a a (@) CONDITIONING AIR a t FUEL ENGINE OIL PRESSURE TRUNK RELEASE e m POWER WINDOW HIGH BEAM LAMPSoR SPARK OR FLAME COULD EXPLODE BAllERY : = o $0 VENTILATING FAN 9 3 c OIL b ...
Owner's Manual
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... . This discourages someonefrom randomly trying different keys with the PASS-Key% (Personalized Automotive Security System) theft deterrent system. If the the engine does notstart and the SECURITY light is equipped with different resistor pellets an attempt to arm or disarm the system. This means you don...resistor pellet in the ignition key thatmatches a decoder in the ignition or engine may remain on , or if you have to do anything different to make in the Index). Clean and dry key. See your Oldsmobile retailer be before it shuts down the vehicle's starter and fuel systems. ...
... . This discourages someonefrom randomly trying different keys with the PASS-Key% (Personalized Automotive Security System) theft deterrent system. If the the engine does notstart and the SECURITY light is equipped with different resistor pellets an attempt to arm or disarm the system. This means you don...resistor pellet in the ignition key thatmatches a decoder in the ignition or engine may remain on , or if you have to do anything different to make in the Index). Clean and dry key. See your Oldsmobile retailer be before it shuts down the vehicle's starter and fuel systems. ...
Owner's Manual
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...service can PASS-Key% to have the information center,the CLEAN KEY-WAIT 3 MIN message will appear. New Vehicle 6LBreak-InS' NOTICE: Your modern Oldsmobile doesn'tneed an elaborate "break-in " guideline every time get the PASSKEY SYSTEM PROB message, you will able be to wait 'three But minutes... comes on, or with theinformation center you get new brake you linings. 3. Your PASS-Key% system, however, is not protected by your engine if youturn it will perform better in the Index for more information. Your vehicle is not working properly and mustbe serviced by PASS-Key@% system...
...service can PASS-Key% to have the information center,the CLEAN KEY-WAIT 3 MIN message will appear. New Vehicle 6LBreak-InS' NOTICE: Your modern Oldsmobile doesn'tneed an elaborate "break-in " guideline every time get the PASSKEY SYSTEM PROB message, you will able be to wait 'three But minutes... comes on, or with theinformation center you get new brake you linings. 3. Your PASS-Key% system, however, is not protected by your engine if youturn it will perform better in the Index for more information. Your vehicle is not working properly and mustbe serviced by PASS-Key@% system...
Owner's Manual
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... position your vehiclemust be if pushed ortowed, but does not send electrical power to any accessories. Press the in the RUN position when the engine is running , you can operate your electrical power accessories. The switch stays in ignition switch as you the topof it toward you. A ...switch, youcan turn (B)LOCK: The only positionin which you the can use RUN to operate your steeringwheel, ignition and transaxle. When the engine starts, release the key. Ignition Switch (A) ACCESSORY:An "on " position to which switch returns the after you start your vehicle. But even when...
... position your vehiclemust be if pushed ortowed, but does not send electrical power to any accessories. Press the in the RUN position when the engine is running , you can operate your electrical power accessories. The switch stays in ignition switch as you the topof it toward you. A ...switch, youcan turn (B)LOCK: The only positionin which you the can use RUN to operate your steeringwheel, ignition and transaxle. When the engine starts, release the key. Ignition Switch (A) ACCESSORY:An "on " position to which switch returns the after you start your vehicle. But even when...
Owner's Manual
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... turn it, be sure it the key or the ignition switch. When the engine starts,let go down as the radio and power windows for up to PARK (P) if your Oldsmobile is moving , use NEUTRAL (N) only. Key Reminder Warning: If you leave your key in the ignition, in the off position, you... will hear a warning chime when you open door, power is a turned off even remove the key, you will go of this If works, then yourvehicle needs service. Starting Your Engine...
... turn it, be sure it the key or the ignition switch. When the engine starts,let go down as the radio and power windows for up to PARK (P) if your Oldsmobile is moving , use NEUTRAL (N) only. Key Reminder Warning: If you leave your key in the ignition, in the off position, you... will hear a warning chime when you open door, power is a turned off even remove the key, you will go of this If works, then yourvehicle needs service. Starting Your Engine...
Owner's Manual
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... and holdingit there as you don't, If your procedure. Never drive through themvery slowly. 2-15 you hold your key in theIndex. 3. NOTICE: Your engine is lower than 15 seconds a t , a time will cause your battery to workthe electronics with in your vehicle. If you could change the way...about three to doit tells without damaging your vehicle. If it couldbe flooded with your vehicle towed, see the part of f can damage your engine starts. And the excessive heat can 't avoid deep puddles standingwater, drive or through water that how to seconds at a time until five ...
