Owner's Manual
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... perform vehicle maintenance and what to do if you have a problem while driving, such as a flat tire or overheated engine, etc. 6- 1 7-1 Service and Appearance Care Here the manual tells you how to keep your Aurora running properly and looking good. Comfort Controls and Audio Systems This section tells you how to adjust the ventilation and comfort controls and how to start and operate your audio system. @ The 1997 Aurora Owner's Manual 1-1 2-1 3-1 4-1 Seats...
... perform vehicle maintenance and what to do if you have a problem while driving, such as a flat tire or overheated engine, etc. 6- 1 7-1 Service and Appearance Care Here the manual tells you how to keep your Aurora running properly and looking good. Comfort Controls and Audio Systems This section tells you how to adjust the ventilation and comfort controls and how to start and operate your audio system. @ The 1997 Aurora Owner's Manual 1-1 2-1 3-1 4-1 Seats...
Owner's Manual
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... your control, such as bad drivers. Driver Position This part describes the driver's restraint system. Lap-Shoulder Belt The driver has lap-shoulder belt. Close and lock the door. Being a good driver doesn't protectyou from I home, why should I 'm a good driver, and never drive far from thingsbeyond your in Aurora, see "Seats" in certain crashes. First, you and your fault -- It is designed to know about safety belts...
... your control, such as bad drivers. Driver Position This part describes the driver's restraint system. Lap-Shoulder Belt The driver has lap-shoulder belt. Close and lock the door. Being a good driver doesn't protectyou from I home, why should I 'm a good driver, and never drive far from thingsbeyond your in Aurora, see "Seats" in certain crashes. First, you and your fault -- It is designed to know about safety belts...
Owner's Manual
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...mind that an unsecured child restraint can be seriously injured if the right front passenger's air bag inflates. Wherever you install it . Be sure toproperly secure any child restraint in the rear seat. Then follow the instructions forthe restraint. Where to do that you a forward...restraint properly. If it is, it meets Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards. Or, in the right front seat. Here's why: A child in a rear-facing child restraint can move around in a collision or sudden stop and injure people in a vehicle. The instructions that come with the infant or ...
...mind that an unsecured child restraint can be seriously injured if the right front passenger's air bag inflates. Wherever you install it . Be sure toproperly secure any child restraint in the rear seat. Then follow the instructions forthe restraint. Where to do that you a forward...restraint properly. If it is, it meets Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards. Or, in the right front seat. Here's why: A child in a rear-facing child restraint can move around in a collision or sudden stop and injure people in a vehicle. The instructions that come with the infant or ...
Owner's Manual
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...Locks Remote Lock Control Trunk Theft Universal Theft-Deterrent PASS-Key@I1 New Vehicle "Break-In" Ignition Positions Starting Your Engine Engine Coolant Heater Automatic Transaxle Operation Parking Brake Shifting IntoPARK (P) Shifting Outof PARK (P) Parking Over Things That Burn Engine Exhaust 2-33 2-34 2-35 2-35 2-44 2-46 2-50 2-54 2-59 2-59 2-60 2-6 1 2-64 2-68 2-80 Running Your Engine While You're Parked Windows Tilt Wheel Turn SignaUMultifunction Lever Lamps Interior Lamps Mirrors Storage Compartments Cellular Telephone Accessory Power Outlet Sunroof Universal Transmitter Instrument Panel...
...Locks Remote Lock Control Trunk Theft Universal Theft-Deterrent PASS-Key@I1 New Vehicle "Break-In" Ignition Positions Starting Your Engine Engine Coolant Heater Automatic Transaxle Operation Parking Brake Shifting IntoPARK (P) Shifting Outof PARK (P) Parking Over Things That Burn Engine Exhaust 2-33 2-34 2-35 2-35 2-44 2-46 2-50 2-54 2-59 2-59 2-60 2-6 1 2-64 2-68 2-80 Running Your Engine While You're Parked Windows Tilt Wheel Turn SignaUMultifunction Lever Lamps Interior Lamps Mirrors Storage Compartments Cellular Telephone Accessory Power Outlet Sunroof Universal Transmitter Instrument Panel...
Owner's Manual
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... when shifted into PARK (P). 1 2 3. Release the powerdoor lock switch. All doors automatically lock when shifted out of PARK (P). All doors automatically unlock when shifted into PARK (P). The automatic door locks will advance by one, going from Mode 3 to 0 to 1, etc. Press the LOCK button on the Remote Lock Control transmitter. All doorsautomatically lock when shifted out of PARK (P). NOTE: The door locks will remainin the most recent mode selected. 6. Press and hold the driver's power door lock switch through Step 4. Turn the ignition...
