Oldsmobile 1999 Aurora User Manual

yellowblue iThe 1999 Oldsmobile Aurora Owner’s Manual1-1 Seats and Restraint SystemsThis section tells you how to use your seats and safety belts

yellowblue 1-4The seat cushion and mirror positions will be stored forthe number pressed. Repeat the procedure to storeanother position with the o

yellowblue 2-42Ending Cruise ControlThere are two ways to turn off the cruise control:Step lightly on the brake pedal, or Move the cruise switch t

yellowblue 2-43Fog LampsTo turn on the fog lamps,first turn on the parkinglamps or headlamps. Thenpress the fog lamp switchlocated on the left sid

yellowblue 2-44Twilight SentinelTwilight sentinel turns theheadlamps, taillamps andparking lamps on and off by sensing how dark it is outside.To o

yellowblue 2-45Illuminated EntryPress the UNLOCK button on the remote lock controltransmitter and the interior courtesy lamps will come onand stay

yellowblue 2-463. Press the instant alarm button on the remote lockcontrol transmitter. Perimeter lighting remains on atthis time and the horn wil

yellowblue 2-47Rear Reading LampsThese lamps go on when you open the doors. You canalso turn them on by pressing the button to the side ofthe lamp

yellowblue 2-48When cleaning the mirror, use a paper towel or similarmaterial dampened with glass cleaner. Do not sprayglass cleaner directly on t

yellowblue 2-49Compass VarianceThe mirror is set in zone eight upon leaving the factory.It will be necessary to adjust the compass to compensatefo

yellowblue 2-50Power Remote Control MirrorThe controls on the far leftof the instrument panelcontrol both outsiderearview mirrors. Move thecenter

yellowblue 2-51Heated Outside Rearview MirrorWhen you operate the rear window defogger, a defoggeralso warms the heated driver’s and passenger’s o

yellowblue 1-5If you prefer to program the transmitter to the exit seatposition, which moves the seat completely down andback, follow these steps:

yellowblue 2-52Convenience NetYour vehicle has a convenience net just inside the backwall of the trunk.Put small loads, like grocery bags, behind

yellowblue 2-53Ashtrays and Cigarette LighterPush and release the cover to reveal the front ashtray,lighter and accessory power outlet.NOTICE:Don’

yellowblue 2-54Accessory Power OutletThe power outlet inside the front ashtray can be used toplug in electrical equipment such as a cellular telep

yellowblue 2-55Sunroof (Option)Your express-open sunroof includes a sliding glass paneland a sliding sunshade. The control switch will workonly wh

yellowblue 2-56Universal TransmitterThis transmitter allows you to consolidate the functionsof up to three individual hand-held transmitters. It w

yellowblue 2-57Programming the TransmitterDo not use the Universal Transmitter with any garagedoor opener that does not have the “stop and reverse

yellowblue 2-58If you have trouble programming the UniversalTransmitter, make sure that you have followed thedirections exactly as described. The

yellowblue 2-59“Rolling Code” Programming (If Equipped)If you have not previously programmed the hand-heldtransmitter to the Universal Transmitter

yellowblue 2-60The Instrument Panel - Your Information System

yellowblue 2-61The main components of your instrument panel are:A. Power Mirrors Control SwitchB. Fog Lamp SwitchC. Turn Signal/Multifunction Leve

yellowblue 1-6Reclining Front SeatbacksThe vertical control described previously in this sectionreclines the front seatbacks.But don’t have a seat

yellowblue 2-62Instrument Panel ClusterYour vehicle is equipped with this instrument panel cluster, which includes indicator warning lights and ga

yellowblue 2-63SpeedometerYour speedometer lets you see your speed in both milesper hour (mph) and kilometers per hour (km/h).Odometer and Trip Od

yellowblue 2-64TachometerThe tachometer displays theengine speed in revolutionsper minute (rpm).If your engine speed equals or exceeds the safe li

yellowblue 2-65When one of the warning lights comes on and stays onwhen you are driving, or when one of the gages showsthere may be a problem, che

yellowblue 2-66Battery Warning LightThis light will come onbriefly when you start thevehicle, as a check to showyou it is working, then itshould g

yellowblue 2-67If the light and chime come on while you are driving,pull off the road and stop carefully. You may notice thatthe pedal is harder t

yellowblue 2-68Anti-Lock Brake System Warning LightWith the anti-lock brakesystem, the light(s) willcome on when you startyour engine and may stay

yellowblue 2-69The traction control system warning light may come onfor the following reasons:If you turn the system off by pressing theTRACTION C

yellowblue 2-70Engine Coolant Temperature GageThis gage shows the enginecoolant temperature. If thegage pointer moves into thered warning zone, yo

yellowblue 2-71Malfunction Indicator Lamp (Service Engine Soon Light)Your vehicle is equippedwith a computer whichmonitors operation of thefuel, i

yellowblue 1-7Head RestraintsSlide the head restraint up or down so that the top of therestraint is closest to the top of your ears. This position

yellowblue 2-72This light should come on, as a check to show you it isworking, when the ignition is on and the engine is notrunning. If the light

yellowblue 2-73Are you low on fuel?As your engine starts to run out of fuel, your engine maynot run as efficiently as designed since small amounts

yellowblue 2-74CAUTION:Don’t keep driving if the oil pressure is low. Ifyou do, your engine can become so hot that itcatches fire. You or others c

yellowblue 2-75Press the FUEL button on the Driver Information Centerto turn off the warning.Here are four things that some owners ask about. None

yellowblue 2-76Turn on the system by pressing any button exceptRESET, ENTER or OFF. When you turn on the ignition,the DIC will be in the mode last

yellowblue 2-77FuelPress FUEL to see how much fuel has been used sinceyou last pressed the RESET button. The display willshow a reading such as:10

yellowblue 2-78EngineThe ENG button scrolls through the following functions:Oil pressure, such as:OIL PRESSURE 40 PSI or OIL PRESSURE 276 kPaBatte

yellowblue 2-79Remember, you must reset the OIL LIFE or TRNSFLUID yourself after each oil or transaxle fluid change.It will not reset itself. Also

yellowblue 2-80The system will display the total distance to destination,such as:365 MI TO DEST or 587 KM TO DESTWhen the system counts down to ze

yellowblue 2-81DatePress DATE to display the date. To change the date, press DATE then RESET. The following displaywill appear:MONTH? XX/DD/YYMM,

yellowblue 1-8CAUTION:It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area,inside or outside of a vehicle. In a collision,people riding in these area

yellowblue 2-82RECALLWhen you press the RCLbutton, the system scrollsthrough any currently activewarning messages, thenreturns to the mode thesyst