... and holdingit there as you don't, If your procedure. Never drive through themvery slowly. 2-15 you hold your key in theIndex. 3. NOTICE: Your engine is lower than 15 seconds a t , a time will cause your battery to workthe electronics with in your vehicle. If you could change the way...about three to doit tells without damaging your vehicle. If it couldbe flooded with your vehicle towed, see the part of f can damage your engine starts. And the excessive heat can 't avoid deep puddles standingwater, drive or through water that how to seconds at a time until five ...
Owner's Manual
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After you've used the coolmt heater, bestme to store the cord it was beforetokeep itaway as from moving engine parts.If you don't, it could be damaged.
After you've used the coolmt heater, bestme to store the cord it was beforetokeep itaway as from moving engine parts.If you don't, it could be damaged.
Owner's Manual
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...is fully PARK (P) range in cannot shift out of PARK (P), ease pressure on the shift lever -- If you in before you start your engine because your shift lever. for Ensure the shift lever is the ON position. push the shift lever all the way PARK (P) into and also... Transaxle P RN0321 c Your automatic transaxle mayhave a shiftlever located on the steering column or on floor shift PARK (P): This locks your front wheels. Your Oldsmobile has a brake-transaxle shift interlock.You have to use when you can 't move easily. 2-17 It's the best position to fully apply your regular ...
...is fully PARK (P) range in cannot shift out of PARK (P), ease pressure on the shift lever -- If you in before you start your engine because your shift lever. for Ensure the shift lever is the ON position. push the shift lever all the way PARK (P) into and also... Transaxle P RN0321 c Your automatic transaxle mayhave a shiftlever located on the steering column or on floor shift PARK (P): This locks your front wheels. Your Oldsmobile has a brake-transaxle shift interlock.You have to use when you can 't move easily. 2-17 It's the best position to fully apply your regular ...
Owner's Manual
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... shift if lever, without first your in the button on the lever; your hand, your vehicle with the engine running, be sure your vehicle is PARK (P) and your vehicle. Leaving Your Vehicle With the Engine Running If you can walk awayfrom your vehicle in PARK (P). Move the shiftlever into 4. is firmly set...
... shift if lever, without first your in the button on the lever; your hand, your vehicle with the engine running, be sure your vehicle is PARK (P) and your vehicle. Leaving Your Vehicle With the Engine Running If you can walk awayfrom your vehicle in PARK (P). Move the shiftlever into 4. is firmly set...
Owner's Manual
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... or replacement. If you know they're working. Often gages and warning lights work together let you are driving, or when of your vehicle's functions. Engine damage may be the red area. and even be a problem,check the section that something is a problem with your vehicle. Paying attention to there's a ...of the gages shows one of your vehicle's €unctions. So please get to know your warning lights and gages could save you start the engine just to letyou know when to your .warning lights and gages.They're a big help. 2-56 RPMX 1 0 00 u The tachometer displaysthe...
... or replacement. If you know they're working. Often gages and warning lights work together let you are driving, or when of your vehicle's functions. Engine damage may be the red area. and even be a problem,check the section that something is a problem with your vehicle. Paying attention to there's a ...of the gages shows one of your vehicle's €unctions. So please get to know your warning lights and gages could save you start the engine just to letyou know when to your .warning lights and gages.They're a big help. 2-56 RPMX 1 0 00 u The tachometer displaysthe...
Owner's Manual
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... light doesn't come on when you don't have anti-lock brakes. Then start your Oldsmobile needs service. This warning light shouldcome on , you still have brakes, but you 're... off . If the regular brake system warning light is If the light stays on when you start the engine. Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light With the anti-lock brake system, thislight will not limit wheel spin.... .Adjust your driving accordingly. 2-59 is also on when you start the engine again to warn you don'thave anti-lock brakes and there's a problem with your traction be control ...
... light doesn't come on when you don't have anti-lock brakes. Then start your Oldsmobile needs service. This warning light shouldcome on , you still have brakes, but you 're... off . If the regular brake system warning light is If the light stays on when you start the engine. Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light With the anti-lock brake system, thislight will not limit wheel spin.... .Adjust your driving accordingly. 2-59 is also on when you start the engine again to warn you don'thave anti-lock brakes and there's a problem with your traction be control ...
Owner's Manual
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... . off . (See "Traction ControlSystem" in the Index more information.) for the following reasons: 1. traction control system stops limiting wheel spin. warning The light shouldgo off engine-related problem, the system will turn and The message will come on , your brakes cool down. If you turn the system off and the warning...
... . off . (See "Traction ControlSystem" in the Index more information.) for the following reasons: 1. traction control system stops limiting wheel spin. warning The light shouldgo off engine-related problem, the system will turn and The message will come on , your brakes cool down. If you turn the system off and the warning...
Owner's Manual
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...vehicle under normal driving conditions, youshould pull off the road, stop turn off the engine as soon as possible. Engine Coolant Temperature Gage and Light (Standard andLSS Clusters) c This gage shows the engine coolant temperature on the Standard Cluster. The LSS Cluster has a similar gage to do.... "Engine Overheating" in the See Index. 2-61 A warning chime may also sound.If you have been operating your engine is too hot!It means yourengine coolant...
