Owner's Manual
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... how to adjust the ventilation and comfort controls and how to operate your seats and safety belts properly. It also explains the "SRS" system. Features and Controls This section explains how to start and operate your vehicle running properly and looking good. Your Driving and the Road Here you how to keep your vehicle. i yellowblue The 1999 Oldsmobile Silhouette Owner's Manual 1-1 2-1 3-1 4-1 5-1 6-1 7-1 8-1 Seats and Restraint Systems This section tells...
... how to adjust the ventilation and comfort controls and how to operate your seats and safety belts properly. It also explains the "SRS" system. Features and Controls This section explains how to start and operate your vehicle running properly and looking good. Your Driving and the Road Here you how to keep your vehicle. i yellowblue The 1999 Oldsmobile Silhouette Owner's Manual 1-1 2-1 3-1 4-1 5-1 6-1 7-1 8-1 Seats and Restraint Systems This section tells...
Owner's Manual
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... the symbols you may see: ENGINE COOLANT TEMP WINDSHIELD WASHER BATTERY CHARGING SYSTEM FUSE DOOR LOCK UNLOCK TURN SIGNALS LIGHTER PARKING LAMPS FASTEN SEAT BELTS WINDSHIELD DEFROSTER HORN BRAKE HAZARD WARNING FLASHER POWER WINDOW DAYTIME RUNNING LAMPS REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER COOLANT SPEAKER ENGINE OIL PRESSURE VENTILATING FAN FUEL AIR BAG FOG LAMPS ANTI-LOCK BRAKES v For example, these symbols are important for you may find on warning and indicator lights: Here are some other symbols you and your passengers whenever your vehicle is driven: These symbols...
... the symbols you may see: ENGINE COOLANT TEMP WINDSHIELD WASHER BATTERY CHARGING SYSTEM FUSE DOOR LOCK UNLOCK TURN SIGNALS LIGHTER PARKING LAMPS FASTEN SEAT BELTS WINDSHIELD DEFROSTER HORN BRAKE HAZARD WARNING FLASHER POWER WINDOW DAYTIME RUNNING LAMPS REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER COOLANT SPEAKER ENGINE OIL PRESSURE VENTILATING FAN FUEL AIR BAG FOG LAMPS ANTI-LOCK BRAKES v For example, these symbols are important for you may find on warning and indicator lights: Here are some other symbols you and your passengers whenever your vehicle is driven: These symbols...
Owner's Manual
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..." Ignition Positions Starting Your Engine Engine Coolant Heater (If Equipped) Automatic Transaxle Operation Parking Brake Shifting Into PARK (P) 22-50 2-51 2-52 2-52 2-53 2-55 2-61 2-63 2-67 2-68 2-80 2-80 2-81 2-83 2-84 2-88 2-101 Shifting Out of PARK (P) Parking Over Things That Burn Engine Exhaust Running Your Engine While You're Parked Windows Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever Exterior Lamps Interior Lamps Mirrors Storage Compartments Sun Visors OnStar SystemR (Option) Accessory Inflator System (Option) Accessory Power Outlets The Instrument Panel...
..." Ignition Positions Starting Your Engine Engine Coolant Heater (If Equipped) Automatic Transaxle Operation Parking Brake Shifting Into PARK (P) 22-50 2-51 2-52 2-52 2-53 2-55 2-61 2-63 2-67 2-68 2-80 2-80 2-81 2-83 2-84 2-88 2-101 Shifting Out of PARK (P) Parking Over Things That Burn Engine Exhaust Running Your Engine While You're Parked Windows Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever Exterior Lamps Interior Lamps Mirrors Storage Compartments Sun Visors OnStar SystemR (Option) Accessory Inflator System (Option) Accessory Power Outlets The Instrument Panel...
Owner's Manual
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... will arm when you lock the doors with your key or remote lock control transmitter. Mode 3: Standard Arming and Disarming To change the mode by pressing the horn symbol on the remote lock control transmitter. 4. You can change the mode: 1. Do not program this feature to the unlock position. The door key cylinder must be disarmed for that mode. The number of chimes tells you lock the doors using either power door lock switch...
