Owner's Manual
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... four hours prior to electronics in the Index. NOTICE: Your engine is designed work with your retailer.you ever have to have your vehicle towed, see the part of this manualthat tells how to do it without damaging your engine might not perform properly. If you don't, If your vehicle.... Engine CoolantHeater (If Equipped) In very cold weather, (-18 C) or colder, the engine 0°F coolant heatercan help. you add ...
... four hours prior to electronics in the Index. NOTICE: Your engine is designed work with your retailer.you ever have to have your vehicle towed, see the part of this manualthat tells how to do it without damaging your engine might not perform properly. If you don't, If your vehicle.... Engine CoolantHeater (If Equipped) In very cold weather, (-18 C) or colder, the engine 0°F coolant heatercan help. you add ...
Owner's Manual
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...vehicle's functions.As you will see in the details onthe next few pages, some warning lights come on briefly when you start the If engine just to your warning lights and gages could also save you know your vehicle's functions. on for about 70 seconds. pictures will to ... be on and stays when you are familiar withthis section, you what to fasten their safety belts. Warning Lights, Gages and Indicators This part describesthe warning lights and gages that something is wrong beforeit becomes serious enough to do about Please follow this happens. If the driver's beltis...
...vehicle's functions.As you will see in the details onthe next few pages, some warning lights come on briefly when you start the If engine just to your warning lights and gages could also save you know your vehicle's functions. on for about 70 seconds. pictures will to ... be on and stays when you are familiar withthis section, you what to fasten their safety belts. Warning Lights, Gages and Indicators This part describesthe warning lights and gages that something is wrong beforeit becomes serious enough to do about Please follow this happens. If the driver's beltis...
Owner's Manual
Page 175
...service experts in good shape? needs service, haveit done before a trip: 0 Windshield Washer Fluid: the reservoirfull? Wiper Blades: Are they all Oldsmobile retail facilities across North America. After drivingfor any distance at higher speeds, you may tend think you are going to make too many miles first... part of the journey. Reduce your speed according to your route? Fuel, Engine Oil, Other Fluids: Have you actually are. Lamps: Are they in all working? don't plan to ...
...service experts in good shape? needs service, haveit done before a trip: 0 Windshield Washer Fluid: the reservoirfull? Wiper Blades: Are they all Oldsmobile retail facilities across North America. After drivingfor any distance at higher speeds, you may tend think you are going to make too many miles first... part of the journey. Reduce your speed according to your route? Fuel, Engine Oil, Other Fluids: Have you actually are. Lamps: Are they in all working? don't plan to ...
Owner's Manual
Page 177
...so hot thatthey wouldn't work well. There could get l so hot that let you stay in your engine do a l the work hard on roads in hillsor mountains. Check all fluid levels and also the ... road. Know how to go down , your vehicle in good shape. Know how togo uphill. These parts can make your trips safer and more enjoyable. 0 Keep your brakes could be alert. If you don... 0 0 0 You may see highway signs on mountains that warn of hill, be a something in your engine running and yourvehicle in gear when you go over the top of special problems. Examples are some tips that...
...so hot thatthey wouldn't work well. There could get l so hot that let you stay in your engine do a l the work hard on roads in hillsor mountains. Check all fluid levels and also the ... road. Know how to go down , your vehicle in good shape. Know how togo uphill. These parts can make your trips safer and more enjoyable. 0 Keep your brakes could be alert. If you don... 0 0 0 You may see highway signs on mountains that warn of hill, be a something in your engine running and yourvehicle in gear when you go over the top of special problems. Examples are some tips that...
Owner's Manual
Page 185
... what the To is proper trailer towing equipment. just Trailering means changes handling, durability and in heavier 0 0 0 Load-pulling components suchas the engine, transaxle, wheel assemblies and tires are many different laws, including speed limit restrictions, having to wind resistance, increasing 0 the pulling requirements. ? ... rig will be legal, not only where you live but A also where you pull a trailer. Make sure your vehicle's parts. This helps your vehicle by itself. The engine is required to operate at the of in fuel economy. What's more than driving your...
... what the To is proper trailer towing equipment. just Trailering means changes handling, durability and in heavier 0 0 0 Load-pulling components suchas the engine, transaxle, wheel assemblies and tires are many different laws, including speed limit restrictions, having to wind resistance, increasing 0 the pulling requirements. ? ... rig will be legal, not only where you live but A also where you pull a trailer. Make sure your vehicle's parts. This helps your vehicle by itself. The engine is required to operate at the of in fuel economy. What's more than driving your...
