1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette Owners Manual

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.

A Performing maintenance work on a vehicle can be

dangerous. In trying to do some jobs, you can bc seriously injured. Do your own maintenance work only if you have the required know-how and the proper tools and equipment for the job. If you have any doubt,

If you are skilled enough to do some work on your vehicle, you will probably want to get 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: Owner Checks & 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 & 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 E: 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 you determine when your next maintenance should be done. In addition, it is a good idea to keep your maintenance receipts. They may be needed to qualify your vehicle for warranty repairs.

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Section A: Scheduled Maintenance Services

Using Mur Maintenance Schedules Selecting the Right Schedule This section tells you the maintenance services you should First you’ll need to decide which of the two schedules is have done and when you should schedule them. Your right for your vehicle. Here’s how to decide which schedule Oldsmobile dealer knows your vehicle best and wants you to to follow: be happy with it. If you go to 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 CertificatiodTire label. See the Index under Loading Your Whicle. are driven on reasonable road surfaces within legal driving limits. use the recommended unleaded fuel. See the Index under Fuel.

Schedule /I Follow Schedule 11 only if none of the above conditions is true.

Schedule I Is any one 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 tow a trailer.

If any one (or more) of these is true for your driving, follow Schedule I.

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ITEM NO.

Section A: Scheduled Maintenance Schedule I Follow Schedule I if your vehicle is MAINLY driven under one or more of the following conditions: When nmst trips are less than 4 miles (6 k m ) * When most trips are less than 10 miles (16 km) and outside temperatures remainbelow freezing. When must trips. include extended idling and/or fkpent low-speed operation, 8s in stop-and-go traffic. 9 When towing a trailer. 0 When operating in dusty areas. Schedule I should aIso be followed if the vehicle is used for delivery sewice, police, taxi or other commercial applications.

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*An Emission Control Sewice. *The US. Environmental Protection Agency has determined that theJhilure to p e @ m this maintenance item will not nullifjl the emission narrataty or limit rwxzll liability prior to the completion of vehicle us&l Motors, however, urges that all recommended wzipltenance services be p e f o m d at the indicated intervals and the wlaintenunce be raorded irt Section E: M&ztmunce Record.

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I Chassis Lubrication

Tm and Wheel Rotation & Inspection

I Spark Plug blacment*

I 10 I Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) System I ’* I Air Cleaner Inspection

(3.L Code D engine only)**

TO BE SERVICED

See L5phtion of Scheduled Maintenance Miles (kilometers) Services following Schedules I and n.

WHEN TO PERFORM

or Months

(whichever occursfiwt).

I Every 3W Miles (5 OOO km) or 12 Months.

At 6,OOO Miles (loo00 km) and then every 15,000 Miles (25 000 km) or as n-sary.

I Every 30,000 Miles (50 OOO km) or 24 Months.

I Every 30,000 Miles. (50 OOO km).

Engine-Timing and Distributor Check (3.L Code D &e

only)*

Every 60,000 Miles (lo0 OOO km) or 60 Months.

The services shown in this schedule for the first 60,000 miles (lo0 000 km) should be performed after the first 60,000 miles at the same intervals unless otherwise specified. MILES (000) 3 1 6 1 9 112115118121 1 2 4 1 2 7 1 3 0 l 3 3 l 3 6 l 3 9 l 4 2 1 4 5 ( 4 8 1 5 1 154157160 KILOMETERS (000)

WHEN TO PERFORM

Miles (kilometers) or Months

(whichever occursfirst).

Maintenance Schedule

Section A: Scheduled Maintenance Services (Cont.)

Schedule I1 Follow Schedule II ONLY if none of the driving conditions specified in Schedule I apply.

TO BE SERVICED

ITEM Nom See Explanation of Scheduled Maintenance Services following Schedules I and II.

*An Emission Control Sem'ce. fr The US. Environmental Protection Agency

has determined that the failure to peg5orm this maintenance item will not nullify the emission warranty or limit recall liability prior to the completion of vehicle use&l l$e. General Motors, however, urges that all recommended maintenance sem'ces be peg5ormed at the indicated intervals and the maintenance be recorded in Section E: Maintenance Record.

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I (3.5 Code D engine only)*

The services shown in this schedule for the first 60,000 miles (100 000 km) should be performed after the first 60,000 miles at the same intervals unless otherwise specified.

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Section A: Scheduled Maintenance Services (Cont.) Explanation of Scheduled Maintenance Services Below are explanations of the services listed in Schedule I and Schedule II. 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.

NOTE: To determine your engine’s displacement and code, see the Index under Engine IdentiJication.

ITEM NO. SERVICE

Engine Oil and Filter Chang@-Always use SG Energy Conserving II oils of proper viscosity. The “SG” designation may be shown alone or in combination with others, such as “SG/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.

2 Chassis Lubrication-Lubricate

the transaxle shift

linkage, parking brake cable guides, underbody contact points and linkage. Lubricate the front suspension and steering linkage.

* An Emission Control Senice.

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ITEM NO. SERVICE 3 Throttle Body Mounting Bolt Torque (3.a

the torque of the

Code D engine only) *-Check 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 Eres, Inspection & Rotation. Check the tires for uneven wear or damage. If you see irregular or premature wear, check the wheel alignment. Check for damaged wheels also.

