1997 Oldsmobile Aurora Owner's Manuals

Front Turn Signal
The turn signal bulb is on the inboard edge of the
headlamp assembly.
To replace a bulb, do the following:
1.
2.
3.
4.
Remove the headlamp assembly if you need more
hand clearance.
Reach in and press the locking tab while twisting the
bulb assembly one-quarter of a turn
counterclockwise.
Replace the bulb and reverse Step
2 to reassemble.
If you removed the headlamp assembly, reassemble
it by aligning the pin and tightening the two bolts to
secure
it.
Headlamp Aiming
Your vehicle has the composite headlamp system. These
headlamps have horizontal and vertical aim indicators.
The aim has been pre-set at the factory and should need
no further adjustment.
If your vehicle is damaged in an accident and the
headlamp aim seems
to be affected, see your Aurora
retailer. Headlamps on damaged vehicles may require
recalibration
of the horizontal aim by your Aurora retailer.
To check the aim, the vehicle should be properly
prepared as
follows:
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0
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The vehicle must have all four tires on a perfectly
level surface.
The vehicle should not have
any snow, ice or mud
attached to it.
There should not be any cargo or loading of the
vehicle, except it should have a full tank
of gas and
one person or
160 lbs. (75 kg) on the driver’s seat.
Tires should be properly inflated.
I NOTICE:
To make sure your headlamps are aimed
properly, read all the instructions before
beginning. Failure to
follow these instructions
could cause damage to headlamp parts.
State inspection stations will allow a vertical reading of
plus
0.76 degrees or minus 0.76 degrees from the center
of the bubble.
It is recommended that the upper limit not exceed plus
0.4 degrees from the center of the bubble. Other drivers
may flash their high beams at
you if your adjustment is
much above plus
0.4 degrees.
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If you find that the headlamp aiming needs adjustment,
follow these steps:
Start with the vertical headlamp aim. Don't try
to adjust
the horizontal aim first. Adjustment screws can be
turned with an
E8 Torx@socket or T15 Torx screwdriver.
1. Check the vertical aim for each headlamp. The
vehicle must be on a level surface.
Turn the vertical
aiming screw until the bubble in
the level is centered
at
0 (zero).
2. Now adjust the horizontal aim. Check the horizontal
aim for each headlamp and adjust it as necessary.
Turn the horizontal aiming screw until the pointer is
lined up with the
0 (zero).
3. Now, visually re-check the vertical aim, to make
sure it is still correct after the horizontal aim
adjustment. Readjust,
if necessary.
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Exterior Rear Bulbs Taillamps
For the type of bulb to use, see “Replacement Bulbs” in
the Index.
1. In the trunk, remove the convenience net from the
hooks. Next remove the plastic screws holding the
carpeting
in place and pull back the carpeting.
A. Rear Turn Signal
B. Taillamps
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2. Unscrew the convenience net
attachment nut. Open
the trim panel door.
3. Remove the two wing
nuts now exposed. 4. Remove the taillamp filler screw located to the side
of the taillamp filler panel.
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Back-up Lamps
5. Pull out the taillamp assembly to reach the bulb and
pull it out. To replace, push the bulb back in.
6. Reverse Steps 1 through 5 to replace the taillamp
filler, wing nuts and carpeting.
Rear Turn Signal
The rear turn signal bulb is located on the outboard edge
of the taillamp assembly. Follow the taillamp procedure
for replacing a turn signal bulb. To
replace
a back-up lamp, do the following:
1. Remove the license plate to expose the bulb cover.
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2. Use a 10 mm socket to
remove the four bolts.
There
are two bolts on
each side of the cover.
3. Pry off the cover and pull down to access the bulbs.
4. Press the locking tab of the bulb assembly.
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5. Twist the socket one-quarter of a turn
counterclockwise and pull to remove.
6. Replace the bulb and reverse Steps 1 through 4 to
replace the assembly and tighten the bolts.
Interior Lamps
Front and Rear Reading Lamps
To change the bulbs in the front and rear reading lamps,
do the following:
1. Carefully insert a flat head screwdriver in the slot
between
the lens cover and molding.
2. Gently pry the lens cover away to expose the reading
lamp bulb. The lens cover should pop off.
new bulb.
3. Remove the bulb from its assembly and install a
4. Snap the lens cover back in place.

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 hole:
1. Pull the windshield wiper arm away from the windshield.
Tires
Your new Aurora comes with high-quality tires made by
a leading tire manufacturer.
If you ever have questions
about your tire warranty and where to obtain service, see
your Aurora Warranty booklet for details.
I
Poorly maintained and improperly used tires
are dangerous.
Overloading your tires can cause
overheating as a result of
too much friction.
You could have an air-out and a serious
accident. See “Loading Your Vehicle”
in
the Index.
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2. Insert a small screwdriver into the hole (A) and pull
the blade assembly off the wiper arm
(B).
3. Push the new wiper blade securely on the wiper arm.
For the proper windshield wiper blade length
and type, see
“Normal Maintenance Replacement
Parts” in the Index.
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