1997 Oldsmobile Cutlass Owners Manual

The 1997 Oldsrnobile Cutlass Owner’s Manual

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Seats and Restraint Systems This section tells you how to use your seats and safety belts properly. It also explains the “SRS” system. Features and Controls This section explains how to start and operate your Oldsmobile. Comfort Controls and Audio Systems This section tells you how to adjust the ventilation and comfort controls and how to operate your audio system. Your Driving and the Road Here you’ll fiid helpful information and tips about the road and how to drive under different conditions. Problems on the Road This section tells what to do if you have a problem while driving, such as a flat tire or overheated engine, Service and Appearance Care Here the manual tells you how to keep your Oldsmobile running properly and looking good. Maintenance Schedule This section tells you when to perform vehicle maintenance and what fluids and lubricants to use. Customer Assistance Information This section tells you how to contact Oldsmobile for assistance and how to get service and owner publications. It also gives you information on “Reporting Safety Defects” on page 8-8. 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.

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How to Use this Manual Many people read their owner’s manual from beginning to end when they first receive their new vehicle. If you do this, it 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.

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Index A good place to look for what you need is the Index in the back of the manual. It’s an alphabetical list of all what’s in the manual, and the page number where you’ll find it. Safety Warnings and Symbols You will find a number of safety cautions in this book. We use a box and the word CAUTION to tell you about things that could hurt you the warning.

if you were to ignore

These mean there is something that could hurt you or other people.

In the caution area, we tell you what 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.

the hazard is. Then

You will also find a circle with a slash through it in this book. This safety symbol means ‘Don’t,” “Don’t do this,” or “Don’t let this happen.”

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Vehicle Damage Warnings Also in this book you will fimd these notices:

NOTICE:

These mean there is something that could damage your vehicle.

In the 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 the damage. When you read other manuals, you might see CAUTION and NOTICE warnings in different colors or in different words. You’ll also see warning labels on your vehicle. They use the same words, CAUTION or NOTICE.

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Vehicle Symbols These are some of the symbols you may find on your vehicle.

For example, these symbols are used on an original battery:

CAUTION POSSIBLE INJURY

PROTECT EYES BY SHIELDING

CAUSTIC BAllERY ACID COULD CAUSE BURNS

AVOID SPARKS OR FLAMES

SPARK OR FLAME COULD EXPLODE BATIERY

These symbols are important for you and your passengers whenever your vehicle is driven:

DOOR LOCK UNLOCK

FASTEN SEAT BELTS

These symbols have to do with your lamps:

These symbols are on some of your controls:

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TURN

WINDSHIELD WIPER

WINDSHIELD DEFROSTER

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WINDOW DEFOGGER

FOG LAMPS # 0

VENTILATING

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These symbols are used on warning and indicator lights:

Here are some other symbols you may see:

COOLANT TEMP

BAllERY CHARGING SYSTEM

BRAKE

COOLANT

ENGINE OIL PRESSURE

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Section 1 Seats and Restraint Systems

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 air bags and safety belts.

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Seats and Controls Manual Seats Power Seats Reclining Front Seatbacks Rear Seats Why Safety Belts Work Questions Many People Ask About Safety Belts How to Wear Safety Belts Properly Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster

Air Baps

Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy

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Safety Belt Comfort Guides

Important Information for Buckling Children in Child Restraints

Top Straps 1-37 Child Restraint 1-47 How to Obtain a Safety Belt Extender 1-47 Checking 1-47 Replacing Parts After a Crash

Your Restraint Systems

Move the lever under the front seat to unlock it. Slide the seat to where you want it. Then release the lever and try to move the seat with your body, seat is locked into place.

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6-Way Power Seat (If Equipped)

the bottom

Move the seat higher by lifting and holding of the button. Lower the seat by pushing and holding the top of the button. To move the seat forward, push the rear of the button forward. To move the seat backward, push the front of the button rearward. Raise the front of the seat by lifting and holding the bottom front end of the button. Lower the front of the seat by pushing and holding the bottom of the front end of the seat. Raise the rear of the seat by lifting and holding the bottom rear of the button. Lower the rear of the seat by pushing and holding the top rear of the button.

The power set button is located on the lower, left side of the driver’s seat. This button allows you to move the seat up, down, forward and backward. It also moves the front of the seat up or down and the rear or down.

of the seat up

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their job when

Sitting in a reclined position when your vehicle is in motion can be dangerous. Even up, your safety belts can’t do you’re reclined like this. The shoulder belt can’t do its 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. 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.

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CAUTION: (Continued)

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.

Head Restraints Slide the head restraint up or down so that the top of the restraint is closest to the top of your ears. This position reduces the chance of a neck injury in a crash.

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Rear Seats Folding Rear Seat

To open the folding rear seat, open the trunk and pull one or both of the tethers located on the left side of the trunk. The leaf-hand tether will open the larger side of the seatback. The right-hand tether will open the smaller side of the seatback. Once a tether is pulled, the seatback can be pushed open through the trunk, or pulled open from inside the vehicle. To close the folding rear seat from inside the car, push the seatback up until you hear a click. Then pull on the seatback to make sure it is secure.

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It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area, inside or outside of a vehicle. In a collision, people riding in these areas are more likely to be seriously injured or killed. Do not allow people to ride in any area of your vehicle that is not equipped with seats and safety belts. Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in a seat safety belt properly.

and using a

Safety Belts: They’re for Everyone This part of the manual tells you how to use safety belts properly. It also tells you some things you should not do with safety belts. And it explains the Supplemental Restraint System (SRS), or air bag system.

A CAUTION:

Don’t let anyone ride where he or she can’t wear a safety belt 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 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.

Your vehicle has a light that comes on as a reminder to buckle up. (See “Safety Belt Reminder Light” in the Index.)

Why Safety Belts Work When you ride in or on anything, you go as fast as it goes.