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SERVICE Engine Accessory Drive Belt Inspection- Inspect the drive belt for cracks, hying, wear and proper tension. Replace 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. Wash the pressure cap and neck. To help ensure proper operation, we recornmend a pressure test of both the cooling system and the pressure cap. 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:

ITEM NO. SERVICE

In heavy city traffic where the outside tem- perature regularly reaches 90" F (32" C) or higher. In hilly or mountainous terrain. When doing frequent trailer towing. 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,OOO miles (160 000 km). Spark Plug Replacement*-Replace spark plugs with the proper type. See the Index under Replacement Parts. Spark Plug Wire Inspection*-Inspect for burns, cracks or other damage. Check the boot fit at the distributor or coils and at the spark plugs. Replace wires as needed.

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ITEM NO. 10

11

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SERVICE Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) System Inspection (3.C Code D engine only)*-Conduct the EGR system service as described in the service manual. To purchase a service manual, see the Index under Sewice Publications. 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. Air Cleaner Inspection (3.C Code D engine only)* +-Inspect hookup. Make sure the valve works properly.

all hoses and ducts for proper

ITEM NO. SERVICE 13 F’uel Tank, Cap and Lines Inspection*-

Inspect fuel tank, cap and lines 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.

14 Engine Timing and Distributor Check (3.a Code D engine only)*-Adjust the timing to the underhood label specifications. Inspect the inside and outside of the distributor cap and rotor for cracks, carbon tracking and corrosion. Clean or replace as needed.

*An Emission Control Service. The US. Environmental Protection Agency has determined that the failure to pelform this maintenance item will not nullifL the emission warranty or limit recall liability prior to the completion of vehicle use@ l$e. General Motors, however, urges that all recommended maintenance services be pelformed at the indicated intervals and the maintenance be recorded in Section E: Maintenance Record.

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Section B: Owner Checks & Services

Listed below are owner checks and services which should be performed at the intervals specified to help ensure the safety, dependability and emission control performance of your vehicle.

Be sure any necessary repairs are completed at once. Whenever any fluids or lubricants are added to your vehicle, make sure they are the proper ones, as shown in Section D.

CHECK

OR SERVICE Engine Oil Level

At Each Fuel Fill (It is important for you or a service station attendant to perform these underhood checks at each fuel fill.) Engine Coolant Level I

Check the engine oil level and add the proper oil if necessary. See the Index under Engine Oil for further details. Check the engine coolant level in the coolant recovery tank and add the proper coolant mix if necessary. See the Index under Coolant for further details. Check the windshield washer fluid level in the windshield washer tank and add the proper fluid if necessary. See the Index under Windshield Washer Fluid for further details.

Windshield Washer Fluid Level

WHAT TO DO

At Least Once a Month I I

CHECK

OR SERVICE

WHAT TO DO

Tire Inflation

Check tire inflation. Make sure they are inflated to the pressures specified on the Certification/ Tire label located on the rear edge of the driver’s door. See the Index under Eres for further details.

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Section 5: Owner Checks & Services (Cant.)

At Least Once a bar

CHECK

OR SERVICE

Key Lock Cylinders Body Lubrication

Starter Switch

WHAT TO DO

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Lubricate the key lock cylinders with the lubricant specified in Section D. Lubricate all body door hinges, including the liftgate. Also lubricate all hinges and latches, including those for the hood, sliding door track, rear compartment, glove box door and any folding seat hardware. Section D tells you what to use.

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When you are doing this check, the vehicle could move suddenly. If it does, you or others could be injured. Follow the steps below.

1 . Before you start, be sure you have enough room around the vehicle. 2. Firmly apply both the parking brake (see the Index under Parking Brake if necessary) and the

regular brake.

Steering Column Lock

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.

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.

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CHECK

OR SERVICE

Parking Brake and Automatic Transaxle P (Park) Mechanism Check

Underbody Flushing

WHAT TO DO

1 CAUTION A injured and property could be damaged. Make sure there is room in front of your vehicle

When you are doing this check, your vehicle could begin to wuve. IUU ur olrlers could be in case it hepins tn rnll Re rea& tn Rnnlv the recrlllar hmke at nnm chnlllrl the vehirle hemin tn mnw- 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 collect.

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Section C: Periodic Maintenance lnspections

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 repairs are completed at once.

INSPECTION OR SERVICE

Steering, Suspension and Front-Wheel-Drive Axle Boot and Seal Inspection Exhaust System Inspection

Throttle Linkage Inspection Brake System Inspection

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 system. Inspect brake lines and hoses for proper hookup, binding, leaks, cracks, chafing, etc. Inspect disc brake pads for wear and rotors for surface condition. Also inspect drum brake linings for wear and cracks. Inspect other brake parts, including drums, wheel cylinders, calipers, parking brake, etc. Check parking brake adjustment. You may need to have your 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 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.

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Section D: Recommended Fluids & Lubricants

I NOTE: Fluids and lubricants identified below by name, part number or specification may be obtained from your GM dealer.