... will arm when you lock the doors with your key or remote lock control transmitter. Mode 3: Standard Arming and Disarming To change the mode by pressing the horn symbol on the remote lock control transmitter. 4. You can change the mode: 1. Do not program this feature to the unlock position. The door key cylinder must be disarmed for that mode. The number of chimes tells you lock the doors using either power door lock switch...
Owner's Manual
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... you insert or remove the key from the ignition. Your PASS-Key III system operates on a radio frequency subject to Mode 1. See "Multifunction Alarm Locks and Lighting Choices" in the Index. PASS-Key III is no longer armed. yellowblue Disarming with the Remote Lock Control Transmitter Your alarm system will disarm when you use your remote lock control transmitter to unlock the doors. If you continue to...
... you insert or remove the key from the ignition. Your PASS-Key III system operates on a radio frequency subject to Mode 1. See "Multifunction Alarm Locks and Lighting Choices" in the Index. PASS-Key III is no longer armed. yellowblue Disarming with the Remote Lock Control Transmitter Your alarm system will disarm when you use your remote lock control transmitter to unlock the doors. If you continue to...
Owner's Manual
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... shuts down the vehicle's starter and fuel systems. The starter will not work and fuel will be programmed for the vehicle. If your vehicle needs service. It is for the PASS-Key III decoder to the following two conditions: (1) this device may cause undesired operation of electrical key codes. This procedure is possible for learning additional keys only. PASS-Key III uses a radio frequency transponder in the...
... shuts down the vehicle's starter and fuel systems. The starter will not work and fuel will be programmed for the vehicle. If your vehicle needs service. It is for the PASS-Key III decoder to the following two conditions: (1) this device may cause undesired operation of electrical key codes. This procedure is possible for learning additional keys only. PASS-Key III uses a radio frequency transponder in the...
Owner's Manual
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... to secure the cover. D Be sure to turn off . 2-83 The rear power outlet is located next to plug in electrical equipment such as a cellular telephone, CB radio, etc. When not in place. When not in use the power outlet. NOTICE: When using the accessory power outlet: D Maximum load of the cover and put the cover in use , replace the cover. To remove the...
... to secure the cover. D Be sure to turn off . 2-83 The rear power outlet is located next to plug in electrical equipment such as a cellular telephone, CB radio, etc. When not in place. When not in use the power outlet. NOTICE: When using the accessory power outlet: D Maximum load of the cover and put the cover in use , replace the cover. To remove the...
Owner's Manual
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... traction control system will turn off and the warning light will come on until your brakes cool down. The LOW TRACTION light also comes on briefly, as the anti-lock system stops adjusting brake pressure or the traction control system stops limiting wheel spin. D If there's a brake system problem that is limiting wheel spin, the LOW TRACTION light will be a LOW TRACTION light on the instrument panel. 2-93 The light...
... traction control system will turn off and the warning light will come on until your brakes cool down. The LOW TRACTION light also comes on briefly, as the anti-lock system stops adjusting brake pressure or the traction control system stops limiting wheel spin. D If there's a brake system problem that is limiting wheel spin, the LOW TRACTION light will be a LOW TRACTION light on the instrument panel. 2-93 The light...
Owner's Manual
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... air will provide heat more quickly because the engine coolant is only moderately warm or cool. For additional side window defogging, turn the temperature control knob to the highest speed. For increased airflow to the highest speed. Your vehicle is designed for comfort. The heater works best if you have the optional engine coolant heater and use on the top of the instrument panel. If you keep the windshield...
... air will provide heat more quickly because the engine coolant is only moderately warm or cool. For additional side window defogging, turn the temperature control knob to the highest speed. For increased airflow to the highest speed. Your vehicle is designed for comfort. The heater works best if you have the optional engine coolant heater and use on the top of the instrument panel. If you keep the windshield...
Owner's Manual
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... parked. If the warning continues, pull over, stop, and park your air conditioner is not running and can injure you can drive normally. Radiator Pressure Cap B. Electric Engine Cooling Fans C. AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE (D) or THIRD (3). A. Coolant Recovery Tank Cooling System When you decide it off the engine and get everyone out of the vehicle until it cools down. You may decide not to lift the hood but to lift the hood, here's what you'll see "Overheated Engine...