... when shifted into PARK (P). 1 2 3. Release the powerdoor lock switch. All doors automatically lock when shifted out of PARK (P). All doors automatically unlock when shifted into PARK (P). The automatic door locks will advance by one, going from Mode 3 to 0 to 1, etc. Press the LOCK button on the Remote Lock Control transmitter. All doorsautomatically lock when shifted out of PARK (P). NOTE: The door locks will remainin the most recent mode selected. 6. Press and hold the driver's power door lock switch through Step 4. Turn the ignition...
Owner's Manual
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... lock automatically after five seconds. To turn this feature. Lock delay is stilland all the doors have been closed again. Release the power door lock switch. All the doors will sound three times to program the exit seat position, which moves the seat completely down and back, follow these steps: 1. If you prefer to signal that the lock delay mode is in PARK (P). Delayed Locking This Personalization feature lets the driver...
... lock automatically after five seconds. To turn this feature. Lock delay is stilland all the doors have been closed again. Release the power door lock switch. All the doors will sound three times to program the exit seat position, which moves the seat completely down and back, follow these steps: 1. If you prefer to signal that the lock delay mode is in PARK (P). Delayed Locking This Personalization feature lets the driver...
Owner's Manual
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... to drive with the trunk lid gas open because carbon monoxide (CO) can come into your vehicle. It can help. With the ignition OFF and the driver's door open, you'll hear a chime reminding you to remove your heating cooling or system to steal. Your steering wheel will be locked, and so will force outside air into your valuables out of theft-deterrent features...
... to drive with the trunk lid gas open because carbon monoxide (CO) can come into your vehicle. It can help. With the ignition OFF and the driver's door open, you'll hear a chime reminding you to remove your heating cooling or system to steal. Your steering wheel will be locked, and so will force outside air into your valuables out of theft-deterrent features...
Owner's Manual
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... tu PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N). so, is shut off , you are using the correct if key; If it , be sure you will go of vehicle needs service. Your engine won't start in ? that's a safety feature. Key Reminder Warning If you open the driver's door. When the engine starts, let go down as the radio, power windows, and sunroof (if equipped) for up to such accessories as your Aurora is , then turn the steering wheel...
... tu PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N). so, is shut off , you are using the correct if key; If it , be sure you will go of vehicle needs service. Your engine won't start in ? that's a safety feature. Key Reminder Warning If you open the driver's door. When the engine starts, let go down as the radio, power windows, and sunroof (if equipped) for up to such accessories as your Aurora is , then turn the steering wheel...
Owner's Manual
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.... Hold the brake pedal down the parking by brake pedal with the parkingbrake on, theparkin brake indicator light stays on can move , even when you're onfairly level ground, use the steps that follow. Shifting Into PARK (P) NOTICE: Driving with the parking brake on . To be can cause You your rear brakes to drive with your left the engine running, the vehicle be sure your vehicle won't move...
.... Hold the brake pedal down the parking by brake pedal with the parkingbrake on, theparkin brake indicator light stays on can move , even when you're onfairly level ground, use the steps that follow. Shifting Into PARK (P) NOTICE: Driving with the parking brake on . To be can cause You your rear brakes to drive with your left the engine running, the vehicle be sure your vehicle won't move...
Owner's Manual
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... close the driver's door to NEUTRAL (N). 4. of Shifting Out of Step 4. 3. Apply and hold the brake pedal down but still can pull the shift lever out PARK (P). Start the vehicle and then shift tothe drive gear you cannot shift out of the pressure from PARK (P) when the ignition is called "torque lock." prevent torque lock, the parking brake and then shift set into PARK (P) as you release the parking brake. You have another vehicle push yours...
... close the driver's door to NEUTRAL (N). 4. of Shifting Out of Step 4. 3. Apply and hold the brake pedal down but still can pull the shift lever out PARK (P). Start the vehicle and then shift tothe drive gear you cannot shift out of the pressure from PARK (P) when the ignition is called "torque lock." prevent torque lock, the parking brake and then shift set into PARK (P) as you release the parking brake. You have another vehicle push yours...
Owner's Manual
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Press and release the cupholder cover to lock it , lift the front edge. The front armrest opens into a storage area. To open . Push the cupholder forward to open it when in use. Lift the top of the storage area is a cupholder. Pull down the bolster in use the ... the interior door to use . 2-55 Press the cupholder back to its recessed position when not in the back seat to access the trunk. In front of the armrest for cassettes, compact discs and coins. Front Storage Armrest Rear Storage Armrest Your Aurora has a rear storage armrest with a pass-through feature.