In most 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 you do have a crash, you don’t know if it will be a bad one. A few crashes are mild, and some crashes can be so serious 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 have been badly hurt or killed. After more than 25 years of safety belts in vehicles, the facts are clear. In most crashes buckling up does matter . . . a lot!

Take the simplest vehicle. Suppose it’s on wheels.

just a seat

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Get it up to speed. Then stop the vehicle. The rider doesn’t stop.

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The person keeps going until stopped by something. In a real vehicle, it could be the windshield ...

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Q: If I’m a good driver, and I never drive far from

home, why should I wear safety belts?

A: You may be an excellent driver, but if you’re in an accident -- even one that isn’t your fault -- 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.

How to Wear Safety Belts Properly Adults This part is only for people of adult size. Be aware that there are special things to know about safety belts and children. And there are different rules for smaller children and babies. If a child will be riding in your Oldsmobile, see the part of this manual called “Children.” Follow those rules for everyone’s protection. First, you’ll want to know which restraint systems your vehicle has. We’ll start with the driver position. Driver Position This part describes the driver’s restraint system. Lap-Shoulder Belt The driver has a lap-shoulder belt. Here’s how to wear it properly. 1. Close and lock the door. 2. Adjust the seat (to see how, see “Seats” in the Index)

so you can sit up straight.

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5. To make the lap part tight, pull down on the buckle end of the belt as you pull up on the shoulder belt.

low and snug on In a crash, this applies

The lap part of the belt should be worn the hips, just touching the thighs. 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 crash, or if you pull the belt very quickly out of the retractor.

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@ What’s wrong with this?

A CAUTION:

You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt is too loose. In a crash, you would move forward too much, which could increase injury. The shoulder belt should fit against your body.

A: The shoulder belt is too loose. It won’t give nearly

as much protection this way.

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&.' What's wrong with this?

A: The belt is buckled in the wrong place.

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.

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Q: What’s wrong with this?

A: The belt is twisted across the body.

You can be seriously injured by a twisted belt. In a crash, you wouldn’t have the full width of the belt to spread impact forces. If a belt is twisted, make it straight so it can work properly, or ask your retailer to fix it.

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Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy Safety belts work for everyone, inclwling pregnant women. w like all occupants, they are more likely to be seriously injured if they don't wear safety belts.

A pregnant woman should wear a lap-shoulder belt, a d the lap portion should be worn as low as possible, below the rounding, 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. Right Front Passenger Position The right front passenger’s safety belt works the same way as the driver’s safety belt. See “Driver Position,” earlier in this section. Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) This part explains the Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) or air bag system. Your Oldsmobile has two air bags -- one air bag for the driver and another air bag for the right front passenger.

Here are the most important things to know about the air bag system:

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You can be severely injured or killed in a crash if‘

you aren’t wearing your safety belt -- even if you have air bags. Wearing your safety belt during a crash helps reduce your chance of hitting things inside the vehicle or being ejected from it. Air bags are “supplemental restraints” to the safety belts. All air bags are designed to work with safety belts, but don’t replace them. Air bags are designed to work only in moderate to severe crashes where the front of your vehicle hits something. They aren’t designed to inflate at all in rollover, rear, side or low-speed frontal safety belt properly -- whether or not there’s an crashes. Everyone in your vehicle should wear

air bag for that person.

There.is ;an air bag readiness light 011 the instrument panel, which shows the air bag symbol.

How the Air Bag System Works

Where are the air bags? The driver’s air bag is in the middle of the steering wheel.

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If something is between an occupant and an air bag, the bag might not inflate properly or it might force the object into that person. The path of an inflating air bag must be kept clear. Don’t put anything between an occupant and an air bag, and don’t attach or put anything on the steering wheel hub or on or near any other air bag covering.

When should an air bag inflate? An air bag is designed to inflate in a moderate to severe frontal or near-frontal crash. The air bag will inflate only if the impact speed is above the system’s designed “threshold level.” If your vehicle goes straight into a is wall that doesn’t move or deform, the threshold level about 9 to 16 mph (14 to 26 km/h). The threshold level can vary, however, with specific vehicle design, so that If your it can be somewhat above or below this range. vehicle strikes something that will move or deform, such as a parked car, the threshold level will be higher. The air bag is not designed to inflate in rollovers, side impacts or rear impacts, because inflation would not help the occupant. In any particular crash, no one can say whether an air bag should have inflated simply because of the damage to a vehicle or because of what the repair costs were. Inflation is determined by the angle of the impact and how quickly the vehicle slows down in frontal or near-frontal impacts.

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What makes an air bag inflate? In an impact of sufficient severity, the air bag sensing system detects that the vehicle is in a crash. The sensing system triggers a release of gas from the inflator, which inflates the air bag. The inflator, air bag and related hardware are all part of the air bag modules inside the steering wheel and in the instrument panel in front of the right front passenger. How does an air bag restrain? In moderate to severe frontal or near-frontal collisions, even belted occupants can contact the steering wheel or the instrument panel. Air bags supplement the protection provided by safety belts. Air bags distribute the force of the impact more evenly over the occupant’s upper body, stopping the occupant more gradually. But air bags would not help you in many types of collisions, including rollovers, rear impacts and side impacts, primarily because an occupant’s motion is not toward those air bags. Air bags should never be regarded as anything more than a supplement to safety belts, and then only in moderate to severe frontal or near-frontal collisions.

the air bag

What will you see after an air bag inflates? After an air bag inflates, it quickly deflates, so quickly that some people may not even realize inflated. Some components of the air bag module -- the steering wheel hub for the driver’s air bag, or the instrument panel for the right front passenger’s bag -- will be hot for a short time. The parts of the bag that come into contact with you may be warm, but not too hot to touch. There will be some smoke and dust coming from vents in the deflated air bags. Air bag inflation doesn’t prevent the driver from seeing or from being able to steer the vehicle, nor does it stop people from leaving the vehicle.

