2002 Oldsmobile Bravada accessory power

Table of Contents
Windows
Keys and Door Locks
Remote Keyless Entry System
Liftgate/Liftglass
Automatic Transmission
All-Wheel Drive (If Equipped)
Parking Brake
Tilt Wheel
Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever
Windshield WipersCruise Control
Exterior and Interior Lamps
Mirrors
Storage Compartments
Luggage Carrier
Accessory Power Outlets
OnStar® System (If Equipped)
Sunroof (Option)
HomeLink® Transmitter
Instrument Panel, Warning Lights and Gages Seats and Seat Controls
Safety BeltsAir Bag Systems
Restraint Systems for Children
Section
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Section
2
Seats and Restraint Systems
Features and Controls
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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 Windows
2
-4 Keys
2
-6 Door Locks
2
-10 Remote Keyless Entry System
2
-13 Liftgate/Liftglass
2
-14 Theft
2
-15 Content Theft-Deterrent (If Equipped)
2
-17 Passlock

2-18 New Vehicle ªBreak-Inº
2
-18 Ignition Positions
2
-19 Starting Your Engine
2
-21 Engine Coolant Heater (If Equipped)
2
-22 Automatic Transmission Operation
2
-25 Parking Brake
2
-26 Shifting Into PARK (P)
2
-28 Shifting Out of PARK (P)
2
-28 Parking Over Things That Burn
2
-29 Engine Exhaust
2
-29 Running Your Engine While You're Parked2
-30 Locking Rear Axle
2
-30 All-Wheel Drive (Option)
2
-30 Horn
2
-31 Tilt Wheel
2
-31 Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever
2
-39 Exterior Lamps
2
-42 Interior Lamps
2
-44 Mirrors
2
-48 Storage Compartments
2
-53 Ashtrays and Cigarette Lighter
2
-55 Accessory Power Outlets
2
-56 OnStar
System (If Equipped)
2
-60 Sunroof (Option)
2
-60 HomeLink
Transmitter
2
-64 Instrument Panel -- Your Information System
2
-66 Instrument Panel Cluster
2
-68 Warning Lights, Gages and Indicators
2
-82 Driver Information Center (DIC)

2-3 Power Windows
The controls for the power windows are located on the
armrest on each of the side doors. With power windows,
the switches operate the windows when the ignition is
in RUN, ACCESSORY or when Retained Accessory
Power (RAP) is active. (See ªRetained Accessory
Powerº in the Index.) The driver's door has a switch
for each of the passenger's windows as well.
Press the bottom of the switch to lower the window.
Press the top of the switch to raise the window.Express
-Down Window
The driver's and front passenger's window switches
have an express
-down feature that allows you to lower
the window without holding the switch down. Press the
bottom of the driver's window switch down briefly to
activate the express
-down feature. Lightly tap the
switch to open the window slightly. The express
-down
feature can be interrupted at any time by pressing the
top of the switch.
Lockout Switch
Your vehicle has a lockout feature to prevent passengers
from operating the power windows. A small light in the
lockout switch will come on to show that the switch has
been activated. Press the lockout switch again to return
to normal operation.

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NOTICE:
If your key seems stuck in LOCK and you can't
turn it, be sure you are using the correct key;
if so, is it all the way in? Turn the key only with
your hand. Using a tool to force it could break
the key or the ignition switch. If none of this
works, then your vehicle needs service.
B (Accessory): This position lets you use things like the
radio and the windshield wipers when the engine is off.
NOTICE:
Don't operate accessories in the ACCESSORY
position for long periods of time. Prolonged
operation of accessories in the ACCESSORY
position could drain the battery and prevent
you from starting your vehicle.
C (Run): This is the position for driving.
D (Start): This position starts the engine.
Retained Accessory Power (RAP)
Your vehicle is equipped with a Retained Accessory
Power (RAP) feature which will allow certain features
of your vehicle to continue to work up to 20 minutes
after the ignition key is turned to LOCK.
Your radio, power windows, sunroof (option) and
overhead console will work when the ignition key is
in RUN or ACCESSORY. Once the key is turned from
RUN to LOCK, these features will continue to work
for up to 20 minutes or until a door is opened.
Starting Your Engine
Move your shift lever to PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N).
Your engine won't start in any other position
-- that's
a safety feature. To restart when you're already moving,
use NEUTRAL (N) only.
NOTICE:
Don't try to shift to PARK (P) if your vehicle
is moving. If you do, you could damage the
transmission. Shift to PARK (P) only when
your vehicle is stopped.