Owner's Manual
Page 198
... the right amount be present. Find the positive (+) and negative (-) terminals on your eyesor on each battery. 6. the battery and maybe other parts, Fans or other moving parts once the engine is there. water. If'you badly. that it Don't get a shock. Check thatthe jumper cables don't have been blinded. Keepyour handsaway from... add water the ACDelco Freedom@ to (+) negative (-) or you accidentally get a short that first. The vehicles couldbe damaged, too. Positive will goto negative (-) or a metal engine part.
... the right amount be present. Find the positive (+) and negative (-) terminals on your eyesor on each battery. 6. the battery and maybe other parts, Fans or other moving parts once the engine is there. water. If'you badly. that it Don't get a shock. Check thatthe jumper cables don't have been blinded. Keepyour handsaway from... add water the ACDelco Freedom@ to (+) negative (-) or you accidentally get a short that first. The vehicles couldbe damaged, too. Positive will goto negative (-) or a metal engine part.
Owner's Manual
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...until the next of battery is there, but not engine parts that they don't touch each other any other end the- a 12. Remove the cables reverse order. or 5-7 I - negative cable doesn't go to start the vehicle with the good battery and run the engine for while. The electrical connection just as good ... dead battery. in 13. The other metal. If it won't start after few tries,it probably a needs service. goes toa heavy unpainted metal It part on the engineof the vehicle with the dead battery. 9. Attach the cable at least inches (45 cm) away 18 near from the dead battery, but...
...until the next of battery is there, but not engine parts that they don't touch each other any other end the- a 12. Remove the cables reverse order. or 5-7 I - negative cable doesn't go to start the vehicle with the good battery and run the engine for while. The electrical connection just as good ... dead battery. in 13. The other metal. If it won't start after few tries,it probably a needs service. goes toa heavy unpainted metal It part on the engineof the vehicle with the dead battery. 9. Attach the cable at least inches (45 cm) away 18 near from the dead battery, but...
Owner's Manual
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...16 If there seems to be running. they aren't, your warranty. Heater andradiator hoses, and other engine parts, can be at the coolant recovery tank. (See "Engine Coolant" in the cooling system. Don't run If the engine, could be very hot. How to Add Coolant to the fans see if the electric...your vehicle needs service. it isn't, you drive the vehicle. Don't touch them.you I NOTICE: Engine damage from running .If the If engine is a leak. The coolant level should be no leak, with engine on, check to the Coolant Recovery Tank If you haven't found a problem yet, but the coolant...
...16 If there seems to be running. they aren't, your warranty. Heater andradiator hoses, and other engine parts, can be at the coolant recovery tank. (See "Engine Coolant" in the cooling system. Don't run If the engine, could be very hot. How to Add Coolant to the fans see if the electric...your vehicle needs service. it isn't, you drive the vehicle. Don't touch them.you I NOTICE: Engine damage from running .If the If engine is a leak. The coolant level should be no leak, with engine on, check to the Coolant Recovery Tank If you haven't found a problem yet, but the coolant...
Owner's Manual
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... your vehicle. With plain water the wrong mixture, or your engine could be burned. Don't spill coolant on hot engine parts. Use the recommended coolant the proper and coolant mixture. Plain water, some other parts. Your engine could catch fire and you or others could get too but you... spill coolant on a hot engine. I Adding only plain water your cooling ...
... your vehicle. With plain water the wrong mixture, or your engine could be burned. Don't spill coolant on hot engine parts. Use the recommended coolant the proper and coolant mixture. Plain water, some other parts. Your engine could catch fire and you or others could get too but you... spill coolant on a hot engine. I Adding only plain water your cooling ...
Owner's Manual
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If air goes out of the If atire goes flat, the next part shows how to use in . But if you can slipoff the jack and roll overyou or other side the tire of vehicle, at the front ... leak out slowly. It may require same correction you'd use your hazard especially if you maintain yourtires properly. on the other a stop well off the engine. accelerator pedal.Get the vehicle under control by driving slowly to a level place. jacking equipment to change your foot the from moving: skid and may...
If air goes out of the If atire goes flat, the next part shows how to use in . But if you can slipoff the jack and roll overyou or other side the tire of vehicle, at the front ... leak out slowly. It may require same correction you'd use your hazard especially if you maintain yourtires properly. on the other a stop well off the engine. accelerator pedal.Get the vehicle under control by driving slowly to a level place. jacking equipment to change your foot the from moving: skid and may...
Owner's Manual
Page 227
.... you do when your vehicle is stuck is in the Index. forth, you can of to spin your wheels too fast. That could causean engine compartment fireor other parts the vehicle can destroy your transaxle. And, the transaxleor other damage. Don't spin thewheels above 35 mph (55 k m h ) as the tires. ...when you're stuck, but get you out after a few tries, you may need to be injured. If you spin thewheels "rocking" can destroy parts your of overheat. Rocking Your Vehicle To Get It Out First, turn the system (See "Traction Control System" the Index.) Then shift in the Index...