USAGE

Engine Oil

Engine Coolant

Hydraulic Brake System Parking Brake Guides

Power Steering System Automatic Transaxle

FLUID/UIBRICANT

GM Goodwrench Motor Oil or equivalent for API service SG Energy Conserving I1 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, SG, 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 glycol base antifreeze conforming to GM Specification 1825M (GM Part No. 1052753 or equivalent) or approved recycled coolant conforming to GM Specification 1825M. Delco Supreme ll@ Brake Fluid (GM Part No. 1052535) or equivalent DOT-3 brake fluid.

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Chassis lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI Grade 2, Category LB or GC-LB (GM Part No. 12346003 or 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.

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Section D: Recommended Fluids & Lubricants (Cont.)

USAGE

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 oil 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. 12346003 or 1052497, or equivalent). GM Optikleen@ Washer Solvent (GM Part No. 1051515) or equivalent.

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USAGE

FWID/LUBRICANT

a. Engine oil.

b. Chassis lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI Grade 2, Category LB or GC-LB

(GM Part No. 12346003 or 1052497, or equivalent).

Engine oil or Lubriplate Lubricant (GM Part No. 1050109).

Hood Latch Assembly a. Pivots and Spring

Anchor

b. Release Pawl

Hood and door hinges, liftgate hinge and linkage, fuel door hinge, folding seat hardware, rear compartment lid hinges Sliding Door Track Weatherstrips

I See the Index under Replacement Parts for recommended replacement filters, valves and spark plugs.

Lubriplate Lubricant aerosol (GM Part No. 1052349) or equivalent white grease. Dielectric Silicone Grease (GM Part No. 12345579 or equivalent).

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mter the scheduled services are performed, record the date, odometer reading and who performed the service in the columns indicated. When completing the Maintenance Performed column, insert the numbers from the Schedule I

or Schedule I1 maintenance charts which correspond to the maintenance performed. Also, you should retain all maintenance receipts. Your owner information portfolio is a convenient place to store them.

DATE

ODOMETER READING

SERVICED BY

MAINTENANCE PERFORMED

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SERVICED BY

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Part 8 Customer Assistance Infomation

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.

Customer Satisfaction Procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .298 Customer Assistance for the Hearing or Speech Impaired. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .299 BBB MediatiodArbitration Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . , . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .300 Reporting Safety Defects . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .302 Oldsmobile Roadside Assistance Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .303 Service Publications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . - . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .304

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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 top of the instrument panel and visible through the windshield.) Dealership name and location Vehicle delivery date and present mileage Nature of problem

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 by 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. In all other overseas locations, contact GM International Export Sales in Canada by calling 1-416-644-4112,

Customer Satisfaction Procedure 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:

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When contacting Oldsmobile, please remember that your problem will likely be resolved in the dealership, using the dealership’s facilities, equipment and personnel. That is why we suggest you follow Step One first if you have a problem.

Customer Assistance Fbr the Hearing or Speech Impaired To assist owners who have hearing difficulties, Oldsmobile has installed special TDD (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.)

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 Street P.O. Box 30095 Lansing, MI 48909 Canada General Motors of Canada Limited Customer Assistance Center 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa, Ontario LlH 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.

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GM participation In Better Business Bureau MediationArMmtion Program* Our experience has shown that the Customer Satisfaction Procedure described earlier in this section has been very successful in achieving customer satisfaction. However, if you have not been substantially satisfied, Oldsmobile wants you to be aware of GM’s voluntary participation in a no-charge mediation/arbitration program called BBB AUTO LINE. This program is administered by the Council of Better Business Bureaus through local Better Business Bureaus. The program can resolve individual disputes involving vehicle repairs and the interpretation of your New Vehicle Limited Warranty.

We prefer that you not resort to BBB AUTO LINE until after a final decision is made under the Customer Satisfaction Procedure. However, you may file a claim at any time by contacting your local Better Business Bureau (BBB) at the following toll-free number: 1-800-955-5100. For further information about filing a claim, you may also write to:

BBB AUTO LINE Council of Better Business Bureaus 4200 Wilson Boulevard Suite 800 Arlington, VA 22203

In order to file a claim, you will have to provide your name and address, the vehicle identification number (VIN) of your vehicle, and a statement of the nature of your complaint. BBB staff may try to help resolve your dispute through mediation. If mediation is not successful, or if you do not wish to participate in mediation, eligible customers may present their case to an impartial third-party arbitrator at an informal hearing. The arbitrator will render a decision in your case, which you may accept or reject. If you accept a valid arbitrator decision, GM will be bound by that decision. The entire dispute settlement process should ordinarily take about 40 days from the time you file your complaint to the time a

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Whatever your preference may be, remember that if you 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 by vehicle agelmileage and other hctors. For further information concerning the program, call the BBB at 1-800-955-5100. You may also call the Oldsmobile Customer Assistance Center.

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). Arbitrators 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 you wish to go to court, however, we do not require that you first file a claim with BBB AUTO LINE** unless state law provides otherwise.

* This program may not be available in all states, depending on state law. 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. ** Some states may require that you file a claim with BBB AUiV LNE before resorting to state-operated procedures (including court).

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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 toll-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.

