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windows closed after air bag inflation. So, if your air bag inflates, you and any passengers should exit the vehicle if and when it is safe to do so. If you or your passengers can’t get out of the vehicle, try to get fresh air by opening a window, turning on the fan, or opening a door.

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Center Passenger Position Lap Belt Someone can sit in the center position m k e t seat. When you sit in the center position mcltet seat‘ you have a lap safety belt which has a retractor.

Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy Safety belts work for everyone, including pregnant women. 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, and the lap portion should be worn as low as possible throughout the pregnancy. The best way to protect the fetus is to protect the mother. When a safety belt is worn properly, it’s more likely that the fetus won’t be hurt in a crash. For pregnant women, as for anyone, the key to malting safety belts effective is wearing them properly.

I 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 part. I Rear Seat Passengers It‘s very important for rear seat passengers to buckle up! Accident statistics show that unbelted people in the rear seat are hurt more often in crashes than those who are wearing safety belts. Rear passengers who aren’t safety belted can be thrown out of the vehicle in a crash. And they can strike others in the vehicle who are wearing safety belts.

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1. Pick up the latch plate and, in a

single motion, pull the belt across you. Don’t let it get twisted.

2. Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks. If the belt stops before it reaches the buckle, let it go back all the way and start again. Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure.

3. Feed the lap belt into the retractor to

tighten it.

4. Position and release it the same way as the lap part of a lap-shoulder belt. If the belt isn’t long enough, see Safety BeZt Extender at the end of this section. Make sure the release button on the buckle is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quicltly if you ever had to.

’he center position bucket seat is a :ENTER OR LEFT type seat. Because t is the only bucket seat with a lap belt, Lnd has a buckle on only one side, there r e certain places a CENTER OR LEFT ipe bucket seat should, and should not, e used. See Seats in the Index. If the :ENTER OR LEFT bucket seat is used n the left side of the vehicle, the person itting there should use the lap-shoulder elt. It works the same way as the river’s safety belt. See Driver Position I the Index.

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Sear Seat Outside Passenger Dositions Lap-Shoulder Belt The positions next to the windows have ap-shoulder belts. Here’s how to wear me properly.

1. Pick up the latch plate and pull the

belt across you. Don’t let it get twisted.

2. Push the latch plate into the buckle

until it clicks.

If the belt stops before it reaches the buckle, tilt the latch plate and keep pulling until you can buclde it. Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure. If the belt is not long enough, see Safety Belt Extender at the end of this section. Make sure the release button on the buckle is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to.

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3. To make the lap part tight, pull down

on the buckle end of the belt as you pull up on the shoulder part.

The lap part of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips, just touching the thighs. In a crash, this applies force to the strong pelvic bones. And you’d bc 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 tale belt restraining forces. The safety belt locks if there’s a sudden stop or a crash.

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I Child Restraints Be sure to follow the instructions for the restraint. You may find these instructions on the restraint itself or in a booltlet, 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.

I Built-In Child Restraint (OPT/ON)

If you have a rear bucket seat with the optional built-in child restraint, see the Owner’s Manual Supplement that came with your vehicle for information on use and appearance care. To find out where a seat that has the built-in child restraint must be located in your vehicle? see Removable Rear Bucket Seats in the Index.

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Where to Put the Restraint Accident statistics show that children are safer if they are restrained in the rear rather than the front seat. We at General Motors therefore recommend that you put your child restraint in the rear seat unless the child is an infant and you’re the only adult in the vehicle. In that case, you might want to secure the restraint in the front seat where you can keep an eye on the baby. Wherever you install it, be sure to secure the child restraint properly. Keep in mind that an unsecured child restraint can move around in a collision or sudden stop and injure people in the vehicle. Be sure to properly secure any child restraint in your vehicle - even when no child is in it.

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Top Strap If your child restraint has a top strap, it should be anchored.

Anchor brackets for the second row outside positions are located just above the place where the third row lap- shoulder belts meet the floor. There’s a vinyl sleeve there; to get to the bracket, push this vinyl sleeve aside slightly. Anchor the top strap to the bracket. If you need to have an anchor bracket installed for any additional passenger seat position, you can ask your Oldsmobile dealer to put it in for you. If you want to install an anchor bracket yourself, your dealer can tell you how to do it. Once you have the top strap anchored, you’ll be ready to secure the child restraint itself.

Securing a Child Restraint in an Outside Position You’ll be using the lap-shoulder belt. See the earlier section about the top strap if the child restraint has one. 1. Put the restraint on the seat. Follow

the instructions for the child restraint.

2. Secure the child in the child restraint

as the instructions say.

4. Buckle the belt. Make sure the

release button is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to.

6. 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.

3. 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. Tilt the latch plate to adjust the belt if needed. If the shoulder belt goes in front of the child’s face or neck, put it behind the child restraint

5. To tighten the belt, pull up on the shoulder belt while you push down on the child restraint.

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Securing a Child Restraint in the Center Seat Position You’ll be using the lap belt. See the :arlier section about the top strap if the :hild restraint has one. I . Put the restraint on the seat. Follow

the instructions for the child restraint.

2. Secure the child in the child restraint

as the instructions say.

3. Pull the lap belt all the way out

without stopping.

4. While holding it out, run the belt

through or around the child restraint. The child restraint instructions will show you how.

5. Buckle the belt. Make sure the

release button is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to.

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6. To tighten the belt, feed it back into

the retractor 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.

Larger Children 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. Accident statistics show that children are safer if they are restrained in the rear seat. But they need to use the safety belts properly.

Children who aren't buckled up can be thrown out in a crash.

