1997 OLDSMOBILE BRAVADA door lock

Liftgate Release
There are several ways to release the liftgate. However,
the liftgate will
not release if the vehicle is in gear.
You can use you key to unlock the liftgate from the
outside. Insert the key into the liftgate lock button and
turn
it counterclockwise. All doors will unlock.
You
may also use the Keyless Entry system
described earlier.
The liftgate can be opened without a key
if the driver’s
door is unlocked.
To open the liftgate glass
only, unlock the liftgate
and press the button.
To open the entire liftgate, unlock the liftgate and lift the
handle located in the center of the door.
The liftgate and glass will automatically lock when shut.
To lock the power lock system from the outside, insert
the
key in the lock button and turn it clockwise. All
doors will lock.
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Xemote Liftgate Glass Release
This button on the driver’s
side of the steering column
allows you to release the
liftgate glass from inside the vehicle.
four shift lever must be
in PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N)
or the release to work.
Theft
Vehicle theft is big business, especially in some cities.
Although your Oldsmobile has a number of
theft-deterrent features, we know that nothing we put
on
it can make it impossible to steal. However, there are
ways you can help.
Key in the Ignition
If you leave your vehicle with the keys inside, it’s an
easy target for joy riders or professional thieves
-- so
don’t do it.
When you park your Oldsmobile and open the driver’s
door, you’ll hear a tone reminding you
to remove your
key from
the ignition and take it with you. Always do
this. Your steering wheel will be locked, and
so will
your ignition and transmission. And remember to lock
the doors.
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Parking at Night
Park in a lighted spot, close all windows and lock your
vehicle. Remember to keep your valuables out
of sight.
Put them
in a storage area, or take them with you.
Parking Lots
If you park in a lot where someone will be watching
your vehicle, it’s best to lock
it up and take your keys.
But
what if you have to leave your ignition key? What if
you have to leave something valuable
in your vehicle?
Put your valuables in a storage area, like your
glove
box.
0 Lock all the doors except the driver’s.
New Vehicle “Break-In”
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NOTICE:
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Your modern Oldsmobile doesn’t need an
elaborate “break-in.’’ But it will perform better
in the long run if you follow these guidelines:
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Keep your speed at 55 mph (88 kmk) or
less for the first
500 miles (805 km).
Don’t drive at any one speed
-- fast or
slow
-- for the first 500 miles (805 km).
Don’t make full-throttle starts. Avoid making hard stops for the first
200 miles (322 km) or so. During this time
your new brake linings aren’t yet broken
in. Hard stops with new linings can mean
premature wear and earlier replacement.
Follow this breaking-in guideline every
time you get new brake linings.
Don’t tow a trailer during break-in. See
“Towing a Trailer” in the Index for
more information.
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Windows
Power Windows
These switches on the
driver’s door control each
of the windows when
the ignition is in the
RUN position.
There are individual controls on each of the side doors.
Press the side of the switch with the down arrow to
lower a window. Press the side of the switch
with the up
arrow to raise a window.
Express-Down Window
The driver’s window switch has an express-down feature
that allows you to lower
it without holding the window
switch.
Hold the driver’s window switch down for more
than a half a second to activate the express-clown feature.
Lightly tap the switch to open the window slightly. The
express-down feature can be interrupted
at any time by
pressing the up arrow end of the switch.
Lockout Switch
Your vehicle has a lockout feature to prevent passengers
from operating the power windows. Press LOCK to
activate this feature. Press
NORM and the windows
return to normal operation.
Horn
To sound the horn, press the center pad on the
steering wheel.
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Ashtrays and Cigarette Lighter
To use the lighter, press it in all the way, and let go.
When it’s ready, it will pop back by itself.
I NOTICE:
Don’t hold a cigarette lighter in with your hand
while it is heating.
If you do, it won’t be able to
back away from the heating element when it’s
ready. That can make it overload, damaging the
lighter and the heating element.
The front ashtray must be completely pulled out to the
open position before the ashtray cover opens and
smoking material can be deposited.
NOTICE:
Don’t put papers and other things that burn into
your ashtray.
If you do, cigarettes or other
smoking materials could set them on fire,
causing damage.
To remove the front ashtray,
lift the release tab as high
as possible, then remove the tray.
There are smaller ashtrays inside the rear doors. Press
PUSH to turn an ashtray around for use.
Sun Visors
To block out glare, you can swing down the top and
bottom
visors. You can also swing the bottom visor from
side to side. Your visors may have an extension that can
be pulled out for additional glare protection and a strap
for holding small items, such as maps.
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Filling Your Tank
The fuel cap is behind a
hinged door
on the driver’s
side
of your vehicle.
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Gasoline vapor is highly flammable. It burns
violently, and that can cause very bad injuries.
Don’t smoke
if you’re near gasoline or refueling
your vehicle. Keep sparks, flames and smoking
materials away from gasoline.
To take off the cap,
turn
it slowly to the left
(counterclockwise). The cap
has a spring in it; if you let
go of the cap too soon, it
will
spring back to the right.
I A CAUTION:
If you get gasoline on yourself and then
something ignites it, you could be badly burned.
Gasoline can spray out on you if you open the
fuel filler cap too quickly. This spray can happen
if your tank is nearly full, and is more likely in
hot weather. Open the fuel filler cap slowly and
wait for any “hiss” noise to stop. Then unscrew
the cap
all the way.
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Engine Oil Additives
Don’t add anything to your oil. Your Oldsrnobile retailer
is ready to advise
if you think something should
be added.
When to Change Engine Oil
If any one of these is true for you, use the short tripkity
maintenance schedule:
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Most trips are less than 5 to 10 miles (8 to 16 km).
This
is particularly important when outside
temperatures are below freezing.
Most trips include extensive idling (such
as frequent
driving
in stop-and-go traffic).
You operate your vehicle in dusty areas or
off-road frequently.
You frequently tow a trailer or use a carrier on top of
your vehicle.
The vehicle is used for delivery service, police, taxi
or other commercial application. Driving under these conditions causes
engine
oil to
break down sooner.
If any one of these is true for your
vehicle, then you need
to change your oil and filter
every
3,000 miles (5 000 km) or 3 months -- whichever
occurs first.
If none of them is true, use the long trip/highway
maintenance schedule. Change the oil and filter every
7,500 miles (1 2 500 km) or 12 months -- whichever
occurs first. Driving a vehicle with a
fully warmed
engine under highway conditions causes engine oil to
break down slower.
Remote Oil Filter
The access door for the remote oil filter is in the steering
linkage shield assembly located under the radiator
support. Twist the screw to unlock
or lock the door.
Make sure
if you open the door, it is securely closed
when
you are finished.
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Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)
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CODE MODEL YEAR PLANT
This is the legal identifier for your Oldsmobile. It appears
on a plate in the front corner of the instrument panel, on
the driver’s side. You can see it if you look through the
windshield from outside your vehicle. The VIN also appears
on the Vehicle Certification and Service Parts
labels and the certificates of title and registration.
Engine Identification
The 8th character in your VIN is the engine code. This
code will help you identify your engine, specifications
and replacement parts.
Service Parts Identification Label
You’ll find this label on the driver’s door lock pillar. It’s very
helpful if you eves need to order parts.
On this label is:
your VIN,
the model designation,
paint information and
a list of all production options and
special equipment.
Be sure that this label is not removed from the vehicle.
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