Owner's Manual
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... ...9-1 Here's an alphabetical listing almost every subject in this manual. Your Driving and the Road 4-1 Here you how keep your seats and safety belts properly. ServiceandAppearanceCare 6-1 Here the manual tells you 'll find of You something you when to perform vehicle maintenance and what to do if you how to use your Oldsmobile running properly and looking good. to Maintenanceschedule. 7-1 This section...
... ...9-1 Here's an alphabetical listing almost every subject in this manual. Your Driving and the Road 4-1 Here you how keep your seats and safety belts properly. ServiceandAppearanceCare 6-1 Here the manual tells you 'll find of You something you when to perform vehicle maintenance and what to do if you how to use your Oldsmobile running properly and looking good. to Maintenanceschedule. 7-1 This section...
Owner's Manual
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...latch plate over and buckle it is secure. If it is secure. Then see if it isn't, securethe restraint in a different place the vehicle and in different directions to attach the child restraint properly. Here's why: in the Right Front Seat Position U Your vehicle hasa right front passenger air bag.Never put a rear-facing child restraint this seat.... To remove the child restraint,just unbuckle the vehicle's safety belt.It will be ready to work for ...
...latch plate over and buckle it is secure. If it is secure. Then see if it isn't, securethe restraint in a different place the vehicle and in different directions to attach the child restraint properly. Here's why: in the Right Front Seat Position U Your vehicle hasa right front passenger air bag.Never put a rear-facing child restraint this seat.... To remove the child restraint,just unbuckle the vehicle's safety belt.It will be ready to work for ...
Owner's Manual
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... use the manual or power lock. To reprogram the door locks to lock and unlock when you shift in PARK out (P), have the information You can program the automatic door lock feature to into PARK 5. Close your doors and t r the ignition on the brake pedal. Keep your doors and turn the ignition on thebrake pedal. 3. i ' Just close your foot on . 2. Press and hold the driver's powerdoor lock switch. Release the lock switch. (Option) . Door Open Reminder...
... use the manual or power lock. To reprogram the door locks to lock and unlock when you shift in PARK out (P), have the information You can program the automatic door lock feature to into PARK 5. Close your doors and t r the ignition on the brake pedal. Keep your doors and turn the ignition on thebrake pedal. 3. i ' Just close your foot on . 2. Press and hold the driver's powerdoor lock switch. Release the lock switch. (Option) . Door Open Reminder...
Owner's Manual
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... open the trunk even the override switch in the trunk when using a commercial parking lot. in Move the switch to OFF to release the trunk lid. However, there are ways you (and your remote control if so lock equipped), thiswill help . Power Trunk Release (Option) Press therelease button located tothe left side of the glove box door. The optional remote lock control transmitter will open , lift the latchrelease...
... open the trunk even the override switch in the trunk when using a commercial parking lot. in Move the switch to OFF to release the trunk lid. However, there are ways you (and your remote control if so lock equipped), thiswill help . Power Trunk Release (Option) Press therelease button located tothe left side of the glove box door. The optional remote lock control transmitter will open , lift the latchrelease...
Owner's Manual
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... information center and you may also want to be or a locksmith who can service the PASS-Key%. 2-11 PASS-Key% uses a resistor pellet in the ignition key thatmatches a decoder in your vehicle does start . The security light may faulty. If the starter won 't work with other key, your Oldsmobile retailer be clean and dry, wait about three minutes and try another key during this time.
... information center and you may also want to be or a locksmith who can service the PASS-Key%. 2-11 PASS-Key% uses a resistor pellet in the ignition key thatmatches a decoder in your vehicle does start . The security light may faulty. If the starter won 't work with other key, your Oldsmobile retailer be clean and dry, wait about three minutes and try another key during this time.
Owner's Manual
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... the optional remote lock control, after you turn your ignition and off position, you will go of this If works, then yourvehicle needs service. NOTICE: If your key seems stuck in LOCK andyou can't turn your ignition key toSTART. To start your3.8 Liter engine: 1. When the engine starts,let go down as the radio and power windows for up to 10 minutes. none of the key.The idle speed will hear a warning chime...
... the optional remote lock control, after you turn your ignition and off position, you will go of this If works, then yourvehicle needs service. NOTICE: If your key seems stuck in LOCK andyou can't turn your ignition key toSTART. To start your3.8 Liter engine: 1. When the engine starts,let go down as the radio and power windows for up to 10 minutes. none of the key.The idle speed will hear a warning chime...