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shoulder, so that in a crash the child’s upper body would have the restraint that belts provide. If the child is so small that the shoulder belt is still very close to the child’s face or neck, you might want to place the child in a seat that has a lap belt, if your vehicle has one.

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

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Q: 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

Replacing Safety Belts A@er 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 damage 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.

I 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 dealer will order you an extender. It’s free. When you go in to order it, take the heaviest coat you will wear, so the extender will be long enough for you. The extender will 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. I Checking Your Restraint Systems Now and then, make sure all your belts, buckles, latch plates, retractors, anchorages and reminder systems are working properly. Look for any loose parts or damage. If you see anything that might keep a restraint system from doing its job, have it repaired.

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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.

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Q: What’s wrong with this? A: The belt is torn. Torn or frayed belts may not protect you in a crash. They can rip apart under impact forces. If a belt is torn or frayed, get a new one right away. Before replacing any safety belt, see your dealer for the correct part number. You’ll need the model year and model number for your vehicle. The model year is on your title and registration. And you can find the model number on the Certification/Tire label of your vehicle. See Certification/Tire Label in the Index.

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The model number on the replacement belt must be listed on the safety belt you want to replace. Pull the shoulder belt all the way out to see this label.

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Part 2 Features & Controls

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

Keys ........................................................................................................................... 44 Front Doors ............................................................................................................... 45 45 Loclts .......................................................................................................................... Remote Lock Control ................................................................................................ 48 Sliding Door .............................................................................................................. 51 Liftgate ....................................................................................................................... 56 Ignition ...................................................................................................................... 58 Starting Your Engine ................................................................................................ 58 Engine Coolant Heater .............................................................................................. 61 Shifting the Transaxle ............................................................................................... 62 Parking Brake ............................................................................................................ 65 Shifting into Park ...................................................................................................... 66 69 Horn ........................................................................................................................... Tilt Steering Wheel .................................................................................................... 69 Windows .................................................................................................................... 69 Turn Signal and Lane Change Indicator .................................................................. 71 Cruise Control ........................................................................................................... 72 74 Headlights .................................................................................................................. Interior Lights ........................................................................................................... 76 Windshield Wipers .................................................................................................... 77 Windshield Washer ................................................................................................... 78 86 Mirrors ....................................................................................................................... Glove Box and Storage Compartments .................................................................... 88 92 Luggage Carrier ......................................................................................................... Instrument Panel ....................................................................................................... 96 Warning Lights, Gages and Indicators ................................................................... 100 43

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Keys

The ignition keys are for the ignition only.

The door keys are for the doors and all other locks. When a new vehicle is delivered, the dealer removes the plugs from the keys and gives them to the first owner.

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Each plug has a code on it that tells your dealer or a qualified locksmith how to make extra keys. Keep the plugs in a safe place. If you lose your keys, you’ll be able to have new ones made easily using these plugs.

NOTICE: Your Oldsmobile has a number of new features that can help prevent theft. But 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.

I Door Locks

I Front Doors

There are several ways to lock and unlock your vehicle. From the Outside: Use your door key or remote lock control transmitter, if your vehicle has this option.

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From the Inside: To lock the door, slide the locking lever rearward. To unlock the door, slide the locking lever forward.

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If the sliding door is open when you press the power door locks switch, it will lock automatically within five seconds after you close it. If you have the optional remote lock control system, this feature will be replaced by a different lock delay system. See Remote Lock Control later in this section. With power locks, when the doors are locked, the inside as well as the outside door latch release cannot open the doors. This safety feature prevents a door from being accidentally opened from the inside by moving the handle. To override this safety feature, slide the locking lever to the unlock position on the door you want to open. When the liftgate has been unlocked with the power door locks, you won’t need the key to open it. Simply turn the lock cloclnvise until the latch releases. This is also true if you use the optional remote lock control transmitter. See Remote Lock Control later in this section. To lock the liftgate, use either the power door lock switch or the optional

Power Door Locks (OPTION) From the outside of either front door, the door key unloclts all doors and the liftgate. From the inside, press the front of the power door lock switch on either front door. You can lock all doors and the liftgate from inside by pressing the rear of the power lock switch on either front door. If you have the optional remote lock control system, your vehicle has a special security feature. If the driver’s door is open and your key is in the ignition in the Off position, you won’t be able to set the door locks with the power door lock switch or the remote transmitter. This feature is designed to help keep you from locking your keys in your vehicle.

remote lock control transmitter, or lock it manually by turning the lock counterclockwise.

With this feature you can unlock all of the doors from the outside by holding the ltey in the unlock position for one second. To unlock only the driver’s or passenger’s door, turn the key to the unlock position and release. From the inside, when the ignition is on and the driver’s door is closed, all doors will lock each time you move the shift lever out of P (Park). If the passenger door or the liftgate are open when you move the shift lever out of P (Park), they will lock when closed. If the sliding door is open when you move the shift lever out of P (Park), a lock delay feature allows the sliding door to lock five seconds after it is closed. All other doors will lock again, too. With the automatic door loclts feature, you can still lock or unlock the doors at any time, either manually or with the power door lock switches.

Overriding Lock Delay To override the lock delay feature, press the front of the power door loclts switch (the unlock position) while the shift lever is in P (Park). If you have the remote lock control system, there are three additional ways you can disable the loclt delay feature (see Remote Lock Control later in this section) :

Press the unlock symbol on your remote transmitter, Return the shift lever to P (Park), or Turn the ignition off.

