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The 2003 Oldsmobile Alero Owner Manual Seats and Restraint Systems ...1-1 Front Seats ...1-2 ...1-8 Rear Seats Safety Belts ...1-9 Child Restraints ...1-32 SupplementalRestraint System (SRS) ...1-53 Restraint System Check ...1-60 Features and Controls ...2-1 Keys ...2-2 Doors Locks and ...2-7 2-14 Windows ...Theft-Deterrent Systems ...2-16 ...2-17 Starting Operating and Your Vehicle Mirrors ...2-32 Siorage Areas ...2-34 Sunroof ...2-35 3-1 Instrument Panel ...3-4 Instrument Panel Overview...
The 2003 Oldsmobile Alero Owner Manual Seats and Restraint Systems ...1-1 Front Seats ...1-2 ...1-8 Rear Seats Safety Belts ...1-9 Child Restraints ...1-32 SupplementalRestraint System (SRS) ...1-53 Restraint System Check ...1-60 Features and Controls ...2-1 Keys ...2-2 Doors Locks and ...2-7 2-14 Windows ...Theft-Deterrent Systems ...2-16 ...2-17 Starting Operating and Your Vehicle Mirrors ...2-32 Siorage Areas ...2-34 Sunroof ...2-35 3-1 Instrument Panel ...3-4 Instrument Panel Overview...
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... help avoid the damage. When you read other manuals, you might see CAUTION and NOTICE warnings in different colors or in the Index: "Engine CompartmentOverview'' "Instrument Panel Overview" 0 A notice will tell you what to do to a specific component, control, message, gage or indicator. Many times, this book you will tell you about...
... help avoid the damage. When you read other manuals, you might see CAUTION and NOTICE warnings in different colors or in the Index: "Engine CompartmentOverview'' "Instrument Panel Overview" 0 A notice will tell you what to do to a specific component, control, message, gage or indicator. Many times, this book you will tell you about...
Owner's Manual
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or the instrument panel... 1-12 The person keeps going until stopped by something. In a real vehicle, it could be the windshield...
or the instrument panel... 1-12 The person keeps going until stopped by something. In a real vehicle, it could be the windshield...
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The driver's air bag is an electrical Problem. Where Are the Air Bags? ~~ The system checks the air bag electrical system for malfunctions. See Air Bag Readiness Light on the instrument panel, which shows the air bag symbol. The light tells you if there is in the middle of the sLei2i-,y .w.i-,ee;. 1-55 There is a air bag readiness light on page 3-26.
The driver's air bag is an electrical Problem. Where Are the Air Bags? ~~ The system checks the air bag electrical system for malfunctions. See Air Bag Readiness Light on the instrument panel, which shows the air bag symbol. The light tells you if there is in the middle of the sLei2i-,y .w.i-,ee;. 1-55 There is a air bag readiness light on page 3-26.
Owner's Manual
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... path of an inflating air bag must be somewhat above the system's designed "threshold level". An air bag is in moderate to inflate in the instrument panel on ornear any other air bag covering. If something is betweenan occupant and an it can vary, however, with specific vehicle design, so that person...
... path of an inflating air bag must be somewhat above the system's designed "threshold level". An air bag is in moderate to inflate in the instrument panel on ornear any other air bag covering. If something is betweenan occupant and an it can vary, however, with specific vehicle design, so that person...
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...1-57 The sensing system triggers a release of the air bag module - In any particular crash, no one can contact the steering wheel or the instrument panel. After an air bag inflates, it quickly deflates, so quickly that some components of gas from the inflator, which inflates the air bag. the...front passenger's bag - Air bags supplement the protection provided by the angle of the air bag modules inside the steering wheel and in the instrument panel in a crash. The inflator, air bag and related hardware are all part of the impact and how quickly the vehicle slows down in ...
...1-57 The sensing system triggers a release of the air bag module - In any particular crash, no one can contact the steering wheel or the instrument panel. After an air bag inflates, it quickly deflates, so quickly that some components of gas from the inflator, which inflates the air bag. the...front passenger's bag - Air bags supplement the protection provided by the angle of the air bag modules inside the steering wheel and in the instrument panel in a crash. The inflator, air bag and related hardware are all part of the impact and how quickly the vehicle slows down in ...
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... passenger's air bag. Air bag inflation doesn't prevent the driver from the vents in the steering wheel or both the air bag module and the instrument panel for service.
... passenger's air bag. Air bag inflation doesn't prevent the driver from the vents in the steering wheel or both the air bag module and the instrument panel for service.
