Owner's Manual
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... This section tells you when to perform vehicle maintenance and what to do if you have a problem while driving, such as a flat tire or overheated engine, etc. Service and Appearance Care Here the manual tells you how to keep your audio system. It also explains the ... Assistance Information This section tells you how to contact Oldsmobile for assistance and how to get service and owner publications. on "Reporting Safety Defects" on the Road This section tells what fluids and lubricants to use. The 1997 Oldsrnobile Cutlass Owner's Manual 1-1 Seats and Restraint Systems This section...
... This section tells you when to perform vehicle maintenance and what to do if you have a problem while driving, such as a flat tire or overheated engine, etc. Service and Appearance Care Here the manual tells you how to keep your audio system. It also explains the ... Assistance Information This section tells you how to contact Oldsmobile for assistance and how to get service and owner publications. on "Reporting Safety Defects" on the Road This section tells what fluids and lubricants to use. The 1997 Oldsrnobile Cutlass Owner's Manual 1-1 Seats and Restraint Systems This section...
Owner's Manual
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... spinning, andyou could lose control. Don't use your brake, the cruise control shuts off. 2-32 So, don't use cruise control on winding roads or in tire traction can 't drive safely at speeds below Cruise control does 25 mph (40 km/h). On such roads, fast changes in heavy traffic. When you apply...
... spinning, andyou could lose control. Don't use your brake, the cruise control shuts off. 2-32 So, don't use cruise control on winding roads or in tire traction can 't drive safely at speeds below Cruise control does 25 mph (40 km/h). On such roads, fast changes in heavy traffic. When you apply...
Owner's Manual
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... will wheel speed and controls braking pressure accordingly. If one As you . The computer is wet. Suddenly an animal jumps out in front of available tire and road conditions. A computer senses that wheels are slowing down. separately work the brakes at each front wheel and at the rear wheels. 4-8 Here's how...
... will wheel speed and controls braking pressure accordingly. If one As you . The computer is wet. Suddenly an animal jumps out in front of available tire and road conditions. A computer senses that wheels are slowing down. separately work the brakes at each front wheel and at the rear wheels. 4-8 Here's how...
Owner's Manual
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... wheels. Here's why: Using Anti-Lock Don't pump the brakes. In many emergencies, steering can help you need to get too close to apply your tires and the road surface, the angle at a reasonable speed. steering and acceleration -- Adding the sudden acceleration can lose control. 4-9 If you've ever tried... though you can steer and brake at the same condition of those places. If you get yourfoot up ahead to do their work where the tires meet the road. Steering Tips Driving on Curves It's importantto take much of your brakes if that vehicle suddenly slows or stops. If there's...
... wheels. Here's why: Using Anti-Lock Don't pump the brakes. In many emergencies, steering can help you need to get too close to apply your tires and the road surface, the angle at a reasonable speed. steering and acceleration -- Adding the sudden acceleration can lose control. 4-9 If you've ever tried... though you can steer and brake at the same condition of those places. If you get yourfoot up ahead to do their work where the tires meet the road. Steering Tips Driving on Curves It's importantto take much of your brakes if that vehicle suddenly slows or stops. If there's...
Owner's Manual
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...can ease a little to the right. Try not to your be farther away from you than it may seem to slip andlose cornering force. to Oldsmobile's three control systems. In the braking skid, If you . Even thoughthe brake lamps are not flashing, it really is convex. Skidding 4-13 ...are far enough ahead of the passed vehicle to see its front in the acceleration skid, too much speed or steering in a curve causes tires can lose control of the vehicle. Perhaps you are always possible. Defensive drivers avoid most skids by taking reasonable care suited to existing conditions...
...can ease a little to the right. Try not to your be farther away from you than it may seem to slip andlose cornering force. to Oldsmobile's three control systems. In the braking skid, If you . Even thoughthe brake lamps are not flashing, it really is convex. Skidding 4-13 ...are far enough ahead of the passed vehicle to see its front in the acceleration skid, too much speed or steering in a curve causes tires can lose control of the vehicle. Perhaps you are always possible. Defensive drivers avoid most skids by taking reasonable care suited to existing conditions...
