1996 Oldsmobile Silhouette Owners Manual

be 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, have a qualified technician do the work.

If you are skilled enough to do some work on your vehicle, you will probably want to get the service information GM publishes. See “Service and Owner Publications” in the Index.

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“Part B: Owner Checks and 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. “Part C: Periodic Maintenance Inspections” explains important inspections that your Oldsmobile retailer’s service department or another qualified service center should perform. “Part D: Recommended Fluids and 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. “Part 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 part. 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.

Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services Using Your Maintenance Schedule We at General Motors want to help you keep your vehicle in good working condition. But we don’t know exactly how you’ll drive it. You may drive very short distances only a few times a week. Or you may drive long distances all the time in very hot, dusty weather. You may use your vehicle in making deliveries. Or you may drive it to work, to do errands or in many other ways. Because of all the different ways people use their GM vehicles, maintenance needs vary. You may even need more frequent checks and replacements than you’ll find in the schedules i n this section. So please read this section and note how you drive. If you have any questions on how to keep your vehicle in good condition, see your Oldsmobile retailer. This part tells you the maintenance services you should have done and when you should schedule them. If you go to your retailer for your service needs, you’ll know that GM-trained and supported service people will perform the work using genuine GM parts.

The proper fluids and lubricants to use are listed in Part 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. 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 “Loading Your Vehicle” in the Index. are driven on reasonable road surfaces within legal driving limits. use the recommended fuel. See “Fuel” in the Index.

Selecting the Right Schedule First you’ll need to decide which of the two schedules is right for your vehicle. Here’s how to decide which schedule to follow:

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Maintenance Schedule I Short Trip/City

Follow the Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule if any one of these conditions is true for your vehicle: 0 Most trips are less than 5 to 10 miles (8 to 16 km).

Definition

This is particularly important when outside temperatures are below freezing.

0 Most trips include extensive idling (such as frequent

driving in stop-and-go traffic).

0 Most trips are through dusty areas.

You frequently tow a trailer or use a carrier on top of your vehicle.

0 If the vehicle is used for delivery service, police, taxi

or other commercial application.

One of the reasons you should follow this schedule if you operate your vehicle under any of these conditions is that these conditions cause engine oil to break down sooner:

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Short Trip/City Intervals Every 3,000 Miles (5 000 km): Engine Oil and Filter

Change (or 3 months, whichever occurs first). Every 6,000 Miles (10 000 km): Chassis Lubrication (or 6 months, whichever occurs first). At 6,000 Miles (10 000 km) -- Then Every 12,000 Miles (20 000 km): Tire Rotation. Every 15,000 Miles (25 000 km): Air Cleaner Filter

Inspection, if driving in dusty conditions.

Every 30,000 Miles (50 000 km): Air Cleaner

Filter Replacement.

Every 50,000 Miles (83 000 km): Automatic Transaxle

Service (severe conditions only).

Every 60,000 Miles (100 000 km): Engine Accessory

Drive Belt Inspection. Fuel Tank, Cap and Lines Inspection (or every 60 months, whichever occurs first).

Every 100,000 Miles (166 000 km): Cooling System

Service (or every 60 months, whichever occurs first). Spark Plug Wire Inspection. Spark Plug Replacement.

These intervals only sunzmnrize maintenmxe services. Be sure to follow the complete maintenance schedule on the following pages.

Maintenance Schedule I Long Tripmighway Definition

Im Long Tripmighway Intervals

Follow this maintenance schedule only if none of the conditions from the Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule is true. Driving n vehicle with n fidly wnrnzed engine under lziglzwny conditions causes engine oil to brecrk down slowe~

Every 7,500 Miles (12 500 km): Engine Oil and Filter

Change (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). Chassis Lubrication (or every I2 months, whichever occurs first). At 7,500 Miles (12 500 km) -- Then Every 15,000 Miles (25 000 km): Tire Rotation.

Every 30,000 Miles (50 000 km): Air Cleaner

Filter Replacement.

Every 50,000 Miles (83 000 km): Automatic Transaxle

Service (severe conditions only).

Every 60,000 Miles (100 000 km): Engine Accessory

Drive Belt Inspection. Fuel Tank, Cap and Lines Inspection (or every 60 months, whichever occurs first).

Every 100,000 Miles (166 000 km): Cooling System

Service (or every 60 months, whichever occurs first). Spark Plug Wire Inspection. Spark Plug Replacement.

Tlwse intervals only surntnnrize maintenance services. Be sure to follow the complete maintenarzce sch,edule on the jollowing pages.

I Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule I

3,000 Miles (5 000 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every

3 months, whichever occurs first). AI? Emission Control Service.

DATE

ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED B Y

The services shown in this schedule up to 100,000 miles (1 66 000 km) should be performed after 100,000 miles ( 166 000 km) at the same intervals. Footnotes 3- The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency or the California Air Resources Board has determined that the failure to perform this maintenance item will not nullify the emission warranty or limit recall liability prior to the completion of the vehicle’s useful life. We, however, urge that all recommended maintenance services be performed at the indicated intervals and the maintenance be recorded. # Lubricate the parking brake cable guides and underbody contact points and linkage.

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I 9,000 Miles (15 000 km) 17 Change engine oil and filter (or every

3 months, whichever occurs first). AI^ Emission Contt-ol Service.

1 Short TripKity Maintenance Schedule 6,000 Miles (10 000 km)

Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service.

0 Lubricate chassis components; see footnote # (or every 6 months, whichever occurs first). 0 Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and

Rotation” in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information. During tire rotation, check brake calipers for freedom of movement and lubricate if required.