Owner's Manual
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... vehicle can damage yourengine. 2-19 You'll shift down to shift gears.as go into SECOND unless are some times you might choose THIRD instead of @: When driving on hilly, winding roads. SECOND (2): This position gives you more power. NOTICE: Don't drive in SECOND for more than 65 mph (105 kmh), oryou can be wrong with transaxle system a sensor. @ AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE...
... vehicle can damage yourengine. 2-19 You'll shift down to shift gears.as go into SECOND unless are some times you might choose THIRD instead of @: When driving on hilly, winding roads. SECOND (2): This position gives you more power. NOTICE: Don't drive in SECOND for more than 65 mph (105 kmh), oryou can be wrong with transaxle system a sensor. @ AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE...
Owner's Manual
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... of PARK (P) before moving the shift lever on floor shift console models.) If you maintain brake application. Turn the key tooff. you cannot shift outof PARK (P), ease pressure on the shiftlever -- You have another vehicle push yours a little uphill to take some of PARK (P). Shift to turnoff the Retained Accessory Power feature. 2. Have the vehicle fixed as soon as you ever hold the brake until end of step 4. Torque Lock If...
... of PARK (P) before moving the shift lever on floor shift console models.) If you maintain brake application. Turn the key tooff. you cannot shift outof PARK (P), ease pressure on the shiftlever -- You have another vehicle push yours a little uphill to take some of PARK (P). Shift to turnoff the Retained Accessory Power feature. 2. Have the vehicle fixed as soon as you ever hold the brake until end of step 4. Torque Lock If...
Owner's Manual
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... conditions orengine malfunctions that may affect the oil. The DIC doesnot measure how much oil is started. The oil change reminder will change . When the oil life is zero, a tone will sound the and display willshow: CHANGE OIL NOW Then, when you startthe vehicle, a tone will sound and the CHANGEOIL NOW message will displayeach time the vehicle is in the engine. See "Engine Oil" in this manual...
... conditions orengine malfunctions that may affect the oil. The DIC doesnot measure how much oil is started. The oil change reminder will change . When the oil life is zero, a tone will sound the and display willshow: CHANGE OIL NOW Then, when you startthe vehicle, a tone will sound and the CHANGEOIL NOW message will displayeach time the vehicle is in the engine. See "Engine Oil" in this manual...
Owner's Manual
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HOT...STOPENGINE PARK BRAKE SET LOW BRAKE FLUID LOW PRES STOP ENGINE CLEAN KEY-WAIT 3 "V HOT...AC DISABLED CHECK OIL LEVEL CHANGE OIL SOON CHANGE OIL NOW LOW FUEL LOW AC REFRIGERANT CHECK CHARGE SYSTEM LOW ENGINE COOLANT LOW WASHER FLUID PRND321PROB DATE FUNCTION PROB 21 22 24 COOLANT SENDER PROB OIL PRES SENDER PROB TRACTION CNTL ACTIVE TURN SIGNAL ON DRIVER DOORAJAR PASSENGER DOOR AJAR REAR DOOR AJAR PASSKEY SYSTEM PROB HIGH BEAMLAMP OUT...
HOT...STOPENGINE PARK BRAKE SET LOW BRAKE FLUID LOW PRES STOP ENGINE CLEAN KEY-WAIT 3 "V HOT...AC DISABLED CHECK OIL LEVEL CHANGE OIL SOON CHANGE OIL NOW LOW FUEL LOW AC REFRIGERANT CHECK CHARGE SYSTEM LOW ENGINE COOLANT LOW WASHER FLUID PRND321PROB DATE FUNCTION PROB 21 22 24 COOLANT SENDER PROB OIL PRES SENDER PROB TRACTION CNTL ACTIVE TURN SIGNAL ON DRIVER DOORAJAR PASSENGER DOOR AJAR REAR DOOR AJAR PASSKEY SYSTEM PROB HIGH BEAMLAMP OUT...
Owner's Manual
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... working . Have someone place chocks under the trailer wheels. 3. Reapply the regular brakes. Then apply your parking brake, and then shift to reduce 45 the possibilityof engine and transaxle overheating. On a long uphill grade, shift down , you 're aboutto turn or lane change lanes or stop. Turn Signals When Towing a Trailer When you tow a trailer, your vehicle hashave a to different ~I The arrows on your instrument panel will flash whenever you signala turn , change...
... working . Have someone place chocks under the trailer wheels. 3. Reapply the regular brakes. Then apply your parking brake, and then shift to reduce 45 the possibilityof engine and transaxle overheating. On a long uphill grade, shift down , you 're aboutto turn or lane change lanes or stop. Turn Signals When Towing a Trailer When you tow a trailer, your vehicle hashave a to different ~I The arrows on your instrument panel will flash whenever you signala turn , change...
