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1. 98 Wear Indicatnrs Index 326 Brake System Warning Light Anti Lock Brake System 99 Standard 98 Brakes Anti Lock 149 Warming Light reena an 99 cien eser eene eee 148 Braking in Emergencies 155 Braking Technique 148 Break In New Vehicle Normal Driving s 54 When Towing a Trailer 177 Buckling Up see Safety Belts Bulb Replacement Center High Mounted Stoplight nnn 263 280 BBY Ehe remi annes 240 ee SUHOMESAM T E _ 243 280 Taillight 247 280 TN and Specifications Spec Carbon Monoxide in Exhaust Cassette Tape Holder 83 Cassette Tape Player see Audio Systems Center Lap Belts see ANEY Chains Tire 212 258 Changing Flat ao 205 Checking Aim of the Headlights 241 Automatic Transaxle Pub cene HARTE 231 Brake Fluid apr 238 Engine 235 Engine Oil Power Steering 237 Safety Belt 5 42 Things Under the Hood Child Restraints 3 Cigarette Lighter Circuit Breakers amp Fuses
2. 133 Understanding Radio Reception enere ur sce 133 Care of Your Cassette Tape 134 Gare nt Your Don part DIANC 135 Fixed Mask ooi EEA reae perd vira at emere ree 135 Power Antenna Mast Care 1er eremi rant ice nemi animan tena ina D 109 110 Comfort Controls amp Audio Systems COMAE CONTAC Climate Control The air conditioner and heater work best if you keep your windows closed while using them Your vehicle also has the flow through ventilation system described later in this section OFF Press to turn the blower off Some air will still come from the outlets at the floor Press any function button to turn the system on Temperature Control Lever This lever changes the temperature of the air coming through the system The higher the lever setting the warmer the air Selects the force of air you want Press LO to lower the fan speed HI to raise it Air Conditioning On very hot days open the windows long enough to let hot inside air escape This reduces the time it takes for your vehicle to cool down which should help fuel economy There are three air conditioning settings MAX Provides maximum cooling or quick cool down on very hot days This setting also helps prevent outside odors from enter
3. 243 Replacement Bulbs 280 275 Head 15 Head Up Display HUD 101 Heater meh b Ine d oc Heater Engine Block 57 229 High 78 160 Highway Hypnosis cow 169 Hill and Mountain Roads 170 Hills Parking on 171 Hood Release 222 Safety Warning 223 Warning Overheated gia 197 Horn 67 Hot Engine Safety Warnings _ 197 How the Anti Lock Brake System Works 150 HUD Head Up 101 Hydroplaning 163 I dentification ETUR rr eve reine 269 Lahel Service Paris EE 269 Number Vehicle VIN Code 268 Idling Your Engine 65 67 If You re Stuck In Sand Mud Ice or Snow 212 Ignition TER 46 cech nre Eres 54 Indicator Lights see Warning Lights Infant Restraint see Child Restraints Inflation 253 Inside Rearview Mirror 80 Instrument Panel 89 Instrument Panel Clusters e Instrument Panel Intensity Control Instrument Panel Warning Lights 2 Jump Starting Kass Entry bon Keys y jm Change Indicator
4. i S we The coolant level should be at or above Engine damage from run When vou decide it s safe to lift the the COLD mark hood here s what you ll see If it isn t vou may have a leak in the A Coolant recovery tank radiator hoses heater hoses radiator POETAE water pump or somewhere else in the If there seems to be no leak check to Radiator Pepe one cooling system see if the electric engine fan is running C Electric engine fan If the engine is overheating the fan If the coolant inside the coolant CAUTION should be running If it isn t your recovery tank is boiling don t do vehicle needs service anything else until it cools down How to Add Coolant to the Coolant Sea Recovery Tank vou haven t found a problem yet but the coolant level isn t at or above COLD add a 50 50 mixture of clean water preferably distilled and a proper antifreeze at the coolant recovery tank See the Index under Engine Coolant for more information about the proper coolant mix 199 Problems on the Road Engine Overheating CAUTION Adding only plain water to your cooling system can be dangerous Plain water or some other liquid like alcohol can boil before the proper coolant mix will Your vehicle s coolant warning system is set for the proper coolant mix With plain water or the wrong mix your engine could get too hot but you wouldn t get the overheat warning
5. 151 E Filter insomma oer M Door Locks 1 2 47 lectric Outside Mirror Control 82 Pressure incid Downshifting 170 182 Electrical Equipment Adding 269 Temperature Warning Light 96 Driver Information System 89 Electronic Climate Control 113 When to Change 5 us 22 Driver Position 2 22 Emergencies Braking in 153 Engine Overheating 197 Driving usse 139 Emergencies on the Road 187 Engine Specifications 282 At A 159 Emergencies Steering in 155 Engine Starting 55 CH aces eee eerie LOD Emtrgency Maring oen 189 Ethanol in 219 327 Index 328 Exhaust Dangerous Gas in 66 Parking with the Engine Running 67 Expectant Mothers Use af Expressway Driving 166 Extender Safety Belt 41 Exterior Appearance see Appearance Care abric Cleaning see Appearance Care Fan Warnings Filling the Fuel Tank Filter 190 191 198 221 277 4 A30 283 Pipl 2 Oil sevi dH Flash to Pass Flashers Hazard Warning a 188 Flat Tire 204 Flooded Engine Ae Fl
6. Extender 1 4 How to Wear we 21 Passenger Belts one 2G Pregnancy Use During 25 Questions amp Answers 20 24 40 45 Rear Safety Belts 27 Replacement 42 Right Front Adult Passenger 26 Smaller Children and Babies 30 Leere eo ES Twisted Vehicles First Sold i in Canada 21 Why You Should Wear DAt PES one eee 331 Index 332 Safety Defects Reporting 314 Scheduled Maintenance Services 290 Seat Belts sce Safety SA Seat Controls Oe kok Adjustable Supports Head Restraint ORCA Manual Front Seat Manual Reclining Seatback 14 Power Seat Reclining Seatback LL Seatback Latches ey Seat Rear Split Fold Down Mh LG Service Engine Soon Light 100 Service Information MEAE Service Parts Identification Label 269 Service Publications 316 Service Publications Order Form 319 Service Station Information Setting the Clock 118 Setting the Trip Odometer 92 93 Shifting Into P Park Chium Shift suerte 64 Console Shift Pee 65 Shifting the Automatic Transaxle 58 Signaling Turns 69 143 Signs Road 140 Six Way Power 13
7. With cruise control you can maintain a speed of about 25 mph 40 km h or more without keeping your foot on the accelerator This can really help on long trips Cruise control does not work at speeds below about 25 mph 40 km h When you apply your brakes the cruise control shuts off CAUTION To Set Cruise Control 1 Move the cruise control switch to 3 Push in the SET button at the end af ON the lever and release it 4 Take your foot off the accelerator CAUTION pedal 2 Get up to the speed you want 7l Features amp Controls 72 CAUTION To Resume a Set Speed Suppose you set your cruise control at a desired speed and then you apply the brake This of course shuts off the cruise control But you don t need to reset it Once you re going about 25 mph 40 km h or more you can move the cruise control switch from to R A which stands for Resume Accelerate for about half a second You ll go right back up to your chosen speed and stay there To increase Speed While Using Cruise Control There are two ways to go to a higher speed Here s the first 1 Use the accelerator pedal to get to the higher speed 2 Push the button at the end of the lever then release the button and the accelerator pedal You ll now cruise at the higher speed Here s the second way to go to a higher speed 1 Move the cruise switch from ON to R A Hold it there until you get up to the sp
8. In the yellow caution area we tell you what the hazard is Then we tell you what to do to help avoid or reduce the hazard Please read these cautions If you don t you or others could be hurt You will also find a red circle with a slash through it in this book This safety symbol means Don t Don t do this Don t let this happen Vehicle Damage Warnings Also in this book you will find these blue notices In the blue notice area we tell you about something that can damage your vehicle Many times this damage would not be covered by your warranty and it could be costly But the notice will tell you what to do to help avoid the damage When you read other manuals you might see CAUTION and NOTICE warnings in different colors or in different words In this manual we ve used the familiar words and colors that Oldsmobile has used for years You ll also see warning labels on your vehicle They use the same colors and the words CAUTION or NOTICE Vehicle Symbols These are some of the symbols you These symbols are important for you These symbols have to do with your will find on your vehicle For and your passengers whenever your lights example these symbols are used on vehicle is driven an original battery Fasten Safety Belts A Master Lighting Switch rgi Caution Possible Injury S Protect Eyes by Turn Signal Direction Shielding Door Lock Unlock Could Cause Burns
9. 110 115 Alcohol Driving Under the InBaenee af 145 Alcohol in Gasoline 219 Aluminum Wheels Cleaning 265 Removing oraa 206 Appearance Antenna Fixed Mast 135 Antifreeze T 234 277 278 Anti Lock Brake System ABS 149 Anti Lock Brake System Ashtrays and Lighters 84 Audio Systems etus 11 AM FM Stereo Radio 119 AM FM Stereo Radio with Cassette Player 121 AM FM Stereo with Cassette Player and Graphic Equalizer 126 AM FM Stereo with Cassette ee and Music Search SURE ira AM FM Stereo with Compact Disc Player 129 Audio Bass Control PER ES Care of Audio Systems a 134 Delco Loc Anti Theft Feature ue 131 Radio Reception Understanding 153 Setting the Clock 118 steering Wheel Touch Controls Automatic Lap Shoulder Belt see Safety Belts Automatic Transaxle Adding Fluid 2 233 276 278 Checking Fluid 7 2351 Shifting T E E Starting the Engine PPro ii Bd em Remote Lock Control 5 Battery A Jump Starting 189 ini Warning Light 98 Heater Engine Blowout 2 2 aces 204 Brake Fluid 238 278 Master Cylinder 238 VARI oa econtra 63 Warning Light
10. t takes a little more or less fuel to fill up than the gage indicated For example the gage may have indicated the tank was half full but it actually took a little more or less than half the tank s capacity ta fill the tank The gage moves a little when you turn a corner or speed up For your fuel tank capacity see Service station Information on the last page af this manual DN 1 ELE 1 2 Low Fuel Warning Light ELECTRONIC CLUSTER If your fuel is low a light will come on The warning will not go off until you add fuel It will also come on for a few seconds when you first turn on the ignition as a check to show you it is working If it doesn t come on then have it fixed EI SELECT Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Light ELECTRONIC CLUSTER This light tells you that your engine coolant has overheated or your radiator cooling fan is not working If you have been operating your vehicle under normal driving conditions vou should pull off the road stop your vehicle and turn the engine off as soon as possible HOT COOLANT CAN BURN YOU BADLY In Problems on the Road this manual shows what to do See the Index under Engine Overheating Engine Coolant Temperature Gage ANALOG CLUSTER You have a gage that shows the engine coolant temperature If the gage pointer moves into the red area your engine is too hot That reading means the same thing as the warning light It means th
11. Your Driving and the Road 182 Driving with a Trailer Making Turns When you re turning with a trailer make wider turns than normal Do this so your trailer won t strike soft shoulders curbs road signs trees or other objects Avoid jerky or sudden maneuvers Signal well in advance Turn Signals When Towing a Trailer When you tow a trailer your vehicle has to have a different turn signal flasher and extra wiring The green arrows on your instrument panel will flash whenever you signal a turn or lane change Properly hooked up the trailer lights will also flash telling other drivers you re about to turn change lanes or stop When towing a trailer the green arrows on your instrument panel will flash for turns even if the bulbs on the trailer are burned out Thus you may think drivers behind you are seeing your signal when they are not It s important to check occasionally to be sure the trailer bulbs are still working Driving On Grades Reduce speed and shift to a lower gear before you start down a long or steep downgrade If you don t shift down you might have to use your brakes so much that they would get hot and no longer work well On a long uphill grade shift down and reduce your speed to around 45 mph 70 km h to reduce the possibility of engine and transaxle overheating If you are towing a trailer and you have an automatic transaxle with Overdrive you may want to drive in D instead of
12. 270 City Driving ore Eu Cleaner Air 230 283 Cleaning Aluminum Wheels 265 Antenna 135 Cassette Player and Tapes 134 Compact Discs 135 Pub 260 Fiberglass Springs e o e ety See TRE INST EXES CIUS HUD Head Up Display Inside of Your Vehicle Leather and Vinyl rp 262 Outside of Your Vehicle Special Problems Underbody Maintenance Warnings n Weatherstrips White Sidewall Tires 2 Windshield Clock Setting 1 Clusters Instrument Panel 90 Coin Holder 2483 Comfort Controls Climate Control 110 Electronic Climate Control 113 Steering Wheel Touch Controls 116 espere rnit emn 111 Compact Disc Player see Audio Systems Compact Spare Tire s 211 Compartments Storage 83 84 Console Rear Seat 84 Controlling a Skid 158 Emergency Towing 193 Control of a Vehicle 147 104 Engine Block Heater oucas 57 229 Convenience Net 53 Drunken sues
13. DICHTER aedem dem 175 Wrecker Towing 193 334 Notes 335 Service Station Information Hood Release See Page 222 Engine Oil See Page 226 Battery The Delco Freedom battery needs no water See Page 240 Windshield Washer Fluid See Page 237 Cooling System Check and add coolant only at the coolant recovery tank The fluid should be at the HOT mark when the engine is warm If the engine is cool the level should be at the COLD mark or a little higher See Page 234 Transaxle Fluid See Page 231 Cold Tire Pressure See Tire Loading Information label on inside of trunk lid see Page 255 Fuel Capacity 16 5 U S Gal 62 L pare Tire Pressure Use unleaded gas only Compact Spare 60 psi 420 kPa 87 octane or higher See Page 211 See Page 219 336
14. ICONS BOSE NE DSI A ER 47 Remote Lock Control 49 Die doo EU SELL NO iate 34 Ignition eise ne ree 94 Starting Your Engine tissu qid 95 Engine Block Heater MEHR ELDER 57 THREE im DERERBIDRIE Lese rene reete tema ert ener s MM MM ERE 258 Parking Brake Re PIU end 63 Shifting into Park SPHERE MUSS Hirt COSTUMES aT TUUS sy hop al IN ZU 64 RIETI OE 68 Turn Signal Headlight Beam Lever HM M mu ME aon 69 C CIPUE clr eA Pin pourra 2 T Windshield 2 E Windshield E 75 a EH Hep Le Forte E IMMISIT 76 digno eee Mirrors TW Sae TCI TE re 80 Storage Compartments 83 Ashtrays and UAR Mister Eh 84 Sun
15. Although your Oldsmobile has a number of theft deterrent features we know that nothing we put on it can make it impossible to steal However there are ways you can help Key in the Ignition If you walk away from your vehicle with the keys inside it s an easy target for joy riders or professional thieves so don t do it When you park your Oldsmobile and open the driver s door you ll hear a tone reminding you to remove your key from the ignition and take it with you Always do this Your steering wheel will be locked and so will your ignition and transaxle And remember to lock the doors 51 Features amp Controls 52 Theft Parking at Night Park in a lighted spot close all windows and lock your vehicle Remember to keep your valuables out of sight Put them in storage area or take them with you Parking Lots If you park in a lot where someone will be watching your vehicle it s best to lock it up and take Lock Finder On 2 door models only pull the driver s door handle to light the door lock for a few seconds This helps you find the lock when it s dark your keys But what if you have to leave your ignition key What if you have to leave something valuable in your vehicle Put your valuahles in storage area like your trunk or glove box Lock all the doors except the driver s Then take the door key with you Trunk Lock To unlock the trunk from the outside inse
16. If you have your foot on the brake pedal this check won t happen until the vehicle goes about 4 mph 6 km h or until vou take your foot off the brake Here s how anti lock works Let s say the road is wet You re driving safely Suddenly an animal jumps out in front of you You slam on the brakes Here s what happens with ABS A computer senses that wheels are slowing down The computer separately works the brakes at each front wheel and at the rear wheels The anti lock system can change the brake pressure faster than any driver dal E Es could The computer is programmed to Tout hear a Clicking noise the make the most of available tire and road next time the vehicle goes about 4 mph conditions km h 150 You can steer around the obstacle while braking hard As you brake your computer keeps receiving updates on wheel speed and controls braking pressure accordingly CAUTION AN Anti lock doesn t change the time you need to get your foot up to the brake pedal If you get too close to the vehicle in front of you you won t have time to apply your brakes if that vehicle suddenly slows or stops Always leave enough room up ahead to stop even though you have anti lock brakes To Use Anti Lock Don t pump the brakes Just hold the brake pedal down and let anti lock work for you When you start your vehicle and begin to drive away vou may notice that your brake peda
17. Before replacing a headlight that does not light check to make sure that the wiring connector is securely fastened to It See the Index under Replacement Bulbs to check the size and type of headlight you need to use before you begin to replace the headlight You must replace a headlight with one that is exactly the same 1 Pry up the plastic pins and remove the headlight cover 243 Service amp Appearance Care To Replace a Headlight cowr 2 Remove the Torx head screws at the 4 Remove the wiring connector from 5 Check the new headlight again The end of the aiming ring The aiming the headlight socket by lifting the number on the top of the light A ring will swing open like a gate plastic locking tabs on the connector must match the number on the and pulling it fram the socket headlight being replaced The letter iming ring from the 3 Remove the aiming ring from U or L must also match assembly 244 6 Plug the wiring connector into the headlight socket Snap the locking tabs onto the socket 7 Place the new headlight in the headlight assembly The socket must be pointing in the same direction the socket on the burned out bulb was 8 Insert the tabs on the aiming ring into the slots in the headlight assembly UCL rannat 9 Holding the aiming ring closed insert the screws at the end of the ring Tighten the
18. N Never do this shoulder belt but the child is so hildre small that the shoulder belt is very close to the child s face or neck A Move the child toward the center of the vehicle but be sure that the shoulder belt still is on the child s shoulder so that in a crash the child s upper body would have the restraint that belts provide If the child is so small that the shoulder belt is still very close to the child s face or neck you might want to place the child in the center seat position the one that has only a lap belt 40 Wherever the child sits the lap portion of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips just touching the child s thighs This applies belt force to the child s pelvic bones in a crash Safely Belt Extender If the vehicle s safety belt will fasten around you you should use it The automatic lap shoulder belt has plenty of extra length built in so it will fasten around almost all people But if a safety belt isn t long enough to fasten your dealer will order you an extender It s free When you go in to order it take the heaviest coat you will wear so the extender will be long enough for you The extender will just for you and just for the seat in your vehicle that you choose Don t let someone else use it and use it only for the seat it is made to fit To wear it just attach it to the regular safety belt 41 Seats amp Safety Belts 42 Checking Your R
19. NOTICE Replacing Brake System Parts The braking system on a modern vehicle is complex Its many parts have to be of top quality and work well together if the vehicle is to have really good braking Vehicles we design and test have top quality GM brake parts in them as your Oldsmobile does when it is new When you replace parts of your braking system for example when your brake linings wear down and you have to have new ones put in be sure you get new genuine GM replacement parts If you don t your brakes may longer work properly For example if someone puts in brake linings that are wrong for your vehicle the balance between your front and rear brakes can change for the worse The braking performance you ve come to expect can change in many other ways if someone puts in the wrong replacement brake parts Service amp Appearance Care 240 Bulb Replacement In this section you ll find directions for changing the light bulbs in some of the lights on your Oldsmobile You ll also gt 4 find directions for adjusting the alignment of the mini quad headlights Battery Vehicle Storage if vou have this type Every new Oldsmobile has a Delco If you re not going to drive your vehicle Be sure to read the directions before Freedom battery You never have to for 25 days or more take off the black you begin to replace or adjust any lights add water t
20. Once you are moving on the freeway make certain you allow a reasonable following distance Expect to move slightly slower at night Leaving the Freeway When you want to leave the freeway move to the proper lane well in advance Dashing across lanes at the last minute is dangerous If you miss your exit do not under any circumstances stop and back up Drive on to the next exit At each exit point is a deceleration lane Ideally it should be long enough for you to enter it at freeway speed after signaling of course and then do your braking before moving onto the exit ramp Unfortunately nat all deceleration lanes are long enough some are too short for all the braking Decide when to start braking If you must brake on the through lane and if there is traffic close behind you you can allow a little extra time and flash your brake lights in addition to your turn signal as extra warning that you are about to slow down and exit The exit ramp can be curved sometimes quite sharply The exit speed is usually posted Reduce your speed according to your speedometer not to your sense of motion After driving for any distance at higher speeds you may tend to think you are going slower than you actually are For example 40 mph 65 km h might seem like only 20 mph 30 km h Obviously this could lead to serious trouble on a ramp designed for 20 mph 30 km h 167 Your Driving and the Road 168 Driving
21. PRISE e m Lx Cerne m e NNNM E ee 7 _ rs Table of Contents Port The Power of Intelligent Engineering How to Use this Manual Seats amp Safety Belts Features amp Controls Comfort Controls amp Audio Systems Your Driving and the Road Problems on the Road Service amp Appearance Care Maintenance Schedule Customer Assistance Information Includes Reporting Safety Defects page 314 Index Service Station Information First Edition il 45 109 139 187 217 287 309 Last Page 22577088 Important Notes About this Manual Please keep this manual in your Oldsmobile so it will be there if you ever need it when you re on the road If you sell the vehicle please leave this manual in it so the new owner can use it This manual includes the latest information at the time it was printed We reserve the right to make changes in the product after that time without further notice Note to Canadian wners For vehicles first sold in Canada substitute the name General Motors of Canada Limited for Oldsmobile Division whenever it appears in this manual For Canadian Owners Who Prefer a French Language Manual Aux proprietaires canadiens Vous pouvez vous procurer un exemplaire de ce guide en francais chez votre concessionaire ou au DG
22. Skidding Snowstorm If You re re Caught ina Mr Sound Equipment Adding 118 Sound Systems see Audio Systems Spare Tire Compact 211 Spark Plugs c 283 Specifications and Capacities 276 Speed Control s sce Cruise se Control Speedometer 92 93 Stains Removing i 261 Starting the Engine UATE D Starting Your Vehicle if the Battery is Dead see Jump Starting Steering In Emergencies 155 Off Road kT 156 Tips E DR Steering Wheel Tilt wn BB Steering Wheel Touch Controls Audio System Climate Control i iii 116 Stereo Sound Systems see Audio Systems Sto Cassette Tape Holders anu B3 Fold Down Storage Compartment 83 Rear Seat Console 7 Storing Your Vehicle 240 Stuck If You Are in 212 Lacones herr PEN DO Sun Visors eae achometer _ Tape Player see Audio Systems Technical Facts amp joi Bulbs we 280 Electrical Equipment Add On vee 260 Engine Specifications ine 282 Fluid Capacities amp Types Wee D Fuses amp Circuit Breakers 270 Replacement Parts og MEER Service Parts Identification Label T Vehicle Identification Number Towing a Trailer 176 U VIN s 268 Towing Your Oldsmobile imme 122 nderhood Lig
23. While refueling hang the cap inside the auto club or contact a major oil left side of your vehicle fuel door i company that does business in the country where you ll be driving CAUTION CA UTION You can also write us at the following address for advice Just tell us where you re going and give your Vehicle Identification Number VIN If vou get violin on you and then something ignites it you could be badly burned Gasoline vapor is highly flammable It burns violently and that can cause very bad injuries Don t smoke if you re near Gasoline can spray out on you if General Motors of Canada Ltd gasoline or refueling your vehicle you open the fuel filler cap too International Export Sales Keep sparks flames and smoking quickly This spray can happen if Box 828 materials away from gasoline your tank is nearly full and is more Oshawa Ontario LIH 7N1 Canada likely in hot weather Open the fuel To take off the cap turn it slowly to the slowly and wait for any left counterclockwise uss noise to stop Then unscrew the cap all the way When you put the cap back on turn it to the right until you hear a clicking noise 222 Service amp Appearance Care Filling Your Tank cowr NOTICE m Checking Things Under the Hood The following sections tell you how to check fluids lubricants and important parts underhood Hood Release To open the hood first
24. 6 Lap Shoulder Safety Belt 22 Front Automatic 22 26 Rear 27 Use by Children 38 Latches Seatback ie acer erre T Lights FOR Liglirk ricis Operation Reading SHAR UA ete AE 79 Removing amp Replacing cisco vec cH ioco 240 Replacement Bulbs 2 Retractable Underhood Talia Mie iini Tum Signal Underhood Retractable Warning Lights Index 330 Loading Your Vehicle Lock Finder Lock Reminder Light Locks Door Locks Remote Control Lockout Control Switch _ Power Long Distance Driving Low Battery Low Coolant Warning Light Low Fuel Warning Light Luggage Carrier M aintenance Bison Le ect esame Replacement Parts Schedule Services Scheduled When Trailer Towing Malfunction Indicator i gt pu Manual Front Seat Master Cylinder Brake eos Methanol in Gasoline Mirrors Convex Outside Inside Manual Day Night Manual Adjust Manual Remote Control Power Remote Contral Visor Vanity born Mountain Driving N et Convenience New Vehicle Break In n Night Driving 22 Requirements see Fue
25. 9 Radiator Pressure Cap 10 Engine Coolant Reservoir 223 Service amp Appearance Care 226 Retractable Underhood Light OPTION To Use Pull the light away from the base and attach it to the area of the vehicle where you may be working A magnet on the back will hold it in place To Retract 1 Turn the crank clockwise 2 Slide the light back into its base Engine Oil It s a good idea to check your engine oil level every time you get fuel In order to get an accurate reading the oil must be warm and the vehicle must be on level ground Turn off the engine and give the oil a few minutes to drain back into the oil pan If you don t the oil dipstick might not show the actual level To Check Engine Oil Pull out the dipstick and clean it with a paper towel or cloth then push it back in all the way Remove it again keeping the tip lower Twin Dual Cam 3 4L V6 Checking Engine Oll When to Add Oil If the oil is at or below the ADD line UE What Kind of Oil to Use then you ll need to add some oil But you must use the right kind This Look for Three Things section explains what kind of oil to use 5 For crankcase capacity see the Index under Capacities and Specifications NOTICE SG must be on the oil container either hy itself or combined with other quality designations such as SsG UC SG CD SF SG CC etc These letters show American Don t add t
26. It can help control your speed as you go down steep mountain roads but then you would also want to use your brakes off and on NOTICE Don t drive in 2 Second Gear for more than 5 miles 8 km orat speeds over 55 mph 88 km h ar you can pave your transaxle Use D 10 or D if your vehicle has Overdrive as much as possible Don t shift into 2 unless you are g slower than 65 mph 105 km h or you can damage your engine against a solid object You could 1 First Gear This position gives you even more power but lower fuel economy than 2 You can use it on very steep hills or in deep snow or mud If the selector lever is put in 1 the transaxle won t shift into first gear until the vehicle is going slowly enough NOTICE If your front wheels can t rotate don t try to drive This might happen if you were stuck in very deep sand or mud or were up damage your transaxle Also if you stop when going uphill don t hold your vehicle there with only the accelerator pedal This could overheat and damage the transaxle Use your brakes or shift into P Park to hold your vehicle in position on a hill Pump to Set Parking Brake The parking brake uses the brakes on the rear wheels To Set the Parking Brake Hold the regular brake pedal down with your right foot Pump your parking brake pedal several times with your left foot until the pedal feels firm If the ignition 15 on the brak
27. Most trips are less than 4 miles 6 km It s below freezing outside and most trips are less than 10 miles 16 km The engine is at low speed most of the time as in door to door delivery or in stop and go traffic You tow a trailer often Most trips are through dusty places If any one of these is true Tor your vehicle then you need to change your oil and filter every 3 000 miles 5 000 km or 3 months whichever comes first If none of them is true change the oil every 7 500 miles 12 500 km or 12 months whichever comes first Change the filter at the first oil change and at every other ail change after that Engine Block Heater An engine block heater can be a big help if vou have to park outside in very cold weather 0 F 18 or colder If your vehicle has this option see the Index under Engine Block Heater What to Do with Used Oil CAUTION Used oil can be a real threat to the environment If you change your own oil be sure to drain all free flowing oil from the filter before disposal Don t ever dispose of oil by pouring it on the ground into sewers or into streams or bodies of water Instead recycle it by taking it a place that collects used oil If you have a problem properly disposing of your used oil ask your dealer a service station ar a local recycling center for help 229 Service amp Appearance Care Air Cleaner NOTICE Refer to the Maintenance Schedul
28. Move your shift lever to P Park or N Neutral Your engine won t start in any other position that s a safety feature To restart when you re already moving use N Meutral only NOTICE 2 Don t push the accelerator pedal before starting your engine In same other vehicles you might need to do this but because of your vehicle s computer systems you don t Features amp Controls Starting Your Engine NOTICE 3 Turn the ignition to Start When the 4 If your engine won t start or starts ST e engine starts let go of the key The but then stops it could be flooded Gr ola idle speed will go down as your with too much gasoline Try pushing engine gets warm your accelerator pedal all the way to the floor and holding it there as you NOTICE hold the key in Start for about three ES seconds If the vehicle starts briefly but then stops again do the same thing but this time keep the pedal down for five or six seconds This clears the extra gasoline from the engine 56 Driving Through Deep Standing Water Engine Block Heater OPTION CAUTION In very cold weather FF 18 C or colder the engine block heater can help You ll get easier starting and better fuel economy during engine Warm up To Use the Block Heater 1 Turn off the engine 2 Open the hood and unwrap the electrical cord 3 Plug it into a normal grounded 1 10 volt outlet 57 Features amp Co
29. accident could cause serious injury Check all tires frequently to maintain the you will have a tire warranty folder from recommended pressure Tire pressure should be checked when your tires are each of these manufacturers cold Overinflated tires are more likely to be cut punctured or broken by a sudden impact such as when you hit a pothole Keep tires at the recommended pressure Worn old tires can cause accidents If your tread is badly worn or if your tires have been damaged replace them 252 Inflation Tire Pressure NOTICE The Tire Loading Information label me which is on the inside of the trunk lid shows the correct inflation pressures for your tires when they re cold Cold means your vehicle has been sitting for at least three hours or driven no more than a mile When to Check Check your tires once a month or more Don t forget your compact spare tire It should be at 60 psi 420 kPa How to Check Use a gaod quality pocket type gage to check tire pressure Simply looking at the tires will not tell vou the pressure especially if you have radial tires which may look properly inflated even if they re underinflated If your tires have valve caps be sure to put them back on They help prevent leaks by keeping out dirt and moisture 253 Service amp Appearance Care Tire Inspection and Rotation CAUTION To make your tires last longer have After the tires have been rotated adjus
30. ahead or being struck by the one behind Try to read the fog density down the road If the vehicle ahead starts to hecome less clear or at night if the taillights are harder to see the fog 15 probably thickening Slow down to give traffic behind you a chance to slow 164 down Everybody then has a better chance to avoid hitting the vehicle ahead A patch of dense fog may extend only for a few feet meters or for miles kilometers you can t really tell while you re in it You can only treat the situation with extreme care One common fog condition sometimes called mist or ground fog can happen in weather that seems perfect especially at night or in the early morning in valley and low marshy areas You can be suddenly enveloped in thick wet haze that may even coat your windshield You can often spot these fog patches or mist layers with your headlights But sometimes they can be waiting for you as you come over a hill or dip into a shallow valley Start your windshield wipers and washer to help clear accumulated road dirt Slow down carefully Tips on Driving in Fog If you get caught in fog turn your headlights on low beam even in daytime You ll see and be seen better Use your fog lights Don t use your high beams The light will bounce off the water droplets that make up fog and reflect back at you Use your defogger In high humidity even a light build up of moisture on the inside of the glas
31. does not latch securely have it repaired properly If you are in a crash and you re not wearing a safety belt your injuries can be much worse You can hit things inside the right away A loose seatback can cause an injury in a sudden stop vehicle or be ejected from it You can be seriously injured or killed In the same crash you might not be if you are buckled up Always fasten your safety belt and check that your passengers belts are fastened properly too This figure lights up when you turn the key to Run or Start when your safety belt isn t buckled and you ll hear a chime too It s the reminder to buckle up In many states and Canadian provinces the law says to wear safety belts Here s why They work You never know if you ll be in a crash If vou do have a crash you don t know if it will be a bad one Tew crashes are very mild In them you won t get hurt even if you re not buckled up And some crashes can be so serious like being hit by a train that even buckled up a person wouldn t survive But most crashes are in between In many of them people who buckle up can survive and sometimes walk away Without belts they could be badly hurt or killed After 25 years of safety belts in vehicles the facts are clear In most crashes buckling up does matter a lot 17 18 Why Safety Belts Work When you ride in or on anything you go as fast as it goes 1 For example if the bike
32. position Convex Outside Mirror Yaur right side mirror is convex A convex mirror s surface is curved so you can see more from the driver s seat Manual Adjust Mirror The passenger side outside mirror should be adjusted by hand so that you just see the side of your vehicle when you are sitting in a comfortable driving position Manual Remote Control Mirror The driver s side outside mirror can be adjusted with the control lever on the armrest so that you just see the side of your vehicle when you are sitting in a comfortable driving position 81 Features amp Controls 82 OPTION A selector switch on the driver s door armrest controls both outside rearview mirrors Move the switch to L to select the driver s side rearview mirror or to R to select the passenger side rearview mirror Then press the control pad to adjust each mirror so that you just see the side of your vehicle when you are sitting in a comfortable driving position To lock the controls leave the selector switch in the middle position Power Remote Control Mirrors Sun Visors To block out glare you can swing down the visors You can also remove them from the center mount and swing them to the side Visor Vanity Mirrors Standard Mirror Open the cover to expose the vanity mirror Lighted Mirrors Option If your vehicle has the optional lighted vanity mirrors the lights come on when you open the c
33. stop on a particular station TUNE Press this control to tune in stations higher or lower on the AM or FM radio band To Preset Radio Stations You can preselect up to 10 radio stations five AM and five FM and tune to any of them by pushing a single button Here s how 1 Tune to a desired station with the lower knob 2 Press SET 3 Within about five seconds press one af the five numbered pushbuttons The station you selected will be automatically tuned whenever you press this button again 4 Repeat for up to four more stations on the same band and up to five on the other band To Play a Cassette Tape Your cassette tape player is designed to work best with tapes that play for 30 to 45 minutes per side Tapes that run longer than that are so thin they may not work well in this player With the unit on press a cassette into the slot marked AUTO REVERSE tape side first Adjust volume balance fade and tone as described earlier Here are your other tape player controls PROG Program Press to switch from one side of the tape to the other The unit switches automatically at the end of a side CRO Press to adjust the unit for high bias chrome or metal tapes For standard bias tapes press again to return to the factory preset adjustment REV Reverse Press to rewind the tape rapidly The tape will stop at the end or when you press REV or PROG lightly The radio will play while the tape is r