DATE

ACTUAL MILEAGE

SERVICED B Y

DATE

ACTUAL MILEAGE

SERVICED B Y

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I Short Wip/City Maintenance Schedule I 12,000 Miles (20 000 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every

3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service.

0 Lubricate chassis components; see footnote ## (or every 6 months, whichever occurs first).

15,000 Miles (25 000 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every

3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service.

I'J Inspect air cleaner filter if you are driving

in dusty conditions. Replace filter if necessary. An Emission Control Service.

DATE ACTUAL

MILEAGE

SERVICED BY:

MILEAGE -==-I

SERVICED BY:

DATE ACTUAL

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I Short TripKity Maintenance Schedule I 18,000 Miles (30 000 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every

3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service.

0 Lubricate chassis components; see footnote # (or every 6 months, whchever occurs first). Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation” in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information. During tire rotation, check brake calipers for freedom of movement and lubricate if required.

21,000 Miles (35 000 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every

3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Sewice.

ACTUAL MILEAGE

SERVICED BY:

DATE

ACTUAL MILEAGE

SERVICED BY:

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I Short TripKity Maintenance Schedule I 24,000 Miles (40 000 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every

3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Lubricate chassis components; see footnote # (or every 6 months, whichever occurs first).

2 7,000 Miles (45 000 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every

3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service.

I DATE

I ACTUAL MILEAGE

ISERVICED B Y I

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I 33,000 Miles (55 000 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every

3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service.

I Short TripKity Maintenance Schedule 30,000 Miles (50 000 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every

3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service.

0 Lubricate chassis components; see footnote # (or every 6 months, whichever occurs first). Replace air cleaner filter. An Emission Control Service.

0 Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and

Rotation” in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information. During ti.re rotation, check brake calipers for freedom of movement and lubricate

if required. I ACTUAL MILEAGE

ACTUAL MILEAGE

SERVICED B Y

SERVICED B Y

DATE

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Short TripKity Maintenance Schedule 36,000 Miles (60 000 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every

3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service.

0 Lubricate chassis components; see footnote # (or every 6 months, whichever occurs first).

39,000 Miles (65 000 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every

3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service.

DATE

ACTUAL MILEAGE

SERVICED BY:

DATE

ACTUAL MILEAGE

SERVICED BY:

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I Short TriplCity Maintenance Schedule 42,000 Miles (70 000 km)

I 45,000 Miles (75 000 km)

Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service.

Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service.

0 Lubricate chassis components; see footnote # 0 Inspect air cleaner filter if you are driving 0 Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and

in dusty conditions. Replace filter if necessary. An Emission Control Service.

(or every 6 months, whichever occurs first).

Rotation” in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information. During tire rotation, check brake calipers for freedom of movement and lubricate if required.

DATE

ACTUAL MILEAGE

SERVICED BY:

DATE

ACTUAL MILEAGE

SERVICED BY:

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I Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule 48.000 Miles (80 000 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every

3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service.

0 Lubricate chassis components; see footnote # (or every 6 months, whichever occurs first).

50,000 Miles (83 000 kn 0 Change automatic transaxle fluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions: - In heavy city traffic where the outside

temperature regularly reaches 9OoF (32°C) or higher.

- In hilly or mountainous terrain. - When doing frequent trailer towing. - Uses such as found in taxi, police or If you do not use your vehicle under any of these conditions, thejluid andfilter do not require changing.

delivery service.

DATE

ACTUAL MILEAGE

SERVICED B Y

DATE

ACTUAL MILEAGE

SERVICED B Y

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I Short TripKity Maintenance Schedule 51,000 Miles (85 000 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every

3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service.

54,000 Miles (90 000 km) I7 Change engine oil and filter (or every

3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Lubricate chassis components; see footnote ## (or every 6 months, whichever occurs first).

0 Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and

Rotation” in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information. During tire rotation, check brake calipers for freedom of movement and lubricate if required.

DATE

ACTUAL MILEAGE

SERVICED BY:

DATE

ACTUAL MILEAGE

SERVICED BY:

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r Short TripfCity Maintenance Schedule I

57,000 Miles (95 000 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every

3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service.

60,000 Miles (100 000 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every

3 months, whichever occurs first). AII Elnissior.7 Control Service. Lubricate chassis components; see footnote # :urs first). (or every 6 months, whichever occ 0 Inspect engine accessory drive be It. 0 Replace air cleaner filter. An EInission Control Service. 0 Inspect fuel tank, cap and lines for damage

or leaks. Inspect fuel cap gasket for any damage. Replace parts as needed. An Emission Corltrol Service.

DATE

. ACTUAL MILEAGE

SERVICED BY:

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I Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule 63,000 Miles (105 000 krn) 17 Change engine oil and filter (or every

3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service.

66,000 Miles (110 000 km)

Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service.

0 Lubricate chassis components; see footnote ## (or every 6 months, whichever occurs first). 0 Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and

Rotation” in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information. During tire rotation, check brake calipers for freedom of movement and lubricate if required.

DATE

ACTUAL MILEAGE

SERVICED B Y

DATE

ACTUAL MILEAGE

~~

SERVICED B Y

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I Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule 69,000 Miles (115 000 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every

3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Sewice.

72,000 Miles (120 000 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every

3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Sewice.

0 Lubricate chassis components; see footnote # (or every 6 months, whichever occurs first).

I DATE

I ACTUAL MILEAGE

!SERVICED BY: I

DATE ACTUAL

MILEAGE

SERVICED BY:

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I Short TripKity Maintenance Schedu’? I _. LOO0 Miles (125 000 km) 17 Change engine oil and filter (or every

3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service.

0 Inspect air cleaner filter if you are driving

in dusty conditions. Replace filter if necessary. An Emission Control Service.

