Owner's Manual
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That tradition was born in as nearly a perfect manner as possible." Soon, Oldsmobiles rolled off the nation'sfirst assembly line. T h eH e r i t a g e Oldsmobile of engineering excellence. It's at the heartof every Oldsmobile.Your new Oldsmobile continues a 97-year tradition of Engineering with a purpose. Olds began buildinga horseless carriage"in Lansing, Michigan, on August2 1, 1897, when Ransom E. Innovation and...
That tradition was born in as nearly a perfect manner as possible." Soon, Oldsmobiles rolled off the nation'sfirst assembly line. T h eH e r i t a g e Oldsmobile of engineering excellence. It's at the heartof every Oldsmobile.Your new Oldsmobile continues a 97-year tradition of Engineering with a purpose. Olds began buildinga horseless carriage"in Lansing, Michigan, on August2 1, 1897, when Ransom E. Innovation and...
Owner's Manual
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A Step Ahead In 1966, Toronado made front-wheeldrive news, including Motor Trend's "Car of the 4-cylinder, 16-valve Quad propelled 4 to Oldsmobiles on roads and racetracks new standardsof economy and performance. Versions of the Year." Still breaking new ground, the 1974"Toro"became the fist car equipped with a production bag." "air Recent Oldsrnobile engineering has created exciting advancements like the responsive Quad 4 engine. Today, the aIl-wheel-drive security of SmartTrak in the Oldsmobile Bravada continues that proud tradition of meaningful technology.
A Step Ahead In 1966, Toronado made front-wheeldrive news, including Motor Trend's "Car of the 4-cylinder, 16-valve Quad propelled 4 to Oldsmobiles on roads and racetracks new standardsof economy and performance. Versions of the Year." Still breaking new ground, the 1974"Toro"became the fist car equipped with a production bag." "air Recent Oldsrnobile engineering has created exciting advancements like the responsive Quad 4 engine. Today, the aIl-wheel-drive security of SmartTrak in the Oldsmobile Bravada continues that proud tradition of meaningful technology.
Owner's Manual
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... your to explain tlmgs quickly. Part 5: Problems on the Road This part tellsyou what to start and Oldsmobile. Part 1: Seats & Restraint Systems part tells you have a problem while driving, such as a flat tire or engine overheating. 6 In this manual, you 'll find helpful information and tips about the features and controls for...
... your to explain tlmgs quickly. Part 5: Problems on the Road This part tellsyou what to start and Oldsmobile. Part 1: Seats & Restraint Systems part tells you have a problem while driving, such as a flat tire or engine overheating. 6 In this manual, you 'll find helpful information and tips about the features and controls for...
Owner's Manual
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How to Use this Manual These symbols are on some of your controls: Windshield Wipers Windshield Washer Windshield Defroster Fuel Rear Window Defogger Engine Oil Pressure Ventilating Fan Brake Power Window Air Conditioning Hood Release Anti-Lock Brakes W These symbols are used on warning and indicator lights: Engine Coolant Temperature Battery Charging System Here are some other symbols you may see: Fuse Trunk Release Lighter rv t n p3 h Horn Speaker 10
How to Use this Manual These symbols are on some of your controls: Windshield Wipers Windshield Washer Windshield Defroster Fuel Rear Window Defogger Engine Oil Pressure Ventilating Fan Brake Power Window Air Conditioning Hood Release Anti-Lock Brakes W These symbols are used on warning and indicator lights: Engine Coolant Temperature Battery Charging System Here are some other symbols you may see: Fuse Trunk Release Lighter rv t n p3 h Horn Speaker 10
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... everything is working properly and what to do if you can learn about the many standard and optional features on your Oldsmobile. Keys ...Locks ...Glove Box ...Ignition Switch...Starting Your Engine ...Engine Coolant Heater ...Shifting the Transaxle ...Parking Brake ...Shifting into Park ...Windows ...Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever ...Cruise Control ...Light Controls ...Interior Lights...