... parked. If the warning continues, pull over, stop, and park your air conditioner is not running and can injure you can drive normally. Radiator Pressure Cap B. Electric Engine Cooling Fans C. AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE (D) or THIRD (3). A. Coolant Recovery Tank Cooling System When you decide it off the engine and get everyone out of the vehicle until it cools down. You may decide not to lift the hood but to lift the hood, here's what you'll see "Overheated Engine...
Owner's Manual
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... 6-21 6-25 6-26 6-27 6-30 Service Fuel Filling a Portable Fuel Container Checking Things Under the Hood Engine Oil Engine Air Cleaner/Filter Passenger Compartment Air Filter Replacement Automatic Transaxle Fluid Radiator Pressure Cap Thermostat Engine Coolant Power Steering Fluid Windshield Washer Fluid Brakes Battery 6-31 6-38 6-39 6-47 6-47 6-51 6-53 6-53 6-54 6-55 6-56 6-63 6-63 6-64 6-65 Bulb Replacement Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement Tires Appearance Care Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle Cleaning the Outside of your vehicle, and a part devoted to check important...
... 6-21 6-25 6-26 6-27 6-30 Service Fuel Filling a Portable Fuel Container Checking Things Under the Hood Engine Oil Engine Air Cleaner/Filter Passenger Compartment Air Filter Replacement Automatic Transaxle Fluid Radiator Pressure Cap Thermostat Engine Coolant Power Steering Fluid Windshield Washer Fluid Brakes Battery 6-31 6-38 6-39 6-47 6-47 6-51 6-53 6-53 6-54 6-55 6-56 6-63 6-63 6-64 6-65 Bulb Replacement Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement Tires Appearance Care Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle Cleaning the Outside of your vehicle, and a part devoted to check important...
Owner's Manual
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... brakes won't work well. This does not mean something is moving (except when you have the front brake pads replaced, have your brakes. That could result in costly brake repair. 6-29 Properly torqued wheel nuts are first applied or lightly applied. Brake linings should be replaced as complete axle sets. When you ever hear a rear brake rubbing noise, have built-in wear indicators that soon your vehicle...
... brakes won't work well. This does not mean something is moving (except when you have the front brake pads replaced, have your brakes. That could result in costly brake repair. 6-29 Properly torqued wheel nuts are first applied or lightly applied. Brake linings should be replaced as complete axle sets. When you ever hear a rear brake rubbing noise, have built-in wear indicators that soon your vehicle...
Owner's Manual
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... things during normal service on your tires have tires that are true: D You can 't be followed by an "MS" (for new tires is cracked, cut or snagged deep enough to give proper endurance, handling, speed rating, traction, ride and other damage that same TPC Spec number. If you ever replace your vehicle when it 's time for mud and snow). tire's rubber. When you...
... things during normal service on your tires have tires that are true: D You can 't be followed by an "MS" (for new tires is cracked, cut or snagged deep enough to give proper endurance, handling, speed rating, traction, ride and other damage that same TPC Spec number. If you ever replace your vehicle when it 's time for mud and snow). tire's rubber. When you...
Owner's Manual
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.../WSHR PASS KEY PWR LOCK HTD MIRROR RH T/LP RR FOG LP CIGAR/DLC T/SIG RR HVAC Usage Steering Wheel Radio Control Switches (Illumination) Instrument Cluster to PRNDL Indicators Power Remote Control Mirror Switch Cruise Control Module, Switch and Release Switch Interior Lamps and Multifunction Switch (Power Vent Switch) Windshield Wiper/Washer Motor and Switch PASS-Key III System Body Control Module (BCM) Heated Mirrors Not Used Not Used Cigarette Lighter and Data Link Connector (DLC) Turn Signal Switch Rear Blower Motor, Rear Heater-A/C Control, Temperature Door Actuator (Rear) Circuit Breakers...