Owner's Manual
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... off the Driving at Night accelerator pedal and quickly steer the way you 'll want the vehicle to go. Any sudden changes could cause the tires to slow down when you start steering quickly enough, your I vehicle may not realize the surface is slippery until your best to avoid sudden steering...
... off the Driving at Night accelerator pedal and quickly steer the way you 'll want the vehicle to go. Any sudden changes could cause the tires to slow down when you start steering quickly enough, your I vehicle may not realize the surface is slippery until your best to avoid sudden steering...
Owner's Manual
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... same thing at night as much worse by approaching headlamps. Glare at night. For example, if you spend the day in bright sunshine you 're tired, pull off the road in dim light -- Your headlamps canlight up far less of the glass can 'tsee as eyes moving; In remote areas, watch...
... same thing at night as much worse by approaching headlamps. Glare at night. For example, if you spend the day in bright sunshine you 're tired, pull off the road in dim light -- Your headlamps canlight up far less of the glass can 'tsee as eyes moving; In remote areas, watch...
Owner's Manual
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... driving trouble. Replace your reflexes are tuned for driving on Wet Roads Rain and wet roads can 't stop, accelerate or turn as well because your tire-to-road traction isn't as good asdry onroads. It's wise to keep your windshield wiping equipment in good shape and keep your windshield wiper blades.... It's always wise to see road signs and traffic signals, pavement markings, the edge of rubber start to separate from the inserts. And, if your tires don't have much tread left, you are in Rain and on dry pavement. The heavier the rain, the harder it is to go slower be...
... driving trouble. Replace your reflexes are tuned for driving on Wet Roads Rain and wet roads can 't stop, accelerate or turn as well because your tire-to-road traction isn't as good asdry onroads. It's wise to keep your windshield wiping equipment in good shape and keep your windshield wiper blades.... It's always wise to see road signs and traffic signals, pavement markings, the edge of rubber start to separate from the inserts. And, if your tires don't have much tread left, you are in Rain and on dry pavement. The heavier the rain, the harder it is to go slower be...
Owner's Manual
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...telephone can build up under your view restricted by road spray. And be hydroplaning. Have good tires with the road. standing water, water can come in through your tires do not have your tires that is slightly more visible to slow down , allow some extra following distance. It can... Other Rainy WeatherTips 0 Turnonyourlow-beamheadlamps -- Never drive through deep puddles or it has little or no contact with proper tread depth: (See "Tires" in one or engine. Hydroplaning Driving Through Deep Standing Water Hydroplaning is wet enough and you're going fast enough. But it is low....
...telephone can build up under your view restricted by road spray. And be hydroplaning. Have good tires with the road. standing water, water can come in through your tires do not have your tires that is slightly more visible to slow down , allow some extra following distance. It can... Other Rainy WeatherTips 0 Turnonyourlow-beamheadlamps -- Never drive through deep puddles or it has little or no contact with proper tread depth: (See "Tires" in one or engine. Hydroplaning Driving Through Deep Standing Water Hydroplaning is wet enough and you're going fast enough. But it is low....
Owner's Manual
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Reduce your speed according to your speedometer, not to your route? Wiper Blades: Are they all working? Tires: They are . Wear comfortable clothing and shoes you keep it serviced and maintained, it needs service, haveit done before a trip: 0 Windshield Washer Fluid: Is... have up-to well rested. If you can check before starting out. Fuel, Engine Oil, Other Fluids: Have you 'll find experienced andable service expertsin Oldsmobile retail facilities all levels? such as after a day's work -- Of course, you checked all across North America. They'll be to -date maps? 0 ...
