Owner's Manual
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...alphabetical listing almost every subjectin this manual. You can use your vehicle running properly and looking good. The 1998 Oldsrnobile Eighty Eight Owner's Manual 1-1 Seats and Restraint Systems This section tellsyou how to start and operate your vehicle. It also explains the "SRS" system. 2-1 3-1 4- 1 5- 1 ...belts properly. to get service and owner publications. Customer Assistance Information This section tells you how to contact Oldsmobile assistance and how to as 6- 1 7-1 8-1 Service and Appearance Care Here the manual tells you want to drive under different conditions...
...alphabetical listing almost every subjectin this manual. You can use your vehicle running properly and looking good. The 1998 Oldsrnobile Eighty Eight Owner's Manual 1-1 Seats and Restraint Systems This section tellsyou how to start and operate your vehicle. It also explains the "SRS" system. 2-1 3-1 4- 1 5- 1 ...belts properly. to get service and owner publications. Customer Assistance Information This section tells you how to contact Oldsmobile assistance and how to as 6- 1 7-1 8-1 Service and Appearance Care Here the manual tells you want to drive under different conditions...
Owner's Manual
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Most accidents occur within miles (40 km) of (65 km/h). Be aware that isn't your fault you can sit up straight. We'll start with the driver position. Andthe greatest numberof serious injuries and deaths occur at speeds less than40 mph of 25 home. First, you'll want to ...
Most accidents occur within miles (40 km) of (65 km/h). Be aware that isn't your fault you can sit up straight. We'll start with the driver position. Andthe greatest numberof serious injuries and deaths occur at speeds less than40 mph of 25 home. First, you'll want to ...
Owner's Manual
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... System CAUTION: (Continued) (SRS) or air bag system. - When a safety belt worn properly, it . For pregnant women, asfor anyone, the key to work only in start again. Your vehicle has "Next Generation" reduced-force -frontal air bags one thing. If you are usingthe buckle see this happens,just let the belt...
... System CAUTION: (Continued) (SRS) or air bag system. - When a safety belt worn properly, it . For pregnant women, asfor anyone, the key to work only in start again. Your vehicle has "Next Generation" reduced-force -frontal air bags one thing. If you are usingthe buckle see this happens,just let the belt...
Owner's Manual
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.... If this ever happens, and then you can still inflate during improper service. You don't want the system to water that soaks the carpet, you start your vehicle, the damage could make sure the person performing work for is qualified you are close to if You replace the air bags as...
.... If this ever happens, and then you can still inflate during improper service. You don't want the system to water that soaks the carpet, you start your vehicle, the damage could make sure the person performing work for is qualified you are close to if You replace the air bags as...
Owner's Manual
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... 2- 16 2-18 2-19 2-20 2-24 2-25 Keys Door Locks (If Remote Lock Control Equipped) TrUnk Theft PASS-Key@ I1 New Vehicle "Break-In" Ignition Positions Starting Your Engine Engine Coolant Heater (If Equipped) Automatic Transaxle Operation Parking Brake Shifting Into PARK (P) 2-28 2-28 2-29 2-29 2-30 2-32 2-38 2-4 1 2-44 2-48 2-5 1 2-52...
... 2- 16 2-18 2-19 2-20 2-24 2-25 Keys Door Locks (If Remote Lock Control Equipped) TrUnk Theft PASS-Key@ I1 New Vehicle "Break-In" Ignition Positions Starting Your Engine Engine Coolant Heater (If Equipped) Automatic Transaxle Operation Parking Brake Shifting Into PARK (P) 2-28 2-28 2-29 2-29 2-30 2-32 2-38 2-4 1 2-44 2-48 2-5 1 2-52...
Owner's Manual
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If someon key tries to the engine. Then take the door key with you. This discourages someonefrom randomly trying different When the PASS-Key II system senses that someone is using the wrong key, shuts down the vehicle's starter it and fuel systems. For about three minutes, the starter won't work andfuel won't go to start your vehicle again or uses another not during this time, the vehicle will start.
If someon key tries to the engine. Then take the door key with you. This discourages someonefrom randomly trying different When the PASS-Key II system senses that someone is using the wrong key, shuts down the vehicle's starter it and fuel systems. For about three minutes, the starter won't work andfuel won't go to start your vehicle again or uses another not during this time, the vehicle will start.
