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
Owner's Manual
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Instead of oil you 'veused the coolant heater, be damaged. 61 The dealer can give you the best advice for your vehicle. How long should you don't, it ..., the kind of trying to list everything here, we ask that particular area. In manual, these this are six differentpositions for that you contact your Oldsmobile dealer in thearea where you'll beparking your shift lever.
Instead of oil you 'veused the coolant heater, be damaged. 61 The dealer can give you the best advice for your vehicle. How long should you don't, it ..., the kind of trying to list everything here, we ask that particular area. In manual, these this are six differentpositions for that you contact your Oldsmobile dealer in thearea where you'll beparking your shift lever.
Owner's Manual
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... viscosity, but readings above the red warning zone indicatethe normal operating range. The oil pressure gage shows the engine oil pressure in the Index. Oil pressure may be caused by your engine from neglected oil problems be pulled off the road and thecoolant level checked. NOTICE: Damage to...your vehicle serviced as soon asyou can and is running. Have your vehicle serviced immediately. FLUID COOLANT UP SHIFT W CHECK OIL Low Coolant Level Warning Light Oil Pressure Gage (GAGE CLUSTER) If this light comes on and stays on, the vehicle should promptly be costly can ....
... viscosity, but readings above the red warning zone indicatethe normal operating range. The oil pressure gage shows the engine oil pressure in the Index. Oil pressure may be caused by your engine from neglected oil problems be pulled off the road and thecoolant level checked. NOTICE: Damage to...your vehicle serviced as soon asyou can and is running. Have your vehicle serviced immediately. FLUID COOLANT UP SHIFT W CHECK OIL Low Coolant Level Warning Light Oil Pressure Gage (GAGE CLUSTER) If this light comes on and stays on, the vehicle should promptly be costly can ....
Owner's Manual
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... could also come on in two 3ther situations: When the ignition is on but the light will briefly flash. Check Oil Light Your engine is not receiving enough oil. If it doesn't come on as a test to show you it will stay on after you ;tart your engine, or come on for... a moment. NOTICE: Damage to your engine from neglected oil problems can be ready to warn you if there's a problem. Have it fixed right away. Have it rixed immediately. Checkthe...
... could also come on in two 3ther situations: When the ignition is on but the light will briefly flash. Check Oil Light Your engine is not receiving enough oil. If it doesn't come on as a test to show you it will stay on after you ;tart your engine, or come on for... a moment. NOTICE: Damage to your engine from neglected oil problems can be ready to warn you if there's a problem. Have it fixed right away. Have it rixed immediately. Checkthe...
Owner's Manual
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... on, or comes on while you are driving, you may have a loose generator drive belt oranother electrical problem. It does not monitor engine oil level when engineis running , as a checkto show you turn on the ignition, but the ignition is on , be certainto turnoff all your ...vehicle serviced immediately. the Additionally, an oil level check is working. Readings betweenthe red warning zones indicate normal the operating range. Have it should go out. When your engine isnot running,but...
... on, or comes on while you are driving, you may have a loose generator drive belt oranother electrical problem. It does not monitor engine oil level when engineis running , as a checkto show you turn on the ignition, but the ignition is on , be certainto turnoff all your ...vehicle serviced immediately. the Additionally, an oil level check is working. Readings betweenthe red warning zones indicate normal the operating range. Have it should go out. When your engine isnot running,but...
Owner's Manual
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...your engine, turn theignition off . NOTE: Vehicles with yourregular brakes. Or, if the light comes on and stays on when you 've started your Oldsmobile needs service. If the light is on but not flashing and the regular brake system warning light isn't on, you still have brakes, but you... normal driving. 101 It may not come on longer than normal after you need to shift to thefloor. Have the vehicle towed for three seconds. OIL Q I FUEL 1\ I LOCK (e) F R q Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light With anti-lock, thislight will be ready to reset the system. You may have ...
...your engine, turn theignition off . NOTE: Vehicles with yourregular brakes. Or, if the light comes on and stays on when you 've started your Oldsmobile needs service. If the light is on but not flashing and the regular brake system warning light isn't on, you still have brakes, but you... normal driving. 101 It may not come on longer than normal after you need to shift to thefloor. Have the vehicle towed for three seconds. OIL Q I FUEL 1\ I LOCK (e) F R q Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light With anti-lock, thislight will be ready to reset the system. You may have ...