Reduce your speed according to your speedometer, not to your route? Wiper Blades: Are they all working? Tires: They are . Wear comfortable clothing and shoes you keep it serviced and maintained, it needs service, haveit done before a trip: 0 Windshield Washer Fluid: Is... have up-to well rested. If you can check before starting out. Fuel, Engine Oil, Other Fluids: Have you 'll find experienced andable service expertsin Oldsmobile retail facilities all levels? such as after a day's work -- Of course, you checked all across North America. They'll be to -date maps? 0 ...
Owner's Manual
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... none going down to let your engine assist your brakes could get so hot thatthey wouldn't work well. Check all fluid levels and alsothe brakes, tires, cooling system and transaxle. They could crash. Always have to l l the work hard on mountains that let you stay in the highest gear possible. 0 If...
... none going down to let your engine assist your brakes could get so hot thatthey wouldn't work well. Check all fluid levels and alsothe brakes, tires, cooling system and transaxle. They could crash. Always have to l l the work hard on mountains that let you stay in the highest gear possible. 0 If...
Owner's Manual
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... can get there. -- Accelerate gently. But wet ice can get wetice when it may offer the least traction of the time, those places where your tires and the road, you accelerate too fast, the drive wheels will need to be even more . Try not to avoid driving on . However, if thereis... the road probably have alot less traction or "grip" and will spin and polish the surfac under the tires even more trouble because it 's about freezing (32"F; 0°C) and freezing rain begins fall. Very cold snow or ice can be slick and hard to ...
... can get there. -- Accelerate gently. But wet ice can get wetice when it may offer the least traction of the time, those places where your tires and the road, you accelerate too fast, the drive wheels will need to be even more . Try not to avoid driving on . However, if thereis... the road probably have alot less traction or "grip" and will spin and polish the surfac under the tires even more trouble because it 's about freezing (32"F; 0°C) and freezing rain begins fall. Very cold snow or ice can be slick and hard to ...
Owner's Manual
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... Fm ? It also gives you important information about the numberof people that you the proper size, speed rating and recommended inflation pressures for the tires on your warranty. Your vehicle could be badly damaged and the repairs would not be in your vehicle and the total weight that can be... it may properly carry. WT. TOTAL LBS. FRT. SPA. KG MAX. LOADING & GVWR SAME AS VEHICLE CAPACITY WEIGHT XXX COLD TIRE PRESSURE SPEED SIZE TIRE PSI/KPa RTG FRT. This weight is called the Vehicle Capacity Weight, and includes the weight of the driver's side rear passenger door...
... Fm ? It also gives you important information about the numberof people that you the proper size, speed rating and recommended inflation pressures for the tires on your warranty. Your vehicle could be badly damaged and the repairs would not be in your vehicle and the total weight that can be... it may properly carry. WT. TOTAL LBS. FRT. SPA. KG MAX. LOADING & GVWR SAME AS VEHICLE CAPACITY WEIGHT XXX COLD TIRE PRESSURE SPEED SIZE TIRE PSI/KPa RTG FRT. This weight is called the Vehicle Capacity Weight, and includes the weight of the driver's side rear passenger door...
Owner's Manual
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... rig will be legal, not only where you live but also where you pull a trailer. Load-pulling components suchas the engine, transaxle, wheel assemblies and tires are important for trailers (orno more ,the trailer adds considerably to operate at all duringthe first 1,000 miles (1 600 k m ) your new vehicleis driven. If You...
... rig will be legal, not only where you live but also where you pull a trailer. Load-pulling components suchas the engine, transaxle, wheel assemblies and tires are important for trailers (orno more ,the trailer adds considerably to operate at all duringthe first 1,000 miles (1 600 k m ) your new vehicleis driven. If You...
Owner's Manual
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... for more than 1000 lbs. (450 kg). Box 30095 Lansing, MI 48909 4-34 You can write us at: Oldsmobile Customer Assistance Center P.O. Weight of the Trailer Tongue The tongue load (A) of your vehicle's tires. Your Vehicle" in the Index for our trailering information or advice, or you must subtract the tongue temperature...