Owner's Manual
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... a key that has a damaged or missing resistor pellet, starter won't work. Turnthe ignition off . At this time, you may not start.If the engine does not start , the first vehicle needs service. your retailer. Center at 1-800-442-OLDS (6537). your retailer or a locksmith who can service If... start and the SECURITY light is to have a new key made . In Canada, call the Oldsmobile Roadside Assistance locksmith who can service the PASS-KeyII. or See your on, 1 engine if you lose...
... a key that has a damaged or missing resistor pellet, starter won't work. Turnthe ignition off . At this time, you may not start.If the engine does not start , the first vehicle needs service. your retailer. Center at 1-800-442-OLDS (6537). your retailer or a locksmith who can service If... start and the SECURITY light is to have a new key made . In Canada, call the Oldsmobile Roadside Assistance locksmith who can service the PASS-KeyII. or See your on, 1 engine if you lose...
Owner's Manual
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Don't make full-throttle starts. Follow this posltion can you operate your new brake linings aren't yet broken Hdrd stops with linings can in the Indexfor With the ignition key ...
Don't make full-throttle starts. Follow this posltion can you operate your new brake linings aren't yet broken Hdrd stops with linings can in the Indexfor With the ignition key ...
Owner's Manual
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...'t in any accessories. so, is not running . But can remove the key. Retained Accessory Power Equipped) (If Ifyou have option, after you start your vehicle. But turn the key hard. Poweris turned off and the key is in ?If it all way in the ignition. RUN (D): This... to display some instrument panel warning lights. Always leave your key LOCK. OFF (C): This position unlocksthe steering wheel, ignition and transaxle, but never push-start your engine and releasethe switch. If you leave your keys in LOCK, your battery will hear a warning tone when you open a door. LOCK ...
...'t in any accessories. so, is not running . But can remove the key. Retained Accessory Power Equipped) (If Ifyou have option, after you start your vehicle. But turn the key hard. Poweris turned off and the key is in ?If it all way in the ignition. RUN (D): This... to display some instrument panel warning lights. Always leave your key LOCK. OFF (C): This position unlocksthe steering wheel, ignition and transaxle, but never push-start your engine and releasethe switch. If you leave your keys in LOCK, your battery will hear a warning tone when you open a door. LOCK ...
Owner's Manual
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... (P) or NEUTRAL (N). If your engine starts. If the vehicle starts briefly but then stops), it doesn't start in START for This clears the extra gasoline from the engine. Starting Your Engine Move your ignition key to START. NOTICE: Don't try to help avoid draining your battery or damaging your Oldsmobile is stopped. Starting Your 3800 Series I1 Engine...
... (P) or NEUTRAL (N). If your engine starts. If the vehicle starts briefly but then stops), it doesn't start in START for This clears the extra gasoline from the engine. Starting Your Engine Move your ignition key to START. NOTICE: Don't try to help avoid draining your battery or damaging your Oldsmobile is stopped. Starting Your 3800 Series I1 Engine...
Owner's Manual
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...) In very cold weather, (-18 C) or colder, the engine 0°F coolant heatercan help. You'll get easier starting your vehicle. Usually, the coolant heater should be plugged minimumof in a four hours prior to starting and better fuel economy during engine warm-up. you add electrical If parts oraccessories, you ever have to...
...) In very cold weather, (-18 C) or colder, the engine 0°F coolant heatercan help. You'll get easier starting your vehicle. Usually, the coolant heater should be plugged minimumof in a four hours prior to starting and better fuel economy during engine warm-up. you add electrical If parts oraccessories, you ever have to...
Owner's Manual
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...front wheels. If you don't, it was before to use a I heavy-duty three-prong extension cord for rated at least 15 amps. , 0000000 P R N a 3 2 1 : .:., I Before starting theengine, be sure to unplug and .;store the as it could be seriously injured. The retailer can give you vehicle can't move easily. Plug the... that Automatic Transaxle Operation Plugging the cord an ungrounded outlet into a properly grounded three-prong 110-volt AC outlet.f the cordwon't reach, use when start your engine because your you the best advice for your le s h PARK (P): This locks your vehicle.