When an air bag inflates, there is dust in the air. This dust could cause breathing problems for people with a history of asthma or other breathing trouble. To avoid this, everyone in the it is safe to do so. vehicle should get out as soon as If you have breathing problems but can’t get out of the vehicle after an air bag inflates, then get fresh air by opening a window or door.

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NOTICE:

If you damage the covering for the driver’s or the right front passenger’s air bag, the bag may not work properly. You may have to replace the air bag module in the steering wheel or both the air bag module and the instrument panel for the right front passenger’s air bag. Do not open or break the air bag coverings.

In many crashes severe enough to inflate an air bag, windshields are broken by vehicle deformation. Additional windshield breakage may also occur from the right front passenger air bag.

Air bags are designed to inflate only once. After they inflate, you’ll need some new parts for your air bag system. If you don’t get them, the air bag system won’t be there to help protect you in another crash. A new system will include air bag modules and possibly other parts. The service manual for your vehicle covers the need to replace other parts. Your vehicle is equipped with a crash sensing and diagnostic module, which records information about the air bag system. The module records information about the readiness of the system, when the sensors are activated and driver’s safety belt usage at deployment. air Let only qualified technicians work on your bag system. Improper service can mean that your air bag system won’t work properly. See your retailer for service.

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Rear Seat Outside Passenger Positions

Lap-Shoulder Belt The po8sitions next to the windows have lap-shoulder belts. Here's how to wear one properly.

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1. Pick up the latch plate and pull the'belt across you.

Don't let it get twisted. The shoulder belt may lock if you pull the belt across you very quickly. If this happens, let the belt go back slightly to unlock it. Then pull the belt across you more slowly.

2. Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks.

The safety belt locks if there's a sudden stop or a crash, or if you pull the belt very quickly out of the retractor.

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You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt is too loose. In a crash, you would move forward too much, which could increase injury. The shoulder belt should fit against your body.

To unlatch the belt, just push the button on the buckle. Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides for Children and Small Adults Rear shoulder belt comfort guides will provide added safety belt comfort for children who have outgrown child restraints and for small adults. When installed on a shoulder belt, the comfort guide pulls the belt away from the neck and head.

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Children

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it orily 25'mph (40 kaalh),, a 12-lb. (5.5 kg) baby will suddenly become a 240-lb. (110 kg) force on your arms. The baby would be almost impossible to hold. Secure the baby in an infant restraint.

Never hold a baby in your arms while ridiqg i;a a

vehicle. A baby doesn't wei,gh much -- until a

crash. Daring a crash a baby will become so heavy you can't hold it. For example, in a crash

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Child Restraints Be sure the child restraint is designed to be used in a vehicle. If it is, it will have a label saying that it meets Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards. Then follow the instructions for the restraint. You may find these instructions on the restraint itself or in a booklet, or both. These restraints use the belt system in your vehicle, but the child also has to be secured 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. Where to Put the Restraint Accident statistics show that children are safer if they are restrained in the rear rather than General Motors therefore recommend that you put your child restraint in the rear seat. Never put a rear-facing child restraint in the front passenger seat. Here’s why:

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A child in a rear-facing child restraint can be seriously injured if the right front passenger’s air bag inflates. This is because the back of a rear-facing child restraint would be very close to the inflating air bag. Always secure a rear-facing child restraint in the rear seat. You may, however, secure a forward-facing child restraint in the right front seat. Before you secure a forward-facing child restraint, always move the front passenger seat as far back as it will go. Or, secure the child restraint in the rear seat.

Wherever you install it, be sure to secure the child restraint properly. Keep in mind that an unsecured child restraint can move around in a collision or sudden stop and injure people the vehicle. Be sure to properly secure any child restraint in your vehicle -- even when no child is in it.

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Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Outside seat Position

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4. Buckle the^ belt. Make sure the release button is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickfy if you ever had to.

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5. Buckle tkbelt. Make sure the release button is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you everhad to.

6. To tighten the belt, pull its free end whileyou push on

child restraint.

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You’ll be using the lap-shedder belt. See the eadier part about the top strap if the child restraint has one. 1. Because your vehicle has a right front passenger air

bag, always move the seat as far back as it will go before securing a forward-facing child restraint. (See “Seats” in the Index.)

2. h t 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. Pick up the latch plate, and run the lap and shoulder

portions of the vehicle’s safety belt through or - around the restraint. The child restraint instructions will show you how.

Securing a ChiidRestraint in the Right Front Seat Position

Your vehicle has a right front passenger air bag. Never put a rear-facing child restraint in this seat. Here’s why:

A child in a rear-facing child restraint can be seriously injured if the right front passenger’s air i bag inflates. This is because the back of a rearfacing child restraint would be very close to the inflating air bag. Always secure a rear-facing child restraint in the rear seat.

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Larger Children

6. To tighten the belt, pull up on the shoulder belt while

you push down on the child restraint.

7. 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.

Children who have outgrown child restraints should wear the vehicle’s safety belts. If you 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.

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Accident statistics show that children are safer if they are restrained in the rear seat. But they need to use the safety belts properly. 0 Children who aren’t buckled up can be thrown out in

a crash. Children who aren’t buckled up can strike other people who are.

Never do this. Here two children are wearing the same belt. The belt can’t properly spread the impact forces. In a crash, the two children can be crushed together and seriously injured. A belt must be used by only one person at a time.

@ What if a child is wearing a lap-shoulder belt, but the child is so 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 sitting in a rear seat outside position, see “Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides” in the Index. 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.

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.

Safety Belt Extender If the vehicle’s safety belt will fasten around you, you should use it. But if a safety belt isn’t long enough to fasten, your retailer 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 be 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. Checking Your Restraint Systems Now and then, make sure the safety belt reminder light and all your belts, buckles, latch plates, retractors and anchorages are working properly. Look for any other loose or damaged safety belt system parts. If you see anything that might keep a safety belt doing its job, have it repaired. in a Torn or frayed safety belts may not protect you crash. They can rip apart under impact forces. If a belt torn or frayed, get a new one right away. Also look for any opened or broken air bag covers, and have them repaired or replaced. (The air bag system does not need regular maintenance.)

