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Section 2 Features and Controls
Here you can learn about the many standard and optional features on your vehicle, and information on starting,
shifting and braking. Also explained are the instrument panel and the warning systems that tell you if everything is
working properly
-- and what to do if you have a problem.
2
-2 Keys
2
-4 Door Locks
2
-9 Keyless Entry System (If Equipped)
2
-13 Trunk Lid
2
-14 Theft
2
-15 Passlock

2-15 New Vehicle ªBreak-Inº
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-16 Ignition Positions
2
-17 Starting Your Engine
2
-20 Engine Coolant Heater (If Equipped)
2
-21 Automatic Transaxle Operation
2
-24 Parking Brake
2
-25 Shifting Into PARK (P)
2
-27 Shifting Out of PARK (P)
2
-28 Parking Over Things That Burn
2
-28 Engine Exhaust
2
-29 Running Your Engine While You're Parked2
-30 Windows
2
-30 Full Floating Horn
2
-31 Tilt Wheel
2
-31 Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever
2
-37 Exterior Lamps
2
-39 Interior Lamps
2
-41 Mirrors
2
-44 Storage Compartments
2
-45 Ashtrays and Cigarette Lighter
2
-46 Accessory Power Outlets
2
-46 OnStar
System (Option)
2
-46 Power Sunroof (If Equipped)
2
-48 The Instrument Panel -- Your
Information System
2
-53 Warning Lights, Gages and Indicators
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Passlock
Your vehicle is equipped with the Passlock
theft
-deterrent system.
Passlock is a passive theft
-deterrent system. Passlock
enables fuel if the ignition lock cylinder is turned with a
valid key. If a correct key is not used or the ignition lock
cylinder is tampered with, fuel is disabled.
During normal operation, the SECURITY light will go
off approximately five seconds after the key is turned to
the ON ignition position.
If the engine stalls and the SECURITY light flashes,
wait until the light stops flashing before trying to restart
the engine. Remember to release the key from START
as soon as the engine starts.
If the engine is running and the SECURITY light comes
on, you will be able to restart the engine if you turn the
engine off. However, your Passlock system is not working
properly and must be serviced by your dealer. Your vehicle
is not protected by Passlock at this time. You may also
want to check the fuse (see ªFuses and Circuit Breakersº
in the Index). See your dealer for service.
In an emergency, call the Oldsmobile Roadside
Assistance Center at 1
-800-442-OLDS (6537)
(In Canada call 1
-800-268-6800).
New Vehicle ªBreak-Inº
NOTICE:
Your vehicle doesn't need an elaborate
ªbreak
-in.º But it will perform better in the long
run if you follow these guidelines:

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 ªTowing a Trailerº in the Index for
more information.
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2-63 Low Oil Level Light
Your engine is equipped
with an oil level monitoring
system. When the ignition is
turned to ON, the LOW
OIL level light will briefly
come on.
If the light does not flash, have it fixed so it will be
ready to warn you if there's a problem.
If the light stays on, stop the vehicle on a level surface
and turn the engine off. Check the oil level using the
engine oil dipstick. (See ªEngine Oilº in the Index.) If
the light does not flash, have the low oil level sensor
system repaired so it will be ready to warn you if there's
a problem.
The oil level monitoring system only checks oil level
during the brief period between key on and engine
crank. It does not monitor engine oil level when the
engine is running. Additionally, an oil level check is
only performed if the engine has been turned off for a
considerable period of time, allowing the oil normally in
circulation to drain back into the oil pan.
Change Oil Light
The CHANGE OIL light
should come on briefly as a
bulb check when you start
the engine. If the light
doesn't come on, have
it serviced.
If the CHANGE OIL light comes on and stays on after
you start the engine, have the oil changed.
For additional information see ªEngine Oil, When to
Changeº in the Index. To reset the Oil Life Monitor, See
ªHow to Reset the Change Oil Lightº in the Index.
Security Light
This light will come on
when you turn the key to
START and will stay on
until the vehicle starts.
If you're driving and the security light comes on and
remains on, your Passlock

system is not working
properly. Your vehicle is not protected by Passlock and
you should see your dealer.
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9-8
Overheating Engine 5-9 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Owner Checks and Services 7-14 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Owner Publications, Ordering 8-12 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Paint Spotting, Chemical 6-60 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Park
Automatic Transaxle 2
-21 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Shifting Into 2-25 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Shifting Out of 2-27 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Parking
At Night 2
-14 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Brake 2-24 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Brake Mechanism Check 7-17 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Lots 2-14 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Over Things That Burn 2-28 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
With a Trailer 4-40 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Passenger Position 1-19 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Passing 4-14 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Passlock
2-15 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Periodic Maintenance Inspections 7-18 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Power
Accessory Outlet 2
-46 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Door Locks 2-4 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Option Fuses 6-63 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Outside Mirrors 2-44 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Six-Way Seat 1-3 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Steering 4-12 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Steering Fluid 6-31 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Sunroof 2-46 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Windows 2-30 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Power Steering Fluid 6
-31 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
How to Check 6-32 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
What to Use 6-32 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
When to Check 6-31 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Pregnancy, Use of Safety Belts 1-18 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Problems on the Road 5-1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Publications, Service and Owner 8-11 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Radiator 5-17 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Radiator Pressure Cap 6-25 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Radio Reception 3-26 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Radios 3-10, 3-14 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Rain, Driving In 4-19 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Rear
Console Cupholders 2
-45 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Door Security Locks 2-8 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Outside Seat Position 1-26 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Safety Belt Comfort Guides 1-29 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Seat Passengers 1-26 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Window Defogger 3-8 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Rearview Mirror
Electrochromic Day/Night 2
-42 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Inside Day/Night 2-41 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Reclining Front Seatbacks 1-3 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Recommended Fluids and Lubricants 7-19 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Recovery Tank, Coolant 5-15 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Recreational Vehicle Towing 4-31 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Refrigerants, Air Conditioning 6-71 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Remote
Keyless Entry 2
-9 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Trunk Release 2-14 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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