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Press and release the switch to turn the inflator off.
Place the inflator kit tools in the pouch and store it
properly. Remove the inflator hose from the outlet
during loading and unloading. Load leveling will not
function with the inflator hose attached to the inflator
outlet. See ªElectronically Controlled Air Suspension
Systemº in the Index.
To reinstall the cover, line up the tabs at the back of
the cover, put it in place and latch the tabs.
A continuous flashing indicator light may also
indicate a malfunction in the air suspension system.
See ªElectronically Controlled Air Suspension Systemº
in the Index.
CAUTION:
Inflating something too much can make it explode,
and you or others could be injured. Be sure to read
the inflator instructions, and inflate any object
only to its recommended pressure.
Accessory Power Outlets
With the accessory power outlets, you can plug in
auxiliary electrical equipment such as a cellular
telephone or CB radio.
Your vehicle has three accessory power outlets.
The first outlet is located to the right of the cigarette
lighter on the instrument panel. The second outlet is
located on the rear of the center console, and the third
one is located in the rear of the vehicle near the liftgate.
Remove the cover from the outlet to use the outlet.
Be sure to put the cover back on when not using the
accessory power outlet.
Certain electrical accessories may not be compatible
with the accessory power outlet and could result in
blown vehicle or adaptor fuses. If you experience a
problem, see your dealer for additional information
on the accessory power outlets.

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NOTICE:
Adding some electrical equipment to your vehicle
can damage it or keep other things from working
as they should. This wouldn't be covered by your
warranty. Check with your dealer before adding
electrical equipment, and never use anything that
exceeds the fuse rating.
When adding electrical equipment, be sure to follow
the proper installation instructions included with
the equipment.
NOTICE:
Power outlets are designed for accessory plugs
only. Do not hang any type of accessory or
accessory bracket from the plug. Improper use
of the power outlet can cause damage not covered
by your warranty.
OnStar
System (If Equipped)
OnStar is a vehicle communications system that
offers a variety of services and provides a hands
-free
communication link between you and the OnStar Center.
A service subscription agreement and fee are required in
order to receive OnStar service. Services are available
24 hours a day, 7 days a week. For more information,
call 1
-888-ONSTAR-7 (1-888-667-8277).
OnStar Services Button: Press this button once
to contact an advisor who will be able to assist you with
these services. If you are not quickly connected, the
system will automatically reset and redial. This ensures
connection to the center; there is no additional action
required. Press the Call Answer/End button to cancel the
automatic redial.

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Sunroof (Option)
Your vehicle may have a power sliding sunroof. To open
or close the sunroof, the ignition must be on or Retained
Accessory Power (RAP) must be active. See ªRetained
Accessory Powerº in the Index.
Press and release the back of the button in the overhead
console to open the sunroof. You can press the front of
the button to close the sunroof. Once the sunroof is
closed, press the forward side of the button to open the
sunroof to the vent position.
The sunroof is also equipped with a sunshade which you
can pull forward to block out sun rays.
HomeLink
Transmitter
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this
device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this
device must accept any interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired operation.
This device complies with RSS
-210 of Industry Canada.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this
device must accept any interference, including interference
that may cause undesired operation of the device.
Changes and modifications to this system by other than
an authorized service facility could void authorization to
use this equipment.

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The main components of your instrument panel are the following:
A. Exterior Lamp Controls
B. Air Vents
C. Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever
D. Comfort Control Steering Wheel Controls
E. Instrument Panel Cluster
F. Audio Steering Wheel Controls
G. Ignition Switch
H. Audio SystemI. Comfort Controls
J. Hood Release
K. Driver Information Center (DIC) Steering
Wheel Controls
L. Rear Window Washer/Wiper
M. Lighter
N. Accessory Power Outlet
O. Rear Window Defogger
P. Glove Box