/s,OOO Miles (130 000 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every

3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service.

0 Lubricate chassis components; see footnote ## (or every 6 months, whichever occurs first). 0 Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and

Rotation’’ in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information. During tire rotation, check brake calipers for freedom of movement and lubricate if required.

DATE

ACTUAL MILEAGE

SERVICED B Y

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81,000 Miles (135 000 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every

3 months, whichever occurs first).

Emission Control Service.

84,000 Miles (140 000 km) 0 Change engine oil and.filter (or every

3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Sewice.

0 Lubricate chassis components; see footnote # (or every 6 months, whichever occurs first).

DATE ACTUAL

MILEAGE SERVICED BY:

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1 Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule 87,000 Miles (145 000 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every

3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service.

90,000 Miles (150 000 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every

3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Con fro1 Service.

0 Lubricate chassis components; see footnote # (or every 6 months, whichever occurs first). 0 Replace air cleaner filter. An E~nission Control Service. Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation” in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information. During tire rotation, check brake calipers for freedom of movement and lubricate if required.

DATE

ACTUAL MILEAGE

SERVICED BY:

DATE

ACTUAL MILEAGE

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~~

SERVICED B Y

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1 Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule 93,000 Miles (155 000 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every

3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service.

96,000 Miles (160 000 km) I7 Change engine oil and filter (or every

3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service.

0 Lubricate chassis components; see footnote ## (or every 6 months, whichever occurs first).

DATE

ACTUAL MILEAGE

SERVICED B Y

DATE

ACTUAL MILEAGE

SERVICED B Y

I Short TripKity Maintenance Schedule 99,000 Miles (165 000 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every

3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service.

100,000 Miles (166 000 km) Drain, flush and refill cooling system (or every 60 months since last service, whichever occurs first). See “Engine Coolant’’ in the Index for what to use. Inspect hoses. Clean radiator, condenser, pressure cap and neck. Pressure test cooling system and pressure cap. An Emission Control Service. 0 Inspect spark plug wires. A11 Emission Control Service.

d ACTUAL MILEAGE

SERVICED BV:

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I Short TripKity Maintenance Schedule I 1,000 Miles (166 000 km) (Cont ued) 7 Replace spark plugs. An Emission Control Service. 0 Change automatic transaxle fluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions: - In heavy city traffic where the outside

temperature regularly reaches 90 OF (32°C) or higher.

- In hilly or mountainous terrain. - When doing frequent trailer towing. - Uses such as found in taxi, police or

delivery service.

If you do not use your vehicle under any of these conditions, the fluid andfilter do not

require changing.

DATE

ACTUAL MILEAGE

SERVICED B Y I

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[ Long Tripmighway Maintenance Schedule 1

The services shown in this schedule up to 100,000 miles (166 000 km) should be performed after 100,000 miles ( 166 000 km) at the same intervals. Footnotes 3- The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency or the California Air Resources Board has determined that the ’ failure to perform this maintenance item will not nullify the emission warranty or limit recall liability prior to the completion of the vehicle’s useful life. We, however, urge that all recommended maintenance services be performed at the indicated intervals and the maintenance be recorded. ## Lubricate the parking brake cable guides and underbody contact points and linkage.

7,500 Miles (12 500 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service.

,n Lubricate chassis components; see footnote ## (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation” in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information. During tire rotation, check brake calipers for freedom of movement and lubricate if required.

I Long Tripmighway Maintenance Schedule 15,000 Miles (25 000 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every

”

12 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service.

0 Lubricate chassis components; see footnote # (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first).

22,500 Miles (37 500 km) 17 Change engine oil and filter (or every

12 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service.

0 Lubricate chassis components; see footnote ## (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). 0 Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and

Rotation” in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information. During tire rotation, check brake calipers for freedom of movement and lubricate if required.

DATE

ACTUAL MILEAGE

SERVICED B Y

DATE

ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED B Y

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Long Trip/Highway Maintenance Schedule I 30,000 Miles (50 000 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every

12 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service.

0 Lubricate chassis components; see footnote # (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). 0 Replace air cleaner filter. An Emission Control Service.

37,500 Miles (62 500 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every

12 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service.

0 Lubricate chassis components; see footnote ## (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). 0 Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and

Rotation” in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information. During tire rotation, check brake calipers for freedom of movement and lubricate if required.

DATE

ACTUAL MILEAGE

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SERVICED B Y

DATE

ACTUAL MILEAGE

SERVICED B Y

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Long Tripmighway Maintenance Schedule 45,000 Miles (75 000 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every

12 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service.

0 Lubricate chassis components; see footnote ## (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first).

50,000 Miles (83 000 km) 0 Change automatic transaxle fluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions: - In heavy city traffic where the outside

temperature regularly reaches 90°F (32°C) or higher.

- In hilly or mountainous terrain. - When doing frequent trailer towing. - Uses such as found in taxi, police or

delivery service.

I ~ Y O L L do not use your vehicle under any of these conditions, the fluid andfilter do not require changing.

SERVICED B Y

DATE SERVICED

ACTUAL MILEAGE

B Y

I DATE

I ACTUALMILEAGE

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Long Tripmighway Maintenance Schedule 52,500 Miles (87 500 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service.

0 Lubricate chassis components; see footnote # (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). 0 Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and

Rotation” in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information. During tire rotation, check brake calipers for freedom of movement and lubricate if required.

60,000 Miles (100 000 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service.