34. the service manual To purchase a service manual see the Index under Service Publications SERVICE Air Cleaner Filter Replacement Replace every 30 000 miles 50 000 km or more often under dusty conditions Ask your dealer for the proper replacement intervals for your driving conditions Fuel Tank Cap and Lines Inspection 7 Inspect fuel tank cap and lines including fuel rails and injection assembly for damage or leaks Inspect fuel cap gasket for an even filler neck imprint or any damage Replace parts as needed Periodic replacement of the fuel filter is not required Note To determine your engine s displacement and code see the Index under Engine Identification Emission Control Sermce The US Enviromental Protection Agency has determined that the failure to perform this maintenance wii not the emission warranty or limit recall liability prior to the completion af velticle useful life General Motors however urges that all recommended maintenance services performed at the indicated intervals and the maintenance be recorded in Section E Maintenance Record 298 Section B Owner Checks amp Services Listed below are owner checks and services which should be Be sure any necessary repairs are completed at once made at the intervals specified to help ensure the safety Whenever any fluids or lubricants are added to your vehicle dependability and emission control performance of your make sure they
35. 145 Engine Coolant crore Convex Outside Mirror 81 Freeway nee LOO Checking amp Adding 235 278 Coolant see Coolant Hill and Mountain Proper Mixture to Use 234 Cruise Control Jitu 70 Foreign Country 220 Safety Warnings ADIIT Leere rre 85 In Fog Mist and Haze 164 BORD e sarai s as 200 254 236 Curves Driving 154 In the Rain Temperature Gage REESE Customer Assistance Information 309 Long Distance 168 Temperature Warning Light 95 D Loss of 2 158 Engine Exhaust ipsas E aytime Running Lights 77 On Curves s 154 Engine Identification eee 269 Dead Battery What to Do 189 Passing 156 Engine Oil Rites iret Noo 226 Defects Reporting 314 Through Deep Standing Water 257 Additives aus 228 Defensive Driving 144 Winter Driving 4 42 173 Capacity Defogger Rear Window 112 116 With a Trailer eee LAL Checking amp Adding 226 278 Defogging Your Windows 111 115 Drunken Driving L45 Disposing of Used Dil eii 29 Defrosting Windows 111 Energy anes malate ATIS 228 Disc Brake Wear Indicators
36. 75 Features amp Controls 76 Windshield Washer cowr NOTICE When using concentrated washer fluid follow the manufacturer s instructions for adding water Don t mix water with ready to use washer fluid Water can cause the solution to freeze and damage your washer fluid tank and other parts of the washer system Also water doesn t clean as well as washer fluid Fill your washer fluid tank only Ya full when it s very cold This allows for expansion which could damage the tank if it is completely full Don t use radiator antifreeze in vour windshield washer It can damage your washer system and paint LIBHTS nag Headlights The main light controls are on the left side of the instrument panel Push the switch in halfway to turn on your Parking Lights Running Lights Taillights nstrument Panel Lights Push the switch in all the way to turn on the headlights together with the Parking Lights Running Lights Taillights Instrument Panel Lights Push the switch again to turn the lights off A green indicator light in the center of the switch will come on when you start the engine This helps you locate the switch at night Operation of Lights Although your vehicle s lighting system headlamps parking lamps fog lamps side marker lamps and tail lamps meets all applicable federal lighting requirements certain states and provinces may ap
37. Canada Limited Service Publications Department 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa Ontario L1H 8P7 Oldsmobile regularly sends its dealers useful service bulletins about Oldsmobile products Oldsmobile monitors product performance in the field We then prepare bulletins for servicing our products better Now you can get these bulletins tao Bulletins cover various subjects Some pertain to the proper use and care of your vehicle Some describe costly repairs Others describe inexpensive repairs which if done on time with the latest parts may avoid future costly repairs Some bulletins tell a technician how to repair a new or unexpected condition Others describe a quicker way to fix your vehicle They can help a technician service your vehicle better Most bulletins apply to conditions affecting a small number of cars or trucks Your Oldsmobile dealer or a qualified technician may have to determine if a specific bulletin applies to your vehicle You can subscribe to all Oldsmobile bulletins This way you ll get them as they come out You can wait a while and get an index to the bulletins You can also get individual bulletins However you ll need the index to identify them Subscriptions You can subscribe to all Oldsmobile Product Service Publications PSP s This will include bulletins for all vehicles sold by Oldsmobile and will not be limited to PSP s applicable to any particular model When you buy a subscription you w
38. Headlight High Beam Avoid Sparks or Flames Parking Lights Spark or Flame Could Explode Battery Fog Lights Caustic Battery Acid W Hazard Warning Flashers aa 10 How to Use this Manual Vehicle Symbols These symbols are on some of your controls Windshield Wipers 7 1 Windshield Washer 17 Windshield Defroster yy Rear Window Defogger Em Ventilating Fan 56 Power Window A These symbols are used on warning and indicator lights Engine Coolant E Temperature Battery Charging 5ystem Fuel y Engine Oil Pressure Brake Anti Lock Brakes ss Here are some other symbols you see Fuse Trunk Release Lighter Horn Speaker Hood Release 11 Here you ll find information about the seats in your Oldsmobile and how to use your safety belts properly You can also learn about some things you should not do with safety belts Part 1 Seats amp Safety Belts Geats and Seat Controls rrr rrt reete SNAM C M ese How to Wear Safety Belts Properly ve Eoo Taare ddl eat E ESL Driver Position Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy m M m Right Front Passenger Position Center Passenger Smaller Children and 2 212 1 1 12211 Larger Children esee Sa
39. Hold the brake pedal down with your right foot and set the parking brake Features amp Controls Engine Exhaust CAUTION AN Engine exhaust can kill It C contains the gas carbon monoxide CO which you can t sce or smell It can cause unconsciousness and death You might have exhaust coming in iE eu 2 7 D EE MEL DX MUN ey zd rs Leaving Your Vehicle With the Parking Over Things That Burn Your exhaust system sounds Engine Running conr asp strange or different If you have to leave vour vehicle with CAUTION Your vehicle gets rusty the engine running be sure your vehicle Things that can burn could underneath AN touch hot exhaust parts under your vehicle and ignite Don t park over papers leaves dry grass or other things that can burn is in P Park and your parking brake is firmly set before you leave it After you ve moved the shift lever into the P Park position hold the regular brake pedal down Then see if you can move the shift lever away from P Park without first pulling it toward you or if you have the console shift lever without first pushing the button If you can it means that the shift lever wasn t fully locked into P Park Your vehicle was damaged in a collision Your vehicle was damaged when driving over high points on the road or over road debris Repairs weren t done correc
40. In all other overseas locations contact GM International Export Sales in Canada by calling 1 416 644 4112 For prompt assistance please have the following information available to give the Customer Assistance Representative Your name address telephone number Vehicle Identification Number This is available from the vehicle registration or title or the plate attached to the left tap of the instrument panel and visible through the windshield Dealership name and location Vehicle delivery date and present mileage Nature of problem Se In order to give your inquiry prompt attention please call the toll free number listed above However if you wish to write Oldsmobile write to United States Customer Assistance Representative Oldsmobile Central Office 920 Townsend St Box 30095 Lansing MI 48909 Canada Customer Assistance Center General Motors of Canada Limited Oshawa Ontario LIH 8P7 A listing of all Oldsmobile Zone Offices and offices outside the U S which can assist you can also be found in the warranty booklet When contacting Oldsmobile please remember that your problem will likely be resolved in the dealership using the dealership s facilities equipment arid personnel That is why we suggest you follow Step One first if you have a problem Customer Assistance for the Hearing or Speech Impaired To assist owners who have hearing difficulties Oldsmobile has inst
41. S and Canada it s easy to be sure you get the right kind of gasoline unleaded You ll see UNLEADED right on the pump And only unleaded nozzles will fit into your vehicle s filler neck Be sure the posted octane is at least 87 If the octane is less than 87 you may get a heavy knocking noise when you drive What about gasoline with blending materials that contain oxygen such as MTBE or alcohol MTBE is methyl tertiary hutyl ether Fuel that is no more than 1596 MTBE is fine for your vehicle Ethanol is ethyl or grain alcohol Properly blended fuel that is no more If it s bad enough it can damage your engine than 10 ethanol is fine for your If you re using fuel rated at 87 octane Vehicle higher and you still hear heavy s Methanol is methyl or wood alcohol NOTICE knocking your engine needs service But don t worry if you hear a little pinging noise when you re accelerating or driving up a hill That s normal and you don t have to buy a higher octane fuel to get rid of pinging It s the heavy constant knock that means you have a problem Fuel Capacity 16 5 U S Gallons 62 L Use unleaded fuel only Service amp Appearance Care 220 Gasolines for Cleaner Air Your use of gasoline with detergent additives will help prevent deposits from forming in your engine and fuel system That helps keep your engine in tune and your emission control system working properly It s good
42. That includes infants and all children should always be restrained button on the buckle smaller than adult size In fact the law in a child or infant restraint The instructions for the restraint will say whether it is the right type and size for your child A very young child s hip bones are so small that regular belt might not stay low on in every state and Canadian province says children up ta some age must be restrained while in a vehicle the hips as it should Instead the belt will likely be over the child s abdomen In crash the belt would apply force right on the child s abdomen which could cause serious or fatal injuries So be sure that any child small enough for one is always properly restrained in a child or infant restraint Never hold a baby in your arms while riding in a vehicle A baby doesn t weigh much until a crash During a crash a baby will become so heavy you can t hold it For example in a crash at only 25 mph 40 km h a 12 pound 5 5 kg baby will suddenly become a 240 pound 110 ke force on your arms The baby would be almost impossible to hold Contmued CAUTION AN Continued Secure the baby in an infant restraint Child Restraints Be sure to follow the instructions for the restraint You may find these instructions on the restraint itself ar in a booklet or hoth These restraints use the belt system in your vehicle but the child also has to be sec
43. The shoulder belt is worn under the arm It should be worn over the shoulder at all times CAUTION You can be seriously injured if you wear the shoulder belt under your arm In a crash your body would move too far forward which would increase the chance of head and neck injury Also the belt would apply too much force to the ribs which aren t as strong s shoulder bones You could also severely injure internal organs like your liver or spleen Q What s wrong with this A The belt is twisted across the body CAUTION You can be seriously injured by a twisted belt In a crash you wouldn t have the full width of the belt to take impact forces If a belt is twisted make it straight so it can work properly or ask your dealer to fix it Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy Safety belts work for everyone including pregnant women Like all occupants they are more likely to he seriously injured if they don t wear safety belts pregnant woman should wear lap shoulder belt and the lap portion should be worn as low as possible throughout the pregnancy The best way to protect the fetus is to protect the mother When a safety belt is worn properly it s more likely that the fetus won t be hurt in a crash For pregnant women as for anyone the key to making safety belts effective is wearing them properly 25 Seats amp Safety Belts 26 The right front passenger s safet
44. Used Replacement Wheels Tire Chains 258 CAUTION Using the wrong replacement wheels wheel holts or wheel nuts an your vehicle can be dangerous It could affect the braking and handling of your vehicle make your tires lase air and make you lose control You could have a collision in which you or others could be injured Always use the correct wheel wheel bolts and wheel nuts for replacement NOTICE The wrong wheel can also cause problems with bearing life brake cooling speedometer odometer calibration headlight aim bumper height vehicle ground clearance and tire or tire chain clearance to the body and chassis CAUTION Putting a used wheel on your vehicle is dangerous You can t know how it s been used or how many miles it s been driven It could fail suddenly and cause an accident If you have to replace a wheel use a new GM original equipment wheel NOTICE If your Oldsmobile has P215 B0RI6 P225 60R16 or P245 50Z R16 size tires don t use tire chains they can damage your vehicle If you have other tires use tire chains only when you must Use only SAE Class S type chains that are the proper size for your tires Install them on the front lites and tighten them as tightly as Pu with the ends cai fastened Drive slowly and fc the chain manufacturer s instructions If you can hear the chains contacting your vehicle stop and retighten them If the contact conti
45. VITE tee rete UR SETUP EFIE TENE Add On Electrical Equipment ac CPE rer rnm mei mme ene Meere Fluids amp Lubricants 7 E HP AE ne UTER SCORE Normal Maintenance Replacement Service amp Appearance Care CAUTION i 48 Service Doing Your Own Service Work Your Oldsmobile dealer knows your If you want to do some of your own vehicle best and wants you to be happy service work you ll want to get the with it We hope you ll go to your dealer proper Oldsmobile Service Manual It far all your service needs You ll get tells you much more about how to genuine GM parts and GM trained and service your Oldsmobile than this supported service people manual can To order the proper service We hope you ll want to keep your GM Manual see the ndex under Service vehicle all GM Genuine GM parts have Piblications one of these marks You should keep a record with all parts receipts and list the mileage and the date of any service work you perform See the Index under Maintenance Record NOTICE 218 Use regular unleaded gasoline rated at 87 octane or higher It should meet specifications ASTM D4814 in the U S and CGSB 3 5 92 in Canada These fuels should have the proper additives so you should not have to add anything to the fuel In the U
46. a Long Distance Although most long trips today are made on freeways there are still many made on regular highways Long distance driving on freeways and regular highways is the same in some ways The trip has to be planned and the vehicle prepared you drive at higher than city speeds and there are longer turns behind the wheel You ll enjoy your trip more if you and your vehicle are in good shape Here are some tips for a successful long trip Before Leaving on a Long Trip Make sure you re ready Try to be well rested If you must start when you re not fresh such as after a day s work don t plan to make too many miles that first part of the journey Wear comfortable clothing and shoes you can easily drive in Is your vehicle ready for a long trip If you keep it serviced and maintained it s ready to go If it needs service have it done before starting out Of course you ll find experienced and able service experts in Oldsmobile dealerships all across North America They ll be ready and willing to help if you need it Here are some things you can check before a trip Windshield Washer Fluid 15 the reservoir full Are all windows clean inside and outside Wiper Blades Are they in good shape Fuel Engine Oil Other Fluids Have you checked all levels Lights Are they all working Are the lenses clean Tires They are vitally important to a safe trouble free trip Is the tread good enough fo
47. a flat tire safely Changing a Flat Ti Ifa tire goes flat avoid further tire and wheel damage by driving slowly to a level place Turn on your hazard warning flashers CAUTION Changing a tire cause an injury The vehicle can slip off the jack and roll aver you or other people You and they could be badly injured Find a level place to change your tire To help prevent the vehicle from moving 1 Set the parking brake firmly 2 Put the shift lever in P Park 3 Turn off the engine To be even more certain the vehicle won t move you can put chocks at the front and rear of the tire farthest away from the one being changed That would be the tire on the other side af the vehicle at the opposite end The following steps will tell you how to use the jack and change a tire The equipment you ll need is in the trunk 1 Pull the carpeting from the floor of the trunk 2 Tum the center retainer bolt on the compact spare tire housing counterclockwise to remove it then lift the tire cover 205 Problems on the Road Changing a Flat Tire cowr 3 Turn the wheel wrench retainer nut 4 Remove the wing nut securing the located under the tire cover compact spare tire and spacer by counterclockwise to remove the turning it counterclockwise Then lift wheel wrench off the spacer and remove the spare tire 206 5 Remove the bolt securing the jack by turning it counterclock
48. are the proper ones as shown in Section D vehicle At Each Fuel Fill It is impartant for you or a service station attendant to perform these underhood checks at each fuel fill DEAE TUUS Oil Level Check the engine oil level and add the proper oil if necessary See the Index under Engine Oil for further details Engine Coolant Level Check the engine coolant level in the coolant recovery tank and add the proper coolant mix if necessary See the ndex under Coolant for further details Windshield Washer Check the windshield washer fluid level in the windshield washer tank and add fluid if necessary Fluid Level See the Index under Windshield Washer Fluid for further details At Least Once a Month CHECK WHAT TO DO Tire Inflation Check tire inflation Make sure they are inflated to the pressures specified on the Tire Loading Information label located on the rear edge of the driver s door See the Index under Tires for further details 299 Maintenance Schedule 300 Section B Owner Checks amp Services cont At Least Once a Year CHECK OR SERVICE WHAT TO DO Key Lock Cylinders Lubricate the key lock cylinders with the lubricant specified in Section D Body Lubrication Lubricate all body door hinges Also lubricate all hinges and latches including those for the hood rear compartment glove box door console door and any folding seat hardware Section D tells you what to use Starter
49. at its taillights Slow down especially on higher speed roads Your headlights can light up only so much road ahead In remote areas watch for animals If you re tired pull off the road in a safe place and rest 159 Your Driving and the Road Night Vision No one can see as well at night as in the daytime But as we get older these differences increase A 50 year old driver may require at least twice as much light to see the same thing at night as a 20 year old What you do in the daytime can also affect your night vision For example if you spend the day in bright sunshine you are wise to wear sunglasses Your eyes will have less trouble adjusting t night But if you re driving don t wear sunglasses at night They may cut down on glare from headlights but they also make a lot of things invisible that should remain visible such as parked cars obstacles pedestrians or even trains blocking railway crossings You may want to put on your sunglasses after you have pulled into a brightly 160 lighted service or refreshment area Eyes shielded from that glare may adjust more quickly to darkness back on the road But be sure to remove your sunglasses before you leave the service area You can be temporarily blinded by approaching lights It can take a second or two or even several seconds for your eyes to readjust to the dark When you are faced with severe glare as from a driver who doesn t lower the
50. bag system ever offered for sale has required the use of safety belts Even if you re in a vehicle that has air bags you still have to buckle up to get the most protection That s true not only in frontal collisions but especially in side and other collisions If I m a good driver and I never drive far from home why should I wear safety belis A You may be an excellent driver but if you re in an accident even one that isn t your fauli you and your passengers can be hurt Being a good driver doesn t protect you from things beyond your control such as bad drivers Most accidents occur within 25 miles 40 km of home And the greatest number of serious injuries and deaths occur at speeds of less than 40 mph 65 km h Safety belts are for everyone Safety Belt Warning Light When the key is turned to Run or Start a chime will come on for about eight How to oe ees seconds to remind people to fasten their This section is only for people of adult safety belts unless the driver s safety belt is buckled The safety belt light will also come on and stay on until the driver s belt is buckled CAUTION size CAUTION First you ll want to know which restraint systems your vehicle has We ll start with the driver position Vehicles First Sold in Canada Was your Oldsmobile first sold when new in Canada If it was a sticker on the driver s door will say conforms to
51. collect Underbody Flushing 301 Maintenance Schedule Section C Periodic Maintenance Inspections 302 Listed below are inspections and services which should be performed at least twice a year for instance each spring and fall You should let your GM dealer s service department or other qualified service center do these jobs Make sure any necessary INSPECTION 22 ORSERVICE Steering Suspension and Front Wheel Drive Axle Boot and Seal Inspection Exhaust System Inspection Throttle Linkage Inspection Brake System Inspection repairs are completed at once WHAT SHOULD BE DONE Inspect the front and rear suspension and steering system for damaged loose or missing parts signs of wear or lack of lubrication Inspect the power steering lines and hoses for proper hookup binding leaks cracks chafing etc Clean and then inspect the drive axle boot seals for damage tears or leakage Replace seals if necessary Inspect the complete exhaust system Inspect the body near the exhaust system Look for broken damaged missing or out of position parts as well as open seams holes loose connections or other conditions which could cause a heat build up in the floor pan or could let exhaust fumes into the vehicle See the Index under Engine Exhaust Inspect the throttle linkage for interference or binding and for damaged or missing parts Replace parts as needed Inspect the complete syst
52. first applied or lightly applied This does not mean something is wrong with your brakes Brake linings should always be replaced as complete axle sets Braking In Emergencies At some time nearly every driver gets into a situation that requires hard braking If you have anti lock you can steer and brake at the same time However if you don t have anti lock your first reaction to hit the brake pedal hard and hold it down may be the wrong thing to do Your wheels can stop rolling Once they do the vehicle can t respond to your steering Momentum will carry it in whatever direction it was headed when the wheels stopped rolling That could be off the road into the very thing you were trying to avoid or into traffic If you don t have anti lock use a squeeze braking technique This will give you maximum braking while maintaining steering control You do this by pushing on the brake pedal with steadily increasing pressure In an emergency you will probably want to squeeze the brakes hard without locking the wheels If you hear or feel the wheels sliding ease off the brake pedal This will help you retain steering control If vou do have anti lock it s different see the Index under Anti Lock Brake System In many emergencies steering can help you more than even the very best braking Power Steering If you lose power steering assist because the engine stops or the system fails to function you can steer bu
53. glycol base antifreeze GM Part No 1052753 or equivalent conforming to GM Specification 1825M or approved recycled coolant conforming to GM Specification 1825M Delco Supreme Brake Fluid GM Part No 1052535 or equivalent DOT 3 brake fluid Engine Coolant Hydraulic Brake System Power Steering System Chassis lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI Grade 2 Category LB or GC LB GM Part No 1052497 or equivalent GM Hydraulic Power Steering Fluid GM Part No 1052884 or equivalent DEXRON IIE Automatic Transmission Fluid GM Part No 12345881 or equivalent Automatic Transaxle Maintenance Schedule Section D Recommended Fluids amp Lubricants cont 304 Key Lock Cylinders Automatic Transaxle Shift Linkage Chassis Lubrication Windshield Washer Solvent FLUID LUBRICANT Lubricate with Multi Purpose Lubricant GM Part No 12345120 synthetic SAE 5W 30 engine ail or silicone lubricant GM Part No 1052276 or 1052277 Engine oil Chassis lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI Grade 2 Category LB or GC LB GM Part No 1052497 or equivalent GM Optikleen Washer Solvent GM Part No 1051515 or equivalent NN Hood Latch Assembly a Pivots and Spring a Engine oil Anchor h Release Pawl b Chassis lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI Grade 2 Category LB or GC LB GM Part No 1052497 or equivalent Hood an
54. happen to you If it does your vehicle can leave the road in less than second and you could crash and be injured What can you do about highway hypnosis First be aware that it can happen Then here are some tips Make sure your vehicle is well ventilated with a comfortably cool interior Keep your eyes moving Scan the road ahead and to the sides Check your rearview mirrors frequently and your instruments from time to time This can help you avoid a fixed stare Wear good sunglasses in hright light Glare can cause drowsiness But don t wear sunglasses at night They will drastically reduce your overall vision at the very time you need all the seeing power you have If you get sleepy pull off the road into a rest service or parking area and take a nap get some exercise or both For safety treat drowsiness on the highway as an emergency As in any driving situation keep pace with traffic and allow adequate following distances 170 Hill and Mountain Roads Driving on steep hills or mountains is different from driving in flat or rolling terrain If you drive regularly in steep country or if you re planning to visit there here are some tips that can make your trips safer and more enjoyable s Keep your vehicle in good shape Check all fluid levels and also the brakes tires cooling system and transaxle These parts can work hard on mountain roads s Know how to go down hills The
55. hold a cigarette lighter in with your hand while it is heating If you do it won t be able to back away the heating element when it s ready That can make it overheat damaging the lighter and the heating element NOTICE Don t put papers and other things that burn into your ashtrays If you do cigarettes or other smoking materials could set them on fire causing damage ee P Easy Open Ashtray OPTION Push in on the front of the ashtray and release it will slide open To close push it in again 85 Features amp Controls 86 Sunroof OPTION Your sunroof provides an airy spacious feel to your vehicle s interior and can also increase ventilation It includes sliding glass panel and a sliding sunshade The control switch will work only when the ignition is on To Open the Sunroof Press the rear of the switch to open the glass panel and sunshade Let go of the switch to stop the panel in any position To Close the Sunroof Press the front of the switch to close the glass panel The sunshade can only be closed by hand The sunroof glass panel cannot be opened or closed if your Oldsmobile has an electrical failure To Open the Sunroof Rear Vent Press the front of the switch when the sunroof is closed Open the sunshade by hand To Close the Sunroof Rear Vent Press the rear of the switch Luggage Carrier OPTION If you have the optional luggage carrier y
56. improves your vehicle s ability to make a hard stop on a slippery road Whether you have the anti lock braking system or not you ll want to begin stopping sooner than you would on dry pavement Without anti lock brakes if you feel your vehicle begin to slide let up on the brakes a little Push the brake pedal down steadily to get the most traction you can Remember unless you have anti lock if you brake so hard that your wheels stop rolling you ll just slide Brake so your wheels always keep rolling and you can still steer Whatever your braking system allow greater fallowing distance on any slippery road Watch for slippery spots The road might be fine until you hit spot that s covered with ice On an otherwise clear road ice patches may appear in shaded areas where the sun can t reach around clumps of trees behind buildings or under bridges Sometimes the surface of a curve or an overpass may remain icy when the surrounding roads are clear If you see a patch of ice ahead of you brake before you are on it Try not to brake while you re actually on the ice and avoid sudden steering maneuvers rA e If You re Caught a Blizzard If you are stopped by heavy snow you Put on extra clothing or wrap a could be in a serious situation You blanket around ou H you Snow trap exhaust gases should probably stay with your vehicle blankets or extra clothing make b
57. it Please follow the manual s advice Waiting to do repairs can be costly and even dangerous So please get to know your warning lights and gages They re a big help 91 Features amp Controls 92 Speedometer ELECTRONIC CLUSTER Press the E M English Metric button on the left side of the instrument cluster to switch the display between miles per hour mph and kilometers per hour km h Odometer and Trip Odometer ELECTRONIC CLUSTER Your odometer shows how far your vehicle has been driven in either miles used in the U S or in kilometers used in Canada Your trip odometer tells how far you have driven since you last reset it To set it to zero display the trip odometer by pressing the SELECT button then press the RESET button Both buttons are located on the right side of the instrument cluster Your Oldsmobile has a tamper resistant odometer The odometer will read ERROR if someone has tampered with it You may wonder what happens if your vehicle needs a new odometer installed If the new one can be set to the mileage total of the old odometer then it must be But if it can t then it s set at zero and a label must be put on the driver s door to show the old mileage reading when the new odometer was installed Speedometer ANALOG CLUSTER Your speedometer lets you see your speed in both miles per hour mph and kilometers per hour km h Odometer and Trip Odom
58. m That could be a between hard stops Your brakes will lot of distance in an emergency so wear out much faster if you do a lot of keeping enough space between your heavy hraking vehicle and others is important If you keep pace with the traffic and allow realistic following distances vou will eliminate a lot of unnecessary braking That means better braking and longer brake life If your engine ever stops while you re driving brake normally but don t pump your brakes If you do the pedal may get harder to push down If your engine stops you will still have some power brake assist But you will use it when you brake Once the power assist is used up it may take longer to stop and the brake pedal will be harder to push Anti Lock Brakes ABS If your Oldsmobile has this system it has an advanced electronic braking system that will help prevent skidding If you have an anti lock brake system ABS the brake pedal will say so Your Driving and the Road Anti Lock Brakes coNT And this light on the instrument panel If there s a problem with the anti lock will go on when you start your vehicle brake system the anti lock brake When you start your vehicle and begin system warning light will stay or momentary motor or clicking noise and Brake System Warning Light you may even notice that vour brake pedal moves a little while this is going on This is the ABS system testing itself
59. manufacturer or by the trailer manufacturer Follow the manufacturer s recommendation for attaching safety chains Always leave just enough slack so you can turn with your rig And never allow safety chains to drag on the ground Trailer Brakes If your trailer weighs more than 1 000 pounds 450 kg loaded then it needs its own brakes and they must be adequate Be sure to read and follow the instructions for the trailer brakes so you ll be able to install adjust and maintain them properly If your vehicle has anti lock brakes do not try to tap into your vehicle s brake system If you do both brake systems won t work well or at all Even if your vehicle doesn t have anti lock brakes don t tap into your vehicle s brake system if the trailer s brake system will use more than 0 02 cubic inch 0 5 cc of fluid from your vehicle s master cylinder If it does both braking systems won t work well You could even lose your brakes Will the trailer brake parts take 3 000 psi 20 650 kPa of pressure If not the trailer brake system must not be used with your vehicle If everything checks out this far then make the brake fluid tap at the upper rear master cylinder port But don t use copper tubing for this If you do it will bend and finally break off Use steel brake tubing Driving with a Trailer Towing a trailer requires a certain amount of experience Before setting out for the open road you ll wan
60. moment This is normal CAUTION Oil Pressure Indicator CAUTION ANALOG CLUSTER This indicator tells you if there could he a problem with your engine oil pressure The pointer should be above the red zone when the engine is running Readings in the red area tell you that the engine is low on oil or that you might have some other oil problem See the Index under Engine Oil Features amp Controls 98 SELECT Battery Warning Light ELECTRONIC CLUSTER The charging system light will come on briefly when you turn on the ignition s a check to show you it is working Then it should go out If it stays on or comes on while you are driving you may have a problem with the electrical charging system It could indicate that vou have loose generator drive belt or another electrical problem Have it checked right away Driving while this light is on could drain your battery If you must drive a short distance with the light on be certain to turn off all your accessories such as the radio and air conditioner Voltmeter ANALOG CLUSTER When the engine is running the gage shows the condition of the charging system Readings between the red warning zones indicate the normal operating range Readings in either red warning zone indicate a possible problem in the electrical system Have your vehicle serviced immediately When your engine is not running but the ignition is on
61. or as you need to a lower gear Parking on Hills You really should not park your vehicle with a trailer attached on a hill If something goes wrong your rig could start to move People can be injured and both your vehicle and the trailer can be damaged But if you ever have to park your rig on a hill here s how to do it 1 Apply your regular brakes but don t shift into P Park vet 2 Have someone place chocks under the trailer wheels 3 When the wheel chocks are in place release the regular brakes until the chocks absorb the load 4 Reapply the regular brakes Then apply your parking brake and then shift to P Park 5 Release the regular brakes When You Are Ready to Leave After Parking on a Hill 1 Apply your regular brakes and hold the pedal down while you Start your engine Shift into a gear and Release the parking brake 2 Let up on the brake pedal 3 Drive slowly until the trailer is clear of the chocks 4 Stop and have someone pick up and store the chocks Maintenance When Trailer Towing Your vehicle will need service more often when you re pulling a trailer See the Maintenance Schedule for more on this Things that are especially important in trailer aperation are automatic transaxle fluid don t overfill engine oil belts cooling system and brake adjustment Each of these is covered in this manual and the Index will help you find them quickly H you re tra
62. slowly open it If that doesn t fix it then your Oldsmobile needs service We hope you will always keep your automatic belt buckled However you may need to unbuckle it in an emergency And you would need to unbuckle it to let someone get into the center front seat position if your vehicle has one 43 24 Seats amp Safety Belts Automatic Lap Shoulder Belt CONT To Reattach the Automatic Belt 1 Close and lock the door 2 Adjust the seat to see how see the Index under Seat Controls so you can sit up straight 3 Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you Don t let it get twisted 4 Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks Q What s wrong with this A The shoulder belt is too loose Tt won t give nearly as much protection this way CAUTION You can be seriously hurt if vour shoulder belt is too loose In a crash vou would move forward too much which could significantly increase injury The shoulder belt should fit against your body Q What s wrong with this A The belt is buckled in the wrong place CAUTION You can be seriously injured if your belt is buckled in the wrong place like this In a crash the belt would go up over your abdomen The belt forces would be there not at the pelvic bones This could cause serious internal injuries Always buckle your belt into the buckle nearest you Q What s wrong with this A
63. start and operate your Oldsmobile Part 3 Comfort Controls amp Audio Systems This part tells you how to adjust the ventilation and comfort controls and how to operate your audio system Part 4 Your Driving and the Road Here you ll find helpful information and tips about the road and how to drive under different conditions Part 5 Problems on the Rood This part tells you what to do if you have a problem while driving such as a flat tire or engine overheating Part 6 Service amp Appearance Core Here the manual tells you how to keep your Oldsmobile running properly and looking good Part 7 Maintenance Schedule This part tells vou when to perform vehicle maintenance and what fluids and lubricants to use Port 8 Customer Assistance Information This part tells vou how to contact Oldsmobile for assistance and how to get service publications It also gives you information on Reporting Safety Defects Part 9 Index Here s an alphabetical listing of almost every subject in this manual You can use it to quickly find something you want to read Service Station Information This is a quick reference of service information You can find it on the last page of this manual How to Use this Manual Safety Warnings and Symbols You will find a number of safety cautions in this book We use yellow and the word CAUTION to tell you about things that could hurt you if you were to ignore the warning CAUTION
