2001 Oldsmobile Silhouette instrument panel

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Electrical System
Add-On Electrical Equipment
NOTICE:
Don't add anything electrical to your vehicle
unless you check with your dealer first. Some
electrical equipment can damage your vehicle
and the damage wouldn't be covered by your
warranty. Some add
-on electrical equipment
can keep other components from working as
they should.
Your vehicle has an air bag system. Before attempting to
add anything electrical to your vehicle, see ªServicing
Your Air Bag
-Equipped Vehicleº in the Index.
Headlamp Wiring
The headlamp wiring is protected by an internal circuit
breaker in the instrument panel fuse panel. An electrical
overload will cause the lamps to go on and off, or in
some cases to remain off. If this happens, have your
headlamp wiring checked right away.
Windshield Wipers
The windshield wiper motor is protected by an internal
circuit breaker and a fuse. If the motor overheats due
to heavy snow, etc., the wiper will stop until the motor
cools. If the overload is caused by some electrical
problem, be sure to get it fixed.
Power Windows and Other Power Options
Circuit breakers in the instrument panel fuse panel
protect the power windows and other power accessories.
When the current load is too heavy, the circuit breaker
opens and closes, protecting the circuit until the
problem is fixed.

6-62 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.
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 or use one of the spare fuses in the underhood
fuse and relay center. Just pick some feature of your
vehicle that you can get along without
-- like the radio
or cigarette lighter
-- and use its fuse, if it is the right
amperage. Replace it as soon as you can.
There are two fuse blocks in your vehicle: the instrument
panel fuse block and the underhood fuse and relay center.Instrument Panel Fuse Block
The instrument panel fuse
block is located to the
right of the glove box.
Pull the door open to access the instrument panel
fuse block.

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Circuit
BreakersUsage
1 Daytime Running Lamps (DRL)
Control Module, Headlamp and
Instrument Panel Dimmer Switch
2 Power Sliding Door
3 Front Power Windows
46
-Way Power Seats and Rear Side
Door Actuator Motor
5 Blower Motor Hi Speed
Relay ModuleFuses Usage
6 Steering Wheel Radio Control
Switches (Illumination)
7 Instrument Cluster to
PRNDL Indicators
8 Power Remote Control
Mirror Switch
9 Cruise Control Module,
Switch and Release Switch
10 Not Used
11 Powertrain Control Module (PCM),
Ignition Crank
12 PASS
-Key
III System
13 Body Control Module (BCM)
14 Heated Mirrors
15 Not Used
16 Not Used
17 Cigarette Lighter, Driver
Information Center (DIC),
Front Auxiliary Power Outlets

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Fuses Usage
18 Turn Signal Switch
19 Indicator Lamp and Multifunction
Switch (Power Vent Switch)
20 Windshield Wiper/Washer Motor
and Switch
21 Turn Signal Switch
22 Rear Electric Accessory
Plug Housing
23 DRL Control Module
24 Not Used
25 Rear Window Defogger Relay,
Heated Mirrors
26 OnStar


27 Inflatable Restraint
Control Module
28 Heater
-A/C ControlFuses Usage
29 Instrument Cluster, BCM,
Electronic Level Control (ELC)
Sensor and Relay
30 Stoplamp Switch
31 Module/Electronic Brake Control
Module/Electronic Brake Traction
Control Module (EBCM/EBTCM)
32 Evaporative Emissions (EVAP)
Canister Vent Solenoid Valve
33 Not Used
34 ELC Air Compressor and
ELC Relay, Trailer Harness
35 Courtesy Lamp
36 BCM, Electronic Brake Control
Indicator Lamp Driver Module,
Instrument Panel Cluster, Rear Side
Door Actuator Control Module,
Rear Windows

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Underhood Fuse and Relay Center
This fuse and relay center
is located in the engine
compartment, in front of
the windshield washer fluid
reservoir. See ªEngine
Compartment Overviewº
in the Index for more
information on location.
The fuses marked spare are available if a replacement
fuse is needed.
To remove the cover, turn the knob counterclockwise
and lift up. Remove the cover.
When finished, put the cover back on, turn the knob
clockwise to tighten the cover in place. Make sure that
the remote positive (+) terminal cover is on correctly.
Maxi Fuse Usage
1 COOL FAN 2 Coolant Fans
2 Not Used
3 HEADLAMPS Circuit Breakers: FRT HVAC HI
BLWR, and HEADLAMP Fuses
(Instrument Panel): HAZARD
and STOPLAMP
4 BATT MAIN 2 Circuit Breaker: PWR SEAT/PSD.
Fuses (Instrument Panel): ELC and
RR DEFOG

