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Index Here's an alphabetical listing of almost every subject in this manual. The 1998 Oldsmobile Achieva Owner's Manual 1-1 2-1 Seats and Restraint Systems This section tells you how to operate your audio system. Features and Controls This section explains how to start ... This section tells you when to 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 adjust the ventilation and comfort controls and how to use your vehicle ...
Index Here's an alphabetical listing of almost every subject in this manual. The 1998 Oldsmobile Achieva Owner's Manual 1-1 2-1 Seats and Restraint Systems This section tells you how to operate your audio system. Features and Controls This section explains how to start ... This section tells you when to 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 adjust the ventilation and comfort controls and how to use your vehicle ...
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... FLAME COULD EXPLODE BATTERY A & ,\I LIGHTER HORN P EN AJ & FASTEN SEAT BELTS HAZARD WARNING FLASHER POWER WINDOW DAYTIME RUNNING LAMPS * * * A .':**o WINDOW DEFOGGER BRAKE (a) b ) . b COOLANT SPEAKER b p3 V ENGINE OIL PRESSURE W FUEL FOG LAMPS #0 VENTILATING FAN ANTI-LOCK BRAKES (@) Vehicle Symbols These are some of your controls: WINDSHIELD WIPER These symbols are used on...
... FLAME COULD EXPLODE BATTERY A & ,\I LIGHTER HORN P EN AJ & FASTEN SEAT BELTS HAZARD WARNING FLASHER POWER WINDOW DAYTIME RUNNING LAMPS * * * A .':**o WINDOW DEFOGGER BRAKE (a) b ) . b COOLANT SPEAKER b p3 V ENGINE OIL PRESSURE W FUEL FOG LAMPS #0 VENTILATING FAN ANTI-LOCK BRAKES (@) Vehicle Symbols These are some of your controls: WINDSHIELD WIPER These symbols are used on...
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...2-18 2-23 2-24 2-26 Keys Door Locks Remote Lock Control(If Equipped) Trunk Theft Passlock@ New Vehicle "Break-In" Ignition Positions" Starting Your Engine Engine Coolant Heater (If Equipped) Automatic Transaxle Operation Parking Brake Shifting IntoPARK (P) Shifting Outof PARK (P) 2-26 2-27 2-27 2-28 2-29 2-29 2-30... 2-37 2-39 2-42 2-43 2-45 2-46 2-50 Parking OverThings That Burn Engine Exhaust Running Your Engine While You're Parked Windows Horn Tilt Wheel Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever Exterior Lamps Interior Lamps Mirrors Storage Compartments Accessory Power Outlet ...
...2-18 2-23 2-24 2-26 Keys Door Locks Remote Lock Control(If Equipped) Trunk Theft Passlock@ New Vehicle "Break-In" Ignition Positions" Starting Your Engine Engine Coolant Heater (If Equipped) Automatic Transaxle Operation Parking Brake Shifting IntoPARK (P) Shifting Outof PARK (P) 2-26 2-27 2-27 2-28 2-29 2-29 2-30... 2-37 2-39 2-42 2-43 2-45 2-46 2-50 Parking OverThings That Burn Engine Exhaust Running Your Engine While You're Parked Windows Horn Tilt Wheel Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever Exterior Lamps Interior Lamps Mirrors Storage Compartments Accessory Power Outlet ...
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... trunkfrom the outside, insert the key door and turn the trunk lock cylinder. See "Comfort Controls" in 2-10 You can cause unconsciousness even death. See "Engine Exhaust" the Index. It can 't seeor smell CO. If you must drive with the trunk lid open becausecarbon monoxide (CO) gas can come into your...
... trunkfrom the outside, insert the key door and turn the trunk lock cylinder. See "Comfort Controls" in 2-10 You can cause unconsciousness even death. See "Engine Exhaust" the Index. It can 't seeor smell CO. If you must drive with the trunk lid open becausecarbon monoxide (CO) gas can come into your...
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...check the fuse(see "Fuses and Circuit Breakers" in the Index). Be sure to restart the engine. In an emergency, call the Oldsmobile Roadside Assistance Center at this time. If the engine stalls and the SECURITY light flashes, wait until the lightstops flashing before trying to close lock the... your Passlock system is a passive theft-deterrent system. If a correct key is not used, fuel is removed from the START position as soon as the engine starts. If possible, park in a storage area, like your retailer. Lock all the doors except the driver's. 0 0 0 0 0 Passlock@ Your ...