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Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash 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 belts are cut or damaged, replace them. Collision darnage also may mean you will need to have safety belt or seat parts repaired or replaced. New parts and repairs may be necessary even if the belt wasn’t being used at the time of the collision. If your seat adjuster won’t work after a crash, part of the safety belt that goes through the seat to the adjuster may need to be replaced. If an air bag inflates, you’ll need to replace air bag system parts. See the part on the air bag system earlier in this section.

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Section 2 Features and Controls

Here you can learn about the many standard and optional features on your Oldsmobile, and shifting and braking. Also explained are the instrument panel and the warning systems that working properly -- and what to do if you have a problem.

infomation on starting, tell you if everything is

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Important Information About Keys Door Locks Operation of Child Security Locks Remote Lock Control Battery Replacement for Remote Lock Control Preventing Theft of Your Vehicle New Vehicle “Break-In” Ignition Positions Tips on Starting Your Engine Using the Engine Coolant Heater Automatic Transaxle Operation Second-Gear Start Parking Brake Guidelines Important Information on Engine Exhaust Operation of Your Windows

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Adjusting the Tilt Steering Wheel Functions of the Multifunction Lever How to Use the High/Low-Beam Headlamp Changer Windshield Wipers and Fluid Using Cruise Control Exterior Lamps Daytime Running Lamps ( D m ) and Automatic Light Control (ALC) Interior Lamps Rearview Mirrors Storage Compartments Sunroof Instrument Panel Overview All About Your Warning Lights and Gages

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Keys

Leaving young children in a 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 or other controls or even make the vehicle move. Don't leave the keys in a vehicle with young children.

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One key is used for the ignition, the doors and all other locks.

If you need a new key, go to your retailer key code.

for the correct

NOTICE:

Your vehicle has a number of new features that can help prevent theft, therefore you can have a lot of trouble getting into your vehicle if you ever lock your keys inside. You may even have to damage your vehicle to get in. So be sure you have extra keys.

When a new vehicle is delivered, the retailer removes the key plugs from the keys, and gives them to the first owner. Each plug has a key code on it that tells your retailer 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 one made easily using these plugs.

D0o.r Locks

From the outside, use your key or RemoteLock Control transmitter, if your vehicle has this option.

Unlocked doors can be dangerous.

Passengers -- especially children - can easily

open the doors and fall out. When a door is locked, the inside 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 your doors, and you will be far better off whenever you drive your vehicle.

There are several ways to lock and unlock your vehicle.

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From the inside, to lock the door, move the locking lever forward. To unlock the door, move the locking lever rearward.

Power Door Locks

Rear Door Securitv Locks

The switch is located on the inside of the rear door. To use one of these locks: 1. Move the switch up. 2. Close the door. 3. Do the same thing on the other rear door.

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The rear doors of your vehicle cannot be opened from the inside when this feature is in use. If- you want to open a rear door when the security lock 1. Unlock the door from the inside. 2. Then open the door from the outside. If you don’t cancel the security lock feature, adults or older children who ride in the rear won’t be able to open the rear door from the inside. You should let adults and older children know how these security locks work, and how to cancel the locks. To cancel the rear door lock I. Unlock the door from the inside and open it from

the outside.

2. Move the switch down. 3. Do the same for the other rear door. The rear doors will now work normally. Leaving Your Vehicle If you are leaving your vehicle, open your door and lock the doors from the inside, then get out and close the door.

Remote Lock Control (If Equipped) If your Oldsmobile has this option, you can lock and unlock your doors or unlock your trunk 3 feet (1 m) up to 30 feet (9 m) away using the remote lock control transmitter supplied with your vehicle.

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In addition, the system illuminates the interior lights for a set period of time. The Remote Lock Control system consists of a receiver, which is located in the vehicle, and two hand-held transmitters.

Your Remote Lock Control operates on a radio frequency subject to Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Rules and with hdustry Canada 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. This device complies with RSS-2 10 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device. This system has a range of about 3 feet (1 m) up to 30 feet (9 m). At times you may notice a decrease in range. This is normal for any remote keyless entry system. If the transmitter does not work or to stand closer to your vehicle for the transmitter to work, try this:

if you have

Check to determine if battery replacement or resynchronization is necessary. See the instructions that follow. Check the distance. You may be too far from your vehicle. You may need to stand closer during rainy or snowy weather.

Check the location. Other vehicles or objects may be blocking the signal. Take a few steps to the left or right, hold the transmitter higher, and try again. If you’re still having trouble, see your Oldsmobile retailer 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. Operation The following functions are available with the Remote Lock Control system: LOCK: All doors will automatically lock when the LOCK button on the transmitter is pressed. Press the button a second time and you will hear a indicate that the doors have been locked. UNLOCK: The driver’s door will unlock automatically when the UNLOCK button on the transmitter is pressed. If the UNLOCK button is pressed again within five seconds, all remaining doors will unlock. Trunk Release: The trunk will unlock anytime the vehicle symbol on the transmitter is pressed, the trunk lockout is not engaged and the gear selector is in PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N> .

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Battery Replacement Under normal use, the battery in your remote lock control transmitter should last about two years. if the transmitter won’t You can tell the battery is weak work at the normal range in any location. If you have to get close to your vehicle before it’s probably time to change the battery.

the transmitter works,

NOTICE:

When replacing the battery, use care not to touch any of the circuitry. Static from your body transferred to these surfaces may damage the transmitter.