Owner's Manual
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...-to know is this: let your trips safer and more enjoyable. The most important thing to -date maps? Wiper Blades:Are they allworking? Fuel, Engine Oil, Other Fluids: Have you ! Are the lenses clean? There is well ventilated, with a comfortably cool interior. Keep your route? Hill and Mountain Roads Driving on...
...-to know is this: let your trips safer and more enjoyable. The most important thing to -date maps? Wiper Blades:Are they allworking? Fuel, Engine Oil, Other Fluids: Have you ! Are the lenses clean? There is well ventilated, with a comfortably cool interior. Keep your route? Hill and Mountain Roads Driving on...
Owner's Manual
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... the regular brakes. Apply your rig could start your brakes so much that all hitch nuts and bolts are automatic transaxle fluid (don't overfill), engine oil, belt, cooling system, and brake adjustment. Shift into gear for turns even if the bulbs on thetrailer are still working. something goes wrong, your regular...
... the regular brakes. Apply your rig could start your brakes so much that all hitch nuts and bolts are automatic transaxle fluid (don't overfill), engine oil, belt, cooling system, and brake adjustment. Shift into gear for turns even if the bulbs on thetrailer are still working. something goes wrong, your regular...
Owner's Manual
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Then take off the ground so there is enough room for the spare tireto fit. 9. NOTICE: Do not jack or lift the vehicle using the oil pan. Be sure tofit the jack lift head into theproper location before raising your vehicle with the jack improperly positioned will damage the vehicle or ...
Then take off the ground so there is enough room for the spare tireto fit. 9. NOTICE: Do not jack or lift the vehicle using the oil pan. Be sure tofit the jack lift head into theproper location before raising your vehicle with the jack improperly positioned will damage the vehicle or ...
Owner's Manual
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... ...Capacities & Specifications ...Fluids & Lubricants ...Replacement Bulbs ...Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts ... . . 213 214 169 There is also Brakes ...technical information about Engine Oil ...Air Cleaner ...the care of your Battery ...vehicle. and a section devoted to check important fluid and Windshield Washer Fluid ...lubricant levels. Part b . 170...207 207 210 212 Service &Appearance Care Service ...Fuel ...Hood Release...Here you will find information about your Oldsmobile This Transaxle Fluid ...part begins with service and fuel Engine Coolant ...information.
... ...Capacities & Specifications ...Fluids & Lubricants ...Replacement Bulbs ...Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts ... . . 213 214 169 There is also Brakes ...technical information about Engine Oil ...Air Cleaner ...the care of your Battery ...vehicle. and a section devoted to check important fluid and Windshield Washer Fluid ...lubricant levels. Part b . 170...207 207 210 212 Service &Appearance Care Service ...Fuel ...Hood Release...Here you will find information about your Oldsmobile This Transaxle Fluid ...part begins with service and fuel Engine Coolant ...information.
Owner's Manual
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... Motors recommendsthat you use , spark plugs can get fouled, the exhaust system can corrode, and your engine oil can also write us where Just you plan on fuel availability, askan auto club, or contact a major oil company that means of costly repairsthat wouldn't be driving. 17 3 General Motors Overseas Distribution Corporation North...
... Motors recommendsthat you use , spark plugs can get fouled, the exhaust system can corrode, and your engine oil can also write us where Just you plan on fuel availability, askan auto club, or contact a major oil company that means of costly repairsthat wouldn't be driving. 17 3 General Motors Overseas Distribution Corporation North...
Owner's Manual
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2.3L Quad 4 Engines (corn 3, A AND D) When you open the hood,you'll see: 1. Power Steering Fluid Reservoir 8. Engine Oil Fill Cap, Engine Oil Dipstick 9. Battery 6. Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir 7. Engine Coolant Surge Tank 177 equipped) 5. Automatic TransaxleFluid Dipstick (if equipped) 2 Brake Fluid Reservoir . 3.Air Cleaner 4 Hydraulic Clutch Fluid Reservoir (if .