0 Lubricate chassis components; see footnote # (or every 12 months, whichever occurs fiist). 0 Inspect engine accessory drive belt. 0 Replace air cleaner filter. An Emission Control Service. 0 Inspect fuel tank, cap and lines for damage

or leaks. Inspect fuel cap gasket for any damage. Replace parts as needed. An Emission Control Service. 3-

DATE

ACTUAL MILEAGE

SERVICED BY:

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Long TripMighway Maintenance. Schedule I 67,500 Miles (112 500 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every

12 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service.

0 Lubricate chassis Components; see footnote # (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). 0 Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and

Rotation” in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information. During tire rotation, check brake calipers for freedom of movement and lubricate if required.

75,000 Miles (125 000 km) CI Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service.

0 Lubricate chassis components; see footnote ## (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first).

DATE

ACTUAL MILEAGE

SERVICED B Y

DATE

ACTUAL MILEAGE

SERVICED B Y

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Long Tripmighway Maintenance Schedule 82,500 Miles (137 500 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every

12 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service.

0 Lubricate chassis components; see footnote # (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). 0 Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and

Rotation” in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information. During tire rotation, check brake calipers for freedom of movement and lubricate if required.

90,000 Miles (150 000 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every

12 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service.

17 Lubricate chassis components; see footnote # (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). 0 Replace air cleaner filter. An Emission Control Service.

DATE

ACTUAL MILEAGE

SERVICED B Y

DATE

ACTUAL MILEAGE

SERVICED B Y

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q n g Tripmighway Maintenance Schedule 97,500 Miles (162 500 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every

12 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service.

0 Lubricate chassis components; see footnote # (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). 0 Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and

Rotation’’ in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information. During tire rotation, check brake calipers for freedom of movement and lubricate if required.

100,000 Miles (166 000 km) 0 Drain, flush and refill cooling system (or every 60 months since last service, whichever occurs first). See “Engine Coolant’’ in the Index for what to use. Inspect hoses. Clean radiator, condenser, pressure cap and neck. Pressure test the cooling system and pressure cap. An Ernission Corztrol Service. 0 Inspect spark plug wires. An Ernission Control Service.

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Long Tripmighway Maintenance Schedule

An Emission Control Service.

0 Replace spark plugs. 0 Change automatic transaxle fluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions: - In heavy city traffic where me outside temperature regularly reaches 90 O F (32°C) or higher.

- In hilly or mountainous terrain. - When doing frequent trailer towing. - Uses such as found in taxi, police or

delivery service.

I f you do not use your vehicle under any of these conditions, the fluid andfilter do not require changing

DATE

ACTUAL MILEAGE

SERVICED B Y

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Part B: Owner Checks and 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 Part D. At Each Fuel Fill It is important for you or a service station attendant to pevforrn these underhood checks at each fixelfill.

Engine Oil Level Check Check the engine oil level and add the proper oil if necessary. See “Engine Oil” in the Index for further details.

Engine Coolant Level Check Check the engine coolant level and add the proper coolant mix if necessary. See “Engine Coolant” in the Index for further details.

Windshield Washer Fluid Level Check Check the windshield washer fluid level in the windshield washer tank and add the proper fluid if necessary. See “Windshield Washer Fluid” in the Index for further details. At Least Once a - -011 Tire Inflation Check Make sure tires are inflated to the correct pressures. See “Tires” in the Index for further details.

Cassette Deck Service Clean cassette deck. Cleaning should be done every 50 hours of tape play. See “Audio Systems” in the Index for further details.

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At Least Once a Year Key Lock Cylinders Service Lubricate the key lock cylinders with the lubricant specified in Part D.

Body Lubrication Service 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, console door, and any folding seat hardware. Part D tells you what to use. More frequent lubrication may be required when exposed to a corrosive environment.

At Least N i c e a Year Restraint System Check Make sure the safety belt rem’ mder light and all your belts, buckles, latch plates, retractors and anchorages are working properly. If your vehicle has a built-in child restraint, also periodically make sure the harness straps, latch plates, buckle, clip, child head restraint and anchorages are working properly. Look for any other loose or damaged safety belt and built-in child restraint system parts. If you see anything that might keep a safety belt or built-in child restraint system from doing its job, have it repaired. Have any torn or frayed safety belts or harness straps replaced. Also look for any opened or broken air bag covers, and have them repaired or replaced. (The air bag system does not need regular maintenance.)

Automatic Transaxle Check Check the transaxle fluid level; add if needed. See “Automatic Transaxle” in the Index. A fluid loss may indicate a problem. Check the system and repair if needed.

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Starter Switch Check

Brake-Transaxle Shift Interlock (BTSI) Check

’ A CAUTION:

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

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.

2.

3.

Before you start, be sure you have enough room around the vehicle. Firmly apply both the parking brake (see “Parking Brake” in the Index if necessary) and the regular brake. NOTE: Do not use the accelerator pedal, and be ready to turn off the engine immediately if it starts. Try to start the engine in each gear. The starter should work only in PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N). If the starter works in any other position, your vehicle needs service.

1.

2.

3.

Before you start, be sure you have enough room around the vehicle. It should be parked on a level surface. Firmly apply the parking brake (see “Parking Brake” in the Index if necessary). NOTE: Be ready to apply the regular brake immediately if the vehicle begins to move. With the engine off, turn the key to the RUN position, but don’t start the engine. Without applying the regular brake, try to move the shift lever out of PARK (P) with normal effort. If the shift lever moves out of PARK (P), your vehicle’s BTSI needs service.

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Steering Column Lock Check While parked, and with the parking brake set, try to turn the key to LOCK in each shift lever position. 0 The key should turn to LOCK only when the shft

lever is in PARK (P).