Owner's Manual
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... factory-new by adding aftermarket items like fog lamps, aero skirting,or special tires and wheels, these instructions and illustrations may want to havea GM retailer or a professional towing service tow your Oldsmobile. When you call, tell the towing service: That your vehicle can only be Before you can still move the shift lever. C. be towed with certain equipment, as described later in this manual...
... factory-new by adding aftermarket items like fog lamps, aero skirting,or special tires and wheels, these instructions and illustrations may want to havea GM retailer or a professional towing service tow your Oldsmobile. When you call, tell the towing service: That your vehicle can only be Before you can still move the shift lever. C. be towed with certain equipment, as described later in this manual...
Owner's Manual
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... so: Cooling System 1. If the warning continues, pull over, stop, and park your vehicle right away. If there's still no sign steam, of steam, you can idle the engine for two or three minutes while you 'll see the warning stops. When you decide it cools down. Electric engine fans 5-12 Coolant recovery tank B. Radiator pressure cap C. for If the warning doesn't come back on your air conditioner. 2. If...
... so: Cooling System 1. If the warning continues, pull over, stop, and park your vehicle right away. If there's still no sign steam, of steam, you can idle the engine for two or three minutes while you 'll see the warning stops. When you decide it cools down. Electric engine fans 5-12 Coolant recovery tank B. Radiator pressure cap C. for If the warning doesn't come back on your air conditioner. 2. If...
Owner's Manual
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... vehicle whenwas new had it 's time for mud and snow). That way, your vehicle will appear when your original tires. ~ You need , of tread remaining. 0 0 The tire has a bump, bulge or split. If you new tires, get get ones with those not having a TPC Spec number, make sure they are the s m e size, load range, speed rating and construction type (bias, bias-belted...
... vehicle whenwas new had it 's time for mud and snow). That way, your vehicle will appear when your original tires. ~ You need , of tread remaining. 0 0 The tire has a bump, bulge or split. If you new tires, get get ones with those not having a TPC Spec number, make sure they are the s m e size, load range, speed rating and construction type (bias, bias-belted...
Owner's Manual
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... needed qualify your vehicle properly maintained. If you are technically so qualified and have the necessary equipment, you should letyourretailer'sservicedepartment or another qualified service center should perform. "Part D: Recommended Fluids and Lubricants" lists some work yourself or have done.and how often. Some these jobs. "Part B: Owner Checks and Services" you stop fuel. Whenever any maintenance performed, be done. See...
... needed qualify your vehicle properly maintained. If you are technically so qualified and have the necessary equipment, you should letyourretailer'sservicedepartment or another qualified service center should perform. "Part D: Recommended Fluids and Lubricants" lists some work yourself or have done.and how often. Some these jobs. "Part B: Owner Checks and Services" you stop fuel. Whenever any maintenance performed, be done. See...
Owner's Manual
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An Emission Control Service. * 0Lubricate the suspension and steering linkage. Lubricate the transaxle shift linkage, parking brake guides and underbody contact points (or every 6 months, whichever occurs first). 33,000 Miles (55 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. * I 36,000 Miles (60 000 km) 0Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occursfirst). I MaintenanceSchedule I I DATE MILEAGE ACTUAL SERVICED BY: DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY: 7-13
An Emission Control Service. * 0Lubricate the suspension and steering linkage. Lubricate the transaxle shift linkage, parking brake guides and underbody contact points (or every 6 months, whichever occurs first). 33,000 Miles (55 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. * I 36,000 Miles (60 000 km) 0Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occursfirst). I MaintenanceSchedule I I DATE MILEAGE ACTUAL SERVICED BY: DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY: 7-13
Owner's Manual
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...gasket for damage or leaks. f DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY: 7-33 An Emission Control Service. * 0Lubricate the suspension and steering linkage. Emission An Control Service. 0Replace air cleaner filter. Lubricate the transaxle shift linkage, parking brake guides and underbody contact points (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). 0For supercharged engines only: Check the supercharger oil level and add oil as needed (0; Pressure test the cooling system andpressure cap. An Emission Control Service. 0Replace spark plugs. An Emission Control Service. Maintenance Schedule...
...gasket for damage or leaks. f DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY: 7-33 An Emission Control Service. * 0Lubricate the suspension and steering linkage. Emission An Control Service. 0Replace air cleaner filter. Lubricate the transaxle shift linkage, parking brake guides and underbody contact points (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). 0For supercharged engines only: Check the supercharger oil level and add oil as needed (0; Pressure test the cooling system andpressure cap. An Emission Control Service. 0Replace spark plugs. An Emission Control Service. Maintenance Schedule...