64. that can be too heavy It depends on how you plan to use your rig For example speed altitude road grades outside temperature and how much your vehicle i used to pull a trailer are all important And it can also depend on any special equipment that you have on your vehicle You can ask your dealer for our trailering information or advice or you can write us at Oldsmobile Customer Assistance Network P O Box 30095 Lansing MI 48909 In Canada write to General Motors of Canada Limited Customer Assistance Center 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa Ontario LIH 8P7 Weight of the Trailer Tongue The tongue load A of any trailer is an important weight to measure because it affects the total capacity weight of your vehicle The capacity weight includes the curb weight of the vehicle any cargo you may carry in it and the people who will be riding in the vehicle And if you will tow a trailer you must subtract the tongue load from your vehicle s capacity weight because your vehicle will be carrying that weight too See the Index under Loading Your Vehicle for more information about your vehicle s maximum load capacity The trailer tongue A should weigh 1096 of the total loaded trailer weight B After you ve loaded your trailer weigh the trailer and then the tongue separately to see if the weights are proper If they aren t vou may be able to get them right simply by moving same items around in the trailer Tot
65. trunk CAUTION e The compact spare is for temporary use only Replace the compact spare tire with a full size tire as soon as you can See Compact Spare Tire later in this section Compact Spare Tire Although the compact spare was fully inflated when your vehicle was new it can lose air after a time Check the inflation pressure regularly It should be 60 psi 420 kPa The compact spare is made to gn up to 3 000 miles 5 000 km so you can finish your trip and have your full size tire repaired or replaced where you want Of course it s best to replace your spare with a full size tire as soon as you can Your spare will last longer and be in good shape in case you need it again Your anti lock brake system warning light may come on when you are driving with a compact spare See the Index under Anti Lock Brake System Warning Light 21 Problems on the Road 212 Compact Spare Tire conr NOTICE NOTICE ire chains num IT ELI Don t use your compact spare on some other vehicle And don t mix your compact spare or wheel with other wheels or tires They won t fit Keep vour spare and its wheel together If You re Stuck In Sand Mud Ice or Snow What you don t want to do when your vehicle is stuck is to spin your wheels The method known as rocking can help you get out when you re stuck but you must use caution CAUTION NOTICE Rocking Your Vehicle to Get
66. vehicle If you attaching belt and the hardware that dealer can find the correct hardware a0 aw nat work well and the goes with it See the earlier section the accessory section of the GM Parts child may not be protected properly about the top strap if the child restraint Catalog a crash The special hardware is has one for your vehicle only Also don t use the special belt for anything but securing a child restraint in the right front seat Lf an adult or older child uses it the belt won t provide protection and may even increase injury in a crash Once the special hardware is installed please follow the instructions with it and these steps 1 Unbuckle the automatic lap shoulder belt by pushing the button on the buckle It will stay on the door ready to be rebuckled for use by adults or older children 2 Snap one hook of the infant child seat attaching helt near the floor at the door side of the seat 3 Put the belt s special latch plate into the vehicle s safety belt buckle 37 Seats amp Safety Belts 38 Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat 4 You can make the belt longer by tilting the buckle and pulling it along the belt 5 Put the restraint on the seat Follow the instructions for the child restraint B Secure the child in the child restraint as the instructions say 7 Run the belt through or around the child restraint The child restraint instr
67. when you plan to turn or change lanes If necessary you can use hand signals out the window Left arm straight out for a left turn down for slow or about to stop and up for a right turn Slowing Down If time allows tap the brake pedal once or twice in advance of slowing or stopping This warns the driver behind you Disabled Your four way flashers signal that your vehicle is disabled or is a hazard See the Index under Hazard Warning Flashers Traffic Officer The traffic police officer is also a source of important information The officer s signals govern no matter what the traffic lights or other signs say The next section discusses some of the conditions you may encounter 143 Your Driving and the Road 144 Defensive Driving The best advice anyone can give about driving is Drive defensively Please start with a very important safety device in your Oldsmobile Buckle up See the Index under Safety Belts Defensive driving really means be ready for anything On city streets rural roads or freeways it means always expect the unexpected Assume that pedestrians or other drivers are going to be careless and make mistakes Anticipate what they might da Be ready for their mistakes Expect children to dash out from behind parked cars often followed by other children Expect occupants in parked cars to open doors into traffic Watch for mavement in parked cars someone may be about to open a do
68. your dealer for your service needs you ll know that GM trained and supported service people will perform the work using genuine GM parts These schedules are for vehicles that carry passengers and cargo within recommended limits You will find these limits on your vehicle s Tire Loading Information label See the Index under Loading Your Vehticle are driven on reasonable road surfaces within legal driving limits use the recommended unleaded fuel See the Index under Fuel Selecting the Right Schedule First you ll need to decide which of the two schedules is right for your vehicle Here s how to decide which schedule to follow Schedule I Is any of these true for your vehicle Most trips are less than 4 miles 6 km Most trips are less than 10 miles 16 km when outside temperatures are below freezing The engine is at low speed most of the time as in door to door delivery or in stop and go traffic You operate your vehicle in dusty areas You Low a trailer With some models you shouldn t ever tow a trailer See the Index under Towing a Trailer If any one or more of these is true far your driving follow Schedule I Schedule Follow Schedule only if none of the above conditions is true 291 Maintenance Schedule Section A Scheduled Maintenance Services Cont Schedule Follow Schedule I if your vehicle is MAINLY driven under one or more of the following condi
69. 1 If your transmitter has a screw remove the screw from the back cover If it doesn t have a screw pop the cover off by inserting a dime or similar object in the slot between the covers and twisting 2 Lift the front cover off battom half first 3 Remove and replace the two batteries 2016 4 Reassemble the transmitter 5 Check the transmitter operation Programming the Module You will need to program your Remote Lock Control module if any of the following things occur You replace your Remote Lock Control transmitter You add a second transmitter something grounds the data encoder connector in the trunk You replace the Remote Lock Control module To program the module you ll need the transmitter and a short length of wire about 3 feet 1 m long Then follow these steps 1 Open the trunk and locate the data encoder connector A It s on the right side above the wheel well 2 Attach one end of the grounding wire to the stud inside the data encoder connector terminal 3 Attach the other end of the wire to a ground B 4 Press any button on the transmitter once Wait for the locks to fully cycle If you have a second portable transmitter press any button on it once also Wait for the locks to fully cycle Your module is now programmed 5 Disconnect the wire from the data encoder connector and the ground Theft Vehicle theft is big business especially in some cities
70. 16 valve Quad 4 propelled Oldsmobiles on roads and racetracks to new standards of economy and performance Today the all wheel drive security of SmartTrak in the Oldsmobile Bravada continues that proud tradition of meaningful technology The Security af Owner Satisfaction The quality we built into your new Oldsmobile gives us the confidence to 1210 satisfaction program in the industry The Edge gives you 24 hour roadside assistance Bumper to Bumper Plus Warranty protection even free transportation while your vehicle is in for warranty service With the Oldsmobile Edge we ve pledged to make your ownership experience great one J D Rock General Manager How to Use this Manual MANY PEOPLE READ THEIR OWNER S manual from beginning to end when they first receive their new vehicle This will help you learn about the features and controls for your vehicle In this manual you ll find that pictures and words work together to explain things quickly There are nine parts with color tabbed pages in this manual Each part begins with a brief list of contents so you can usually tell at glance if that part contains the information you want You can bend the manual slightly to reveal the color tabs that help you hind a part Part 1 Seats amp Safety Belts This part tells you how to use your seats and safety belts properly Part 2 Features amp Controls This part explains how to
71. BBB AUTO LINE impartial third party arbitrator at An BBB AUTO LINE This program is Council of Better Business Bureaus informal hearing The arbitrator will administered by the Council of Better 4200 Wilson Boulevard render a decision in your case which Business Bureaus through local Better Suite 800 you may accept or reject If you a Business Bureaus Arlington VA 22203 valid agbitrator decision GM will be bound by that decision The entire The program can resolve individual dispute settlement process should fece ordinarily take about 40 days from the the interpretation of your New Vehicle TURIN j Limiied Warranty time you file your complaint to the time 312 a decision is rendered or 47 days if you did not first contact your dealer or Oldsmobile We encourage you to use this program before or instead of resorting to the courts We believe it offers advantages over courts in most jurisdictions because it is fast free of charge and informal lawyers are not usually present although you may retain one at your expense if you choose Arhitrators make decisions based on the principles of fairness and equity and are not required to duplicate the functions of courts by strictly applying state or federal law If vou wish to go to court however we do not require that you first file a claim with BBB AUTO LINE unless state law provides atherwise Whatever your preference may be remembe
72. Clear t could be too bright Move the HUD dimmer control closer to OFF You may need to clean the windshield and HUD lens Your windshield is part of the HUD system If you ever have to have a new windshield be sure to get one designed for HUD If you don t the HUD image may look blurred and out of focus 105 Notes Notes 107 Notes In this part you ll find out how to operate the comfort control systems and audio systems offered with your Oldsmobile Be sure to read about the particular system supplied with your vehicle Part 3 Comfort Controls amp Audio Systems COPERTO SEHR M TOES HIE TENTER RS 110 BHiectromc Cmmale e 113 Steering Wheel Touch Controls for Climate EE 116 MIE DOCK Ufa die ede ecd ERU de e VERRE Aes 118 AM FM Stereo 222 1 TU UE 119 AM FM Stereo Radio with Cassette Player E d AM FM Stereo with Cassette Player and Music Search AM FM Stereo with Cassette Player and Graphic Equalizer MASS URL SUR 126 AM FM Stereo with Compact Disc 129 Compact Disc Player Anti Theft Feature 2222222 131 Steering Wheel Touch Controls for Audio System 152 Audi Bass pnl ses eR Ce rca VAR
73. Death and injury associated with drinking and driving is a national tragedy It s the number one contributor to the highway death toll claiming thousands of victims every year Alcohol takes away three things that anyone needs to drive a vehicle Judgment Muscular Coordination ision Police records show that half of all motor vehicle related deaths involve alcohol a driver a passenger or someone else such as a pedestrian had been drinking In most cases these deaths are the result of someone who was and driving Over 25 000 motor vehicle related deaths occur each year because of alcohol and thousands of people are injured Just how much alcohol is too much if a person plans to drive Ideally no one should drink aleohol and then drive But if one does then what s too much It can be a lot less than many might think Although it depends on each person and situation here is some general information on the problem The Blood Alcohol Content BAC of someone who is drinking depends upon four things How much alcohol is in the drink The drinker s body weight The amount of food that is consumed before and during drinking The length of time it has taken the drinker to consume the alcohol three double martinis 3 ounces or According to the American Medical Association a 180 pound 82 kg person who drinks three 12 ounce 355 ml battles of beer in an hour will end up with a BAC of ab
74. ELA 312 Reporting Safety Defects 514 Oldsmobile Roadside Assistance Program 315 Service Publications DRE 316 309 Customer Assistance Information 310 Your satisfaction and goodwill are important to your dealer and Oldsmobile Normally any problems with the sales transaction or the operation of your vehicle will be resolved by your dealer s Sales or Service Departments Sometimes however despite the best intentions of all concerned misunderstandings can occur If your concern has not been resolved to your satisfaction the following steps should be taken Customer Satisfaction Procedure STEP ONE Discuss your problem with a member of dealership management Complaints can often be quickly resolved at that level If the matter has already been reviewed with the Sales Service or Parts Manager contact the owner of the dealership or the General Manager STEP TWO If after contacting a member of Dealership Management it appears your problem cannot be resolved hy the dealership without further help contact the Oldsmobile Customer Assistance Network by calling 1 800 442 6537 In Canada contact GM of Canada Customer Assistance Center in Oshawa by calling 1 800 263 3777 English or 1 800 263 7854 French In Mexico call 254 17 86 In Puerto Rico or U S Virgin Islands call 1 809 763 1315
75. FM button again SEC will appear indicating that Delco LOC II is set and your radio is secure I _ appears the steps were not successful and you must repeat the entire procedure 131 Comfort Controls amp Audio Systems 132 CD Player Anti Theft Feature CONT To Disable the Anti Theft System Enter your secret code by following these steps you will have only 15 seconds between each step 1 Turn the ignitior to Accessory or Run and the radio off then press the PREV and FF buttons of the station presets SEC will appear showing the radio is secure Press SET and 000 appears on the display Press and hold SEEK until the first digit of your secret code appears Press and hold SCAN until the second and third digits of your code appear Press AM FM 000 will appear on the display 6 Press and hold SEEK until the fourth digit of your code appears 7 Press and hold SCAN until the fifth and sixth digits of your code appear B Press AM FM If the display shows the radio is unsecured and will play again If the display shows SEC the steps were not successful and the numbers did not match the secret code If you lose or forget your code see your dealer If you lose battery power when the hattery is reconnected the system will not turn on and LOC will appear Follow steps 1 8 for disabling your system the time will appear if you are successful If SEC appears the numbers did not matc
76. ICE 4 Wipe dry with a clean cloth before retracting 5 Make the antenna go up and down by turning the radio or ignition on and 6 Then repeat if necessary NOTICE 136 If the mast portion of your antenna is damaged you can easily replace it See your dealer for a replacement kit and fallow the instructions in the kit Notes 137 Part 4 Your Driving and the Road Here you ll find information about E RL MUT RURAL GU REU RESERVE 140 driving on different kinds of roads and Defensive Driving eene Ed DR DES 144 in varying weather conditions We ve Drunken Driving SHEER SERERE PST HAN SEES EEEE 145 also included many other useful tips Control of a Vehicle on driving e AEE E A A 148 boda c oett ea 149 Steering Tips een trata ocho pene eo RN eee TO 154 Steering m Brrergencles icem 155 POREITME HER HU ed Enea LER EXE OREL REESE 156 ie e e Pob ek e seh EHE i o reed sa 159 Driving in the Rain She sara EET ME SUCI SD bre AUS RA ANDORRE 161 Driving in Fog Mist and Haze 165 DIVI coser As 166 Driving a Long Distance e
77. IE because fluids with that label are made especially for your automatic transaxle Damage caused by fluid other than DEXRON IE is not covered by your new vehicle warranty After adding fluid recheck the fluid level as described under How to Check When the correct fluid level is abtained push the dipstick back in all the way a5 e Fluid Automatic Transaxle Fluid 233 Service amp Appearance Care Engine Coolant The following explains your cooling aluminum parts You can also use system and how to add coolant when it recycled coolant conforming to GM is low If you have a problem with Specification 1823M with a complete engine overheating or if you need to add coolant flush and refill Use GM Engine eoalant to your radiator see the Index Coolant Supplement sealer with any under Engine Overheating complete coolant change If you use NOTICE The proper coolant for your Oldsmobile these you don t need to add anything 2 will else TENERA Give reezi tection down t SAPTO jj CAUTION Give boiling protection up to 262 F sh ding 128 C Protect against rust and corrosion Help keep the proper engine temperature Let the warning lights work as they should What to Use Use a mixture of one half clean water preferably distilled and one half antifreeze that meets GM Specification 1825M which won t damage 234 Adding Coolant To Check Coolant When your engi
78. LDER AHEAD FLAGGER AHEAD Orange indicates road construction or maintenance You ll want to slow down when you see an orange sign as part of the road may be closed off or torn up And there may be workers and maintenance vehicles around too Shape of Road Signs The shape of the sign will tell you something too An octagonal eight sided sign means Stop It is always red with white letters A diamond shaped sign is a warning of something ahead for example a curve steep hill soft shoulder or a narrow bridge CANOEING SWIMMING Brown signs point out recreation areas A triangle pointed downward A triangular sign also is used on two lane roads to indicate a no passing or points of historic or cultural interest indicates Yield It assigns the right of way to traffic on certain approaches to zone This sign will he on the left side of an intersection the roadway 141 142 Your Driving and the Road ELI i T iesu LEFT OR KEEP RIGHT THROUGH Shape of Road Signs Rectangular square or oblong signs show speed limits parking regulations give directions and such information as distances to cities RIGHT TURN ONLY Symbols on Road Signs There are many international road signs in use today Traffic Lights We re all familiar with traffic lights or stop lights Often green arrows are being used in
79. N Marketing Services Ltd 1500 Bonhill Rd Mississauga Ontario LoT Published by Oldsmobile Division General Motors Corporation 920 Townsend Street Lansing Michigan 48921 are registered trademarks of General Motors Corporation The word is registered trademark af General Motors Corporation Copyright 1992 General Motors Corporation Oldsmobile Division All rights reserved Printed in USA The Power of Intelligent Engineering Engineering with a purpose It s at the heart of every Oldsmobile Your new Oldsmobile continues a 96 year tradition of engineering excellence That tradition was born in Lansing Michigan on August 21 1897 when Ransom E Olds began building a horseless carriage in as nearly a perfect manner as possible Soon Oldsmobiles rolled off the nation s first assembly line Innovation and refinement have always set Oldsmobiles apart In 1939 Oldsmobile introduced the celebrated Hydra Matic transmission a four speed forerunner of today s advanced systems In 1948 the high spirited Rocket V8 engine set standards for performance A Step Ahead In 1966 Toronado made front wheel drive news including Motor Trend s Car of the Year Still breaking new ground the 1974 Toro became the first car equipped with a production air bag Recent Oldsmobile engineering has created exciting advancements like the responsive Quad 4 engine Versions of the 4 cylinder
80. Service amp Appearance Care Checking Aim of the Headlights CONT State inspection stations will allow a vertical reading of up plus 76 degrees or down minus 76 degrees for the center of the bubble It is recommended that the upper limit not exceed up plus 4 degrees for the center of the bubble There may be an increased chance of being flashed if adjustment is much above up plus 4 degrees 242 Aiming Headlights 2 DOOR MODELS To check the aim the vehicle should be properly prepared as follows The vehicle must have all four tires on a perfectly level surface The vehicle should not have any snow ice or mud attached to it There should not be any cargo or Ipading of vehicle except it should have a full tank of gas and one person or 160 pounds 75 kg on the driver s seat Tires should be properly inflated horizontal indicator should read 0 zero 1 Start with the horizontal left and right headlight aim Don t try to adjust the vertical up and down aim first 2 Check the horizontal aim for each headlight and adjust it as necessary 3 Turn the horizontal aiming screw until the pointer is lined up with the 0 zero uem 4 Now adjust the vertical aim Check the vertical aim for each headlight and adjust it as necessary 5 Turn the vertical aiming screw until the bubble in the level is centered at 0 zero To Replace a Headlight 2 DOOR MODELS
81. Service Publications Service Manuals and Chwner Publications If the order form is missing you can write Lansing Lithographers Box 25188 Lansing Michigan 48909 Publication Order Form Oldsmobile Division service publications are intended for use by professional qualified technicians Attempting repairs or service without the appropriate training tools and equipment could cause Injury to you or others and damage to your vehicle that may cause it not to operate properly Individual Product Service Publications SERVICE GUILD MONTH YEAR QUANTITY SSA LL Beim Ooo pfs First item per order is 4 each additional item is 2 SUBTOTAL a Orders cannot be filled without appropriate numbers These numbers are in the PSP Index No additional charge for other items from the same Service Guild issue Product Service Publications Indexes Mailed at no charge Model war 1992 Modei Year 1991 Model Year 1990 Model Year E 1989 Model Year 319 Publication Order Form 320 Subscription Service 1993 Model Year with Binder 1992 Model Year with Binder 1981 Modal Year with Binder 1990 Model Year with Binder 1989 Model Year with Binder Subtotal Subscription Service Subtotal Service Publications From Front Total Order Price subject to change Mail Order Form and check or money order in U S fund
82. Switch CAUTION 1 Before you start be sure you have enough room around the vehicle 2 Firmly apply both the parking brake see the ndex under Parking Brake if necessary and the regular brake NOTE Do not use the accelerator pedal and be ready to turn off the engine immediately if it starts 3 Try to start the engine in each gear The starter should work only in P Park or N Neutral If the starter works in any other position your vehicle needs service CHECK WHAT TO DO Steering Column Lock While parked and with the parking brake set try to turn the key to Lock in each shift lever position The key should turn to Lock only when the shift lever is in P Park The key should come out only in Lock Parking Brake and CAUTION Automatic Transaxle P Park Mechanism Check ot BF Park on a fairly steep hill with the vehicle facing downhill Keeping your foot on the regular brake set the parking brake To check the parking brake With the engine running and transaxle in N Neutral slowly remove foot pressure from the regular brake pedal Do this until the vehicle is held by the parking brake only To check the P Park mechanism s holding ability Shift to P Park Then release all brakes At least every spring use plain water to flush any corrosive materials from the underbody Take care to clean thoroughly any areas where mud and other debris can
83. Trailer Horn You can sound the horn hy pressing the horn symbols on your steering wheel 67 Features amp Controls A tilt steering wheel allows you to adjust the steering wheel betore you drive You can also raise it to the highest level to give your legs more room when you exit and enter the vehicle To tilt the wheel hold the steering wheel and pull the lever Move the steering wheel to a comfortable level then release the lever to lock the wheel in place 68 Windows On a vehicle with manual windows use the window crank to open and close each window Power Windows OPTION With power windows switches on the driver s armrest control each of the windows when the ignition is on In addition each passenger door has a control switch for its own window The driver s window switch has a Power Auto Down feature This switch is labeled AUTO The driver s window can be opened a small amount by tapping the rear of the switch To stop the window while it is lowering press the front of the AUTO switch then release To raise the window press and hold the front of the AUTO switch Passenger Lockout Switch On 4 door models this switch disables all passenger power windows Push the switch to LOCK to disable the window switches on all doors except the driver s Push the switch to NORMAL for normal power window operation Turn Signal Headlight Beam Lever The lever on the left side o
84. Window Defogger 2109 116 Rearview MiITOr emnes 80 Reclining Seatbacks Remote Control Mirrors Remote Lock Control 249 Remote Positive Battery Terminal 192 Remote Trunk Release 53 Replacement Bulbs 2 280 Replacement Fuses ASIN UID 271 Replacement Parts 283 Replacing Safety Belts 42 Replacing Tires 255 Replacing Wheels Yd Replacing Windshield Wipers Mere 250 Reporting Safety Defects 314 Restraint Head 15 Restraints Child 31 Retractable Underhood Light dicis 226 Road Stn Lco LE eee 140 E 140 Symbols Traffic Lights 142 Your Own Signals 143 Roads Hill and Mountain 170 Rocking Your Vehicle 213 Stuck If You 212 PRET DIR aie orte 254 Running Lights Daytime 77 afety Belts 16 Adults cid Automatic Lap Shoulder Belt 22 Center osa Position 26 Children 230 Child Restraints Child Restraints How to Install Child Restraints Mhiere to oi oo SEHE PIRE tree Driver
85. Your aluminum wheels have protective coating similar to the painted surface of your Oldsmobile Don t use strong soaps chemicals chrome polish or other abrasive cleaners on them because you could damage this coating After rinsing thoroughly a wax may be applied NOTICE ae Blurmir 265 Service amp Appearance Care White Sidewall Tires Weatherstrips Sheet Metal Damage Your Oldsmobile dealer has a GM These are places where glass or metal If your vehicle is damaged and requires White Sidewall Tire Cleaner You can meets rubber Silicone grease there will sheet metal repair or replacement make use a stiff brush with it make them last longer seal better and sure the body repair shop applies anti corrosion material to the parts repaired or replaced to restore corrosion protection not squeak Apply silicone grease with a clean cloth at least every six months 266 Foreign Material Calcium chloride and other salts ice melting agents road oil and tar tree sap bird droppings chemicals from industrial chimneys and other foreign matter can damage your vehicle s finish if they remain on painted surfaces Use cleaners that are marked safe for painted surfaces for these stains Finish Damage Any stone chips fractures or deep scratches in the finish should be repaired right away Bare metal will corrode quickly and may develop into a major repair expense Minor chips and scratches can be repai
86. Your engine could catch fire and you or others could be burned Use a 50 50 mix of clean water and a proper antifreeze CAUTION Steam and scalding liquids 4 from a hot cooling system can blow out and burn you badly They are under pressure and if you turn the radiator pressure cap even a little they can come out at You be burned if you spill coolant on hot engine parts Coolant contains ethylene glycol and it will burn if the engine parts are hot enough Don t spill coolant on a hat engine high speed Never turn the cap When the coolant in the coolant when the cooling system including recovery tank is at or above COLD the radiator pressure cap is hot start your vehicle Wait for the cooling system and radiator pressure cap to cool if you ever have to turn the pressure cap If the overheat warning continues NOTICE there s one more thing you can try You can add the proper coolant mix directly In cold weather water can freeze to the radiator but he sure the cooling and crack the engine radiator system is cool before you do it heater core and other parts Use the recommended coolant How to Add Coolant to the Radiator 1 You can remove the radiator pressure 2 Then keep turning the pressure cap when the cooling system but now push down as you turn it NOTICE including the radiator pressure cap Remove the pressure cap 7 and upper
87. ag some winter outer clothing a small shovel a flashlight a red cloth and a couple of reflective warning triangles And if you will be driving under severe conditions include a small bag of sand a piece of old carpet ar a couple of burlap bags to help provide traction Be sure you properly secure these items in your vehicle 173 Your Driving and the Road 174 Driving on Snow or Ice Most of the time those places where your tires meet the road probably have good traction However if there is snow or ice between your tires and the road you can have a very slippery situation You ll have a lot less traction or grip and will need to be very careful What s the worst time for this Wet ice Very cold snow or ice can be slick and hard to drive on But wet ice can be even more trouble because it may offer the least traction of all You can get wet ice when it s about freezing 32 F 0 C and freezing rain begins to fall Try to avoid driving on wet ice until salt and sand crews can get there Whatever the condition smooth ice packed blowing or loose snow drive with caution Accelerate gently Try not to break the fragile traction If vou accelerate too fast the drive wheels will spin and polish the surface under the tires even mare Unless you have the anti lock braking system you ll want to brake very gently too If you do have anti lock see the Index under Anti Lock Brake System This system
88. al Weight on Your Vehicle s Tires Be sure your vehicle s tires are inflated to the limit for cold tires You will find these numbers on the Certification label at the rear edge of the driver s door or on the inside of the trunk lid See the Index under Tire Loading Then be sure you don t go over the GVW limit for your vehicle Hitches It s important to have the correct hitch equipment Crosswinds large trucks going by and rough roads are a few reasons why you ll need the right hitch Here some rules to follow Will vou have to make any holes in the body of your vehicle when you install a trailer hitch If you do then be sure to seal the holes later when you remove the hitch If you don t seal them deadly carbon monoxide CO from your exhaust can get into your vehicle See the Index under Carbon Monoxide in Exhaust Dirt and water can too 179 Your Driving and the Road 180 If You Do Decide to Pull Trailer CONT The bumpers on your vehicle are not intended for hitches Do not attach rental hitches or other bumper type hitches to them Use only a frame mounted hitch that does not attach to the bumper Safety Chains You should always attach chains between your vehicle and your trailer Cross the safety chains under the tongue of the trailer so that the tongue will not drop to the road if it becomes separated from the hitch Instructions about safety chains may be provided by the hitch
89. all applicable Canada motor vehicle etc If so then the rest of Part 1 does not apply to your vehicle To learn how to use your safety belts please read the Owner s Manual Safety Belt Supplement It comes with every new Oldsmobile first sold in Canada 21 22 Seats amp Safety Belts This section describes the driver s restraint system Automatic Lap Shoulder Belt This safety belt is called automatic because you don t have to buckle up when you get into your vehicle And you don t have to unbuckle when vou get out Just get into your vehicle Then close and lock the door Adjust the seat to sce how see the Index under Seat Controls so you can sit up straight The lap belt should be worn as low on the hips as possible In a crash this applies force to the strong pelvic bones And you d be less likely to slide under the lap belt If you slid under it the belt would apply force at your abdomen This could cause serious or even fatal injuries The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest These parts of the body are best able to take belt restraining forces The safety belt locks if there s a sudden stop or a crash It s possible that an automatic belt To Unbuckle the Automatic Belt could keep you from fully opening a ust push the button on the buckle door That can happen if the door was Jost pasti slammed shut very hard Just close the door all the way then
90. alled special TOD Telecommunication Devices for the Deaf equipment in its Customer Assistance Center Any hearing or speech impaired customer who has access to a TDD or a conventional teletypewriter TTY can communicate with Oldsmobile by dialing 1 800 TDD OLDS TDD users in Canada can dial 1 800 263 3830 Customer Assistance Information GM Participation In Better Business Bureau We prefer that you not resort to BBB In order to file a claim you will have to Mediation Arbitration Program AUTO LINE until after a final decision provide your name and address the Our experience has shown that the is made under the Customer vehicle identification number VIN of Customer Satisfaction Procedure Satisfaction Procedure However you your vehicle and a statement of the described earlier in this part has been may file a claim at any time by nature of your complaint BBB staff very auccesstul in achievina eus contacting your local Better Business may try to help resolve your dispute Bureau BBB at the following toll free through mediation If mediation is not been substantially satisfied Oldsmobile number 1 800 955 5100 For further successful or if you do not wish to wants you to be aware of GM s information about filing a claim you participate in mediation eligible voluntary participation in a no charge may also write to customers may present their case to an mediation arbitration program called
91. ame time To Play a Cassette Tape With the power on insert a tape into the cassette door Using tapes that are longer than 90 minutes 45 minutes on each side is not recommended When the right indicator arrow is lit selections listed an the bottom side of the cassette are playing When the left arrow is lit selections listed on the top side of the cassette are playing To change sides of the tape press the upper control knob VOLUME while the cassette 1s playing The tape player automatically begins playing the other side when it reaches the end of the tape Fast Forward Press the button with the arrow pointing in the same direction that the tape is playing To stop fast forward press the STOP EJECT button Reverse Press the hutton with the arrow pointing in the opposite direction that the tape is playing To stop reverse press the STOP EJECT button STOP EJECT To stop playing a tape fully press this button The cassette will be partially ejected and the radio will begin playing AM FM Stereo with Cassette Player and Music Search The digital display indicates information on time or radio station frequency the AM or FM radio band whether the station is in stereo and other radio functions POWER Turns the unit on and off when the ignition is on VOL Volume Press the top of the switch to increase the volume Press the bottom of the switch to decrease the volume The volume setting will be display
92. ant eese General chassis lube 1052497 14 oz 397 Grease Gun Insert Delco Supreme 11 Brake Fluid Brake System seus 1052535 16 0 5 1 DEXRON IIE Automatic Automatic Transaxle suse 12345881 320z 1 0L Transmission Fluid 12345880 1 3 8L EAE T TETRUTONTU Engine 4 See the Index under Engine Oil GM Engine Oil Supplement See your dealer for 1052367 16 0 5L E O 8 278 Windshield Washer Solvent Power Steering Fluid Silicone Grease Spray A Squeak Silicone Lubricant APPLICATION Hood trunk and door hinges Windshield washer fluid Power Steering System Weatherstrips T General purpose silicone lubricant weatherstrips GM PART NUMBER 1050017 1052884 1245579 1052276 aerosol 1052277 SIZE 32 07 16 07 loz 4502 12 LOL 0 5 L 28 g 127 g 0 35 Li 279 Service amp Appearance Care Replacement Bulbs OUTSIDE LIGHTS BULB Back up Lights Front Parking Tum Signal Lights License Plate Light Center High Moun
93. at your engine coolant has overheated If you have been operating your vehicle under normal driving conditions you should pull off the road stop your vehicle and turn off the engine as soon as possible HOT COOLANT CAN BURN YOU BADLY In Problems on the Road this manual shows what to do See the Index under Engine Overheating 95 Features amp Controls 96 Low Coolant Warning Light If this light comes on your system is low on coolant and the engine may overheat See the Index under Engine Coolant and have your vehicle serviced as soon you Oil Warning Light ELECTRONIC CLUSTER If you have a problem with your ail this light may stay on after you start your engine or come on when you are driving This indicates that oil is not going through your engine quickly enough to keep it lubricated The engine could be low on oil or could have some other oil problem Have it fixed right away The oil light could also come on in three other situations s When the ignition is on but the engine is not running the light will come on as a test to show you it is working but the light will go out when you turn the ignition to Start If it doesn t come on with the ignition on you may have a problem with the fuse or bulb Have it fixed righl away s Sometimes when the engine is idling al a stop the light may blink on and aff This is normal s If you make a hard stop the light may come on for a
94. bles to start your Oldsmobile But please follow the steps here to do it safely CAUTION NOTICE To Jump Start Your Oldsmobile 1 Check the other vehicle It must have a 12 volt battery with a negative ground system NOTICE 189 Problems on the Road Jump Starting CONT 2 Get the vehicles close enough so the 3 Turn off the ignition on both 4 Open the hoods and locate the jumper cables can reach but be sure vehicles Turn off all lights that aren t batteries the vehicles aren t touching each needed and radios This will avoid other If they are it could cause a sparks and help save both batteries CAUTION ground connection you don t want And it could save your radio You wouldn t be able to start your Oldsmobile and the bad grounding could damage the electrical systems NOTICE CAUTION Find the positive and negative terminals on each hattery Your Oldsmobile has a remote positive jump starting terminal The terminal is on the same side of the engine compartment as your battery You should always use the remote positive terminal instead of the positive terminal on your battery To uncover the remote positive terminal lift the red plastic cap 190 CAUTION Using a match near a battery can cause battery gas to explode People have been hurt doing this and some have been blinded Use a flashlight if you need more light Be sure the bat
