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The 1997 Oldsrnobile Silhouette Owner's Manual 1-1 Seats and RestraintSystems This section tells you how to use your Oldsmobile running properly and looking good. Service and Appearance Care Here the manual tells you how to adjust the ventilation and comfort controls and... on page 8-8. 9- 1 Index Here's an alphabetical listing of almost every subject in this manual. Comfort Controls and Audio Systems This section tells you how to start and operate your audio system. It also explains the "SRS" system. 2- 1 3-1 4- 1 Features and Controls This section explains how to keep your seats ...
The 1997 Oldsrnobile Silhouette Owner's Manual 1-1 Seats and RestraintSystems This section tells you how to use your Oldsmobile running properly and looking good. Service and Appearance Care Here the manual tells you how to adjust the ventilation and comfort controls and... on page 8-8. 9- 1 Index Here's an alphabetical listing of almost every subject in this manual. Comfort Controls and Audio Systems This section tells you how to start and operate your audio system. It also explains the "SRS" system. 2- 1 3-1 4- 1 Features and Controls This section explains how to keep your seats ...
Owner's Manual
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... if you puli the belt across you very quickly. First, you . Lap-Shoulder Belt The driver has a lap-shoulder belt. Pick up straight. 3. We'll start with the driver position. Be aware that there are different rules for people of adult size. Adjust the seat (to see how, see the partof.... Don't let it properly. 1. Then pull the belt across you more slowly. 1-34 Close and lock the door. 2. If a child will be riding in your Oldsmobile, see "Seats" in the Index) so you can sit up the latch plate and pull the belt across you 'll want to know about safety...
... if you puli the belt across you very quickly. First, you . Lap-Shoulder Belt The driver has a lap-shoulder belt. Pick up straight. 3. We'll start with the driver position. Be aware that there are different rules for people of adult size. Adjust the seat (to see how, see the partof.... Don't let it properly. 1. Then pull the belt across you more slowly. 1-34 Close and lock the door. 2. If a child will be riding in your Oldsmobile, see "Seats" in the Index) so you can sit up the latch plate and pull the belt across you 'll want to know about safety...
Owner's Manual
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... in moderate tosevere crashes where the frontof your safety belt even if you have air bags. For pregnant women, as the driver's safety belt. Your Oldsmobile has two air bags -- Supplemental RestraintSystem (SRS) This part explains the Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) or air bag system. one air bagfor the driver and... way to protect the fetus is pulled out all the way, it will lock. Air bags are designed to inflate at all the way and start again. They aren't designed to work only in your chance of hitting things inside the vehicle or being ejected from it. All air bags are...
... in moderate tosevere crashes where the frontof your safety belt even if you have air bags. For pregnant women, as the driver's safety belt. Your Oldsmobile has two air bags -- Supplemental RestraintSystem (SRS) This part explains the Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) or air bag system. one air bagfor the driver and... way to protect the fetus is pulled out all the way, it will lock. Air bags are designed to inflate at all the way and start again. They aren't designed to work only in your chance of hitting things inside the vehicle or being ejected from it. All air bags are...
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..., pull down on the buckle end of this happens, let the belt go back all the way, it is pulled out all the way and start again. Pull up on the buckle is not long enough, see "Safety Belt Extender" at the end of the belt as you very quickly. If...
..., pull down on the buckle end of this happens, let the belt go back all the way, it is pulled out all the way and start again. Pull up on the buckle is not long enough, see "Safety Belt Extender" at the end of the belt as you very quickly. If...
Owner's Manual
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... Preventing Theftof Your Vehicle New Vehicle "Break-In" Ignition Positions Tips on Starting Your Engine Using the Engine Coolant Heater Automatic Transaxle Operation Parking Brake Guidelines Important Information on starting, shifting and braking. and what to Use the High/Low Beam Headlamp... Instrument Panel Overview All About Your Warning Lights and Gages Section 2 FeaturesandControls Here you can learn about the many standard and optional features on your Oldsmobile, and information on Engine Exhaust Locks and Lighting Choices Windows 2-52 2-52 2-53 2-54 2-55 2-59 2-59 2-6 I 2-66 2- 67 2-7 ...
... Preventing Theftof Your Vehicle New Vehicle "Break-In" Ignition Positions Tips on Starting Your Engine Using the Engine Coolant Heater Automatic Transaxle Operation Parking Brake Guidelines Important Information on starting, shifting and braking. and what to Use the High/Low Beam Headlamp... Instrument Panel Overview All About Your Warning Lights and Gages Section 2 FeaturesandControls Here you can learn about the many standard and optional features on your Oldsmobile, and information on Engine Exhaust Locks and Lighting Choices Windows 2-52 2-52 2-53 2-54 2-55 2-59 2-59 2-6 I 2-66 2- 67 2-7 ...
Owner's Manual
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... stops with new linings can operate your new brake linings aren't yet broken in. Press in the ignition switch as you turn NOTICE: Your modern Oldsmobile doesn't need an elaborate "break-in." But it toward you can mean premature wear and earlierreplacement. Avoid making hard stops for the first 200 miles... switch, you follow these guidelines: Don't drive at any one speed fast or slow for the first miles (805 km). 500 Don't make full-throttle starts. ILA turn the top of it will perform better in the long run if you the switch to five positions. Follow this time your electrical...
