Owner's Manual
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... you want to use . ProblemsontheRoad 5-1 This section tells you what fluids and lubricants to operate your Oldsmobile. I The 1995 OldsrnobileEightyEightOwner'sManual . , , , ,, -. ., Seats and Restraint Systems 1-1 This section tells you have a problem while drivi.ng,as a flat tire or such overheated engine, etc. CustomerAssistanceInformation 8-1 This section tells you how keep your seats and safety...
... you want to use . ProblemsontheRoad 5-1 This section tells you what fluids and lubricants to operate your Oldsmobile. I The 1995 OldsrnobileEightyEightOwner'sManual . , , , ,, -. ., Seats and Restraint Systems 1-1 This section tells you have a problem while drivi.ng,as a flat tire or such overheated engine, etc. CustomerAssistanceInformation 8-1 This section tells you how keep your seats and safety...
Owner's Manual
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Control of a Vehicle You have three systems that make crash injuries worse, especially injuries to at the places where tires meet the road. the Sometimes, as when a child darts into the street? is in a crash, that many people don't know. What if there's an emergency, a ... easy to go you of your vehiclewhere go . There's somethingelse about drinking and driving that person's chance of being killedor permanently disabled is higher than tires of the and road can provide. This means that when anyone who has been drinking --
Control of a Vehicle You have three systems that make crash injuries worse, especially injuries to at the places where tires meet the road. the Sometimes, as when a child darts into the street? is in a crash, that many people don't know. What if there's an emergency, a ... easy to go you of your vehiclewhere go . There's somethingelse about drinking and driving that person's chance of being killedor permanently disabled is higher than tires of the and road can provide. This means that when anyone who has been drinking --
Owner's Manual
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..., icy); rather than keeping pace with the surface the road (whether it when you have to bring up , it . That could be a lot of a second. tire tread; That's reaction time. Average reaction time is used up your vehicle and others is a mistake.Your brakes may take longer to cool between hard...
..., icy); rather than keeping pace with the surface the road (whether it when you have to bring up , it . That could be a lot of a second. tire tread; That's reaction time. Average reaction time is used up your vehicle and others is a mistake.Your brakes may take longer to cool between hard...
Owner's Manual
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... engine powe (by shutting off fuel injectors and managing engine spark) to make the most Of conditions. To Use Anti-Lock Don't pump the brakes. tire and road Remember: Anti-lock doesn't change tirne the you . The anti-locksystemcanchangethebrakepressureAsyoubrake,yourcomputerkeepsreceivingupdateson faster any could. Your vehicle mayhave a traction control system that limits...
... engine powe (by shutting off fuel injectors and managing engine spark) to make the most Of conditions. To Use Anti-Lock Don't pump the brakes. tire and road Remember: Anti-lock doesn't change tirne the you . The anti-locksystemcanchangethebrakepressureAsyoubrake,yourcomputerkeepsreceivingupdateson faster any could. Your vehicle mayhave a traction control system that limits...
Owner's Manual
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... go slower. The traction you can "drive" through a sharp curve. control. steering aroundthe to change its path when you turn the front wheels. of the tires against road surface makes the it time. Speed limit signs near curves warn that you should you if this . There are times when steering be.... Unless you . If you need to of the same laws of you have todo their work where -the tires meet the road. For example, you can in by What should adjust your tires and the road surface, the angle at curve. course, the posted speeds are out the curve, and then of...
... go slower. The traction you can "drive" through a sharp curve. control. steering aroundthe to change its path when you turn the front wheels. of the tires against road surface makes the it time. Speed limit signs near curves warn that you should you if this . There are times when steering be.... Unless you . If you need to of the same laws of you have todo their work where -the tires meet the road. For example, you can in by What should adjust your tires and the road surface, the angle at curve. course, the posted speeds are out the curve, and then of...