... for more than 1000 lbs. (450 kg). Box 30095 Lansing, MI 48909 4-34 You can write us at: Oldsmobile Customer Assistance Center P.O. Weight of the Trailer Tongue The tongue load (A) of your vehicle's tires. Your Vehicle" in the Index for our trailering information or advice, or you must subtract the tongue temperature...
Owner's Manual
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... install, adjust and maintain During your trip, check occasionally to get of the about safety chains may be sure the brakes are still working . lamps, tires and mirror adjustment. or at the same time. 4-36 Cross the safety chains under the tongueBefore setting out for the open road, you check your...
... install, adjust and maintain During your trip, check occasionally to get of the about safety chains may be sure the brakes are still working . lamps, tires and mirror adjustment. or at the same time. 4-36 Cross the safety chains under the tongueBefore setting out for the open road, you check your...
Owner's Manual
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... Coming From Your Engine 5- 16 5-20 5-2 1 5-30 5-32 5-33 5-33 How to Add Coolant What todo if a Tire Goes Flat How to Change a Flat Tire Where to Store the Flat Tire and Tools Information on the Compact Spare Tire If You're Stuckin Sand, Mud, Snow or on Ice How to Rock Your Vehicle 5-1
... Coming From Your Engine 5- 16 5-20 5-2 1 5-30 5-32 5-33 5-33 How to Add Coolant What todo if a Tire Goes Flat How to Change a Flat Tire Where to Store the Flat Tire and Tools Information on the Compact Spare Tire If You're Stuckin Sand, Mud, Snow or on Ice How to Rock Your Vehicle 5-1
Owner's Manual
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Towing Your Vehicle Try to have an Oldsmobile retailer or a professional towing service tow your vehicle has front-wheel ...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 tow your vehicle without damage. (See "Roadside Assistance" in...the ground. When the towing service arrives, let the tow operator know -how to see them. That your Cutlass. They can still move the shift lever. The make, model and yearof your vehicle cannot be towed from the...
Towing Your Vehicle Try to have an Oldsmobile retailer or a professional towing service tow your vehicle has front-wheel ...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 tow your vehicle without damage. (See "Roadside Assistance" in...the ground. When the towing service arrives, let the tow operator know -how to see them. That your Cutlass. They can still move the shift lever. The make, model and yearof your vehicle cannot be towed from the...
Owner's Manual
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...stop -- Then replacethe pressure cap. well off the accelerator pedal and grip the steering wheel firmly. In any rear blowout, remove your tires properly. If a Tire Goes Flat It's unusual for a tire to "blow out" while you're driving, especially if you 'd use your foot off the road if possible. But if you... want the vehicle to do: If a front tire fails, the flat tire will create a drag that pulls the vehicle toward that side. Be sure the pressure cap is tight. Get the vehicle under control by ...
...stop -- Then replacethe pressure cap. well off the accelerator pedal and grip the steering wheel firmly. In any rear blowout, remove your tires properly. If a Tire Goes Flat It's unusual for a tire to "blow out" while you're driving, especially if you 'd use your foot off the road if possible. But if you... want the vehicle to do: If a front tire fails, the flat tire will create a drag that pulls the vehicle toward that side. Be sure the pressure cap is tight. Get the vehicle under control by ...
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... the vehicle won't move, you how to a level place. To help prevent the vehicle from the one being changed. Find a level place to change a tire. Turn on your tire. The vehicle can causean injury. The following steps will tell you can put blocks at the front and rear of the... tire farthest away from moving: 1. Changing a Flat Tire If a tire goes flat, avoid further tire and wheel damage by driving slowly to use the jack and change your hazard warning...
... the vehicle won't move, you how to a level place. To help prevent the vehicle from the one being changed. Find a level place to change a tire. Turn on your tire. The vehicle can causean injury. The following steps will tell you can put blocks at the front and rear of the... tire farthest away from moving: 1. Changing a Flat Tire If a tire goes flat, avoid further tire and wheel damage by driving slowly to use the jack and change your hazard warning...