95. can SEEK Fach time you press SEEK you will tune in the next station higher on the radio band To Preset Radio Stations Using the four pushbuttons numbered 1 4 you can set up to 14 radio stations seven AM and seven FM 1 Use the lower knob TUNE to tune in the station you want 2 Press SET The SET indicator swill appear on the digital screen for five seconds 3 While the SET indicator is displayed press one af the four pushbuttons 4 Repeat steps 1 3 for each of four AM and four FM stations Up to three additional stations on each band may he preset by pairing pushbuttons 1 Tune in the desired station 2 Press SET and within five seconds press any two adjacent pushbuttons at the same time 3 The station can be tuned in when the same two pushbuttons are pressed at the same time AM FM Stereo Radio with Cassette Player The digital display indicates information on time or radio station frequency the AM or FM radio band whether the station is in stereo and other radio functions VOLUME Turn the upper knob to turn the radio on or atf or lo change volume Press it to change the display between the clock and the radio station requency when the radio is on The control ring behind the VOLUME knob adjusts the left right speaker balance TUNE This knob has two functions Turn it to the left or right to tune in radio stations the radio station frequency will be displayed on the digital sc
96. change to the reduced brightness of DRL if the headlight switch is off Of course vou may still turn on the headlights any time you need to To idle your vehicle with the DRL off set the parking hrake while the ignition is in the Off or Lock position Then start the vehicle The DRL will stay off until you release the parking brake Changer To change the headlights from low beam to high or high to low pull the turn signal headlight beam lever all the way toward you Then release it When the high beams are on a blue light on the instrument panel also will be on Flash to Pass Flash to pass lets you use your high beam headlights to signal a driver in front of you that you want to pass To use it pull the turn signal headlight beam lever toward you If Your Headlights are Off Your high beam headlights will turn on They ll stay on as long as you hold the lever there Release the lever to turn them off If Your Headlights are On No flash to pass Use the lever to change between high and low beams as explained under Headlight High Lou Beam Changer earlier in this section If You Have Fog Lights They go off whenever the high beams are on When the high beams go off the fog lights will come on again if the fog light switch is on LIGHTS int Sic ji Instrument Panel Intensity Control You can brighten or dim the instrument panel lights by sliding the control knob up or down If yo
97. ck negative cable to the good battery s negative terminal Don t let the other end touch anything until the next step The other end of the negative cable doesn t po to the dead battery It goes to a heavy unpainted metal part on the engine of the vehicle with the dead battery 9 Attach the cable at least 18 inches 10 45 cm away from the dead battery but not near engine parts that move The electrical connection is just as good there but the chance of sparks getting back to the battery is much less Now start the vehicle with the good battery and run the engine for a while Try to start the vehicle with the dead battery If it won t start after a few tries it probably needs service 12 Remove the cables in reverse order to prevent electrical shorting Take care that they don t touch each other or any metal Towing Your Oldsmobile Try to have a GM dealer or professional towing service tow your Oldsmobile The usual towing equipment is A Sling type tow truck B Wheel lift tow truck C Car carrier If your vehicle has been changed or modified since it was factory new by adding aftermarket items like fog lamps aero skirting or special tires and wheels these instructions and illustrations may not be correct Before you do anything turn on the hazard warning flashers When you call tell the towing service That if you have the 4 door T series or 2 door Oldsmobile your ve
98. ck your coolant temperature gage There is a problem with the charging system Head Up Display OPTION If you have the optional Head Up Display HUD you can see the speedometer reading in English or metric units displayed through the windshield The HUD also shows Turn signal indicator lights A high beam indicator symbol A CHECK GAUGES message For low oil pressure high coolant temperature high or low battery voltage and low fuel HUD shows these lights when they are lit on the instrument panel When you sit straight in your seat the HUD image will appear slightly to the right When the ignition key is turned to Run all possible HUD images will come on and look like this Then the Head Up Display will operate normally 101 Features amp Controls HUD CONTROL Head Up Display cowr NOTICE CAUTION To adjust the HUD so you can see it properly 1 Start your engine and slide the HUD dimmer control located below the climate controls all the way to MAX The brightness of the HUD image is determined by whether the headlight switch 18 on or off and where you have set the HUD dimmer control 3 LT 102 AUG CONTROL 2 Adjust the seat if necessary before 3 Slide the dimmer control toward setting the height control OFF until the HUD image is no brighter than necessary To turn the Rotate the HUD image height control arid DARE NI CM HUD off slid
99. comes hack out The disc may be upside down The disc may be dirty scratched or wet There may be too much moisture in the air wait about one hour and try again The player may be too hot or the road may be too rough for the disc to play While a disc is playing the CD indicator is displayed on the digital screen as is the clock RCL Recall Press once to see which track is plaving Press again within five seconds to see how long your selection has been playing The track number also will be displayed when the volume is changed or a new track starts to play PREV Previous Press to play a track again If you hold the PREV button the disc will keep backing up to previous tracks NEXT Press when you want to hear the next track If you hold the NEXT button the disc will keep advancing to other tracks REV Reverse Press and hold to rapidly back up to a favorite passage Release to resume playing FF Fast Forward Press and hold to rapidly advance the disc Release to resume playing COMP Compression Depressing this button makes soft and loud passages more equal in volume Press again to resume normal play When Finished with the Compact Disc Player If you press POWER or turn off the ignition the disc will stay in the player and start again when you turn on the ignition or power switch The disc will begin playing at the point where it had been stopped ST PL Stop Play Press to stop the d
100. d Pan Removal and Replacement eene 6 quarts Alter Complete Overhaul eerte 8 quarts or more as needed for converter and auxiliary coolers 3 81 4 81 3 8L 6 6 L 3 8 1 7 51 Cooling System 3 1L V6 With 3 Speed Automatic With 4 Speed Automatic Twin Dual Cam DOHC 3 4L V6 With 4 Speed Automatic Transaxle Ue Refrigerant Air Conditioning iis Not all air conditioning refrigerants a are e thes same 2 If Ted air conditioning system in your vehicle needs refrigerant be sure the proper refrigerant is used If you re not sure ask your Oldsmobile dealer 12 7 quarts 12 01 12 5 quarts 11 81 12 7 quarts 1201 See refrigerant charge label under hood Fiel EEA 16 5 gallons 62 0 L Power Steering E BROS 925 1 Wheel Nut sese LOD TB Tt 140 N m Battery Size SLICE 525 Twin Dual DOHC 3 AL 690 CCA 277 Service amp Appearance Care Fluids amp Lubricants ITEM APPLICATION GM PART NUMBER SIZE Antifreeze Coolant eerte Year round antifreeze 1052753 lgal 3 8L Ethylene Glycol Base coolant mixtures Chassis Lubric
101. d Door Hinges Engine oil or Lubriplate Lubricant GM Part No 1050109 Fuel Door Hinge Dielectric Silicone Grease GM Part No 12345579 or equivalent See the Index under Replacement Parts for recommended replacement filters valves and spark plugs 305 Maintenance Schedule 306 Section E Maintenance Record After the scheduled services are performed record the date or Schedule II maintenance charts which correspond to the odometer reading and who performed the service in the maintenance performed Also vou should retain all columns indicated When completing the Maintenance maintenance receipts Your owner information portfolio is a Performed column insert the numbers from the Schedule I convenient place to store them ODOMETE MAINTENANCE PERFORMED SERVICED BY c ODOMETER READING 5 Maintenance Schedule Section E Maintenance Record cont SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED ODOMETER DING 308 Here you will find out how to contact Oldsmobile if you need assistance This part also tells you how to obtain service publications and how to report any safety defects Part 8 Customer Assistance Information Customer Satisfaction Procedure ee 310 Customer Assistance for the Hearing or Speech 311 BBB Mediation Arbitration ssa Hasta ee Dict
102. de handle won t open it Outsiders can easily enter through an unlocked door when you slow down or stop your vehicle This may not be so obvious You increase the chance of being thrown out of the vehicle in a crash if the doors aren t locked Wear safety belts properly lock vour doors and you will be far better off whenever you drive your vehicle Features amp Controls 48 You can lock or unlock all doors of your vehicle from the driver or passenger door lock switch On 4 door models the switch on each rear door works only that door s lock It won t lock or unlock all of the doors that s a safety feature Leaving Your Vehicle If you are leaving the vehicle open your door and set the locks from inside then get out and close the door Automatic Door Locks Just close your doors and turn on the ignition All of the doors will lock when you move your shift lever out of P Park or Neutral Each time you close your doors and turn on the ignition the doors will lock automatically only once If someone needs to get out while the vehicle is running have that person use the manual or power lock When the doo is closed again it will not lock automatically Just use the manual or power lock to lock the door again Remote Lock Control option If your Oldsmobile has this option you can lock and unlock your doors or unlock your trunk from up to 30 feet 9 m away using the key chain transmitter s
103. der inna ERE HOSTE HIER MUR GONE 168 Hill and Mountain Roads TUER ERE RIEF Ed uia 170 ig ta 310s Lieu eere UV xem PHONE ETHER PM CARA E BS seid 171 a ap MERE EM een 173 Towing a 2 2 176 739 Your Driving and the Road WRONG WAY STOP DO NOT WRONG RR ADVANCE NARROW NOPASSING ENTER WAY CROSSING BRIDGE ZONE Color of Road Signs Yellow indicates a general warning m Road Signs Red means Stop It may also indicate Slow down and be careful when you see that same movement is not allowed a yellow sign It may signal a railroad The road signs you see everywhere are crossing ahead a no passing zone coded by color shape and symbols It s Examples are Do Not Enter Wrong RET 2 x nt symbols Way or No Parking some other potentially dangerous good idea to know these codes so that situation Likewise a vellow solid line you can quickly grasp the basic meaning painted on the road means Don t or intent of the sign even before you Cross have a chance to read it E HOSPITAL INFORMATION Blue signs with white letters show Green is used to guide the driver Green signs may indicate upcoming motorists services freeway exits or show the direction you 140 should turn to reach a particular place LOW WORKERS SHOU
104. do not form when you rinse it with water Clean the blade by wiping vigorously with a cloth soaked in full strength windshield washer solvent Then rinse the blade with water Wiper blades should be checked on a regular basis and replaced when worn Cleaning the Outside of Your Oldsmobile The paint finish on your vehicle provides beauty depth of color gloss retention and durability Washing Your Vehicle The best way to preserve your vehicle s finish is ta keep it clean by washing it often with lukewarm or cold water Don t wash your vehicle in the direct rays of the sun Don t use strong soaps or chemical detergents Use liquid hand dish or car washing non detergent soaps Don t use cleaning agents that contain acid or abrasives All cleaning agents should be flushed promptly and not allowed to dry on the surface or they could stain Dry the finish with a soft clean chamois or a 100 cotton towel to avoid surface scratches and water spotting High pressure vehicle washes may cause water to enter your vehicle Finish Care Occasional waxing or mild polishing of your Oldsmobile may be necessary to remove residue from the paint finish You can get GM approved cleaning products from your dealer See the Index under Appearance Care Your Oldsmobile has a basecoat clearcoat paint finish The clearcoat gives more depth and gloss to the colored NOTICE Aluminum Wheels IF 50 EQUIPPED
105. e being played When the arrow pointing up is lighted the selections listed on the top side of the tape played When the arrow pointing down is lighted selections listed on the bottom side of the tape are played The tape player automatically begins playing the other side when it reaches the end of the tape CRO This button sets tape bias When playing high bias chrome or metal tapes press the button to turn the button light on When playing standard tapes press again to turn the light off EJECT Press to have the cassette tape ejected the radio will then play AM FM Stereo with Compact Disc Player on time or radio station frequency the AM or FM radio band whether the station is in stereo and other radio functions VOL Volume Adjusts the volume The digital display indicates information up or down and the bottom of the digital screen displays the setting For a normal listening level preset at the factory press the center of the switch TUNE Press this switch to tune in POWER Press to turn the unit on and higher frequencies and lower frequencies off when the ignition is on SEEK Press to tune automatically to the next station higher on the band BAL Balance Adjusts the left right and front rear speaker balance to your individual taste When you change either adjustment the bottom of the digital screen will display the point of balance you have selected For the normal setting p
106. e drag of the added weight The engine is required to operate at relatively higher speeds and under greater loads generating extra heat What s more the trailer adds considerably to wind resistance increasing the pulling requirements All of that means changes in Handling Durability Fuel economy If You Do Decide to Pull a Trailer If you do here are some important points There are many different laws having to do with trailering Make sure your rig will be legal not only where you live but also where you ll be driving A good source for this information can be state or provincial police Consider using a sway control You van ask a hitch dealer about sway controls Don t tow a trailer at all during the first 500 miles 800 km your new vehicle is driven Your engine axle or other parts could be damaged I77 Your Driving and the Road If You Do Decide to Pull a Trailer CONT Then during the first 500 miles 800 krn that you tow a trailer don t drive over 50 mph 80 km h and don t make starts at full throttle This helps your engine and other parts af your vehicle wear in at the heavier loads Three important considerations have to do with weight Weight of the Trailer How heavy can a trailer safely be It should never weigh more than 1 000 pounds 450 kg unless you have 3 1L V6 with the heavy duty cooling package Then your vehicle can tow up to 2 000 pounds 900 kg But even
107. e level is lower add more of the proper mix through the filler neck until the level reaches the base of the filler neck 203 Problems on the Road 204 Engine Overheating cowr 10 Then replace the pressure cap Be sure the arrows on the pressure cap line up like this 11 Check the coolant recovery tank The coolant level should be at HOT when the engine is hot and at COLD when the engine is cold Ifa Tire Goes Flat It s unusual for a tire to blow out while you re driving especially if you maintain your tires properly If air goes out of a tire it s much more likely to leak out slowly But if you should ever have a blowout here are a few tips about what to expect and what to do If a front tire fails the flat tire will create a drag that pulls the vehicle toward that side Take your foot off the accelerator pedal and grip the steering wheel firmly Steer to maintain lane position then gently brake to a stop well out of the traffic lane A rear blowout particularly on a curve acts much like a skid and may require the same correction you d use in a skid In any rear blowout remove your foot from the accelerator pedal Get the vehicle under control by steering the way you want the vehicle to go It may be very bumpy and noisy but you can still steer Gently brake to a stop well off the road if possible If your tire goes flat the next section shows how to use your jacking equipment to change
108. e on your vehicle If your tires have an all season tread design the TPC number will be followed by a 8 for mud and SIMONV li you ever replace your tires with those not having a TPC Spec number make sure they are the same size load range speed rating and construction type bias bias belted or radial as your ariginal tires CAUTION Service amp Appearance Care 256 Uniform Tire Quality Grading The following information relates to the system developed hy the United States National Highway Traffic Safety Administration which grades tires by treadwear traction and temperature performance This applies only to vehicles sold in the United States Treadwear The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on a specified government test course For example a tire graded 150 would wear one and a half 1 times as well on the government course as a tire graded 100 The relative performance of tires depends upon the actual conditions of their use however and may depart significantly from the norm due to variations in driving habits service practices and differences in road characteristics and climate Traction A B C The traction grades from highest to lowest are A B and C They represent the tire s ability to stop on wet pavement as measured under controlled conditions on specified government test surface
109. e system warning light will come on Over time more pumps may be needed to set the parking brake firmly If it ever takes more than two full pumps have the brake system adjusted by vour dealer To Release the Parking Brake Hold the regular brake pedal down Pull the BRAKE RELEASE lever If You are on a Hill See the Index under Parking on Hills That section shows how to turn your front wheels If You are Towing a Trailer and are Parking on any Hill See the Index under Towing a Trailer That section shows what to do first to keep the trailer from moving 63 Features amp Controls 64 Shifting Into P Park Column Shift om CAUTION AN It is dangerous to get out of vour vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in P Park with the parking brake firmly set Your vehicle can roll If you have left the engine running the vehicle can move suddenly You or others could be injured To be sure your vehicle won t move when you re on fairly level ground use the steps that follow If you are parking on hill or if you re pulling a trailer also see the Index under Parking on Hills or Towing a Trailer Hold the brake pedal down with your right foot and set the parking brake 2 Move the shift lever into P Park position like this Pull the lever towards you Move the lever up as far as it will go 3 Move the ignition key to Lock 4 Remove the key and
110. e the HUD dimmer all the way up raising the image as far as possible Then rotate the HUD control to OFF image height control downward sa If the sun comes out or it becomes the image is as low as possible butin cloudy or if you turn on your full view headlights you may need to adjust the HUD s brightness using the HUD dimmer control Polarizing sunglasses could make the HUD image harder to see 103 Features amp Controls 104 Head Up Display Pushing the ENG MET rocker switch on the center console will switch the HUD speedometer from English conventional to metric units or back again Some vehicles may not be equipped with the ENG MET switch Care of the Head Up Display 10 d Clean the inside of the windshield as needed to remove any dirt or film that reduces the sharpness or clarity of the HUD image To Clean the HUD Spray household glass cleaner on a soft clean cloth Wipe the HUD lens gently then dry it Do not spray cleaner directly on the lens because the cleaner fluid could leak inside the unit if you do If You Can t See the HUD Image When the Ignition is On Is anything covering the HUD unit s the HUD dimmer control close enough to MAX s the HUD image adjusted to the proper height Still no HUD image Check the fuse in the CLUST position in the glove box fuse panel See the Index under Fuses amp Circuit Breakers If the HUD Image is Not
111. e to ET determine when to replace theairfiller and the PCV filter Io See the Index under Scheduled Maintenance Services CAUTION JA inierating the en Eg EE 1 230 Check or Replace 1 Remove the four screws and pull aff the cover Automatic Transaxle Fluid NOTICE 2 Remove the air cleaner filter When to Check and Change 3 Be sure to install the air cleaner filter A good time to check your automatic and replace the cover tightly transaxle fluid level is when your engine oil is changed Refer to your Maintenance Schedule to determine when to change your fluid See the Index under Scheduled Maintenance Services How to Check Because this operation can be a little difficult you may choose to have this done at an Oldsmobile dealership Service Department If you do it yourself be sure to follow all the instructions here or you could get a false reading on the dipstick 231 Service amp Appearance Care 232 Automatic Transaxle Fluid Wait at least 30 minutes before checking the transaxle fluid level if you have been driving When outside temperatures are above 90 F 32 C At high speed for quite awhile In heavy traffic especially in hot weather While pulling a trailer To get the right reading the fluid should be at normal aperating temperature which is 180 F to 200 F 82 C to 93 C Get the vehicle wa
112. ear Seat Outside Passenger Positions The positions next to the windows have lap shoulder belts Here s How to Wear One Properly 1 Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you Don t let it get twisted 2 Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks If the belt stops before it reaches the buckle tilt the latch plate and keep pulling until you can buckle it If the belt is not long enough see the Index under Safety Belt Extender Make sure the release button on the buckle faces upward or outward so you would be able to unbuckle it quickly if you ever had to 3 To make the lap part tight pull down on the buckle end of the belt as you pull up on the shoulder part CAUTION The lap part of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips just touching the thighs In a crash this applies force to the strong pelvic banes And you d be less likely to slide under the lap belt If you slid under it the belt would apply force at your abdomen This could cause serious or even fatal injuries The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest These parts of the body are best able to take belt restraining forces The safety belt locks if there s a sudden stop or a crash Smaller Children and Babies Rear Seat Outside Passenger m Children CAUTION Positions conr Everyone in a vehicle needs protection Smaller children and babies To unlatch the belt just push the
113. ed To quickly reduce the volume to a low level press the center of the VOL hutton BASS Adjusts the bass level TREB Treble Adjusts the treble level Press the top of each switch to increase the level or the bottom to decrease the level Press the center of each switch for preset levels Balance Controls Adjusts the left right and tront rear speaker balance to your individual taste When you change either adjustment the bottom of the digital screen will display the point of balance vou have selected For the normal setting preset at the factory press the left and right or top and bottom buttons at the same time 123 Comfort Controls amp Audio Systems 124 AM FM Stereo with Cassette Player and Music Search Radio Controls The band you select will be displayed on the digital screen The frequency of the station will also be displayed and if the station is in stereo the STEREO indicator will also be displayed RCL Recall Press to change between the clock and the radio station frequency display on the digital screen when the radio is on AM Press to select the AM band FM Press to select the FM band SEEK Press to tune in the next station higher on the band SEEK V Press to tune in the next station lower on the band SCAN Press to listen for a few seconds to the next station on the AM or FM band the scan will continue every few seconds until you press SCAN again to
114. ed for use on General Motors vehicles All passenger type P Metric tires must conform to Federal safety requirements in addition these grades Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance The wheels on your vehicle were aligned and balanced carefully at the factory to give you the longest tire life and best overall performance In most cases you will not need to have your wheels aligned again However if you notice unusual tire wear or your vehicle pulling one way or the other the alignment may need to be reset If you notice your vehicle vibrating when driving on a smooth road your wheels may need to be rebalanced Wheel Replacement Replace any wheel that is bent cracked or badly rusted If wheel nuts keep coming loose the wheel wheel bolts and wheel nuts should be replaced If the wheel leaks air out replace it except some aluminum wheels which can sometimes be repaired See your Oldsmobile dealer if any of these conditions exist Your dealer will know the kind of wheel you need Each new wheel should have the same load carrying capacity diameter width offset and be mounted the same way as the one it replaces If you need to replace any of your wheels wheel bolts or wheel nuts replace them only with new GM original equipment parts This way you will be sure to have the right wheel wheel bolts and wheel nuts for your Oldsmobile model 257 Service amp Appearance Care Wheel Replacement
115. eed you want and then release the switch 2 To increase your speed in very small amounts move the switch to R A for less than half a second and then release it Each time you do this vour vehicle will go about 1 mph 1 6 km h faster To Reduce Speed While Using Cruise Control There are two ways to reduce your speed while using cruise control Push in the button at the end of the lever until you reach the lower speed you want then release it To slow down in very small amounts push the button for less than half a second Each time you do this you ll go 1 mph 1 6 km h slower Passing Another Vehicle While Using Cruise Control Use the accelerator pedal to increase your speed When you take your foot off the pedal your vehicle will slow down to the cruise control speed you set earlier Using Cruise Control on Hills How well your cruise control will work on hills depends upon your speed load and the steepness of the hills When going up steep hills you may have to step on the accelerator pedal to maintain your speed When going downhill you may have to brake or shift to a lower gear to keep your speed down Of course applying the brake takes you out of cruise control Many drivers find this to be too much trouble and don t use cruise control on steep 73 Features amp Controls 74 To Get Out of Cruise Control There are two ways to turn off the cruise control Step lightly on the b
116. em Inspect brake lines and hoses for proper hookup binding leaks cracks chafing etc Inspect disc brake pads for wear and rotors for surface condition Inspect other brake parts including calipers parking brake etc Check parking brake adjustment You may need to have vour brakes inspected more often if your driving habits or conditions result in frequent braking NOTE A low brake fluid level can indicate worn disc brake pads which may need to be serviced Also if the brake system warning light stays on or comes on something may be wrong with the brake system See the Index under Brake System Warning Light If your vehicle is equipped with anti lock brakes and the anti lock brake system warning light stays on comes on or flashes something may be wrong with the anti lock brake system See the Index under Anti Lock Brake System Warning Light Section D Recommended Fluids amp Lubricants NOTE Fluids and lubricants identified below by name part number or specification may be obtamed from your GM dealer rw wenn Engine Oil GM Goodwrench Motor Oil or equivalent for API service SG Energy Conserving II oils of the proper viscosity The SG designation may be shown alone or in combination with others such as SG CC SG CD or SF 5G CC etc To determine the preferred viscosity for your vehicle s engine see the Index under Engine Oil A 50 50 mixture of water preferably distilled and good quality ethylene
117. enough to lock your wheels It is better to remove as much speed as Depending on your speed this can be 3 you can from a possible collision Then rather violent for an unprepared driver steer around the problem to the left This is one of the reasons driving right depending on the space availahle experts recommend that you use your attention and a quick decision If you steering wheel are holding the steering wheel at the The fact that such emergency situations recommended 9 and 3 o clock positions are always possible is a good reason to you can turn it a full 180 degrees very practice defensive driving at all times quickly without removing either hand But you have to act fast steer quickly and just as quickly straighten the wheel once you have avoided the object You must then be prepared to steer back to your original lane and then brake to a controlled stop 155 156 Your Driving and the Road Off Road Recovery You may find sometime that your right wheels have dropped off the edge of a road onto the shoulder while you re driving If the level of the shoulder is only slightly below the pavement recovery should be fairly easy Ease off the accelerator and then if there is nothing in the way steer so that your vehicle straddles the edge of the pavement You can turn the steering wheel up to 4 turn until the right front tire contacts the pavement edge Then turn your steering wheel to go straight dow
118. er for your Oldsmobile It appears on a plate in the front corner of the instrument panel on the driver s side You can see it if you look through the windshield from outside your vehicle The VIN also appears on the Vehicle Certification and Service Parts labels and the certificates of title and registration Engine Identification The eighth character in your VIN is the engine code for your GM engine This code will help you identify your engine specifications and replacement parts in this section Service Parts Identification Label You ll find this label on your spare tire cover It s very helpful if you ever need to order parts On this label is Your VIN ts model designation Paint information A list of all production options and special equipment Be sure that this label is not removed from the vehicle Add On Electrical Equipment 269 Service amp Appearance Care 270 Fuses amp Circuit Breakers The wiring circuits in your vehicle are protected from short circuits by combination of fuses circuit breakers and fusible thermal links in the wiring itself This greatly reduces the chance of fires caused by electrical problems Some fuses are located in a fuse block in the glove box as shown above To locate the fuse block lift out the storage bin inside the glove box See the diagram later in this section Another set of fuses is located in the component center under the i
119. estraint Systems Now and then make sure all your belts buckles latch plates retractors anchorages and reminder systems are working properly Look for any loose parts or damage If you see anything that might keep a restraint system from doing its job have it repaired If you ve had a crash do you need new belts After a very minor collision nothing may be necessary But if the belts were stretched as they would be if worn during a more severe crash then you need new belts If you ever see a label on a right front safety belt that says to replace the belt be sure to do so Then it will be there to help protect you in an accident You would see this label on the belt near the door opening If belts are cut or damaged replace them Collision damage also may mean you will have to have safety belt parts like the retractor replaced or anchorage locations repaired even if the helt wasr t being used at the time of the collision Q What s wrong with this A The belt 15 torn CAUTION 43 Notes Here you can learn about the many standard and optional features on your Oldsmobile and information on starting shifting and braking Also explained are the instrument panel and the warning systems that tell you if everything is working properly and what to do if you have a problem Part 2 Features amp Controls Secr amet UP Th BARRE 46 n Ls GE Pag Fe
120. estraint has one 1 Make the belt as long as possible hy tilting the latch plate and pulling it along the belt 2 Put the restraint on the seat Follow the instructions for the child restraint 3 Secure the child in the child restraint as the instructions say 4 Run the vehicle s safety belt through or around the restraint The child restraint instructions will show you how 5 Buckle the belt Make sure the release button faces upward or outward so you ll be able to unbuckle it quickly if you ever need to 6 To tighten the belt pull its free end while you push down on the child restraint 7 Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure If the child restraint isn t secure turn the latch plate over and buckle it again Then see if it is secure If it isn t secure the restraint in a different place in the vehicle and contact the child restraint maker for their advice To remove the child restraint just unbuckle the vehicle s safety belt It will be ready to work for an adult or larger child passenger 35 Seats amp Safety Belts 36 Securing a Child Restraint in the Hdl dee CAUTION Right Front Sea Your dealer can get these and install the To use a child restraint here you will hardware for you It s free The special EMI need special infant child seat belt is GM Part No 12340286 Your hardware in another
121. et the service information GM publishes You will find a list of publications and how to get them in this manual See the Index under Service Publications Section B Qwner Checks amp Services tells you what should be checked whenever you stop for fuel It also explains what you can easily do to help keep your vehicle in good condition Section C Periodic Maintenance Inspections explains important inspections that your Oldsmobile dealer s service department or another qualified service center should perform Section D Recommended Fluids amp Lubricants lists some products GM recommends to help keep your vehicle properly maintained These products or their equivalents should be used whether you do the work yourself or have it done Section Maintenance Record provides a place for you to record the maintenance performed on your vehicle Whenever any maintenance is performed be sure to write it down in this section This will help vou determine when your next maintenance should be done In addition it is good idea to keep your maintenance receipts They may be needed to qualify your vehicle for warranty repairs 289 Maintenance Schedule Section A Scheduled Maintenance Services 290 Using Your Maintenance Schedules This section tells you the maintenance services you should have done and when you should schedule them Your Oldsmobile dealer knows your vehicle best and wants you to be happy with it If you go to
122. eter ANALOG CLUSTER Your odometer shows how far your vehicle has been driven in either miles used in the U S or in kilometers used in Canada Your trip odometer tells how far you have driven since you last reset it To set it to zero press the RESET button located next to the trip odometer on the right side of the instrument panel Your Oldsmobile has a tamper resistant odometer Hf you see silver lines between the numbers vou ll know someone has probably tampered with it and the numbers may not be true You may wonder what happens if your vehicle needs a new odometer installed If the new one can be set to the mileage total of the old odometer then it must be But if it can t then it s set at zero and a label must be put on the driver s door to show the old mileage reading when the new odometer was installed 93 Features amp Controls Tachometer ANALOG CLUSTER The tachometer displays the engine speed in revolutions per minute rpm NOTICE 94 Fuel Gage ihi You have one of the fuel gages shown The fuel gage tells you about how much fuel you have left when the ignition is on When the indicator nears E Empty you still have a little fuel left but you should get more soon Here are three things thal some owners ask about None of these show a problem with your fuel gage At the gas station with your ignition on the gas pump shuts off before the gage reads F Full
123. ewinding FWD Forward Press to advance the tape rapidly The tape will stop at the end or when you press FWD or PROG lightly The radio will play while the tape is advancing PREV Previous Press to repeat selection or passage The tape will rewind and stop either at the first four second quiet spot or when you press PREV again or PROG SEEK Press to advance to the next selection or passage The tape will fast forward and stop either at the first four second quiet spot or when you press SEEK again or PROG REPT Repeat Press to repeat a selection The tape will rewind to the first four second quiet spot or until you press REPT or PROG again EJECT Press to remove the tape 125 Comfort Controls amp Audio Systems 126 AM FM Stereo with Cassette Player and Graphic Equalizer The digital display indicates information on time or radio station frequency the AM or FM radio band whether the station is in stereo and other radio functions POWER Turns the unit on and off when the ignition is on VOL Volume Press the top of the switch to increase the volume Press the bottom of the switch to decrease the volume The volume setting will be displayed To quickly reduce the volume to a low level press the center of the VOL button Equalizer Controls Boost the bass emphasize a voice in a song brighten the treble your equalizer gives you freedom to adjust five separate frequencies
