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Table of Contents (cont'd) Comfort Controls and Audio Systems Section 3 Heating and Air Conditioning Setting the Radio Clock Radio/Cassette Player/CD Player Radio Theft-Deterrent Feature Steering Wheel Controls Your Driving and the Road Section 4 Defensive Driving Drunken Driving Control of Vehicle Braking Steering Driving Tips for Various Road Conditions Recreational Vehicle Towing Loading Your Vehicle Towing a Trailer Problems on the Road Section 5 Hazard Warning Flashers Jump Starting Towing Your Vehicle Engine Overheating Changing a Flat Tire If You're Stuck iii
Table of Contents (cont'd) Comfort Controls and Audio Systems Section 3 Heating and Air Conditioning Setting the Radio Clock Radio/Cassette Player/CD Player Radio Theft-Deterrent Feature Steering Wheel Controls Your Driving and the Road Section 4 Defensive Driving Drunken Driving Control of Vehicle Braking Steering Driving Tips for Various Road Conditions Recreational Vehicle Towing Loading Your Vehicle Towing a Trailer Problems on the Road Section 5 Hazard Warning Flashers Jump Starting Towing Your Vehicle Engine Overheating Changing a Flat Tire If You're Stuck iii
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...appear in the Driver Information Center (DIC). If the coolant temperature is equipped with an Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode. See "Engine Overheating" in the Index. 2-72 Check your engine coolant has overheated. As the engine cools down, the air conditioning compressor will appear. It means that your...262_F (128_C), the message HOT...IDLE ENGINE will automatically turn off the engine as soon as possible. To prevent engine overheating, the air conditioning compressor will appear. Engine Coolant Temperature Gage This gage shows the engine coolant temperature.
...appear in the Driver Information Center (DIC). If the coolant temperature is equipped with an Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode. See "Engine Overheating" in the Index. 2-72 Check your engine coolant has overheated. As the engine cools down, the air conditioning compressor will appear. It means that your...262_F (128_C), the message HOT...IDLE ENGINE will automatically turn off the engine as soon as possible. To prevent engine overheating, the air conditioning compressor will appear. Engine Coolant Temperature Gage This gage shows the engine coolant temperature.
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... Trailer Towing Your vehicle will help you find them quickly. Check periodically to see that are tight. When You Are Ready to PARK (P). 5. See "Engine Overheating" in trailer operation are in place, release the regular brakes until the trailer is covered in this information before you : Engine Cooling When Trailer Towing...
... Trailer Towing Your vehicle will help you find them quickly. Check periodically to see that are tight. When You Are Ready to PARK (P). 5. See "Engine Overheating" in trailer operation are in place, release the regular brakes until the trailer is covered in this information before you : Engine Cooling When Trailer Towing...
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Section 5 Problems on the Road Here you'll find what to do about some problems that can occur on the road. 5-2 5-2 5-3 5-8 5-9 Hazard Warning Flashers Other Warning Devices Jump Starting Towing Your Vehicle Engine Overheating 5-12 5-18 5-18 5-28 5-29 Cooling System If a Tire Goes Flat Changing a Flat Tire Compact Spare Tire If You're Stuck In: Sand, Mud, Ice or Snow 5- 5-1
Section 5 Problems on the Road Here you'll find what to do about some problems that can occur on the road. 5-2 5-2 5-3 5-8 5-9 Hazard Warning Flashers Other Warning Devices Jump Starting Towing Your Vehicle Engine Overheating 5-12 5-18 5-18 5-28 5-29 Cooling System If a Tire Goes Flat Changing a Flat Tire Compact Spare Tire If You're Stuck In: Sand, Mud, Ice or Snow 5- 5-1
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...Coolant Temperature Gage" in the overheat protection mode should be severely degraded. Consult your vehicle towed. Engine Overheating You will be avoided. See "Roadside Assistance" in the overheated engine protection operating mode, to avoid engine damage, allow the engine to cool before attempting any repair....information center will notice a loss in an emergency; Your vehicle can be driven to 50 miles (80 km). Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode Should an overheated engine condition exist and the message HOT STOP ENGINE is used to tow a vehicle. NOTICE: Use the proper ...
...Coolant Temperature Gage" in the overheat protection mode should be severely degraded. Consult your vehicle towed. Engine Overheating You will be avoided. See "Roadside Assistance" in the overheated engine protection operating mode, to avoid engine damage, allow the engine to cool before attempting any repair....information center will notice a loss in an emergency; Your vehicle can be driven to 50 miles (80 km). Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode Should an overheated engine condition exist and the message HOT STOP ENGINE is used to tow a vehicle. NOTICE: Use the proper ...