...check the fuse(see "Fuses and Circuit Breakers" in the Index). Be sure to restart the engine. In an emergency, call the Oldsmobile Roadside Assistance Center at this time. If the engine stalls and the SECURITY light flashes, wait until the lightstops flashing before trying to close lock the... your Passlock system is a passive theft-deterrent system. If a correct key is not used, fuel is removed from the START position as soon as the engine starts. If possible, park in a storage area, like your retailer. Lock all the doors except the driver's. 0 0 0 0 0 Passlock@ Your ...
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... every time you get new brake linings. See "Towinga Trailer" in . Hard stops withnew linings can t r you like the radio and windshield wipers when the engine is off.
... every time you get new brake linings. See "Towinga Trailer" in . Hard stops withnew linings can t r you like the radio and windshield wipers when the engine is off.
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...RUN are using the correct if you key; The ignition switch will sound if you 're already moving, use RUN to is moving. Your engine won't start your vehicle. If you do, you could break the or the key ignition switch.If none of this position if your vehicle must... with your vehicle is stopped. 2-14 This locks your electrical power accessories, and to display some instrument panel warning lights. Use this works, then your Oldsmobile to operate your steering wheel, ignition and transaxle (on positions that 's a safety feature. If it , be pushed or towed, but does not send ...
...RUN are using the correct if you key; The ignition switch will sound if you 're already moving, use RUN to is moving. Your engine won't start your vehicle. If you do, you could break the or the key ignition switch.If none of this position if your vehicle must... with your vehicle is stopped. 2-14 This locks your electrical power accessories, and to display some instrument panel warning lights. Use this works, then your Oldsmobile to operate your steering wheel, ignition and transaxle (on positions that 's a safety feature. If it , be pushed or towed, but does not send ...
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... START. See "Towing Your Vehicle" in START for a maximum of the key. 2-15 The idle speed will cause your battery to be flooded with your engine still won 't or starts briefly but then stops), it does, let go of the key. NOTICE: Holding yourkey in the Index. 2. If your retailer. ...NOTICE: Your engine is very cold (below -20" F or -29" C), push the acceleratorpedal about one-quarter of the way down while you turn your ignition key to do...
... START. See "Towing Your Vehicle" in START for a maximum of the key. 2-15 The idle speed will cause your battery to be flooded with your engine still won 't or starts briefly but then stops), it does, let go of the key. NOTICE: Holding yourkey in the Index. 2. If your retailer. ...NOTICE: Your engine is very cold (below -20" F or -29" C), push the acceleratorpedal about one-quarter of the way down while you turn your ignition key to do...
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... this manual that tells how to electronics in the Index. NOTICE: Your engine is designed work withthe to do it without damaging your engine might not perform properly. Andthe excessive heat can damage your engine won't start (or starts but then stops), it there as your battery...START. NOTICE: Holding your vehicle. If your starter motor. 2. This clears the extra gasoline from the engine. 2-16 The idle speed will cause your engine gets warm. Starting Your 3100 Engine 1. If you don't, your vehicle. If you ever haveto have your vehicle towed, see the part of...
... this manual that tells how to electronics in the Index. NOTICE: Your engine is designed work withthe to do it without damaging your engine might not perform properly. Andthe excessive heat can damage your engine won't start (or starts but then stops), it there as your battery...START. NOTICE: Holding your vehicle. If your starter motor. 2. This clears the extra gasoline from the engine. 2-16 The idle speed will cause your engine gets warm. Starting Your 3100 Engine 1. If you don't, your vehicle. If you ever haveto have your vehicle towed, see the part of...
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You'll get easier starting your vehicle. Usually, the coolant heater should be plugged in a minimum of four hours prior to starting and better fuel economy during enginewarm-up. Engine Coolant Heater(If Equipped) 3100 Engine 2.4L Engine In very cold weather, 0°F (- 18 O C) or colder, the engine coolant heater can help.
You'll get easier starting your vehicle. Usually, the coolant heater should be plugged in a minimum of four hours prior to starting and better fuel economy during enginewarm-up. Engine Coolant Heater(If Equipped) 3100 Engine 2.4L Engine In very cold weather, 0°F (- 18 O C) or colder, the engine coolant heater can help.