124. f the steering column includes your Turn Signal and Lane Change Indicator Cruise Control Option Windshield Wipers Windshield Washer Headlight High Low Beam Flash to Pass exem ange omes CAUSE wweER D Turn Signal Lane Change Indicator The turn signal has two upward for Right and two downward for Left positions These positions allow vou to signal a turn or a lane change To Signal a Turn Move the lever all the way up or down When the turn is finished the lever will return automatically 69 Features amp Controls 70 Turn Signal and Lane Change Indicator A green arrow on the instrument panel will flash in the direction of the turn or lane change To signal a lane change just raise or lower the lever until the green arrow starts to flash Hold it there until you complete vour lane change The lever will return by itself when you release it As you signal a turn or a lane change if the arrows don t flash but just stay on a signal bulb may be burned out and other drivers won t see your turn signal If a bulb is burned out replace it to help avoid an accident If the green arrows don t go on at all when you signal turn check the fuse see the Index under Fuses amp Circuit Breakers and for burned out bulbs A warning chime will remind you if you have left your turn signal on for more than mile 8 km of driving m Cruise Control
125. fere with FM signals causing the sound to come and go AM The range for most AM stations is preater than tor FM especially at night The longer range however can cause stations to interfere with each other AM can also pick up noise from things like storms and power lines To lower this noise try reducing the treble level 134 Understanding Radio Reception CONT AM Stereo Your Delco system may be able to receive C Quam stereo broadcasts Many AM stations around the country use C Quam to produce stereo though some do not C Quam is a registered trademark of Motorola Inc If your Delco system get C Quam signals your stereo indicator light will come on when you are receiving it Care of Your Cassette Tape Player A tape player that is not cleaned regularly can cause reduced sound quality ruined cassettes or a damaged mechanism Cassette tapes should be stored in their cases away from contaminants direct sunlight and extreme heat If they aren t they may not operate properly or cause failure of the tape player Your tape player should be cleaned regularly each month or after every 15 hours of use If you notice a reduction in sound quality try a known good cassette to see if the tape or the tape player is at fault If this other cassette has no improvement in sound quality clean the tape player Clean your tape player with a wiping action non abrasive cleaning cassette and follow t
126. fety Belt Extender Rose C Replacing Safety Belts After a Crash 2222222221 21 31 41 42 Seats amp Safety Belts m Seats and Seat Controls This section tells you about the seats how to adjust them and also about reclining seatbacks and head restraints Manual Front Seat CAUTION To adjust the seat forward or back lift the handle After it s adjusted release the handle and try to move the seat to be certain it has locked into place Manual Four Way Seat Adjuster OPTION To tilt the whole seat forward or backward squeeze the lever Position the seat where you would like it then release the lever Six Way Power Seat OPTION To Adjust the Six Way Power Seat Front Control A Raise the front of the seat by holding the switch up Hold the switch down to lower the front of the seat Center Control B Move the seat forward or back by holding the control to the front or back Raise or lower the seat by holding the control up or down Rear Control C Raise the rear of the seat by holding the switch up Hold the switch down to lower the rear of the scat 13 Seats amp Safety Belts Four Way Power Articulation Control OPTION The adjustable support control allows you to change the contour of the driver and passenger seats It works independently of the power seat control Adj
127. for your vehicle and you ll be doing your part for cleaner air Many gasolines are now blended with materials called oxygenates General Motors recommends that you use gasolines with these blending materials such as MTBE and ethanol By doing 0 you can help clean the air especially in those parts of the country that have high carbon monoxide levels In addition some gasoline suppliers are now producing reformulated gasolines These gasolines are specially designed to reduce vehicle emissions General Motors recommends that you use reformulated gasoline By doing so you can help clean the air especially in those parts of the country that have high ozone levels You should ask your service station operators if their gasolines contain detergents and oxygenates and if they have been reformulated to reduce vehicle emissions Fuels in Foreign Countries If you plan on driving in another country outside the U S or Canada unleaded fuel may be hard to find Do not use leaded gasoline If you use even one tankful your emission controls won t work well or at all With continuous use spark plugs car get fouled the exhaust system can corrode and your engine oil can deteriorate quickly Your vehicle s oxygen sensor will be damaged All of that means costly repairs that wouldn t be covered by your warranty Filling Your Tank To check on fuel availability ask an The cap is behind a hinged door on the
128. h a BAC level of 0 06 percent three beers in one hour for a 180 pound or 82 kg person has doubled his or her chance of having an accident Ata BAC level of 0 10 percent the chance of that driver having an accident is six times greater at a level of 0 15 percent the chances are twenty five times greater And the body takes about an hour to rid itself of the alcohol in one drink No amount of coffee or number of cold showers will speed that up I ll be careful isn t the right answer What if there s an emergency a need to take sudden action as when a child darts into the street A person with a higher BAC might not be able to react quickly enough to avoid the collision There s something else about drinking and driving that many people don t know Medical research shows that alcohol in a person s system can make crash injuries worse That s especially true for brain spinal cord and heart injuries That means that if anyone who has been drinking driver or passenger is in a crash the chance of being killed or permanently disahled is higher than if that person had not been drinking And we ve already scen that the chance of a crash itself is higher for drinking drivers CAUTION a Control of a Vehicle You have three systems that make your vehicle go where you want it to go They are the brakes the steering and the accelerator All three systems have to do their work at the places where the tires meet the r
129. h and your unit is still locked Steering Wheel Touch Controls for Audio System OPTION Some audio system functions described in the previous pages can also be operated with the Steering Wheel Touch Controls option These touch controls also operate some climate controls See the Index under Steering Wheel Touch Controls for Climate Control PROG Program Press the top of this button to hear stations which you have preset on your radio AM FM Press the bottom of this button to change between AM and FM bands VOL Volume Press the top of the switch to increase volume or the bottom to decrease it Press the middle of the switch to mute the audio system Press any switch to return to your original volume level SEEK Each time you press the top of the amp witch vou will tune in a radio station higher on the AM or FM band each time you press the bottom of the switch you will tune in a radio station lower on the or band With a CD player pressing SEEK will advance the tracks forward or back AUDIO BASS CONTROL Audio Bass Control OPTION You can adjust the volume of bass frequencies from 50 150 hz by sliding this lever from left to right This control will not affect the volume of frequencies higher than 150 hz Understanding Radio Reception FM Stereo FM Stereo will give you the best sound but FM signals will reach only about 10 to 40 miles 16 to 65 km Tall buildings or hills can inter
130. h the pressure cap and neck To help ensure proper operation we recommend a pressure test of both the cooling system and the pressure cap 10 SERVICE Transaxle Service Change both the fluid and filter every 15 000 miles 25 000 km if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90 F 32 C or higher hilly or mountainous terrain When doing frequent trailer towing With some models you shouldn t ever tow a trailer See the Index under Towing a Trailer Uses such as found in taxi police car or delivery service If you do not use your vehicle under any of these conditions change both the fluid and filter every 100 000 miles 160 000 km Spark Plug Replacement Replace spark plugs with the proper type See the Index under Replacement Parts Spark Plug Wire Inspection s Inspect for burns cracks or other damage Check the boot fit at the coils and at the spark plugs Replace wires as needed 297 Maintenance Schedule Section A Scheduled Maintenance Services cont ITEM ITEM NO SERVICE NO 11 Positive Crankcase Ventilation 13 Inspection Inspect system for proper function Replace any worn plugged or collapsed hoses or seals Replace valve only if necessary 12 Exhaust Gas Recirculation EGR System 14 Inspection 3 4L Code X engine only Conduct the EGR system service as described in
131. h transmitters to another vehicle Your Remote Lock Control operates on a radio frequency subject to Federal Communications Commission FCC Rules This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference and 2 This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation 49 Features amp Controls 50 Remote Lock Control Should interference to this system occur try this Check to determine if battery replacement is necessary See the instructions on battery replacement later in this section Check the distance You may be too far from your vehicle This product has a maximum range Check the location Other vehicles or objects may be blocking the signal s See your Oldsmobile dealer or a qualified technician for service Changes or modifications to this system by other than an authorized service facility could void authorization to use this equipment Battery Replacement Under normal use the batteries in your key chain transmitter should last about two years You can tell the batteries are weak if the iransmitter won t work at the normal range in any location If you have to get close to your vehicle before the transmitter works it s probably time to change the batteries To Replace Batteries in the Remote Lock Control
132. he directions provided with It Cassettes are subject to wear and the sound quality may degrade over time Always make sure that the cassette tape is in good condition before you have your tape player serviced Care of Your Compact Discs Handle discs carefully Store them in their original cases or other protective cases and away from direct sunlight and dust If the surface of a disc is soiled dampen a clean soft cloth in a mild neutral detergent solution and clean it wiping from the center to the edge Be sure never to touch the signal surface when handling discs Pick up discs by grasping the outer edges or the edge of the hole and the outer edge Fixed Mast Antenna The fixed mast antenna can withstand most car washes without being damaged If the mast should ever become slightly bent you can straighten it out by hand If the mast is badly bent as it might be by vandals you should replace it Check every once in a while to be sure the mast is still tightened to the fender Power Antenna Mast Care Your power antenna will look its best and work well if it s cleaned from time to time To Clean the Antenna Mast 1 Turn on the ignition and radio to raise the antenna to full mast extension 2 Dampen a clean cloth with mineral spirits or equivalent solvent 3 Wipe the cloth over the mast sections removing any dirt 135 Comfort Controls amp Audio Systems Power Antenna Mast Care conr NOT
133. hicle cannot be towed from the front with sling type equipment That your vehicle has front wheel drive The make model and year of your vehicle Whether you can still move the shift lever If there was an accident what was When the towing service arrives let the tow operator know that this manual contains detailed towing instructions and illustrations The operator may want ta see them IN 193 Problems on the Road 194 Towing Your Oldsmobile cowr CAUTION When your vehicle is being towed have the ignition key off The steering wheel should be clamped in a straight ahead position with a clamping device designed for towing service Do not use the vehicle s steering column lock for this The transaxle should be in N Neutral and the parking brake released Don t have your vehicle towed on the front wheels unless you must If the vehicle must be towed on the front wheels don t go more than 35 mph 56 km h or farther than 50 miles 80 km or your transaxle will be damaged If these limits must be exceeded then the front wheels have to be supported on a dolly Towing from the Front Vehicle Hook up Before hooking up to a tow truck be sure to read all the information on Towing Your Oldsmobile carlier in this section AII Models 1 Attach T hook chains into the side slots in the cradle in front of the wheels on both sides 4 Door except I Series 2 Position 4
134. high beams or a vehicle with misaimed headlights slow down a little Avoid staring directly into the approaching lights If there is a line of opposing traffic make occasional glances over the line of headlights to make certain that one of the vehicles isn t starting to move into your lane Once you are past the bright lights give your eyes time to readjust before resuming speed High Beams If the vehicle approaching you has its high beams on signal by flicking yours to high and then back to low beam This is the usual signal to lower the headlight beams If the other driver still doesn t lower the beams resist the temptation to put your high beams on This only makes two half blinded drivers On a freeway use your high beams only in remote areas where you won t impair approaching drivers In some places like cities using high beams is illegal When you follow another vehicle on a freeway or highway use low beams True most vehicles now have day night mirrors that enable the driver to reduce glare But outside mirrors are not of this type and high beams from behind can bother the driver ahead A Few More Night Driving Suggestions Keep your windshield and all the glass on your vehicle clean inside and out Glare at night is made much worse by dirt on the glass Even the inside of the glass can build up a film caused by dust Tobacco smoke also makes inside glass surfaces very filmy and can be a vision haza
135. ht Retractable Temperature Warning Light 95 Traffic Lights 142 Unleaded Gasoline T EE DU T LT 51 Trailer Towing nasse 176 Upholstery DA Thermostat seems 220 Driving witha 181 Urban DUBIE Tilt Steering Wheel suesesnsu4 08 Maintenance 183 Time Setting the 118 Parkingon Hills 183 V Tires kleinsten REBEL DEDRER ED ehicle Identification Number Buying New isses 295 Tum Signals 182 VIN OMEN ONES Chains 212 258 Transaxle Automatic Vehicle Loading i Flat Changing seen 209 see Automatic Transaxle Vehicle Inflation m user 293 Transmission Automatic Ventilation aerem Inspection amp R Rotation 254 see Automatic T Loading Trip Odometer senis 92 93 Visor Vanity Mirrors paces nes E Pressure emere MERI user Lees E Quality Grading rH rdi 256 Trunk Remoie Release A T EEE 53 Spare Compact 211 Turn Signal Indicator 69 W Wear Indicators PAIS 255 Turn SNAM HAN ERE Beam Lever 69 FF aming Flashers Hazard Wheel Alignment amp Tire Cruise Cont
136. icle to get hy As you go over the top of a hill be alert There could he something in your lane like a stalled car or an accident You may see highway signs on mountains that warn of special problems Examples are long grades passing or no passing zones falling rocks area or winding roads Be alert to these and take appropriate action Winter driving can present special problems See the Index under Winter Driving Parking on Hills Hills and mountains mean spectacular scenery But please be careful where you stop if you decide to look at the view or take pictures Look for pull offs or parking areas provided for scenic viewing Another part of this manual tells how to use your parking hrake see the Index under Parking Brake But on a mountain or steep hill vou can do one more thing You can turn your front wheels to keep your vehicle from rolling downhill or out into traffic Here s how Parking Downhill Turn your wheels to the right You don t have to jam your tires against the curh if there is a curb A gentle contact is all you need 171 Your Driving and the Road Parking on Hills Parking Uphill If you re going uphill on a one way If there is no curb when you re parking If there is a curb turn your wheels to street and you re parking on the left uphill turn the wheels to the right the left if the curb is at the right side of side your wheels should poin
137. ilering it s a good idea to review these sections before you start your trip Check periodically to see that all hitch nuts and bolts are tight 183 Notes 184 Here you ll find what to do about some problems that can occur on the road Part 5 Problems on the Road Hazard Warning Flashers 2o 188 Towing Your Oldsmobile ser pra tet gore EIEE AA AEREE REELE EET RECTE HEURES 193 Engine Overheating 197 204 a Pat TIE Jani viene ene avid LG 205 Compact Spare Tire mE If You re Stuck In Sand Mud Tee or Snow 187 Problems on the Road Hazard Warning Flashers Your hazard warning flashers let you Slide the switch up to make your front To turn off the flashers slide the switch warn others They also let police know and rear turn signal lights flash on and down you have a problem Your front and rear otf turn signal lights will flash on and off When the hazard warning flashers are Your hazard warning flashers work no on your turn signals won t work matter what position your key is in and ven if the key isn t in 7 Other Warning Devices If you carry reflective triangles you can set one up at the side of the road about 300 feet 100 m behind your vehicle 188 Jump Starting If your battery has run down you may want to use another vehicle and some jumper ca
138. ill receive the PSP s in periodic mailings shortly after they come out A subscription costs 100 U S and includes a special binder and it entitles you to all PSP s published by Oldsmobile during the model year You can purchase a subscription by sending a check or money order to Lansing Lithographers P O Box 25188 Lansing Michigan 48909 along with the order form located in the following text You may get additional subscription ordering forms by calling the toll free number shown in the following text Prices subject to change Individual PSP s If you don t want to buy all the PSP s issued by Oldsmobile for all models in the model year you can buy individual PSP s such as those which may pertain to a particular model To do this vou will first need to see our index of PSP s It provides a variety of information Here s what you ll find in the index and how you can get one What You ll Find in the Index A list of all PSP s published by Oldsmobile in a model year 1989 or later PSP s covering all models of Oldsmobile vehicles are listed in the same index Ordering information so you can buy the specific PSP s you may want Price information for the PSP s you may want to buy 217 Customer Assistance Information How You Can Get an Index Indexes are published periodically Most of the PSP s which could potentially apply to the most recent Oldsmobile models will be listed in the most recent p
139. in the Run position the gage shows your battery s state ol charge Brake System Warning Light Your Oldsmobile s hydraulic brake system is divided into two parts If one part isn t working the other part can still work and stop you For good braking though you need both parts working well If the warning light goes on there could be a brake problem Have your hrake system inspected right away This light should come on as you start the vehicle f it doesn t come on then have it fixed so it will be ready to warn you if there s a problem This light will also come on when you set your parking brake and will stay on If your parking brake doesn t release fully If it stays on after your parking CAUTION brake is fully released it means you have a hrake problem If the light comes on while driving pull off the road and stop carefully You may notice that the pedal is harder to push Or the pedal may go closer to the floor It m y take longer to stop If the light is still on have the vehicle towed for service See the Index under Towing Your Oldsmobile Anti Lock Brake System Warning Light OPTION With anti lock this light will go on when you start your engine and it will stay on for three seconds That s normal If the light doesn t come on have it fixed so it will be ready to warn you if there is a problem If the light stays on or comes on when you re driving stop as soon as possible and tu
140. indrops dimple the water s surface there could be hydroplaning Hydroplaning usually happens at higher speeds There just isn t a hard and fast rule about hydroplaning The best advice is to slow down when it is raining and be careful Some Other Rainy Weather Tips Turn on your headlights not just your parking lights to help make you more visible to others Look for hard to see vehicles coming from behind You may want to use your headlights even in daytime if its raining hard Besides slowing down allow some extra following distance And be especially careful when you pass another vehicle Allow yourself more clear room ahead and be prepared to have your view restricted by road spray If the road spray is so heavy you are actually blinded drop back Don t pass until conditions improve Going more slowly is better than having an accident Use your defogger if it helps Have good tires with proper tread depth See the Index under Tires 163 Your Driving and the Road E Driving in Fog Mist and Haze Fog can occur with high humidity or heavy frost It can be so mild that you can see through it for several hundred feet meters Or it might be so thick that you can see only a few feet meters ahead It may come suddenly ta an otherwise clear road And it can be a major hazard When you drive into a fog patch your visibility will be reduced quickly The biggest dangers are striking the vehicle
141. ing your vehicle This setting recirculates much of the air inside your vehicle and it should not be used for long periods because the air may become too cold and dry This setting is not recommended if an occupant is smoking NORM Use for normal cooling on hot days This setting brings in outside air cools it and directs tt through the instrument panel outlets BI LEV Bi Level Use on cool but sunny days This setting brings in the outside air hut directs it in two ways The cool air is directed to the upper portion of your body through the instrument panel outlets but most warmed air is directed through the heater ducts and a little to the defrost and side window vents At times this temperature difference may be more apparent than others Heating and Ventilation When you don t need to cool the outside air use these next settings You can leave the air as it is or heat it The air conditioner compressor doesn t run in these settings This reduces the engine load resulting in improved fuel economy gas mileage VENT For mild outside temperatures when little heating or cooling is needed push VENT Air flow is through the instrument panel outlets Slide the temperature control lever to a comfortable level HEAT When outside temperatures are cold push HEAT Slide the temper ature control lever to a comfortable level Far maximum heating slide it all the way to the right This setting will send most
142. is going 10 mph 16 km h so is the child 2 When the bike hits the block it stops But the child keeps going 3 Take the simplest car Suppose it s just a seat on wheels 5 Get it up to speed Then stop the 6 The person keeps going until car The rider doesn t stop stopped by something In a real vehicle it could be the windshield 4 Put someone on it With safety belts vou slow down as the vehicle does You get more time to stop You stop over more distance and your strongest bones take the forces That s why safety helts make such good sense 7 or the instrument panel 8 or the safety belts Seats amp Safety Belts 20 Here Are Questions Many People Ask About Safety Belts and the Answers Q Won t I be trapped in the vehicle after an accident if I m wearing a safety belt A You could be whether you re wearing a safety belt or not But you can easily unbuckle a safety belt even if you re upside down And your chance of being conscious during and after an accident so you can unbuckle and get out is much greater if you are belted Q Why don t they just put in air bags so people won t have to wear safety belts Air bags or Supplemental Inflatable Restraint systems are in some vehicles today and will be in more of them in the future But they are supplemental systems only so they work with safety belts not instead of them Every air
143. isc player the radio will play Press again to play the disc the player will start playing the disc where it was stopped earlier EJCT Eject Press to eject the disc the radio will play CD Player Anti Theft Feature Delco LOC II is a security feature that can be used or ignored If you ignore it your system will play normally If you use it your system cannot be turned on if it is stolen These instructions will tell you how to enter a secret code into your system Then if battery power is lost for any reason the secret code must be entered again before the system can be turned on Set 1 Write down any six digit number and keep it in a safe place This is your secret code 2 Turn the ignition to Accessory or Run 3 Press the POWER button to turn the radio off 4 Press the PREV and FF buttons at the same time and hold until shows on the display You now have only 15 seconds between each of the following steps 5 Press SET and 000 appears on the display 6 Press and hold SEEK until the first digit of your code appears 7 Press and hold SCAN until the second and third digits of your code appear 8 Press AM FM 000 appears 8 Press and hold SEEK until the fourth digit of your code appears 10 Press and hold SCAN until the fifth and sixth digits of your code appear 11 Press AM EM rEP will appear for five seconds then 000 12 Repeat steps 6 through 10 Then press the AM
144. it 12 Remove all the wheel nuts and take off the flat tire CAUTION AN Rust or dirt on the wheel or on the parts to which it is fastened can make the wheel nuts become loose after a time The wheel could come off and cause an accident When you change a wheel remove any rust or dirt from the places where the wheel attaches to the vehicle In an emergency you can use a cloth or a paper towel to do this but be sure to use a scraper or wire brush later if you need to to get all the rust or dirt off 13 Remove any rust or dirt from the wheel bolts mounting surfaces or spare wheel Place the spare on the wheel mounting surface CAUTION ZN Never use oil or grease an studs or nuts If vou do the nuts might come loose Your wheel could fall aff causing a serious accident 209 14 Replace the wheel nuts with the 15 Lower the vehicle by rotating the 16 Tighten the wheel nuts firmly in a rounded end of the nuts toward the wheel wrench counterclockwise criss cross sequence as shown wheel Tighten each nut hy hand Lower the jack completely Don t try to put a wheel cover on your until the wheel is held against the compact spare tire It won t fit Store hub the wheel cover in the trunk until you have the flat tire repaired or replaced NOTICE 210 CAUTION 17 Store the flat tire as far forward in the trunk as possible Store the jack and wheel wrench in their compartment in the
145. it Out First turn your steering wheel left and right That will clear the area around a your front wheels Then shift back and forth between R Reverse and a forward gear spinning the wheels as little as possible Release the accelerator pedal while you shift and press lightly on the accelerator pedal when the transaxle is in gear If that doesn t get yau out after a few tries you may need to be towed out If vou do need to be towed out see the Index under Towing Your Oldsmobile XE 213 Notes 216 L ota Here you will find information about the care of your Oldsmobile This part begins with service and fuel information and then it shows how to check important fluid and lubricant levels There is also technical information about your vehicle and a section devoted to its appearance care Part 6 Service amp Appearance Care Engine 4 Air Cleaner Tiare EAM Engine eare CH eres eH EHE TREE HARE RH ri Uere HEC EIER EE Mamas Windshield Washer ES eee TOUR TI ry eRe TY A o dE i P eee E EENIA ASABA EEEO EEE ENEEIER Bulb Replacement Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement nnn i Loading Your Vehicle Appearance Cue ier Gr NDS MEE MUS NIRE T erst estas eeu Vehicle Identification Number VIN
146. it with solvent type cleaner 261 Service amp Appearance Care Cleaning Vinyl or Leather Just use warm water and a clean clath Rub with a clean damp cloth to remove dirt You may have to do it more than once Things like tar asphalt and shoe palish will stain 1f you don t get them off quickly Use a clean cloth and solvent type vinyl leather cleaner Cleaning the Top of the Instrument Panel Use only mild saap and water to clean the top surfaces of the instrument panel Sprays containing silicones or waxes may cause annoying reflections in the windshield and even make it difficult to see through the windshield under certain conditions Care of Safety Belts Keep belts clean and dry CAUTION Glass Glass should be cleaned often GM Glass Cleaner GM Part No 1050427 or a liquid household glass cleaner will remove normal tobacco smoke and dust films Don t use abrasive cleaners on glass because they may cause scratches Avoid placing decals on the inside rear window since they may have to be scraped off later If abrasive cleaners are used on the inside of the rear window an electric defogger element may be damaged Any temporary license should not he attached across the defogger grid ar aon Inside Center High Mounted Stoplight 2 D00R MODELS 4 Pull the bulb out to replace Push ina For the type of bulb see the Index new bulb under Replacement Bulbs 5 Clip the bu
147. jured To be sure your vehicle won t move when you re on fairly level ground always set your parking brake and move the shift lever to P Park See the Index under Shifting Into P Park U you are parking on a hill or if you re pulling a trailer also see the Index under Parking on Hills or Towing a Trailer 60 Reverse R Reverse Use this gear to back up To rock your vehicle back and forth to get out of snow ice or sand without damaging your transaxle see the Index NOTICE l under Jf You re Stuck In Sand Mud Shifting to R Reverse while your Ice or Snow vehicle is moving forward could damage your transaxle Shift to R only after your vehicle is stopped Neutral Neutral In this position your engine doesn t connect with the wheels To restart when you re already moving use N Meutral only Also use N Neutral when your vehicle is being towed CAUTION Shifting out of P Park or N Neutral while your engine is racing running at high speed is dangerous Unless your foot is firmly on the brake pedal your vehicle could move very rapidly You could lose control and hit people or objects Don t shilt out of P Park or Neutral while your engine is racing NOTICE Damage to your transaxle caused by shifting out of P Park or N Neutral with the engine racing isn t covered by your warranty D Automatic Overdrive If your automatic transaxle has Auto
148. l Odometer uuu Capacity 7p E T Thickness Used Oil When to Change riena Oil Warning Light Operation of Lights Outside Rearview Mirrors Overdrive Automatic Overheated Engine Warning Light Owner Checks amp Services Pus Chemical Finish Care Finish DAME Park Shifting Into Column Shi stessi Console Shift Parking On Hills Over Things That Burn ce With the Engine Runnine Parking Brake Passenger Belts see Safety Belts Passing Polishing and Waxing see Appearance Care ii Ol Overheated Engine Coolant la 299 58 268 265 B5 67 a 63 Power Antenna 135 Power Door Locks eene 48 Power Mirrors 82 Power Seat Controls 13 Power Steering 1 REI 153 Power Steering Fluid 237 279 Power 88 Power Window Lockout Control EE Pregnancy Use of Safety Belts DOR Problems on the Road n 187 Publications see Service Publications Pulse Windshield Wipers Overheating see Oberheated Engine Radiator Pressure Cap 256 Radio see Audio Span Rain Driving in the 161 Reading Lights 79 Rear
149. l moves a little while this is going on A brief mechanical noise is normal This is the ABS system testing itself You also may hear a clicking noise as you accelerate after a hard stop Disc Brake Wear Indicators Your Oldsmobile has four wheel disc brakes Disc brake pads have built in wear indicators that make a high pitched warning sound when the brake pads are worn and new pads are needed The sound may come and go or be heard all the time your vehicle is moving except when you are pushing on the brake pedal firmly CAUTION The brake wear warning sound means that sooner or later your brakes won t work well That could lead to an accident When you hear the brake wear warning sound have your vehicle serviced Your Driving and the Road 152 Disc Brake Wear Indicators Brake Pedal Travel Brake Adjustment CONT See your dealer if the brake pedal does Every time you make a moderate brake not return to normal height or if there stop your disc brakes adjust for wear If NOTICE is a rapid increase in pedal travel This you rarely make a moderate or heavier could be a sign of brake trouble stop then your brakes might not adjust correctly If you drive in that way then very carefully make a few moderate brake stops ahout every 1 000 miles 1 600 km so your hrakes will adjust properly Some driving conditions or climates may cause brake squeal when the brakes
150. lb carrier back into place If you would like to clean the inside 6 To remove the stoplight lens to clean surface of the rear window or need to the window remove the two nuts on replace a bulb you can remove the either side of the housing d stoplight housing by following these 7 Replace the cover steps 1 Remove the two Phillips head screws from the cover 2 Remove the cover 3 Unclip the bulb carrier 263 Service amp Appearance Care 264 Inside Center High Mounted _ Stoplight 4 MODELS 5 Press the bulb socket back into the For the type of bulb see the Index housing under Replacement Bulbs 6 Remove the lens to clean the window If you would like to clean the inside by pressing in on the ends of the lens surface of the rear window or need to 7 Replace the cover replace a bulb you can remove the stoplight housing by following these steps 1 Remove the two Phillips head screws from the cover 2 Pull down the cover 3 Unclip the bulb socket from the housing 4 Pull the bulb out to replace Push in a new bulb Cleaning the Outside of the Windshield and Wiper Blades If the windshield is not clear after using the windshield washer or if the wiper blade chatters when running wax or other material may be on the blade or windshield Clean the outside of the windshield with GM Windshield Cleaner Bon Ami Powder GM Part No 1050011 The windshield is clean if beads
151. le at Oldsmobile dealerships in Canada You ll be using the lap shoulder belt See the earlier section about the top strap if the child restraint has one 1 Put the restraint on the seat Follow the instructions for the child restraint 2 Secure the child in the child restraint as the instructions say 3 Pull out the vehicle s safety belt and run the lap part through or around the restraint The child restraint instructions will show you how Tilt the latch plate to adjust the belt if needed See if the shoulder belt would go in front of the child s face or neck If so put it behind the child restraint 4 Buckle the belt Make sure the release button faces upward or outward so you ll be able to unbuckle it quickly if you ever need ta 5 To tighten the belt pull up on the shoulder belt while you push down on the child restraint 33 34 Securing a Child Restraint in Rear Outside Position B Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is Secure To remove the child restraint just unbuckle the vehicle s safety belt and let it go back all the way The safety belt will move freely again and be ready to work for an adult or larger child passenger ecuring a Child Restraint in a Center Seat Position When you secure a child restraint in center seating position you ll be using the lap helt See the earlier section about the top strap if the child r
152. le the rear window defogger is operating The rear window defogger will turn off automatically after about 10 minutes of use If you turn it on again the defogger will operate for about five minutes only You can also turn the defogger off by turning off the ignition or pressing the DEFOG switch again Do not attach a temporary vehicle license across the defogger grid on the rear window NOTICE Don t use a razor blade or something else sharp on the inside of the rear window If you do you could cut or damage the warming grid and the repairs wouldn t be covered hy your warranty Flow Through Ventilation System Your Oldsmobile s flow through ventilation system supplies outside air into the vehicle when it is moving Outside air will also enter the vehicle when the heater or the air conditioning fan is running Ventilation Tips Keep the hood and front air inlet free of ice snow or any other obstruction such as leaves The heater and defroster will work far better reducing the chance of fogging the inside of your windows When you enter a vehicle in cold weather set the blower fan to the highest setting for a few moments before driving off This helps clear the intake ducts of snow and moisture and reduces the chance of fogging the inside of your windows Keep the air path under the front seats clear of objects This helps air to circulate throughout your vehicle 117 Comfort Controls am
153. liquids in it can catch fire You or others could be badly burned Stop your engine if it overheats and get out of the vehicle until the engine is cool 197 Problems on the Road 198 Engine Overheating cowr If No Steam is Coming from Your Engine If you get the overheat warning but see or hear n steam the problem may not be too serious Sometimes the engine can get a little too hot when you Climb a long hill on a hot day Stop after high speed driving dle for long periods in traffic Tow a trailer If you get the overheat warning with no sign of steam try this for a minute or so 1 Turn off your air conditioner 2 Turn on your heater to full hot at the highest fan speed and open the window as necessary 3 Try to keep your engine under load in a drive gear where the engine runs slower If you no longer have the overheat warning you can drive Just to be safe drive slower for about ten minutes H the warning doesn t come back on you cari drive normally If the warning continues pull over stop and park your vehicle right away If there s still no sign of steam you can idle the engine for two or three minutes while you re parked to see if the warning stops But then if you still have the warning TURN OFF THE ENGINE AND GET EVERYONE OUT OF THE VEHICLE until it cools down You may decide not to lift the hood but to get service help right away CAUTION c
154. ll free at 1 800 424 9393 or 366 0123 in the Washington D C area or write to NHTSA U S Department of Transportation Washington D C 20590 You can also obtain other information about motor vehicle safety from the Hotline Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government If you live in Canada and you believe that your vehicle has a safety defect you should immediately notify Transport Canada in addition to notifying General Motors of Canada Limited You may write 10 Transport Canada Box B880 Ottawa Ontario 3 2 Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors In addition to notifying NHTSA ar Transport Canada in a situation like this we certainly hope you ll notify us Please call us at 1 800 442 6537 or write Oldsmobile Customer Assistance Network P O Box 30095 Lansing Michigan 48909 In Canada please call us at 1 800 263 3777 English or 1 800 263 7854 French Or write General Motors of Canada Limited Customer Assistance Center 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa Ontario 8P7 Assistance Program Features amp Benefits The Oldsmobile Roadside Assistance program means help is just a toll free call away 24 hours a day 565 days a year Courteous and capable Customer Assistance Advisors are on call to provide you with prompt assistance 24 Hour Oldsmobile Roadside Assistance Number 1 800 535 OLDS 6537 is the one number to call for assistance in the United States Trai