0 The key should come out only in LOCK. Parking Brake and Automatic Transaxle PARK (P)

lism Check

When you are doing this check, your vehicle could begin to move. You or others could be injured and property could be damaged. Make sure there is room in front of your vehicle in case it begins to roll. Be ready to apply the regular brake at once should the vehicle begin to move.

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 NEUTRAL (N), slowly remove foot pressure from the regular brake pedal. Do this until the vehicle is held by the parking brake only. To check the PARK (P) mechanism’s holding ability: With the engine running, shift to PARK (P). Then release all brakes.

Underbody Flushing Service 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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Part C: Periodic Maintenance Inspections 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 retailer’s service department or other qualified service center do these jobs. Make sure any necessary repairs are completed at once. Proper procedures to perform these services may be found in an Oldsmobile Service Manual. See “Service and Owner Publications’’ in the Index. Steering, Suspension and Front-Wheel-Drive Axle Boot and Seal Inspection 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 hook-up, binding, leaks, cracks, chafing, etc. Clean and then inspect the drive axle boot seals for damage, tears or leakage. Replace seals if necessary. Exhaust System Inspection 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 “Engine Exhaust’’ in the Index. Radiator anc d Heater Hose Inspection Inspect the hoses and have them replaced if they are cracked, swollen or deteriorated. Inspect all pipes, fittings and clamps; replace as needed. Throttle Linkage Inspect!. : Inspect the throttle linkage for interrerence or binding, and for damage or missing parts. Replace parts as needed. Replace any cables that have high effort or excessive wear. Do not lubricate accelerator and cruise control cables. Brake System Inspection Inspect the complete system. Inspect brake lines and hoses for proper hook-up, 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.

Part D: Recommended Fluids and Lubricants NOTE: Fluids and lubricants identified below by name, part number or specification may be obtained from your GM retailer.

USAGE

Engine Oil

Engine Coolant

FLUIDLUBRICANT Engine oil with the American Petroleum Institute Certified For Gasoline Engines “Starburst” symbol of the proper viscosity. To determine the preferred viscosity for your vehicle’s engine, see “Engine Oil” in the Index. 50/50 mixture of clean wateL (preferably distilled) and GM Goodwrench@ DEX-COOL TM or Havoline@ DEX-COOL’” (orange-colored, silicate-free) antifreeze conforming to GM Specification 6277M. See “Engine Coolant” in the Index.

USAGE

Coolant Supplement Sealer Hydraulic Brake System

Parking Brake Cable Guides

Power Steering System

Automatic Transaxle Key Lock Cylinders

GM Part No. 3634621 or equivalent with a complete flush and refill.

(GM Part No. 1052535 or

Chassis lubricant (GM Part No. 1052497 or equivalent) or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI Grade 2, Category LB or GC-LB. GM Power Steering Fluid (GM Part No. 1052884 - 1 pt., 1050017 - l qt., or equivalent). DEXRON@-I11 Automatic Transmission Fluid. Multi-Purpose Lubricant, Superlube@ (GM Part No. 12346241 or equivalent).

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USAGE

Chassis Lubrication

Windshield Washer Solvent

Hood Latch Assembly, Pivots, Spring Anchor and Release Pawl

GC-LB.

FLUIDLUBRICANT

Chassis lubricant (GM Part No. 1052497 or equivalent) or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI Grade 2, Category LB or GC-LB. GM Optikleen@ Washer Solvent (GM Part No. 1051515) or equivalent. Lubriplate lubricant aerosol (GM Part No. 12346293 or equivalent) or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI Grade 2, Category LB or

USAGE

Hood and Door Hinges, Rear Folding Seat, Fuel Door Hinge, Rear Compartment Lid Hinges Sliding Door Track

Weatherstrip Conditioning:

FLUIDLUBRICANT

Multi-purpose lubricant, Superlube@ (GM Part No. 12346241 or equivalent).

Lubriplate lubricant aerosol (GM Part No. 12346293 or equivalent) or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI Grade 2, Category LB or GC-LB. Dielectric Silicone Grease (GM Part No. 12345579 or equivalent).

See “Replacement Parts” in the Index for recommended replacement filters and spark plugs.

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Part E: Maintenance Record After the scheduled services are performed, record the date, odometer reading and who performed the service in the boxes provided after the maintenance interval. Any additional information from “Owner Checks and

Services” or “Periodic Maintenance’’ can be added on the following record pages. Also, you should retain all maintenance receipts. Your owner information portfolio is a convenient place to store them.

Maintenance Record

DATE

ODOMETER READING

SERVICED BY

MAINTENANCE PERFORMED

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Maintenance Record

MAINTENANCE

PERFORMED

ODOMETER

SERVICED BY

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Section 8 Customer Assistance Information

Customer Satisfaction Procedure

Here you will find out how to contact Oldsmobile if you need assistance. This section also tells you how to obtain service publications and how to report any safety defects. This section includes information on:

The Customer Satisfaction Procedure Customer Assistance for Text Telephone (TTY) Users Roadside Assistance Courtesy Transportation BBB Auto Line -- Alternative Dispute Resolution Program Reporting Safety Defects Service and Owner Publications

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For help outside of the United States and Canada, call the following numbers as appropriate:

In Mexico: (525) 625-3256

0 In Puerto Rico: 1-800-496-9992 (English) or

1-800-496-9993 (Spanish) In the US. Virgin Islands: 1-800-496-9994

0 In the Dominican Republic: 1-800-75 1-4135

(English) or 1-800-75 1-4 136 (Spanish) In the Bahamas: 1-800-389-0009

0 In Bermuda, Barbados, Antigua and the British

Virgin Islands: 1-800-534-0122

0 In all other Caribbean countries: 1-809-763- 13 15 0 In other overseas locations, call GM North American

Export Sales in Canada at: 1-905-644-4 112.