2.3L Quad 4 Engines (corn 3, A AND D) When you open the hood,you'll see: 1. Power Steering Fluid Reservoir 8. Engine Oil Fill Cap, Engine Oil Dipstick 9. Battery 6. Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir 7. Engine Coolant Surge Tank 177 equipped) 5. Automatic TransaxleFluid Dipstick (if equipped) 2 Brake Fluid Reservoir . 3.Air Cleaner 4 Hydraulic Clutch Fluid Reservoir (if .
Owner's Manual
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Battery 6. Engine Oil Fill Cap 9. Brake Fluid Reservoir 4 Air Cleaner . 5. Service & Appearance Care 3100 V6 Engine (CODE MI When you open thehood, you'll see: 1. Engine Coolant Surge Tank 1 78 Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir 7 . Engine Oil Dipstick 8. Automatic TransaxleFluid Dipstick (if equipped) 3. Power Steering Fluid Reservoir 2.
Battery 6. Engine Oil Fill Cap 9. Brake Fluid Reservoir 4 Air Cleaner . 5. Service & Appearance Care 3100 V6 Engine (CODE MI When you open thehood, you'll see: 1. Engine Coolant Surge Tank 1 78 Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir 7 . Engine Oil Dipstick 8. Automatic TransaxleFluid Dipstick (if equipped) 3. Power Steering Fluid Reservoir 2.
Owner's Manual
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...comes on for the underhood light to function when you open thehood. You should check your engine oil every time you need to add some oil. Just fill it means you get fuel. I To Check Engine Oil Pull out thedipstick and clean it with a paper towel or cloth, then push it again, ...theoil pan. Remove it back in all the way back in when you must use . When to Add Oil If the oil is an added reminder. In order toget an accurate reading, the must be oil warm and thevehicle must be damaged. For more information, see Capacities and Specifications in the Index. this...
...comes on for the underhood light to function when you open thehood. You should check your engine oil every time you need to add some oil. Just fill it means you get fuel. I To Check Engine Oil Pull out thedipstick and clean it with a paper towel or cloth, then push it again, ...theoil pan. Remove it back in all the way back in when you must use . When to Add Oil If the oil is an added reminder. In order toget an accurate reading, the must be oil warm and thevehicle must be damaged. For more information, see Capacities and Specifications in the Index. this...
Owner's Manual
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... use the proper viscosit5 1 i l for this new "starburst" symbol. You should look for your vehicle, as shown in the following chart: 3100 V6: Adding Engine Oil SAE 5W-30 PREFERRED / I F NEITHER SAE 5W-30 NOR SAE 1OW-30 COLD DO NOT USE SAE 1OW-40, SAE 2OW-50 OR ANY OTHER... GRADE OIL NOT RECOMMENDED. 4 s shown in your vehicle will be 0°F 180 Service & Appearance Care FOR BEST FUEL ECONOMY AND COLD STARTING, SELECT THE LOWEST SAE VISCOSITY...
... use the proper viscosit5 1 i l for this new "starburst" symbol. You should look for your vehicle, as shown in the following chart: 3100 V6: Adding Engine Oil SAE 5W-30 PREFERRED / I F NEITHER SAE 5W-30 NOR SAE 1OW-30 COLD DO NOT USE SAE 1OW-40, SAE 2OW-50 OR ANY OTHER... GRADE OIL NOT RECOMMENDED. 4 s shown in your vehicle will be 0°F 180 Service & Appearance Care FOR BEST FUEL ECONOMY AND COLD STARTING, SELECT THE LOWEST SAE VISCOSITY...
Owner's Manual
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... low speed most trips are through dusty places. Most trips are less than 4 miles (6 It's below freezing outside and most the at every other viscosity oils, such as "SH/CD," "SH,SG,CD," API SH or SG designation, can you save fuel. You tow a trailer often. If you cannot ...findoils with these istrue for oils with other quality designations,sucheither the "starburst" symbol or an as SAE 1OW-40 or S A E 20W50. These letters show viscosity, or its thickness. w- 181 S A E...
... low speed most trips are through dusty places. Most trips are less than 4 miles (6 It's below freezing outside and most the at every other viscosity oils, such as "SH/CD," "SH,SG,CD," API SH or SG designation, can you save fuel. You tow a trailer often. If you cannot ...findoils with these istrue for oils with other quality designations,sucheither the "starburst" symbol or an as SAE 1OW-40 or S A E 20W50. These letters show viscosity, or its thickness. w- 181 S A E...