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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 Ltd. You may write to:

Transport Canada Box 8880 Ottawa, Ontario IUG 3J2

Repofling Safety Defects to General Motors In addition to notifying NHTSA (or 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 LlH 8P7

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Oldsmobile Roadside Assistance Program Features & Benefits

The Oldsmobile Roadside Assistance program means help is just a toll-free call away-24 hours a day, 365 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. Trained 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. * Whicles sold outside the United States do not have roadside assistance features and bene$ts.

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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 l0,OOO pounds (4 536 kg). In Canada, information pertaining to Product Service Bulletins and Indexes can be obtained by writing to:

General Motors of Canada Limited Service Publications Department 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa, Ontario LlH 8W.

Oldsmobile regularly sends its dealers useful service bulletins about Oldsmobile products. Oldsmobile monitors product perfbrmance in the field. We then prepare bulletins for servicing our products better. Now, you can get these bulletins too. 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.

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, you 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:

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 will receive the PSP’s in periodic mailings, shortly after they come out. A subscription costs $100.00 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 23188, 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.

What Mu’// 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.

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Index

Accessory Power Outlet . . . . . . . . . . 89 Adding Brake Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . .240. 272 Electrical Equipment . . .63. 121. 263 Engine Coolant . . .198. 236. 269. 272 Engine Oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . .225. 269 Power Steering Fluid . . .239. 270. 272 Sound Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . 121 Transaxle Fluid . . . . . .234. 269. 272 Windshield Washer Fluid . . .239. 292 Adjusting Rear Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 Air Cleaner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .230. 271 Air Conditioner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 114 Air Inflator System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90 Alcohol. Driving Under the Influence of . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 145 Alcohol in Gasoline . . . . . . . . . . . . . 217 Aluminum Wheels . . . . . . . . .252. 260 Antenna ...................... 136 Antifreeze . . . . . . . . . . . .235. 269. 272 Anti-Lock Brake System . . . . . . . . . 149 Brake Master Cylinder . . . . . . . . 240 Junction Block Fuse . . . . . . . . . . 267 Warning Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 109 Appearance Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 254 Ashtrays and Lighter . . . . . .94. 95. 96

Audio Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 121 AM/FM Stereo Radio . . . . . . . . . 123 Cassette Player . . . . . . . . .125. 127 AM/FM Stereo Radio with Compact Disc Player . . . . . . . . 129 Care of Audio Systems . . . . . . . . . 135 Radio Reception. For the Best . . . 134 Setting the Clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . 122 Steering Wheel Touch Controls . . 134 Adding Fluid . . . . . . . .234. 269. 272 Checking Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 232 Shifting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65

Automatic Transaxle

Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 242 Jump Starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 187 . . . . . . . . . . . 107 Battery Warning Gage Blizzard ...................... 175 Block Heater. Engine . . . . . . . . .63. 229 “Blowout ,” Tire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 203 Brake Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 153 Anti-Lock Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . 149 Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 109

Junction Block Fuse . . . . . . . . . . . 267 Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .240. 272 Master Cylinder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 240 Parking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . -68 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 152 Pedal Travel Rear Drums . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 152 Warning Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 108 Wear Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 151 Brake System Warning Light . . . . . . 108 Braking ....................... 148 Braking in Emergencies . . . . . . . . . . 153 Braking Technique . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 148 “Break-In,” New Vehicle . . . . . .60, 178 Bucket Seats, Removable Rear . . . . . . 17 Buckling Up (see Safety Belts) Bulb Replacement

Headlight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 243 Taillight .................... 244 Bulbs, Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . 273

Capacities & Specifications . . . . . . 269 Carbon Monoxide in

Exhaust . . . . .60, 71, 72, 111, 175, 181

Cassette Tape Player (see Audio Systems)

311

Belts)

Center Passenger Position (see Safety Chains. Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 180 Chains. Tire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2l2. 253 Changing a Flat Tire . . . . . . . . . . . . 204 Checking Brake Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 240 Engine Coolant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 236 Engine Oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 225 Power Steering Fluid . . . . . . . . . . 238 Safety Belt Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 Things Under the Hood . . . . . . . . 220 Transaxle Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 232 Chemical Paint Spotting . . . . . . . . . . 262 Child Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35 How to Install . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35 Where to Put . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 Children and Safety Belts . . . . . .34, 40 Cigarette Lighter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94 Circuit BreakerIRelay Panel . . . . . . . 267 Circuit Breakers & Fuses . . . . . . . . . 264 City Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 165 Cleaner. Air . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .230. 271 Cleaning Aluminum Wheels . . . . . . . . . . . . 260 Cassette Tape Player . . . . . . . . . . . 135

Compact Discs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 136 Fabric .................. .255. 256 Finish Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 259 Foreign Material . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 261 Glass ...................... 258 . . . . . . . . . 255 Inside of Your Vehicle Leather or Vinyl . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 257 Outside of the Windshield and Wiper Blades . . . . . . . . . . . 259 Outside of Your Vehicle . . . . . . . -259 Safety Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 258 Special Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . 257 Stains. Removing . . . . . . . . . . . . . 257 Top of the Instrument Panel . . . . . 258 Underbody Maintenance . . . . . . . . 261 Vinyl or Leather . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 257 Warnings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 254 Weatherstrips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 260 White Sidewall Tires . . . . . . . . . . 260 Windshield . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 259 Climate Control System . . . . . . .114, 117 Clock, Setting the . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 122 Cluster, Instrument Panel . . . . . . . . . 102 Comfort Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 113 Air Conditioner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 114 Heater ...................... 115