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3-yellowblue 3-1Section 3 Comfort Controls and Audio SystemsIn this section, you’ll find out how to operate the comfort control and audio systems

yellowblue 3-2Comfort ControlsThis section tells you how to operate your climatecontrol system. Your climate control system usesozone-friendly R-1

yellowblue 3-3Temperature ButtonsTo adjust the comfort level you want maintained insidethe vehicle, use the red and blue buttons located belowthe

yellowblue 3-4In cold weather, the system will delay turning on the fanto avoid blowing cold air. The length of the delaydepends on the engine coo

yellowblue 3-5DEFOG: This setting directs the majority of theairflow to the lower floor outlets and the front defroster.A small amount of airflow

yellowblue 3-6Air ConditioningThe air conditioner cools, dehumidifies and filters theair for the inside of the vehicle.The air conditioning compre

yellowblue 3-7Defogging and DefrostingOn cool, humid days, use the defog setting to keep thewindows clear while also providing heat through thelow

yellowblue 1-9Why Safety Belts WorkWhen you ride in or on anything, you go as fast as it goes.Take the simplest vehicle. Suppose it’s just a seat

yellowblue 3-8NOTICE:Don’t use a razor blade or something else sharpon the inside of the rear window. If you do, youcould cut or damage the warmin

yellowblue 3-9Turn the control between the rear outlets up to direct airthrough the upper outlets. Turn the control down todirect air through the

yellowblue 3-10Press the upper part of the fan symbol button to overridethe automatic fan control and increase the fan speed.Press the lower part

yellowblue 3-11Playing the RadioPWR-VOL: Press this knob to turn the system on andoff. To increase volume, turn the knob clockwise. Turnit counter

yellowblue 3-12P SCAN: Press SCAN for more than two seconds, andP SCAN will appear on the display. The radio will go tothe first preset station st

yellowblue 3-13Playing a Cassette TapeYour tape player is built to work best with tapes that areup to 30 to 45 minutes long on each side. Tapes lo

yellowblue 3-14PROG (3): Press this button to play the other side of the tape. (4): Press this button to reduce background noise.Note that the d

yellowblue 3-15Playing a Compact DiscWith the ignition on, insert a disc partway into the slot,label side up. The player will pull it in and the d

yellowblue 3-16SCAN: Press this button to listen to each selection for afew seconds. The disc will go to the next selection, stopfor a few seconds

yellowblue 3-17Trunk-Mounted CD Changer (Option)With the optional compact disc changer, you can play upto 12 discs continuously. Normal size discs

yellowblue 1-10Get it up to speed. Then stop the vehicle. The riderdoesn’t stop.The person keeps going until stopped by something.In a real vehicl

yellowblue 3-18Close the door by sliding it all the way to the left. If thedoor is left partially open, the changer will not operateand an error w

yellowblue 3-19If the error occurred while trying to play a CD in thecompact disc player or changer, the following conditionsmay have caused the e

yellowblue 3-20SEEK: Press the SEEK down arrow while playing a CDto go back to the start of the current track if more thaneight seconds have playe

yellowblue 3-211. Write down any three or four-digit number from 000 to 1999 and keep it in a safe place separate fromthe vehicle.2. Turn the igni

yellowblue 3-22Disabling the Theft-Deterrent FeatureEnter your secret code as follows; pause no more than15 seconds between steps:1. Turn the igni

yellowblue 3-23SEEK: Press this button to tune to the next strong radiostation. When playing a cassette tape or compact disc,press SEEK to hear th

yellowblue 3-24NOTICE:Before you add any sound equipment to yourvehicle -- like a tape player, CB radio, mobiletelephone or two-way radio -- be su

yellowblue 3-25When using a scrubbing action, non-abrasive cleaningcassette, it is normal for the cassette to eject becauseyour unit is equipped w

yellowblue 3-26Power Antenna Mast CareYour power antenna will look its best and work well if it’s cleaned from time to time. To clean the antenna

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yellowblue 1-11or the instrument panel ... or the safety belts!With safety belts, you slow down as the vehicle does.You get more time to stop. You

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4-yellowblue 4-1Section 4 Your Driving and the RoadHere you’ll find information about driving on different kinds of roads and in varying weather c

yellowblue 4-2Defensive DrivingThe best advice anyone can give about driving is: Drive defensively.Please start with a very important safety devic

yellowblue 4-3Drunken DrivingDeath and injury associated with drinking and driving is anational tragedy. It’s the number one contributor to thehig

yellowblue 4-4It’s the amount of alcohol that counts. For example, ifthe same person drank three double martinis (3 ouncesor 90 ml of liquor each)

yellowblue 4-5The body takes about an hour to rid itself of the alcoholin one drink. No amount of coffee or number of coldshowers will speed that

yellowblue 4-6Sometimes, as when you’re driving on snow or ice, it’seasy to ask more of those control systems than the tiresand road can provide.

yellowblue 4-7If your engine ever stops while you’re driving, brakenormally but don’t pump your brakes. If you do, thepedal may get harder to push

yellowblue 4-8The anti-lock system can change the brake pressure faster than any driver could. The computer is programmed to make the most of avai

yellowblue 4-9This light will come onwhen your traction controlsystem is limiting wheelspin. See “Traction ControlSystem Active Light” in the Inde

yellowblue 1-12Here Are Questions Many People AskAbout Safety Belts -- and the AnswersQ:Won’t I be trapped in the vehicle after anaccident if I’m

yellowblue 4-10To turn the system off, press the TRACTIONCONTROL button on the center console.The traction control system warning light will come

yellowblue 4-11Steering TipsDriving on CurvesIt’s important to take curves at a reasonable speed.A lot of the “driver lost control” accidents ment

yellowblue 4-12Steering in EmergenciesThere are times when steering can be more effectivethan braking. For example, you come over a hill andfind a

yellowblue 4-13Off-Road RecoveryYou may find that your right wheels have dropped off theedge of a road onto the shoulder while you’re driving.If t

yellowblue 4-14Do not get too close to the vehicle you want to pass while you’re awaiting an opportunity. For onething, following too closely redu