155. losest to the top of your ears This position reduces the chance of a neck injury in crash The lap belt can t do its job either In a crash the belt could go up over your abdomen The belt forces would be there not at your pelvic bones This could cause serious internal injuries For proper protection when the vehicle is in motion have the seatback upright Then sit well back in the seat and wear your safety belt properly Seats amp Safety Belts 16 Seatback Latches In 2 door Oldsmobiles the front seat folds forward to let people get into the back seat Your seatback will move back and forth freely unless you come to a sudden stop Then it will lock in place There s one time the seatback may not fold without some help from you That s if your vehicle is parked facing down a fairly steep hill To fold a seatback forward push the seatback toward the rear as you lift this latch Then the seatback will fold forward The latch must be down for the seat to work properly OPTION Safety Belts They re For Everyone up This part of the manual tells you how to Split Fold Down Rear Seat use safety belts properly It also tells you some things you should not do with To Open Pull forward on the seat tab safety belts To Close Push the seatback up to its original position CAUTION Check latch resistance regularly by 79 zu pulling on the seat tab If the seatback quibui ay ea
156. m are to be performed after 48 000 miles at the same intervals i AMNES ILLAE NUM With some models you shouldn t ever tow trailer See the Index under Towing a Trailer 293 Maintenance Schedule Section A Scheduled Maintenance Services cont Schedule I 4 TO BE SERVICED WHEN TO PERFORM Follow Schedule Il ONLY if none of TEM c riori of Scheduled Maintenance Miles kilometers ar Months the driving conditions specified in Senices following Schedules and whichever occurs first Every 7 500 Miles 12 500 km ar 12 Months At 7 500 Miles 12500 km and then every 15000 ETRE Services following Schedules T and EXIIT n aea bec lies aise dom EUREN UII Rae An Emission Control Service The 7 5 Environmental Protection Agency has determined that the failure to perform this maintenance item will not nullify the emission warranty or limit recall Hability prior to the completion of vehicle useful life General Motors urges that all recommended maintenmce services be performed at the indicated Intereals and the maintenance be reconied in Section E Maintenance Record 294 The services shown in this schedule up to 45 000 miles 75 000 km are to be intervals 295 Maintena
157. matic Overdrive this position is for normal driving If you need more power for passing and you re Going less than 35 mph 56 km h push your accelerator pedal about halfway down Going about 35 mph 56 km h or more push the accelerator all the way down You ll shift down to the next gear and have more power This NOTICE applies only if you have an automatic Overdrive transaxle If your vehicle is so equipped and if it seems to start up rather slowly or if 1t seems not to shift gears as you go faster something may be wrong with a transaxle system sensor If you drive very far that way your vehicle can be damaged 5o if this happens have your vehicle serviced right away Until then you can use 2 Second Gear when you are driving less than 35 mph 56 km h and D Overdrive for higher speeds Features amp Controls 62 Forward Gears CONT D Third Gear If your automatic transaxle does not have Overdrive this position is for normal driving at all speeds in most street and highway situations f your automatic transaxle has Overdrive D is like D but you never go into Overdrive Here are some times you might choose D instead of D When driving on hilly winding roads When towing a trailer so there is less shifting between gears When going down a steep hill 2 Second Gear This position gives you more power but lower fuel economy You can use 2 on hills
158. most important thing ta know is this let your engine do some of the slowing down Don t make your brakes do it all Shift to a lawer gear when you go down a steep or long hill That way you will slow down without excessive use of your brakes CAUTION you don t shift down your brakes could get so hot that they wouldn t work well You would then have poor braking or even none going down a hill You could crash Shift down to let your engine assist your brakes on a steep downhill slope CAUTION Coasting downhill in IN Neutral or with the ignition aff is dangerous Your brakes will have to do all the work of slowing down They could get sa hot that they wouldn t work well You could crash Always have your engine running and your vehicle in gear when you go downhill Know how to go uphill You may want to shift down to a lower gear The lower gears help cool your engine and transaxle and you can climb the hill better s Stay in your own lane when driving on two lane roads in hills or mountains Don t swing wide or cut across the center of the road Drive at speeds that let you stay in your own lane That way you won t be surprised by a vehicle coming toward you in the same lane It takes longer to pass another vehicle when you re going uphill You ll want to leave extra room to pass If a vehicle is passing you and doesn t have enough room slow down to make it easier for the other veh
159. n the roadway If the shoulder appears to be about four inches 100 mm or more below the pavement this difference can cause problems If there is not enough room to pull entirely onto the shoulder and stop then follow the same procedures But if the right front tire scrubs against the side of the pavement do not steer more sharply With too much steering angle the vehicle may jump back onto the road with so much steering input that it crosses over into the oncoming traffic before you can bring it back under control Instead ease off again on the accelerator and steering input straddle the pavement once more then try again Passing The driver of a vehicle about to pass another on a two lane highway waits for just the right moment accelerates moves around the vehicle ahead then goes back into the right lane again A simple maneuver Not necessarily Passing another vehicle on a two lane highway is a potentially dangerous move since the passing vehicle occupies the same lane as oncoming traffic for several seconds A miscalculation an error in judgment or a brief surrender to frustration or anger can suddenly put the passing driver face to face with the worst of all traffic accidents the head on collision So here are some tips for passing Drive ahead Look down the road to the sides and to crossroads for situations that might affect your passing patterns If you have any doubt whatsoever abou
160. n the cap labeled WASHER FLUID ONLY Add washer fluid until the bottle is full 237 Service amp Appearance Care 238 Windshield Washer Fluid cowr Your brake master cylinder is here It is filled with DOT 3 brake fluid Your vehicle is equipped with either Standard Power Brakes or the Anti Lock Brake System There are only two reasons why the hrake fluid level in your master cylinder might go down The first is that the brake fluid goes down to an acceptable level during normal brake lining wear When new linings arc put in the fluid level goes back up The other reason is that fluid is leaking out of the brake system If it is you should have your brake system fixed since a leak means that sooner or later your brakes won t work well or won t work at all So it isn t a good idea to top your brake fluid Adding brake fluid won t correct a leak If you add fluid when your linings are worn then you ll have too much fluid when you get new brake linings You should add or remove brake fluid as necessary only when work is done on the brake hydraulic system CAUTION 2 When your brake fluid falls to a low level your brake warning light will come on See the Index under Brake System Warning Light What to Add When you do need brake fluid use only DOT 3 brake fluid such as Delco Supreme 11 GM Part No 1052535 Use new brake fluid from a sealed container only
161. nals Flasher Computer Center 14 Not Used 15 10 ABS Control Module 16 Not Used 17 Not Used 18 20 Blower Motor SOL Box 271 Service amp Appearance Care Fuse Rating Circuitry AMP 1 Defogger Timer Relay 2 Air Conditioner Blower Relay HI 3 Air Conditioner Blower Relay LO 4 30 Rear Defogger Circuit Breaker 2 30 Power Accessories Circuit Breaker 6 30 Power Windows and Sunroof Circuit Breaker 7 20 Headlight Circuit Breaker 8 Not Used 9 Chime Module 10 Hazard Flasher 272 Passenger Side Underhood Electrical Center Fuse Rating AMP 1 2 15 3 40 4 5 6 7 10 8 10 10 15 11 10 Circuitry Not Used Trunk Release Auto ECM Fuel Pump Not Used Not Used Not Used Direct Ignition System Fuel Injectors Not Used A C Coil Secondary Cooling Fan Generator Digital EGR Purge Canister TCC Primary Cooling Fan 3 1L Relay Rating Circuitry 12 Fuel Pump 13 AIR Pump 3 4L 14 Secondary Cooling Fan 15 Primary Cooling Fan 16 A C Clutch Coil Fusible Elements 17 60 Starter Solenoid 18 30 Cooling Fan 3 1L 60 Cooling Fan 3 4L 19 60 Blower Motor 20 60 Cooling Fan 21 30 Fuse Block 273 Service amp Appearance Care Driver Side Underhood Electrical Center Fuse Rating Circuitry AMP 1 Not Used 2 Not Used 3 60 ABS Controller 4 50 Exterior Lights 5 15 Horn 6 5 ABS Control Module 7 Not Used 8 Not Used 9 Not Used 10 15 Fog Lights 11 N
162. nce Schedule Section A Scheduled Maintenance Services cont 296 Explanation of Scheduled Maintenance Services Below are explanations of the services listed in Schedule and Schedule II ITEM NO SERVICE 1 Engine Oil and Filter Change Always use 5G Energy Conserving oils for proper viscosity The SG designation may be shown alone or in combination with others such as G CC SG CD or SF SG CC etc To determine the preferred viscosity for your vehicle s engine e g SAE 5W 30 or SAE 10W 30 see the Index under Engine Oil Chassis Lubrication Lubricate the transaxle shift linkage parking brake cable guides underbody contact points and linkage Lubricate the front and rear suspension and steering linkage The proper fluids and lubricants to use are listed in Section D Make sure whoever services your vehicle uses these All parts should be replaced and all necessary repairs done before you or anyone else drives the vehicle ITEM NO 3 SERVICE Throttle Body Mounting Bolt Torque 3 1L Code T or M engines only Check the torque of the mounting bolts and or nuts Tire and Wheel Rotation and Inspection For proper wear and maximum tire life rotate your tires following the instructions in this manual See the Index under Tires Inspection amp Rotation Check the tires for uneven wear or damage If you see irregular or premature wear check the wheel alignment Check for damaged wheels als
163. nce needs vary You may even need more frequent checks and replacements than you will find in the schedules in this part So please read this part and note how you drive If you have any questions on how to keep your vehicle in good condition see vour Oldsmobile dealer the place many GM owners choose to have their maintenance work done Your dealer can be relied upon to use proper parts and practices Your Vehicle and the Environment Proper vehicle maintenance not only helps to keep your vehicle in goad working condition but also helps the environment All recommended maintenance procedures are important Improper vehicle maintenance or the removal of important components can significantly affect the quality af the air we breathe Improper fluid levels or even the wrong tire inflation can increase the level of emissions from your vehicle To help protect our environment and to help keep your vehicle in good condition please maintain your vehicle properly How This Part is Organized The remainder of this part is divided into five sections Section A Scheduled Maintenance Services shows what to have done and how often Some of these services can be complex so unless you are technically qualified and have the necessary equipment you should let your dealer s service department or another qualified service center do these jobs CAUTION A l you are skilled enough to do some work on your vehicle you will probably want to g
164. nd five FM you want 2 Press SET The SET indicator will appear on the digital screen for five seconds 3 While the SET indicator is displayed press one of the five pushbuttons 4 Repeat steps 1 3 for each of five AM and five FM stations 1 Tune the digital display to the station 127 Comfort Controls amp Audio Systems 128 AM FM Stereo with Cassette Player and Graphic Equalizer CONT Tape Player Your tape player sets itself automatically for tape bias This audio system has automatic X Dolby B to reduce background noise on Dolby encoded tapes Dolby Noise Reduction is manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation Dolby and the symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation Press POWER to turn the radio on Then push a cassette into the cassette entry door the tape side goes in first Using tapes that are longer than 90 minutes 45 minutes on each side is not recommended FWD Fast Forward Press to advance the tape rapidly press again to play The radio plays while a tape is fast forwarding REV Reverse Press to reverse the tape rapidly press again to play tape The radio plays while a tape is rewinding SEEK Press to advance the tape to the beginning of the next selection REPT Repeat Press to rewind the tape to the heginning of a selection PROG Program Press to change the side of tap
165. ne is cold the coolant level should be bebween the COLD and HOT marks or a little higher When your engine is warm the level should be up to HOT or a little higher CAUTION If this light comes on it means you re low on engine coolant To Add Coolant If you need more coolant add the proper mix at the coolant recovery tank 235 Service amp Appearance Care Adding Coolant cowr Radiator Pressure Cap Thermostat Add coolant mix at the recovery tank but be careful not to spill it NOTICE CAUTION Engine coolant temperature is controlled by a thermostat in the engine coolant system The thermostat stops the flow of coolant through the radiator until the coolant reaches a preset temperature When you replace your thermostat an AC thermostat is recommended When you replace your radiator pressure cap an AC cap is recommended 236 Power Steering Fluid How to Check Power Steering Fluid Unscrew the cap and wipe the dipstick with a clean rag Replace the cap and completely tighten it Then remove the cap again and look at the fluid level on the dipstick When the engine compartment is hot the level should be at the H mark When the engine compartment is coal the level should be at the C mark What to Add Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of fluid to use See the Index under Fluids amp Lubricants Windshield Washer Fluid To Add Ope
166. ned Customer Assistance Advisors on call to render assistance to Oldsmobile drivers can dispatch roadside assistance and towing service locate the nearest Oldsmobile dealership take your request for an Oldsmobile computerized trip routing or simply answer any questions the Oldsmobile driver may have about the coverage provided by your Oldsmobile Roadside Assistance Program The Oldsmobile Roadside Assistance number is fully staffed and operational 24 hours a day 365 days a year Who Is Covered Oldsmobile Roadside Assistance covers all 1993 Oldsmobile vehicles Coverage is for the Oldsmobile vehicle regardless of the driver and is concurrent with the Bumper to Bumper Plus warranty period Oldsmobile reserves the right to limit services or reimbursement to an owner or driver when in Oldsmobile s judgement the claims become excessive in frequency or type of occurrence In Canada please consult your GM dealer regarding availability of Roadside Assislgnce 315 Customer Assistance Information 316 Service Publications Information on how to obtain Product Service Publications Subscriptions and Indexes as described below is applicable only in the fifty U S states and the District of Columbia and only for cars and light trucks with GVWR less than 10 000 pounds 4 536 kg In Canada information pertaining to Product Service Bulletins and Indexes can be obtained by writing to General Motors of
167. ng engine braking by shifting to a lower gear Any sudden changes could cause the tires to slide You may not realize the surface is slippery until your vehicle is skidding Learn to recognize warning clues such as enough water ice or packed snow on the road to make a mirrored surface and slow down when you have any doubt IF you have the anti lock braking system remember It helps avoid only the braking skid If you do not have anti lock then in a braking skid where the wheels are no longer rolling release enough pressure on the brakes to get the wheels rolling again This restores steering control Push the brake pedal down steadily when you have to stop suddenly As long as the wheels are rolling you will have steering control Steer the way you want to gn Driving at Night Night driving is more dangerous than day driving One reason is that some drivers are likely to he impaired hy alcohol or drugs with night vision problems or by fatigue Here are some tips on night driving Drive defensively Remember this is the most dangerous time Don t drink and drive See the Index under Drunken Driving for more on this problem Adjust your inside rearview mirror to reduce the glare from headlights behind you Since you can t see as well you may need to slow down and keep more space between you and other vehicles It s hard to tell how fast the vehicle ahead is going just by looking
168. nstrument panel Additional fuses are located in the underhood electrical centers on the right and left sides af the engine compartment Spare fuses and a fuse puller are located in the glove box lid To remove the cover press in on both ends of the CUNVCI and pull it off Place the wide end of the fuse puller over the plastic end of the fuse Squeeze the ends over the fuse and pull it out To identify and check fuses refer to the charts on the following pages Look at the silver colored band inside the fuse If the band is broken or melted replace the fuse Be sure you replace a bad fuse with a new one of the identical size and rating Glove Box Fuse Block Fuse Rating Circuitry AMP 1 10 Radio amp Clock 2 15 Radio amp Clock Passive Restraint Lockout Passive Restraint Timer DID Cluster 3 10 Door Lock Courtesy Glove Box Underhood Trunk Header Lights Lighted Inside Rearview Mirror Outside Power Mirrors 4 25 Windshield Wiper amp Washer 5 10 Temp Door Motor DRL Module Canada Instrument Cluster HUD Dimmer HUD Module b 15 Brake Lights ABS Control Module Chime Module 7 15 ECM 8 20 Taillights HVAC Chime Module DRL Module Canada 9 15 Hazard Warning Flasher 2 10 10 Rear Defogger Timer Relay Instrument Cluster Chime Module Cruise Control DRL Module Canada Lamp Driver Module ABS Lamp Driver 11 5 Instrument Panel Console Switch Lights 12 15 Cigarette Lighter 13 1 Turn Sig
169. ntrols Engine Block Heater m Shifting the Automatic There are six shift positions seven if you NO TICE In ansaxle have Overdrive In this manual these i Your automatic transaxle may have a are referred to by the commonly used shift lever located on the steering symbols in the right column below column or on the console between the Park P seats Both are shown above R Maximum engine speed is limited on Neutral N automatic transaxle vehicles when Overdrive How long should you keep the block you re in D Drive or N Neutral to Drive D heater plugged in The answer depends protect driveline components rom Second 2 on the weather the kind of oil you improper operation First 1 have and some other things Instead of trying to list everything here we ask that you contact an Oldsmobile dealer in the area where you ll be parking your vehicle The dealer can give you the best advice for that particular arca Park CAUTION P Park This locks vour front an m t y ZN It is dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in wheels It s the best position to use ich when you start your engine because P Park with the parking brake firmly set Your vehicle can roll your vehicle can t move easily Don t leave your vehicle when the engine is running unless you have ta If you have left the engine running the vehicle can move suddenly You or athers could be in
170. nues slow down until it stops Driving too fast with chains on will damage your vehicle m Appearance Care CAUTION Cleaning products can be hazardous Some are toxic Others can burst into flame if you strike a match or get them on a hot part of the vehicle Some are dangerous if you breathe their fumes in a closed space When you use anything in a container to clean your Oldsmobile be sure to follow the instructions And always open your doors or windows when you re cleaning the inside Don t use any of these unless this manual says you can In many uses they will damage your vehicle Laundry Soap Bleach Reducing Agents Never use these to clean your vehicle Gasoline Carbon Tetrachloride Turpentine Benzene Acetone Lacquer Thinner Naphtha Paint Thinner Nail Polish Remover They can all be hazardous some more than others and they can all damage your vehicle too 259 Service amp Appearance Care Cleaning the Inside of Your Oldsmobile Use a vacuum cleaner often to get rid of dust and loose dirt Wipe vinyl with a clean damp cloth Your Oldsmobile dealer has two GM cleaners a solvent type spot lifter and a foam type powdered cleaner They will clean normal spots and stains very well Here are some cleaning tips Always read the instructions on the cleaner label Clean up stains as soon as you before they set Use a clean clo
171. o NOTE To determine your empine s displacement and code see Index under Engine Identification An Emission Control Bernice The LS Envriranmer ial Protection Agency fas determined thal the failure perform this maintenance will not nullify the emission warranty ar limit recall liability prior to the completion of useful General Motors however urges at all recommended maintenance services be performed at the indicated fntereals and the maintenance be recorded in Section E Maintenance Record ITEM NO SERVICE Engine Accessory Drive Belt s Inspection California 3 1L Code T engine Inspect the belt for cracks fraying wear and proper tension Replace as needed Camshaft Timing Belt Inspection 3 4L Code X engine only Inspect for cracks wear or oiliness Check tensioner for proper operation See the service manual To purchase a service manual see the Index under Publications Replace parts as needed Cooling System Service Drain flush and refill the system with new or approved recycled coolant conforming to GM Specification 1825M Keep coolant at the proper mixture as specified See the Index under Coolant This provides proper freeze protection corrosion inhibitor level and engine operating temperature Inspect hoses and replace if they are cracked swollen or deteriorated Tighten screw type hose clamps Clean the outside of the radiator and air conditioning condenser Was
172. o determine where you expect to blend with the flow If traffic 15 light you may have no problem But if it is heavy find a gap as you move along the entering lane and time your approach Try to merge into the gap at close to the prevailing speed Switch on your turn signal check your rearview mirrors as you move along and glance over your shoulder as often as necessary Try to blend smoothly with the traffic flow Driving on the Freeway Once you are on the freeway adjust your speed to the posted limit or to the prevailing rate if it s slower Stay in the right lane unless you want ta pass If you are on a two lane freeway treat the right lane as the slow lane and the left lane as the passing lane If you are on a three lane freeway treat the right lane as the slower speed through lane the middle lane as the higher speed through lane and the left lane as the passing lane Before changing lanes check your rearview mirrors Then use your turn signal Just before you leave the lane glance quickly over your shoulder to make sure there isn t another vehicle in your blind spot If you are moving from an outside to center lane on a freeway having more than two lanes make sure another vehicle isn t about to move into the same spot Look at the vehicles two lanes over and watch for telltale signs turn signals flashing an increase in speed or moving toward the edge of the lane Be prepared to delay your move
173. o one of these When it s negative cable from the battery This cos the Index under Replacement time for a new battery we recommend a will keep your battery from Bulbs to find the type of bulb you need Delco Freedom battery Get one that running down tous has the catalog number shown on the original battery s label CAUTION Jump Starting Halogen Bulbs For jump starting instructions see the CAUTION Index under Juinp Starting Contact your dealer to learn how to prepare your vehicle for longer storage periods Checking Aim of the Headlights 2 DOOR MODELS Your vehicle has the 55 x 135 mini quad headlight system These headlights have horizontal and vertical aim indicators The aim has been preset at the factory and should need no further adjustment To check the aim the vehicle should be properly prepared as follows The vehicle must have all four tires on a perfectly level surface The vehicle should not have any snow ice or mud attached to it There should not be any cargo or loading of vehicle except it should have a full tank of gas and one person or 160 pounds 75 kg on the driver s seat Tires should be properly inflated The horizontal indicator should read 0 zero NOTICE To make sure your headlights are aimed properly read all the instructions before Failure to follow these instructions could cause damage to headlight parts 2 24
174. oad Sometimes as when you re driving on snow or ice it s easy to ask more of those control systems than the tires and road can provide That means you can lose control of your vehicle 147 Your Driving and the Road Braking Braking action involves perception And af course actual stapping time and reaction time distances vary greatly with the surface First you have to decide to push on the Of the road whether it s pavement Don t ride the brakes by letting brake pedal That s perception time gravel the condition of the road wet your left foot rest lightly on the brake Then you have to bring up your foot dry icy tire tread and the condition of pedal while driving and do it That s reaction time your brakes Average reaction time is about Y ofa Most drivers treat their brakes with CAUTION second But that s only an average Tt care Some however overwork might be less with one driver and as braking system with poor driving habits long as two or three seconds or more Avoid needless heavy braking 5ome with another Age physical condition people drive in spurts heavy alertness coordination and eyesight all acceleration followed by heavy play a part So do alcohol drugs and braking rather than keeping pace frustration But even in of a second with traffic This is a mistake Your vehicle moving at 60 mph 100 km h brakes may not have time to cool travels 66 feet 20
175. ody under your vehicle This can unless you know for sure that you are insulators from newspapers burlap cause deadly co carbon near help and you can hike through the bags rags floor mats anything you monoxide quin get inside CO snow Here are some things to do to can wrap around yourself or tuck could overcome you and kill you summon help and keep yourself and under your clothing to keep warm You can t see it or smell it so you might not know it was in your your passengers safe vehicle Clear away snow from You can run the engine to keep warm Turn on your hazard flashers but be careful around the base of your vehicle Tica red cloth to your vehicle to alert especially any that is blocking your police that you ve been stopped by the exhaust pipe And check around snow again from time to time to be sure snow doesn t collect there Open a window just a little on the side of the vehicle that s away from the wind This will help keep CO out Your Driving and the Road if You re Caught in a Blizzard You re Stuck in Deep Snow TOWing a Trailer CONT This manual explains how to get the CAUTION D ehi deep snow without Run your engine only as long as you vehicle out of must This saves fuel When you run damaging it See the Index under the engine make it go a little faster Rocking Your Vehicle than just idle That is push the accelerator slightly This uses less fuel for the heat that y
176. of sound to your individual taste Move a lever up to emphasize a frequency move it down to de emphasize It s best to begin with the levers in the middle position then adjust individual levers as you like Balance Controls Vala the left right and front rear speaker balance to your individual taste When you change either adjustment the bottom of the digital screen will display the point of balance you have selected For the normal setting preset at the factory press the center of the balance control Radio Controls AM FM Press the AM or FM buttons to select either the AM or FM radio band The band you select will be displayed on the digital screen The frequency of the station will also be displayed and if the station is in stereo the STEREO indicator will alsa be displayed RCL Recall Press to change between the clock and the radio station frequency display on the digital screen when the radio is on SEEK Press to tune in the next station higher on the band SEEK V Press to tune in the next station lower an the band SCAN Press to listen for a few seconds to the next station on the AM or FM band the scan will continue every few seconds until you press SCAN apain to stop on a particular station TUNE Press this control to tune in stations higher or lower on the AM or radio band To Preset Radio Stations The five pushbuttons numbered 1 5 can be used to preset up to ten radio stations five AM a
177. of the heated air through the ducts near the floor The rest will come out of the defroster vents and side window defogger vents Defogging and Defrosting There are two settings for clearing your windows For each setting adjust the temperature control as desired The air conditioner compressor will run in these settings to remove moisture from the air when the temperature is above freezing This setting allows half of e the air to flow to the floor heater ducts and half to go to the windshield and side window vents located in the windshield pillars Use this setting to warm passengers while keeping the windshield clear The DEF setting directs 90 of the air through the defroster vents and the side window vents and 1096 to the floor 111 Comfort Controls amp Audio Systems To rapidly defrost the windshield slide the temperature control lever all the way to WARM and press the DEF button Adjust the fan to the highest speed Defogging and Defrosting cowr Your vehicle is equipped with side window defogger vents located on the window pillar Por additional side window defogging push the BI LEV button set the fan control on high and aim the side vents on the instrument panel toward the side windows For increased air flow to the side vents close the center vents Rear Window Defogger OPTION The rear window defogger uses warming grid to remove fog from the rear window Press R DEFOG
178. oo much oil If your has so much oil that the oil Petroleum Institute APT levels of level gets above the cross hatched quality area that shows the proper NOTICE If you use oils that don t have the Operating range your engine could be damaged Oil 5G designation you can cause Just fill it enough to put the level engine not covered by your somewhere in the proper operating warranty A range Push the dipstick all the way back in when you re through 227 Service amp Appearance Care Energy Conserving Oils with these words on the I container will help you save fuel 2 This doughnut shaped logo symbol is used on most ail containers ta help you select the correct oil You shauld look for this on the oil container and use only those oils that display the logo GM Goodwrench Oil in Canada GM Engine Oil meets all the requirements for your vehicle What Kind of Oll to Use cowr SAE 5W 30 As shown in the viscosity chart SAE 5W 30 is best for your vehicle However you can use SAE 10W 30 if it s going to be O F 18 C or above These numbers on an oil container show its viscosity or thickness Do not use other viscosity oils such as SAE 10W 40 or SAE 20W 50 Engine Oil Additives Don t add anything to your oil Your Oldsmobile dealer is ready to advise if you think something should be added 228 When to Change Engine Oil See if any one of these is true for you
179. or Expect other drivers to run stop signs when you are on a through street Be ready to brake if necessary as you go through intersections You may not have to use the brake but if you do you will be ready If you re driving through a shopping center parking lot where there are well marked lanes directional arrows and designated parking areas expect some drivers to ignore all these markings and dash straight taward one part of the lot Pedestrians can be careless Watch for them In general you must give way t pedestrians even if you know you have the right of way Rear end collisions are about the most preventable of accidents Yet they are common Allow enough following distance It s the best defensive driving maneuver in both city and rural driving You never know when the vehicle in front of vou is going to brake or turn suddenly Here s a final bit of information about defensive driving The most dangerous time for driving in the U S is very early on Sunday morning In fact GM Research studies show that the most and the least dangerous times for driving every week fall on the same day That day is Sunday The most dangerous time is Sunday from 3 a m to 4 am The safest time is Sunday from 10 a m to 11 a m Driving the same distance on a Sunday at 3 a m isn t just alittle more dangerous than it is at 10 a m It s about 134 times more dangerous That leads to the next section
180. ot Used 12 Not Used 13 Not Used 14 Not Used Relay 15 Horn 16 Fog Lights 17 ABS 274 Headlight Wiring Windshield Wipers Power Windows and Other Power The headlight wiring is protected by a The windshield wiper motor is protected Options circuit breaker in the component center by a circuit breaker and a fuse If the Circuit breakers in the fuse panel An electrical overload will cause the motor overheats due to heavy snow protect the power windows and other lights to go on and off or in some cases etc the wiper will stop until the motor power accessories When the current to remain off If this happens have your cools If the overload is caused by some load is too heavy the circuit breaker headlight system checked right away electrical problem have it fixed opens and closes protecting the circuit until the problem is fixed 275 Service amp Appearance Care 276 Capacities amp Specifications Engine Crankcase 3 1L V6 Te A 1 1 1 Twin Dual Cam DOHC 3 4L V6 5 quarts When changing filter up to 1 quart L m more e oil i may be needed Automatic Transaxle When draining replacing converter more fluid may be needed Pan Removal and Replacement Hic ace 4 quarts After Complete Overhaul Ig B TIRES Automatic Transaxle with Overdrive When draining replacing converter more fluid may be neede
181. ot set on AUTO Press the top of the switch to raise the fan speed the bottom of the switch to lower the fan speed The fan symbol and bar graph will be displayed on the digital screen When the AUTO switch is pressed the fan symbol will go out and the fan will return to automatic operation If the Fahrenheit F or Celsius C symbol begins to flash or flashes when vou turn on the ignition it indicates an electrical problem with your air conditioning system The flashing will continue for about two minutes It means you should have your system serviced ECTAONMIG GONTAGL Ez gt fed pne redis 4 5 coo win AUTD F Ley UPPER LOWER Directional Controls When the following buttons are pressed UPPER Press to direct air flow DEF Defrost Press to direct 90 of an indicator light will glow above the through the instrument panel outlets the air to the windshield and side button only window vents and 1096 to the floor BI LEV Bi Level Use on cool but LOWER Press to direct 90 of the air The fan will automatically go to high sunny days This setting brings in the flow through the heater ducts and 10 For a lower fan speed press the fan outside air but directs it in two ways of the air flow through the windshield switch The cool air is directed to the upper defroster vents OFF Press to turn off the system portion of your body through the DEFOG Press to direct half the airto Some air will still come f
182. ou can load things on the deck lid of your vehicle The luggage carrier has slats attached to the deck lid a rear rail and tiedowns NOTICE Don t exceed the maximum vehicle capacity when loading your Oldsmobile For more information on vehicle capacity and loading see the Index under Loading Your Vehicle To prevent damage or loss of cargo as you re driving check now and then to make sure the luggage carrier and cargo are still securely fastened 87 ET moy kai lia WOMENS m The Instrument Panel Your Information System Your instrument panel is designed to let you know at a glance how your vehicle is running You ll know how fast you re going how much fuel you re using and many other things you ll need to drive safely and economically The main components of your instrument panel are 1 Turn Signal Headlight Beam Lever 2 Tilt Steering Wheel Lever 3 Indicator Lights 4 Instrument Cluster 5 Warning Lights 6 Gearshift Lever 7 Audio System 8 Glove Box Fuse Panel 9 Vents 10 Vents 11 Climate Control Rear Window Defogger 12 Ashtray and Lighter 13 Vents 14 Ignition Switch 15 Hazard Warning Flashers Switch 16 Horn 17 Remote Trunk Release Option 18 Brake Release 19 Hood Release on floor by driver s door 20 Light Controls Features amp Controls Instrument Panel Clusters Your Oldsmobile is equipped with one of these instrument panel cluster
183. ou get and it keeps the battery charged You will need a well charged hattery to restart the vehicle and possibly for signaling later on with your headlights Let the heater run for a while Then shut the engine off and close the window almost all the way to preserve the heat Start the engine again and repeat this only when you feel really uncomfortable from the cold But do it as little as possible Preserve the fuel as long as you can To help keep warm you can get out of the vehicle and do some fairly vigorous exercises every half hour or so until help comes 176 Do not tow a trailer if you have a convertible with the 3 4L VIN Code X engine Your Oldsmobile can tow a trailer To identify what the vehicle trailering capacity is for your vehicle you should read the information in Weight of the Trailer that appears later in this section But trailering is different than just driving your vehicle by itself Trailering means changes in handling durability and fuel economy Successful safe trailering takes correct equipment and it has to be used properly That s the reason for this section In it are many time tested important trailering tips and safety rules Many of these are important for your safety and that of your passengers So please read this section carefully before you pull a trailer Load pulling components such as the engine transaxle wheel assemblies and tires are forced to work harder against th