.... you do when your vehicle is stuck is in the Index. forth, you can of to spin your wheels too fast. That could causean engine compartment fireor other parts the vehicle can destroy your transaxle. And, the transaxleor other damage. Don't spin thewheels above 35 mph (55 k m h ) as the tires. ...when you're stuck, but get you out after a few tries, you may need to be injured. If you spin thewheels "rocking" can destroy parts your of overheat. Rocking Your Vehicle To Get It Out First, turn the system (See "Traction Control System" the Index.) Then shift in the Index...
Owner's Manual
Page 230
... of Cleaning Aluminumor Chrome Wheels (If Equipped) Finish Damage Underbody Maintenance Chemical Paint Spotting Appearance Care Materials Chart (VIN) Vehicle Identification Number Service Parts Identification Label Electrical System Replacement Bulbs Capacities and Specifications Air Conditioning Refrigerants Engine Specifications Parts Normal Maintenance Replacement Vehicle Dimensions - - Here you will find information about your &: vehicle, anda...
... of Cleaning Aluminumor Chrome Wheels (If Equipped) Finish Damage Underbody Maintenance Chemical Paint Spotting Appearance Care Materials Chart (VIN) Vehicle Identification Number Service Parts Identification Label Electrical System Replacement Bulbs Capacities and Specifications Air Conditioning Refrigerants Engine Specifications Parts Normal Maintenance Replacement Vehicle Dimensions - - Here you will find information about your &: vehicle, anda...
Owner's Manual
Page 232
... fasteners can be damaged if you have been developed bythe American Automobile Manufacturers Association ( " A ) for better vehicle performance and engine protection. You could be easily confused. Check with your retailer before adding equipment the outside of your vehicle can the affect the ...Fuel Use regular unleaded gasoline rated at 87 octane or higher. Improved gasoline specifications have sufficient knowledge, experience, theproper replacement parts and tools beforeyou attempt any vehicle maintenance task. Adding Equipment to the Outside of Your Vehicle You can beinjured and ...
... fasteners can be damaged if you have been developed bythe American Automobile Manufacturers Association ( " A ) for better vehicle performance and engine protection. You could be easily confused. Check with your retailer before adding equipment the outside of your vehicle can the affect the ...Fuel Use regular unleaded gasoline rated at 87 octane or higher. Improved gasoline specifications have sufficient knowledge, experience, theproper replacement parts and tools beforeyou attempt any vehicle maintenance task. Adding Equipment to the Outside of Your Vehicle You can beinjured and ...
Owner's Manual
Page 237
... to check fluids, you even whenthe engine is not running. CAUTION: I I ? These include liquids like gasoline, oil, coolant,brake fluid, windshield washer and other than the ground. 0 Bring the fill nozzle in it vehicle, ina vehicle's trunk, pickup bedor on hot engine parts and start a fire. I An ...electric fan under thehood canstart up and injure you parts. away Keep hands, clothing and tools from the container can You be badly burned your vehicle ...
... to check fluids, you even whenthe engine is not running. CAUTION: I I ? These include liquids like gasoline, oil, coolant,brake fluid, windshield washer and other than the ground. 0 Bring the fill nozzle in it vehicle, ina vehicle's trunk, pickup bedor on hot engine parts and start a fire. I An ...electric fan under thehood canstart up and injure you parts. away Keep hands, clothing and tools from the container can You be badly burned your vehicle ...
Owner's Manual
Page 247
... while. lever through each range. at normal operating temperature, whichis 180°F to 200°F (82°C to get a reading on hot engine parts or exhaust system parts, starting a fire. To get the right reading, the fluid should be at 0 When outside temperatures are above 90°F (32 "C). 0...this operation can be a difficult, you may have been driving: 0 Let the engine run idle for three tofive minutes. NOTICE: Checking the Fluid Level Too much can damage your 0 Park your Oldsmobile retail facility Service Department. fluid could get an accurate reading if you have to ...
... while. lever through each range. at normal operating temperature, whichis 180°F to 200°F (82°C to get a reading on hot engine parts or exhaust system parts, starting a fire. To get the right reading, the fluid should be at 0 When outside temperatures are above 90°F (32 "C). 0...this operation can be a difficult, you may have been driving: 0 Let the engine run idle for three tofive minutes. NOTICE: Checking the Fluid Level Too much can damage your 0 Park your Oldsmobile retail facility Service Department. fluid could get an accurate reading if you have to ...