yellowblue 4-15SkiddingIn a skid, a driver can lose control of the vehicle.Defensive drivers avoid most skids by taking reasonablecare suited to e

yellowblue 4-16Driving at NightNight driving is more dangerous than day driving. Onereason is that some drivers are likely to be impaired -- byalc

yellowblue 4-17You can be temporarily blinded by approachingheadlamps. It can take a second or two, or even severalseconds, for your eyes to readj

yellowblue 4-18The heavier the rain, the harder it is to see. Even if yourwindshield wiper blades are in good shape, a heavy raincan make it harde

yellowblue 4-19HydroplaningHydroplaning is dangerous. So much water can build upunder your tires that they can actually ride on the water.This can

yellowblue 1-13How to Wear Safety Belts ProperlyAdultsThis part is only for people of adult size.Be aware that there are special things to know ab

yellowblue 4-20City DrivingOne of the biggest problems with city streets is theamount of traffic on them. You’ll want to watch out forwhat the oth

yellowblue 4-21Freeway DrivingMile for mile, freeways (also called thruways, parkways,expressways, turnpikes or superhighways) are the safestof al

yellowblue 4-22Once you are moving on the freeway, make certain youallow a reasonable following distance. Expect to moveslightly slower at night.W

yellowblue 4-23Highway HypnosisIs there actually such a condition as “highway hypnosis”?Or is it just plain falling asleep at the wheel? Call ithi

yellowblue 4-24If you drive regularly in steep country, or if you’replanning to visit there, here are some tips that can makeyour trips safer and

yellowblue 4-25You may see highway signs on mountains that warn ofspecial problems. Examples are long grades, passing orno-passing zones, a fallin

yellowblue 4-26Driving on Snow or IceMost of the time, those places where your tires meet theroad probably have good traction.However, if there is

yellowblue 4-27Your anti-lock brakes improve your vehicle’s stabilitywhen you make a hard stop on a slippery road. Eventhough you have the anti-lo

yellowblue 4-28Tie a red cloth to your vehicle to alert police thatyou’ve been stopped by the snow.Put on extra clothing or wrap a blanket around

yellowblue 4-29Run your engine only as long as you must. This savesfuel. When you run the engine, make it go a little fasterthan just idle. That i

yellowblue iiGENERAL MOTORS, GM, the GM Emblem,OLDSMOBILE, the OLDSMOBILE Rocket Emblemand the AURORA Emblem are registered trademarks ofGeneral M

yellowblue 1-14Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure. If the belt isn’t long enough, see “Safety BeltExtender” at the end of this s

yellowblue 4-30Loading Your VehicleTwo labels on your vehicle show how much weight itmay properly carry. The Tire-Loading Information label,found

yellowblue 4-31CAUTION:Do not load your vehicle any heavier than theGVWR, or either the maximum front or rearGAWR. If you do, parts on your vehicl

yellowblue 4-32Towing a TrailerCAUTION:If you don’t use the correct equipment and driveproperly, you can lose control when you pull atrailer. For

yellowblue 4-33Don’t tow a trailer at all during the first 1,000 miles(1 600 km) your new vehicle is driven. Your engine,axle or other parts could

yellowblue 4-34Weight of the Trailer TongueThe tongue load (A) of any trailer is an importantweight to measure because it affects the total or gro

yellowblue 4-35HitchesIt’s important to have the correct hitch equipment.Crosswinds, large trucks going by and rough roads are afew reasons why yo

yellowblue 4-36Before you start, check the trailer hitch and platform(and attachments), safety chains, electrical connector,lamps, tires and mirro

yellowblue 4-37Turn Signals When Towing a TrailerThe arrows on your instrument panel will flashwhenever you signal a turn or lane change. Properly

yellowblue 4-38When You Are Ready to Leave AfterParking on a Hill1. Apply your regular brakes and hold the pedal downwhile you:Start your engine;S

5-yellowblue 5-1Section 5 Problems on the RoadHere you’ll find what to do about some problems that can occur on the road.5-2 Hazard Warning Flashe

yellowblue 1-153. Just before it reaches the end, give it a quick pull.4. Let the belt go back all the way. You should hear aslight clicking sound

yellowblue 5-2Hazard Warning FlashersYour hazard warning flashers let you warn others. Theyalso let police know you have a problem. Your front and

yellowblue 5-3Other Warning DevicesIf you carry reflective triangles, you can set one up atthe side of the road about 300 feet (100 m) behind your

yellowblue 5-42. Get the vehicles close enough so the jumper cablescan reach, but be sure the vehicles aren’t touchingeach other. If they are, it

yellowblue 5-55. Find the positive (+) and negative (-) terminals oneach battery or remote terminal. You should alwaysuse the remote positive (+)

yellowblue 5-67. Connect the red positive (+) cable to the remote positive (+) terminal of the vehicle with the dead battery.8. Don’t let the othe

yellowblue 5-79. Now connect the blacknegative (-) cable to the good battery’snegative (-) terminal.Don’t let the other end touch anything until t

yellowblue 5-813. Remove the cables in reverse order to preventelectrical shorting. Take care that they don’t toucheach other or any other metal.A

yellowblue 5-9NOTICE:Use the proper towing equipment to avoiddamage to the bumper, fascia or fog lamp areasof the vehicle.With current trends in a

yellowblue 5-10If Steam Is Coming From Your EngineCAUTION:Steam from an overheated engine can burn youbadly, even if you just open the hood. Stay

yellowblue 5-11NOTICE:If your engine catches fire because you keepdriving with no coolant, your vehicle can bebadly damaged. The costly repairs wo

yellowblue 1-16Q: What’s wrong with this?A: The shoulder belt is too loose. It won’t give nearlyas much protection this way.CAUTION:You can be ser

yellowblue 5-12Cooling SystemWhen you decide it’s safe to lift the hood, here’s whatyou’ll see:A. Coolant Surge Tank with Pressure CapB. Two Elect

yellowblue 5-13A low coolant level should be indicated by a CHECKCOOLANT LEVEL message on the Driver InformationCenter. If it is, you may have a l

yellowblue 5-14NOTICE:When adding coolant, it is important that you useonly DEX-COOL (silicate-free) coolant.If coolant other than DEX-COOL is ad

yellowblue 5-15CAUTION:Adding only plain water to your cooling systemcan be dangerous. Plain water, or some otherliquid like alcohol, can boil bef