Customizing Your Automatic Door Locks Feature With the remote lock control system you can customize your automatic door loclts feature to suit your individual needs. (See Remote Lock ControZ later in this section.) With the doors closed and the ignition on, press and hold the driver’s power door lock switch in the lock position for ten seconds. The doors will lock, then unlock, indicating that you have ten seconds in which to program one of four custom modes.

To program the automatic door loclts system to unlock only the driver’s door when the shift lever is returned to P (Park), press the unlock symbol on your remote transmitter once. The driver’s door will unlock, indicating that this mode has been successfully programmed. To program the automatic door loclts system to unlock all doors when the shift lever is returned to P (Park): press the unlock symbol on your remote transmitter once (the driver’s door will unlock), then press the unlock symbol again. All doors will unlock, indicating that this mode has been successfully programmed. To program the automatic door loclts system to leave all doors locked when the shift lever is returned to P (Park), press the lock symbol on your remote transmitter once. All doors will lock, indicating that this mode has been successfully programmed. To disengage the automatic door loclts system, press the lock symbol on your remote transmitter once (all doors will lock) . Then press the lock symbol again. All doors will lock

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again, indicating that this mode has been successfully programmed.

You can reprogram the automatic door loclts system at any time. If you do not program the automatic door loclts system, all doors will remain locked when the shift lever is returned to P (Park). If you have more than one remote transmitter for your vehicle, your automatic door loclts system will operate as programmed with any of them. There is no need to program each one individually.

Leaving Your Vehicle If you are leaving the vehicle, open your door and set the loclts from inside. Then get out and close the door.

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Should interference to this system occur, try this:

Check to determine if battery replacement is necessary. See the instructions on battery replacement. Check the distance. You may be too far from your vehicle. This product has a maximum range. Check the location. Other vehicles or objects may be blocking the signal. See your Oldsmobile dealer or a qualified technician for service.

Changes or modifications to this system by other than an authorized service facility could void authorization to use this equipment.

Operation interior lights will go on when a is The driver’s door will unlock and the

pressed (see Illuminated Entry System later in this section). If pressed again within five seconds, all doors and the liftgate will unlock. All doors and the liftgate will lock when fi is pressed. If the driver’s door is open and your key is in the ignition in the Off position,

4 Remote Lock Controi (OPTION) [f your Oldsmobile has this option, you :an lock and unlock your doors and iftgate from up to 30 feet (9 m) away lsing the key chain transmitter supplied with your vehicle. four remote lock control operates on a -adio frequency subject to Federal Sornmunications Commission (FCC) 3ules. rhis device complies with Part 15 of the ’CC Rules. Operation is subject to the ollowing two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) This device must 3ccept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

you won't be able to set the door lock with the power door lock switch or the remote transmitter. This security feature is designed to help keep you from locking your keys in your vehicle. Lock Delay The lock delay feature can be operated using either the remote key chain transmitter or the power door locks switch (see Power Door Locks earlier in this section). For the lock delay feature to work, the ignition and the interior lights control to the left of the instrument panel cluster must be off. If any door is open when you press B or the rear of either power door lock switch, a chime will sound three times. This indicates that all doors and the liftgate will lock about five seconds after the last door has been closed. To override the lock delay feature, press the lock symbol or the rear of either power door lock switch again, and the doors and liftgate will lock immediately. To cancel the lock delay feature, press the unlock symbol or the front of either power door lock switch.

Remote Operation of Power Sliding Door If you have the optional power sliding door (see Power Sliding Door later in this section), your remote transmitter will have a third button labeled .' Press it to open or close the sliding door. If the sliding door is locked, first press

a twice to unlock all doors, then press

to open the sliding door.

You can operate the power sliding door with the remote transmitter only when the power sliding door enable switch on the overhead console is in the ON position.

Matching Transmitter@) To Your Vehicle Each key chain transmitter is coded to prevent another transmitter from unlocking your vehicle. If a transmitter is lost or stolen, a replacement can be purchased through your dealer. Remember to bring the remaining transmitters with you when you go to your dealer. When the dealer matches the replacement transmitter to your vehicle, the remaining transmitters must also be matched. Once the new transmitter is coded, the lost transmitter will not unlock your vehicle. You can match a transmitter to as many different vehicles as you own, provided they are equipped with exactly the same model system. (General Motors offers several different models of these systems on their vehicles.) Each vehicle can have up to four transmitters matched to it. See your dealer to match transmitters to another vehicle.

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Battery Replacement Under normal use, the batteries in your key chain transmitter should last about two years. You can tell the batteries are weak if the transmitter won‘t work at the normal range in any location. If you have to get close to your vehicle before the transmitter works, it’s probably time to change the batteries. To Replace Batteries in the Remote Lock Control: 1. Insert a coin into the slot in the back

of the transmitter, and turn counterclockwise to open the cover.

2. Remove the cover. 3. Remove and replace the two 3-volt

batteries (DL 20 16).

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4. Reassemble the transmitter. 5. Check the transmitter operation. I Illuminated Entry System

(OPTION)

This option comes with the optional remote lock control system. When you open the driver’s door, by itself or in combination with any passenger door or the liftgate, the interior lights will come on and then gradually dim to off 10 seconds after the k t door is closed. (If the driver’s door has not been opened, the interior lights will immediately dim to off.)

When you press a on your remote

transmitter, the lights inside your vehicle will go on, then gradually dim to off after about 40 seconds, unless a door or the liftgate is opened. When you turn on the ignition, the interior lights will immediately dim to off.

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. However, there are ways you can help.

