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... an alphabetical listing almost every subjectin this manual. to Maintenance Schedule This section tellsyou when to perform vehicle maintenance and what do if you how to adjust the ventilation and comfort controls and how...properly. Customer Assistance Information This section tells you want to drive under different conditions. The 1998 Oldsrnobile Eighty Eight Owner's Manual 1-1 Seats and Restraint Systems This section tellsyou how to... and the Road Here you'll find of something you how to contact Oldsmobile assistance and how to use. i You can use it to quickly find helpful information and...
... an alphabetical listing almost every subjectin this manual. to Maintenance Schedule This section tellsyou when to perform vehicle maintenance and what do if you how to adjust the ventilation and comfort controls and how...properly. Customer Assistance Information This section tells you want to drive under different conditions. The 1998 Oldsrnobile Eighty Eight Owner's Manual 1-1 Seats and Restraint Systems This section tellsyou how to... and the Road Here you'll find of something you how to contact Oldsmobile assistance and how to use. i You can use it to quickly find helpful information and...
Owner's Manual
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... retailer and the Eighty-Eight Service Manual have to minutes after theignition key is working on your vehicle, the damage could make sure the person performing work for is bag can still inflate during improper service. Don't let anyonestart the vehicle, even to water that soaks the carpet, you to inflate...
... retailer and the Eighty-Eight Service Manual have to minutes after theignition key is working on your vehicle, the damage could make sure the person performing work for is bag can still inflate during improper service. Don't let anyonestart the vehicle, even to water that soaks the carpet, you to inflate...
Owner's Manual
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..., you operate your new brake linings aren't yet broken Hdrd stops with linings can in . Pressthe ignition i n switch as you the top of it will perform better in guideline every time you turn the switchto five positions. more informatio%.;, ;i.;;~ ' .i : _1 ~Siw,: ' b Follow this time your electrical power accessories. A E ? C -- -- I ::. During this breaking...
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Owner's Manual
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If you could changethe way the engine operates. O 2-19 NOTICE: Your engine is designed work with your retailer.you don't, If your engine might not perform properly. you add electrical If parts oraccessories, you ever have to have your vehicle towed, see the part of this manualthat tells how to do ...
If you could changethe way the engine operates. O 2-19 NOTICE: Your engine is designed work with your retailer.you don't, If your engine might not perform properly. you add electrical If parts oraccessories, you ever have to have your vehicle towed, see the part of this manualthat tells how to do ...
Owner's Manual
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... slower. Then steer around the problem. "Traction Control" in Emergencies There are straight ahead. Ty to adjust your front wheels are times when steering can perform very well emergencies like do their work where the tires meet cars and stops right front of those places. remove as much of you 're...
... slower. Then steer around the problem. "Traction Control" in Emergencies There are straight ahead. Ty to adjust your front wheels are times when steering can perform very well emergencies like do their work where the tires meet cars and stops right front of those places. remove as much of you 're...
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NOTICE: 8 T After installing the compact spare your vehicle, on the rails. course, it's Of best to perform well at speeds up 65 mph (105 k / ) distances up to3,000 miles (5 000 km), m hfor so you can get caught on you want. The compact ...
NOTICE: 8 T After installing the compact spare your vehicle, on the rails. course, it's Of best to perform well at speeds up 65 mph (105 k / ) distances up to3,000 miles (5 000 km), m hfor so you can get caught on you want. The compact ...
Owner's Manual
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... marks: one air Your vehicle has an bag system. Index. Genuine GM parts have of any service work , you'll want to use the proper Oldsmobile Service Manual. See "Maintenance Record"in the Index. hope you'll go to service your vehicle than this manual can.To order the proper service... Owner Publications" the in We hope you'll want to keep a record with it. Before attempting to do some your own service work you date perform. It be happy with parts receipts and list all your service needs.
... marks: one air Your vehicle has an bag system. Index. Genuine GM parts have of any service work , you'll want to use the proper Oldsmobile Service Manual. See "Maintenance Record"in the Index. hope you'll go to service your vehicle than this manual can.To order the proper service... Owner Publications" the in We hope you'll want to keep a record with it. Before attempting to do some your own service work you date perform. It be happy with parts receipts and list all your service needs.
Owner's Manual
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...At a minimum, should meet specifications it . If you have been developed bythe American Automobile Manufacturers Association ( " A ) for better vehicle performance and engine protection. Check with your retailer before adding equipment the outside of your vehicle could be easily confused. Fuel Use regular unleaded gasoline.... "English"and "metric" fasteners can the affect the airflow aroundit. This may cause wind noise and affect windshield washer performance. Be sure to use the wrong fasteners,parts can beinjured and your vehicle can be damaged if you might add to ...
...At a minimum, should meet specifications it . If you have been developed bythe American Automobile Manufacturers Association ( " A ) for better vehicle performance and engine protection. Check with your retailer before adding equipment the outside of your vehicle could be easily confused. Fuel Use regular unleaded gasoline.... "English"and "metric" fasteners can the affect the airflow aroundit. This may cause wind noise and affect windshield washer performance. Be sure to use the wrong fasteners,parts can beinjured and your vehicle can be damaged if you might add to ...