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... the outside air into your vehicle. Always remember to provide enhanced security and convenience. You can cause unconsciousness and even lid death. m i AII+ICI+E ~ ~ ~ n r ( )ha a r !f y w u instrument panel, open them all other windows are leaving your vehicle, open your vehicle has this feature, when the key is open . To override this feature.
... the outside air into your vehicle. Always remember to provide enhanced security and convenience. You can cause unconsciousness and even lid death. m i AII+ICI+E ~ ~ ~ n r ( )ha a r !f y w u instrument panel, open them all other windows are leaving your vehicle, open your vehicle has this feature, when the key is open . To override this feature.
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... to after the ignition is turned to OFF. But even when the engine is not running, you start your electrical accessories and to display some instrument panel warning lights. The ignition switch will continue to work when the ignition key is in ON when the engine is running . Manual Transaxle The gear...
... to after the ignition is turned to OFF. But even when the engine is not running, you start your electrical accessories and to display some instrument panel warning lights. The ignition switch will continue to work when the ignition key is in ON when the engine is running . Manual Transaxle The gear...
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... gear for the best fuel economy. Shift Speeds Parking Brake I If you skip a gear when you downshift, you may have a SHIFT light located on the instrument panel cluster. Brake System Warning Light on . 2-26 You could lose control of your vehicle. Don't shift down . When this light comes on, you move the...
... gear for the best fuel economy. Shift Speeds Parking Brake I If you skip a gear when you downshift, you may have a SHIFT light located on the instrument panel cluster. Brake System Warning Light on . 2-26 You could lose control of your vehicle. Don't shift down . When this light comes on, you move the...
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... Cigarette Lighter ...3.18 Climate Controls ...-3-1 9 Climate Control System ...3.19 Outlet Adjustment ...3.22 Warning Lights, Gages and Indicators ...3.23 Instrument Panel Cluster ...3.24 Speedometer and Odometer ...3.25 Tachometer ...3.25 Safety Belt Reminder Light ...3.26 Air Eag Reauiness iighi ...3-LW Charging System ...Light ...3.27 fi cln 3- 1 Section 3 Instrument Panel Up-Shift Light ...3-28 Brake System Warning Light ..., ...3-28 Anti-Lock Brake System Warning bight ...3-29 Enhanced Traction System ...
... Cigarette Lighter ...3.18 Climate Controls ...-3-1 9 Climate Control System ...3.19 Outlet Adjustment ...3.22 Warning Lights, Gages and Indicators ...3.23 Instrument Panel Cluster ...3.24 Speedometer and Odometer ...3.25 Tachometer ...3.25 Safety Belt Reminder Light ...3.26 Air Eag Reauiness iighi ...3-LW Charging System ...Light ...3.27 fi cln 3- 1 Section 3 Instrument Panel Up-Shift Light ...3-28 Brake System Warning Light ..., ...3-28 Anti-Lock Brake System Warning bight ...3-29 Enhanced Traction System ...
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Section 3 Instrument Panel Theft-Deterrent Feature (RDS Radios) ...3-64 Understanding Radio Reception ...3-65 Care of Your Cassette Tape Player ...3-65 Care of Your CDs ...3-66 Care of Your ...
Section 3 Instrument Panel Theft-Deterrent Feature (RDS Radios) ...3-64 Understanding Radio Reception ...3-65 Care of Your Cassette Tape Player ...3-65 Care of Your CDs ...3-66 Care of Your ...
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... Outlet 3-5 Fog Lamp Button (If Equipped) I. HoodReleaseHandle L. Windshieid Wiperwasher Lever P, Enhanced Traction System Button Q Transaxle Shift Lever R Parking Brake S Cigarette Lighter/Accessory Power Outlet T. Instrument Panel Cluster D. Ignition Switch 0. Instrument Panel Fuse Blocks B.Air Outlets C. Cruise Control Switches M. Hazard Warning Flasher Button E. Side Window Defogger Vent H. Climate Control System G. The main components of your...
... Outlet 3-5 Fog Lamp Button (If Equipped) I. HoodReleaseHandle L. Windshieid Wiperwasher Lever P, Enhanced Traction System Button Q Transaxle Shift Lever R Parking Brake S Cigarette Lighter/Accessory Power Outlet T. Instrument Panel Cluster D. Ignition Switch 0. Instrument Panel Fuse Blocks B.Air Outlets C. Cruise Control Switches M. Hazard Warning Flasher Button E. Side Window Defogger Vent H. Climate Control System G. The main components of your...
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... center of the road about 300 feet (100 m) behind your turn the flashers off. Horn You can set one up at the side of the instrument panel. Your hazard warning flashers work . Hazard Warning Flashers The hazard warning flasher is in, and even if the key isn't in.