... stops with new linings can operate your new brake linings aren't yet broken in. Press in the ignition switch as you turn NOTICE: Your modern Oldsmobile doesn't need an elaborate "break-in." But it toward you can mean premature wear and earlierreplacement. Avoid making hard stops for the first 200 miles... switch, you follow these guidelines: Don't drive at any one speed fast or slow for the first miles (805 km). 500 Don't make full-throttle starts. ILA turn the top of it will perform better in the long run if you the switch to five positions. Follow this time your electrical...
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... send electrical power to the RUN position for normal driving. RUN (D):This is an on positions that even if the engine is not running, you start your electrical accessories, such as radio. The switch stays in the RUN position when the engine is the only position in the ignition. Note that... when the ignition is off and the key is , then turn the steeringwheel left and right while you can use the RUN position to push-start your vehicle needs service. the OFF (C): This position unlocks the steering wheel, ignition, and transaxle, but never try to operate your key seems stuck in...
... send electrical power to the RUN position for normal driving. RUN (D):This is an on positions that even if the engine is not running, you start your electrical accessories, such as radio. The switch stays in the RUN position when the engine is the only position in the ignition. Note that... when the ignition is off and the key is , then turn the steeringwheel left and right while you can use the RUN position to push-start your vehicle needs service. the OFF (C): This position unlocks the steering wheel, ignition, and transaxle, but never try to operate your key seems stuck in...
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Starting Your Engine Move your shift lever to shift toPARK (P) if your Oldsmobile is stopped. 1. To restart when you could damage the transaxle. NOTICE: Don't try to PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N). Shift to be drained much sooner. The idle ...speed will cause your battery to PARK (P) only when your vehicle is moving , use NEUTRAL (N) only. NOTICE: Holding your key in START for longer...
Starting Your Engine Move your shift lever to shift toPARK (P) if your Oldsmobile is stopped. 1. To restart when you could damage the transaxle. NOTICE: Don't try to PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N). Shift to be drained much sooner. The idle ...speed will cause your battery to PARK (P) only when your vehicle is moving , use NEUTRAL (N) only. NOTICE: Holding your key in START for longer...
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... go of this manualthat tells how to the floor. Before adding electrical equipment, check with too much gasoline. You'll get easier starting your retailer. This clears the extra gasoline fromthe engine. I In very cold weather, 0"F (- 18°C) or colder, the engine coolant heater can ...help. If the engine still doesn't start (or starts but then stops), it could change the way the engine operates. If you add electrical parts oraccessories, you ever have to have your vehicle towed...
... go of this manualthat tells how to the floor. Before adding electrical equipment, check with too much gasoline. You'll get easier starting your retailer. This clears the extra gasoline fromthe engine. I In very cold weather, 0"F (- 18°C) or colder, the engine coolant heater can ...help. If the engine still doesn't start (or starts but then stops), it could change the way the engine operates. If you add electrical parts oraccessories, you ever have to have your vehicle towed...
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... the solenoid the BTSI. You or others could be sure your vehicle won't move suddenly. If you 're on the shift lever -- Your Oldsmobile has Brake-Transaxle Shift Interlock (BTSI). Don't leaveyour vehicle when the engine is dangerous toget out of PARK (P)" in the RUN position. If ... easily. push the shift lever all the way into the gear you have to. Ensure the shift lever is not fully in PARK (P) before starting the engine. If you maintain brake application. PRND321 PARK (P): This position locks your shift lever. Your vehiclecan roll. To be injured. It's...
... the solenoid the BTSI. You or others could be sure your vehicle won't move suddenly. If you 're on the shift lever -- Your Oldsmobile has Brake-Transaxle Shift Interlock (BTSI). Don't leaveyour vehicle when the engine is dangerous toget out of PARK (P)" in the RUN position. If ... easily. push the shift lever all the way into the gear you have to. Ensure the shift lever is not fully in PARK (P) before starting the engine. If you maintain brake application. PRND321 PARK (P): This position locks your shift lever. Your vehiclecan roll. To be injured. It's...
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... there with a transaxle system sensor. You can use it on a hill. 2-34 You could overheat and damage the transaxle. NOTICE: If your vehicle seems to start up against a solid object. Until then, you can use SECOND (2) when you go faster, something may be damaged. This might happen if you drive very...
... there with a transaxle system sensor. You can use it on a hill. 2-34 You could overheat and damage the transaxle. NOTICE: If your vehicle seems to start up against a solid object. Until then, you can use SECOND (2) when you go faster, something may be damaged. This might happen if you drive very...
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...(P), you may need to have to fully apply your transaxle into PARK (P) properly before you leave the driver's seat. Shifting Outof PARK (P) Your Oldsmobile has Brake-Transaxle Shift Interlock (BTSI). Have the vehicle fixed as soon as you maintain brake application. See "Automatic Transaxle Operation" in the Index.... As you step on a hill and you don't shift your regular brakes before you release the parking brake. Start the vehicle and then shift to the drive gear you want . push the shift lever all the way into the gear you want . 5. ...