Your satisfaction and goodwill are important to your retailer and Oldsmobile. Normally, any concern you may have with your vehicle can be handled by your selling or servicing retailer. Your retailer has the facility, trained technicians, special tools and up-to-date information to promptly address any issue which may arise. Oldsmobile has empowered its retailers to make decisions and repair vehicles, and they are eager to resolve your concern to your complete satisfaction. If your concern has not been resolved to your satisfaction, take the following steps: STEP ONE -- Discuss your concern with a member of retailer management. Normally, concerns can 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 retail facility or the General Manager. STEP TWO -- If after contacting a member of retail facility management, it appears your concern cannot be resolved by the retail facility without further help, contact the Oldsmobile Customer Assistance Network by calling 1-800-442-6537. In Canada, contact GM of Canada Communication Centre in Oshawa by calling 1-800-263-3777 (English) or 1-800-263-7854 (French).

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For prompt assistance, please have the following information available to give the Customer Assistance Representative:

Your name, address, home and business telephone numbers Vehicle Identification Number (This is available from the vehicle registration or title, or the plate at the top left of the instrument panel and visible through the windshield.) Retail facility name and location Vehicle delivery date and present mileage Nature of concern

We encourage you to call us so we can give your inquiry prompt attention. However, if you wish to write Oldsmobile, write to:

Customer Assistance Representative Oldsmobile Central Office 920 Townsend Street P.O. Box 30095 Lansing, MI 48909

Refer to your Warranty and Owner Assistance Information booklet for addresses of Canadian and GM Overseas offices. When contacting Oldsmobile, please remember that your concern will likely be resolved in the retail facility, using the retailer’s facilities, equipment and personnel. That is why we suggest you follow Step One first if you have a concern. Customer Assistance for Text Telephone (TTY) Users To assist customers who are deaf, hard of hearing, or speech-impaired and who use Text Telephones (TTYs), Oldsmobile has TTY equipment available at its Customer Assistance Center. Any TTY user can communicate with Oldsmobile by dialing: 1 -800-833-OLDS. (TTY users in Canada can dial 1-800-263-3830.)

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Oldsmobile Roadside Assistance Program Features and 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.

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24-Hour Oldsmobile Roadside Assistance Telephone Number 1-800-442-OLDS (6537) is the one number to call for assistance in the United States. Trained Customer Assistance Advisors, on-call to render assistance to Oldsrnobile drivers, can dispatch roadside assistance and towing service, locate the nearest Oldsmobile retail facility, 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? Oldsrnobile Roadside Assistance covers all 1996 Oldsmobile vehicles. Coverage is for the Oldsmobile vehicle, regardless of the driver, and is concurrent with the Bumper to Bumper 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.

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Courtesy Transportation

We’re here to help. That’s why whenever your Oldsmobile is undergoing any Bumper to Bumper Warranty service, we’ll make sure you don’t end up stranded at the retail facility. It’s called Courtesy Transportation and it’s our way to make sure you’re able

to get out even when your car is in. For same-day service, we’ll give you a one-way shuttle ride of up to 10 miles. If your vehicle requires overnight warranty repairs, we’ll provide a loaner car or reimburse you up to $30 a day for the cost of alternate transportation -- a cab, a bus or even a rental car if necessary. Having your car serviced is rarely convenient, but with Courtesy Transportation, at least you’ll be able to get where you need to go, whether it’s here, or there. Some state insurance regulations make it impractical to rent vehicles to people under 21 years of age. If you are under 21 and have difficulty renting a vehicle, Oldsmobile will reimburse up to $30/day for documented transporation you receive. Please consult your retailer for details. For warranty repairs during the Complete Vehicle Coverage period in the New Vehicle Limited Warranty, interim transportation may be available under the Courtesy Transportation Program. Please consult your retailer for details. The Roadside Assistance program is available only in the United States and Canada.

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GM Participation in BBB AUTO LINE -- Alternative Dispute Resolution Program* "This program may not be available in all states, depending on state law. Canadian owners refer to your Warranty and Owner Assistance Information booklet. General Motors reserves the right to change eligibility limitations and/or to discontinue its participation in this program. Both Oldsmobile and your Oldsmobile retailer are committed to making sure you are completely satisfied with your new vehicle. Our experience has shown that, if a situation arises where you feel your concern has not been adequately addressed, the Customer Satisfaction Procedure described earlier in this section is very successful. There may be instances where an impartial third party can assist in arriving at a solution to a disagreement regarding vehicle repairs or interpretation of the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. To assist in resolving these disagreem.ents, Oldsmobile voluntarily participates in BBB AUTO LINE.

BBB AUTO LINE is an out-of-court program administered by the Better Business Bureau system to settle disputes between customers and automobile manufacturers. This program is available free of charge to customers who currently own or lease a GM vehicle. If you are not satisfied after following the Customer Satisfaction Procedure, you may contact the BBB using the toll-free telephone number, or write them at the following address:

BBB AUTO LINE Council of Better Business Bureaus 4200 Wilson Boulevard Suite 800 Arlington, VA 22203 Telephone: 1-800-955-5100

To file a claim, you will be asked to provide your name and address, your Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) and a statement of the nature of your complaint. Eligibility is limited by vehicle age and mileage, and other factors.

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We prefer you utilize the Customer Satisfaction Procedure before you resort to AUTO LINE, but you may contact the BBB at any time. The BBB will attempt to resolve the complaint serving as an intermediary between you and Oldsmobile. If this mediation is unsuccessful, an informal hearing will be scheduled where eligible customers may present their case to an impartial third-party arbitrator. The arbitrator will make a decision which you may accept or reject. If you accept the decision, GM will be bound by that decision. The entire dispute resolution procedure should ordinarily take about 40 days from the time you file a claim until a decision is made. Some state laws may require you to use this program before filing a claim with a state-run arbitration program or in the courts. For further information, contact the BBB at 1-800-955-5 100 or the Oldsmobile Customer Assistance Network at 1-800-442-6537.