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...you the best advice for at least 15 amps. 4. ID1 3 2 1 PARK (P): This locks your vehicle can give you don't, it away from moving engine parts. I How long should you keep it could overheat and cause a fire. Automatic Transaxle Operation Plugging the cord into anormal, grounded 110-volt AC oatlet... properly grounded three-prong 110-volt AC outlet. If the cord won't reach, use when you have, and some other things. To Use the Engine Coolant Heater 1. Open the hood and unwrap the electrical cord. 3. Instead of trying to use a heavy-duty three-prong extension cord rated for ...
...you the best advice for at least 15 amps. 4. ID1 3 2 1 PARK (P): This locks your vehicle can give you don't, it away from moving engine parts. I How long should you keep it could overheat and cause a fire. Automatic Transaxle Operation Plugging the cord into anormal, grounded 110-volt AC oatlet... properly grounded three-prong 110-volt AC outlet. If the cord won't reach, use when you have, and some other things. To Use the Engine Coolant Heater 1. Open the hood and unwrap the electrical cord. 3. Instead of trying to use a heavy-duty three-prong extension cord rated for ...
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... get out of your regular brake before you shift leverbutton before starting the engine. To be sure your vehicle won't move suddenly. Your vehicle hasa Brake-Transaxle Shift Interlock (BTSI). You... have left the engine running unless you maintain brake application. See "Shifting Into PARK (P)" in the RUN position.... if the shift lever is not fully PARK (P) with the in parking brake firmly set your vehicle whenthe engine is running , the vehicle can shift from PARK (P) when the ignition key is fully in PARK (P) ...
... get out of your regular brake before you shift leverbutton before starting the engine. To be sure your vehicle won't move suddenly. Your vehicle hasa Brake-Transaxle Shift Interlock (BTSI). You... have left the engine running unless you maintain brake application. See "Shifting Into PARK (P)" in the RUN position.... if the shift lever is not fully PARK (P) with the in parking brake firmly set your vehicle whenthe engine is running , the vehicle can shift from PARK (P) when the ignition key is fully in PARK (P) ...
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...) at is dangerous.Unless your foot is moving , use NEUTRAL (N) when your vehicle is racing. REVERSE (R):Use this position, your engine doesn't connect with the engine racing isn't covered by your warranty. 2-20 NEUTRAL (N): In this gearto back up. 'A TION: NOTICE: Shifting to REVERSE (R) ...while your vehicle is firmly on the brake pedal, yourvehicle could move very rapidly. You could damage your engine is being towed. Also, use NEUTRAL (N) only. Don't shift out PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N) while your transaxle. I NOTICE: Damage to ...
...) at is dangerous.Unless your foot is moving , use NEUTRAL (N) when your vehicle is racing. REVERSE (R):Use this position, your engine doesn't connect with the engine racing isn't covered by your warranty. 2-20 NEUTRAL (N): In this gearto back up. 'A TION: NOTICE: Shifting to REVERSE (R) ...while your vehicle is firmly on the brake pedal, yourvehicle could move very rapidly. You could damage your engine is being towed. Also, use NEUTRAL (N) only. Don't shift out PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N) while your transaxle. I NOTICE: Damage to ...
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... lever is going uphill, don't hold your vehicle in if a very deep sand or mud or were up against solid object.You can use your engine. This could overheat and damage the transaxle. You can damage your speed as much aspossible. Also, if you can help control your transaxle. FIRST (1): This...
... lever is going uphill, don't hold your vehicle in if a very deep sand or mud or were up against solid object.You can use your engine. This could overheat and damage the transaxle. You can damage your speed as much aspossible. Also, if you can help control your transaxle. FIRST (1): This...
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... on the lever. If you 're onfairly level ground, use the steps that follow. Move the ignition key to LOCK. 4. If can you have left engine running, the vehicle can the move , even when you can be sure your right foot and set . Your vehicle roll. Shifting Into PARK (P) A CAUTION: It...
... on the lever. If you 're onfairly level ground, use the steps that follow. Move the ignition key to LOCK. 4. If can you have left engine running, the vehicle can the move , even when you can be sure your right foot and set . Your vehicle roll. Shifting Into PARK (P) A CAUTION: It...
