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Owner's Manual - Page 27
The driver's air bag is problem.
The light tells you if therean electrical is in the Index for malfunctions. How the Air Bag System Works
The system checks the air bag electrical system for more information. See "Air Bag Readiness Light" in the middle of the steering wheel.
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There is an air bag readiness light on the instrument panel, which shows the words AIR BAG. I
Where ...
Owner's Manual - Page 29
... near -fiontal crash. Air bag inflation doesn't prevent the driver bardware are all part of the air bag modules inside the from seeing or from leaving the vehicle. .;rightfront passenger
air bag is be bags should have inflated simply becausethe damage to 24 km/h). After an a r bag inflates, it quickly deflates, so i Inflation is determined by safety belts.Air bags distribute the force of...
Owner's Manual - Page 30
... air bag system. If you another crash. I NOTICE:
I
Air bags are designed to help protect you damage the covering the driver'sor the for right front passenger's air bag, the bag may not work properly. The service manualfor your retailer See for the right front passenger's air bag.
Do not openor break the air bag coverings.
1-23 If you 'll need to replace other parts. When an air bag...
Owner's Manual - Page 31
... battery cables are parts the air bag systemin several places of the air bag system. Theyare probably part of around your vehicle, the damage could make sure the person performing work for is qualified you can avoid needless off and the battery disconnected, an air is bag can be serviced. Be sure to doso. The air bag system does not need regular maintenance. Center Passenger Position...
Owner's Manual - Page 57
... forces. The extender for If an air bag inflates, you , andjust for any other for If belts are working properly. New parts and repairs or only for the seatit is made to replace air bag loose or damaged safety belt system parts. retailer will be necessary. anchorages are cut or damaged, replace them repaired or replaced. the extender will order you . does not need to fit.
Owner's Manual - Page 60
... and optional features on your vehicle, and informationstarting, on Also explained arethe instrument panel and warning systems thattell you have a problem. 2-2 2-4 2-8 2- 12 2- 13 2- 14 2-16 2- 16 2-18 2-19 2-20 2-24 2-25 Keys Door Locks (If Remote Lock Control Equipped) TrUnk Theft PASS-Key@ I1 New Vehicle "Break-In" Ignition Positions Starting Your Engine Engine Coolant Heater (If Equipped...
Owner's Manual - Page 118
... brakes. "Brake System See Warning Light'' earlier in this your vehicle needs is a problem.
When warning light comes on briefly when youturn the ignition key to wam you there's a problem.
Then start the engine.If the warning light doesn't come on again while you don't have it fixed so it will service. If the regular brake system warning light on, you 're driving...
Owner's Manual - Page 119
... affected by pressing the button located to the rightof the steering column,the To warning light will come on. If the traction control system warning light comes on of and stays on an extended period time when the for more information.)
TRACTION ACTIVE
If there's a brake system problem that specifically is related to traction control, the traction control system If will turnoff and...
Owner's Manual - Page 162
... brakes. Remember: Anti-lock doesn't change time you need the to get front of you, you . See "Traction Control System Active Light" in cruise control when the traction control system begins to limit wheel spin, the cruise control will come on while you start the engine.If it senses that vehicle suddenly slows or stops.
If your traction control system. TRACTION OFF
4-9 TRACTION...
Owner's Manual - Page 163
.... But you can steer and brake at the same time.
Braking in slippery road conditions, you ever need to the right the steering wheel. In many emergencies, steering can steer but the system won't turn right away. A lot of located to limit wheel spin. Here's why:
The traction control system warning light will not is limit wheel spin. The traction control system automatically comes on...
Owner's Manual - Page 190
... Oldsmobile retailer.The green arrows on important to check occasionally to park your signal when they would get hot and no longer work well. Properly hooked up, trailer lamps the will flash turns even if bulbs on your instrument panel will also flash, telling other drivers you signal a turn signal flasher and/or extra wiring. Parking on a could start...