yellowblue 5-16CAUTION:You can be burned if you spill coolant on hotengine parts. Coolant contains ethylene glycoland it will burn if the engine p

yellowblue 5-173. Then fill the coolant surge tank with the propermixture, to FULL COLD.4. With the coolant surge tank pressure cap off, start the

yellowblue 5-185. Then replace the pressure cap. Be sure the pressurecap is hand-tight.If a Tire Goes FlatIt’s unusual for a tire to “blow out” wh

yellowblue 5-19Changing a Flat TireIf a tire goes flat, avoid further tire and wheel damageby driving slowly to a level place. Turn on your hazard

yellowblue 5-20Removing the Spare Tire and ToolsThe equipment you’ll need is in the trunk.Instructions for changing your tires are on the inside o

yellowblue 5-21Removing the Wheel CoverInsert the hooked end of the wheel wrench in one of thetwo small notches in the center cover and pry the co

yellowblue 1-17Q: What’s wrong with this?A: The belt is buckled in the wrong place.CAUTION:You can be seriously injured if your belt isbuckled in

yellowblue 5-223. Turn the wheel wrench counterclockwise by hand tolower the jack head until it fits under the vehicle.4. Near each wheel well is

yellowblue 5-23CAUTION:Getting under a vehicle when it is jacked up isdangerous. If the vehicle slips off the jack, youcould be badly injured or k

yellowblue 5-24CAUTION:Never use oil or grease on studs or nuts. If youdo, the nuts might come loose. Your wheel couldfall off, causing a serious

yellowblue 5-2511. Using the wheelwrench, tighten thewheel nuts firmly in a crisscross sequenceas shown.CAUTION:Incorrect wheel nuts or improperly

yellowblue 5-26NOTICE:Wheel covers won’t fit on your compact spare. Ifyou try to put a wheel cover on your compactspare, you could damage the cove

yellowblue 5-27Storing the Spare Tire and ToolsCAUTION:Storing a jack, a tire or other equipment in thepassenger compartment of the vehicle couldc

yellowblue 5-28Compact Spare TireAlthough the compact spare tire was fully inflated whenyour vehicle was new, it can lose air after a time. Checkt

yellowblue 5-29If You’re Stuck: In Sand, Mud, Ice or SnowIn order to free your vehicle when it is stuck, you willneed to spin the wheels, but you

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6-yellowblue 6-1Section 6 Service and Appearance CareHere you will find information about the care of your vehicle. This section begins with servi

yellowblue 1-18Q: What’s wrong with this?A: The shoulder belt is worn under the arm. It shouldbe worn over the shoulder at all times.CAUTION:You c

yellowblue 6-2ServiceYour dealer knows your vehicle best and wants you tobe happy with it. We hope you’ll go to your dealer forall your service ne

yellowblue 6-3CAUTION:You can be injured and your vehicle could bedamaged if you try to do service work on avehicle without knowing enough about i

yellowblue 6-4If you’re using fuel rated at the recommended octane orhigher and you hear heavy knocking, your engine needsservice. But don’t worry

yellowblue 6-5Fuels in Foreign CountriesIf you plan on driving in another country outside theUnited States or Canada, the proper fuel may be hard

yellowblue 6-6CAUTION:Gasoline vapor is highly flammable. It burnsviolently, and that can cause very bad injuries.Don’t smoke if you’re near gasol

yellowblue 6-7While refueling, hang the tethered cap from the hook onthe fuel door.To remove the cap, turn it slowly to the left(counterclockwise)

yellowblue 6-8NOTICE:If you need a new cap, be sure to get the righttype. Your dealer can get one for you. If you getthe wrong type, it may not fi

yellowblue 6-9CAUTION:Things that burn can get on hot engine parts andstart a fire. These include liquids like gasoline,oil, coolant, brake fluid,

yellowblue 6-104.0L V8 EngineWhen you open the hood, you’ll see:A. Remote Positive (+) Battery TerminalB. Windshield Washer Fluid ReservoirC. Powe

yellowblue 6-11Engine OilIf the CHECK OIL LEVELmessage or the oil warninglight on the instrumentpanel comes on, it meansyou need to check yourengi

yellowblue 1-19Q: What’s wrong with this?A: The belt is twisted across the body.CAUTION:You can be seriously injured by a twisted belt. Ina crash,

yellowblue 6-12NOTICE:Don’t add too much oil. If your engine has somuch oil that the oil level gets above the uppermark that shows the proper oper

yellowblue 6-13As shown in the chart, SAE 10W-30 is best for yourvehicle. However, you can use SAE 5W-30 if it’s goingto be colder than 60 F (16 C

yellowblue 6-14Engine Oil AdditivesDon’t add anything to your oil. Your dealer is ready toadvise if you think something should be added.When to Ch

yellowblue 6-15Engine Air Cleaner/FilterThe air cleaner and filter are on the driver’s side of theengine compartment.To check or replace the air f

yellowblue 6-164. There’s a temperature sensor on the corner of the aircleaner cover. Release the sensor’s electricalconnector retainer, and pull

yellowblue 6-176. Remove the air filter.7. Install the new air filter and reverse all of the steps toreinstall the cover, electrical wires, hose a

yellowblue 6-18Automatic Transaxle FluidWhen to Check and ChangeA good time to check your automatic transaxle fluidlevel is when the engine oil is

yellowblue 6-19Wait at least 30 minutes before checking the transaxlefluid level if you have been driving:When outside temperatures are above 90 F

yellowblue 6-203. Check both sides of the dipstick, and read the lower level. The fluid level must be in thecross-hatched area.4. If the fluid lev

yellowblue 6-21ThermostatEngine coolant temperature is controlled by a thermostatin the engine coolant system. The thermostat stops theflow of coo

yellowblue 1-20To unlatch the belt, just push the button on the buckle.The belt should go back out of the way.Before you close the door, be sure t

yellowblue 6-22What to UseUse a mixture of one-half clean, drinkable water andone-half DEX-COOL coolant which won’t damagealuminum parts. If you

yellowblue 6-23Checking CoolantThe engine coolant surge tank is located on the driver’sside of the engine compartment.CAUTION:Turning the surge ta

yellowblue 6-24The vehicle must be on a level surface. When yourengine is cold, the coolant level should be at the FULLCOLD mark or a little highe

yellowblue 6-25CAUTION:You can be burned if you spill coolant on hotengine parts. Coolant contains ethylene glycol,and it will burn if the engine