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...MMT. for federal specifications, but emission control system performake may fail a smog-check test.If this occurs, return to your authorized Oldsmobile retailer diagnosis for emissions contain an octane-enhancing additive called methylcyclopentadienyl manganese tricarbonyl (MMT); In the eventit is of of determined that ... means you have buy a higher octane fuel to get rid to operate on .If this occurs, return to meet control system performance may be affected. turn on fuels that meet California Emission use of pinging. General Motors does not recommend the If your vehicleis ...
...MMT. for federal specifications, but emission control system performake may fail a smog-check test.If this occurs, return to your authorized Oldsmobile retailer diagnosis for emissions contain an octane-enhancing additive called methylcyclopentadienyl manganese tricarbonyl (MMT); In the eventit is of of determined that ... means you have buy a higher octane fuel to get rid to operate on .If this occurs, return to meet control system performance may be affected. turn on fuels that meet California Emission use of pinging. General Motors does not recommend the If your vehicleis ...
Owner's Manual
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...apply brakes, with top-quality GM brake parts. For on the original battery's label. The braking Contact your retailer to learn how to prepare your performance you have to have be a sign brake trouble. Feature" in Also, for days or more, to 25 (-) This remove the black, negative cable...replacement in the Index. 6-29 other ways if someone putsin brake linings that down . This could be of travel. When it's t an for Every new Oldsmobile has an ACDelco Freedom@ battery. Your vehicle was designed and tested with or without getting hurt. When you c r m See "Jump Starting" i the ...
...apply brakes, with top-quality GM brake parts. For on the original battery's label. The braking Contact your retailer to learn how to prepare your performance you have to have be a sign brake trouble. Feature" in Also, for days or more, to 25 (-) This remove the black, negative cable...replacement in the Index. 6-29 other ways if someone putsin brake linings that down . This could be of travel. When it's t an for Every new Oldsmobile has an ACDelco Freedom@ battery. Your vehicle was designed and tested with or without getting hurt. When you c r m See "Jump Starting" i the ...
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... at three or more places around thetire. When It's Time f c w Tires J ~~~~ The tire has a bump, bulge or split. ~. . 4 wav to tell when it was a Tire Performance Criteria Specification (TPC Spec) number on your vehicle will appear when your tires have only 1/16 inch (1.6 mm) or less of the following statements are...
... at three or more places around thetire. When It's Time f c w Tires J ~~~~ The tire has a bump, bulge or split. ~. . 4 wav to tell when it was a Tire Performance Criteria Specification (TPC Spec) number on your vehicle will appear when your tires have only 1/16 inch (1.6 mm) or less of the following statements are...
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Be to requirements and additional General Motors Tire Performance Criteria (TPC) standards. If you driving. While the tires available on General Motors passenger cars andlight trucks may vary with your compact spare, though. ...I The following information relates the system to developed by the United States National Highway by Traffic Safety Administration, which grades tires treadwear, traction and temperature performance. (This applies onlyto vehicles soldin the United States.) The grades are molded on the sidewalls most passenger of different sizes or types (radial and bias...
Be to requirements and additional General Motors Tire Performance Criteria (TPC) standards. If you driving. While the tires available on General Motors passenger cars andlight trucks may vary with your compact spare, though. ...I The following information relates the system to developed by the United States National Highway by Traffic Safety Administration, which grades tires treadwear, traction and temperature performance. (This applies onlyto vehicles soldin the United States.) The grades are molded on the sidewalls most passenger of different sizes or types (radial and bias...
Owner's Manual
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...corresponds to be rebalanced. of -- -- 6-40 your wheels The temperature grades are not on the government course 100. The relative performance of tires as well on braking (straight ahead) traction tests and does not needed. Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 109. Sustained ..., excessive temperature can cause heat buildup and possible tire failure. Warning: The temperature grade this tire is based and best overall performance. Treadwear The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wearrate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on a specified...
...corresponds to be rebalanced. of -- -- 6-40 your wheels The temperature grades are not on the government course 100. The relative performance of tires as well on braking (straight ahead) traction tests and does not needed. Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 109. Sustained ..., excessive temperature can cause heat buildup and possible tire failure. Warning: The temperature grade this tire is based and best overall performance. Treadwear The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wearrate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on a specified...
Owner's Manual
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... sap or other material may cause water to Clean the outside the windshield withGM of keep it with water. Grime from your and affect their performance. The best way to preserve your vehicle provides beauty, depth of color, gloss retention and durability. in full-strength windshield Index.) Don't use strong soaps...
... sap or other material may cause water to Clean the outside the windshield withGM of keep it with water. Grime from your and affect their performance. The best way to preserve your vehicle provides beauty, depth of color, gloss retention and durability. in full-strength windshield Index.) Don't use strong soaps...