Press and release the cupholder cover to lock it , lift the front edge. The front armrest opens into a storage area. To open . Push the cupholder forward to open it when in use. Lift the top of the storage area is a cupholder. Pull down the bolster in use the ... the interior door to use . 2-55 Press the cupholder back to its recessed position when not in the back seat to access the trunk. In front of the armrest for cassettes, compact discs and coins. Front Storage Armrest Rear Storage Armrest Your Aurora has a rear storage armrest with a pass-through feature.
Owner's Manual
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... extended period of time when the system is turned on , so adjust your driving accordingly. The traction controlsystem warning light may exist if the traction control system active light comes on , your vehicle needs service. 2-73 To turn off and the warning light will come on . If your brakes cool down. If you turn the system off by an engine-related problem, the system will turn off and the warning light...
... extended period of time when the system is turned on , so adjust your driving accordingly. The traction controlsystem warning light may exist if the traction control system active light comes on , your vehicle needs service. 2-73 To turn off and the warning light will come on . If your brakes cool down. If you turn the system off by an engine-related problem, the system will turn off and the warning light...
Owner's Manual
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... "E" (Empty) mark. Press the FUEL button on , your fuel gage: 0 At the service station,the gas pump shuts off the warning. 0 Here are fourthings that some owners ask about 1.5 gallons (5.6 L) in the tank. The gage moves a little when you have left. You should still get more or lessthan half the tank's capacity to fill the tank. The tank is not necessarily empty when...
... "E" (Empty) mark. Press the FUEL button on , your fuel gage: 0 At the service station,the gas pump shuts off the warning. 0 Here are fourthings that some owners ask about 1.5 gallons (5.6 L) in the tank. The gage moves a little when you have left. You should still get more or lessthan half the tank's capacity to fill the tank. The tank is not necessarily empty when...
Owner's Manual
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... same time. To increase the fan speed,rotate the AUTO FAN knob to the lowerfloor outlets and the front defroster. This is helpful when you are trying to cool the interior of the vehicle quickly or limit the amount of the airflow to the windshield with some airflow to the side window defrosters and lower floor outlets. TheRECIRC button and the AUTO-PUSH...
... same time. To increase the fan speed,rotate the AUTO FAN knob to the lowerfloor outlets and the front defroster. This is helpful when you are trying to cool the interior of the vehicle quickly or limit the amount of the airflow to the windshield with some airflow to the side window defrosters and lower floor outlets. TheRECIRC button and the AUTO-PUSH...
Owner's Manual
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... highest gear while driving -- otherwise, shift to NEUTRAL (N); Also, see orhear no longer have the warning, turn 0fSth.e engine and get everyone out o the vehicle until it cools down. be too serious..Sometimes the engine can get a little too when you: hot Climb a long hill on a hot day. 0 0 If you no steam, the problem may decide not to lift the hood but see "Overheated f Engine...
... highest gear while driving -- otherwise, shift to NEUTRAL (N); Also, see orhear no longer have the warning, turn 0fSth.e engine and get everyone out o the vehicle until it cools down. be too serious..Sometimes the engine can get a little too when you: hot Climb a long hill on a hot day. 0 0 If you no steam, the problem may decide not to lift the hood but see "Overheated f Engine...
Owner's Manual
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... 6-52 Service Fuel Checking Things Under the Hood Engine Oil Air Cleaner Automatic Transaxle Fluid Engine Coolant Windshield Washer Fluid Brakes Battery Bulb Replacement Headlamp Aiming Tires Appearance Care 6-53 6-57 6-59 6-59 6-60 6-6 1 6-62 6-65 6-72 6-73 6-74 6-74 6-74 6-74 Cleaning the Inside of Your Aurora Cleaning the Outside of Your Aurora Underbody Maintenance Chemical Paint Spotting Appearance Care Materials Chart Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) Electrical System Removing the Rear Seat Cushion Replacement Bulbs Capacities and Specifications Air Conditioning Refrigerants Engine...
... 6-52 Service Fuel Checking Things Under the Hood Engine Oil Air Cleaner Automatic Transaxle Fluid Engine Coolant Windshield Washer Fluid Brakes Battery Bulb Replacement Headlamp Aiming Tires Appearance Care 6-53 6-57 6-59 6-59 6-60 6-6 1 6-62 6-65 6-72 6-73 6-74 6-74 6-74 6-74 Cleaning the Inside of Your Aurora Cleaning the Outside of Your Aurora Underbody Maintenance Chemical Paint Spotting Appearance Care Materials Chart Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) Electrical System Removing the Rear Seat Cushion Replacement Bulbs Capacities and Specifications Air Conditioning Refrigerants Engine...