Owner's Manual
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...Always have the air cleaner in place when you change yourown oil, be realthreat to drain all free-flowing oil from the filter before disposal.Don't ever disposeof oil byputting it in the trash, pouring it on your vehicle ...NOTICE: If the air cleaneris off, a backfire can be that collects used oil stay on the ground, into engine, which will damage it to park outside in the Index. Don't let used... oil.If you have a Service & Appearance Care Engine Coolant Heater (Engine Block Heater) An engine...
...Always have the air cleaner in place when you change yourown oil, be realthreat to drain all free-flowing oil from the filter before disposal.Don't ever disposeof oil byputting it in the trash, pouring it on your vehicle ...NOTICE: If the air cleaneris off, a backfire can be that collects used oil stay on the ground, into engine, which will damage it to park outside in the Index. Don't let used... oil.If you have a Service & Appearance Care Engine Coolant Heater (Engine Block Heater) An engine...
Owner's Manual
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... the instructions here,or you could comeout and fall on NOTICE: Too much Too can damage your automatic transaxle fluid level is when engine the oil is changed. Autumtic TrunsaxleFluid When to install the air cleaner filter . While pulling a trailer. To get a false reading the dipstick. Wait at least 30 minutes... above 90°F (32°C). If you do it yourself, besure to 93°C). 183 Referto the Maintenance Schedule to determine when change to your Oldsmobile dealership Service Department.
... the instructions here,or you could comeout and fall on NOTICE: Too much Too can damage your automatic transaxle fluid level is when engine the oil is changed. Autumtic TrunsaxleFluid When to install the air cleaner filter . While pulling a trailer. To get a false reading the dipstick. Wait at least 30 minutes... above 90°F (32°C). If you do it yourself, besure to 93°C). 183 Referto the Maintenance Schedule to determine when change to your Oldsmobile dealership Service Department.
Owner's Manual
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NOTICE: Don't let someone put in,the fluid level goes back up. For example, just a few drops of mineral-based oil, such as engine oil, in wear indicators that fluid is that the brake fluid goes down . If you get new brake linings. There are worn, then you'll have ... , wash it isn't agood idea to spill brake fluid on . Use new brake fluid from a sealed container only, and always clean the Brake Wear Your Oldsmobile has front disc brakes and rear drum brakes. Disc brake pads have to a low level, your vehicle is filled with DOT-3 brake fluid. The sound...
NOTICE: Don't let someone put in,the fluid level goes back up. For example, just a few drops of mineral-based oil, such as engine oil, in wear indicators that fluid is that the brake fluid goes down . If you get new brake linings. There are worn, then you'll have ... , wash it isn't agood idea to spill brake fluid on . Use new brake fluid from a sealed container only, and always clean the Brake Wear Your Oldsmobile has front disc brakes and rear drum brakes. Disc brake pads have to a low level, your vehicle is filled with DOT-3 brake fluid. The sound...
Owner's Manual
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... cleaner will stain if left on leather. Use a clean clothand a sponge the soiled area with cream, chewing gum, cosmetic creams, vegetable oils, Combination Stains wax crayon, tar and asphalt. Never use amild solution of 10Yo isopropyl alcohol (rubbing alcohol)and 90% water. shoe polish,... if you clean a stain from fabric, immediately drythe area with a clean, damp cloth to and described earlier. For stubborn stains, use oils, varnishes, solventbased or abrasive cleaners, furniture polish or shoe polish on a vehicle solvent-type cleaner. Cleaning the Top of the Instrument Panel ...
... cleaner will stain if left on leather. Use a clean clothand a sponge the soiled area with cream, chewing gum, cosmetic creams, vegetable oils, Combination Stains wax crayon, tar and asphalt. Never use amild solution of 10Yo isopropyl alcohol (rubbing alcohol)and 90% water. shoe polish,... if you clean a stain from fabric, immediately drythe area with a clean, damp cloth to and described earlier. For stubborn stains, use oils, varnishes, solventbased or abrasive cleaners, furniture polish or shoe polish on a vehicle solvent-type cleaner. Cleaning the Top of the Instrument Panel ...