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 retailer or General Motors. To contact NHTSA, you may either call the Auto Safety Hotline toll-free at 1-800-424-9393 (or 366-0 123 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 Limited. You may write to:

Transport Canada Box 8880 Ottawa, Ontario KlG 352

REPORTING 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, MI 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 Communication Centre 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa, Ontario L1H 8P7

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Service and Owner Publications

Service Manuals Service manuals contain diagnostic and repair information for all chassis and body systems. They may be useful for owners who wish to get a greater understanding of their vehicle. They are also useful for owners with the appropriate skill level or training who wish to perform “do-it-yourself” service. These are authentic General Motors service manuals meant for professional, qualified technicians.

Service manuals, service bulletins, owner’s manuals and other service literature are available for purchase for all current and many past model General Motors vehicles. Toll-free telephone numbers for ordering information:

United States . . . . . . . . . 1-800-55 1-4 123 Canada . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-800-668-5539

Owner Publications Owner’s manuals, warranty folders and various owner assistance booklets provide owners with general operation and maintenance information.

Service Bulletins Service bulletins covering various subjects are regularly sent to all General Motors retail facilities. GM monitors product performance in the field. When service methods are found which promote better service on GM vehicles, bulletins are created to help the technician perform better service. Service bulletins may involve any number of vehicles. Some will describe inexpensive service; others will describe expensive service. Some will advise of new or unexpected conditions, and others may help avoid future costly repairs. Service bulletins are meant for qualified technicians. In some cases bulletins refer to service manuals, specialized tools, equipment and safety procedures necessary to service the vehicle. Since these bulletins are issued throughout the model year and beyond, an index is required and published quarterly to help identify specific bulletins. Subscriptions are available. You can order an index at the toll-free numbers listed previously, or ask a GM retailer to see an index or individual bulletin.

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I Section 9 Index

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1.26. 2.73

2-66 1-10 1-25 1-28 1-27 1-27

Accessory Power Outlet ......................... Adjusting Rear Seats ............................ AirBag ....................................... How Does it Restrain .......................... How it Works ................................ Location .................................... Readiness Light ......................... Servicing ................................... 1-30 What Makes it Inflate ........................... 1-28 What Will You See After it Inflates ............... 1-29 When Should it Inflate . . . . : .................... 1-28 Aircleaner .................................... 6-14 Air Cleaner. Checking or Replacing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6- 15 ................................ 3-3 Air Conditioning Air Conditioning Refrigerants ..................... 6-59 Airhflator .................................... 2-66 Alignment and Balance. Tire ...................... 6-40 Aluminum Wheels. Cleaning ...................... 6-48 AMAX ....................................... 3-17 Antenna. Integrated Roof ......................... 3-25 Antifreeze ..................................... 6-18

Anti-Lock

2.58. 2.59

Brake System Warning Light ................ 2.75. 4.6 Brakes ...................................... 4-6 Anti-Lock Brake System Block Fuse . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 657 Appearance Care ............................... 6-42 Appearance Care Materials ....................... 6-50 Ashtrays ................................. Audio Controls. Steering Wheel Touch Control . . . . . . . 3-22 Audio Equipment. Adding ........................ 3-23 Audio Systems .................................. '3-9 Automatic Door Locks ............................ 2-6 Customizing .................................. 2-6 ......................... 2-6 Overriding Lock Delay Automatic Overdrive ............................ 2-29 Automatic Transaxle Check ....................... 7-35 Automatic Transaxle Fluid ........................ 6-15 ........................... 6-16 Checking the Level HowtoAdd ................................. 6-18 Howtocheck ................................. 6-16 Automatic Transaxle Operation .................... 2-27 Automatic Transaxle Park Mechanism Check . . . . . . . . . 7-37

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Cleaning

Aluminum Wheels ............................ 6-48 Built-in Child Restraint . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-45 Fabric . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-43 Glass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-46 Inside of Your Oldsmobile . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-43 Instrument Panel ............................. 6-45 Leather . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-45 Outside of Your Oldsmobile .................... 6-46 Special Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-44 Stains . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-44 Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-48 Vinyl . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-45 Wheels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-48 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-46 Windshield and Wiper Blades Climate Control System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3- 1 Clock, Setting the . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-9 Coinholder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-59 Comfort Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3- 1 Compact Disc Care ............................. 3-24 Compact Disc Player ............................ 3- I6 Compact Disc Player Errors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3- I8 Compact Overhead Console . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-57 Compact Spare Tire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-32 Compass Calibration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-56 Compass, Electronic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-55 Control of a Vehicle .............................. 4-5 ConvenienceNet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-61 Convex Outside Mirror .......................... 2-53

Coolant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-18 Adding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-21 Checking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-20 Heater, Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-26 RecoveryTank . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-16 Whattouse . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-19 Courtesy Transportation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-5 Cruise Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-44 Cupholders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-58, 2-61 Customer Assistance for Text Telephone Users . . . . . . . . . 8-3 Customer Assistance Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-1 Customer Satisfaction Procedure .................... 8-1 Customizing Your Automatic Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-6

Damage, Finish . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-48 ......................... 8-7 Defects, Reporting Safety Defensive Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Defogger, Rear Window 3-9 Defogging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-8 Defrosting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-8 Delco LOC II@ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-19 Dimensions, Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-60 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-50 Dome Lamps Door