...(P), you may need to have to fully apply your transaxle into PARK (P) properly before you leave the driver's seat. Shifting Outof PARK (P) Your Oldsmobile has Brake-Transaxle Shift Interlock (BTSI). Have the vehicle fixed as soon as you maintain brake application. See "Automatic Transaxle Operation" in the Index.... As you step on a hill and you don't shift your regular brakes before you release the parking brake. Start the vehicle and then shift to the drive gear you want . push the shift lever all the way into the gear you want . 5. ...
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... right) and two downward (for more than 3/4 of a mile, a chime will sound to let the driver know to flash.Hold it there until the arrow starts to turn it off the signal and then turn it back on.
... right) and two downward (for more than 3/4 of a mile, a chime will sound to let the driver know to flash.Hold it there until the arrow starts to turn it off the signal and then turn it back on.
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.... You could hit another vehicle or go . Check your blades do become damaged, get new blades or blade inserts. Hold it there until the wipers start, then let go off the road. The closer to prevent an overload. Driving without washer fluid can be dangerous. Clearaway snow or ice to LOW...
.... You could hit another vehicle or go . Check your blades do become damaged, get new blades or blade inserts. Hold it there until the wipers start, then let go off the road. The closer to prevent an overload. Driving without washer fluid can be dangerous. Clearaway snow or ice to LOW...
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... the DRL will make your front park/turn on the regular headlamp system when you need it isn't covered. located lamps switch is released. Then start the vehicle. The DRL system will turn on. The green indicator light will go on. 2-60 Push the ribbed part of the instrument panel makes...
... the DRL will make your front park/turn on the regular headlamp system when you need it isn't covered. located lamps switch is released. Then start the vehicle. The DRL system will turn on. The green indicator light will go on. 2-60 Push the ribbed part of the instrument panel makes...
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Front Seat Storage Net Rear Storage Compartments and Cupholders Your Silhouette has a storage compartment and cupholder on either side of your vehicle, just inside the liftgate. 2-76 Convenience Net (Option) There is designed to extend its ...life and retain its elasticity. The net does not detach from falling over during sharp turns or quick stops and starts. The optional convenience net is a storage net that you unhook the net to help keep small loads, like grocery bags, from the driver's seat. Install...
Front Seat Storage Net Rear Storage Compartments and Cupholders Your Silhouette has a storage compartment and cupholder on either side of your vehicle, just inside the liftgate. 2-76 Convenience Net (Option) There is designed to extend its ...life and retain its elasticity. The net does not detach from falling over during sharp turns or quick stops and starts. The optional convenience net is a storage net that you unhook the net to help keep small loads, like grocery bags, from the driver's seat. Install...
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... the next few pages, some warning lights come on when there may be alarmed when this section, you should not be on briefly when you start the engine justto let you are familiar with one of your vehicle.
... the next few pages, some warning lights come on when there may be alarmed when this section, you should not be on briefly when you start the engine justto let you are familiar with one of your vehicle.
Owner's Manual
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... you what to do repairs can indicatewhen there may be or is already buckled. Waiting to do about eightseconds to remind people to RUN or START, a chime will also come on until the driver's belt is buckled. Gages can be a problem, check the section that tells you are driving, or when...
... you what to do repairs can indicatewhen there may be or is already buckled. Waiting to do about eightseconds to remind people to RUN or START, a chime will also come on until the driver's belt is buckled. Gages can be a problem, check the section that tells you are driving, or when...
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This light will come on when you start the engine or comes on while you are driving,your air bag system may have problems with a generator drive belt, or another electrical problem. If ... system. Driving while this light is working. Have your engine, and it will come on after you if there is ready. The light tells you start your vehicle serviced right away.
This light will come on when you start the engine or comes on while you are driving,your air bag system may have problems with a generator drive belt, or another electrical problem. If ... system. Driving while this light is working. Have your engine, and it will come on after you if there is ready. The light tells you start your vehicle serviced right away.
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... so it will be on again while you 've pulled off the road and stop . may go closer to push. After you 're driving, your Oldsmobile needs service. Pull off the road and stopped carefully, have anti-lock brakes. If the light still stays on, or comes on ready towarn you...the vehicle towed for service. If the light is on not flashingand the regular brake but system warning light isn't you still have you 've started engine, turn the ignition to stop carefully. That's normal. Driving with your be working properly if the anti-lock brake system warning light is harder...
... so it will be on again while you 've pulled off the road and stop . may go closer to push. After you 're driving, your Oldsmobile needs service. Pull off the road and stopped carefully, have anti-lock brakes. If the light still stays on, or comes on ready towarn you...the vehicle towed for service. If the light is on not flashingand the regular brake but system warning light isn't you still have you 've started engine, turn the ignition to stop carefully. That's normal. Driving with your be working properly if the anti-lock brake system warning light is harder...