
Center Console
To open the storage area, press up on the latch on the
Luggage Carrier (Option)
If you have the optional luggage carrier, you can load
things on the deck lid of your vehicle. The luggage
carrier has slats attached to the deck lid, a rear rail and
tiedowns.
I
I NOTICE:
Loading cargo that weighs more than 50 pounds
(23 kg) on the luggage carrier may damage your
vehicle. When you carry large things, never let
them hang over the rear or the sides
of your
*vehicle. Load your cargo
.so that it .rests on the
slats and does
not scratch or damage the vehicle.
Put. the cargo against the rear rail and fasten
it
securely to the luggage carrier.
front edge
and lift the cover. The console has a
cupholder, cassette tape and compact disc storage and a
coinholder. Don’t exceed the maximum vehicle capacity when
loading
your Oldsmobile.
For more information on
vehicle capacity and loading, see ‘‘Loading Your
Vehicle”
in the Index.
To prevent damage or loss of cargo, stop driving now
and then and make sure the luggage carrier and cargo
are still securely fastened.
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Low Oil Level Light
Your engine is equipped’
wiih
an oil level monitoring
system. When the ignition
key is turned on, the
LOW
V
LOW.O(L
LEVEL
OIL LEVEL light will
briefly flash.
If the light
‘does not flash, have it fixed
I 8 - -1 so it will be ready to warn
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you if there’s a problem.
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Security Light
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RESET
80
This light will come on
when you
turn the key to
start and stay on until the
vehicle starts.
It will also
come on and stay on if your
key is too dirty or wet for
the PASS-Key% system to
read the resistor pellet.
,
If the light stays on,, stop the vehicle on a level surface
and turn the engine
off. Check the oil level using the
engine oil dipstick. (See “Engine Oil” in the Index.) If
thti light does not flash, have
the low oil level sensor
system repaired
so it will be ready to warn you if there’s
a problem.
The
oil level monitoring system only checks oil level
during the brief period between key on and engine
crank. It does not monitor engine oil level when the
engine is running. Additionally,
an oil level check.is
only performed if the engine has been turned
off for- a
considerable period
of time, allowing the oil normally in
circulation to drkn back into the oil pan.
If the resistor pellet is damaged or missing, the light will
flash.
If you’re driving and the security light comes on
and remains on, your PASS-Key’II system is not
working pro erly. Your vehicle is not protected by
PASS-Key
2 11, and you should see your retailer.
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Disabling THEFTLOCK
If you want to turn off THEFTLOCK, you will need to
enter your code.
If you lose or forget your code, see
your retailer.
1. Turn the ignition on and the radio off.
2. Press the 1 and 4 preset buttons at the same time and
hold until
SEC shows on the display.
You now have only
15 seconds between each of the
following steps.
3. Press MN and “000” will appear on the display.
4. Press MN again and hold until the last two digits of
5. Press and hold HR until the first digit or digits of
your code
appear.
your code appear.
4. Press AM/FM after you make sure the code matches
!lie one you wrote down.
“- - -” should appear on the
display, meaning your system is unsecured.
If SEC
appears, you entered the wrong code and the system
is still secured.
Understanding Radio Reception
FM Stereo
EM Stereo will give you the best sound, but FM signals
will reach only about
10 to 40 miles (14 to 45 km). Tall
buildings or hills can interfere with
FM signals, causing
the sound to come and go.
AM
The range for most AM stations is greater than for F”,
especially at night. The longer range, however, can
cause stations to interfere withveach other.
AM can also
pick up noise from things like storms and power lines.
To lower this noise, try reducing the treble level.
Tips about Your Audio System
Hearing damage from loud noise is almost undetectable
until it is too late. Your hearing. can adapt to higher
volumes
of sound. Sound that seems normal can be loud
and harmful to your hearing. Take precautions by
adjusting the volume control on your radio to a safe sound level before your hearing adapts to it.
3-17

Winter Driving
Here are some tips for winter driving:
Have your Oldsmobile in good shape for winter. Be
You may want to put winter emergency supplies in
sure your
engine coolant
mix is correct.
your
trunk.