Owner's Manual
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... put the passing driver to face with the face worst of a vehicle about making a successful pass, wait a better time. Passing another on to right front tire contactsthe pavement edge. If you 're driving. Then turn until the to a two-lane highway waits justthe right moment, for traffic signs, pavement markings, and...
... put the passing driver to face with the face worst of a vehicle about making a successful pass, wait a better time. Passing another on to right front tire contactsthe pavement edge. If you 're driving. Then turn until the to a two-lane highway waits justthe right moment, for traffic signs, pavement markings, and...
Owner's Manual
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... control more limited. "overdriving" those conditions. make a "mirrored surface" and slow down when you skid too much speed or steering incurve causes tires a vehicle is on causes the driving wheels to slide. Loss of Control If you do In any doubt. you want to slow down on ... important to what say easing your driving to existing conditions, and not by shifting toa lower Oldsmobile's three control systems. In the braking skid gear). do not have enough friction where the tires meet the road to slow down and adjust your foot the accelerator pedal. A cornering skidis ...
... control more limited. "overdriving" those conditions. make a "mirrored surface" and slow down when you skid too much speed or steering incurve causes tires a vehicle is on causes the driving wheels to slide. Loss of Control If you do In any doubt. you want to slow down on ... important to what say easing your driving to existing conditions, and not by shifting toa lower Oldsmobile's three control systems. In the braking skid gear). do not have enough friction where the tires meet the road to slow down and adjust your foot the accelerator pedal. A cornering skidis ...
Owner's Manual
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... vision problems, or by fatigue. down , especially onhigher speed roads. Drive defensively. 0 Don't drink and drive. In remote areas, watch for animals. 0 I€ you're tired, pull off the road in a safe place and rest.
... vision problems, or by fatigue. down , especially onhigher speed roads. Drive defensively. 0 Don't drink and drive. In remote areas, watch for animals. 0 I€ you're tired, pull off the road in a safe place and rest.
Owner's Manual
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It's wise to keep your wipingequipment in goodshape and keep your tires don't have much treadleft, you'll get wet suddenly when reflexes are can 't stop, accelerate or turn well because as on windshield, or when the ... Rain and wet roads can mean driving trouble.On a wet road you are driving.The fall surface may get even less traction. Even if your tire-to separate fromthe inserts.
It's wise to keep your wipingequipment in goodshape and keep your tires don't have much treadleft, you'll get wet suddenly when reflexes are can 't stop, accelerate or turn well because as on windshield, or when the ... Rain and wet roads can mean driving trouble.On a wet road you are driving.The fall surface may get even less traction. Even if your tire-to separate fromthe inserts.
Owner's Manual
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... is dangerous. Besides slowing down before you can build So up under your view restricted by road spray. much water can 't,r to have your tires that they actually ride on yourlow-beam headlamps -- And be prepared to slow down , allow some car washes cause problems, too. When your... vehicle hydroplaning, is it has little or contact with proper tread depth.'(See "Tires" in the Index.) Hydroplaning Hydroplaning is wet enough and you another vehicle. to help make you more clear room ahead, and be .especially careful...
... is dangerous. Besides slowing down before you can build So up under your view restricted by road spray. much water can 't,r to have your tires that they actually ride on yourlow-beam headlamps -- And be prepared to slow down , allow some car washes cause problems, too. When your... vehicle hydroplaning, is it has little or contact with proper tread depth.'(See "Tires" in the Index.) Hydroplaning Hydroplaning is wet enough and you another vehicle. to help make you more clear room ahead, and be .especially careful...
Owner's Manual
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...-- don't plan tomake too many miles that part first of motion. Are all M a t e d to yoursense of the journey. Tires: They are . Are the tires all windows clean inside and outside? Should you delay your speedometer, not to the recommended pressure? Expect to move to -date maps? ...done before a trip: 0 Windshield Washer Fluid: Is the reservoirfull? Of course, you checked all levels? 0 0 0 Lamps: Are they in Oldsmobile retail facilities all working? Wiper Blades: Are they all across North America. Fuel, Engine Oil, Other Fluids: Have you 'll find experienced and ...