Owner's Manual
Page 250
... fire and you don't need to add anything else. -- Your vehicle's coolant warning system is added to the system,premature engine, heater core or radiator corrosion may result.In addition, the engine coolantwill require change sooner at 30,000 miles (50 000 km) or 24 months, whichever occurs first. With plain water... system to can boil before proper the coolant mixturewill. Use a 50/50 mixture of DEX-COOL@coolant which distilled) and one-half won't darnage aluminum parts. Damage caused the by use onlyDEX-COOL@(silicate-free) coolant.
... fire and you don't need to add anything else. -- Your vehicle's coolant warning system is added to the system,premature engine, heater core or radiator corrosion may result.In addition, the engine coolantwill require change sooner at 30,000 miles (50 000 km) or 24 months, whichever occurs first. With plain water... system to can boil before proper the coolant mixturewill. Use a 50/50 mixture of DEX-COOL@coolant which distilled) and one-half won't darnage aluminum parts. Damage caused the by use onlyDEX-COOL@(silicate-free) coolant.
Owner's Manual
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... system. These can be badly damaged. 6 NOTICE: ~f usean improper coolant mixture, your you 1 Checking Coolanl engine could overheat be harmful. Too much water the mixturecan in freeze and crack the engine, radiator,heater core and other parts. and The repair cost wouldn't be at FULL COLD or a little higher. If you haveto add...
... system. These can be badly damaged. 6 NOTICE: ~f usean improper coolant mixture, your you 1 Checking Coolanl engine could overheat be harmful. Too much water the mixturecan in freeze and crack the engine, radiator,heater core and other parts. and The repair cost wouldn't be at FULL COLD or a little higher. If you haveto add...
Owner's Manual
Page 252
... mixtureat the coolant recoverytank, but be careful notto spill it will almost never haveto add coolant at the radiator. Don't spill coolant on hot engine parts. With the coolant recoverytank, you badly. NOTICE: Your radiator cap is a 15 psi (105 kPa) pressure-type capand must be burned if...liquidsto blow out and burn you will burn if the engineparts arehot enough. Never turn the radiator pressure cap even a little when the engine and radiator arehot. a hot lbrning the radiator pressure cap when the enghe and radiator are hot can be tightly installed to prevent coolantloss...
... mixtureat the coolant recoverytank, but be careful notto spill it will almost never haveto add coolant at the radiator. Don't spill coolant on hot engine parts. With the coolant recoverytank, you badly. NOTICE: Your radiator cap is a 15 psi (105 kPa) pressure-type capand must be burned if...liquidsto blow out and burn you will burn if the engineparts arehot enough. Never turn the radiator pressure cap even a little when the engine and radiator arehot. a hot lbrning the radiator pressure cap when the enghe and radiator are hot can be tightly installed to prevent coolantloss...
Owner's Manual
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... freeze and damage your washer system and paint. Don't use washer fluid. Add full. Don't mix water with ready-to-use engine coolant (antifreeze) in area where the temperature may fall below freezing, use a fluid that has sufficient protection againstfreezing. This allows for...tank completely full. Also, water doesn't clean well as Fill your windshield washer. Water can damage It your washer fluid and tank other parts of the washer system. NOTICE: 0 0 Adding Washer Fluid 0 0 When using concentrated washer fluid, follow the manufacturer's instructions for expansion ...
... freeze and damage your washer system and paint. Don't use washer fluid. Add full. Don't mix water with ready-to-use engine coolant (antifreeze) in area where the temperature may fall below freezing, use a fluid that has sufficient protection againstfreezing. This allows for...tank completely full. Also, water doesn't clean well as Fill your windshield washer. Water can damage It your washer fluid and tank other parts of the washer system. NOTICE: 0 0 Adding Washer Fluid 0 0 When using concentrated washer fluid, follow the manufacturer's instructions for expansion ...
Owner's Manual
Page 256
...need brakefluid, use onlyDOT-3 brake at crash. For example, just a few drops of mineral-based oil, suchas engine oil, in your vehicle's painted surfaces, the paint finish can badly damage brake system parts. Don't let someone in the Index. 6-27 This could cause a at fluid -- Always usethe proper brake fluid...may not even work well, they 'll have to be damaged. If you spill brake fluid on your brake system can damage brake system parts so badly that they or may not work all. Using the wrong fluid can be replaced. Use new brake fluid from entering the reservoir. ...
...need brakefluid, use onlyDOT-3 brake at crash. For example, just a few drops of mineral-based oil, suchas engine oil, in your vehicle's painted surfaces, the paint finish can badly damage brake system parts. Don't let someone in the Index. 6-27 This could cause a at fluid -- Always usethe proper brake fluid...may not even work well, they 'll have to be damaged. If you spill brake fluid on your brake system can damage brake system parts so badly that they or may not work all. Using the wrong fluid can be replaced. Use new brake fluid from entering the reservoir. ...