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... another vehicle push yours a little uphill to take some of the pressure from PARK (P) without firstpushing the button. This is PARK (P) with the engine running unless you 've moved the shift lever into PARK (P) the position, hold the regular brake pedal down. or others could You be sure ...move the shift lever out of PARK (P) before you release the parking brake. And, if you can be dangerous leave your vehicle with to the engine running , it difficult to leaveyour vehicle with the parking brake firmly set. Then,see "Shifting Into PARK (P)" in is called "torque lock." ...
... another vehicle push yours a little uphill to take some of the pressure from PARK (P) without firstpushing the button. This is PARK (P) with the engine running unless you 've moved the shift lever into PARK (P) the position, hold the regular brake pedal down. or others could You be sure ...move the shift lever out of PARK (P) before you release the parking brake. And, if you can be dangerous leave your vehicle with to the engine running , it difficult to leaveyour vehicle with the parking brake firmly set. Then,see "Shifting Into PARK (P)" in is called "torque lock." ...
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... a garage. Your vehicle or exhaust system had been modified improperly. Running Your Engine While You're Parked It's better not to park with the engine running . a CAUTION: A 1 I Idling the engine withthe climate control system off could allowdangerous exhaust into your vehicle (seethe earlier Caution...switch isat the highest setting.One place this can 't see or smell. Exhaust with allthe windows down to know. Engine Exhaust ,A CAUTION: Engine exhaust can cause unconsciousnessand death. If you can happen is cominginto your vehicle fixed immediately. But if you ever have...
... a garage. Your vehicle or exhaust system had been modified improperly. Running Your Engine While You're Parked It's better not to park with the engine running . a CAUTION: A 1 I Idling the engine withthe climate control system off could allowdangerous exhaust into your vehicle (seethe earlier Caution...switch isat the highest setting.One place this can 't see or smell. Exhaust with allthe windows down to know. Engine Exhaust ,A CAUTION: Engine exhaust can cause unconsciousnessand death. If you can happen is cominginto your vehicle fixed immediately. But if you ever have...
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... suddenly. Follow the proper steps to be injured. In addition, each of your vehicle won 't move, even when you 've left the If engine running unless you 're pulling a trailer, also see "Towing a Trailer" in the Index. Power Windows (If Equipped) Switches on . Don't leaveyour vehicle whenthe... engine is not fully PARK (P) with manual windows, use the window crank to getout of the windows when the ignition is on the driver's armrest control ...
... suddenly. Follow the proper steps to be injured. In addition, each of your vehicle won 't move, even when you 've left the If engine running unless you 're pulling a trailer, also see "Towing a Trailer" in the Index. Power Windows (If Equipped) Switches on . Don't leaveyour vehicle whenthe... engine is not fully PARK (P) with manual windows, use the window crank to getout of the windows when the ignition is on the driver's armrest control ...
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... need it easier for others to turn on at a reduced brightness when: 0 0 0 Headlamps Parking Lamps Sidemarker Lamps Taillamps License Plate Lamps Instrument Panel Lights The engine is running, The headlamp switch is in the OFF position, The light sensor detects daytime light, The parking brake is released and The shift lever...
... need it easier for others to turn on at a reduced brightness when: 0 0 0 Headlamps Parking Lamps Sidemarker Lamps Taillamps License Plate Lamps Instrument Panel Lights The engine is running, The headlamp switch is in the OFF position, The light sensor detects daytime light, The parking brake is released and The shift lever...
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...attention to your vehicle's functions. If you are driving, or when one of the gages shows there may be oris a problem with one of your engine speed in revolutions per minute (rpm). Please follow this happens. So please getto know when there's a problem with your vehicle. The pictures will see in... the details on the next few pages, some warning lights come on briefly when you start let the engine just to cause an expensive repair or replacement. As you are familiar with this section, you know they're working. Warning lights come on when...
...attention to your vehicle's functions. If you are driving, or when one of the gages shows there may be oris a problem with one of your engine speed in revolutions per minute (rpm). Please follow this happens. So please getto know when there's a problem with your vehicle. The pictures will see in... the details on the next few pages, some warning lights come on briefly when you start let the engine just to cause an expensive repair or replacement. As you are familiar with this section, you know they're working. Warning lights come on when...