Key in the Ignition If you walk away from your vehicle with the keys inside, it’s an easy target for joy riders or professional thieves - so don’t do it. When you park your Oldsmobile and open the driver’s door, you’ll hear a chime reminding you to remove your key from the ignition and take it with you. Always do this. Your steering wheel will be locked, and so will your ignition and transaxle. And remember to lock the doors.

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 ignition key? What if you have to leave something valuable in your vehicle?

Put your valuables in a storage area, like your glove box or locking storage bin. Lock the storage bin. Lock all the doors except the driver's. Then take the door key with you.

Sliding Door To open the sliding door from outside the vehicle, pull the front of the latch release out and then toward the rear. If you slide the door all the way back, it will latch in the open position.

To move the door forward, you must first pull the inside or outside latch release out and then forward or the door will remain latched in the open position.

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To open or close the sliding door, press and release one of two PWR DOOR (Power Door) switches. There is one mounted on the wall, just in front of the sliding door; the other is the rear-most

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Sliding Door Lock From inside the vehicle, lock the sliding door by sliding the manual locking lever down. Unlock by sliding the lever up. If you have the optional power door locks, the sliding door lock has a delay feature. See the Index under Power Door Locks or Automatic Door Locks.

Power Sliding Door (OPTION) With this option, you can open and close the sliding door with switches inside your vehicle. If you have the optional remote lock control system, you can also operate the sliding door with your remote transmitter. See the Index under Remote Lock Control. To operate the power sliding door, the power sliding door enable switch must be in the ON position. This switch is the forward-most of two power door switches located on the side of the overhead console. (If you have the standard compact overhead console, this switch is located between the reading lights.) To disable the power sliding door feature, slide the switch to OFF.

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switch on the side of the overhead console. (If you have the standard compact overhead console, this switch is located between the reading lights.) The sliding door must be unlocked for the power sliding door to operate. The ignition does not have to be on, and the key does not have to be in the ignition. To prevent accidental operation of the sliding door, disable the power sliding door by placing the power sliding door enable switch in the OFF position.

The power sliding door will only open if the transaxle is in P (Park). The transaxle does not have to be in P (Park) to close the door. If the enable switch is ON and the power sliding door is open or in the process of closing when you shift out of P (Park), a '- - . light on buzzer will sound and the your instrument panel will flash (see the Index under Sliding Door Ajar Warning Light). This is a warning that the sliding door is not completely closed.

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If anything obstructs the sliding door while it is closing, the door will automatically reverse to the open position, provided it meets sufficient resistance. Resistance must be as strong as the force of the closing door, or stronger. The force of the closing door increases significantly as the door approaches the latch position.

inside or outside latch release and let go; the door will open fully and remain latched in the open position. To manually open the power sliding door when the enable switch is in the OFF position, pull the inside or outside latch release and slide the door all the way back to the latch position.

Objects caught in the path of the sliding door may be damaged. Make sure the door path is clear before closing the door. To manually open the power sliding door when the sliding door enable switch is in the ON position, pull the

To manually close the power sliding door when the sliding door enable switch is in the ON position, pull the inside or outside latch release or the edge of the door. Move the door about four inches toward the closed position

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L O C K

To Use the Security Lock: 1. Move the security lock lever all the

way up.

2. Close the door. With Optional Power Sliding Door 3. Slide the power sliding door enable switch on the overhead console to thc OFF position.

The sliding door cannot be opened using the inside handle when the security lock feature is in use.

and release. The door will close completely and latch for you. To manually close the power sliding door when the enable switch is in the OFF position, pull the inside or outside latch release and slide the door all the way forward to the latch position.

Sliding Door Security Lock Your Oldsmobile is equipped with a sliding door security lock that helps prevent passengers from opening the sliding door from the inside. If you have the optional power sliding door, you can override the security lock by pressing the PWR DOOR (Power Door) switch when the power sliding door enable switch is in the ON position. See Power Sliding Door earlier in this section. The security lock lever is located on the inside of the sliding door, near the rear edge of the door. To access the lever, open the sliding door. Use the security lock label on the rear edge of the door as a guide. Reach your hand around the inside rear corner of the sliding door to access the lever.

If You Want to Open the Sliding Door When the Security Lock is On: 1. Unlock the sliding door from the

inside.

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2. Then open the door from the outside. With Optional Power Sliding Door 2. Slide the power sliding door enable

switch to the ON position.

3. Press either PWR DOOR (Power

Door) switch.

You should let adults and older children know how the security lock works, and how to cancel the lock. If you don’t, adults or older children who ride in the rear won’t be able to open the sliding door from the inside when the security lock feature is in use.

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To Cancel the Sliding Door Lock: 1. Unlock the sliding door from the

inside and open the door.

2. Move the security lock lever all the

way down.

The sliding door lock will now work normally.

~ !iffgate Lock I‘o unlock, insert the door key and turn :he lock clockwise. The liftgate will mtomatically lock when you close it. [f you have the optional power door ocks or the remote lock control system, :he liftgate will lock and unlock lifferently. See the Index under Power 9oor Locks or Remote Lock Control.

A light on your instrument panel will warn you if the liftgate is not completely closed (see the Index under Warning Lights, Liftgate Ajar).

New Vehicle “Break-In” 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 (804 km) . Don’t make full- throttle starts. Avoid making hard stops for the first 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.

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Raising the Liftgate Open the liftgate using the handle above the license plate. Then, step back and the liftgate will rise by itself. Lights in the liftgate will come on, illuminating the rear cargo area (see the Index under Rear Interior Lights).

NOTICE: Be sure there are no overhead obstructions, such as a garage door, before you open the liftgate. You could slam the liftgate into something and break the glass.