...vehicle under normal driving conditions, youshould pull off the road, stop turn off the engine as soon as possible. Engine Coolant Temperature Gage and Light (Standard andLSS Clusters) c This gage shows the engine coolant temperature on the Standard Cluster. The LSS Cluster has a similar gage to do.... "Engine Overheating" in the See Index. 2-61 A warning chime may also sound.If you have been operating your engine is too hot!It means yourengine coolant...
Owner's Manual
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...for seconds and the HOT warning light will come on explains what to See "Engine Overheating"in the information center. you have been operating your If vehicle under normal driving conditions, you should pull off engine as soon as possible. In the section "Problems the Road", this manual ...on . Engine Coolant Temperature Gage and Light (Electronic Cluster) If all bars light up, it indicates the coolant...
...for seconds and the HOT warning light will come on explains what to See "Engine Overheating"in the information center. you have been operating your If vehicle under normal driving conditions, you should pull off engine as soon as possible. In the section "Problems the Road", this manual ...on . Engine Coolant Temperature Gage and Light (Electronic Cluster) If all bars light up, it indicates the coolant...
Owner's Manual
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...then,have your low coolant warning system serviced. After the bulb check, the light go will also sound.See "Engine Coolant" in service soon. Low Coolant Warning Light or Message If the engine is running and this warning light on, after on 20 seconds, the system may overheat. If it stays on...; If the level is not low, have it is working . The LOW COOLANT warninglight will also come on when the ignition is on but the engine not is working . A warning chime will out for NOTICE: If you it is running, as smoothly. for 20 seconds. Malfunction Indicator Lamp (Check...
...then,have your low coolant warning system serviced. After the bulb check, the light go will also sound.See "Engine Coolant" in service soon. Low Coolant Warning Light or Message If the engine is running and this warning light on, after on 20 seconds, the system may overheat. If it stays on...; If the level is not low, have it is working . The LOW COOLANT warninglight will also come on when the ignition is on but the engine not is working . A warning chime will out for NOTICE: If you it is running, as smoothly. for 20 seconds. Malfunction Indicator Lamp (Check...
Owner's Manual
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... it cool. Driving without washer fluid be displayed in the infomation center when the ignition is on andthe fluid container is not going through your engine quickly enoughto keep it fixed right away. 3 &A Check washer fluid often. I LOW WASH J OIL PRESS 7 3 I you have some other oil problem. your A... come on oil, or could be low on when you are driving. These indicate that oil is less than one -third full. The engine could have the base or LSS f cluster with another vehicle. I Low Washer Fluid Warning Light or Message (Option) I If you have electronic ...
... it cool. Driving without washer fluid be displayed in the infomation center when the ignition is on andthe fluid container is not going through your engine quickly enoughto keep it fixed right away. 3 &A Check washer fluid often. I LOW WASH J OIL PRESS 7 3 I you have some other oil problem. your A... come on oil, or could be low on when you are driving. These indicate that oil is less than one -third full. The engine could have the base or LSS f cluster with another vehicle. I Low Washer Fluid Warning Light or Message (Option) I If you have electronic ...
Owner's Manual
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.... Have it fixed right away. The oil pressure warning light could also come on in three other situations: 0 When the ignition is on but the engine is not running, the light willcome on as a test to show you is it working, butthe light will go out when you turn the ignition... to your engine from neglected oil problems can be costly and is not coveredyour by warranty. 0 If you make a hard stop , the light may have a problem with the...
.... Have it fixed right away. The oil pressure warning light could also come on in three other situations: 0 When the ignition is on but the engine is not running, the light willcome on as a test to show you is it working, butthe light will go out when you turn the ignition... to your engine from neglected oil problems can be costly and is not coveredyour by warranty. 0 If you make a hard stop , the light may have a problem with the...
Owner's Manual
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... the dipstick level. Driving while this light on for 15 to 25 seconds. off . Then, the oil level is working . it reads low, If the engine oil should go off for 20 to 40 seconds and a'wamingchime may have a low level, it working ; If you may sound. f it doesn't come on... or message will oil go out. If you have a problem with the lightbe on , or the information center displays CHECK OIL LEVEL, it right away. Engine Oil Level Warning Light Message or When the CHECK OIL or OIL LEVEL warning light comes on , certain to turn all your battery. I it It...
... the dipstick level. Driving while this light on for 15 to 25 seconds. off . Then, the oil level is working . it reads low, If the engine oil should go off for 20 to 40 seconds and a'wamingchime may have a low level, it working ; If you may sound. f it doesn't come on... or message will oil go out. If you have a problem with the lightbe on , or the information center displays CHECK OIL LEVEL, it right away. Engine Oil Level Warning Light Message or When the CHECK OIL or OIL LEVEL warning light comes on , certain to turn all your battery. I it It...