.../WSHR PASS KEY PWR LOCK HTD MIRROR RH T/LP RR FOG LP CIGAR/DLC T/SIG RR HVAC Usage Steering Wheel Radio Control Switches (Illumination) Instrument Cluster to PRNDL Indicators Power Remote Control Mirror Switch Cruise Control Module, Switch and Release Switch Interior Lamps and Multifunction Switch (Power Vent Switch) Windshield Wiper/Washer Motor and Switch PASS-Key III System Body Control Module (BCM) Heated Mirrors Not Used Not Used Cigarette Lighter and Data Link Connector (DLC) Turn Signal Switch Rear Blower Motor, Rear Heater-A/C Control, Temperature Door Actuator (Rear) Circuit Breakers...
Owner's Manual
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... Fuses ABS MOD BATT Usage Electronic Brake Control Module/Electronic Brake Traction Control Module (EBCM/EBTCM) CAN VENT Evaporative Emissions (EVAP) SOL Canister Vent Solonoid Valve ELC Electronic Level Control (ELC) Air Compressor and ELC Relay, Trailer Harness CTSY LAMP BCM IGN 1 BCM, Electronic Brake Control Indicator Lamp Driver Module, Instrument Panel Cluster, Rear Side Door Actuator Control Module, Rear Window Wiper/Washer and Multifunction Switch (Fog Lamp Switch/Traction Control Switch) and Stoplamp/Torque Converter Clutch (TCC) Switch RR WPR WSHR Rear Window Wiper Motor, Rear Window...
... Fuses ABS MOD BATT Usage Electronic Brake Control Module/Electronic Brake Traction Control Module (EBCM/EBTCM) CAN VENT Evaporative Emissions (EVAP) SOL Canister Vent Solonoid Valve ELC Electronic Level Control (ELC) Air Compressor and ELC Relay, Trailer Harness CTSY LAMP BCM IGN 1 BCM, Electronic Brake Control Indicator Lamp Driver Module, Instrument Panel Cluster, Rear Side Door Actuator Control Module, Rear Window Wiper/Washer and Multifunction Switch (Fog Lamp Switch/Traction Control Switch) and Stoplamp/Torque Converter Clutch (TCC) Switch RR WPR WSHR Rear Window Wiper Motor, Rear Window...
Owner's Manual
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... 27-B/U LAMP 28-A/C CLU 29-RADIO Mini Fuse 21-IGN1-UH Usage Evaporative Emissions (EVAP) Canister Purge Valve, Heated Oxygen Sensors 1 and 2, Mass Air Flow (MAF) Sensor Not Used Not Used Not Used Ignition Control Module (ICM) Not Used Transaxle Range Switch to Back-up Lamps A/C CLU Relay to A/C Compressor Clutch Oil Driver Information Display, Heater A/C Control, Radio, Rear Side Door Actuator Control Motor, Remote Control Door Lock Receiver (RCDLR), Security Indicator Lamp and Theft-Deterrent Shock Sensor 6-62
... 27-B/U LAMP 28-A/C CLU 29-RADIO Mini Fuse 21-IGN1-UH Usage Evaporative Emissions (EVAP) Canister Purge Valve, Heated Oxygen Sensors 1 and 2, Mass Air Flow (MAF) Sensor Not Used Not Used Not Used Ignition Control Module (ICM) Not Used Transaxle Range Switch to Back-up Lamps A/C CLU Relay to A/C Compressor Clutch Oil Driver Information Display, Heater A/C Control, Radio, Rear Side Door Actuator Control Motor, Remote Control Door Lock Receiver (RCDLR), Security Indicator Lamp and Theft-Deterrent Shock Sensor 6-62
Owner's Manual
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... steep hill, with the parking brake set the parking brake. Parking Brake and Automatic Transaxle PARK (P) Mechanism Check the engine running , shift to LOCK only when the shift lever is in NEUTRAL (N), slowly remove foot pressure from the underbody. Take care to move . D The key should turn the ignition key to roll. You or others could be damaged. Make sure there is held by the parking brake only. Be ready to...
... steep hill, with the parking brake set the parking brake. Parking Brake and Automatic Transaxle PARK (P) Mechanism Check the engine running , shift to LOCK only when the shift lever is in NEUTRAL (N), slowly remove foot pressure from the underbody. Take care to move . D The key should turn the ignition key to roll. You or others could be damaged. Make sure there is held by the parking brake only. Be ready to...