To close the liftgate, pull down on the strap, then firmly shut the liftgate. Don’t drive with the liftgate open, even slightly (see the Index under Exhaust).

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I Ignition Switch With the ignition key in the ignition switch, you can turn the switch to five positions: Accessory: An “on” position in which you can operate your electrical power accessories. Press in the ignition switch as you turn the top of it toward you. Lock: The only position in which you can remove the ltey. This loclts your steering wheel, ignition and transaxle. Off Unlocks the steering wheel, ignition, and transaxle, but does not send electrical power to any accessories Use this position if your vehicle must be pushed or towed, but never try to push- start your vehicle. A warning chime will sound if you open the driver’s door

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the ignition. Run: An “on” position to which the switch returns after you start your engine and release the switch. The switch stays in the Run position when the engine is running. But even when the engine is not running, you can use Run to operate your electrical power accessories, and to display some instrument panel warning lights. Start: Starts the engine. When the engine starts, release the ltey. The ignition switch will return to Run for normal driving. Note that even if the engine is not running, the positions Accessory and Run are “on” positions that allow you to operate your electrical accessories, such as the radio.

NOTICE: If your key seems stuck in Lock and you can’t turn it, be sure it is all the way in. If it is, then turn the steering wheel left and right while you turn the key hard. But turn the key only with your hand. Using a tool to force it could break the key or the ignition switch. If none of this works, then your vehicle needs service. I Starting Your Engine Engines start differently. The 8th digit of your Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) shows the code letter or number for your engine. You will find the VIN at the top left of your instrument panel. (See Vehicle Identification Number in the Index.) Follow the proper steps to start the engine. Move your shift lever to P (Park) or N (Neutral). Your engine won’t start in any other position - that’s a safety feature. To restart when you’re already moving, use N (Neutral) only.

NOTICE: Don‘t try to shift to P (Park) if your Oldsmobile is moving. If you do, you could damage the transaxle. Shift to P (Park) only when your vehicle is stopped.

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.

To start your 3100 V6 engine (Code D) : 1. Without pushing the accelerator

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

2. If it doesn’t start right away, hold

your key in Start. If it doesn’t start in three seconds (or starts but then stops), push the accelerator pedal about one-quarter of the way down for 12 more seconds, or until it starts.

3. If your engine still won’t start (or starts but then stops), it could be flooded with too much gasoline. Try this: Wait 15 seconds to let the starter motor cool down. Then push your accelerator pedal all the way to the floor. Hold it there. Then hold the key in Start. This clears the extra gasoline from the engine. When the engine starts, let go of the key and the accelerator pedal. If the engine still doesn‘t start, wait another 15 seconds and do Step 2 again.

NOTICE: Your engine is designed to work with the electronics in your vehicle. If you add electrical parts or accessories, you could change the way the fuel injection system operates. Before adding electrical equipment, check with your dealer. If you don’t, your engine might not perform properly. If you ever have to have your vehicle towed, see the part of this manual that tells how to do it without damaging your vehicle. See Towing Your Vehicle in the Index.

To start your 3800 V6 engine (Code L): 1. Without pushing the accelerator

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

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NOTICE: Your engine is designed to work with the electronics in your vehicle. If you add electrical parts or accessories, you could change the way the fuel injection system operates. Before adding electrical equipment, check with your dealer. If you don’t, your engine might not perform properly. If you ever have to have your vehicle towed, see the part of this manual that tells how to do it without damaging your vehicle. See Towing Your Vehicle in the Index.

I Driving Through Deep Standing Water NOTICE: If you drive too quickly through deep puddles or standing water, water can come in through your engine’s air intake and badly damage your engine. If you can’t avoid deep puddles or standing water, drive through them very slowly.

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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.

2. If it doesn’t start right away, hold

your key in Start for about three to five seconds at a time until your engine starts. Wait about 15 seconds between each try to help avoid draining your battery.

3. If your engine still won’t start (or starts but then stops), it could be flooded with too much gasoline. Try pushing your accelerator pedal all the way to the floor and holding it there as you hold the key in Start for about three seconds. If the vehicle starts briefly but then stops again, do the same thing, but this time keep the pedal down for five or six seconds. This clears the extra gasoline from the engine. After waiting about 15 seconds, repeat the normal starting procedure.

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Engine Cooknt Heater (Engine Block Heater) (OPTION)

In very cold weather, 0°F (-18°C) or colder, the engine coolant heater can help. You’ll get easier starting and better fuel economy during engine warm-up. Usually, the coolant heater should be plugged in a minimum of four hours prior to starting your vehicle. 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 outlet.

NOTICE: After you’ve used the coolant heater, be sure to 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 weather, the kind of oil you have, and some other things. Instead of trying to list everything here, we ask that you contact an Oldsrnobile dealer in the area where you’ll be parking your vehicle. The dealer can give you the best advice for that particular area.

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Park P (Park): This loclts your front wheels. It’s the best position to use when you start your engine because your vehicle can’t move easily.

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Automatic Transaxle There are several different positions for your shift lever. In this manual, these are referred to by the commonly used symbols in the right column below:

Park Reverse Neutral Overdrive Drive Second First

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

Reverse R (Reverse): Use this gear to back up.

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

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

NOTICE: Damage to your transaxle caused by shifting out of P(Park) or N (Neutral) with the engine racing isn’t covered by your warranty.