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Matching Tral Each remote lock COI 11 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 retailer. Remember to bring any remaining transmitters with you when you go to your retailer. When the retailer matches the replacement transmitter to your vehicle, any remaining transmitters must also be matched. Once your retailer has coded new transmitter, the lost transmitter will not unlock your vehicle. Each vehicle can have only four transmitters matched to it. You can match your transmitter to as many 1997 General Motors vehicles as you own, as long as they have the same Remote Lock Control system. Contact your retailer- for assistance with this.

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To resynchronize your transmitter and receiver, follow these directions: 1. Stand close to your vehicle, 2. Press and hold the LOCK and UNLOCK buttons on

the transmitter at the same time,

3. Hold the buttons .for five seconds. In this. the, the doors should lock and unlock once. This confirms the resynchronization. If the doors do not lock and unlock, see your retailer for service.

Trunk To unlock the trunk from the outside, insert the key and turn the trunk lock cylinder.

Remote Trunk Release

It can be dangerous to drive with the trunk lid open because carbon monoxide (CO) gas can come into your vehicle. You can’t see or smell CO. It can cause unconsciousness and even death. If you must drive with the trunk lid open or if electrical wiring or other cable connections must pass through the seal between the trunk lid:

body and the

Make sure all windows are shut. 7h-n the fan on your heating or cooling system to its highest speed with the setting on VENT. That will force outside air into your vehicle. See “Comfort Controls’’ in the Index. 0 If you have air outlets on or under the

instrument panel, open them all the way.

See “Engine Exhaust” in the Index.

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trunk lid. However, the trunk lid can still be opened with the key, but not with the remote lock cantrol transmitter (if equipped). Theft Vehicle theft is big business, especially in some cities. Although your Oldsmobile has a number of theft-deterrent features, we know that nothing we put on it can make it impossible to steal. Howevex, there are ways you can help. Key in the Ignition If you leave your vehicle with the keys inside, it’s an easy target for joy riders or professional thieves -- so don’t do it.

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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 a 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 your keys. But what if you have to leave your key? What if you have to leave something valuable in your vehicle?

Put your valuables in a storage area, like your trunk or glove box. Lock the glove box.

0 Lock all the doors except the driver’s.

Passlock TM Your vehicle is equipped with the Passlock theft-deterrent system. Passlock is a passive theft-deterrent system. The system is armed once the key is removed from the ignition. Passlock enables fuel if the ignition lock cylinder is turned with a valid key. If a correct key is not used, fuel is disabled. During normal operation, the THEFT SYSTEM light will go off after the engine is started. If the THEFT SYSTEM light flashes, wait until the light stops flashing before starting the engine. If the THEFT SYSTEM light comes on while the engine is running, a problem has been detected and the system may need service. See your retailer for service. In an emergency, call the Oldsmobile Roadside Assistance Program at 1-800-442-OLDS (6537).

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New Vehicle “Break-In”

Ignition Positions

NOTICE:

Your modern Oldsmobile doesn’t need an elaborate “break-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 (805 km). Don’t make full-throttle starts. first Avoid making hard stops for the 200 miles (322 km) or so. During this time your new brake linings aren’t yet broken in. Hard stops with new linings can mean premature wear and earlier replacement. Follow this breaking-in guideline every time you get new brake linings. Don’t tow a trailer during break-in. See “Towing a Trailer” in the Index for more information.

With the ignition key in the ignition switch, you can turn the switch to four positions. OFF (A): Before you put the key into the ignition switch, the switch is off. It is the only position from which you can remove the key. This position locks your ignition and transaxle. A warning chime will sound if you open the driver’s door when the ignition is off and the key’is in the ignition:

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ACC (Accessory) (B): This position unlocks the transaxle. It also lets you use things like the radio and windshield wipers when the engine is not running. To use ACC, push in the key and turn it to the right. Use this position if your vehicle must be pushed or towed, but never try to push-start your vehicle. ON (C): This position unlocks the ignition and transaxle. This position is also where the key returns after you start your engine and release the switch. The switch stays in ON when the engine is running. But even when the engine is not running, you can use ON to operate your electrical power accessories, and to display some instrument panel warning lights. START (D): This position starts the engine. When the engine starts, release the key. The ignition switch will return to ON for normal driving. Starting Your Engine Move your shift lever to PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N). Your engine won’t start in any other position -- that’s a safety feature. To restart when you’re already moving, use NEUTRAL (N) only.

NOTICE:

Don’t try to shift to PARK (P) if your Oldsmobile is moving. If you do, you could damage the transaxle. Shift to PARK (P) only when your vehicle is stopped.

Starting Your 3100 Engine 1. Without pushing the accelerator pedal, turn your

ignition key to START. When the engine starts, let go of the key. The idle speed will go down as your engine gets warm.

NOTICE:

Holding your key in START for longer than 15 seconds at a time will cause your battery to be drained much sooner. And the excessive heat can damage your starter motor.

Engine Coolant Heater (If Equipped)

To Use the Coolant Heater 1. Turn off the engine. 2. Open the hood and unwrap the electrical cord. 3. Plug it into a normal, grounded 110-volt AC outlet.

Plugging the cord into an ungrounded outlet could cause an electrical shock. Also, the wrong kind of extension cord could overheat and cause a fire. You could be seriously injured. Plug the cord into a properly grounded three-prong 110-volt AC outlet. If the cord won’t reach, use a heavy-duty three-prong extension cord rated for at least 15 amps.

4. Before starting the engine, be sure to unplug and

store the cord as it was before to keep it away from moving engine parts. If you don’t, it could be damaged.

How long should you keep the coolant heater plugged in? The answer depends on the outside temperature, the kind of oil you have, and some other things. Instead of trying to list everything here, we ask that you contact your Oldsmobile retailer in the area where you’ll be parking your vehicle. The retailer can give you the best advice for that particular area.