Rear . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 116 Ventilation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 120 Compact Disc Player (seeAudio Systems) Compact Overhead Console . . . . . . . 99 Compact Spare Tire . . . . . . . . . . . . . 212 Compass Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87 Console, Overhead . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85 Control of a Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . -147 Convenience Net . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96 Convex Outside Mirror . . . . . . . . . . . 92 Coolant ...................... 235 Checking & Adding . . . . . . . . . . . 236 Proper Mixture to Use . . . . . . . . . 198 Safety Warnings About . . .199. 200, 236 Temperature Gage . . . . . . . . . . . . . 108 Cruise Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75 Cup HoldedAshtray, Front . . . . . . . . . 94 Curves. Driving on . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 154 Customer Assistance Information . . 297

D e a d Battery: What to Do . . . . . . . 187 Defensive Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 144 Defogger. Rear Window . . . . . . . . . . 119 Defogging and Defrosting . . . . . . . . . 118 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 132 Delco LOC II@

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Dome Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89 Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . .47.48. 54 Door. Power Sliding . . . . . . . . . .54. 111 Door. Sliding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53 Driver Position . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 Driving ....................... 139 AtNight .................... 159 City ........................ 165 Controlling a Skid . . . . . . . . . . . . . 158 Defensively . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 144 Drunken .................... 145 Freeway .................... 166 Hill and Mountain . . . . . . . . . . . . 170 In a Foreign Country . . . . . . . . . . . 218 . . . . . . . . . 164 In Fog. Mist and Haze In Rain 161 Long Distance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 168 Loss of Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 158 On Curves . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 154 Passing ..................... 156 Through Deep Standing Water . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63 Winter Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 173 With a Trailer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 181 Drunken Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 145

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Electric Outside Mirror Control . . . 92 Electrical Equipment. Adding . . . . . . . . . . . . . .63. 121. 263 Electronic Level Control . . . . . .99. 245 . . . . . . . . . 153 Emergencies. Braking in Emergencies on the Road . . . . . . . . . 185 Emergencies. Steering in . . . . . . . . . 155 . . . . . . . . . . . . . 187 Emergency Starting Emergency Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 191 Engine Block Heater . . . . . . . . .63. 229 . . . . . . . .235. 269. 272 Engine Coolant Engine Coolant Temperature Gage . . . . . . . . . . . . . 108 Exhaust . . . . .60. 71. 72. 111. 175. 181

Engine Engine Identification . . . . . . . . . . . . 263 Engine Oil .................... 225 Additives . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 229 Checking & Adding . . . . . . .225. 226 Disposing of Used Oil . . . . . . . . . 230 Energy Conserving . . . . . . . . . . . . 228 Pressure Gage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 106 Pressure Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . -106 Warning .................... 230 When to Change . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 229 Engine Overheating . . . . . . . . . . . . . 195

Engine Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . 271 Engine. Starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61 Ethanol in Gasoline . . . . . . . . . . . . . 217 Exhaust

Dangerous Gas

Parking with the Engine Running

in . . . . . . . . . .60.71.72.111.175. 181 . . . . . . . . . .70. 72 Expectant Mothers. Use of Safety Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 Expressway Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . 166 Extender. Safety Belt . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 Exterior Appearance

(see Appearance Care)

&bric Cleaning (see Appearance Care) Fan Warnings . . . . . . .188. 189. 197. 222 Filling the Fuel Tank . . . . . . . . . . . . 219 Filter Air Cleaner . . . . . . . . . . . . . .230. 271 Oil .................... .229. 271 Finish Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 259 Flashers. Hazard Warning . . . . . . . . 186 Flat Tire ...................... 203 Flooded Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62

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Flow-Through Ventilation . . . . . . . . 120 Fluid Brake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .240. 272 Capacities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 269 Power Steering . . . . . . .238, 270. 272 Transaxle . . . . . . . . . . .232. 269. 272 Windshield Washer . . . . . . . .239. 292 Fluids & Lubricants . . . . . . . . .272. 291 Fog. Driving in . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 164 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .81. 164 Fog Lights Freeway Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 166 Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 217 Alcohol in Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 217 Capacity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 217 Door Release. Remote . . . . . . . . . . 219 Exhaust Warnings . . . . . . .60. 71. 72. Filling Your Tank . . . . . . . . . . . . . 219 Fuels with Alcohol . . . . . . . . . . . . 217 Gage ....................... 105 In Foreign Countries . . . . . . . . . . . 218 Low. Warning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105 Methanol in Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 217 Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 217 . . . . . . .265. 266

Fuse Panel and Usage

111. 175. 181

314

Fuses & Circuit Breakers . . . . . . . . . 264 Anti-Lock Brakes Fuse . . . . . . . . . 267 Injector Fuse . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 268