Owner's Manual
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Section 7 MaintenanceSchedule This section covers the maintenance required your Oldsmobile.Your vehicle needs these services to retain for its safety, dependability and emission control performance. 7-2 7-4 7-30 Introduction P r A: Scheduled Maintenance Services at P r B: Owner Checks and Services at 7-34 7-36 7-38 Part C: Periodic Maintenance Inspections P r D: Recommended Fluids and Lubricants at P r E: Maintenance Record at 7-1 ~
Section 7 MaintenanceSchedule This section covers the maintenance required your Oldsmobile.Your vehicle needs these services to retain for its safety, dependability and emission control performance. 7-2 7-4 7-30 Introduction P r A: Scheduled Maintenance Services at P r B: Owner Checks and Services at 7-34 7-36 7-38 Part C: Periodic Maintenance Inspections P r D: Recommended Fluids and Lubricants at P r E: Maintenance Record at 7-1 ~
Owner's Manual
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... service center should be dangerous.In trying to have the required know-how and the proper tools and equipment for warranty repairs. I Performing maintenance work . Whenever any doubt, have done. They may be seriously injured. L If you are technically qualified and have necessary ...own maintenance Do work yourself or have a qualified technician do some recommended products to help keep your vehicle. If you have any maintenance performed, be In addition, it "Part E: Maintenance Record"provides a place for you do to help keep your vehicle in the Index....
... service center should be dangerous.In trying to have the required know-how and the proper tools and equipment for warranty repairs. I Performing maintenance work . Whenever any doubt, have done. They may be seriously injured. L If you are technically qualified and have necessary ...own maintenance Do work yourself or have a qualified technician do some recommended products to help keep your vehicle. If you have any maintenance performed, be In addition, it "Part E: Maintenance Record"provides a place for you do to help keep your vehicle in the Index....
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... want to help you go to questions on how keep your service needs, you drive. You will GM perform the work , in Part D. If you keep your vehiclein good condition, see your Oldsmobile retailer. to your retailerfor your vehicle These schedules are vehicles that GM-trained and supported service people will find...
... want to help you go to questions on how keep your service needs, you drive. You will GM perform the work , in Part D. If you keep your vehiclein good condition, see your Oldsmobile retailer. to your retailerfor your vehicle These schedules are vehicles that GM-trained and supported service people will find...
Owner's Manual
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... # Lubricate the suspension and steering linkage, The services shownin this schedule up to 100,000 miles m should be performed after See "Owner Checks and Services" and "Periodic Maintenance Inspections" following. highly corrosive environment, your brakes is during... Environmental Protection Agency or the California Air Resources Board has determined the that all recommended maintenance services be performed at the indicated intervals and the maintenance be performed at at every other tire rotation. Footnotes The U.S. See "Brake System Inspection" under "Periodic Maintenance ...
... # Lubricate the suspension and steering linkage, The services shownin this schedule up to 100,000 miles m should be performed after See "Owner Checks and Services" and "Periodic Maintenance Inspections" following. highly corrosive environment, your brakes is during... Environmental Protection Agency or the California Air Resources Board has determined the that all recommended maintenance services be performed at the indicated intervals and the maintenance be performed at at every other tire rotation. Footnotes The U.S. See "Brake System Inspection" under "Periodic Maintenance ...
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...). completion of in the emission warranty or limit recall liability prior the to this schedule. See "Brake System Inspection" under failure to perform this schedule. + A good drive in this maintenance item will not nullify "Periodic Maintenance Inspections'' Part C of the vehicle's usefullife.... the same interval after 100,000 miles m at 150,000 miles(240 000 km) should be performed after 150,000 miles See "Owner Checks and Services" and "Periodic Maintenance Inspections" following. # Lubricate the suspension and steering linkage, transaxle...
...). completion of in the emission warranty or limit recall liability prior the to this schedule. See "Brake System Inspection" under failure to perform this schedule. + A good drive in this maintenance item will not nullify "Periodic Maintenance Inspections'' Part C of the vehicle's usefullife.... the same interval after 100,000 miles m at 150,000 miles(240 000 km) should be performed after 150,000 miles See "Owner Checks and Services" and "Periodic Maintenance Inspections" following. # Lubricate the suspension and steering linkage, transaxle...
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.... See "Engine Oil"in the Indexfor further details. 7-30 Part B: Owner Checks and Services Listed below are owner checks and services which should be performed at in P r D. at once. Engine Coolant Level Check Check the engine coolant level and add DEX-COOL@ See coolant mixture if necessary. "Engine...Inflation Check Make sure tires are proper ones, as shown the at the intervals specified to help ensure the safety, dependability and emission control performance of tape play.See "Audio Systems"in the Index for to your vehicle. At Each Fuel Fill It is important you or a service...
.... See "Engine Oil"in the Indexfor further details. 7-30 Part B: Owner Checks and Services Listed below are owner checks and services which should be performed at in P r D. at once. Engine Coolant Level Check Check the engine coolant level and add DEX-COOL@ See coolant mixture if necessary. "Engine...Inflation Check Make sure tires are proper ones, as shown the at the intervals specified to help ensure the safety, dependability and emission control performance of tape play.See "Audio Systems"in the Index for to your vehicle. At Each Fuel Fill It is important you or a service...