1994 OLDSMOBILE BRAVADA fuel pressure

How to Use this Manual
These symbols are on some of your
controls: These symbols
are used on warning
and indicator lights: Here
are some other symbols you
may see:
Windshield Wipers
Engine Coolant
Temperature Fuse
w Windshield
Washer
Battery Charging
System Tailgate Window
Windshield Defroster Lighter
Fuel
Rear Window Defogger Horn
Speaker
Engine
Oil Pressure
Rear Window Wiper
Brake
Hood Release
Rear Window
WiperlWasher Anti-Lock Brakes
Ventilating Fan
Power Window
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E/M sw&h (ELECTRONIC CLUSTER)
To change your electronic display from
English to metric units, or from metric
co English, press this switch down. The
gages affected are:
Speedometer
Odometer
Trip Odometer
Oil Pressure
Engine Coolant Temperature
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The tachometer displays the engine
speed in revolutions per minute (rpm)
.
NOTICE:
Do not operate the engine with the
tachometer in the red area, or
engine
damage may occur.
4"' UNLEADED FUEL ONLY c
he/ Gage (STANDARD CLUSTER)
Your fuel gage tells you about how
much fuel you have left, when the
ignition is on. When the indicator nears
E (Empty), you will have a little fuel left
but should get more soon.
Here are four things that some owners
ask about. None of these show a
problem with your fuel gage:
At the service station, the gas pump
shuts off before the gage reads
F (Full) .
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It takes a little more or less fuel to fill
up than the gage indicated. For
example, the gage may have indicated
the tank was half full, but it actually
took a little more or less than half the
tank’s capacity to fill the tank.
The gage moves a little when you turn
a corner or speed up.
The gage doesn’t go back to E when
you turn
off the ignition.
For your fuel tank capacity, see
Service
Station
Information on the last page of
this manual.
Oil Pressure Gage (STANDARD
CLUSTER)
Your oil pressure gage shows the oil
pressure in psi (pounds per
square
inch) when the engine is running. Oil
pressure may vary with engine speed,
outside temperature and oil viscosity.
Driving your vehicle with low oil
pressure can cause extensive engine
damage. Have your vehicle serviced
immediately.
NOTICE:
Damage to your engine Gom
neglected
oil problems can be costly
and is not covered by your warranty.
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It takes a little more or less fuel to fill
up than the gage indicated. For
example, the gage may have indicated
the tank was half full, but it actually
took a little more or less than half the
tank's capacity to fill the tank.
The gage moves a little when you turn
a corner or speed up.
The tank is not necessarily empty
when the last bar goes out. There is a
1 to 1.5 gallon (4 to 5.6 L) fuel
reserve.
For your fuel tank capacity, see
Service
Station Information on the last page of
this manual.
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Oil Pressure Gage (ELECTRONIC
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CLUSTER)
Your oil pressure gage shows the oil
pressure in psi (pounds per square
inch) when the engine is running. Oil
pressure may vary with engine speed,
outside temperature and oil viscosity.
If you have a problem with your oil, the
box around the oil pressure symbol may
begin to flash
after you start your
engine, or when
you are driving. This
indicates that oil is not going through
your engine quickly enough to keep it
cool. The engine could be low on oil, or
could have
some other oil problem.
Have it
fixed right away.
NOTICE:
Damage to your engine fcom
neglected oil problems can be costly
and is not covered by your warranty.
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The exit ramp can be curved, sometimes
quite sharply.
The exit speed is usually posted.
Reduce your speed according to your
speedometer, not to your sense of
motion. After driving for any distance at
higher speeds, you may tend to think you
are going slower than you actually are.
I Before Leaving on a Long
Tip
Make sure you’re ready. Try to be well
rested. If
you must start when you’re
not fresh
- such as after a day’s work
- don’t plan to make too many miles
that first part of the journey. Wear
comfortable clothing and shoes you can
easily drive in.
Is your vehicle ready for a long trip? If
you keep it serviced and maintained, it’s
ready to go.
If it needs service, have it
done before starting out.
Of course,
you’ll find experienced and able service
experts in Oldsmobile dealerships all
across North America. They’ll be ready
and willing to help if you need it.
Here are some things you can check
before a trip:
Windshield Washer Fluid Is the
reservoir full? Are all windows clean
inside and outside?
shape?
you checked all levels?
Wiper Blades: Are they in good
Fuel, Engine Oil, Other Fluids: Have
Lights: Are they all working? Are the
lenses clean?
Tires: They are vitally important to a
safe, trouble-free trip. Is the tread
good enough for long-distance
driving? Are the tires all inflated to
the recommended pressure?