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in PARK (P) range

Ensure the shift lever is fully before starting the engine. Your Oldsmobile has a brake-transaxle shift interlock. You have to apply your regular brake before you can shift from PARK (P) when the ignition key is in ON. If you cannot shift out of PARK (P), ease pressure on the shift lever shift lever all the way into PARK (P) -- as you maintain brake application. Then move the shift lever into the gear you wish. (Press the shift lever button before moving the shift lever.) See “Shifting Out of PARK (P)” later in this section. REVERSE (R): Use this gear to back up.

-- push the

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NEUTRAL (N): In this position, your engine doesn’t connect with the wheels. To restart when you’re already moving, use NEUTRAL (N) only. Also, use NEUTRAL (N) when your vehicle is being towed.

Shifting out of PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N) 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 shift out of PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N) while your engine is racing.

Shifting to REVERSE (R) while your vehicle is moving forward could damage your transaxle. Shift to REVERSE (R) only after your vehicle is stopped.

NOTICE:

To rock your vehicle back and forth to get out of snow, ice or sand without damaging your transaxle, see “If You’re Stuck: In Sand, Mud, Ice or Snow” in the Index.

Do not shift out of PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N) with the engine racing. Your transaxle can be damaged by doing this and will not be covered by your warranty. Shift your transaxle according to the instructions in this manual.

THIRD (3): This position is also used for normal driving, however, it offers more power and lower fuel economy than DRIVE (D). Here are some times you might choose THIRD (3) instead of DRIVE (D):

When driving on hilly, winding roads. When towing a trailer, so there is less shifting between gears. When going down a steep hill.

DRIVE (D):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.

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If your vehicle seems to start up rather slowly, or if it 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. So, if this happens, have your vehicle serviced right away. Until then, you can use SECOND (2) when you are driving less than 35 mph (56 km/h) and DRIVE (D) for higher speeds.

SECOND (2): This position gives you more power but lower fuel economy. You can use SECOND (2) on hills. 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.

FIRST (1): This position gives you even more power (but lower fuel economy) than SECOND (2). You can use it on very steep hills, or in deep snow or mud. in FIRST (l), the transaxle If the selector lever is put won’t shift into fiist 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 against a solid object. You can 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 PARK (P) to hold your vehicle in position on a hill.

NOTICE:

Don’t drive in SECOND (2) for more than 25 miles (41 km), or at speeds over 55 mph (88 kmh), or you can damage your transaxle. Use DRIVE (D) or THIRD (3) as much as possible. Don’t shift into SECOND (2) unless you are going slower than 65 mph (105 km/h) or you can damage your engine.

SECOND (2) will select either first or second gear depending on vehicle speed. If your vehicle is slowing, the transaxle will downshift to first gear at 20 to 25 miles per hour (32 to 40 km/h) for engine braking. You may notice some variation in shift speed in SECOND (2) when accelerating or braking.

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Second-Gear Start Your vehicle is equipped with a second-gear start feature. Place the shift lever in SECOND (2) gear to provide more traction when you are starting on ice or other slippery surfaces. The transaxle will be in SECOND (2) gear when the vehicle begins to move. After starting in SECOND (2) gear, place the shift lever in THIRD (3) or DRIVE (D). This feature is only for improved traction only when the road surface is slippery and is not intended for continuous use or when the vehicle is stuck in sand, mud, ice, snow or gravel. Parking Brake

To set the parking brake, hold the regular brake pedal down with your right foot. Push down the parking brake pedal with your left foot. If the ignition is on, the brake system warning light will come on.

To release the parking brake, hold the regular brake pedal down with your right foot. Push down on the parking brake pedal with your brake is not released when you begin to drive, a chime will sound warning you that the parking brake

left foot. If the parking

is still on.

NOTICE:

Driving with the parking brake on can cause your rear brakes to overheat. You may have to replace them, and you could also damage other parts of your vehicle.

If you are towing a trailer and are parking on a hill, see “Towing a Trailer” in the Index. That section shows what to do first to keep the trailer from moving.

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Shifting-Into PARK (P)

It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle if fully in PARK (P) with the the shift lever is not 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, even when you’re on fairly level ground, use the steps that follow. If you’re pulling a trailer, see “Towing a Trailer” in the Index.

1. Hold the brake pedal down with your right foot and

set the parking brake.

2. Move the shift lever into PARK (P) like this:

0 Hold in the button on the lever. 0 Push the lever all the way toward the front of

your vehicle.

3. Move the ignition key to OFF. 4. Remove the key and take it with you. If you can

leave your vehicle with the key in your hand, your vehicle is in PARK (P).

Torque Lock If you are parking on a hill and you don’t shift your transaxle into PARK (P) 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 PARK (P). This is called “torque lock.” To prevent torque lock, set the parking brake and then shift into PARK (P) properly before you leave the driver’s seat. To find out how, see “Shifting Into PARK (P)” in the Index. When you are ready to drive, move the shift lever out of PARK (P) before you release the parking brake. If torque lock does occur, you may need to have vehicle push yours a little uphill to take some of tne pressure from the parking pawl in the transaxle, so you can pull the shift lever out of PARK (P).

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Leaving Your Vehicle With the Engine Running

It can be dangerous to leave your vehicle with the engine running. Your vehicle could move suddenly if the shift lever is not fully in PARK (P) with the parking brake firmly set. And, leave the vehicle with the engine running, it could overheat and even catch fire. You or others could be injured. Don’t leave your vehicle with the engine running unless you have to.

if you

If you have to leave your vehicle with the engine running, be sure your vehicle is in PARK (P) and your parking brake is firmly set before you leave it. After you’ve moved the shift lever into PARK (P), hold the regular brake pedal down. Then, see if you can move the shift lever-away from PARK (P) without first pushing the button. If you can, it means that the shift lever wasn’t fully locked into PARK (P).