184. out 0 06 percent The person would reach the same BAC by drinking three 4 ounce 120 ml glasses of wine or three mixed drinks if each had 1 ounces 45 ml of a liquor like whiskey gin or vodka It s the amount of alcohol that counts For example if the same person drank 90 ml of liquor each within an hour the person s BAC would be close to 0 12 percent A person who consumes food just before or during drin will have a slightly lower BAC level 145 Your Driving and the Road 146 Drinking that Will Result in a BAC of 05 in the Time Shown 120 140 160 BODY WEIGHT IN POUNDS Drunken Driving The law in most U S states sets the legal limit at a BAC of 0 10 percent In Canada the limit 1s 0 08 percent and in some other countries it s lower than that The BAC will be over 0 10 percent after three to six drinks in one hour Of course as we ve seen it depends on how much alcohol is in the drinks and how quickly the person drinks them But it s very important to keep in mind that the ability to drive is affected well below a BAC of 0 10 percent Research shows that the driving skills of many people are impaired at a BAC approaching 0 05 percent and that the effects are worse at night All drivers are impaired at BAC levels above 0 05 percent Statistics show that the chance of being in an accident increases sharply lor drivers who have a BAC of 0 05 percent or above A driver wit
185. over These can even be used for reading Fold Down Storage Compartment OPTION To open fold down the armrest console press the latch on the underside and pull up In addition to storage space you will find A fold out cup holder A coin holder Cassette tape storage To clase push down on the lid Cassette Tape Holder Storage Compartment and Cup Holder OPTION You may store cassette tapes in the slots at the bottom To open press the latch on the underside of the center armrest console and pull up To close push down on the lid You also have a fold out cup holder Coin Holder OPTION Lise your coin holder to store nickels dimes and quarters It lifts out for loading coins or cleaning 83 Features amp Controls 84 Rear Seat Console OPTION To use the rear seat storage compartment and cup holders pull the strap on the back of the console forward Trunk Access Panel If you have split rear seats you may have a trunk access panel for storing long objects like skis Pull your rear armrest down using the strap Then pull the latch on the trunk access panel towards you to open the panel To close the access panel lift the latch Ashtrays and Lighter To clean the ashtrays open them fully and lift out the ashtray by pulling on the snuffer To use the lighter just push it in all the way and let go When it s ready it will pop back by itself NOTICE Don t
186. oward the center Keep changing to a clean section of the cloth When you clean a stain from fabric immediately dry the area with an air hose hair dryer ar heat lamp to help prevent a cleaning ring See the previous NOTICE special Cleaning Problems Greasy or Oily Stains Like grease oil butter margarine shoe polish coffee with cream chewing gum cosmetic creams vegetable oils wax crayon tar and asphalt Carefully scrape off excess stain Then follow the solvent type instructions above Shoe polish wax crayon tar and asphalt will stain if left on a vehicle seat fabric They should be removed as soon as possible Be careful because the cleaner will dissolve them and may cause them to bleed Non Greasy Stains Like catsup coffee black epg fruit fruit juice milk soft drinks wine vomit urine and blood Carefully scrape off excess stain then sponge the soiled area with cool water f a stain remains follow the foam type instructions above If an odor lingers after cleaning vomit or urine treat the area with a water baking soda solution 1 teaspoon 5 ml of baking soda to 1 cup 250 ml of lukewarm water Finally if needed clean lightly with solvent type cleaner Combination Stains Like candy ice cream mayonnaise chili sauce and unknown stains Carefully scrape off excess stain then clean with cool water and allow to dry stain remains clean
187. p Audio Systems m Audio Systems The following pages describe the audio systems available for your Oldsmobile and how to get the best performance from thern Please read about the system in your vehicle NOTICE Before you add any sound Setting the Clock CAUTION add any sound SEC EN No matter which audio system you have AN Hearing damage from loud in your vehicle setting the clock is easy A noise is almost undetectable For Radios with SCAN and One until it is too late Your hearing can SEEK Button adapt to higher volumes of sound Sound that seems normal be 1 With the radio off and the ignition on loud and harmful to your hearing press SET The SET indicator will Take precautions by adjusting the appear on the digital screen for five volume control on your radio to a seconds safe sound level before your hearing adapts to it To help avoid hearing loss or damage 1 Adjust the volume control to the lowest setting 2 Increase volume slowly until you hear comfortably and clearly 2 During those five seconds you can set the clock to the correct hour and minute by depressing the SEEK and SCAN buttons For some radios SEEK will set the hour for others it sets the minute For some radios SCAN will set the hour for others it sets the minute 118 For Radios with SCAN and SEEK and SEEK V 1 With the radio off and the ignition on press SET The SET indica
188. ply their own lighting regulations that may require special attention before you operate these lamps For example some jurisdictions may require that you operate your lower beam lamps with fog lamps at all times or that headlamps be turned on whenever you must use your windshield wipers In addition most jurisdictions prohibit driving solely with parking lamps especially at dawn or dusk It is recommended that you check with your own state or provincial highway authority for applicable lighting regulations Lights On Reminder If you open the door while leaving the lights on you will hear a warning tone Daytime Running Lights CANADA ONLY The Canadian Federal Government has decided that Daytime Running Lights DRL are a useful feature in that DRL can make your vehicle more visible to pedestrians and other drivers during daylight hours DRL are required on new vehicles sold in Canada Your DRL work with a light sensor on top of the instrument panel Don t cover 1t up The low beam headlights will come on at reduced brightness in daylight when The ignition is on The headlight switch is off and parking brake is released 77 Features amp Controls 78 Daytime Running Lights Headlight High Low Beam At dusk the exterior lights will come on automatically and the low beams will change to full brightness At dawn the exterior lights will go out and the low beams will
189. pull the handle inside the vehicle CAUTION Then go to the front of the vehicle and un electric f der th release the secondary hood release AN exectrie Tan under t e hood can start and injure you even when the engine is not CAUTION Things that burn can get on hot engine parts and start a fire These include liquids like gasoline oil coolant brake fluid Lift the hood running Keep hands clothing and tools away from any underhood electric fan windshield washer and other fluids and plastic or rubber You or others could be burned Be careful not to drop or spill things that will burn onto a hot engine Before closing the hood be sure all the filler caps are on properly Then just pull the hood down and close it firmly Service amp Appearance Care 3 1L V6 Engine CODE T When you open the hood you ll see 1 Power Steering Fluid Reservoir 2 Automatic Transaxle Fluid Dipstick 3 Brake Fluid Reservoir 4 Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir 5 Battery 6 Air Cleaner 7 Engine Oil Fill Cap 8 Engine Oil Dipstick 9 Radiator Pressure Cap 10 Engine Coolant Reservoir Pigi to 224 Twin Dual Cam DOHC 3 4L V6 Engine CODE x When you open the hood you ll see 1 Power Steering Fluid Reservoir 2 Automatic Transaxle Fluid Dipstick 3 Brake Fluid Reservoir 4 Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir 5 Battery 6 Air Cleaner 7 Engine Oil Fill Cap B Engine Oil Dipstick
190. r long distance driving Are the tires all inflated to the recommended pressure Weather Forecasts What s the weather outlook along your route Should you delay your trip a short lime to avoid a major storm system Maps Do you have up to date maps On the Road Unless you are the only driver it is good to share the driving task with others Limit turns behind the wheel to about 100 miles 160 km or two hours at sitting Then either change drivers or stop for some refreshment like coffee tea or soft drinks and some limbering up But do stap and move around Eat lightly along the way Heavier meals tend to make some people sleepy On two lane highways or undivided multilane highways that do not have controlled access you ll want to watch for some situations not usually found on freeways Examples are stop signs and signals shopping centers with direct access to the highway no passing zones and school zones vehicles turning left and right off the road pedestrians cyclists parked vehicles and even animals Highway Hypnosis Is there actually such a condition as highway hypnosis Or is it just plain falling asleep at the wheel Call it highway hypnosis lack of awareness or whatever There is something about an easy stretch of road with the same scenery along with the hum of the tires on the road the drone of the engine and the rush of the wind against the vehicle that can make you sleepy Don t let it
191. r that if vou are unhappy with the results of BBB AUTO LINE you can still go to court because an arbitrator s decision is binding on GM but not on you unless you accept it Eligibility is limited hy vehicle age mileage and other factors For further information concerning the program call the BBB at 1 800 355 5100 You may also call the Oldsmobile Customer Assistance Center Thus program may be available in all states depending on state lau Canadian owners refer to your warranty booklet General Motors reserves the right to change eligibility limitations and or to discontinue its participation in this program Same states may require that you file a claim with BBB AUTO LINE before resorting to state operated procedures including court 313 Customer Assistance Information 314 Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration NHTSA in addition to notifying General Motors If NHTSA receives similar complaints it may open an investigation and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles it may order a recall and remedy campaign However NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you your dealer or General Motors To contact NHTSA you may either call the Auto Safety Hotline to
192. radiator hose is no longer Your engine has a specific radiator hot Turn the pressure cap slowly to CAUTION fill procedure Failure to follow the the left until it first stops Don t procedure could cause your engine press down while turning the to overheat and be severely pressure cap damaged vg Bias uus SS If you hear a hiss wait for that to stop m A hiss means there is still some pressure left 201 ES is Engine Overheating conr 3 After the engine cools open the coolant air bleed valve or valves 3 1L V6 VIN Code T or M There are two bleed valves They are located on the thermostat housing and the thermostat bypass tube 202 5 4L VIN Code X There two bleed valves They are located on the thermostat housing and the heater inlet pipe 4 Fill the radiator with the proper mix up to the base of the filler neck If you see a stream of coolant coming from an air bleed valve close the valve Otherwise close the valve s after the radiator is filled 5 Rinse or wipe any spilled coolant from the engine and compartment 6 Then fill the coolant recovery tank to the COLD mark 7 Put the cap back on the coolant recovery tank but leave the radiator pressure cap off 8 Start the engine and let it run until you can feel the upper radiator hose getting hot Watch out for the engine fans 9 By this time the coolant level inside the radiator filler neck may be lower If th
193. rake pedal OR Move the cruise switch to OFF To Erase Cruise Speed Memory When you turn off the cruise control or the ignition your cruise control set speed memory is erased CAUTION You control the windshield wipers by turning the band marked WIPER TN For a single wiping cycle turn the band to MIST Hold it there until the wipers start then let go The wipers will stop after one cycle If you want more cycles hold the band on MIST longer For steady wiping at low speed turn the band away from you to the LO position For high speed wiping turn the band further to HI To stop the wipers move the band to OFF Heavy snow or ice can overload your wipers A circuit breaker will stop them until the motor cools Clear away snow or ice to prevent an overload Pulse Windshield Wipers You can set the wiper speed for a long or short delay between wipes This can be very useful in light rain or snow Turn the band to choose the delay time The closer to LO the shorter the delay Windshield Washer At the top of the turn signal headlight beam lever there s a paddle with the word PUSH on it To spray washer fluid on the windshield push the paddle lf you have the standard wipers the wipers will keep going in LO until you turn the wiper control to OFF If you have the Pulse option the wipers will clear the window and then either stop or return to your preset speed CAUTION
194. rd if it s left there Dirty glass makes lights dazzle and flash more than clean glass would making the pupils of your eyes contract repeatedly You might even want to keep a cloth and some glass cleaner in your vehicle if you need to clean your glass frequently Remember that your headlights light up far less of a roadway when you are in a turn or curve Keep your eyes moving that way it s easier to pick out dimly lighted objects Just as your headlights should be checked regularly for proper aim so should your eyes be examined regularly Some drivers suffer from night blindness the inability to see in dim light and aren t even aware of it Driving in the Rain Rain and wet roads can mean driving trouble On a wet road you can t stop accelerate or turn as well because your tire to road traction isn t as good as on dry roads And if your tires don t have much tread left you ll get even less traction It s always wise to go slower and cautious if rain starts to fall while you are driving The surface may get wet suddenly when your reflexes are tuned for driving on dry pavement The heavier the rain the harder it is to see Even if your windshield wiper blades are in good shape a heavy rain can make it harder to see road signs and traffic signals pavement markings the edge of the road and even people 16 Your Driving and the Road 162 Driving in the Rain walking Road spra
195. rda eee LH ed Dirplansement Compression Ratio ss Pirna CO EE een terere Thermostat Temperature ies Valve Arrangement 3 1L V T V6 3 1L 191 CID 8 8 1 1 2 3 4 5 6 195 91 In Head Twin Dual Cam DOHC 3 4L V6 Xx V6 3 4L 207 CID 9 25 1 1 2 3 4 5 195 F 91 C In Head Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts Air Cleaner Element Al fupe 1129 Engine Oil Filter All Engines USO Rr EMEA Ao RBS NB AHAA AC Type PF 51 PCV Valve a AC Type CV 892C Twin Dual Cam DOHC 3 4L 6 2 4 AC Type CV 881C Spark Plugs LV cna ete 22 AC Type R44LTSM Gap 0 045 inch 1 14mm Twin Dual Cam 3 4L 6 2002222 2 AC Type RA2LTSM Gap 0 045 inch 1 14mm Batteries Remote Lock Control Transmitter ees 2016 2 283 Notes 286 Part 7 IMPORTANT qw Maintenance Schedule AT THE PROPER LEVEL AND CHANGE AS RECOMMENDED Section Introduction A Word About Maintenance sene 288 Your Vehicle and the Environment 2 288 How This Part is O i ea n NM LY A Pese ete 289 This part covers the maintenance A Sch SE d c d deest required for your Oldsmobile Your NES ed Maintenance Services vehicle needs
196. red with touch up materials available from your dealer or other service outlets Larger areas of finish damage can be corrected in your dealer s body and paint shop Underbody Maintenance Chemicals used for ice and snow removal and dust control can collect on the underbody If these are not removed accelerated corrosion rust can occur on the underbody parts such as fuel lines frame floor pan and exhaust system even though they have corrosion protection At least every spring flush these materials from the underbody with plain water Clean any areas where mud and other debris can collect Dirt packed in closed areas of the frame should be loosened before being flushed Your dealer or an underbody vehicle washing system can do this for you 267 Service amp Appearance Care 268 NOTICE Chemical Paint Spotting Some weather and atmospheric conditions can create a chemical fallout Airhorne pollutants can fall upon and attack painted surfaces on your vehicle This damage can take two forms hlotchy ringlet shaped discolorations and small irregular dark spots etched into the paint surface Although no defect in the paint job causes this Oldsmobile will repair at no charge to the owner the surfaces of new vehicles damaged by this fallout condition within 12 months ar 12 000 miles 20 000 km af purchase whichever comes first Vehicle Identification Number VIN This is the legal identifi
197. reen Press this knab to change between the AM and FM bands The control ring behind the TUNE knob adjusts the front rear speaker balance TREB Treble Slide this lever up to increase treble or down to decrease it BASS Slide this lever up to increase bass or down to decrease it SCAN Press to listen for a few seconds to the next station on the AM or FM band the scan will continue every few seconds until you press SCAN again to stop on a particular station You can also press the upper knob VOLUME to stop the scan SEEK Each time you press SEEK you will tune in the next station higher on the radio band To Preset Radio Stations Using the four pushbuttons below the digital display you can set up to 14 radio stations seven AM and seven FM 1 Use the lower knob TUNE to tune in the station you want 121 Comfort Controls amp Audio Systems 122 AM FM Stereo Radio with Cassette Player conr 2 Press SET The SET indicator will appear on the digital screen for five seconds 3 While the SET indicator is displayed press one of the four pushbuttons 4 Repeat steps 1 3 for each of four AM and four FM stations Up to three additional stations on each band may be preset by pairing pushbuttons 1 Tune in the desired station 2 Press SET and within five seconds press any two adjacent pushbuttons at the same time 3 The station can be tuned in when the same two pushbuttons are pressed at the s
198. reset at the factory press the left and right or front and rear buttons at the same time SCAN Press to listen for a few seconds to the next station on the AM or FM band the scan will continue every few seconds until you press SCAN again to stop on a particular station RCL Recall Press to change between the clock and the radio station frequency displayed on the digital screen AM FM Press to switch between the AM and FM bands 129 Comfort Controls amp Audio Systems 130 AM FM Stereo with Compact Disc Player CONT To Preset Radio Stations The five pushbuttons in the lower right corner can be used to preset up to ten radio stations five AM and five FM The buttons have other uses when you are playing a compact disc 1 Tune the digital display to the station you want 2 Press SET The SET indicator will appear on the digital screen for five seconds 3 While the SET indicator is displayed press one of the five pushbuttons 4 Repeat steps 1 3 for each of five AM and five FM stations To Play a Compact Disc Many of the controls for the radio also have functions for the compact disc player as explained here Don t use mini dises that are called singles They won t eject Use only full size compact discs 1 Press POWER to turn the unit on 2 Insert a disc part way into the slot with the label side up The player will pull it in In a few seconds the disc should play If the disc
199. rmed up by driving about 15 miles 24 km when outside temperatures are above 50 F 10 C If it s colder than 50 F 10 C you may have to drive longer To Check the Fluid Level Park your vehicle on a level place Place the shift lever in P Park with the parking brake applied With your foot on the brake pedal move the shift lever through each gear range pausing for about three seconds in each range Then position the shift lever in P Park Let the engine run at idle for three to live minutes Then Without Shutting off the Engine Follow These Steps 1 Pull out the dipstick and wipe it with a clean rag or paper towel 2 Push it back in all the way wait three seconds and then pull it back out again 3 Check both sides of the dipstick and read the lower level The fluid level must be in the crosshatched area 4 If the fluid level is where it should be push the dipstick back in all the way Fluid QU RIPE S47 Twin Dual Cam 3 4L V6 Checking Automatic Transaxle Fluid How to Add Transaxle Fluid Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of transaxle fluid to use See the Index under Fluids and Lubricants If the fluid level is low add only enough of the proper fluid to bring the fluid level into the cross hatched area on the dipstick It doesn t take much fluid generally less than a pint 0 5L Don t overfill We recommend you use only fluid labeled DEXRON I
200. rn the key off Then start the engine to reset the system If the light still stays on or comes on again while you re driving your Oldsmobile needs service Unless the regular brake system warning light is also on you will still have brakes but not anti lock brakes If the regular brake system warning light 99 Features amp Controls Anti Lock Brake System Warning Light cowr is also on see Brake System Warning Light earlier in this section If the anti lock brake system warning light ever flashes your anti lock brake system is still working but needs service as soon as possible 100 Malfunction Indicator Lamp Service Engine Soon Light computer monitors operation of your fuel ignition and emission control systems This light should come on when the ignition is on but the engine is not running as a check to show you it is working If it does not come on at all have it fixed right away If it stays on or it comes on while you are driving the computer is indicating that you have a problem You should take your vehicle in for service soon Check Gages Light ANALOG CLUSTER If you have the analog cluster you have a CHECK GAGES light When this light comes on it means one of these four things You have approximately 3 gallons 12 L or less of fuel remaining in your tank Check your fuel gage Your oil pressure is low Check your oil pressure indicator Your engine is too hot Che
201. rol a 70 Warning Lights Balance ween 257 Flash to Pass enses PB Anti Lock Brake syste N Wheel Replacement 257 High Low Beam Changer je T eet JR Baer When to Replace Wheels 257 Pulse Windshield Wipers BE UTR EDI Winter Driving Turn amp Lane Change Indicator 69 Coolant Temperature and Tires 173 174 258 Turn Signal Indicator 69 Fasten Belts Mr epu 32 Windshield Washer 75 Low Coolant TETUER LOE ceret iate 173 Windshield Wipers 74 Low 95 Windows Oil doch E PE LOO Error Reman NUTUS 68 Safety Belt 68 Service Engine SOOM 100 Windshield Washer 75 Washer Windshield 75 237 264 279 Weight Windshield Wipers 74 Gross Axle Rating GAWHR 250 Windshield Wiper Gross Vehicle Rating GVWR 250 Blade Dona Wheel Alignment amp Tire Balance 257 Winter Driving i E Wheel Covers How to Remove 207 If Your Vehicle is Stuck in Wheel Nut Torque 211 277 Deep Snow ausus 176 Wheel Nuts seems 207 TE You re Caught in a Wheel Replacement EDO GT
202. rom the outlets instrument panel outlets but most at the floor warmed air is directed through the heater ducts and a little to the defrost and side window vents At times this temperature difference may be more apparent than others the windshield and the other half through the heater ducts 113 Comfort Controls amp Audio Systems 116 Steering Wheel Touch Controls for Climate Control OPTION some heating and cooling controls can be adjusted at the steering wheel These touch controls also operate some audio controls see the Index under Steering Wheel Touch Controls for Audio System FAN Press the upper part of the control to increase the fan speed press the lower part to reduce the fan speed TEMP Press the upper part of the control to raise the inside temperature setting press the lower part to lower the setting MODE This control can be used to select the direction of air flow BI LEV UPPER or LOWER settings or to select DEFOG DEF Defrost or AUTO Press the tap of the control to move to the next mode an the right of the climate control panel Press the bottom of the control Lo move to the next mode on the left The indicator light will glow above the selected mode or AUTO will appear on the digital display Rear Window Defogger OPTION IELECTRONIC MATE CONTROL a S LOWER DEFOG DEFOG Press to warm the defogger grid on the rear window The indicator light will glow whi
203. roof iets cape ce TNT SVG Instrument Panel ry FECE or MER PUR III usd E ERAS p AA 89 Warning Lights and Indicators PAE 91 PAPA Up Display repa eaae vacua 101 When a new Oldsmobile is delivered the dealer removes the plugs from the keys and gives them to the first owner Each plug has a code on it that tells your dealer or a qualified locksmith how to make extra keys Keep the plugs in a safe place If you lose your keys you ll be able to have new ones made easily using these plugs NOTICE um only IE TEST Leaving young children in vehicle with the ignition key is dangerous for many reasons A child or others could be badly injured or even killed They could operate power windows ar other controls or even make the vehicle move Don t leave the keys ina vehicle with young children The door keys are for the doors and all other locks Door Locks CAUTION There are several ways to lock and From the Inside Unlocked doors can be unlock your vehicle To lock the door push down the dangerous From the Outside locking lever To unlock push the lever Passengers especially children Use your door key or Remote Lack Up can easily open the doors and fall Control if your vehicle has this option out When a door is locked the insi
204. rt the door key and turn it Remote Trunk Release OPTION Press the yellow trunk release button located under the instrument panel on the driver s side Your automatic transaxle must be in P Park Remember that your trunk can be opened at any time using the lack release Be sure to lock your doors Convenience Net OPTION Your vehicle may have a convenience net You ll see it just inside the back wall af the trunk Put small loads like grocery bags behind the net It can help keep them from falling over during sharp turns or quick starts and stops The net isn t for larger heavier loads Store them in the trunk as far forward as you can You can unhook the net so that it will lie flat when you re not using it 4 Door Models To allow easier access to the trunk area when the convenience net is not being used push the net down and hook it under the retaining screws as shown 53 Features amp Controls To open turn the knob clockwise Push the lid down to close New Vehicle Break In NOTICE Your modera Oldsmobile doesn t need an elaborate hreak in But it will perform better in the long run if you follow these guidelines Don t drive at any one speed fast or slow for the first 500 miles 804 km Don t make full throttle starts Avoid making hard stops for the first 200 miles 322 km or so During this time new brake linings aren t yet broken in Hard stops wi
205. ry Vehicle Weight Rating The GVWR types and are removed in different Tire Loading Information label found includes the weight of the vehicle all ways Here s how to remove the type on the inside of the trunk lid tells you accupants fuel and cargo Never exceed with a release clip the proper size speed rating and the GVWR for your vehicle or the ETUR recommended inflation pressures for Gross Axle Weight Rating GAWR for E Lun acudir the tires on your vehicle It also gives either the front or rear axle you important information about the And if you do have a heavy load you Susa sepu cree number of people that can be in your should spread it out Don t carry more screwdriver and pull the blade vehicle and the total weight that you 167 Ibs 75 kg in your trank assembly off the wiper arm can carry This weight is called the ah irate HORS NONU 3 Push the new wiper blade securely Vehicle Capacity Weight and includes the wiper the weight of all occupants cargo and all nonfactory installed options The other label is the Certification label on the rear edge of the driver s door It tells you the gross weight capacity of 250 CAUTION Things you put inside your vehicle can strike and injure people in a sudden stop or turn or in a crash Put things the trunk of your vehicle In trunk put them as far forward as you can Try to
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207. s which includes indicator warning lights and gages that are explained on the following pages Be sure to read about those that apply to the instrument panel cluster for your Oldsmobile ELECTRONIC CLUSTER E 38 R NED 2 1 E e YES o3 en B m lt MEH km h TUN yo PEMOEROOO y NE UMS 90 Warning Lights Gages and Indicators This section describes the warning lights and gages that may be on your vehicle The pictures will help you locate them Warning lights and gages can signal that something is wrong before it becomes serious enough to cause an expensive repair or replacement Paying attention to your warning lights and gages could also save you or others from injury Warning lights go on when there may be or is a problem with one of your vehicle s functions As you will see in the details on the next few pages some warning lights come on briefly when you turn the ignition key just to let sou know they re working If you are familiar with this section you should not be alarmed when this happens Gages can indicate when there may be or is a problem with one of your vehicle s functions Often gages and warning lights work together to let you know when there s a problem with your vehicle When one of the warning lights comes on and stays on when you are driving or when one of the gages shows there may be a problem check the section that tells you what to do about
208. s danger Skidding In a skid a driver can lose control of the vehicle Defensive drivers avoid most skids by taking reasonable care suited to existing conditions and by not overdriving those conditions But skids are always possible The three types of skids correspond to your Oldsmobile s three control systems In the braking skid your wheels aren t rolling In the steering or cornering skid too much speed or steering in a curve causes tires to slip and lose cornering force And in the acceleration skid too much throttle causes the driving wheels to spin A cornering skid and an acceleration skid are best handled by easing your foot off the accelerator pedal If your vehicle starts to slide as when you turn a corner on a wet snow or ice covered road ease your foot off the accelerator pedal as soon as you feel the vehicle start to slide Quickly steer the way you want the vehicle to go If you start steering quickly enough your vehicle will straighten out As it does straighten the front wheels Of course traction 1s reduced when water snow ice gravel or other material is on the road For safety you ll want to slow down and adjust your driving to these conditions It is important to slow down on slippery surfaces because stopping distance will be longer and vehicle control more limited While driving on a surface with reduced traction try your best to avoid sudden steering acceleration or braking includi
209. s of asphalt and concrete A tire marked C may have poor traction performance Warning The traction grade assigned to this tire is based on braking straight ahead traction tests and does not include cornering turning traction Temperature A B C The temperature grades are A the highest B and C representing the tire s resistance to the generation of heat and its ability to dissipate heat when tested under controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel Sustained high temperature can cause the material of the tire to degenerate and reduce tire life and excessive temperature can lead to sudden tire failure The grade C corresponds to a level of performance which all passenger car tires must meet under the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No 109 Grades B and A represent higher levels of performance on the laboratory test wheel than the minimum required by law Warning The temperature grade for this tire is established for a tire that is properly inflated and not overloaded Excessive speed underinflation or excessive loading either separately or in combination can cause heat buildup and possible tire failure Those grades are molded on the sidewalls of passenger car tires While the tires available as standard or aptional equipment on General Motors vehicles may vary with respect to these grades all such tires meet General Motors performance standards and have been approv
210. s will cut down on your already limited visibility Run your windshield wipers and washer occasionally Moisture can build up on the outside glass and what seems to be fog may actually be moisture on the outside of your windshield Treat dense fog as an emergency Try to find a place to pull off the road Of course you want to respect another s property but you might need to put something between you and moving vehicles space trees telephone poles a private driveway anything that removes you from other traffic If visibility is near zero and you must stop but are unsure whether you are away from the road turn your lights on start your hazard warning flashers and sound your horn at intervals or when you hear approaching traffic Pass other vehicles in fog only if you can see far enough ahead to pass safely Even then be prepared to delay your pass if you suspect the fog is worse up ahead If other vehicles try to pass you make it easy for them One of the biggest problems with city streets is the amount of traffic an them You ll want to watch out for what the other drivers are doing and pay Treat a green light as a warning signal A traffic light is there because the corner is busy enough to need it When light turns green and just attention to traffic signals before you start to move check both Here are ways to increase your safety in Ways for vehicles that have not city driving cleared the intersec
211. screws until the aiming ring touches the plastic nuts on both the top and bottom Do not overtighten Do not damage the vertical aiming bubble 245 246 Service amp Appearance Care To Replace a Headlight cowr To check the aim the vehicle should be properly prepared as follows The vehicle must have all four tires on a perfectly level surface vehicle should not have any snow ice or mud attached to it There should not he any cargo or loading of vehicle except it should have a full tank of gas and one person or 160 pounds 75 kg on the driver s seat s Tires should be properly inflated horizontal indicator should read 0 zero If your vehicle is damaged in an accident and the headlight aim seems to be affected see your Oldsmobile dealer Headlights on damaged vehicles may require recalibration af the horizontal aim by your Oldsmobile dealer Headlight Replacement 4 DOOR MODELS See the Index under Replacement Bulbs to check the type of bulb to use To Replace a Bulb 1 Turn the L shaped bulb assembly counterclockwise s turn until the flanges align with the slots in the retainer ring You may need to twist it back and forth slightly to loosen it pote Takahi Bulb Replacement 2 Pull out the bulb assembly 2 DOOR MODELS 2 Press the bulb housing release lever 3 Disconnect the bulb wiring harness For the type af bulb see the Index and turn the housing e t
212. spread the weight evenly Never stack heavier things like suitcases inside the vehicle so that some of them are above the taps of the seats When you carry something inside the vehicle secure it whenever you can Don t leave a seat folded down unless you need to CAUTION NOTICE Do not load your vehicle any heavier than the GVWR or the maximum front and rear GAWRs If you do parts on your vehicle can break or it can change If you put things inside your vehicle the way your vehicle handles These like suitcases tools packages or could pause You Lio lose control anything else they will po 88 fast a5 Also overloading can shorten the the vehicle goes If you have to stop or life of your vehicle turn quickly or if there is a crash they ll keep going Service amp Appearance Care Tires CAUTION We don t make tires Your new vehicle e ini comes with high quality tines made by POSU um Opes SESS leading tire manufacturer These tires A Overloading your tires can cause overheating s a result of too much are warranted by the tire manufacturers friction You could have an air out and a serious accident See Loading Your and their warranties are delivered with Vehicle earlier in this section every new Oldsmobile If your spare tire Underinflated tires pose the same danger as overloaded tires The resulting is a different brand than your road tires
213. t them inspected and rotated at the the front and rear inflation pressure as mileages recommended in the shown on the Tire Loading Information Maintenance Schedule See the Index label Male certain that all wheel nuts under Scheduled Maintenance are properly tightened See the Index Services Use this rotation pattern under Wheel Nut Torque 254 When It s Time for New Tires way to tell when it s time for new tires is to check the treadwear indicators which will appear when your tires have only inch 1 6 mm or less af tread remaining You need a new tire if You can see the indicators at three places around the tire You can see cord or fabric showing through the tire s rubber The tread or sidewall is cracked cut or snagged deep enough to show cord ar fabric The tire has bump bulge or split The tire has a puncture cut or other damage that can t be repaired well because of the size or location of the Buying New Tires To find out what kind and size of tires you need look at the Tire Loading Information label The tires installed on your vehicle when it was new had a Tire Performance Criteria Specification TPC Spec number on each tire s sidewall When you get new tires get ones with that same TPC Spec number That way your vehicle will continue to have tires that are designed to give proper endurance handling speed rating traction ride and other things during normal servic
214. t it will take much more effort Your Driving and the Road 154 Steering Tips Driving Curves It s important to take curves at reasonable speed A lot of the driver lost control accidents mentioned on the news happen on curves Here s why Experienced driver or heginner each of us is subject to the same laws of physics when driving on curves The traction of the tires against the road surface makes it passible for the vehicle to change its path when you turn the front wheels If there s no traction inertia will keep the vehicle going in the same direction If you ve ever tried to steer a vehicle on wet ice you ll understand this The traction you can get in a curve depends on the condition of your tires and the road surface the angle at which the curve is banked and your speed While you re in a curve speed is the one factor you can control Suppose you re steering through a sharp curve Then you suddenly apply the brakes Both control systems steering and braking have to do their work where the tires meet the road Unless you have four wheel anti lock brakes adding the hard braking can demand too much at those places You can lose control The same thing can happen if you re steering through a sharp curve and you suddenly accelerate Those two control systems steering and acceleration can overwhelm those places where the tires meet the road and make you lose control What should