... everything is working properly and what to do if you can learn about the many standard and optional features on your Oldsmobile. Keys ...Locks ...Glove Box ...Ignition Switch...Starting Your Engine ...Engine Coolant Heater ...Shifting the Transaxle ...Parking Brake ...Shifting into Park ...Windows ...Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever ...Cruise Control ...Light Controls ...Interior Lights...
Owner's Manual
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...use Run to operate your electrical power accessories, and to which the switch returns after youstart your vehicle needs service. But even when the engine isnot running , the positions Accessory and Run are "on " position to display some of your electrical accessories, such as theradio. Note... to the left (See Vehicle Identification Number in , turn thekey. Pull the key straight out. The switch staysin theRun position when the engine isrunning. If none of your Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) shows the code letter or number for normal driving. left and right while you...
...use Run to operate your electrical power accessories, and to which the switch returns after youstart your vehicle needs service. But even when the engine isnot running , the positions Accessory and Run are "on " position to display some of your electrical accessories, such as theradio. Note... to the left (See Vehicle Identification Number in , turn thekey. Pull the key straight out. The switch staysin theRun position when the engine isrunning. If none of your Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) shows the code letter or number for normal driving. left and right while you...
Owner's Manual
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...to thefloor and holding itthere as your gear selector neutral while to starting the engine. quarter of this manual that tells how to Start. Before adding electrical equipment, check with the electronics in your Oldsmobile is moving , use N (Neutral) only. If you turn your shift ...leverto P (Park) or N (Neutral).Your engine won't start your 3100 V6 engine (Code M) : 1. Without pushing the accelerator pedal, turn your vehicle...
...to thefloor and holding itthere as your gear selector neutral while to starting the engine. quarter of this manual that tells how to Start. Before adding electrical equipment, check with the electronics in your Oldsmobile is moving , use N (Neutral) only. If you turn your shift ...leverto P (Park) or N (Neutral).Your engine won't start your 3100 V6 engine (Code M) : 1. Without pushing the accelerator pedal, turn your vehicle...
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... fuel injection system operates. but this manual (OPTION) that tells howto do thesame thing, but then stops),it into a normal, grounded 110. Engine Coolant Heater (EngineBlock Heater) Driving 27irough Deep Standing Water I should be drained much gasoline. If you can come in through themvery slowly. If ...stops again, do it there asyou hold the key in Start for longer than 15 seconds at a time will cause your If engine might not perform properly. Open thehood and unwrap the deep puddles or standing water, electrical cord. your dealer. This clears the extra ...
... fuel injection system operates. but this manual (OPTION) that tells howto do thesame thing, but then stops),it into a normal, grounded 110. Engine Coolant Heater (EngineBlock Heater) Driving 27irough Deep Standing Water I should be drained much gasoline. If you can come in through themvery slowly. If ...stops again, do it there asyou hold the key in Start for longer than 15 seconds at a time will cause your If engine might not perform properly. Open thehood and unwrap the deep puddles or standing water, electrical cord. your dealer. This clears the extra ...
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... damaged. 61 The answer depends on theconsole between the seats. Three-Speed Transaxle There are referred to store the cord as it away from moving engine parts. If you don't, it could be sure to by the commonly used symbols in the right column below: Park P Reverse R Neutral N Drive D Second 2 First...
... damaged. 61 The answer depends on theconsole between the seats. Three-Speed Transaxle There are referred to store the cord as it away from moving engine parts. If you don't, it could be sure to by the commonly used symbols in the right column below: Park P Reverse R Neutral N Drive D Second 2 First...
Owner's Manual
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... to R (Reverse) while your transaxle. Yeutral V (Neutral): In this position, your vehicle isstopped. Shiftto R only after your engine doesn't connect with the wheels. Reverse R (Reverse): Use this section. Also, use N (Neutral) only. Your Oldsmobile hasa brake-transaxle shift interlock. Ensure the shift lever is being towed. Then move the shift lever into...
... to R (Reverse) while your transaxle. Yeutral V (Neutral): In this position, your vehicle isstopped. Shiftto R only after your engine doesn't connect with the wheels. Reverse R (Reverse): Use this section. Also, use N (Neutral) only. Your Oldsmobile hasa brake-transaxle shift interlock. Ensure the shift lever is being towed. Then move the shift lever into...