Gages

Coolant Temperature . . . . . . . . . . 108 Fuel ........................ 105 Oil Pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 106 Oil Pressure Indicator . . . . . . . . . . 106 Tachometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103 Voltmeter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 107 Garage Door Opener Compartment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85 Gasoline ...................... 217 Gasoline Tank, Filling Your . . . . . . . 219 Gas Station Information . . . . . . . . . . 320 Gate Agar Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 110 Gear Positions

(see Shifting the Transaxle)

Gearshift Lever (see Shifting the Glove Box/Storage Compartment . . . . 93

Transaxle)

. . . . . . -80

&dogen Bulbs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 243 Hazard Warning Flashers . . . . . . . . . 186 Headlight & Taillight. Removing and Replacing . . . . . . . . . . . .243. 244 Headlights ..................... 79

High-Low Beam Changer Instrument Panel Intensity Control .................... 81 “On” Reminder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80 Operation .................... 80 Replacement Bulb . . . . . . . . . . . . . 273 Wiring ..................... 268 Head Restraint . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Heater (see Comfort Controls) Heater, Engine Block . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63 High Beams . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .80, 160 “Highway Hypnosis’’ . . . . . . . . . . . . 169 Hill and Mountain Roads . . . . . . . . . 170 Hills. Parking on . . . . . . . . . . . .171. 183 Hood Release . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 221 Safety Warning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 222 Warning. Overheated Engine . . . . . . . . . . . .195. 236. 238 Horn ......................... 72 Hot Engine. Safety Warnings. . . . . . . . . . . .195, 236. 238 Hydroplaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 163

Ignition

Identification Number. Vehicle .... 262 Idling Your Engine . . . . . . . . . . . .70. 72 If You’re Stuck: In Sand. Mud. Ice or Snow . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 213 Key ......................... 46 Positions ..................... 60 Illuminated Entry System . . . . . . . . . . 52 Indicator Lights (see Warning Lights) Infant Restraint (see Child Restraints) Inflation. Tire . . . . . . . . . . . . .212. 248 Inflator. Air . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90 Inside Rearview Mirror . . . . . . . . . . 92 Instrument Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101 Instrument Panel Cluster . . . . . . . . . 102 Instrument Panel Warning Lights . . 104 Instrument Panel Intensity Control . . 81 Interior Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .81. 89 Override Switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89 J ack. Tire

205 Jumn Starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 187

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Keyless Entry. Remote . . . . . . . . . . . 49 Keys .......................... 46

L a n e Change Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . 74 Lap-Shoulder Belt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 Front . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26. 30 Rear ........................ 30 Use by Children . . . . . . . . . . . .34. 40 Level Control. Electronic . . . . .99. 245 Liftgate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .59. 110 Lighter ........................ 94 Lights Dome . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89 Fog ......................... 81 Headlights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79 Interior Lights Control . . . . . . . . . . 81 Interior Lights Override Switch . . . 89 “On” Reminder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80 Reading . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85. 89 Rear Interior Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . 89 Removing & Replacing Bulbs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .243. 244 Replacement Bulbs . . . . . . . . . . . . 273 Taillights .................... 244 Turn Signal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74 Underhood . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 225 Warning Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104 Lights On Reminder . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80 . . . . . . . .99. 245 Loading Your Vehicle

..

Locks

Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .47. 54 Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48 Sliding Door . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54 Long Distance Driving . . . . . . . . . . . 168 Low Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 187 Low Fuel Warning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105 Low Oil Pressure Warning . . . . . . . . 106 Lubricants and Fluids . . . . . . . . . . . 272 Luggage Carrier . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97

Maintenance Record . . . . . . . . . . . 294 Maintenance Schedule . . . . . . . . . . . 275 Malfunction Indicator Lamp . . . . . . . 110 Manual Front Seat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Manual Lap-Shoulder Safety Belt . . . 26 Methanol in Gasoline . . . . . . . . . . . . 217 Mileage Indicator (see Odometer &

Mirrors

Speedometer) Inside Manual Day/Night . . . . . . . . 92 Outside Convex . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92 Power Remote Control . . . . . . . . . . 92 Visor Vanity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93 Mountain Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 170

N e w Vehicle “Break-In” Requirements ............ .60. 178 Night Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 159 Night Vision . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 160

(see Fuel Requirements)

octane Requirements Odometer and Speedometer . . . . . . . 103 Oil. Engine ................... 225 Pressure Gage ................ 106 Pressure Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . 106 Quality ..................... 227 Thickness . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 227 UsedOil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 230 When to Change .............. 229 Oil Warning ................... 106 Operation of Lights .............. 80 Outside Rearview Mirrors . . . . . . . . . 92 Overhead Console . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85 Overheated Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 195 Warnings ........... .195, 236, 238 Owner Checks & Services ........ 287

(see Appearance Care)

park. Shifting Into . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69 Parking On Hills . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .171. 183 Over Things That Burn. . . . . . . . . . 71 With the Engine Running . . . . .70. 72 Parking Brake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68 Parking on Hills ........... .171. 183 Passenger Belts (see Safety Belts) Passing ....................... 156 Payload . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 245 Periodic Maintenance Inspections . . . 290 Polishing and Waxing Power (Anti-Lock) Brakes . . . . . . . . 149 Power Door Locks .............. 48 Power Mirrors .................. 92 Power Outlet. Accessory . . . . . . . . . . 90 Power Seat Controls ............. 15 Power Sliding Door . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54 Power Steering ................. 153 Power Steering Fluid . . . .238. 270, 272 Power Windows . . . . . . . . . . . .74. 268 Pregnancy. Use of Safety Belts During ...................... 29 Problems on the Road . . . . . . . . . . . 185 Publications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 304