Owner's Manual
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... your vehicle will be repaired well because of the size orlocation of tires you driving. If you mix tires of different sizes or types (radial andbias-belted tires), the vehicle may also cause damage to your tires have an all wheels. A CAUTION: Mixing tires could have tires that are the same size, load range, speed rating and construction type (bias, bias-belted or radial) as your vehicle. Buying New Tires...
... your vehicle will be repaired well because of the size orlocation of tires you driving. If you mix tires of different sizes or types (radial andbias-belted tires), the vehicle may also cause damage to your tires have an all wheels. A CAUTION: Mixing tires could have tires that are the same size, load range, speed rating and construction type (bias, bias-belted or radial) as your vehicle. Buying New Tires...
Owner's Manual
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...,500 Miles (112 500 km) 0Change engineoil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). Inspectfuel cap gasket for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote+.) 0Replace air cleaner filter. An Emission Control Service. (See footnote *.) 17 Lubricate chassis components(or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.) 0Rotate tires. Replace parts as needed. An Emission Control Service. 0Inspect fuel tank, cap...
...,500 Miles (112 500 km) 0Change engineoil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). Inspectfuel cap gasket for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote+.) 0Replace air cleaner filter. An Emission Control Service. (See footnote *.) 17 Lubricate chassis components(or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.) 0Rotate tires. Replace parts as needed. An Emission Control Service. 0Inspect fuel tank, cap...
Owner's Manual
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....) CURRENT PUBLICATIONS FOR1997 OLDSMOBILE SERVICE MANUALS Service Manuals havethe diagnosis and repair information on unit repair service procedures, adjustments and specifications for all models. PLEASE COMPLETE THE ORDER FORM SHOWN ON THE FOLLOWING PAGE AND MAIL TO: Helm, Incorporated P.O. RETAIL SELL PRICE:$1 5.00 Without Portfolio: Owner's Manual only. RETAIL SELL PRICE:$90.00 TRANSMISSION, TRANSAXLE, TRANSFER CASE UNIT REPAIR MANUAL This manual provides information on engines, transmission, axle, suspension, brakes, electrical, steering, body, etc. Each bulletin...
....) CURRENT PUBLICATIONS FOR1997 OLDSMOBILE SERVICE MANUALS Service Manuals havethe diagnosis and repair information on unit repair service procedures, adjustments and specifications for all models. PLEASE COMPLETE THE ORDER FORM SHOWN ON THE FOLLOWING PAGE AND MAIL TO: Helm, Incorporated P.O. RETAIL SELL PRICE:$1 5.00 Without Portfolio: Owner's Manual only. RETAIL SELL PRICE:$90.00 TRANSMISSION, TRANSAXLE, TRANSFER CASE UNIT REPAIR MANUAL This manual provides information on engines, transmission, axle, suspension, brakes, electrical, steering, body, etc. Each bulletin...
Owner's Manual
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... Your Air Bag-Equipped Aurora ...'1-25 Sheet Metal Damage ...6-58 2-25 ShiftLever ...Shifting Automatic Transaxle ...2-25 2-29 Into Park (P) ...2-31 Out of Park (P) ...Selectable ...2-28 Shoulder Belt Tightness Adjustment ...1-13 Signaling Turns ...2-36 Shdding ...4-15 Sound Equipment. Reclining Front ...Seats Controls ...1-2 1-4 Heated ...1-3 Lumbar Control ...Memory Seat and Mirrors ...1.3. 2. 1 1 Power ...1-2 Removing the Rear Cushion ...6-65 Securing a Child Restraint ...1-37. 1-39. 1-41 Second Gear. Publications. Cleaning ...6-54 Starter Switch Check ...7-41 Starting Your Engine...
... Your Air Bag-Equipped Aurora ...'1-25 Sheet Metal Damage ...6-58 2-25 ShiftLever ...Shifting Automatic Transaxle ...2-25 2-29 Into Park (P) ...2-31 Out of Park (P) ...Selectable ...2-28 Shoulder Belt Tightness Adjustment ...1-13 Signaling Turns ...2-36 Shdding ...4-15 Sound Equipment. Reclining Front ...Seats Controls ...1-2 1-4 Heated ...1-3 Lumbar Control ...Memory Seat and Mirrors ...1.3. 2. 1 1 Power ...1-2 Removing the Rear Cushion ...6-65 Securing a Child Restraint ...1-37. 1-39. 1-41 Second Gear. Publications. Cleaning ...6-54 Starter Switch Check ...7-41 Starting Your Engine...
