1998 Oldsmobile Cutlass trunk

Turn the wing nut to the left
and remove it. Then lift off
the adapter ad remove tbe
spare tire.
Remove the jack and wheel wrench from the trunk.
Your vehicle’s jack and wheel wrench are stored in a
foam
tray.

F
A. Nut
B. Cover
C. Wing Nut
D. Adapter
E. Wrench
F. Jack
G. Flat Road Tire
Storing the Spare Tire and Tools
Storing a jack, a tire or other equipment in the
passenger compartment
of the vehicle could
cause injury.
In a sudden stop or collision, loose
equipment could strike someone. Store all these
in the proper place.
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The compact spare is for temporary use only. Replace
the compact spare tire with a hll-size tire as soon as you
can. See “Compact Spare Tire” in the Index. See the
storage instructions label to replace your compact spare
into your
trunk properly.
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2. Gently pull back the trunk trim. 3. Remove the three plastic wingnuts.
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4. Pull out the taillamp assembly to expose the backplate. 5. Carefully remove the backplate by p-g the four g. I
outer tabs and two inner tabs sideways away from r'
the backplate.
6. Gently wiggle the bulbs to remove them from the i
socket. Replace the bulb.
7. Reverse the steps to reassemble the rear lamp
assembly and mount to
the car. Y
Make sure' that all six tabs are securely fastened to "-
the backplate before reassembling the lamp. I
lamp so that the trunk lid doesn't contact it.
8. When securing the lamp back into place, align the
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A, RDO ACC B. WIPER MICRO 1- C. TRUNK
D. TURN LPS
REURFA E. PWFi MIRROR F. AIR BAG G. BFC BAT H. PCM ACC J. DR LOCK
K. IPC/BFC ACC CIRCUIT
PWRSEATS 0
010 OH
MICRO
DR UNLOCK
DR LOCK DR UNLOCK DRIVERS
STOP HWD IPCMVAC LPS LPS BA7T , , -- . ..
Usage
Radio
Wipers Trunk Release and Remote Lock Control
Turn Signals
Power Mirrors
Air Bag
HAZARD LPS
IPCIHVAC BATT
MICRO RELAY
TRUNKREL
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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Engine Compartment Fuse Black
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The engine compartment fuse block is located on
the driver's side
of the engine compartment, near the
air cleaner.
Fuse
Maxi-Fuses
1)
2)
Usage
Ignition Switch
Left-Hand Electrical
Center-Power Seats, Power
Mirrors,
Door Locks, Trunk
Release and Remote Lock Control
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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 from doing its
job, have it
repaired. Have any torn or frayed 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.
Automatic Transaxle Inspection
Check the transaxle fluid level; add if needed. See
“Automatic Transaxle” in the Index. A fluid loss
may indicate a problem. Check the system
and repair
if needed.
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,
trunk lid, glove box door and console
door.
Part D tells you what to use. More frequent
lubrication may be required when exposed to a
corrosive environment.
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Temperature ................................. 6-40
Traction
.................................... 6-39
Treadwear
................................... 6-39
Uniform Quality Grading
....................... 6-39
Used Replacement Wheel
...................... 6-41
Wear Indicators
.............................. 6-37
Wheel Replacement
........................... 6-40
When It’s Time
for New ....................... 6-37
TopStrap
..................................... 1-42
Torque. Wheel Nut
......................... 5.29. 6.59
Towing FromtheFront
............................... 4-28
From the Rear
............................... 4-30
Recreational Vehicle
.......................... 4-28
TowingaTrailer
................................ 4-32
Towing Your Vehicle
............................. 5-8
Towing Your Vehicle From the Front
............... 4-28
Towing Your Vehicle From the Rear
................ 4-30
Trailer
Backing Up with
............................. 4-37
Brakes
..................................... 4-36
DrivingonGrades
............................ 4-38
Drivingwitha
............................... 4-36
Following Distance with
....................... 4-37
Hitches
..................................... 4-35
Maintenance When Towing
..................... 4-40
Making TWS
................................ 4-37
ParkingonHills
.............................. 4-39
Passingwitha
............................... 4-37
TorqueLock
................................... 2-25
Safety Chains
................................ 4-36
Tongueweight
............................... 4-34
Total Weight on Tires
.......................... 4-35
Towing
..................................... 4-32
Turn Signals
................................. 4-38
Weight ..................................... 4-34
Automatic
................................... 6-17
Ignition Lock Check
.......................... 7-29
Transmitters. Remote Lock Control
.................. 2-6
Transportation. Courtesy
.......................... 8-6
Trip Odometer
................................. 2-49
Trunk
........................................ 2-10
Release Lockout. Remote
...................... 2-11
Release. Remote
.............................. 2-11
TrUnkLamp
................................... 2-39
TTYUsers
..................................... 8-4
Turn Signal and Lane Change Signals ............... 2-30
Turn Signal On Chime
........................... 2-30
Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever
................... 2-29
Turn Signals When Towing a Trailer
................ 4-38
Underbody Flushing Service
..................... 7-29
Transaxle
Underbody Maintenance
......................... 6-49
Vehicle Control
...................................... 4-6
Damage Warnings
.............................. iv
Dimensions
................................. 6-60
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