Front . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-3 Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-4 Power Sliding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-13 Resetting the Power Sliding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-17 Sliding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-12

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Driver Position ................................. Driving

City ........................................ 4-18 Defensive .................................... 4-1 Drunken ..................................... 4-2 Freeway .................................... 4-19 In a Blizzard ................................. 4-25 In Foreign Countries ........................... 6-3 In the Rain .................................. 4- 15 Night ...................................... 4-13 OnCurves ................................... 4-8 On Grades While Towing a Trailer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-36 On Hill and Mountain Roads .................... 4-21 On Snow and Ice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-23 Throughwater ............................... 4- 17 WetRoads .................................. 4-15 Winter ...................................... 4-23 With a Trailer ................................ 4-34 ................................ Drunken Driving 4-2 Dump and Stow Feature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-6

Electrical Equipment. Adding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-23. 6-52 Electrical System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-52 Electronic Compass ............................. 2-55 Electronic Level Control ......................... 4-28 Engine ........................................ 6-8 Coolant ..................................... 6-18 Coolant Heater ............................... 2-26 Coolant Level Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-34 9-4

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Engine Oil ................................

2-76 Coolant Temperature Gage Cooling System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-59 Exhaust ..................................... 2-36 OilLevelCheck .............................. 7-34 Overheating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-12 Running While Parked ......................... 2-36 Specifications ................................ 6-60 Starting Your ................................ 2-24 2-80. 6-9 Adding ..................................... 6-10 Additives ................................... 6-12 Checking ................................... 6-10 Pressure Indicator ............................. 2-80 Used ....................................... 6-13 WhattoUse . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-11 Whentochange . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-13 2-36

Exhaust. Engine ................................

Fabric Cleaning ............................... 6-43 Fan Lever. Climate Control System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-2 FillingYourTank ................................ 6-4 Filter. Air ..................................... 6-14 Finish Care .................................... 6-47 Finish Damage ................................. 6-48 First Gear ..................................... 2-31 ......................... 5-1 Flashers. Hazard Warning ............................. Flat Tire. Changing 5-22 Fluid Capacities ................................ 6-59 Fluids and Lubricants ............................ 7-39

FogLamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-49 ........................... 6-3 Foreign Countries. Fuel 1 - I ........................... Four-Way Manual Seat FrontDoor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-3 Front Sidemarker Lamp Bulb Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . 6-30 FrontTowing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-9 . . . . . . . . . . 6-30 Front Turn Signal Lamp Bulb Replacement Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-2 Filling Your Tank . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-4 Gage ....................................... 2-83 In Foreign Countries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-3 6-53

Fuses and Circuit Breakers .......................

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Engine Coolant Temperature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-76 ........................... 2-80 Engine Oil Pressure Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-83 Speedometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-71 Tachometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-71 Voltmeter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-74 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Garage Door Opener 2-54 GAWR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-27 Gear Positions. Automatic Transaxle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-27 GloveBox . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-57 Gross Axle Weight Rating ........................ 4-27 Gross Vehicle Weight Rating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-27 GVWR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-27

Halogen Bulbs ................................ Hazard Warning Flashers .......................... ................................. Head Restraints Headlamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ............................ Bulb Replacement ...................... HighLow Beam Changer OnReminder ................................ Wiring .....................................

6-29 5-1 1-4 2-48 6-29 2-40 2-48 6-52 Hearing Impaired. Customer Assistance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-3 Heating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-3 2-40 High-Beam Headlamps Highway Hypnosis . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-21 Hill and Mountain Roads . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-21 Hitches. Trailer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-33 Hood

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Checking Things Under . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-6 Prop . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-7 Release . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-6 Horn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-38 Hydroplaning .................................. 4-17

Ignition Positions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-23 Illuminated Entry .......................... 2- 1 1. 2-50 Inflation. Tire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-36 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-66 Inflator. Air Injector Fuse . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-57 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-52 Inside Daymight Rearview Mirror

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Brakesystem ................................ 7-38 Exhaust Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-38 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-38 Front-Wheel-Drive Axle Boot Front-Wheel-Drive Axle Seal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-38 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-38 Radiator and Heater Hose Steering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-38 Suspension . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-38 Throttle Linkage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-38 Instrument Panel ............................... 2-68 Cleaning .................................... 6-45 Cluster . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-70 FuseBlock .................................. 6-53 Light Intensity Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-49 Interior Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-49 Interior Lights Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-49 Interior Lights Override Switch .................... 2-49

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K e y Lock Cylinders Service ..................... Key Reminder Warning .......................... Keys ..........................................

7-35 2-21 2-1

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CertificatiodTire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-27 Identification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-5 I

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Service Parts Identification ..................... 6-5 1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-27 Tire-Loading Information Vehicle Identification Number . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-51 Lamps ........................................ 2-48 Dome ...................................... 2-50 Interior . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-49 On Reminder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-48 Underhood ................................... 6-9 Leaving Your Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-7 Leaving Your Vehicle with the Engine Running . . . . . . . 2-34 License Plate Lamp Bulb Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-31 Liftgate ....................................... 2-19 Liftgate Ajar Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-82 LiftgateLock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-21 Lighter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-58 Lights

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-26, 2-73 Air Bag Readiness Anti-Lock Brake System Warning . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-75, 4-6 Brake System Warning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-74, 6-26 Interior . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-49 Interior Lights Override Switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-49 Liftgate Ajar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-82 Low Coolant Warning 2-77 LowFuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-84 LowOil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-81 Power Sliding Door Warning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-81 1 - 13, 2-73 Safety Belt Reminder ..................... Service Engine Soon .......................... 2-77 ........................... 4-27

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