yellowblue 6-26How to Check Power Steering FluidWhen the engine compartment is cool, wipe the cap andthe top of the reservoir clean, then unscrew

yellowblue 6-27Adding Washer FluidThere are two windshield washer fluid tanks. The uppertank (shown above) will empty first. When the lowertank co

yellowblue 6-28BrakesBrake FluidYour brake master cylinder reservoir is on the driver’sside of the engine compartment. It is filled with DOT-3brak

yellowblue 6-29What to AddWhen you do need brake fluid, use only DOT-3 brakefluid. Use new brake fluid from a sealed container only.Refer to “Reco

yellowblue 6-30Brake WearYour vehicle has four-wheel disc brakes.Disc brake pads have built-in wear indicators that make a high-pitched warning so

yellowblue 6-31Replacing Brake System PartsThe braking system on a vehicle is complex. Its manyparts have to be of top quality and work well toget

yellowblue 1-21The best way to protect the fetus is to protect themother. When a safety belt is worn properly, it’s morelikely that the fetus won’

yellowblue 6-32To be sure the vent hose (A) is properly attached, thevent hose connectors (B) must be securely reattached tothe vent outlets (C) o

yellowblue 6-33Bulb ReplacementThis section describes bulb changing procedures forsome of your interior and exterior lamps. For any bulbchanging p

yellowblue 6-34Low-Beam Headlamp BulbsIf you need to replace a low-beam headlamp bulb, dothe following:1. Remove the two bolts and pull out the he

yellowblue 6-35High-Beam Headlamp BulbsIf you need to replace a high-beam headlamp bulb, dothe following:1. Remove the headlamp assembly if you ne

yellowblue 6-36NOTICE:To make sure your headlamps are aimedproperly, read all the instructions beforebeginning. Failure to follow these instructio

yellowblue 6-371. Turn the horizontal aiming screw (A) until theindicator (B) is lined up with zero.2. Turn the vertical aiming screw (C) until th

yellowblue 6-38Front Turn SignalThe front turn signal bulb is on the inboard edge of theheadlamp assembly. To replace a bulb, do the following:1.

yellowblue 6-391. In the trunk, remove the convenience net from thehooks. Next remove the plastic screws holding thecarpeting in place and pull ba

yellowblue 6-405. Pull out the taillamp assembly to reach the bulb andpull it out. To replace, push the bulb back in.6. Reverse Steps 1 through 5

yellowblue 6-412. Use a 10 mm socket toremove the four bolts.There are two bolts oneach side of the cover.3. Pry off the cover and pull down to ac

yellowblue 1-22CAUTION:Air bags inflate with great force, faster than theblink of an eye. If you’re too close to an inflatingair bag, as you would

yellowblue 6-425. Twist the socket one-quarter of a turncounterclockwise and pull to remove.6. Replace the bulb and reverse Steps 1 through 4 tore

yellowblue 6-43Windshield Wiper Blade ReplacementWindshield wiper blades should be inspected at leasttwice a year for wear or cracking. See “Wiper

yellowblue 6-44CAUTION: (Continued)Underinflated tires pose the same danger asoverloaded tires. The resulting accidentcould cause serious injury.

yellowblue 6-45When to CheckCheck your tires once a month or more.Don’t forget your compact spare tire. It should be at 60 psi (420 kPa).How to Ch

yellowblue 6-46CAUTION:Rust or dirt on a wheel, or on the parts to whichit is fastened, can make wheel nuts become looseafter a time. The wheel co

yellowblue 6-47Buying New TiresTo find out what kind and size of tires you need, look atthe Tire-Loading Information label.The tires installed on

yellowblue 6-48Uniform Tire Quality GradingThe following information relates to the systemdeveloped by the United States National HighwayTraffic S

yellowblue 6-49The grade C corresponds to a level of performancewhich all passenger car tires must meet under theFederal Motor Vehicle Safety Stan

yellowblue 6-50NOTICE:The wrong wheel can also cause problems withbearing life, brake cooling, speedometer orodometer calibration, headlamp aim, b

yellowblue 6-51Appearance CareRemember, cleaning products can be hazardous. Someare toxic. Others can burst into flame if you strike amatch or get

yellowblue 1-23How the Air Bag System WorksWhere are the air bags?The driver’s air bag is in the middle of the steering wheel.The right front pass

yellowblue 6-52Use a clean cloth or sponge, and change to a clean area often. A soft brush may be used if stainsare stubborn.If a ring forms on fa

yellowblue 6-53Cleaning VinylUse warm water and a clean cloth.Rub with a clean, damp cloth to remove dirt. Youmay have to do it more than once.Thi

yellowblue 6-54CAUTION:Do not bleach or dye safety belts. If you do, itmay severely weaken them. In a crash, theymight not be able to provide adeq

yellowblue 6-55Cleaning the Outside of Your VehicleThe paint finish on your vehicle provides beauty, depthof color, gloss retention and durability

yellowblue 6-56Foreign materials such as calcium chloride and othersalts, ice melting agents, road oil and tar, tree sap, birddroppings, chemicals

yellowblue 6-57Sheet Metal DamageIf your vehicle is damaged and requires sheet metalrepair or replacement, make sure the body repair shopapplies a

yellowblue 6-58GM Vehicle Care/Appearance MaterialsPART NUMBER SIZE DESCRIPTION USAGE994954 23 in. x 25 in. Polishing Cloth – Wax Treated Exterior

yellowblue 6-59Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)This is the legal identifier for your vehicle. It appears ona plate in the front corner of the i

yellowblue 6-60Electrical SystemAdd-On Electrical EquipmentNOTICE:Don’t add anything electrical to your vehicleunless you check with your dealer f

yellowblue 6-61Maxifuse/Relay CenterIt’s easy to check the fuses in this underhood relaycenter. There are two locking arms on either side of theba

yellowblue iiiHow to Use this ManualMany people read their owner’s manual from beginningto end when they first receive their new vehicle. If youdo

yellowblue 1-24CAUTION:If something is between an occupant and an airbag, the bag might not inflate properly or itmight force the object into that

yellowblue 6-62Instrument Panel Fuse BlockThis fuse block is located on the left side of theinstrument panel. To open it, push the latch to the le

yellowblue 6-63Fuse Usage1 Supplemental Inflatable Restraint(Air Bag)2 Injectors3Anti-Lock Brake System4 Left Exterior Lamps5 Turn Signal Lamps6 I

