1995 Oldsmobile Achieva bulb

Turn Signal and Lane Change Indicator
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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.
A warning chime signal will come on if you have left
your turn signal on for more than three-quarters mile
(1 km).
As you signal a turn or a lane change, if the arrows don I:
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 “Fuses and Circuit
Breakers’’ in the Index) and for burned-out bulbs.
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I NOTICE:
Damage to your engine from neglected oil
problems can be costly and is not covered by your
warranty.
Oil Warning Light (Standard Cluster)
If you have a low
engine
oil pressure
problem,
this light will
stay on after you start
your engine, or come on when you are driving.
This indicates that your
engine is not receiving
enough
oil. The engine
could be low on oil, or
could have some other
oil problem. Have it
fixed immediately.
The oil light could also come on in two other situations:
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0 When the ignition is on but the engine is not running,
the light will come on as a test to show you it is
working, but the light will go out when you
turn the
ignition to START.
If it doesn’t come on with the
ignition on, you may have a problem with the fuse or
bulb. Have it fixed right away.
If you make a hard stop, the light may come on for a
moment. This is normal.
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Backing Up
Hold the bottom of the steering wheel with one hand.
Then, to move the trailer to the left, just move that hand
to the left.
To move the trailer to the right, move your
hand
to the right. Always back up slowly and, if
possible, have someone guide you.
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NOTICE:
Making very sharp turns while trailering could
cause the trailer to come in contact with the vehicle. Your vehicle could be damaged. Avoid
making very sharp turns while trailering.
When you’re turning with a trailer, make wider turns than
normal.
Do this so your trailer won’t strike soft shoulders,
curbs, road signs, trees, or other objects. Avoid jerky or
sudden maneuvers. Signal well in advance.
Turn Signals When Towing a Trailer
When you tow a trailer, your vehicle has to have a
different turn signal flasher and extra wiring. The green
arrows on your instrument panel will flash whenever
you signal a turn or lane change. Properly hooked
up,
the trailer lamps will also flash, telling other drivers
you’re about to turn, change lanes or stop.
When towing a trailer, the green arrows
on your
instrument panel will flash for turns even if the bulbs on
the trailer are burned out. Thus, you may think drivers
behind you are seeing your signal when they are not. It’s
important to check occasionally
to be sure the trailer
bulbs are still working.
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Vehicle Storage
If you’re not going to drive your vehicle for 25 days or
more, take off the black, negative (-) cable from the
battery. This will help keep your battery
from running
down.
Contact your retailer to learn how to prepare your
vehicle for longer storage periods.
Halogen Bulbs

Headlamp Bulb Replacement
For the type of bulb, see the Index under Replacement
Bulbs.
1. On the driver’s side only, unscrew the butterfly
fasteners. Then lift the plate.
Both Sides:
2. Twist the lock ring clockwise 1/6 turn and pull out
the bulb assembly.
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3. Unclip the bulb assembly from the wiring harness.
4. Reverse steps 1-3 to replace the bulb assembly and
headlamp housing.
Taillamp Bulb Replacement
For the type of bulb, see the Index under Replacement
Bulbs.
1. Pull back the trunk trim.
2. Carefully pull tab A of the plastic taillamp bracket
away from the center of the trunk, then forward.
When the bracket releases from its mount, pull the
taillamp assembly forward.
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3. Wiggle the bulb out of the socket.
4. Replace the bulb.
5. Reverse the steps to reassemble the taillamp.
Fog Lamp Bulb Replacement
If you have fog lamps, don’t change your fog lamp
bulbs unless you have the proper aiming equipment.
See your Oldsmobile retailer
if you have any further
questions.
Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement
Replacement blades come in different types and are
removed in different ways. Here’s how
to remove the
type with a release clip:
1. Pull the windshield wiper arm away from the
windshield.
2. Lift the release clip with a screwdriver and pull the
blade assembly off the wiper arm.
3. Push the new wiper blade securely on the wiper arm
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Replacement Bulbs
OUTSIDE LAMPS BULB
Back-up Lamps ........................... 2057
Front Parking/Turn Signal Lamps .......... 2057 NA
License Plate Lamp ......................... 194
Center High-Mounted Stoplamp ............... 9 12
Halogen Headlamps
Low Beam
............................. 9004
High Beam ............................. 9004
Fog Lamps ................................ 885
Side Marker Lamps
Front ................................ 194NA
Rear
................................... 161
Stop/TaiI/Turn Signal Lamps ................. 3057
Trunk Lamp ............................... 906
Underhood Lamp ........................... 906
INSIDE LAMPS BULB
Ashtray .................................. 161
Without Su11roof .......................... i68
With Sunroof ........................... 2 14-2
Front
Reading Lamps
Rear Reading Lamps
........................ 168
Underdash Lamps .......................... 194
Heater
& A/C Control ....................... 161
High-Beam Indicator ....................... 161
Instr~~ment Cluster Warning Lights ............. 161
Glove Box ................................ 161
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