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Untilthen, you can be wrong with the engine racing isn't covered by shifting out of P (Park) or N (Neutral) with a transaxle system sensor. If your vehicle serviced right away. Going about 35 mph (56 ...
Untilthen, you can be wrong with the engine racing isn't covered by shifting out of P (Park) or N (Neutral) with a transaxle system sensor. If your vehicle serviced right away. Going about 35 mph (56 ...
Owner's Manual
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Use D ((Dl or 3 if your engine. When going slowerthan 65 mph (105 ltndh), oryou can damage your vehicle has Overdrive) as much as you go down a steep hill. 2 (Second Gear):This ...
Use D ((Dl or 3 if your engine. When going slowerthan 65 mph (105 ltndh), oryou can damage your vehicle has Overdrive) as much as you go down a steep hill. 2 (Second Gear):This ...
Owner's Manual
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... pedal. the clutch pedal as you press the parking brake, for 2. on theclutch pedal slowly-while pressing the accelerator pedal. 66 moving could damage your engine: R (Reverse).:To back up on theaccelerator pedal md shift into R.Let up the clutch. Here's how to Press the clutch-pedal back.down the clutch...
... pedal. the clutch pedal as you press the parking brake, for 2. on theclutch pedal slowly-while pressing the accelerator pedal. 66 moving could damage your engine: R (Reverse).:To back up on theaccelerator pedal md shift into R.Let up the clutch. Here's how to Press the clutch-pedal back.down the clutch...
Owner's Manual
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... (72 ltm/h) If your speed drops below 20 mph (32 km/h),or if the engine is normal for the light to the next higher gear for 2.3L OHC and 2.3L High Output Quad4 (Codes 3... ltm/h) 4th to the next lower gear. NOTE: Vehicles with the W41 package may have a higher revving engine, and the UP SHIFT light may have to downshift two or more than one gear when you downshift, or if you... race the engine when you downshift, you quickly change the position of the accelerator. You may not come on . Ignore ...
... (72 ltm/h) If your speed drops below 20 mph (32 km/h),or if the engine is normal for the light to the next higher gear for 2.3L OHC and 2.3L High Output Quad4 (Codes 3... ltm/h) 4th to the next lower gear. NOTE: Vehicles with the W41 package may have a higher revving engine, and the UP SHIFT light may have to downshift two or more than one gear when you downshift, or if you... race the engine when you downshift, you quickly change the position of the accelerator. You may not come on . Ignore ...
Owner's Manual
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... movedthe shift lever into P (Park) . If you can move the shift lever out of P (Park) BEFORE you can walk away from your vehicle with the engine running, be sure your vehicle If "torque lock" does occur, you may is in P (Park) and your parking brake is called "torque lock." To prevent...
... movedthe shift lever into P (Park) . If you can move the shift lever out of P (Park) BEFORE you can walk away from your vehicle with the engine running, be sure your vehicle If "torque lock" does occur, you may is in P (Park) and your parking brake is called "torque lock." To prevent...
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won 't move. If you ever have to, here are parking on fairly levelground, always set your vehicle won 't move the shift lever to be sure your parking brake and move , even when you're on a hill and if you're pulling a trailer, also see Towing a Trailer in the Index. Follow the proper steps to P (Park). See Shifting Into P (Park) in the Index. 71 Engine Exhaust Running Your Engine Mlzile Y U 're Parked (AuToMATIc O TRANSAXLE 1 It's better not park with the engine to know. But if you are some things to running.
won 't move. If you ever have to, here are parking on fairly levelground, always set your vehicle won 't move the shift lever to be sure your parking brake and move , even when you're on a hill and if you're pulling a trailer, also see Towing a Trailer in the Index. Follow the proper steps to P (Park). See Shifting Into P (Park) in the Index. 71 Engine Exhaust Running Your Engine Mlzile Y U 're Parked (AuToMATIc O TRANSAXLE 1 It's better not park with the engine to know. But if you are some things to running.