yellowblue 6-64Removing the Rear Seat CushionTo access the battery and rear compartment fuse panels,the rear seat cushion must be removed. This pr

yellowblue 6-65CAUTION:A safety belt that isn’t properly routed throughthe seat cushion or is twisted won’t provide theprotection needed in a cras

yellowblue 6-66Fuse Usage1 Open2 Electronic Level Control Relay3 Trunk Release Relay4 Open5 Fuel Pump Relay6 Driver Door Unlock Relay7-10 Open11 R

yellowblue 6-67Fuse Usage1, 2 Spare3 Open4Breaker -- Power Window, Sunroof5, 6 Spare7 Open8, 9 Spare10 Open11Breaker -- Power Seat12, 13 Spare14 O

yellowblue 6-68Fuse Usage21 Rear Defogger22 Trunk Pull Down23 Electronic Level Control24 Instrument Panel25 Exterior Lamps26Bose Stereo (Option)27

yellowblue 6-69Engine Compartment Fuse BlockFuse Usage1 Air Conditioning Center2 Open3 Open4 Horn5 Open6 Fog Lamp 27 Cooling Fan #28 Cooling Fan #

yellowblue 6-70Replacement BulbsEXTERIOR LAMPS BULBFrontFront Turn Signal Lamps 3157NA. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Halogen HeadlampsLow Beam 90

yellowblue 6-71Power SteeringPump Only 1.0 pint (0.5 L). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Complete System 1.5 pints (0.7 L). . . . . . . .

yellowblue 1-25What will you see after an air bag inflates?After an air bag inflates, it quickly deflates, so quicklythat some people may not even

yellowblue 6-72Vehicle DimensionsLength 205.4 inches (522.0 cm). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Width 74.4 inches (189.0 cm). . . . . . . . . . .

7-yellowblue 7-1Section 7 Maintenance ScheduleThis section covers the maintenance required for your vehicle. Your vehicle needs these services to

yellowblue 7-2Have you purchased the GM Protection Plan? The Plansupplements your new vehicle warranties. See yourWarranty and Owner Assistance bo

yellowblue 7-3How This Section is OrganizedThis maintenance schedule is divided into five parts:“Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services” shows wha

yellowblue 7-4Part A: Scheduled Maintenance ServicesUsing Your Maintenance ScheduleWe at General Motors want to help you keep yourvehicle in good

yellowblue Scheduled Maintenance7-5The services shown in this schedule up to 100,000 miles(166 000 km) should be performed after 100,000 miles(166

Scheduled Maintenanceyellowblue 7-67,500 Miles (12 500 km)Check Oil Life Monitor. If engine oil and filter are changed, reset monitor. See “Engine

yellowblue Scheduled Maintenance7-7Lubricate chassis components (or at each engine oil and filter change). (See footnote #.)Rotate tires. See “Tir

Scheduled Maintenanceyellowblue 7-837,500 Miles (62 500 km)Check Oil Life Monitor. If engine oil and filter are changed, reset monitor. See “Engin

yellowblue Scheduled Maintenance7-9– In hilly or mountainous terrain.– When doing frequent trailer towing.– Uses such as found in taxi, police or

yellowblue 1-26NOTICE:If you damage the covering for the driver’s or theright front passenger’s air bag, the bag may notwork properly. You may hav

Scheduled Maintenanceyellowblue 7-1060,000 Miles (100 000 km) (Continued)Inspect throttle body bore and valve plates for deposits, open the thrott

yellowblue Scheduled Maintenance7-1175,000 Miles (125 000 km)Check Oil Life Monitor. If engine oil and filter are changed, reset monitor. See “Eng

Scheduled Maintenanceyellowblue 7-1290,000 Miles (150 000 km) (Continued)Lubricate chassis components (or at each engine oil and filter change). (

yellowblue Scheduled Maintenance7-13100,000 Miles (166 000 km)Inspect spark plug wires. An Emission Control Service. Replace spark plugs. An Emiss

yellowblue 7-14Part B: Owner Checks and ServicesListed in this part are owner checks and services whichshould be performed at the intervals specif

yellowblue 7-15At Least Twice a YearRestraint System CheckMake sure the safety belt reminder light and all yourbelts, buckles, latch plates, retra

yellowblue 7-16Starter Switch CheckCAUTION:When you are doing this check, the vehicle couldmove suddenly. If it does, you or others could beinjure

yellowblue 7-17Ignition Transaxle Lock CheckWhile parked, and with the parking brake set, try to turnthe ignition key to LOCK in each shift lever

yellowblue 7-18Part C: Periodic Maintenance InspectionsListed in this part are inspections and services whichshould be performed at least twice a

yellowblue 7-19Throttle System InspectionInspect the throttle system for interference or binding,and for damaged or missing parts. Replace parts a

yellowblue 1-27Rear Seat PassengersIt’s very important for rear seat passengers to buckle up!Accident statistics show that unbelted people in the

yellowblue 7-20Part D: Recommended Fluids and LubricantsNOTE: Fluids and lubricants identified below by name, part number or specification may be

yellowblue 7-21USAGE FLUID/LUBRICANTChassisLubricationChassis Lubricant (GM Part No.12377985 or equivalent) orlubricant meeting requirements ofNLG

yellowblue 7-22Part E: Maintenance RecordAfter the scheduled services are performed, record thedate, odometer reading and who performed the servic

yellowblue 7-23Maintenance RecordDATEODOMETERREADINGSERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED

yellowblue 7-24Maintenance RecordDATEODOMETERREADINGSERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED

8-yellowblue 8-1Section 8 Customer Assistance InformationHere you will find out how to contact Oldsmobile if you need assistance. This section als

yellowblue 8-2Customer Satisfaction ProcedureYour satisfaction and goodwill are important to yourdealer and to Oldsmobile. Normally, any concerns

yellowblue 8-3STEP TWO -- If after contacting a member of dealership management, it appears your concern cannot beresolved by the dealership witho

yellowblue 8-4The BBB Auto Line Program is an out of court programadministered by the Council of Better Business Bureaus tosettle automotive dispu

yellowblue 8-5CanadaGeneral Motors of Canada LimitedCustomer Communication Centre, 163-0051908 Colonel Sam DriveOshawa, Ontario L1H 8P71-800-263-3

yellowblue 1-282. Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks.If the belt stops before it reaches the buckle, tilt thelatch plate and kee

yellowblue 8-6Oldsmobile Roadside AssistanceProgram Features and BenefitsSecurity While You Travel1-800-442-OLDS (6537)As the proud owner of a new

yellowblue 8-7In some cases, where service is impractical, the drivermay be authorized to obtain other service for whichreimbursement is provided.