Owner's Manual - Page 227
... off. That could causean engine compartment fireor other parts the vehicle can at explode, and you or otherscould be injured. That will If clear the area around your front wheels.your tires spin high speed, they can of... To Get It Out
First, turn the system (See "Traction Control System" the Index.) Then shift in the Index. has traction control, you on your steering wheelleft and right.
Owner's Manual - Page 233
.... turn on and/or your vehicle may .not be affected. General Motors does not recommend the If your vehicleis certified to meet control system performance may on .If this occurs, return to your authorized Oldsmobile retailer diagnosis for federal specifications, but emission control system performake may geta heavy knocking noise when you 're accelerating or...
Owner's Manual - Page 280
... order parts.
Be sure that this label is the legal identifier your vehicle.It appears on for a platein the front corner of the instrument panel, on the driver's side. the model designation, paint information and a list of title and registration. Service Parts Identification Label
ENGINE MODEL CODE YEAR ASSEMBLY PLANT
You'll find this label is: yourVIN,
0 0 0
This is not removed...
Owner's Manual - Page 281
... or goes away. Some electrical equipment can keep other power accessories. Power Windows and Other Power Options
Circuit breakers in the panel protect the power fuse windows and other components from working as they should. When the current loadis too heavy, the circuit breaker opens and closes, protecting the circuit until the motor cools. The inside of the cover has a chart that explains...
Owner's Manual - Page 284
..., Electronic Level Control Brake and Hazard Lamps Not Used Interior Lighting Cigar Lighter Air Bag System Spare Not Used Not Used Cooling Fans, Transaxle Parking Lamps Not Used Not Used Battery, Radio, Cluster Ignition (RudCrank), Chime, Cluster
Fuse
2D
Usage
Spare Not Used Not Used Base AIC Fog Lamps Transaxle Radio Not Used Auxiliary Outlet(s) Air Bag System, PASS-Key Ignition (Off/Unlock...
Owner's Manual - Page 287
...Engine Code ...K Q p e ...V6 Displacement ...3.8 Liters Horsepower ...,205-hp Firing Order ...1-6-5-4-3-2 Thermostat Temperature Specification ...195°F (91"C)
this manual.
6-58 Cooling System ...13 quarts ( 12.3 L) Engine Crankcase ...4.5 quarts (4.3L) Oil change withfilter change Fuel Tank ...18 gallons (68L) Tire Pressures ...See Tire-LaadingInformation label on the driver's door: Wheel...
Owner's Manual - Page 288
... Power Steering B . Coolant Pump E Tensioner
6-59 Crank E. Vehicle Dimensions
Length ...200.4 inches (509.0 cm) Width ...74.1 inches (188.2 cm) Height...55.7 inches (141.5 cm) Wheelbase ...110.8 inches (281.4 cm) Tread Width Front ...60.4 inches (153.4 cm) Rear ...60.4 inches (153.4 cm)
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A. This diagram shows the features connected and the routing. Normal Maintenance Replacement...
Owner's Manual - Page 294
... Engine Accessory 000 Drive Belt Inspection.
Change (or3 months, whichever occurs Every 6,000 Miles (10 km): Chassis Lubrication 000 first). Spark Plug Replacement.
These intervals only summarize maintenance services. Every 50,000 Miles (83 000 km): Automatic Transaxle Service (severe conditions only).
Short Trip/City Intervals
Every 3,000 Miles (5 000 km): Engine Oil and Filter...
Owner's Manual - Page 343
...44 Special Problems ...6-44 Stains ...Tires ...6-48 6-44 Vinyl ...Windshield and Wiper Blades ...6-46 Climate Control System ...3-2 Clock. Brake 6-29 Adjustment ...Anti-lock System Warning Light ...2.59.4.7 6-26 Fluid ...6-26 Master Cylinder ...2-24 Parking ...6-29 Pedal Travel ...Replacing System Parts ...6-29 2-58 System Warning Light ...4-35 Trailer ...Transaxle Shift Interlock Check...2.22...
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