1995 OLDSMOBILE AURORA window

Power Remote Control Mirrors
The controls on the far left
of the instrument panel
control both outside
rearview mirrors. Move the
center switch
to the left to
select the driver’s side
rearview mirror, or to the
right
to select the
passenger’s side
I/ I rearview mirror.
Then press the arrows
to adjust each mirror so that you
can just see the side of your vehicle when you are sitting
in
a comfortable driving position.
To lock the controls, leave the selector switch in the
middle position.
When you operate the rear window defogger, a defogger
also warms
the driver’s and passenger’s outside
rearview mirrors to help clear them
of ice and snow.
Convex Outside Mirror
Your passenger’s side mirror is convex.
A convex mirror’s surface is curved so you can see more
from the driver’s seat.
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AUTO-PUSH: To allow the system to automatically
control
the temperature, air distribution and Fdn speed:
1. Set the temperature you want with the colored
temperature buttons.
2. Press the AUTO-PUSH switch. The AUTO light will
appear below the selector.
To maintain proper comfort, the air flow direction
will
automatically change with increases or decreases in
outside temperature, interior temperature, or sun load.
After starting a cold engine, there may be up to a
four-minute delay before the fan is turned on. The fan
will automatically increase
in speed as the coolant
temperature rises.
AUTO FAN: Sets the fan speed. Turn this knob to the
right to raise
the fan speed, to the left to lower the fan
speed. The fan speed
will be displayed by the lights
around the knob (except
in the AUTO mode).
Use the following controls when you wish to override
the AUTO setting.
Directional Controls
When the AUTO-PUSH knob is pressed, the fan speed
will go
to AUTO unless you select a different speed.
After
you turn the knob to a directional control, the set
interior temperature
will be displayed for about five
seconds,
then the outside temperature will be displayed
"ri Upper: Directs air flow through the upper air
outlets
in the instrument panel.
f0 /I' Bi-Level: Use on cool, but sunny days. This
setting brings
in the outside air, but directs it in two
ways. The cool air is directed
to the upper portion of
your body through the instrument panel outlets, but most
warmed air is directed through the heater ducts and
a
little to the defrost and side window vents. At times, this
temperature difference may be more apparent than
others.
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‘Ho Heat: Directs most of the air flow through the
heater ducts, but some air flow through
the defroster and
side window vents.
tQe fl Defog: Use on cold, humid days, usually when
two or more passengers are
in the car and the windows
fog. The air is directed through the heater, defrost, and
side window vents.
DEF (Defrost): Directs most air to the windshield
and side window vents. For
a higher fan speed, rotate
the
AUTO FAN knob.
OFF: Rotate the AUTO-PUSH knob to turn off the
system. Even
in OFF, the system will try to maintain the
set temperature, with the
fdn off.
Rear Outlets
Rotate the control between the outlets up to direct air
through the upper outlets. Rotate the control down
to
direct air through the lower outlets. Adjust the direction of
air flow from side to side with the controls in each outlet.
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Air Conditioning
The air conditioner cools, dehumidifies, and filters the
air for the inside of the vehicle.
The air conditioner compressor
is enabled in all modes.
However, when the outside temperature is below
42" F
(6"C), the compressor will not operate. When the air
conditioner is on, you may sometimes notice slight
changes
in your vehicle's engine speed and power. This
is normal, because the system is designed to cycle the
compressor
on and off to keep the desired cooling and
help fuel economy.
The air conditioning is always enabled
in defog or
defrost. In any other mode,
you can select or shut off the
air conditioning as desired by pressing
A/C ON. The
indicator light will glow while the air conditioning is
enabled. For maximum
continued cooling, press the blue
temperature button repeatedly until the display reads
60" F (16°C) and press the A/C ON button. Using the
upper vents will cause
you to feel cooler more quickly.
The direction of
the cool air can be controlled by
adjusting, or turning off, the outlets in the dash. Aiming
them over your shoulder will benefit both front and rear
passengers. Back seat passengers can also redirect air
flow using the vents at the rear
of the center console.
On hot days, open the windows long enough to let the
hot inside air out. This reduces the time the air
conditioner's compressor will have to run, which should
help fuel economy.
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Dual Temperature Control
With this feature, the right front seat passenger can
control the temperature of heated air for hidher own
zone.
To turn on the system, adjust the control on the
passenger side armrest to the temperature setting
desired. The system can
also be turned on and off by
pressing the
PASS TEMP button on the comfort control
system
on the instrument panel.
The passenger temperature control on the passenger
armrest
will illuminate only if the headlamps or parking
lamps are on.
Defogging Windows with the Air Conditioning System
DEF: To quickly defog the windshield use DEE
fl Defog: Use defog to keep the windows clear
while
also providing heat through the lower outlets.
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Rear Window Defogger
LOW
R. DEFOG
@ R. DEFOG: Press to warm the defogger grid on
the rear window.
An indicator light in the button will
rear window defogger
will turn off automatically after
about
10 minutes of use. If you press it again, the
defogger
will operate for about five minutes only. You
can also turn the defogger off by turning off the ignition
or by pressing the
R. DEFOG switch again.
a olow while the rear window defogger is operating. The
Do not attach a temporary vehicle license across the
defogger grid on the rear window.
When you operate the rear window defogger, the outside
rearview mirrors are also heated to help remove ice and
fog.
NOTICE:
Don’t use a razor blade or something else sharp
on the inside
of the rear window. If you do, you
could cut or damage the warming grid, and the
repairs wouldn’t be covered by your warranty.
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Extended Idling with Automatic Electronic Climate Control
Extended idling is not recommended. See “Engine
Exhaust’’
in the Index.
Steering Wheel Touch Controls for Climate Control
Some heating and
cooling controls can be
adjusted at
the steering
wheel. Other touch
controls also operate some audio controls.
See “Steering Wheel
Touch Controls for
Audio System” later
in
this section. Press
the upper part
of the fan symbol to increase the fan
speed; press the lower part of the control to reduce the
fan speed.
Press
TEMP once to display the set temperature. Then press
the upper part of the control to raise the inside temperature \
setting; press the lower part to lower the setting.
Flow-Through Ventilation System
Your Aurora’s flow-through ventilation system supplies
outside air into the vehicle when
it is moving. Outside
air will
also enter the vehicle when the heater or the air
conditioning fan is running.
Ventilation Tips
Keep the hood and front air inlet free of ice, snow, or
any other obstruction (such
as leaves). The heater
and defroster will work far better, reducing the
chance of fogging the inside of your windows.
Keep the air path under the front seats clear of
objects. This helps air
to circulate throughout your
vehicle.
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Here are some things you can check before a trip:
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Wi~~clsl~ield Wcuher F11,fid: Is the reservoir full? Are
all windows clean inside and outside?
Wiper Blcrdes: Are they in good shape?
Fuel, Engine Oil, Other. Fluicls: Have YOLI checked
all levels?
Lunlps: 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'?
Weatl?er Forecnsts: What's the weather outlook
along your route? Should
you delay your trip a short
time to avoid a major storm system?
Mcrps: Do you have up-to-date maps'?
Highway Hypnosis
Is there actually such a condition as "highway nypnosis"?
Or is
it just plain fdling 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 tlml u 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:
0 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 rearview mirrors and your
instruments frequently.
0 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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