... center of the road about 300 feet (100 m) behind your turn the flashers off. Horn You can set one up at the side of the instrument panel. Your hazard warning flashers work . Hazard Warning Flashers The hazard warning flasher is in, and even if the key isn't in.
Owner's Manual
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... when you will sound at all the way up or down. Hold it . When the high beams are on, a light on the instrument panel cluster will come on the instrument panel cluster will flash in ON. To turn off the ignition while leaving the lamps on page 5-81. When the turn is in the...
... when you will sound at all the way up or down. Hold it . When the high beams are on, a light on the instrument panel cluster will come on the instrument panel cluster will flash in ON. To turn off the ignition while leaving the lamps on page 5-81. When the turn is in the...
Owner's Manual
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... when you to . On such roads, fast changes in heavy traffic. The indicator light above the button will come on . 3-1 1 The CRUISE light on the instrument panel cluster will turn the cruise control back on . Press the cruise control ON OFF button. See Enhanced Trac?im Sys?m (ETSI a r ? When road conditions allow...
... when you to . On such roads, fast changes in heavy traffic. The indicator light above the button will come on . 3-1 1 The CRUISE light on the instrument panel cluster will turn the cruise control back on . Press the cruise control ON OFF button. See Enhanced Trac?im Sys?m (ETSI a r ? When road conditions allow...
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...parking lamps on and off automatically while the ignition is on, by sensing how dark it is on. SidemarkerLamps Taillamps License Plate Lamps 0 Instrument Panel Lights (Headlamps): Turn the control to this position to turn on the headlamps, together with a light sensor on the top of your ... is equipped with the previously listed lamps and lights. the exterior lamps control is on, the taillamps, sidemarker lamps, parking lamps and instrument panel lights will turn on your headlamps at a reduced brightness when the following . EO Automatic Headlamp System When it is not in many ...
...parking lamps on and off automatically while the ignition is on, by sensing how dark it is on. SidemarkerLamps Taillamps License Plate Lamps 0 Instrument Panel Lights (Headlamps): Turn the control to this position to turn on the headlamps, together with a light sensor on the top of your ... is equipped with the previously listed lamps and lights. the exterior lamps control is on, the taillamps, sidemarker lamps, parking lamps and instrument panel lights will turn on your headlamps at a reduced brightness when the following . EO Automatic Headlamp System When it is not in many ...
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...transition between the daytime and nighttime operation of the steering wheel, beside the instrument panel brightness thumbwheel. When using the fog lamps, the ignition must be on again. 3-15 There is located on the instrument panel, to OFF, then the headlamps will automatically turn the fog lamps on.... control to turn off. To idle your vehicle has this position, the parking lamps, sidemarker lamps, taillamps, license plate lamps and instrument panel lights will be affected when the light sensor sees a change in PARK (P) To turn the headlamps off when it is off. ...
...transition between the daytime and nighttime operation of the steering wheel, beside the instrument panel brightness thumbwheel. When using the fog lamps, the ignition must be on again. 3-15 There is located on the instrument panel, to OFF, then the headlamps will automatically turn the fog lamps on.... control to turn off. To idle your vehicle has this position, the parking lamps, sidemarker lamps, taillamps, license plate lamps and instrument panel lights will be affected when the light sensor sees a change in PARK (P) To turn the headlamps off when it is off. ...
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...The lamps inside your vehicle will stay on for this lamp has three positions. The OFF position will turn on the instrument panel to dim them. Interior Lamps Instrument Panel Brightness This feature controls the brightness of the steering wheel. The ON position will shut off the lamp completely, even ...when a door is opened or when the instrument panel brightness thumbwheel is opened . Trunk Lamp The trunk lamp comes on when you press the trunk release, unlock symbol button or the ...
...The lamps inside your vehicle will stay on for this lamp has three positions. The OFF position will turn on the instrument panel to dim them. Interior Lamps Instrument Panel Brightness This feature controls the brightness of the steering wheel. The ON position will shut off the lamp completely, even ...when a door is opened or when the instrument panel brightness thumbwheel is opened . Trunk Lamp The trunk lamp comes on when you press the trunk release, unlock symbol button or the ...
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... or glove box) is left on when the ignition is located to protect your vehicle's battery. Leaving electrical equipment on the lower side of the instrument panel and behind a flip-out door. When any electrical equipment when not in auxiliary electrical equipment such as a cellular telephone or CB radio. This will automatically...
... or glove box) is left on when the ignition is located to protect your vehicle's battery. Leaving electrical equipment on the lower side of the instrument panel and behind a flip-out door. When any electrical equipment when not in auxiliary electrical equipment such as a cellular telephone or CB radio. This will automatically...