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Shifting Out of PARK (P) Your Oldsmobile has a brake-transaxle shift interlock. You have to apply your regular brake before you can shift from PARK (P) when the ignition is in ON. See “Automatic Transaxle” in the Index. If you cannot shift out of PARK (P), ease pressure on the shift lever -- push the shift lever all the way into PARK (P) -- as you maintain brake application. Then move the shift into the gear you wish. (Press the shift lever button before moving the shift lever.) If you ever hold the brake pedal down but still can’t Shift QUt O f PARK (P) , try this 1. 2.

Turn the key to OFF. Apply and hold the regular brake until the end of Step 4. Shift to NEUTRAL (N). Start the vehicle and then shift to the drive gear you want. Have the vehicle fixed as soon as you can.

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Parking Over Things That Burn

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CAUTION:

Things that can burn could touch hot exhaust parts under your vehicle and ignite. Don’t park over papers, leaves, dry grass or other things that can burn.

Engine Exhaust

Engine exhaust can kill. It contains the gas carbon monoxide (CO), which you can’t see or smell. It can cause unconsciousness and death. You might have exhaust coming in if: 0 Your exhaust system sounds strange

or different.

0 Your vehicle gets rusty underneath.

Your vehicle was damaged in a collision.

0 Your vehicle was damaged when driving over

high points on the road or over road debris.

0 Repairs weren’t done correctly. 0 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

0 Have your vehicle fixed immediately.

Running Your Engine While You’re Parked It’s better not to park with the engine running. But if you ever have to, here are some things

to know.

Idling the engine with the climate control system off could allow dangerous exhaust into your vehicle (see the earlier Caution under “Engine Exhaust”). Also, idling in a 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 CO -- can come in easily. NEVER park in a garage with the engine running. Another closed-in place can be a blizzard. (See “Blizzard” in the Index.)

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It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in PARK (P) 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 be sure your vehicle won’t move, even when you’re on fairly level ground, always set your parkink brake and move the shift lever to PARK (P).

Follow the proper steps to be sure your vehicle won’t move. See “Shifting Into PARK (P)” in the Index. If you are parking on a hill and if you’re pulling a trailer, also see “Towing a Trailer” in the Index.

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Windows Manual Windows On a vehicle with manual windows, use the window crank to open and close each window. Power Windows (If Equipped)

The power window switches are located on the m e s t of the driver’s door. In addition, each passenger door has a switch for its own window.

Auto-Down Switch The driver’s window switch has an auto-down feature. This switch is labeled AUTO. Push the switch back partway, and the driver’s window will open a small amount. If the switch is pushed all the way back, the window will go all the way down. To stop the window while it is lowering, move the switch forward. To raise the window, move and hold the switch forward. Lock Out Switch The driver’s power window controls also include a lock out switch. Press LOCK OUT to stop front and rear passengers from using their window switches. The driver can still control all the windows with the lock on. Press the LOCK OUT button again for normal window operation. Horn You can sound the horn by pressing the horn symbol on your steering wheel.

Tilt Wheel

A tilt steering wheel allows you to adjust the steering wheel before you drive. You can also raise it to the highest level to give your legs more room when you exit and enter To tilt the wheel, hold the steering wheel and pull the lever toward you. Move the steering wheel to a comfortable level, then release the lever to lock the wheel

the vehicle.

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Turn SignaVMultifunction Lever

lbrn and Lane Change Signals The turn signal has two upward (for right) and two downward (for left) positions. These positions allow you 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.

An arrow on the instrument panel will flash in the direction of the turn or lane change.

The lever on the left side of the steering column includes your:

Turn Signal and Lane Change Indicator Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer Park Lamps and Headlamps

To signal a lane change, just raise or lower the lever until the arrow starts to flash. Hold it there until you complete your lane change. The lever will return by itself when you release it. A warning chime signal will come on if you have left your turn signal on for more than 3/4 mile (1 km). As you signal a turn or a lane change, if the arrow flashes rapidly, 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 arrow doesn’t go on at all when you signal a turn, check for burned-out bulbs and then check the fuse (see “Fuses and Circuit Breakers” in the Index).

Headlamp High/Low Beam

To change the headlamps from low beam to high beam, push forward on the turn signaUmultifunction lever. To change the headlamps from high beam to low beam, pull the turn signal lever backward. I on, When the high bearns are panel also will be on.

light on the instrument

Flash to Pass This feature lets you use your high-beam headlamps to signal a driver in front of you that you want to pass. To use it, pull the turn signaYmultifunction lever toward you until the high-beam headlamps come on, then release the lever to turn them off.

You control the windshield wipers by moving the stalk

Remember that damaged wiper blades may prevent you from seeing well enough to drive safely. To avoid damage, be sure to clear ice and snow from the wiper blades before using them. If they’re frozen to the windshield, carefully loosen or thaw them. If your blades do become damaged, get new blades or blade inserts. Heavy snow or ice can overload your wiper motor. A circuit breaker will stop the motor until it cools. Clear away snow or ice to prevent an overload. Windshield Washer

In freezing weather, don’t use your washer until the windshield is warmed. Otherwise the washer fluid can form ice on the windshield, blocking your vision.

When you release the button, the washers will stop, but the wipers will either stop or will resume the delay you were using before.

To wash your windshield, push in the button at the end of the stalk until the washers begin.

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Cruise control can be dangerous where you can’t drive safely at a steady speed. So, don’t use your cruise control on winding roads or in heavy traffic. Cruise control can be dangerous on slippery roads. On such roads, fast changes in tire traction can cause needless wheel spinning, and you could lose control. Don’t use cruise control on slippery roads.

Cruise Control

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 25 mph (40 km/h). When you apply your brake, the cruise control shuts off.

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Setting Cruise Control

If you leave your cruise control switch on when you’re not using cruise, you might hit a button and go into cruise when you don’t want to. You could be startled and even lose control. Keep the cruise control switch off until you want to use it.