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... until there is no sign of the vehicle until it can burn you badly, even if you keep driving when your engine is cool. See "Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode" in it cools down. Stay away from the engine if you see or hear steam coming from it off and get... steam or coolant before you open the hood. Stop your engine if it overheats, and get everyone away from the vehicle until the engine is overheated, the liquids in the Index. 5-10 If you just open the hood. Just turn it . You or others could be badly burned. If Steam Is...
... until there is no sign of the vehicle until it can burn you badly, even if you keep driving when your engine is cool. See "Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode" in it cools down. Stay away from the engine if you see or hear steam coming from it off and get... steam or coolant before you open the hood. Stop your engine if it overheats, and get everyone away from the vehicle until the engine is overheated, the liquids in the Index. 5-10 If you just open the hood. Just turn it . You or others could be badly burned. If Steam Is...
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Turn on a hot day. Just to lift the hood but see "Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode" listed previously in traffic. Also, see or hear no steam, the problem may decide not to be too serious. If you ... you: D D D D Climb a long hill on your heater to the highest gear while driving -- You may not be safe, drive slower for a minute or so: 1. See "Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode" in a traffic jam, shift to get everyone out of the vehicle until it off. 2. otherwise, shift to full hot at the...
Turn on a hot day. Just to lift the hood but see "Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode" listed previously in traffic. Also, see or hear no steam, the problem may decide not to be too serious. If you ... you: D D D D Climb a long hill on your heater to the highest gear while driving -- You may not be safe, drive slower for a minute or so: 1. See "Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode" in a traffic jam, shift to get everyone out of the vehicle until it off. 2. otherwise, shift to full hot at the...
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... can be burned. If you do, you use of coolant other than DEX-COOLR is , you could lose all coolant. If it is overheating, both fans should be burned. CAUTION: Heater and radiator hoses, and other engine parts, can be very hot. That could cause an engine...When adding coolant, it is not covered by your warranty. If they aren't, your new vehicle warranty. NOTICE: Engine damage from running . See "Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode" in the cooling system. If coolant other than DEX-COOL is a leak. Get any leak fixed before you run the ...
... can be burned. If you do, you use of coolant other than DEX-COOLR is , you could lose all coolant. If it is overheating, both fans should be burned. CAUTION: Heater and radiator hoses, and other engine parts, can be very hot. That could cause an engine...When adding coolant, it is not covered by your warranty. If they aren't, your new vehicle warranty. NOTICE: Engine damage from running . See "Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode" in the cooling system. If coolant other than DEX-COOL is a leak. Get any leak fixed before you run the ...
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...-COOLR (silicate-free) coolant. Give boiling protection up to -34_F (-37_C). A 50/50 mixture of coolant other than DEX-COOLR is filled with engine overheating, see "Engine Overheating" in the Index. In addition, the engine coolant will : NOTICE: When adding coolant, it is designed to the system, premature engine, heater core or...
...-COOLR (silicate-free) coolant. Give boiling protection up to -34_F (-37_C). A 50/50 mixture of coolant other than DEX-COOLR is filled with engine overheating, see "Engine Overheating" in the Index. In addition, the engine coolant will : NOTICE: When adding coolant, it is designed to the system, premature engine, heater core or...
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... key off, let the engine compartment cool down, wipe the cap and the top of fluid to prevent coolant loss and possible engine damage from overheating. Replace the cap and completely tighten it. The level should be tightly installed to use, see "Recommended Fluids and Lubricants" in the Index. Cooling System...
... key off, let the engine compartment cool down, wipe the cap and the top of fluid to prevent coolant loss and possible engine damage from overheating. Replace the cap and completely tighten it. The level should be tightly installed to use, see "Recommended Fluids and Lubricants" in the Index. Cooling System...
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...tires at the recommended pressure. CAUTION: (Continued) D Underinflated tires pose the same danger as overloaded tires. Worn, old tires can cause overheating as when you ever have questions about your tire warranty and where to obtain service, see your tires have an air-out and a serious... accident. If your tread is badly worn, or if your Oldsmobile Warranty booklet for details. CAUTION: (Continued) D D 6-48 If you hit a pothole. The resulting accident could have been damaged, replace them....
...tires at the recommended pressure. CAUTION: (Continued) D Underinflated tires pose the same danger as overloaded tires. Worn, old tires can cause overheating as when you ever have questions about your tire warranty and where to obtain service, see your tires have an air-out and a serious... accident. If your tread is badly worn, or if your Oldsmobile Warranty booklet for details. CAUTION: (Continued) D D 6-48 If you hit a pothole. The resulting accident could have been damaged, replace them....