215. t making a successful pass wait for a better time Watch for traffic signs pavement markings and lines If you can see a sign up ahead that might indicate a turn or an intersection delay your pass A broken center line usually indicates it s all right to pass providing the road ahead is clear Never cross a solid line on your side of the lane or a double solid line even if the road seems empty of approaching traffic If vou suspect that the driver of the vehicle you want to pass isn t aware of your presence tap the horn a couple of times before passing Or you can use flash to pass See the Index under Flash to Pass Do not get too close to the vehicle you want to pass while you re awaiting an opportunity For one thing following too closely reduces your area of vision especially if you re following a larger vehicle Also you won t have adequate space if the vehicle ahead suddenly slows or stops Keep back a reasonable distance When it looks like a chance to pass is coming up start to accelerate but stay in the right lane and don t get too close Time your move so you will be increasing speed as the time comes t move into the other lane If the way is clear to pass you will have a running start that more than makes up for the distance you would lose hy dropping back And if something happens to cause you to cancel your pass you need only slow down and drop back again and wait for another opportunit
216. t to get to know your rig Acquaint yourself with the feel of handling and braking with the added weight of the trailer And always keep in mind that the vehicle you are driving is now a good deal longer and not nearly so responsive as your vehicle is by itself Before you start check the trailer hitch and platform safety chains electrical connector lights tires and mirror adjustment If the trailer has electric brakes start your vehicle and trailer moving and then apply the trailer brake controller by hand to be sure the brakes are working This lets you check your electrical connection at the same time During your trip check occasionally to be sure that the load is secure and that the lights and any trailer brakes are still working Following Distance Stay at least twice as far behind the vehicle ahead as you would when driving your vehicle without a trailer This can help you avoid situations that require heavy braking and sudden turns Passing You ll need more passing distance up ahead when you re towing a trailer And because you re a good deal longer you ll need to go much farther beyond the passed vehicle before you can return to your lane Backing Up Hold the bottom of the steering wheel with one hand Then to move the trailer to the left just move that hand to the left To move the trailer to the right move your hand to the right Always back up slowly and if possible have someone guide you 181
217. t to the If there is no curb when you re parking your vehicle right uphill on the left side of a one way street your wheels would be turned to the left 172 Torque Lock If you are parking on a hill and you don t shift your transaxle into P Park properly the weight of the vehicle may put too much force on the parking pawl in the transaxle You may find it difficult to pull the shift lever out of P Park This is called torque lock To prevent torque lock always be sure to shift into P Park properly before you leave the driver s seat To find out how see the Index under Shifting Into P Park When you are ready to drive move the shift lever out of P Park before you release the parking brake If torque lock does occur you may need to have another vehicle push yours a little uphill to take some of the pressure from the transaxle so you can pull the shift lever out of P Park Winter Driving Here are some tips for winter driving Have your Oldsmobile in good shape for winter Be sure your engine coolant mix is correct Snow tires can help in loose snow but they may give you less traction on ice than regular tires If you do not expect to be driving in deep snow hut may have to travel over ice you may not want to switch to snow tires at all You may want to put winter emergency supplies in your trunk Include an ice scraper a small brush or broom a supply of windshield washer fluid a r
218. take it with you If you can walk away trom your vehicle with the ignition key in your hand your vehicle is in P Park Shifting Into P Park Console Shift Leaving Your Vehicle With the CAUTION 2 Move the shift lever into the P Park Engine Runnin 9 AN It is dangerous to get out of position like this your vehicle if the shift lever Hold in the button on the lever CAUTION is not fully in P Park with the and push the lever all the way It is dangerous to leave your toward the front of your vehicle vehicle with the engine 3 Mave the ignition key to Lock running Your vehicle could move 4 Remove the key and take it with you suddenly if the enit lever is not If you can walk away from your fully in P Park with the parking vehicle with the ignition key in your hand your vehicle is in P Park parking brake firmly set Your vehicle can roll If you have left the engine running the vehicle can move suddenly You or others could be injured To be sure your vehicle won t move when you re on fairly level ground use the steps that follow If you are parking on hill or if you re pulling a trailer also see the Index under Parking on Hills or Towing a Trailer brake firmly set And if vou leave the vehicle with the engine running it could overheat and even catch fire You or others could he injured Don t leave your vehicle with the engine running unless you have to 1
219. ted Stoplight Inside Vehicle 2 Door 5 eene 2332 Inside Vehicle 4 Door eo 891 Luggage Carrier Mount He IRIS HE ME Halogen Headlights 2 Door Models ete mmis a EN 4 Door Models Side Front 2 P MERE occi rever PREX aan he erect a A Door eem BAILA Stop Tail Turn Signal Lights 3057 Luggage Compartment Ioh 280 INSIDE LIGHTS BULB JEMEN eo Loc c ide dai TP VENTRI HIM 194 Center Instrument Cluster Ambe CT o ee DOES FED Ere E INR RUE 168 194 Electronic Cluster UIN ER ANUS SITE 74 Courtesy Lights Door AR AEE Iu SEA 12864 E Rear 212 2 RERGERPRadAbeedd himii remm rre PETS DR EE ees eee ee Reading Lights REGE EROR E ERE REESE ELE 561 Inside Rearview Mirror 192 Heater amp Marii ban OS 37 High Beam Indicator 74 indicator LEME i scans hens ES PC161 Turn Signal Indicators isiin Vingt yani LAGE a 281 282 Service amp Appearance Care Engine Specifications XN Frigine Cod erret me
220. tery has enough water You don t need to add water to the Delco Freedom battery installed in every new GM vehicle But if a battery has filler caps be sure the right amount of fluid is there If it is low add water to take care of that first If you don t explosive gas could be present Battery fluid contains acid that can burn you Don t get it on you If you accidentally get it in your eyes or on your skin flush the place with water and get medical help immediately 5 Check that the jumper cables don t have loose or missing insulation If they do you could get a shock The vehicles could be damaged too Before you connect the cables here are some things you should know Positive will go to positive and negative will go to negative or a metal engine part Don t connect to or you ll get a short that would damage the battery and maybe other parts too CAUTION ZN Fans or other moving engine parts can injure you badly Keep your hands away from moving parts once the engines are running 6 Connect the red positive cable to the positive terminal of the vehicle with the dead battery Use a remote positive terminal if the vehicle has one 191 192 Jump Starting CONT 7 Don t let the other end touch metal Connect it to the positive terminal of the good battery Use a remote positive terminal if the vehicle has one 8 Now connect the bla
221. th new linings can mean premature wear and earlier replacement Follow this hreaking in guideline every time you get new brake linings Ignition Switch switch you can turn the switch to five With the ignition key in the ignition positions Accessory An position in which you can operate your radio and windshield wipers Press in the ignition switch as you turn the top of it toward you Lock The only in which you can remove the key This locks your steering wheel ignition and transaxle Off Unlocks the steering wheel ignition and transaxle but does not send electrical power to any accessories Use this position if your vehicle must be pushed or towed but never try to push start your vehicle Run An position to which the switch returns after you start vour engine and release the switch The switch stays in the Run position when the engine is running But even when the engine is not running you can use Run to operate your electrical power accessories and to display some instru ment panel warning lights Start Starts the engine When the engine starts release the key The ignition switch will return to Run for normal driving Note that even if the engine is not running the positions Accessory and Run are on positions that allow you to operate your electrical accessories such as the radia 3Ur ki OTICE 1 Wi Starting Your Engine 1
222. th or sponge and change to a clean area often A soft brush may be used if stains are stubborn 260 Lise solvent type cleaners in a well ventilated area only If you use them don t saturate the stained area ring forms after spot cleaning clean the entire area immediately or it will set Using Foam Type Cleaner on Fabric Vacuum and brush the area to remove any loose dirt Always clean a whole trim panel or section Mask surrounding trim along stitch or welt lines Mix Multi Purpose Powdered Cleaner following the directions on the container label Use suds only and apply with a clean sponge Don t saturate the material Don t rub it roughly As soon as you ve cleaned the section use a sponge to remove the suds Rinse the section with a clean wet sponge Wipe off what s left with a slightly damp paper towel or cloth Then dry it immediately with an air hose a hair dryer or a heat lamp NOTICE Wipe with a clean cloth Using Solvent Type Cleaner on Fabric First see if you have to use solvent type cleaner at all Some spots and stains will clean off better with just water and mild soap If you need to use it then Gently scrape excess soil from the trim material with a clean dull knife or scraper Use very little cleaner light pressure and clean cloths preferably cheesecloth Cleaning should start at the outside of the stain feathering t
223. the lights for improved traffic control On some multilane roads green arrows light up indicating that traffic in one or more lanes can move or make a turn Green arrows don t mean go no matter what JI You ll still need to proceed with NO N PARKING BICYOGLES u TURN The basic message of many of these signs is in pictures or graphic symbols A picture within a circle with a diagonal line across it shows what not to do caution yielding the right of way to pedestrians and sometimes to other vehicles Some traffic lights also use red arrows to signify that you must stop before turning on red REVERSIBLE LANE ON MULTILANE ROADWAY Many city roads and expressways and even bridges use reversible lane traffic control during rush hours A red X light above a lane means no driving in that lane at that time A green arrow means you may drive in that lane Look for the signs posted to warn drivers what hours and days these systems are in effect NO PASSING ZONE Pavement Markings Pavement markings add to traffic signs and signals They give information to drivers without taking attention from the roadway A solid yellow line on your side of the road or lane means Don t Cross Your Own Signals Drivers signal to others too It s not only more polite it s safer to let other drivers know what you are doing And in some places the law requires driver signals Turn and Lane Change Signals Always signal
224. these services to retain Using Your Maintenance Schedules ses 290 its safety dependability and emission Selecting the Right 8 SSE 200 control performance Schedule 1 e m n 202 S hit e d Lese cnram X 204 Explanation of Scheduled Maintenance Services 296 B Owner Checks amp Services Protection At Each Fuel Fill REG 299 Plan At Least Once a Month ttiam Mes 299 H hased the GM At Least Once Wear 2 un iia a ecd ERR E EE da 300 ave you purchas i M Protection Plan D iius aac ae UNTEN IR OR VR A Se The Plan supplements your new D A LIUDPICBBBS Leu eerte rne nmt hentai Ts 35 vehicle warranties See your E Maintenance Record Pee ey ery ee Oldsmobile dealer for details 287 Maintenance Schedule 288 Introduction A Word About Maintenance We at General Motors want to help you keep your vehicle in good working condition But we don t know exactly how you ll drive it You may drive very short distances only a few times a week Or you may drive long distances all the time in very hot dusty weather You may use your vehicle in making deliveries Or you may drive it to work to do errands or in many other ways Because of all the different ways people use their GM vehicles maintena
225. tion or may be running the red light Know the best way to get to where you are going Try not to drive around Obey all posted speed limits But trying to pick out a familiar street or remember that they are for ideal road landmark Get a city map and plan weather and visibility conditions You your trip into an unknown part of the may need to drive below the posted city just as you would for a cross limit in bad weather or when visibility country trip is especially poor Try to use the freeways that rim and Pull to the right with care and stop crisscross most large cities You ll clear of intersections when you see or save time and energy See the next hear emergency vehicles section Freeway Driving 165 Your Driving and the Road 166 Freeway Driving Mile for mile freeways also called thruways parkways expressways turnpikes or superhighways are the safest of all roads But they have their own special rules The most important advice on freeway driving is Keep up with traffic and keep to the right Drive at the same speed most of the other drivers are driving Too fast or too slow driving breaks a smooth traffic flow Treat the left lane on a freeway as a passing lane Entering the Freeway At the entrance there is usually a ramp that leads to the freeway If you have a clear view of the freeway as you drive along the entrance ramp you should begin to check traffic Try t
226. tions When most trips are less than 4 miles 6 km When most trips are less than 10 miles 16 km and outside temperatures remain below freezing When most trips include extended idling and or frequent low speed operation as in stop and go traffic When towing a trailer When operating in dusty areas Schedule I should also be followed if ihe vehicle is used for delivery service police taxi or other commercial applications An Emission Control Sernice amp The U S Environmental Protection Agency has determined that the failure to perform this maintenance item will not nullify the emission warranty or limit recall liability prior ta the completion af vehicle useful life General Motors however urges that al recommended maintenance services be performed at the indicated interoals and the maintenance be recorded Section E Maintenance Record TO BE SERVICED See Explanation of Scheduled Maintenance Services Hori Schedules 1 and WHEN TO PERFORM Miles dilometers or Monts jutichever Mies 000 O00 Loc and I EN E NN es following Schedules 1 and i n Qui EGR nem pm 30000 Miles 50 000 km 341 Code X engine as onli Every 30000 Miles 50 000 kan Camshaft Timing BAL murat VIN te The services shown in this schedule up to 48 000 miles 80 000 k
227. tly Your vehicle or exhaust system had been modified improperly If you ever suspect exhaust is coming into your vehicle Drive it only with all the windows down to blow out any CO and Have it fixed immediately 66 Running Your Engine While You re Parked t s better not to park with the engine running But if you ever have to here are some things to know CAUTION ZN Idling the engine with the air system control OFF could allow dangerous exhaust into your vehicle see the earlier CAUTION under Engine Exhaust Also idling in closed in place can let deadly carbon monoxide CO into your vehicle even if the fan switch is at the highest setting One place this can happen is a garage Exhaust with CO can come in easily NEVER park in a garage with the engine running Another closed in place can be a blizzard See the Index under Blizzard It can be dangerous to get out af your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in P Park with the parking brake firmly set Your vehicle can roll Don t leave your vehicle when the engine is running unless you have to If you ve left the engine running the vehicle can move suddenly You or others could be injured To he sure your vehicle won t move even when you re on fairly level ground always set your parking brake and move the shift lever to P Park It you are parking on a hill or if you re pulling a trailer also see the Index under Parking on Hills or Towing a
228. to turn on The defogger will turn off automatically after about 10 minutes of use If you turn it on again the defogger will operate for about five minutes only You can also turn the defogger off by turning off the ignition or pressing the R DEFOG button again Do not attach a temporary vehicle license across the defogger grid on the rear window NOME oett ele on the indide of the rear window If you do you could cut or damage the warming grid and the repairs wouldn t be covered by your warranty y m Electronic Climate Control OPTION This system allows you to set the temperature yau want It also lets you choose automatic air flow and direction control or air flow and direction settings you select Your vehicle also has the flow through ventilation system described later in this section The digital screen displays the outside temperature the inside temperature setting and the fan speed When you select the AUTO mode the air conditioner compressor will operate if the outside temperature is above freezing TEMP The air conditioner compressor also operates in DEFOG DEF Defrost and BI LEV Bi Level when the outside temperature is above freezing COOL WARM Sets the interior temperature you want Press COOL to lower the inside temperature setting press WARM to raise the setting The temperature you set will be displayed on the digital screen Once you set the temperature the s
229. tor will appear on the digital screen for five seconds 2 Press and hold SCAN until the correct hour appears on the display 3 Press SET again Press and hold SEEK or SEEK V until the correct minute appears on the display AM FM Stereo Radio The digital display indicates information on time or radio station frequency the AM or FM radio band whether the station is in stereo and other radio functions VOLUME Turn the upper knob to turri the radio On or off OF TO adjust volume Press it to change the display between the clock and the radio station frequency when the radio is on The control ring behind the VOLUME knob adjusts the left right speaker halance TUNE This knob has two functions Turn it to the left or right to tune in radio stations the radio station frequency will be displayed on the digital screen Press this knob to change between the AM and FM bands 119 Comfort Controls amp Audio Systems 120 Stereo Radio conr The control ring behind the TUNE knob adjusts the front rear speaker balance TREB Treble Slide this lever up to increase treble or down to decrease it BASS Slide this lever up to increase bass or down to decrease it SCAN Press to listen for a few seconds ta the next station on the AM or FM band the scan will continue every few seconds until you press SCAN again to stop on a particular station You can also press the upper knob VOLUME to stop the s
230. u slide the knab all the way up to INT your courtesy or interior lights will come on To turn instrument panel lights on to full intensity with the headlights on slide the control knob to Fog Lights OPTION Use your fog lights for better vision in foggy or misty conditions To turn fog lights on push the switch Push the switch again to turn the fog lights off When using fog lights the parking lights or low beam headlights must be on The fog lights will go off whenever the high bear headlights come on When the high beams go off the fog lights will come on again Front Reading Map Lights OPTION These um are part of the rearview mirror They go on when you open the doors When the doors are closed turn them on and off with the switch To avoid draining your vehicle battery s power be sure to turn off all front and rear reading lights when leaving your vehicle 9 Features amp Controls 80 These lights are part of your dome light Press the switch nearest the light you want on Press the switch again to turn the light off Dome Reading Lights oPrioN j Rear Reading Lights OPTION These lights go on when you open the doors To turn on the reading lights when the doors are closed push the button in Push the button again to tum the light off Inside Manual Day Night Rearview Mirror To reduce glare from lights behind you pull the lever toward you to the night
231. ublication for that model year This means you may want to wait until the end af the model year before ordering an index if you are interested in buying PSP s pertaining to a current model year car or truck Some PSP s pertaining to a particular model year vehicle may be published in later years and these would be listed in the later year s index When you order an index for a model year that is not over yet we ll send you the most recently published issue Check the ordering farm for indexes for earlier model years Cut out the ordering form fill it out and mail it in We will then see to it that an index is mailed to you There is no charge for indexes for the 1989 1993 model years Toll Free Telephone Number If vou want an additional ordering form for an index or a subscription just call toll free and we ll be happy to send you one Automated recording equipment will take vour name and mailing address The number to call is 1 800 551 4123 Copies at Participating Dealers Copies af indexes and individual PSP s are at your participating Oldsmobile dealer You can ask to see them A Very Important Reminder These PSP s are meant for technicians They are not meant for the do it yourselfer Technicians have the equipment tools safety instructions and know how to do a job quickly and safely Oldsmobile Service Publications You can get these hy using the following order form They include Product
232. uctions will show you how B Put the hook on the free end through the slot in the latch plate 9 To make it tight pull the belt while you push down on the child restraint If the belt won t stay tight switch it end for end 10 Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure To Remove the Infant Child Seat Restraint 2 Push the spring on the hook near the 1 Push the button on the safety belt door and remove the special belt buckle and remove the special latch 3 Put the belt away in a safe place in plate Leave the latch plate on the your vehicle so it won t fly around in special belt a crash and injure someone 4 Remember to reattach the automatic belt again once the child restraint is removed Be sure it isn t twisted Larger Children Children who have outgrown child restraints should wear the vehicle s safety belts If vou have the choice a child should sit next to a window so the child can wear a lap shoulder belt and get the additional restraint a shoulder belt can provide Accident statistics show that children are safer if they are restrained in the rear scat But they need to use the safety belts properly Children who aren t buckled up can be thrown out in a crash 29 Seats amp Safety Belts Larger Children cowr CAUTION Children who aren t buckled up can Q What if a child is wearing a lap strike other people who are
233. uid Automatic Transaxle 4231 Brake 278 Capacities ME Power Steering 237 279 Windshield Washer w 237 279 Fluids amp Lubricants 278 Fog Driving in 164 Fog Lights m Four Way Power Articulation Control 14 Freeway Driving French Manual re Fuel Meus a 219 Alcohol in Fuel 219 Capacity M on yr 277 Exhaust Warnings 66 Filling Your Tank 221 277 Fuels with Alcohol 219 In Foreign Countries CHEER ER chain 220 Low Fuel Warning Light 95 Requirements pam xr Fuses amp Circuit Breakers 270 Coolant UTE 121 4 94 98 Gas Station Information 336 EAE prenna AAA 219 Gasoline Tank Filling Your e 221 277 Gear Positions see Shifting the Transaxle Gearshift Lever see Shifting the Transaxle Glove Box 2M Graphic Equalizer see Audio Systems alogen Bulbs 240 280 Hazard Warning Flashers 188 Headlight amp Taillight Removing and Replacing du 243 280 Headlights iniiis 76 Aim of the Checking 241 Flash to Pass 78 High Low Beam 78 On Reminder 77
234. upplied with your vehicle Operation When you press and release UNLOCK the driver s door will unlock and the interior lights will come on They ll stay on for 40 seconds or until you turn the ignition to ON Press and release UNLOCK a second time within five seconds to unlock the passenger door or doors To lock all doors press DOOR interior lights will come on for two seconds to show the lock function has worked If you first press UNLOCK and then press DOOR within 40 seconds the interior lights will stay on until the 40 seconds are over Press to unlock the trunk Your interior lights will not come on Matching Transmitter s to Your Vehicle Each keychain transmitter is coded to prevent another transmitter from unlocking your vehicle If a transmitter is lost or stolen a replacement can be purchased through your dealer Remember to bring the remaining transmitter with you when you go to your dealer When the dealer matches the replacement transmitter to your vehicle the remaining transmitter must also be matched Once the new transmitter is coded the lost transmitter will not unlock your vehicle You can match a transmitter to as many vehicles as you own provided they are equipped with exactly the same model system General Motors offers several different models of these systems on their vehicles Each vehicle can have only two transmitters matched to it See your dealer to matc
235. ured within the restraint to help reduce the chance of personal injury The instructions that come with the infant or child restraint will show you how to do that 31 Seats amp Safety Belts 32 Where to Put the Restraint Accident statistics show that children are safer if they are restrained in the rear rather than the front seat We at General Motors therefore recommend that you put your child restraint in the rear seat unless the child is an infant and you re the only adult in the vehicle In that case you might want to secure the restraint in the front seat where you can keep an eye on the baby Wherever you install it be sure to secure the child restraint properly CAUTION i j ay D i TN IT m L I H P ed Top Strap Securing a Child Restraint in a If your child restraint has a top strap it Rear Outside Position should be anchored If you need to have an anchor installed you can ask your Oldsmobile dealer to put it in for you If you want to install an anchor yourself your dealer can tell you how to do it Vehicles first sold in Canada have child restraint anchor bracket hardware in the glove box along with instructions for installing it This should be used only with a child restraint and only to secure a child restraint at a rear seating position Additional anchor brackets for child restraints at the rear seating positions are availab
236. urn from the socket bulb assembly by under Replacement Bulbs counterclockwise to remove it lifting the plastic locking tab 1 Remove the two large plastic screws 4 Snap a new bulb assembly into the and pull the carpet away from the wiring harness rear corner of the trunk m 5 Replace the bulb assembly by reversing step one 247 248 Taillight Bulb Replacement CONT 3 To remove the bulb pull it from the assembly 4 Reverse all steps to reassemble the taillight housing Taillight Bulb Replacement 4 DOOR MODELS For the type of bulb see the Index under Replacement Bulbs 1 Remove the two large plastic screws and pull the carpet away from the rear corner of the trunk 2 Remove the two wing nuts 3 Pull the taillight housing away from the body of the vehicle 4 Press the bulh housing release lever and turn the housing s tum counterclockwise to remove it 5 To replace the bulh pull it from the assembly 6 Reverse all steps to reassemble the taillight Fog Light Bulb Replacement Oldsmobile recommends that you not change your fog light bulb unless you have the proper aiming equipment See your Oldsmobile dealer for help with this 249 Service amp Appearance Care Windshield Wiper Blade Loading Your Vehicle Replacement Two labels on your vehicle show how your vehicle called the GVWR Gross Replacement blades come in different much weight it may properly car
237. ust your seat for proper position first then adjust the contour To adjust the driver s seat move the selector switch to LT To adjust the passenger seat move the selector switch to RT To lock controls leave the selector switch in the middle 14 There are Four Adjustment Switches Lumbar Support Hold the switch forward to raise the area behind the small of the back Hold the switch rearward to lower Head Support Hold the switch forward to move the head restraint forward Hold rearward to move it back Thigh Support Hold the switch forward to raise the thigh area Hold the switch rearward to lower Side Bolster Support Hold the switch forward to raise the outsides of the seat Hold the switch rearward to lower ve Reclining Front Seatbacks Lift the lever to release the seatback then tilt the seatback forward or backward as desired Release the lever to lock the seatback in place But don t have a seatback reclined if your vehicle is moving CAUTION Sitting in a reclined position when your vehicle is in motion can be dangerous Even if you buckle up your safety belts can t do their job when you re reclined like this The shoulder belt can t do its job because it won t be against your body Instead it will be in front of you In a crash you could go into it receiving neck or other injuries Slide the head restraint up or down so that the top of the restraint is c
238. wise Then remove the jack 6 If there is a wheel cover remove it by using the wedge end of the socket wrench to pry gently in a notch at the edge af the center cap Do not use a tool that is narrower such s a screwdriver to pry in this notch You may damage the wheel cover or the center cap You may also have plastic nut caps Loosen the plastic nut caps with the wheel wrench They won t come off Then pry along the edge of the wheel cover until it comes off 7 If your vehicle has exposed wheel nut caps remove them using the wheel nut wrench B Using the wheel wrench loosen all the wheel nuts Don t remove them yet 207 Changing a Flat Tire CAUTION 98 Attach the socket end of the wheel 10 Position the jack and raise the jack Dus wrench to the jack Turn the wheel head until it fits firmly into the wrench clockwise to raise the jack notch in the vehicle s frame nearest pig add head a few inches the flat tire Do not raise the vehicle er pers vet Put the compact spare tire near you NOTICE Raising your vehicle with the jack improperly positioned will damage the vehicle or may allow the vehicle to fall off the jack Be sure to fit the jack lift head into the proper location before raising your vehicle 208 11 Raise the vehicle by rotating the wheel wrench clockwise Raise the vehicle far enough so there s enough room for the spare tire to f
239. x4 wood beam across sling chains against the bottom of the cradle horns Towing from the Front Towing from the Rear Vehicle Hook up Vehicle Hook up All Models Before hooking up to a tow truck be h te safety chai d sure to read all the information on in ae ami pi A UN Towing Your Oldsmabile earlier in this control arm section 1 Attach T hook chains on both sides in the slotted holes in the bottom of the floor pan support rails just ahead of the rear wheels 196 2 Position the lower sling crossbar just ahead of the rear bumper Dual Exhausts If your vehicle is equipped with dual exhausts center the sling between exhaust pipes 3 Attach a separate safety chain around the outboard end of each lower control arm Engine Overheating You will find a coolant temperature gage or the warning light about a hot engine on your Oldsmobile s instrument panel You also have a low coolant warning light on your instrument panel See the Index under Coolant Temperature Gage Tor the gage cluster NOTICE CAUTION N Steam from an overheated engine can burn you badly even if you just open the hood Stay away from the engine if you see or hear steam coming from it Just turn it off and get everyone away from the vehicle until it cools down Wait until there is no sign of steam or coolant before opening the hood If you keep driving when your engine is overheated the
240. y If other cars are lined up to pass slow vehicle wait your turn But take care that someone isn t trying to pass you as you pull out to pass the slow vehicle Remember to glance over your shoulder and check the blind spot Check your mirrors glance over your shoulder and start your left lane change signal before moving out of the right lane to pass When you are far enough ahead of the passed vehicle to see its front in your inside mirror activate your right lane change signal and move back into the right lane Remember that your right autside mirror is convex The vehicle you just passed may seem to be farther away from you than it really is Try not to pass more than one vehicle at a time on two lane roads Reconsider before passing the next vehicle Don t overtake a slowly moving vehicle too rapidly Even though the brake lights are not flashing it may be slowing down or starting to turn If you re being passed make it easy for the following driver to get ahead of you Perhaps you can ease a little to the right 157 Your Driving and the Road 158 Loss of Control Let s review what driving experts say about what happens when the three control systems brakes steering and acceleration don t have enough friction where the tires meet the road to do what the driver has asked In any emergency don t give up Keep trying to steer and constantly seek an escape route or area of les
241. y can often be worse for vision than rain especially if it comes from a dirty road So it is wise to keep your wiping equipment in good shape and keep your windshield washer tank filled Replace your windshield wiper inserts when they show signs of streaking or missing areas on the windshield or when strips of rubber start to separate from the inserts CAUTION Driving too fast through large water puddles or even going through some car N washes can cause problems too The water may affect your brakes Try to avoid puddles But if you can t try to slow down before you hit them Hydroplaning Hydroplaning is dangerous So much water can build up under your tires that they can actually ride on the water This can happen if the road is wet enough and you re going fast enough When your vehicle is hydroplaning it has little or no contact with the road You might not be aware of hydra planing You could drive along for some time without realizing your tires aren t in constant contact with the road You could find out the hard way when you have to slow turn move out to pass or if you get hit by a gust of wind You could suddenly find yourself out of control Hydroplaning doesn t happen often But it can if your tires haven t much tread or if the pressure in one or more is law It can happen if a lot of water is standing on the road If vou can see reflections from trees telephone poles or other vehicles and ra
242. y helt works the same way as the driver s safety belt See the Index under Driver Position Right Front Passenger Position Adjust the seat to see how see the Index under Seat Controls so you can sit up straight Move your seat far enough forward that your feet touch the part of the vehicle that is called the toeboard A That way you d be less likely to slide under the lap belt in a crash Center Passenger Position If your vehicle has a bench seat someone can sit in the center position When you sit in a center seating position you have a lap safety belt which has no retractor To make the belt longer tilt the latch plate and pull it along the belt To make the belt shorter pull its free end as shown until the belt is snug Buckle position and release it the same way as the lap part of a lap shoulder belt If the belt isn t long enough see the Index under Safety Belt Extender Make sure the release button on the buckle faces upward or outward so you would be able to unbuckle it quickly if you ever had to Rear Seat Passengers It s very important for rear seat passengers to buckle up Accident statistics show that unbelted people in the rear seat are hurt more often in crashes than those who are wearing safety belts Rear passengers who aren t safety belted can be thrown out of the vehicle in a crash And they can strike others in the vehicle who are wearing safety belts 27 28 R
243. you do if this ever happens Let up on the brake or accelerator pedal steer the vehicle the way you want it to go and slow down Speed limit signs near curves warn that you should adjust your speed Of course the posted speeds are based on good weather and road conditions Under less favorable conditions you ll want to go slower If you need to reduce your speed as you approach a curve do it before you enter the curve while your front wheels are straight ahead Try to adjust your speed so you can drive through the curve Maintain a reasonable steady speed Wait to accelerate until you are out of the curve and then accelerate gently into the straightaway When you drive into a curve at night it s harder to see the road ahead of you because it bends away from the straight beams of your lights This is one good reason to drive slower Steering in Emergencies There are times when steering can be more effective than braking For example you come over a hill and find a truck stopped in your lane or a car suddenly pulls out from nowhere or a child darts out from between parked cars and stops right in front of you You can avoid these problems by braking if you can stop in time But sometimes you can t there isn t room That s the time for evasive action steering around the problem Your Oldsmobile can perform very well in emergencies like these First apply your brakes but unless you have anti lock not
244. ystem will try to maintain the set temperature whether you are using the heating or cooling controls But if you set the temperature for 60 F 16 C or 90 F 32 C the fan will stay on high speed unless you select a different speed Your system has an interior temperature sensor that detects increased interior 113 Comfort Controls amp Audio Systems 114 m Electronic Climate Control Cont temperature caused by sunlight To keep you comfortable it reduces the interior temperature by as much as 5 F 3 C below the setting on the digital screen AUTO To allow the system to automatically control the temperature air distribution and fan speed 1 Set the temperature you want with the COOL WARM switch 2 Press the AUTO switch The AUTO symbol will appear on the digital SCECETI The system will approach the temperature you select as quickly as possible For most efficient operation just set the system temperature where you would like it and drive away OUTS TEMP Press to have the outside temperature displayed on the digital screen Press again to return to the inside temperature setting If the system is left in the outside temperature mode the outside temperature will be displayed except when changing the inside temperature setting using the COOL WARM switch The display will return to the outside temperature setting in about five seconds Use the following controls when the system 15 n

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