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Maxi Fuse Usage
5 IGN MAIN 1 Ignition Switch to Fuses
(Instrument Panel): ABS/TCS
IGN, CRUISE, DRL, ELEC
PRNDL, IGN 1, PSD, SIR,
T/SIG and PCM [IGN MAIN
Relay (Underhood Electrical
Center Fuses: A/C CLU, ELEK
IGN, IGN 1
-U/H, INJ, TCC)]
6 COOL FAN 1 Coolant Fans
7 BATT MAIN 1 Fuses (Instrument Panel): ABS
MOD BATT, CIGAR/DLC, CTSY
LAMP, FRT PWR SCKT, PWR
LOCK, PWR MIRROR and RR
PWR SCKT
8 IGN MAIN 2 Ignition Switch to Fuses (I/P):
BCM PRGRM, FRT HVAC
LOW/MED BLWR, FRT
WPR/WSHR, HVAC/DRL,
MALL/RADIO/DIC,
PWR QRT VENT, RR HVAC,
RR WPR/WSHR, SWC ACCY
and PWR WDO Circuit BreakerMini Relays Usage
9 COOL FAN RH FAN 1, LH FAN 2
10 COOL FAN 2 LH FAN 2
11 IGN MAIN FUSES: A/C CLU, IGN 1
-U/H,
INS, ELEK IGN, TCC
12 COOL FAN 1 RH FAN 1, LH FAN 2
Micro Relays Usage
13 A/C CLU A/C Clutch
14 FUEL PUMP Fuel Pump
15 Not Used
16 HORN Horn
17 FOG LAMP LH Fog Lamp, RH Fog Lamp,
Fog Lamp Indicator
Mini Fuse Usage
18 INJ Fuel Injectors 1
-6
19 SPARE Not Used
20 SPARE Not Used

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Mini Fuse Usage
21 IGN1
-UH Evaporative Emissions (EVAP)
Canister Purge Valve,
Heated Oxygen Sensors 1 and 2,
Mass Air Flow (MAF) Sensor
22 SPARE Not Used
23 SPARE Not Used
24 SPARE Not Used
25 ELEK IGN Ignition Control Module (ICM)
26 SPARE Not Used
27 B/U LAMP Transaxle Range Switch to
Back
-up Lamps
28 A/C CLU A/C CLU Relay to A/C
Compressor Clutch Oil
29 RADIO Driver Information Display,
Heater A/C Control, Radio,
Rear Side Door Actuator Control
Motor, Remote Control Door
Lock Receiver (RCDLR),
Security Indicator Lamp and
Theft
-Deterrent Shock SensorMini Fuse Usage
30 ALT SENSE Generator
31 TCC Automatic Transaxle (Torque
Converter Clutch Solenoids)
Stoplamp Switch to PCM
32 FUEL PUMP Fuel Pump Relay
33 ECM SENSE Powertrain Control Module (PCM)
34 Not Used
35 FOG LP Fog Lamp Relay
36 HORN Horn Relay
37 PARK LP Daytime Running Lamps (DRL)
Control Module, Headlamps and
Instrument Panel Dimmer Switch
Theft
-Deterrent Relay to Headlamps
38 Not Used
39 AIR Not Used
Diodes
A/C
CLU DIODE Air Conditioning Clutch Diode
40 Mini Fuse Puller

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STEP TWO -- If after contacting a member of
dealership management, it appears your concern cannot be
resolved by the dealership without further help, contact
the Oldsmobile Customer Assistance Center by calling
1-800-442-6537. In Canada, contact GM of Canada
Customer Communication Centre in Oshawa by calling
1-800-263-3777 (English) or 1-800-263-7854 (French).
We encourage you to call the toll-free number in order
to give your inquiry prompt attention. Please have the
following information available to give the Customer
Assistance Representative:

Vehicle Identification Number (This is available
from the vehicle registration or title, or the plate
at the top left of the instrument panel and visible
through the windshield.)

Dealership name and location

Vehicle delivery date and present mileageWhen contacting Oldsmobile, please remember that
your concern will likely be resolved at a dealer's facility.
That is why we suggest you follow Step One first if
you have a concern.
STEP THREE -- Both General Motors and your dealer
are committed to making sure you are completely
satisfied with your new vehicle. However, if you
continue to remain unsatisfied after following the
procedure outlined in Steps One and Two, you should
file with the GM/BBB Auto Line Program to enforce
any additional rights you may have. Canadian owners
refer to your Warranty and Owner Assistance
Information booklet for information on the Canadian
Motor Vehicle Arbitration Plan (CAMVAP).