1997 OLDSMOBILE CUTLASS lock

Fuses and Circuit Breakers
The wiring circuits in your vehicle are protected from
short circuits by a combination of fuses, circuit breakers
and fusible thermal links in the wiring itself.
This
greatly reduces the chance of fires caused by
electrical problems.
Look at the silver-colored band inside the fuse.
If the
band is broken or melted, replace the fuse. Be sure you
replace a bad fuse with a new one of the identical size
and rating.
If you ever have a problem on the road and don’t have a
spare fuse, you can borrow one that has the same
amperage. Just pick a feature of your vehicle that you
can get along without
-- like the radio or cigarette
lighter
-- and use its fuse, if it is the correct amperage.
Replace it as soon as you can. Also, there are spare fuses
in the left side instrument panel fuse block door.
There are three fuse blocks in your vehicle: two
instrument panel fuse blocks and the engine
compartment fuse block.
Instrument Panel Fuse Block
The instrument panel fuse
blocks are located at each end
of the instrument panel.
To access the fuses, open
the fuse panel door by
pulling out.
To replace the door, insert
the hooks at the front end
first, then push the door in
to the instrument panel to secure it.
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Instrument Panel Fuse Block - Left
In the left instrument panel fuse block, there are spare
fuses and a fuse puller.
P-

I RELAY I MICRO
DR UNLOCK OK
DR LOCK DR UNLOCK DRIVERS
Usage
Radio
Wipers
Trunk Release and Remote
Lock Control
Turn Signals
Power Mirrors
Air Bag
Fuse
G)
H)
J)
K)
STOP LPS
HAZARD LPS
IPCENAC
BATT
MICRO RELAY
TRUNK REL CIRCUIT BRKR
PWR SEATS
MICRO RELAY
DR UNLOCK
MICRO RELAY
DR LOCK
MICRO RELAY
DRIVERS DR
UNLOCK
Usage
Body Function Control Module
Powertrain Control Module
Door Locks
Body Function Control Module,
Cluster
Stoplamps
Hazard Lamps Cluster, Climate Control
Remote Trunk Release
Power Seats
Door Locks
Door Locks
Not Used
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Instrument Panel Fuse Block - Right
SEE OTHER END CAP FOR FUSE PULLER AND SPARE FUSES
CIRCUIT
0
MICRO
E n FOGLPS
0
B. CRUISE SW A. INST LPS
C. HVAC BLOWER
D. CRUISE E. FOG LPS F. INT LPS G. RDO BAlT H. SUNROOF
Usage
Instrument Panel Lights, Dimmer
Cruise Control
Climate Control System MICRO
RELAY
FOG LPS
Usage
Cruise Control
Fog Lamps Interior Lamps,
Body Function
Control Module
Radio
Sunroof
Power Windows
Fog Lamps
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Engine Compartment Fuse Block
The engine compartment fuse block is located on the
driver's side
of the engine compartment, near the air
cleaner.
F nn
Fuse
Maxi-Fuses
1)
2)
3)
Usage
Ignition Switch
Left-Hand Electrical
Center-Power Seats, Power
Mirrors, Door Locks,
Trunk
Release and Remote Lock Control
Left-Hand Electrical Center-Stoplamps, Hazard Lamps,
Body Function Control Module,
Cluster, Climate Control System
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Fuse
Maxi-Fuses
4)
Usage
Right-hand Electrical Center-Fog
Lamps, Radio, Body Function Control Module, Interior Lamps
Ignition Switch
Not Used
Anti-Lock Brakes
Cooling Fans
Rear Defog
Not Used
Anti-Lock Brakes Cooling Fan
HVAC Blower (Climate Control)
Cooling Fans
Cooling Fans 35)
36)
37)
Usage
Air Conditioning Compressor
Not Used
Fuel
Pump
Automatic Light Control
Automatic Light Control
Horn
Daytime Running Lamps
Spare Fuses
Rear Defog
Accessory Power Outlets, Cigar Lighter
Anti-Lock Brakes
Anti-Lock Brakes
Air Conditioning Compressor,
Body Function Control Module
Automatic Transaxle
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Fuse
Mini-Fuses
39)
40)
41)
42)
43)
44)
Usage
Powertrain Control
Module, Ignition
Anti-Lock Brakes
Ignition System
Back-up Lamps, Brake-Transaxle
Shift Interlock
Horn
Powertrain Control Module
Parking
Lamps
Rear Defog, Daytime Running
Lamps, Climate Control System
Fuse
Mini-Fuses
47)
Usage
Canister Purge Valve, Powertrain
Control Module, Exhaust
Gas
Recirculation, Heated 02 Sensor
Fuel Pump, Injectors Generator
Right-Hand Headlamp
Left-Hand Headlamp
Cooling
Fan
WAC Blower (Climate Control )
Fuse Puller for Mini-Fuses
Tach Test Point for
Diagnostic Testing
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At Least Twice a Year
Restraint System Check
Make sure the safety belt reminder light and all your
belts, buckles, latch plates, retractors and anchorages
are
working properly. Look for any other loose or damaged
safety belt system parts. If you see anything that might
keep a safety belt system fkom doing its job, have it
repaired. Have any torn or €rayed safety belts replaced.
Also look for any opened or broken air bag coverings,
and have them repaired
or replaced. (The air bag system
does not need regular maintenance.)
Wiper Blade Check
Inspect wiper blades for wear or cracking. Replace blade
inserts that appear
worn or damaged or that streak or
miss areas of the windshield. Also see “Wiper Blades,
Cleaning” in the Index.
At Least Once a Year
Key Lock Cylinders Service
Lubricate-the key lock cylinders with the lubricant
specified
in Part D.
Body Lubrication Service
Lubricate all body door hinges and latches, including those for the hood and trunk lid.
Part D tells you what to
use. More frequent lubrication may be required when exposed to a corrosive environment.
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Starter Switch Check Brake-Transaxle Shift Interlock (BTSI) Check
When you are doing
this check, the vehicle could
move suddenly.
If it does, you or others could be
injured. Follow the steps below.
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When you are doing this check, the vehicle could
move suddenly.
If it does, you or others could be
injured. Follow the steps below.
1. Before you start, be sure you have enough room
2. Firrnly apply both the parking brake (see “Parking
Brake”
in the Index if necessary) and the regular brake.
NOTE:
Do not use the accelerator pedal, and be
ready to turn
off the engine immediately if it starts.
3.
Try to start the engine in each gear. The starter
should work only in PARK (P) or
NEUTRAL (N).
If the starter works in any other position, your
vehicle needs service. around
the vehicle.
1. Before you start, be sure you have enough room
around the vehicle. It should be parked on a
level surface.
2. Firrnly apply the parking brake (see “Parking Brake”
in the Index if necessary).
NOTE: Be ready to apply the regular brake
immediately if the vehicle begins to move.
3. With the engine off, turn the key to the ON position,
but don’t
start the engine. Without applying the regular
brake,
‘uy to move the shift lever out of PARK (P)
with normal effort. If the shift lever moves out of
PARK (P), your vehicle’s BTSI needs service.
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