yellowblue 8-8Plan Ahead When PossibleWhen your vehicle requires warranty service, youshould contact your dealer and request an appointment.By sch

yellowblue 8-9Additional Program InformationCourtesy Transportation is available during theBumper-to-Bumper warranty coverage period, but it is no

yellowblue 8-10REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTSTO THE UNITED STATESGOVERNMENTIf you believe that your vehicle has a defect which couldcause a crash or cou

yellowblue 8-11REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTSTO GENERAL MOTORSIn addition to notifying NHTSA (or Transport Canada)in a situation like this, we certainly

yellowblue 8-12CURRENT PUBLICATIONS FOR 1999 OLDSMOBILESERVICE MANUALSService Manuals have the diagnosis and repair informationon engines, transmi

yellowblue 8-13PUBLICATION FORMNUMBEROrders will be mailed within 10 days of receipt. Please allow adequate time for postalservice. If further inf

yellowblue 8-14✍NOTES

9-yellowblue 9-1Section 9 IndexAccessory Power Outlet 2-54. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Air Bag 1-21. . . . . . . . . . . . .

yellowblue 1-29The lap part of the belt should be worn low and snug onthe hips, just touching the thighs. In a crash, this appliesforce to the str

yellowblue 9-2Belt, Engine Accessory 6-72. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Better Business Bureau Mediation 8-3, 8-4. . . . . .

yellowblue 9-3Climate Controls 3-2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Automatic Electronic 3-2. . . . . . . . . . . .

yellowblue 9-4On Grades While Towing a Trailer 4-37. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . On Hill and Mountain Roads 4-23. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

yellowblue 9-5Fuel 6-3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Door Release Button 6-6. . . . . . . . .

yellowblue 9-6Cluster 2-62. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Fuse Block 6-62. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

yellowblue 9-7Magnasteer 4-10. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Maintenance, Normal Replacement Parts 6-71. . . . .

yellowblue 9-8PASS-Key II 2-18. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Perimeter Lighting 2-45. . . . . . . . . . . . .

yellowblue 9-9Retained Accessory Power 2-21. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Reverse, Automatic Transaxle 2-25. . . . . . . . . . .

yellowblue 9-10Skidding 4-15. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Sound Equipment, Adding 3-24. . . . . . .

yellowblue 9-11TractionActive Light 4-9. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Control System 4-8. . . . . . . . . . .

yellowblue 1-30To unlatch the belt, just push the button on the buckle.Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides forChildren and Small AdultsRear shoulder b

yellowblue 9-12Warning Devices 5-3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Warning Lights, Gages and Indicators 2-64. . . . .

yellowblue 1-312. Slide the guide under and past the belt. The elasticcord must be under the belt. Then, place the guideover the belt, and insert

yellowblue 1-324. Buckle, position and release the safety belt asdescribed in “Rear Seat Outside Passenger Positions”earlier in this section. Make

yellowblue 1-33Lap BeltWhen you sit in the center seating position, you have alap safety belt, which has no retractor. To make the beltlonger, til

yellowblue ivVehicle Damage WarningsAlso, in this book you will find these notices:NOTICE:These mean there is something that coulddamage your vehi

yellowblue 1-34ChildrenEveryone in a vehicle needs protection! That includesinfants and all children smaller than adult size. Neitherthe distance

yellowblue 1-35CAUTION:Smaller children and babies should always berestrained in a child or infant restraint. Theinstructions for the restraint wi

yellowblue 1-36CAUTION:Never hold a baby in your arms while riding in avehicle. A baby doesn’t weigh much -- until acrash. During a crash a baby w

yellowblue 1-37Child RestraintsEvery time infants and young children ride in vehicles, they should have protection provided byappropriate restrain

yellowblue 1-38A rear-facing infant restraint (B) positions an infantto face the rear of the vehicle. Rear-facing infantrestraints are designed fo

yellowblue 1-39A forward-facing child restraint (C-E) positions achild upright to face forward in the vehicle. Theseforward-facing restraints are

yellowblue 1-40A booster seat (F, G) is designed for children whoare about 40 to 60 lbs., or even up to 80 lbs. (18 to 27 kg, or even up to 36 kg)

yellowblue 1-41When choosing a child restraint, be sure the childrestraint is designed to be used in a vehicle. If it is, itwill have a label sayi

yellowblue 1-42Top StrapCanadian law requires that forward-facing childrestraints have a top strap, and that the strap be anchored.If your child r

yellowblue 1-432. Pick up the latch plate, and run the lap and shoulderportions of the vehicle’s safety belt through oraround the restraint. The c

yellowblue vFor example,these symbolsare used on anoriginal battery:CAUTIONPOSSIBLEINJURYPROTECTEYES BYSHIELDINGCAUSTICBATTERYACID COULDCAUSEBURNS

yellowblue 1-445. To tighten the belt, pull up on the shoulder belt whileyou push down on the child restraint. If you’re usinga forward-facing chi

yellowblue 1-451. Make the belt as long as possible by tilting the latchplate and pulling it along the belt.2. Put the restraint on the seat.3. Ru

yellowblue 1-466. Push and pull the child restraint in differentdirections to be sure it is secure.To remove the child restraint, just unbuckle th

yellowblue 1-473. Pick up the latch plate, and run the lap and shoulderportions of the vehicle’s safety belt through oraround the restraint. The c

yellowblue 1-486. To tighten the belt, feed the lap belt back into theretractor while you push down on the child restraint.You may find it helpful

yellowblue 1-49Accident statistics show that children are safer if theyare restrained in the rear seat. But they need to use thesafety belts prope

yellowblue 1-50CAUTION:Never do this.Here a child is sitting in a seat that has alap-shoulder belt, but the shoulder part is behindthe child. If t

yellowblue 1-51Safety Belt ExtenderIf the vehicle’s safety belt will fasten around you, youshould use it.But if a safety belt isn’t long enough to

yellowblue 1-52Replacing Restraint System PartsAfter a CrashIf you’ve had a crash, do you need new belts?After a very minor collision, nothing may