...front wheels. If you don't, it was before to use a I heavy-duty three-prong extension cord for rated at least 15 amps. , 0000000 P R N a 3 2 1 : .:., I Before starting theengine, be sure to unplug and .;store the as it could be seriously injured. The retailer can give you vehicle can't move easily. Plug the... that Automatic Transaxle Operation Plugging the cord an ungrounded outlet into a properly grounded three-prong 110-volt AC outlet.f the cordwon't reach, use when start your engine because your you the best advice for your le s h PARK (P): This locks your vehicle.
Owner's Manual
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... PARK (P) and also release shift lever button on . Shift to PARK (P). I you have left the f engine running unless you wish. (Press shift lever button before starting the engine. Ensure the shift lever is fully in PARK (P) range before the moving forward could damage your vehicle if the shift leveris not fully...
... PARK (P) and also release shift lever button on . Shift to PARK (P). I you have left the f engine running unless you wish. (Press shift lever button before starting the engine. Ensure the shift lever is fully in PARK (P) range before the moving forward could damage your vehicle if the shift leveris not fully...
Owner's Manual
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... your vehicleis being towed. Going less than about 35 mph (55 km/h), push your foot is at dangerous. to NOTICE: If your vehicle seems to start up rather slowly, or if it seems not to your transaxle caused shifting out by your vehicle serviced right away. This AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE (0): positionis NEUTRAL...
... your vehicleis being towed. Going less than about 35 mph (55 km/h), push your foot is at dangerous. to NOTICE: If your vehicle seems to start up rather slowly, or if it seems not to your transaxle caused shifting out by your vehicle serviced right away. This AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE (0): positionis NEUTRAL...
Owner's Manual
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... To set , the brake the light will stay on your right foot. When youlift your left foot. You have to the released position. If you start to keep the trailer from moving. Push down with your right and pushthe park brake foot pedal with the parking brake can cause on and...
... To set , the brake the light will stay on your right foot. When youlift your left foot. You have to the released position. If you start to keep the trailer from moving. Push down with your right and pushthe park brake foot pedal with the parking brake can cause on and...
Owner's Manual
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Shifting Outof PARK (P) Your vehicle has a brake-transaxle shift interlock. push theshift lever a l the wayinto PARK (P)as you ever hold the brake until the endStep 4. Start the vehicle and thenshift to the drive gear I II ... 1 1. Turn the ignition key OW. Things that can burn. Parking Over Things That Burl1 If you ...
Shifting Outof PARK (P) Your vehicle has a brake-transaxle shift interlock. push theshift lever a l the wayinto PARK (P)as you ever hold the brake until the endStep 4. Start the vehicle and thenshift to the drive gear I II ... 1 1. Turn the ignition key OW. Things that can burn. Parking Over Things That Burl1 If you ...
Owner's Manual
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... positions allow or you to flash. To signal a turn signal has two upward (for right) and two downward (for left) positions. Holdthere until the arrow starts to signal a turn is finished, the lever will flashin the direction of the turnor lane change , raise or lower the lever just until you release...
... positions allow or you to flash. To signal a turn signal has two upward (for right) and two downward (for left) positions. Holdthere until the arrow starts to signal a turn is finished, the lever will flashin the direction of the turnor lane change , raise or lower the lever just until you release...
Owner's Manual
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... be set a long or short delay for less than the band marked WIPER. To spray washer is low, band on it there until the wipers start, then let go. you want more For a single wiping cycle, the band to your preset speed. turn it . avoid To damage, be very useful light...
... be set a long or short delay for less than the band marked WIPER. To spray washer is low, band on it there until the wipers start, then let go. you want more For a single wiping cycle, the band to your preset speed. turn it . avoid To damage, be very useful light...
Owner's Manual
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These turn off if you start the engine or activate lamps will turn transmitter, lamps inside your vehicle will come for on . press either front door or press the UNLOCK button ...
These turn off if you start the engine or activate lamps will turn transmitter, lamps inside your vehicle will come for on . press either front door or press the UNLOCK button ...
Owner's Manual
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... net. For heavier loads, store them from the heating element when it won't be able to back away from falling over during sharp or quick starts and stops. you can make it just inside the back wall the trunk. It can unhook the net that burn into your hand in all...
... net. For heavier loads, store them from the heating element when it won't be able to back away from falling over during sharp or quick starts and stops. you can make it just inside the back wall the trunk. It can unhook the net that burn into your hand in all...