Include an ice scraper, a small brush or broom, a supply
of .windshield washer fluid, a rag, some winter outer
clothing, a small shovel,
.a flashlight, a red cloth, and a
couple of reflective warning triangles. And, if you will
be driving under severe conditidns, include a small bag
of sand, a piece of old carpet or a couple of burlap bags
to help provide .traction. Be sure you properly secure
these items in your vehicle.
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I
,'
Driving with a Trailer Following Distance
Towing a trailer requires a certain amount
of experience. Stay at least twice as far behind the vehicle .ahead as- you - .
Before setting out for the open road, you'll want to get would when driving your veh\
icle without a trailer. This$,
to know your rig. AcquQint yourself with the feel of can help you avoid situations that require heavy br-it
and sudden turns.
handling and braking with the added weight of the
trailer. And always keep in mind that ,the vehicle you are
driving is now a good deal longer
and not nearly as . Passing
responsive as your vehicle is by itself. You'll need more passing distance up ahead when
Before you start, check the.trailer hitch and platform you're' towing a trailer. And, because you're a good deal
(and attachments), safety chains, electrical connector, longer, \
you'll need to go much farther beyond the
lights, tires and mirror adjustment.
If the trailer has passed vehicle before you can return to your \
lane.
electric brakes, start your vehicle and trailer moving and
the brakes are working. This lets you check ,your Hold the bottom
of the steering wheel with one hand.
electrical connection at the same time. Then, to move the trailer
to the left, just move that hand
During your
trip, check occasionally to' be sure that the to the left.
To move the trailer to the right, move your
load is secure, and that the lights and any trailer brakes hand to the right. Always back up slowly and, if
are still working. possible. have someone guide you.
.. . ~.
then apply the trailer brake controller by hand to be sure Backing Up
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Don’t try to put the wheel cover on your compact spare
tire. It won’t fit. Store the wheel cover in the trunk until
you have the flat tire repaired or replaced.
NOTICE:
meel covers won’t fit on your compact spare. ~f
you try to put a wheel cover on your compact
spare, you could damage the cover or the spare.
After you’ve put the compact spare tire on your vehicle
you’ll need to store the flat tire
in your trunk. Use the
following procedure to secure the flat tire in the trunk.
Put the flat tire in the trunk
so the side that faces out
when
it is on the vehicle is facing down. The full-size
tire will not
fit down into the well. Place it so the front is
in the well and the rea’ is out of the well. Put
the bolt through one
of the wheel nut holes, install
the retainer over the bolt, then install the wing nut. Put
the spacer and nut next to the tire in the well. Store the
cover as far forward as possible.
5-29

Power Steering Fluid ......................... 6-22
Restraint Systems
............................ 1-50
Things Under the Hood
......................... 6-7
Chemical Paint Spotting
.......................... 6-55
Child Restraints
................................ 1-38
(2-Door Models) ........................... 1-39
(4-Door Models) ........................... 1-41
Securing in a Rear Outside Seat Position
Securing in a Rear Outside Seat Position
Securing in the Center Rear Seat Positioh
.......... 1-43
Securing in the Right Front Seat Position
........... 1-44
TopStrap
................................... 1-39
Where to Put
................................. 1-38
Cigarette Lighter ............................... 2-41
Circuit Bfeaker, Power Windows and
. Other
Power Options
................................ 6-63
City Driving
................................... 4-17
Cleaner,
Air ................................... 6-15
Cleaning Aluminum Wheels
........................... 6-54
Fabric
..................................... 6-49
Glass
...................................... 6-52
Inside
of Your Oldsmobile ..................... 6-48
Leather
.................................... 6-51
Outside of Your Oldsrnobile
.................... 6-53
Special Problems
.............................. 6-50
Stains
...................................... 6-50
.Tires
...................................... 6-54
Top of the Instrument Panel
..................... 6-51
Vinyl
...................................... 6-50
Clock, Setting-the
................................. 3-8
Outside
of the Windshield and Wiper Blades
....... 6-52 Comfort Controls
................................ 3-1
Comfort Guides. Rear Safety Belt
.................. '1-34
Compact Disc Care
............................. 3-19
Compact Disc Player
............................ 3-13
Compact Spare Tire
.............................. 5-31
Console Shift Lever
............................. 2-20
Console. Center
................................ 2-38
Control of a Vehicle
.............................. 4-5
Control. Loss Of
................................ 4-12
ConVenience.Net
........ ....................... 2-37
Convex Outside Mirror
........................... 2-36
Coolant
........................................ 6-19
Bleed Valves
................................. 5-19
Heater, Engine
......................... 2-14, 6-14
How to Add to the Radiator
.................... 5-18
Temperature Gage
........... ; ... ............ 2-51
Temperature Light
........................... 2-50
Cruise Control
................................. 2-28
Erasing Speed Memory
........................ 2-31
Getting Out Of
.............................. 2-30
ToIncreaseSpeed
............................ 2-29
ToReduceSpeed
............................ 2-30
To Resume a Set Speed ......................... 2-29
ToSet
..................................... 2-29
UseonHills
................................ 2-30
Cupholders
.................................... 2-37
Customer Assistance for the Hearing or SpeechImpaired
............................... 8-2
Customer Assistance Information ................... 8-1
Customer Satisfaction Procedure .................... 8-1
How to Add to the Coolant Recovery Tank ........ 5-16
Passing Another Vehicle While Using
............ 2-30

..