(see Overheated Engine)

Radiator Overheating Radiator Pressure Cap ........... 238 Radio (see Audio Systems) Reading Lights .................. 85 Rear Climate Control ............ 117 Rear Interior Lights .............. 89 Rear Seats ...................... 17 Adjusting .................... 19 Removing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 Replacing .................... 20 Third Row Entry ............... 17 Rear Window Defogger . . . . . . . . . . . 119 Rear Window Wiper and Washer .... 84 Rearview Mirror ................ 92 Reclining Seatbacks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 Reminder Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 Remote Fuel Door Release ........ 219 Remote Keyless Entry ............ 49 Removing Rear Bucket Seats . . . . . . -18 Replacement Bulbs .............. 273 Replacement Fuses ............. 265 Replacement Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 271 Replacing Brake System Parts ..... 242 Replacing Bulbs . . . . . . . . . . . .243, 244 Replacing Rear Bucket Seats ....... 20

316

Replacing Safety Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 Replacing Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 249 Replacing Wheels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 252 Replacing Windshield Wipers . . . . . 245 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Restraint, Head Restraints. Child . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35 Roadside Assistance . . . . . . . . . . . . . 303 RoadSigns . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140 Color ...................... 140 Shape ...................... 141 Symbols .................... 142 Traffic Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 142 Your Own Signals . . . . . . . . . . . . . 143 . . . . . . . . 170 Roads. Hill and Mountain Rocking Your Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . 213 Rotation. Tire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 249

safety Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 Adults ....................... 25 Center Passenger Position ....... 33 Checking .................... 42 Children . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34, 40 Child Restraints ............... 35 Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 258 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 Driver Position

Extender . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 How to Wear . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 Lap-Shoulder Belt . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 Passenger Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 Pregnancy, Use During . . . . . . . . . . 29 Questions & Answers . .24, 27. 41. 43 Rear Safety Belts .............. 30 Reminder Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 Right Front. Adult Passenger . . . . . 30 Smaller Children and Babies .... -34 Top Strap . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 Torn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43 Twisted ..................... -29 Why You Should Wear Safety Belts 21 Safety Belt Extender ............. 42 Safety Defects. Reporting . . . . . . . . . 302 Scheduled Maintenance Services . . . 278 Seat Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Seat Belts (see Safety Belts) Seat Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Head Restraint . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Manual Front Seat . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Manual Reclining Seatback . . . . . . 15 Manual Seat. Four-Way . . . . . . . . . . 14 Power Seat. Six-Way . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

RearSea ts ....................

17 Adjusting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 Removing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 Replacing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . -20 Third Row Entry . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 Reclining Seatback . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 “Service Engine Soon” Light . . . . . . 110 Service Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . 216 Service Manuals Order Form . . . . . 309 Service Parts Identification Label . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 263 Service Publications . . . . . . . . . . . . . 304 Service Publications Order Form ....................... 307 Service Station Information . . . . . . . 320 Setting the Clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 122 Setting the Trip Odometer . . . . . . . . 104 Shifting Into P (Park) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69 Shifting the Transaxle . . . . . . . . . . . -65 . . . . . . . . .74, 143, 182 Signaling Turns . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140 Signs, Road Six-Way Power Seat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 Skidding ...................... 158 Sliding Door . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53 Snowstorm, If You’re Caught in a . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 175

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Sound Equipment. Adding . . . . . . . . 121 Sound Systems (see Audio Systems) Spare Tire. Compact . . . . . . . . . . . . . 212 Specifications and Capacities . . . . . $269 Speed Control (see Cruise Control) Speedometer & Odometer . . . . . . . . 103 Stains. Removing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 257 Starting the Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61 Starting Your Vehicle if the Battery

Steering

is “Dead” (see Jump Starting) In Emergencies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 155 Off-Road Recovery . . . . . . . . . . . -156 Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 153 Tips ........................ 154 Steering Wheel. Tilt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73 Steering Wheel Touch Controls . . . . 134 Stereo Sound Systems (see Audio Systems) Storing Your Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . 242 Storage Compact Overhead Console . . . . . . 99 Compartment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88 Convenience Net . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96 Cup Holder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94 Garage Door Opener . . . . . . . . . . . 85

Glove Box .................... 93 Locking Bin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95 Luggage Carrier . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97 Overhead Console . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85 Rear Compartment . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95 Sunglasses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88 Stuck, If You Are . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 213 Sunroof ....................... 99 SunVisors ..................... 93

Tachometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103 Taillights ..................... 244 Tape Player (see Audio Systems) Technical Facts & Specifications

Bulbs ...................... 273 Capacities and Specifications . . . . 269 Circuit BreakerdRelays . . . . . . . . 267 Electrical Equipment, Add-on . . . . . . . . . . . .63, 121, 263 Engine ...................... 271 Fluids & Lubricants . . . . . . . . . . . 272 Fuses . . . . . . . . . . . . . .264, 265, 266 Replacement Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . 271 Service Parts Identification 263

Label .....................

