2003 OLDSMOBILE AURORA trunk

If you put things inside your vehicle - like suitcases,
tools, packages, or anything else
- they will go as fast
as the vehicle goes.
If you have to stop or turn
quickly, or if there is a cra-", they'll keep going.
Things you phL inside your vehicle can strike
and injure people
in a sudden stop or turn, or
in a crash.
Put things in the trunk of your vehicle. In a
trunk, put them as far forward as you can.
Try to spread the weight evenly.
Never stack heavier things, like suitcases,
inside the vehicle
so that some of them
are above the tops of the seats.
Don't leave an unsecured child restraint in
your vehicle.
When you carry something inside the
vehicle, secure
it whenever you can.
Automatic Level Control
This feature keeps the rear of your vehicle level as the
load changes.
It is automatic - you do not need to
adjust anything.
Towinn a Trailer
If you don't use the correct equipment and
drive properly, you can lose control when you pull
a trailer. For example, if the trailer is too
heavy, the brakes may not work well
-- or even
at all. You and your passengers could be
seriously injured. You may also damage your
vehicle; the resulting repairs would not be
covered by your warranty. Pull a trailer only
if
you have followed all the steps in this section.
Ask your dealer for advice and information about towing a trailer with your vehicle.
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Trailer Brakes
Does your trailer have its own brakes?
Be sure to read and follow the instructions for the trailer
brakes
so you’ll be able to install, adjust and maintain
them properly.
Because you have anti-lock brakes, do not try to tap
into your vehicle’s brake system.
If you do, both brake
systems won’t work well, or at all.
Trailer Wiring Harness
All of the electrical circuits required for your trailer
lighting system can be accessed at the driver’s side rear
lamp connector. This connector is located under the
carpet
in the rear corner of the trunk compartment.
Driving with a Trailer
Towing a trailer requires a certain amount of experience.
Before setting out for the open road, you’ll want to get
to know your rig. Acquaint yourself with the feel of
handling and braking with the added weight
of the trailer.
And always keep in mind that the vehicle you are
driving is now a good deal longer and not nearly as
responsive as your vehicle is by itself. Before
you start, check the trailer hitch and platform
(and attachments), safety chains, electrical connector,
lamps, tires and mirror adjustment.
If the trailer has
electric brakes, start your vehicle and trailer moving and
then apply the trailer brake controller by hand to be
sure the brakes are working. This lets you check your
electrical connection at the same time.
During your trip, check occasionally to be sure that the
load is secure, and that the lamps and any trailer
brakes are still working.
Following Distance
Stay at least twice as far behind the vehicle ahead as
you would when driving your vehicle without a trailer.
This can help you avoid situations that require
heavy braking and sudden turns.
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The fuel cap is located behind a hinged fuel door on
the driver’s side of the vehicle. To open the fuel door,
press the button located
on the driver’s door
trim near the trunk release
button.
The ignition does not need to be on. The remote fuel
door release will work in all transaxle positions.
The trunk release lockout switch must be in
OFF for the
fuel door
to open.
The fuel door can be opened manually in case of a
power failure. To do this, first open the trunk. The release mechanism is located on the driver’s side of the
vehicle, at the top
of the trunk compartment.
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Pull the tab toward you to
release the fuel door.
Notice: Prying on a locked fuel filler door can
damage it. Use the remote fuel door manual release
located in the trunk
in the case of a power failure.
While refueling, hang the tethered fuel cap
from the
hook on the fuel door.
To remove the fuel cap, turn it slowly to the left
(counterclockwise). The fuel cap has a spring in it;
if
you let go of the cap too soon, it will spring back to the
rinht a '3' '*.
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Filling a Portable Fuel *ontair -r
Never fill a portable fuel container while it is in
your vehicle. Static electricity discharge from
the container can ignite the gasoline vapor.
You can be badly burned and your vehicle
damaged if this occurs.
To help avoid injury to
you and others:
containers.
Dispense gasoline only into approved
CAUTION: (Continued)
0 not fil container wh ~ it is i _ide a
vehicle, in a vehicle’s trunk, pickup bed or on any surface other than the ground.
Bring the fill nozzle in contact with the
inside of the fill opening before operating
the nozzle. Contact should be maintained until the filling
is complete.
Don’t smoke while pumping gasoline.
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Taillamps, Turn Signal, Stoplamps
and Back-up Lamps
1. Open the trunk.
2. Turn the screws located inside of the trunk
3. Remove the plastic trim piece from the trunk.
4. Pull the carpeting away from the rear corner of the
counterclockwise and
remove them.
trunk.
5. Remove the three nuts holding the lamp in place
and remove the lamp assembly.
6. While pressing the release, turn the bulb socket
assembly counterclockwise to remove it from the
lamp assembly.
7. Pull the bulb straight out to remove it from the
socket.
8. Replace the bulb and reverse the steps to reinstall
the lamp assembly.
Replacement Bulbs
StotiTaillamDs I- ~
Rear Turn Signal Lamps I 3057 1
For any bulb not listed here contact your dealer.
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The following steps will tell you how to use the jack and
change a tire.
Removing the Spare Tire and Tools
The equipment you’ll need is in the trunk.
Instructions for changing your tires are on the inside of
the tire cover. You can rest the cover near you for
easy reference while you change the tire.
1. Lift the tire cover to gain access to the compact
spare tire and jacking equipment. See
Compact
Spare Tire on page 5-81 for more information.
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2. Remove the wheel wrench and jack from the jack
3. Remove the compact spare tire from the trunk.
container.
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The tools you’ll
be using include the jack (A) and wheel
wrench
(B).
Removing the Wheel Covers
insert the hooked end of the wheel wrench in one of the
two small notches in the center cover and pry the
cover
off. Do not drop the cover or lay it face down, as
it could be scratched or damaged.
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