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Forward Gears

(Automatic Overdrive):

If your automatic transaxle has automatic overdrive, this position is for normal driving. If you need more power for passing, and you’re:

Going less than about 35 mph (56 km/h), push your accelerator pedal about halfway down. Going about 35 mph (56 Itm/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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NOTICE: This NOTICE applies only if you have the 3800 V6 engine and the automatic Overdrive transaxle. If your vehicle is so equipped, and if it 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 2 (Second Gear) when you are drivin less than 35 mph (56 ltm/h)

and d D (Overdrive) for higher

speeds.

D (Third Gear): If your automatic transaxle does not have Overdrive, this position is for normal driving, at all speeds, in most street and highway situations. Overdrive, D is like m, but you never If your automatic transaxle has you might choose D instead of m: go into Overdrive. Here are some times

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

2 (Second Gear): This position gives you more power but lower fuel economy. You can use 2 on hills. It can help control your speed as you go down steep mountain roads, but then you would also want to use your brakes off and on.

NOTICE: Don’t drive in 2 (Second Gear) for more than 5 miles (8 ltm), or at speeds over 55 mph (88 ltm/h), or Use D (m or D if your vehicle has you can damage your transaxle. Overdrive) as much as possible. Don’t shift into 2 unless you are going slower than 65 mph (105 ltm/h), or you can damage your engine.

1 (First Gear): This position gives you even more power (but lower fuel economy) than 2. You can use it on very steep hills, or in deep snow or

from the parking brake pedal, it will pop up to the release position.

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 Any Hill: See the Index under Towing a Trailer. That section shows what to do first to keep the trailer from moving.

ud. If the selector lever is put in 1, thc ansaxle won’t shift into first gear unti le 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 could damage your transaxle. Also, if you stop when going uphill, don’t hold your vehicle there with only the accelerator pedal. This could overheat and damage the transaxle. Use your brakes or shift into P (Park) to hold your vehicle in position on a hill.

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. See the Index under Brake System Warning Light. To Release the Parking Brake: Hold the regular brake pedal down with your right foot while you push down on the parking brake pedal with your left foot. (To release the tension on the parking brake cable, you will need to apply about the same amount of pressure to the parking brake pedal as you did when you set the parking brake.) When you remove your foot

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I Sh@ing Into P (Park)

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

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2. Move the shift lever into P (Park)

position like this:

Pull the lever toward you.

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Move the lever up as far as it will go.

3. Move the ignition key to Lock. 4. Remove the key and take it with you.

If you can walk away from your vehicle with the ignition key in your hand, your vehicle is in P (Park).

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

Leaving Your Vehicle With the Engine Running

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

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I Engine Exhaust

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I 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.

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

Horn You can sound the horn by pressing the horn symbols on your steering wheel.

Tilt Steering 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 the vehicle. To tilt the wheel, hold the steering wheel and pull the lever. Move the steering wheel to a comfortable level, then release the lever to lock the wheel in place.

Manual Windows Use the manual crank to open and close the front windows.

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Side Window Latches The rear of the side windows swings open. To Open: Pull the latch forward to release it, then swing the window outward and press the center of the latch to secure the window in the open position. To Close: Pull the center of the latch forward and then close the latch.

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

Turn Signal and Lane Change Indicator Headlight High-Low Beam Changer Cruise Control (Option)

The High-Low Beam feature is discussed under Headlights. See the Index under HeadZights.

Power Windows (OPTION) With power windows, switches on the driver's door armrest control the front vindows when the ignition is on. The .eft switch controls the driver's window. The right switch controls the ?assenger's window. The driver's power window switch has :wo down positions. Hold the rear of :he switch in the first position to lower :he window normally. To activate the auto down feature, fully ?res the rear of the switch, then :elease. The window will lower :ompletely. To stop the window from owering all the way, press the front of :he switch. r'o raise the window, press and hold the i-ont of the switch.

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Turn Signal and Lane Change lndicafor 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.

A green arrow on the instrument panel will flash in the direction of the turn or lane change. To signal a lane change, just raise or lower the lever until the green arrow starts to flash. Hold it there until you complete your lane change. The lever will return by itself when you release it. As you signal a turn or a lane change, if the arrows don’t flash but just stay on, a signal bulb may be burned out and other drivers won’t see your turn signal.

If a bulb is burned out, replace it to help avoid an accident. If the green arrows don’t go on at all when you signal a turn, check the fuse (see the Index under Fuses G Circuit Breakers) and for burned-out bulbs. If you have a trailer towing option with added wiring for the trailer lights, a different turn signal flasher is used. With this flasher installed, the signal indicator will flash even if a turn signal bulb is burned out. Check the front and rear turn signal lights regularly to make sure they are working.

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I Cruise Control (OPTION) With cruise control, you can maintain a speed of about 25 mph (40 lun/h) or more without keeping your foot on the accelerator. This can really help on long trips. Cruise control does not work at speeds below about 25 rnph (40 ltm/h). When you apply your brakes, the cruise control shuts off.

3. Push in the SET button at the end of

the lever and release it.

4. Take your foot off the accelerator

pedal.

To Sef Cruise Control 1. Move the cruise control switch to ON.

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2. Get up to the speed you want.

resume your set speed by moving the cruise control switch to RESUME/ ACCEL. Use the SET button to reset cruise (see To Set Cruise Control earlier in this section). If you hold the switch at RESUME/ACCEL longer than half a second, the vehicle will keep going faster until you release the switch or apply the brake. You could be startled and even lose control. So unless you want to go faster, don’t hold the switch at RESUME/ACCEL.

To Increase Speed While Using Cruise Control There are two ways to go to a higher speed. Here’s the first: 1. Use the accelerator pedal to get to the

higher speed.

2. Push the button at the end of the

lever, then release the button and the accelerator pedal. You’ll now cruise at the higher speed.