Owner's Manual
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...Sand. Mud. Air Bag Readiness ...Anti-Lock Brake System Warning ...2.59.4.6 2-66 BatteryWarning ...Brake System Warning ...2-58 2-63 CheckEngine ...2-66 Check Oil Level Warning ... Trailer ...4-33 Hood Release ...Tire ...6-9 .. Twilight Sentinel ...2-36 Light Warning System ...Lights 1. 2.57 17. Key In The ...Illuminated Entry System ...2-6 . Safety Belt Use ...1-40 2-6 Leaving Your Vehicle ...Leaving Your Vehicle With the Engine Running ...2-23 2-36 Light Sensor. Horn ...2-27 Hot...Stop Engine Message ...2-69 Hydroplaning ...4-18 Idling. Inside Manual Daymight Rearview Mirror ...2-40...
...Sand. Mud. Air Bag Readiness ...Anti-Lock Brake System Warning ...2.59.4.6 2-66 BatteryWarning ...Brake System Warning ...2-58 2-63 CheckEngine ...2-66 Check Oil Level Warning ... Trailer ...4-33 Hood Release ...Tire ...6-9 .. Twilight Sentinel ...2-36 Light Warning System ...Lights 1. 2.57 17. Key In The ...Illuminated Entry System ...2-6 . Safety Belt Use ...1-40 2-6 Leaving Your Vehicle ...Leaving Your Vehicle With the Engine Running ...2-23 2-36 Light Sensor. Horn ...2-27 Hot...Stop Engine Message ...2-69 Hydroplaning ...4-18 Idling. Inside Manual Daymight Rearview Mirror ...2-40...
Owner's Manual
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... ...2-64 Pressure Warning Light ...6-20 Supercharger ...Ordering 8-7 Owner Publications ...8-7 Service Bulletins ...8-7 ServiceManuals ...3-9 Outlets.Rear ...Overdrive Position. Accessory ...2-43 Power Remote Control Mirrors ...1-2 Powerseat ...4-9 Powersteering ...6-26 Power Steering Fluid ...Adding ...6-27 6-27 Checking ...2-9 Power Trunk Release ...Power Windows ...2-27 2-14 Power. Tamper Resistant ...Odometer. Ordering ...P a i n t Spotting. Service and Owner ... 5. 16 Radiator ...Radiator Pressure Cap ...6-26 Radio Reception. Automatic Transaxle ...2- 19 5- 11 Overheated Engine...
... ...2-64 Pressure Warning Light ...6-20 Supercharger ...Ordering 8-7 Owner Publications ...8-7 Service Bulletins ...8-7 ServiceManuals ...3-9 Outlets.Rear ...Overdrive Position. Accessory ...2-43 Power Remote Control Mirrors ...1-2 Powerseat ...4-9 Powersteering ...6-26 Power Steering Fluid ...Adding ...6-27 6-27 Checking ...2-9 Power Trunk Release ...Power Windows ...2-27 2-14 Power. Tamper Resistant ...Odometer. Ordering ...P a i n t Spotting. Service and Owner ... 5. 16 Radiator ...Radiator Pressure Cap ...6-26 Radio Reception. Automatic Transaxle ...2- 19 5- 11 Overheated Engine...
Owner's Manual
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... Steering Wheel ...3-10 Time. Towing Your Vehicle ...5-7 5-9 Front ...Rear ...5-10 Traction Active Light ...4-8 4-8 Traction Active Message ...4-7 Traction Control System ...Traction ControlSystem Active Light ...2-60 Traction Control System Active Message ...2-60 Traction Control System Warning Light ...2-59 4-8 Traction Off Warning Light ...TrailerTongue Weight ...4-32 Trailer Towing Brakes ...4-34 4-36 Driving on Grades ...4-34 Driving with a Trailer ...4-33 Hitches ...4-37 Maintenance ...4-36 ParkingonHills ...4-34 Safety Chains ...Total Weight on a Long TmnkLock ...2-8 2-9 Trunk Release...
... Steering Wheel ...3-10 Time. Towing Your Vehicle ...5-7 5-9 Front ...Rear ...5-10 Traction Active Light ...4-8 4-8 Traction Active Message ...4-7 Traction Control System ...Traction ControlSystem Active Light ...2-60 Traction Control System Active Message ...2-60 Traction Control System Warning Light ...2-59 4-8 Traction Off Warning Light ...TrailerTongue Weight ...4-32 Trailer Towing Brakes ...4-34 4-36 Driving on Grades ...4-34 Driving with a Trailer ...4-33 Hitches ...4-37 Maintenance ...4-36 ParkingonHills ...4-34 Safety Chains ...Total Weight on a Long TmnkLock ...2-8 2-9 Trunk Release...