Reverse Position. Automatic Transaxle .............. 2- 16
Right Front Passenger Position
.................... 1-25
Roadside Assistance
.......... .-. .............. : ... 8-6
' Roadside Assistance. Canadian ...................... 8-6
Rocking Your Vehicle
..................... i ....... 5-32
Rotation. Tire
.................................. 6-42
.safety Belt Extender
....................... .... 1-50
Safety Belt Reminder Light
......... : ......... 1-6, 2-47
Safety Belts
..................................... 1-6
Adults
............. ;, ....................... 1-12
Careof
..................................... 6-51
Center Passenger Position
...................... 1-26
Driver Position
.............................. 1 - 12
Extender
............ : ....................... 1-50'
How to Wear Properly
........... ; ............ 1- 12
Incorrect Usage .......................... 1- 15, 1-48
Lap
........................................ 1-26
Lap-Shoulder
................................. 1 - 12
Lap-Shoulder, Rear (2-Door Models)
............ 1-28
Lap-Shoulder, Rear (4-Door Models)
............ 1-30
Questions People Ask
.. ........................ 1 - 11
Rear Seat Passengers
........................... 1-27
Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides
........... .&. ... 1-34
.. Replacing After a Crash ......................... 1-50
Right Front Passenger Position
.................. 1-25
Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster
.... : ............. 1-14
Use by Children
............................. 1-36
Use by Larger Children
........................ 1-47
Use by Smaller Children and Babies
............. 1-36
Use During Pregnancy
.......................... 1-25
Why They Work .................... : ......... 1-8 ..
Safety Chains .................................. 4-31
Safety Defects .Reporting to General Motors
....... ............. 8-5
Reporting to the Canadian Government
............ 8-5
Reporting to the United States Government
......... 8-4
Safety Warnings and Symbol's
....................... 111
Scheduled Maintenance Services .................... 7-3
Seats Controls
..................................... 1-1
ManualFront
................................. 1-1
Power ...................................... 1-2
Reclining Front
................................ 1-2
Restraint Systems And
........................... 1-1
Securing a Child Restraint
..................... 1-38
Second Gear, Automatic Transaxle
.................... 2-17
...
Split Folding Rear ............................. 1-6
Security Light
................................... 2-54
Security System (PASS-Key
II) .................... 2-10
Service
.......................................... 6-1
Service and Appearance Care
...................... 6-1
Service and Owner Publications
...................... 8-7
Service Bulletins, Ordering
........................ 8-7
Service Engine Soon Light
......................... 2-52
Service Manuals, Ordering
........................ 8-7
Service Parts Identification Label
.................. 6-57
Service Publications
.............................. 8-7 .
Service Work, Doing Your Own .................... 6-2
Servicing
Your Air Bag-Equipped Oldsmobile ........ 1-24
Sheet Metal Damage ........... ................ 6-54
Shift Lever, Console
............................. 2-20
Shift Lever, Steering Column ..................... 2-19