Here’s the second way to go to a higher speed:

Move the cruise switch from ON to RESUME/ACCEL. Hold it there until you get up to the speed you want, and then release the switch. To increase your speed in very small amounts, move the switch to RESUME/ACCEL for less than half a second and then release it. Each time you do this, your vehicle will go about 1 mph (1.6 km/h) faster.

If you have the 3800 V6 engine, the accelerate feature will only work after you have set the initial cruise control speed by pushing the SET button. If you have the 3100 V6 engine, the accelerate feature will work whether or not you have set an initial cruise control speed.

To Reduce Speed While Using Cruise Control Push in the button at the end of the lever until you reach the lower speed you want, then release it.

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ro Resume a Set Speed Suppose you set your cruise control at a lesired speed and then you apply the brake. This, of course, shuts off the mise control. But you don’t need to reset it. Once you’re going about 25 rnph (40 km/h) or more, you can move the cruise control- switch from ON to RESUME/ACCEL (which stands for Resume/Accelerate) for about half a second. You’ll go right back up to your chosen speed and stay there. If you have the 3800 V6 engine, cruise control memory will be erased when you place the transaxle in P (Park). If this is the case, you will not be able to

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To slow down in very small amounts, push the button for less than half a second. Each time you do this, you'll go 1 mph (1.6 ltm/h) slower.

Passing Another Vehicle While Using Cruise Control Use the accelerator pedal to increase your speed. When you take your foot off the pedal, your vehicle will slow down to the cruise control speed you set earlier.

Using Cruise Control on Hills How well your cruise control will work on hills depends upon your speed, load, and the steepness of the hills. When going up steep hills, you may have to step on the accelerator pedal to maintain your speed. When going downhill, you may have to brake or shift to a lower gear to keep your speed down. Of course, applying the brake takes you out of cruise control. Many drivers find this to be too much trouble and don't use cruise control on steep hills.

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To Get Out of Cruise Control There are two ways to turn off the cruise control:

Step lightly on the brake pedal; OR Move the cruise switch to OFF.

If your vehicle has the optional traction control system (TCS), the cruise control will shut off when TCS is actively controlling wheel spin. See the Index under Traction Control System.

To Erase Cruise Speed Memory When you turn off the cruise control or the ignition, your cruise control set speed memory is erased. If you have the 3800 V6 engine, cruise control memory will also be erased when you place the transaxle in P (Park).

Headlights Push the p$ switch to turn on: Parking Lights Side Marker Lights Taillights Instrument Panel Lights

Pull the switch to turn off the lights.

Push the -:a- switch to turn on the

headlights, kogether with:

Parking Lights Side Marker Lights Taillights Instrument Panel Lights

Pull the switch to turn off the lights.

Operation of Lights Although your vehicle’s lighting system (headlights, parking lights, fog lamps, side marker lights and taillights) meets all applicable federal lighting requirements, certain states and provinces may apply their own lighting regulations that may require special attention before you operate these lights. For example, some jurisdictions may require that you operate your fog lamps only when your lower beam headlights are also on, or that headlights be turned on whenever you must use your windshield wipers. In addition, most jurisdictions prohibit driving solely with parking lights, especially at dawn or dusk. It is recommended that you check with your own state or provincial highway authority for applicable lighting regulations.

Lights On Reminder If you turn the ignition key to the Off or Lock position while leaving the lights on, you will hear a warning chime.

Headlight High-Low Beam Changer To change the headlights from high to low beam, or low to high, simply pull the turn signal lever all the way toward you. Then release it. When the high beams are on, a blue light on the instrument cluster also will be on.

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Fog Lights Slide the lower control up to turn on the fog lights, down to turn them off. An amber indicator light next to the control will glow when the fog lights are on. Your headlights must be on for your fog lights to go on. Although your fog lights will go off when your high beams are on, high beams are not recommended for driving in fog.

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lnsfrument Panel lntensify Control Slide the upper control up to increase the brightness of the instrument panel lights, down to decrease the brightness. Slide the control all the way down to turn them off.

lnterior Lights Control Slide the upper control all the way up tc turn on the interior lights.

Windshield Wipers The windshield wiper and washer controls are located to the right of the instrument cluster. For a Single Wiper Cycle: Press the switch marked MIST and release. For more cycles, press and hold the switch.

For Pulse Delay Wiper Cycles: The pulse delay cycle system allows you to set the wiper speed as slow as 20 seconds between cycles, or faster. Pulse delay cycles are very useful in light rain or snow. Slide the upper control to the DELAY area. The lower the position, the slower the cycle; the higher the position, the faster the cycle.

For Steady Wiper Cycles: Slide the lpper control either to the LO or HI ?osition, depending on the wiper speed JOU want.

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To Turn the Wipers Off Slide the upper control to the OFF position. 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 wipers. A circuit breaker will stop them until the motor cools. Clear away snow or ice to prevent an overload.

Windshield Washer ro wash your windshield, press and Told the windshield washer switch. The washers and wipers will operate. When JOU release the switch, the washers will ;top, and the wipers will continue to lperate for two cycles, unless your wipers had already been on. In that case, the wipers will resume the wiper speed you had selected earlier. Driving without washer fluid can be dangerous. A bad mud splash can block your vision. You could hit another vehicle or go off the road. Check your washer fluid level often.

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NOTICE: When using concentrated washer fluid, follow the manufacturer’s instructions for adding water. Don’t mix water with ready-to- use washer fluid. Water can cause the solution to freeze and damage your washer fluid tank and other parts of the washer system. Also, water doesn’t clean as well as washer fluid. Fill your washer fluid tank only 3/4 full when it’s very cold. This allows for expansion, which could damage the tank if it is completely full. Don’t use radiator antifreeze in your windshield washer. It can damage your paint.