2-yellowblue 2-1Section 2 Features and ControlsHere you can learn about the many standard and optional features on your vehicle, and information o

yellowblue vi✍NOTES

yellowblue 2-2KeysCAUTION:Leaving children in a vehicle with the ignitionkey is dangerous for many reasons. A child orothers could be badly injure

yellowblue 2-3The ignition key is for theignition only.The door key is for thedoors and all other locks.When a new vehicle is delivered, the deale

yellowblue 2-4Door LocksCAUTION:Unlocked doors can be dangerous.Passengers -- especially children -- can easilyopen the doors and fall out. When a

yellowblue 2-5Power Door LocksWith power door locks, youcan lock or unlock all doorsof your vehicle from thedriver or front passengerdoor lock swi

yellowblue 2-6Mode 2: All doors automatically lock when shifted outof PARK (P). Only the driver’s door automaticallyunlocks when shifted into PARK

yellowblue 2-7Personalization ProgrammingThe delayed locking feature can be turned on or off foreach driver’s remote lock control transmitter.To t

yellowblue 2-8To Open a Rear Door When the Security Lock is On1. Unlock the door fromthe inside, or from theoutside using the remotelock control o

yellowblue 2-9Anti-Lockout FeatureThe power door locks will not work if the key is left in the ignition with the driver’s door open. You canoverri

yellowblue 2-10This system has a range of about 3 feet (1 m) up to 30 feet (9 m). At times you may notice a decrease inrange. This is normal for a

yellowblue 2-11Personalization FeaturesThe following list of features that are available on yourvehicle can be programmed to the driver’s preferen

1-yellowblue 1-1Section 1 Seats and Restraint SystemsHere you’ll find information about the seats in your vehicle and how to use your safety belts

yellowblue 2-12Vehicles are delivered programmed in Mode 5. Tochange to another mode:1. Turn the ignition key to OFF.2. Press and hold the lock po

yellowblue 2-13NOTICE:When replacing the battery, use care not to touch any of the circuitry. Static from your body transferred to these surfaces

yellowblue 2-14TrunkCAUTION:It can be dangerous to drive with the trunk lidopen because carbon monoxide (CO) gas cancome into your vehicle. You ca

yellowblue 2-15Remote Trunk Release LockoutThe trunk release lockoutswitch in the glove boxallows you to secure itemsin the trunk.Move the trunk r

yellowblue 2-16Parking LotsIf you park in a lot where someone will be watchingyour vehicle, it’s best to lock it up and take your keys.But what if

yellowblue 2-17If the SECURITY light comes on for one minute and thenshuts off while the ignition is on, the security system hasdetected a problem

yellowblue 2-18PASS-Key IIYour vehicle is equippedwith the PASS-Key II(Personalized AutomotiveSecurity System)theft-deterrent system.PASS-Key II

yellowblue 2-19See your dealer or a locksmith who can service thePASS-Key II to have a new key made.If you’re ever driving and the SECURITY light

yellowblue 2-20Ignition PositionsCAUTION:Leaving children in a vehicle with the ignitionkey is dangerous for many reasons. A child orothers could

yellowblue 2-21RUN (D): This is the position the switch returns to afteryou start your engine and release the switch. This is theposition for driv

yellowblue 1-2Seats and Seat ControlsThis part tells you about the seats -- how to adjust them,and also about reclining seatbacks and head restrai

yellowblue 2-22NOTICE:Don’t try to shift to PARK (P) if your vehicle ismoving. If you do, you could damage thetransaxle. Shift to PARK (P) only wh

yellowblue 2-23Engine Coolant Heater (Option)In very cold weather, 0 F (-18 C) or colder, the enginecoolant heater can help. You’ll get easier sta

yellowblue 2-24Automatic Transaxle OperationThere are several different positions for your shift lever.PARK (P): This position locks your front wh

yellowblue 2-25REVERSE (R): Use this gear to back up.NOTICE:Shifting to REVERSE (R) while your vehicle is moving forward could damage your transax

yellowblue 2-26AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE ( ): This position is for normal driving. If you need more power for passing,and you’re:Going less than approxi

yellowblue 2-27Press the button on your shift lever so that it’s either inthe NORMAL or POWER position. When it’s in theNORMAL position, the line

yellowblue 2-28Shifting Into PARK (P)CAUTION:It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle ifthe shift lever is not fully in PARK (P) with thepar

yellowblue 2-29Leaving Your Vehicle With the Engine RunningCAUTION:It can be dangerous to leave your vehicle with theengine running. Your vehicle

yellowblue 2-30Shifting Out of PARK (P)CAUTION:Before shifting out of PARK (P) you must fullyapply your regular brakes. Your vehicle can roll.If y

yellowblue 2-31Parking Over Things That BurnCAUTION:Things that can burn could touch hot exhaustparts under your vehicle and ignite. Don’t parkove

yellowblue 1-3Power Lumbar ControlThe power lumbar controls are located on the driver’sand passenger’s door panels.The rear lumbar control adjusts

yellowblue 2-32Running Your Engine While You’re ParkedIt’s better not to park with the engine running. But if youever have to, here are some thing

yellowblue 2-33WindowsPower WindowsSwitches on the driver’s armrest control each of thewindows while the ignition is on or retained accessorypower

yellowblue 2-34Tilt WheelA tilt steering wheel allows you to adjust the steeringwheel before you drive.You can also raise it to the highest level

yellowblue 2-35Turn and Lane Change SignalsThe turn signal has two upward (for right) and twodownward (for left) positions. These positions allow

yellowblue 2-36Headlamps Turn the band to this symbol to turn on:Parking LampsSidemarker LampsTaillampsInstrument Panel LightsLicense Plate LampsT

yellowblue 2-37Lamps On ReminderIf the headlamp switch is left on you’ll hear a warningchime when you turn the ignition off, remove the keyfrom th

yellowblue 2-38You can set the wiper speed for a long or short delaybetween wiper cycles. This can be very useful in lightrain or snow. Push the l

yellowblue 2-39Cruise ControlWith cruise control, you can maintain a speed of about25 mph (40 km/h) or more without keeping your foot onthe accele

yellowblue 2-401. Move the cruise control switch to ON.2. Get up to the speed you want.3. Push in the button at the end of the lever and releaseit

yellowblue 2-41Resuming a Set SpeedSetting the cruise control at a desired speed and thenapplying the brake will end the cruise control function.O