Weather Forecasts: What’s the
weather outlook along your route?
Should you delay your trip a short
time to avoid a major storm system?
Maps: Do you have up-to-date maps?
Highway Hypnosis
Is there actually such a condition as
“highway hypnosis”? Or is it just plain
falling asleep at the wheel? Call it
highway hypnosis, lack
of awareness, or
whatever.
There is something about an easy
stretch of road with the same scenery, along
with the hum of the tires on the
road, the drone of the engine, and the
rush of the wind against the vehicle that
can make you sleepy. Don’t let it
happen
to you! If it does, your vehicle
can leave the road in
less than a
second, and you could crash and be
injured.
What can you do about highway
hypnosis? First, be aware that it can
happen.
Then here are some tips:
Make sure your vehicle is well
ventilated, with a comfortably cool
interior.
Keep your eyes moving. Scan the road
ahead and to the sides. Check your
mirrors and your instruments
frequently.
If you get sleepy, pull off the road into
a rest, service, or parking area and
take a nap, get some exercise, or both.
For safety, treat drowsiness on the
highway as an emergency.
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OWNER’S MANUAL POR ADDITIONAL INPORMATlON
Loading Your Vehicle
The Certificatioflire label is found on
the rear edge of the driver’s door. The
label shows the size of your original
tires and the inflation pressures needed
to obtain the
gross weight capacity of
your vehicle.
This is called the GVWR
(Gross Vehicle Weight Rating). The
GVWR includes the weight of the
vehicle, all occupants, fuel and cargo.
The Certificationnire label also tells
you the maximum weights for the front
md rear axles, called Gross Axle
Weight Rating (GAWR). To find out the
3ctual loads on your front and rear
des, you need to go to a weigh station
md weigh your vehicle. Your dealer can
help
you with this. Be sure to spread out
your load equally on both sides of
the centerline.
Never exceed the GVWR for your
vehicle, or the Gross Axle Weight
Rating (GAWR) for either the front or
rear axle.
And,
if you do have a heavy load, you
should spread it out. Using heavier
suspension components
to get added durability might not
change your weight ratings. Ask your
dealer to help you load your vehicle the
right way. NOTICE:
Your warranty does not cover parts
or components that fail because of
overloading.
If you put things inside your vehicle -
like suitcases, tools, packages, or
anything else
- they will go as fast as
the vehicle goes. If you have to stop or
turn quickly, or
if there is a crash,
they’ll keep going.
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Inflation-Tire Pressure
The Certification/Tire label which is
on the rear edge
of the driver’s door
shows the correct inflation pressures
for your tires, when they’re cold.
“Cold” means your vehicle has been
sitting for at least three hours or driven
no more than
a mile. Also see
Capacities G Specifications in the
Index.
NOTICE:
Don’t let anyone tell you that
underinflation
or overinflation is all
right. It’s not. If your tires don’t
have enough air (underinflation)
you can get:
Too much flexing
Too much heat
Tire overloading
Bad wear
Bad handling
Bad fuel economy.
If your tires have too much air
(overinflation)
) you can get:
Unusual wear
Bad handling
Rough ride
Needless damage from road
hazards.
When to Check
Check your tires once a month or more.
Also, check the tire pressure
of the
spare tire.
How to Check
Use a good quality pocket-type gage to
check tire pressure. Simply looking at
the tires will not tell you the pressure,
especially if you have radial tires
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which may look properly inflated even if
they’re underinflated.
If your tires have valve caps, be sure to
put them back on. They help prevent
leaks by keeping out dirt and moisture.
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I Capacities & Specifications
I Automatic Transmission
Pan Removal and Replacement ................................... 5 quarts
After Complete Overhaul
............................................ 10.5 quarts
Cooling System ................................................................... 11.8 quarts
Refrigerant (R-12), Air Conditioning .............................. 2 lb. 5 oz.
4.7 L
9.9 L
11.2 L
1.13 kg
Not all air conditioning refrigerants are the same. If
the air conditioning system in your vehicle needs
refrigerant, be
sure the proper refrigerant is used. If
you’re not sure, ask your Oldsmobile dealer. For
additional information, see your “Warranty and
Owner Assistance Information” booklet.
Engine Crankcase
Without filter ................................................................ 4 quarts 3.8 L
With filter ..................................................................... 4.5 quarts 4.3 L
Fuel Tank ........................................................................\
.... 20 gallons 76 L
Wheel Nut Torque .............................................................. 95 pound-feet 130 N*m
NOTE: All capacities are approximate. When adding, be sure to fill to the appropriate level on the dipstick, or as
Tire Pressure, All ................................................................ 35 psi 240 ltPa
recommended in this manual.
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