1998 Oldsmobile Cutlass Owner's Manuals

Power Remote Control Mirror
(If Equipped) Convex Outside Mirror Your
passenger’s side rnirror is convex. A convex
mirror’s surface
is curved so you can see more from the
diver’s seat.
A canvex mimor can make things (like other
vehicles)
look farther away thaa they really are.
If you cut too sharply into the right lane, you
could hit
a vehicle on your right. Check your
inside mirror or gl’ance over your shoulder before changing lanes.
This switch is located on the armrest of the driver’s
door. Move
this switch to the left or right depending on
which mirror you need to adjust (center
is the off
position.) Then adjust the direction of the mirror
using the paddle marked with
arrows just below the
selector switch.
Storage ComDartments
Glove Box
Use the key to lock and unlock the glove box. To open,
pull the glove box handle toward you.
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Center Console Storage Area
The center console has two separate storage areas. The
upper compartment, which
is also the armrest, can be
used to store maps, gloves, etc. To open, pull up
on the
driver’s side
of the lid. The lower area
can be used to store cassette tapes or
compact discs.
To open the lower compartment. pull UD
on the mest.

Sunvisors
To block out glare, you cm swing down the visors. You
can also swing them to the side.
Visor Vanity Mirror
Lift the cover to expose the visor vanity mirror.
Illuminated Visor Vanity Mirror
(If Equipped)
This mirror is located on the passenger's side visor.
When you
lift the cover, the light will turn on.
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Accessory Power Outlets
Your vehicle is equipped with two accessory power
outlets. There
is one located at the front of the center
console and one located on the passenger's side
of the
center console. You can
use
it to pfug in additional electric accessories.
Be sure
to follow the proper installation instructions that
are included with any electrical accessory you install.
The accessory power outlets
are protected by a fuse and
have a maximum current level.
Pull down on the outer ring
to use the garment hook.
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Sunroof (If Equipped)
Open the sunshade by hand when using the vent position.
To use the vent position of the sunroof, push the switch
back and release it. This is the express vent mode of
the sunroof.
To fully open the sunroof, push the switch back again
and release. This is the express open mode
of the
sunroof and sunshade.
In both the vent and full open positions, the air flow
can be adjusted for driving comfort by pushing and
holding the switch forward until the sunroof moves to a
desired position.
To close the sunroof, push the switch forward and hold
it until the sunroof
is closed. The sunroof will stop if the
switch is released during operation. Remember to close
the sunshade by hand.
The sunroof glass panel cannot be opened or closed
if
your vehicle has an electrical failure.
NOTICE:
Do not attempt to force the sunshade forward of
the sliding glass panel. Damage
will occur and the
sunroof may not open-or close properly.

Your instrument panel is designed to let you know at a glance how your vehicle is running. You’ll k\
now how fast
you’re going, how much fuel you’re using, and many other things you’ll need to drive \
safely and economically.
The main components of your instrument panel
are:
A. Fog Lamp Switch
B. Instrument Panel Intensity Control
C. Turn SignaVMultifunction Lever
D. Cruise Control Switches (If Equipped)
E. Horn
F. Instrument Panel Cluster
G. Windshield Wiper/Washer Lever
H. Ignition Switch
I. Hazard Warning Flashers Switch
J. Fuse Panels
K. Climate Control System
L. Accessory Power Outlets
M. Gear Shift Lever
N. Audio System
0. Park Brake Pedal
P. Tilt Wheel Lever
Q. Hood Release Lever
R. Trunk Release Button
S. Instrument Panel Cupholder
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Instrument Panel Cluster
Your vehicle is equipped with this cluster, which includes indicator wdg lights and gages that me explained on the
following pages. Be sure to read them.
SYSTEM THEFT
CHECK OIL SERVICE
VEHICLE
SOON
CRUISE
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