Owner's Manual
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.... Please follow the manual's advice. 3 - 110 Tachometer (GAGE CLUSTERJ The tachometer shows yourengine speed in revolutions per minute (rpm) Do not run your engine at speeds in the details on thenext few pages, some warning lights come on briefly when you turn theignition key just to cause an expensive... repair or replacement. The pictures will see in the red area, or engine damage may beon your vehicle. Warning lightsand gages can signal that something is on when there may be a problem,check the section that ...
.... Please follow the manual's advice. 3 - 110 Tachometer (GAGE CLUSTERJ The tachometer shows yourengine speed in revolutions per minute (rpm) Do not run your engine at speeds in the details on thenext few pages, some warning lights come on briefly when you turn theignition key just to cause an expensive... repair or replacement. The pictures will see in the red area, or engine damage may beon your vehicle. Warning lightsand gages can signal that something is on when there may be a problem,check the section that ...
Owner's Manual
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...tank. LOW WASH FLUID LOW COOLANT LEVEL TEMP -Fi 1 w ( 0 , (@) AIR BAG Engjne Coolant Temperature Sage (GAGE CLUSTER) rhis gage shows the engine coolant :emperatwe. In Problems on the Road, this manual ihows what to do . The gage moves a little when you turn off before the gage reads...not working. I O T COOLANT CAN BURN YOU 3ADLY! None these show a of this manual ;bows what to do . See the Index under Engine Coolant Temperature Narning light (STANDARDCLUSTER) rhis light tells you have indicated the tankwas half full, but it actually took a little more or less fuel to...
...tank. LOW WASH FLUID LOW COOLANT LEVEL TEMP -Fi 1 w ( 0 , (@) AIR BAG Engjne Coolant Temperature Sage (GAGE CLUSTER) rhis gage shows the engine coolant :emperatwe. In Problems on the Road, this manual ihows what to do . The gage moves a little when you turn off before the gage reads...not working. I O T COOLANT CAN BURN YOU 3ADLY! None these show a of this manual ;bows what to do . See the Index under Engine Coolant Temperature Narning light (STANDARDCLUSTER) rhis light tells you have indicated the tankwas half full, but it actually took a little more or less fuel to...
Owner's Manual
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...Pressure Gage (GAGE CLUSTER) If this light comes on and stays on, the vehicle should promptly be costly can and is running. See Engine Coolant in psi (pounds per square inch) when theengine is not covered by a dangerously low oil level or other problem causing low oil ...pressure. NOTICE: Damage to your engine from neglected oil problems be pulled off the road and thecoolant level checked. Have your warranty. 97 Have your vehicle serviced immediately. Canadian vehicles...
...Pressure Gage (GAGE CLUSTER) If this light comes on and stays on, the vehicle should promptly be costly can and is running. See Engine Coolant in psi (pounds per square inch) when theengine is not covered by a dangerously low oil level or other problem causing low oil ...pressure. NOTICE: Damage to your engine from neglected oil problems be pulled off the road and thecoolant level checked. Have your warranty. 97 Have your vehicle serviced immediately. Canadian vehicles...
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The oil light could also come on , theCHECK OIL light will briefly flash. When the ignition key is working, but the engine is not running, the light will come on in two 3ther situations: When the ignition is on but the light will go out when you ... have the low oil level sensor system repaired so it doesn't come on , you if there's a problem. I 3il Warning Light (sTAmARD CLUSTER) [f you have a low engine oil pressure xoblem, thislight will be low on after you ;tart your warranty. . 98 If it will stay on oil, or could be ready to...
The oil light could also come on , theCHECK OIL light will briefly flash. When the ignition key is working, but the engine is not running, the light will come on in two 3ther situations: When the ignition is on but the light will go out when you ... have the low oil level sensor system repaired so it doesn't come on , you if there's a problem. I 3il Warning Light (sTAmARD CLUSTER) [f you have a low engine oil pressure xoblem, thislight will be low on after you ;tart your warranty. . 98 If it will stay on oil, or could be ready to...