...-- don't plan tomake too many miles that part first of motion. Are all M a t e d to yoursense of the journey. Tires: They are . Are the tires all windows clean inside and outside? Should you delay your speedometer, not to the recommended pressure? Expect to move to -date maps? ...done before a trip: 0 Windshield Washer Fluid: Is the reservoirfull? Of course, you checked all levels? 0 0 0 Lamps: Are they in Oldsmobile retail facilities all working? Wiper Blades: Are they all across North America. Fuel, Engine Oil, Other Fluids: Have you 'll find experienced and ...
Owner's Manual
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... easy stretchof road with the same scenery, along with a comfortably cool interior. Don't let can it does, your vehicleis well ventilated, with the hum the tires on the highway as "highway hypnosis?'' Oris it can leave the If road in flat or rolling terrain. Then here are some exercise, or both...
... easy stretchof road with the same scenery, along with a comfortably cool interior. Don't let can it does, your vehicleis well ventilated, with the hum the tires on the highway as "highway hypnosis?'' Oris it can leave the If road in flat or rolling terrain. Then here are some exercise, or both...
Owner's Manual
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..., passing orno-passing zones, a falling rocks area, or winding roads. Stay in your vehicle in good shape. Check all fluid levels and also the brakes, tires, cooling system and transaxle. Shift down a steep or long hill. 0 Know how togo uphill. Be alert to go over the top a hill, be something in...
..., passing orno-passing zones, a falling rocks area, or winding roads. Stay in your vehicle in good shape. Check all fluid levels and also the brakes, tires, cooling system and transaxle. Shift down a steep or long hill. 0 Know how togo uphill. Be alert to go over the top a hill, be something in...
Owner's Manual
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... ice, packed, blowing or loose snow-- You can have a lot less traction or "grip" and will spin and polish the surface under the tires even more trouble because it 's about freezing (32°F; Even though your vehicle has a traction control system, you have traction control system, accelerate... the gently. least tractionof all. have a very slippery situation. If you 'll want to slow down and adjust your tires and fall. OOC) and freezing rain begins to However, if thereis snow orice between your drivingto the road conditions.See "Traction Control System" ...
... ice, packed, blowing or loose snow-- You can have a lot less traction or "grip" and will spin and polish the surface under the tires even more trouble because it 's about freezing (32°F; Even though your vehicle has a traction control system, you have traction control system, accelerate... the gently. least tractionof all. have a very slippery situation. If you 'll want to slow down and adjust your tires and fall. OOC) and freezing rain begins to However, if thereis snow orice between your drivingto the road conditions.See "Traction Control System" ...
Owner's Manual
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...uncomfortable from the cold. Preserve the fuel as long as you get keep out of nonfactory-installed options. 4-28 so Loading Your Vehicle b l TIRE-LOADING INFORMATION OCCUPANTS VEHICLE CAP. FRT. RR. It also gives you on important information about the numberof people that can be in your vehicle ...-charged battery to preserve the heat. To help comes. This uses less fuel the heat that you must.This saves fuel. KG MAX. IF TIRES ARE HOT, ADD 4PS1/28KPa SEE OWNER'S MANUAL FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Two labels on your engine only as long as possible. This weight is ,...
...uncomfortable from the cold. Preserve the fuel as long as you get keep out of nonfactory-installed options. 4-28 so Loading Your Vehicle b l TIRE-LOADING INFORMATION OCCUPANTS VEHICLE CAP. FRT. RR. It also gives you on important information about the numberof people that can be in your vehicle ...-charged battery to preserve the heat. To help comes. This uses less fuel the heat that you must.This saves fuel. KG MAX. IF TIRES ARE HOT, ADD 4PS1/28KPa SEE OWNER'S MANUAL FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Two labels on your engine only as long as possible. This weight is ,...