Owner's Manual
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..., TRANSFER CASE UNIT REPAIR MANUAL This manual provides information on engines, transmission, axle, suspension, brakes, electrical, steering, body, etc. yellowblue 1999 OLDSMOBILE SERVICE PUBLICATIONS ORDERING INFORMATION The following publications covering the operation and servicing of your vehicle can be purchased by filling out the Service Publication Order Form in this book and mailing it in with your vehicle. The owner's manual will include the Maintenance Schedule for Owners and intended to knowledgeably service General Motors cars and trucks.
..., TRANSFER CASE UNIT REPAIR MANUAL This manual provides information on engines, transmission, axle, suspension, brakes, electrical, steering, body, etc. yellowblue 1999 OLDSMOBILE SERVICE PUBLICATIONS ORDERING INFORMATION The following publications covering the operation and servicing of your vehicle can be purchased by filling out the Service Publication Order Form in this book and mailing it in with your vehicle. The owner's manual will include the Maintenance Schedule for Owners and intended to knowledgeably service General Motors cars and trucks.
Owner's Manual
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... 2-66 9-6 yellowblue Inspections Brake System ...Exhaust Systems ...Front Drive Axle Boot and Seal ...Radiator and Heater Hose ...Steering ...Suspension ...Throttle System ...Instrument Panel ...Cleaning ...Cluster ...Fuse Block ...Light Intensity Control ...Switchbank ...Interior Lamps ...Control ...Override Switch ...7-34 7-34 7-34 7-34 7-34 7-34 7-34 2-84 6-49 2-86 6-57 2-63 2-12 2-63 2-63 2-64 Exit Lighting ...2-65 Exterior ...2-61 Fog ...2-63 Illuminated Entry ...2-64 Interior ...2-63 On Reminder ...2-62 Last Door Closed Locking ...2-6 Last Door Closed Locking and Lockout Prevention...
... 2-66 9-6 yellowblue Inspections Brake System ...Exhaust Systems ...Front Drive Axle Boot and Seal ...Radiator and Heater Hose ...Steering ...Suspension ...Throttle System ...Instrument Panel ...Cleaning ...Cluster ...Fuse Block ...Light Intensity Control ...Switchbank ...Interior Lamps ...Control ...Override Switch ...7-34 7-34 7-34 7-34 7-34 7-34 7-34 2-84 6-49 2-86 6-57 2-63 2-12 2-63 2-63 2-64 Exit Lighting ...2-65 Exterior ...2-61 Fog ...2-63 Illuminated Entry ...2-64 Interior ...2-63 On Reminder ...2-62 Last Door Closed Locking ...2-6 Last Door Closed Locking and Lockout Prevention...
Owner's Manual
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......1-4 Manual Front Passenger ...1-3 Power ...1-3 Rear ...1-6 Restraint Systems ...1-1 Seat Controls ...1-2, 1-6 Second Row Safety Belt Stowage ...1-7 Securing a Child Restraint ...1-76 SECOND (2) Gear ...2-45 Service ...6-2 Bulletins, Ordering ...8-12 Engine Soon Light ...2-95 Manuals, Ordering ...8-12 Parts Identification Label ...6-55 Publications, Ordering ...8-12 Work, Doing Your Own ...6-2 Service and Appearance Care ...6-1 Service and Owner Publications ...8-12 Service and Owner Publications, Ordering in Canada ...8-11 Service Publications ...8-12 Servicing Your Air Bag-Equipped Vehicle...
......1-4 Manual Front Passenger ...1-3 Power ...1-3 Rear ...1-6 Restraint Systems ...1-1 Seat Controls ...1-2, 1-6 Second Row Safety Belt Stowage ...1-7 Securing a Child Restraint ...1-76 SECOND (2) Gear ...2-45 Service ...6-2 Bulletins, Ordering ...8-12 Engine Soon Light ...2-95 Manuals, Ordering ...8-12 Parts Identification Label ...6-55 Publications, Ordering ...8-12 Work, Doing Your Own ...6-2 Service and Appearance Care ...6-1 Service and Owner Publications ...8-12 Service and Owner Publications, Ordering in Canada ...8-11 Service Publications ...8-12 Servicing Your Air Bag-Equipped Vehicle...