Vehicle Identification Number

(VIN) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 262 Temperature Display ............. 87 Temperature Warning . . . . . . . . . . . . 108 Theft . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53 Thermostat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 238 Tilt Steering Wheel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73 Time, Setting the . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 122 Tire Loading .................. 245 Tires ......................... 247 “Blow Out” . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 203 Buying New . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 250 Chains . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2l2. 253 Flat. Changing ............... 204 Inflation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .212, 248 Inflator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .90, 203 Inspection & Rotation . . . . . . . . . . 249 Loading . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 245 Pressure .................... 248 Quality Grading . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 250 Spare, Compact . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 212 Wear Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 249 Wheel Alignment & Tire Balance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 252 Wheel Nut Torque . . . . . . . . .210. 270 Wheel Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . 252

318

Top Strap ...................... 36 Torque Lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 173 Towing a Trailer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 177 Towing Your Oldsmobile . . . . . . . . . 191 Traffic Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 142 Trailer Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 177 Brakes ...................... 180 Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 183 Safety Chains . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 180 (see Automatic Transaxle)

Transaxle, Automatic

(see Automatic Transaxle)

Transmission, Automatic Trip Odometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104 Turn Signal Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74 Turn Signal/Headlight Beam

Lever ....................... 74 Cruise Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75 Headlight High-Low . Beam Changer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80 Turn and Lane Change Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74 Turn Signal Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . 74

Underhood Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 225 Unleaded Gasoline . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 217 Upholstery Care . . . . . . . . . . . .255, 256 Urban Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 165

vehicle Identification Number (VIN) ...................... 262 Vehicle Loading . . . . . . . . . . . . .99, 245 Vehicle Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 242 Ventilation .................... EO VIN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 262 Visor Vanity Mirror . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93 Voltmeter ..................... 107

Warning Flashers. Hazard . . . . . . . 186 Warning Lights Anti-Lock Brake System . . . . . . . -109 Brake ...................... 108 Gate Ajar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .59. 110 Low Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105 Service Engine Soon . . . . . . . . . . . 110 Sliding Door Ajar ......... .58. 111 Warning. Used Oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 230 Washer. Windshield . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83 Weatherstrips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . -260

Weight

Gross Axle Weight Rating

Gross Vehicle Weight Rating

(GAWR) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 245 (GVWR) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . -245 Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance . 252 WheelNuts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 206 . . . . . . . . . .210. 270 Wheel Nut Torque Wheel Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . 252 Windows ...................... 73 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74 Windows. Power Windshield Washer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83 Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .239. 292 Windshield Wipers . . . . . . . . . .82. 268 Blade Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . 245 Cleaning the Outside of the Windshield and Wiper Blades . . 259 Pulse Delay . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82 Rear . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84 Winter Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 173 If You’re Caught in a Blizzard .... 175 If Your Vehicle is Stuck in Deep Snow . . . . . . . . . . . . .176. 213 . . . . . . . 174 WipedWasher. Rear Window . . . . . . . 84 Wrecker Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 191

Snow or Ice. Driving On

319

Service Sation information

Batte

The Delco Freedom@ battery - \ needs no water. See W e 242

Tmnsax/e Fluid See Page 232

Check and add coolant only at the coolant recovery tank. The fluid should be at the FULL HOT mark when the engine is warm. See Page 235

See CertificatiodTire label on rear edge of driver’s door. See Page 248

/+

Capacity 20 U.S. Gal. (76 L) Use unleaded gas only, 87 octane or higher. See Page 217

\Spare

Tire Pressure

Compact Spare: 60 psi (420 kPa) See Page 212

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The Power of Intelligent Engineering . How to Use this Manual .

Part 1 Seats & Safety Belts .

2 Features & Controls .

Comfort Controls & Audio Systems .

;4 Your Driving and the Road . .3, .:

Problems on the Road .

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iervice & Appearance Care .

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gaintenance Schedule . hstomer Assistance Information . Includes “Reporting Safety Defects” on page 302 -ndex . Service Station Information .

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t h e P o w e r o f I n t e l l i a e n t E n g i n e e r i n a

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 2 1,189 7, 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 Derforrnance.

A S t e p A h e a d

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, 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 S e c u r i t y o f O w n e r S a t i s f a c t i o n

How to Use this Manual

MANY PEOPLE READ THEIR OWNER t’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 to help you find each of the parts of this manual. Each part begins with a brief list of contents, so you can usually tell at a glance if that part contains the information you want. YOU can bend the manual slightly to reveal the color tabs that help you find a part.

Part 1: Seats & Sa fety Belts This part tells you how to use your seats and safety belts properly.

Part 2: Features & Controls This part explains how to start and operate your Oldsmobile.

Part 3: Comfort Controls & 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 Road 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 & Appearance Care Here the manual tells you how to keep Here's an alphabetical listing your Oldsmobile running properly and almost every subject in this manual. looking good.

Part 9: Index

of

You can use it to quickly find something you want to read.

Part 7: Maintenance Schedule This part tells you when to perform