The cruise control buttons are located on the center of the steering wheel. 1. Press the cruise control ON/OFF button. 2. Get up to the speed you want. 3. Press the SETDECEL button and release it. 4. Take your foot off the accelerator pedal.

Resuming 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 press the cruise control RESUME/ACCEL button for about half a second. You’ll go right back up to your chosen speed and stay there. If you press the RESUME/ACCEL button longer than half a second, the vehicle wiU keep going faster until you release the switch or apply the brake. So unless you want to go faster, don’t hold down the RESUME/ACCEL button.

Increasing Speed While Using Cruise Control There are two ways to go to a higher speed.

Use the accelerator pedal to get to the higher speed. Push the SETDECEL button, then release the button and the accelerator pedal. You’ll now cruise at the higher speed. Press the RESUME/ACCEL button. Hold it there until you get up to the speed you want, and then .release the button. To increase your speed in very small amounts, press the RESUME/ACCEL button for less than half a second and then release it. Each time you do this, your vehicle will go about 1 mph (1.6 kmk) faster.

the SETDECEL button.

The accelerate feature will only work after you turn on the cruise control by pushing Reducing Speed While Using Cruise Control There are two ways to reduce your speed while using cruise control: 0 Push the SETDECEL button until you reach the

lower speed you want, then release it. To slow down in very small mounts, push the SETDECEL button for less than half a second. Each time you do this, you’ll go 1 mph (1.6 kmk) 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 hills. Ending Out of Cruise Control There are two ways to turn off the cruise control:

Step lightly on the brake pedal;

0 Press the cruise control ON/OFF button. Erasing the Cruise Speed Memory When you turn off the cruise control or the ignition, your cruise control set speed memory is erased.

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Lamps

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Rotate the turn -signal lever end cap up two positions to turn on:

Daytime Running Lamps / Automatic Light Control Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) can make it easier for others to see the front of your vehicle during the day. DRL can be helpful in many different driving conditions, but they can be especially helpful in the short periods after dawn and before sunset. A light sensor below the defroster grille makes the DRL and Automatic Light Control (ALC) work, so be sure it isn’t covered. The DRL system will make your low-beam headlamps come on at a reduced brightness when: 0 The ignition is on, 0 The headlamp switch is off, 0 The transaxle is not in PARK (P) and 0 The park brake is not set.

When the DRL are on, only your low-beam headlamps will be on. The taillamps, sidemarker and other lamps won’t be on. Your instrument panel won’t be lit up either. When it’s dark enough outside, the ALC system will turn your headlamps on to full brightness. The other lamps that come on with your headlamps will also come on. When it’s bright enough outside, the ALC system will turn off your regular lamps, and your low-beam headlamps change to the reduced brightness of DRL. To idle your vehicle with the DIU off, set the park brake while the ignition is off. Then start the vehicle. The DRL will stay off until you release the park brake. As with any vehicle, you should turn on the regular headlamp system when you need it.

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Fog Lamps

The button for your fog lamps is on the instrument panel, to the left of the steering .wheel, beside the instrument panel intensity control.

Interior Lamps Instrument Panel Intensity Control

the LOCK or UNLOCK

Illuminated EntryLExit System When you lift the outside handle of either front door, or open either rear door, the lamps inside your vehicle will go on. These lamps will fade out after about 40 seconds, or when the ignition is turned on after all doors have been closed. If the ignition was recently turned off, the lamps will fade out after four seconds. These lamps will also go on when you press button on the optional Remote Lock Control transmitter. If the ignition has been off for less than two minutes, the lamps inside your vehicle will stay on for about 15 seconds after your key is removed from the ignition to provide an illuminated exit. Mirror Reading Lamps Press the switch on the lower front portion of the mirror to turn on the lamp. Press the other side of the switch to turn the lamp off. Three-Position Dome Lamp The switch on this lamp has three positions. The ON position will turn on the light. The DOOR position will turn on the light whenever a door is opened. The OFF position will shut off the lamp completely, even when a door is opened.

Trunk Lamp The trunk lamp comes on when you open your trunk. Battery Saver Your Oldsmobile is equipped with a battery saver feature designed to protect your vehicle’s battery. When any interior lamp (trunk, reading, footwell or glove box) is left on when the~ignition is turned off, the battery saver system will automatically shut the lamp off after 20 minutes. This will avoid draining the battery. To reactivate the interior lamps, either:

The ignition must be turned on, The activated lamp switch must be turned off and then on or

0 A front door must be opened. The battery saver feature will also be activated when any door of your vehicle is left open.

Mirrors Inside Daymight Rearview Mirror

Manual Remote Control Mirror The outside rearview mirror should be adjusted so you can just see the side of your vehicle when you are sitting in a comfortable driving position.

Adjust the driver’s side outside mirror with the control lever on the driver’s door.

To adjust your passenger’s side mirror, sit in the driver’s seat and have a passenger adjust the mirror

for you.

This mirror can be adjusted two ways. First, to adjust the angle of the mirror, move the mirror to a position that allows you see out the back window. To adjust the height of the mirror, adjust the arm that connects the mirror to the windshield. To reduce glare from lights behind you, move the lever toward you to the night position.

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Convex Outside Mirror Your passenger’s side mirror is convex. A convex mirror’s surface is curved so you can see more from the driver’s seat.

A convex mirror can make things (like other vehicles) look farther away than they really are. If you cut too sharply into the right lane, you could hit a vehicle on your right. Check your inside mirror or glance over your shoulder before changing lanes.

This switch is located on the armrest of the driver’s door. Move this switch to the left or right depending on which mirror you need to adjust (center is the off position.) Then adjust the direction of the mirror using the paddle marked with arrows selector switch.

just below the

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Sunvisors To block out glare, you can swing down the visors. You can also swing them to the side.

Convenience Net (If Equipped) Your vehicle may have a convenience net. You'll see it just inside the back wall of 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.

-Esor Vanity Mirror Lift the cover to expose the visor vanity mirror.

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