Rear Window Wiper and Washer To Use Your Rear Wiper: Slide the lower control to Ql . For a Delayed Wiper Cycle: Slide the lower control to DELAY. To Wash the Rear Window: Slide the

lower control to a and hold it. The

washer and wiper will operate only as long as the control is held in that position. Then the wiper will return to DELAY.

4 Overhead Console The optional front overhead console has reading lights, two switches for the optional power sliding door, storage compartments, including one for your garage door opener and one for sunglasses, a compass and an outside temperature display. The features of the optional overhead console are explained on the following pages.

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Reading Lights To turn on or off either reading light, press the switch next to it. To adjust the aim of the lights, pivot the lamps in their sockets.

Garage Door Opener Compartment You can store your garage door opener in the front compartment of your overhead console, and operate it from this position. To install your garage door opener, follow these instructions: 1. Open the compartment by pressing the latch forward. Remove the piece of self-sticking Velcro@.

2. Peel the protective backing from the

Velcro@ and press it firmly to the back of your garage door opener.

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3. To make sure the button on your

garage door opener is centered above the button on the compartment door, use the intersecting lines on the Velcro@ inside the Compartment as a guide. Center the control button of your garage door opener over the point where the lines intersect, and press the opener firmly into place. Make sure the button is facing down. 4. Once the opener is installed, use the pegs inside the compartment door to make sure the button on the compartment door will contact the control button on your garage door opener when pressed.

5. Add one peg at a time until your

garage door opener operates with the compartment door closed when you press the button.

Temperature and Compass Display The outside air temperature and the compass are displayed at the front of the overhead console. The control switches are located to the left of the display. Turn the display on or off by pressing the ON/OFF switch. Display the temperature in either degrees Fahrenheit (English) or Celsius (metric) by pressing the US/MET switch.

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2. Press and hold both the ON/OFF and the US/MET switches. The display will go off.

3. After 5 seconds, VAR CAL will

appear on the display. When it does, release both buttons.

4. Press US/MET until your zone number appears on the display.

5. Press ON/OFF to enter your zone number. Your variance is now set.

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If the outside temperature is 37" F (3" C) or lower when you turn on the ignition, ICE will appear briefly on the display. It's there to caution the driver that road conditions may be icy and that appropriate precautions should be taken. Compass Calibration: The compass is self-calibrating, so it does not need to be manually set. However, when your Silhouette is new, the compass may function erratically. If it does, CAL (Calibration) will appear on the display. To correct the problem, drive in a complete 360" circle three times, and the compass will function normally.

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Compass Variance: v'ariance is the difference between nagnetic north and geographic north. :n some areas the difference between :he two can be great enough to cause 'alse compass readings. If this happens, ollow these instructions to set the rariance for your particular location: I. Locate your location on the zone

map. Note your zone number.

Storage Compartment To open the rear storage compartment in the overhead console, press the release button.

Sunglasses Storage Compartment To open the sunglasses storage compartment in the overhead console, press the release button. Then pull the compartment down to the full open position, as shown.

Inferior Lights Override Switch rhis switch is located to the left of the zigarette lighter in the center instrument panel console. It has two positions, DOOR (on) and OFF, and overrides all interior lights except the reading lights. The interior lights go on each time you open the doors. You can turn off these lights so that the doors may be left open without running down the battery by turning the interior lights override switch to OFF.

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Center Dome Light Located in the center of your vehicle, this light has no switch of its own. It will go on each time you open the doors, unless you turn the interior lights override switch in the center instrument panel console to OFF. If you have the optional rear climate control, you will not have a center dome light.

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Rear lnterior Lights The rear dome light also has two reading lights. The dome light will go on each time you open the doors, unless you turn the interior lights override switch in the center instrument panel console to OFF. To turn on either reading light, press the switch next to it. There are also two lights in the liftgate to light the rear cargo area. These will come on each time you open the liftgate, unless the interior lights override switch is in the OFF position.

Accessory Power Outlet The power outlet is located in the rear compartment on the driver’s side. To open, slide the latch down and remove the cover. The power outlet can be used to plug in electrical equipment such as a cellular telephone, CB radio, etc. Follow the proper installation instructions that are included with any electrical equipment you install.

When not in use, always cover the outlet with the protective cap.

NOTICE: When using the accessory power outlet:

Maximum load of any electrical equipment should not exceed 20 amps. Be sure to turn off any electrical equipment when not in use. Leaving electrical equipment on for extended periods can drain your battery.

Air Infitor System (omow Your vehicle may be equipped with an air inflator. With it, you can inflate things like air mattresses and basketballs, and you can also use it to bring your tires up to the proper pressure. The air inflator is located in the rear compartment on the driver’s side. To open, slide the latch down and remove the cover.

The air inflator kit is stored in a pouch in the glove box. It includes a 20-foot (6 m) hose with an air pressure gage, nozzle adapters and instructions.

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you may damage the system. After 30 minutes, wait at least 10 minutes before restarting the air inflator. To turn off the inflator, press OFF and detach the hose, first from the inflated object, then from the outlet. Place the inflator kit tools in the pouch and store it in the glove box.

4 Inside DaylNight Rearview Mirror To reduce glare from lights behind you, pull the lever toward you to the night position.

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To use your air inflator system, attach the appropriate nozzle adapter, if required, to the end of the hose that has the pressure gage. Then attach that end