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Door Locks
GAU I IVN
Unlocked doors can be
dangerous.
Passengers-especially children-
can easily open the doors and fall
out. When a door is locked, the
inside handle won’t open it.
Outsiders can easily enter through
an unlocked door when you slow
down
or stop your vehicle.
This may not be
so obvious: You
increase the chance of being
thrown out of the vehicle in a crash
if the doors aren’t locked. Wear
safety belts properly, lock your
doors, and you will be far better off
whenever you drive your vehicle. There are
several ways to lock and
unlock your vehicle.
From the Outside:
Use your door ley or Remote Lock
Control, if your vehicle has this option.
From the Inside:
To lock the door, push down the
locking lever. To unlock, push the lever
UP*
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Features & Controls
Remote Lock Control (CONTJ
Should interference to this system
occur,
try this:
Check to determine if battery
replacement is necessary. See the
instructions on battery replacement
later in this section.
Check the distance. You may be too
far
from your vehicle. This product
has a maximum range.
Check the location. Other vehicles or
objects
may be blocking the signal.
See your Oldsmobile dealer or a
qualified technician for service.
Changes or modifications to this system
by other than an authorized service
facility could void authorization to use
this equipment.
Battery Replacement
Under normal use, the batteries in your
ley 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. If your transmitter has a screw,
remove the screw
from the back
cover. If it doesn’t have a screw, pop
the cover
off by inserting a dime (or
similar object) in the slot between the
covers and twisting.
first.
(2016).
2. Lift the front cover off, bottom half
3. Remove and replace the two batteries
4. Reassemble the transmitter.
5. Check the transmitter operation.
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Programming the Module
You will need to program your Remote
Lock Control module if any of the
following things occur:
You replace your Remote Lock
Control transmitter;
You add a second transmitter;
Something grounds the data encoder
You replace the Remote Lock Control
connector
in the trunk;
module.
To program the module, you'll need the
transmitter and a short length of wire,
about
3 feet (1 m) long. Then follow
these steps:
1. Open the trunk and locate the data
encoder connector
(A). It's on the
right side, above the wheel well.
2. Attach one end of the grounding wke
to the stud inside the data encoder
connector terminal.
3. Attach the other end of the wire to a
ground
(B).
4. Press any button on the transmitter
once. Wait for the locks to fully cycle.
If you have a second portable
transmitter, press any button on it,
once, also. Wait for the locks to fully
cycle. Your module is now
programmed.
5. Disconnect the wire Gom the data
encoder connector and the ground.
Theft
Vehicle theft is big business, especially
in some cities.
Although your Oldsmobile has a number
of theft-deterrent features, we lmow
that nothing we put on it can make it
impossible to-steaL However, there are
ways you can help.
Key in the Ignition: If you walk away
from your vehicle with the keys inside,
it's
an easy target for joy riders or
professional thieves-so don't do it.
When you park your Oldsmobile and
open the driver's door, you'll hear a
tone reminding you to remove your key
from the ignition and take it with you.
Always do this. Your steering wheel will
be locked, .and
so will your ignition and
transaxle. And remember to lock the
doors.
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Convex Outside Mirror
Your right side mirror is convex. A
convex mirror’s surface is curved so you
can see more from the driver’s seat.
CAUTION
A If you aren’t used to a convex
2 mirror, you can hit another
vehicle.
A convex mirror can make
things (like other vehicles) look
farther away than they really are. If
you cut too sharply into the right
lane, you could hit a vehicle on
your right. Check your inside mirror or glance over your shoulder
before changing lanes.
Manual Adjust Mirror
The passenger side outside mirror
should be adjusted by hand
so that you
just see the side
of your vehicle when
you are sitting in a comfortable driving
position.
Manual Remote Control Mirror
The driver’s side outside mirror can be
adjusted with the control lever on the
armrest
so that you just see the side of
your vehicle when you are sitting in a
comfortable driving position.
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The Instrument Panel-
Your Information System
Your instrument panel is designed to let
you know
at a glance how your vehicle
is running. You’ll know how fast you’re
going, how much fuel you’re using, and
many other things you’ll need to drive
safely and economically.
The main components of your
instrument panel are:
1. Turn Signal/Headlight Beam Lever
2. Tilt Steering Wheel Lever
3. Indicator Lights
4. Instrument Cluster
5. Warning Lights
6. Gearshift Lever
7. Audio System
8. Glove Box/Fuse Panel
9. Vents
IO. Vents
11. Climate ControVRear Window
Defogger
12. Ashtray and Lighter
13. Vents
14. Ignition Switch
15. Hazard Warning Flashers Switch
16. Horn
17. Remote Trunk Release (Option)
18. Brake Release
19. Hood Release (on floor by driver’s
20. Light Controls
door)
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cause the tires to slide. You may not
realize the surface is slippery until your
vehicle is skidding. Learn to recognize
warning clues-such as enough water,
ice or packed snow on the road to make
a “mirrored surface”-and slow down
when you have any doubt.
If you have the anti-lock braking
system, remember: It helps avoid only
the braking skid.
If you do not have
anti-lock, then in a braking skid (where
the wheels are no longer rolling),
release enough pressure on the brakes
to get the wheels rolling again. This
restores steering control. Push the
brake pedal down steadily when you
have to stop suddenly. As long as the
wheels are rolling, you will have
steering control. Steer the way you
want to go.
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Driving at Night
Night driving is more dangerous than
day driving. One reason is that some
drivers are likely to be impaired-
by alcohol or drugs, with night vision
problems, or by fatigue.
Here are some tips on night driving.
Drive defensively. Remember, this is
the most dangerous time.
Don’t drink and drive. (See the Index
under Drunken Driving for more on
this problem.)
Adjust your inside rearview mirror to
reduce the glare from headlights
behind you.
Since you can’t see as well, you may
need to slow down and keep more
space between you and other vehicles.
It’s hard to tell how fast the vehicle
ahead is going just by looking at its
taillights.
speed roads. Your headlights can light
up only
so much road ahead.
Slow down, especially on higher
In remote areas, watch for animals.
If you’re tired, pull off the road in a
safe place and rest.
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Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts
Air Cleaner Element
Engine
Oil Filter
PCV Valve
All Engines ........................................................................\
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All Engines ........................................................................\
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3.1L V6 ........................................................................\
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Twin Dual Cam (DOHC) 3.4L V6 ...............................................
3.1L V6 ........................................................................\
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Spark Plugs
Twin Dual Cam (DOHC) 3.4L V6 ...............................................
Batteries
Remote Lock Control Transmitter ...............................................
AC Type A-1 129C
AC Type
PF-5 1
AC Type CV-892C
AC Type CV-881C
AC Type oR44LTSM Gap: 0.045 inch (1.14mm)
AC Type eR42LTSM Gap: 0.045 inch (1.14mm)
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Mirrors Convex Outside
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side Manual Bay/Night ................ 80
al Adjust ..................................... 81
anual Remote Control .................. 81
Power Remote Control .................... 82
Visor Vanity ...................................... 82
Mountain Driving ................................ 170
N et. Convenience ............................ 53
New Vehicle Break-In .......................... 54
Night Driving .................................... 159