Owner's Manual
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... should read this A in "Weight the Trailer" that of these are heavier loads. Your engine, is required to operate at the of wheel assemblies, and tires forced to with if either the 3800 (L36) engine or the optional3800 If you do capacity is for this section carefully 0 Then, during the first...
... should read this A in "Weight the Trailer" that of these are heavier loads. Your engine, is required to operate at the of wheel assemblies, and tires forced to with if either the 3800 (L36) engine or the optional3800 If you do capacity is for this section carefully 0 Then, during the first...
Owner's Manual
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... "Carbon Monoxide" in the Index. vehicle when you do, then be sure to bumper. 4-33 a The bumpers on Your Vehicle's Tires Be sure your vehicle's tires are inflated to get into your vehicle (see the weights are some items aroundin the trailer. Hitches It's important to have to make...are if proper. After you've loaded your vehicle are a few reasons why you may able to the recommended pressurefor cold tires. You'll find these numbers onthe Tire-Loading Information label atthe rear edge of the total loaded trailer weight (B). Dirt the and water can get them , deadly ...
... "Carbon Monoxide" in the Index. vehicle when you do, then be sure to bumper. 4-33 a The bumpers on Your Vehicle's Tires Be sure your vehicle's tires are inflated to get into your vehicle (see the weights are some items aroundin the trailer. Hitches It's important to have to make...are if proper. After you've loaded your vehicle are a few reasons why you may able to the recommended pressurefor cold tires. You'll find these numbers onthe Tire-Loading Information label atthe rear edge of the total loaded trailer weight (B). Dirt the and water can get them , deadly ...
Owner's Manual
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... added weight of the trailer. the trailer has If electric brakes, start , check the trailer hitch and platform (and attachments), safety chains, electrical connector, lamps, tires and mirror adjustment. And always keep in mind that the lamps and any trailer brakes are still working . Because you can turn with your trailer...
... added weight of the trailer. the trailer has If electric brakes, start , check the trailer hitch and platform (and attachments), safety chains, electrical connector, lamps, tires and mirror adjustment. And always keep in mind that the lamps and any trailer brakes are still working . Because you can turn with your trailer...
Owner's Manual
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... arrives, the tow operator let know that this section. 0 That your vehicle has front-wheel drive. C. The make, model and yearof your Oldsmobile. Whether you can only be Before you call, tell the towing service: That your vehicle can still move the shift lever. The operator may...-type tow truck B. If there was an accident, what was 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 vehicle. Car carrier 5-7 When you...
... arrives, the tow operator let know that this section. 0 That your vehicle has front-wheel drive. C. The make, model and yearof your Oldsmobile. Whether you can only be Before you call, tell the towing service: That your vehicle can still move the shift lever. The operator may...-type tow truck B. If there was an accident, what was 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 vehicle. Car carrier 5-7 When you...
Owner's Manual
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...rear blowout, particularly on your foot the off accelerator pedal and grip the steering wheel firmly. Gently but brake toa stop wellout of a tire,it'smuchmorelikelytoleakoutslowly.warningflashers. Take your hazard out of the traffic lane. In any rearblowout, remove your footfrom the accelerator pedal.Get the vehicle... under control by driving slowly to do: If a front tire fails, the flat tire will create a drag that pulls the vehicle toward that side. Turn on a curve, acts much like a skid and may ...
...rear blowout, particularly on your foot the off accelerator pedal and grip the steering wheel firmly. Gently but brake toa stop wellout of a tire,it'smuchmorelikelytoleakoutslowly.warningflashers. Take your hazard out of the traffic lane. In any rearblowout, remove your footfrom the accelerator pedal.Get the vehicle... under control by driving slowly to do: If a front tire fails, the flat tire will create a drag that pulls the vehicle toward that side. Turn on a curve, acts much like a skid and may ...