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The 1999 Oldsmobile Intrigue Owners Manual
1-1 Seats and Restraint Systems
This section tells you how to use your seats and safety belts properly. It also explains the “SRS” system.
2-1 Features and Controls
This section explains how to start and operate your vehicle.
3-1 Comfort Controls and Audio Systems
This section tells you how to adjust the ventilation and comfort controls and how to operate your audio system.
4-1 Your Driving and the Road
Here you’ll find helpful information and tips about the road and how to drive under different conditions.
5-1 Problems on the Road
This section tells you what to do if you have a problem while driving, such as a flat tire or overheated engine, etc.
6-1 Service and Appearance Care
Here the manual tells you how to keep your vehicle running properly and looking good.
7-1 Maintenance Schedule
This section tells you when to perform vehicle maintenance and what fluids and lubricants to use.
8-1 Customer Assistance Information
This section tells you how to contact Oldsmobile for assistance and how to get service and owner publications.
It also gives you information on “Reporting Safety Defects” on page 8
-10.
9-1 Index
Here’s an alphabetical listing of almost every subject in this manual. You can use it to quickly find
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Summary of Contents

Page 1

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

Page 2 - French Language Manual:

yellowblue 1-4But don’t have a seatback reclined if your vehicle is moving.CAUTION:Sitting in a reclined position when your vehicle isin motion ca

Page 3 - Safety Warnings and Symbols

yellowblue 2-40Illumination on Door Handle ActivationIllumination on Door Handle Activation is a standardfeature intended to provide enhanced secu

Page 4 - Vehicle Damage Warnings

yellowblue 2-41Exit IlluminationTo see better when exiting your vehicle at night, yourvehicle is equipped with an Exit Illumination feature.The in

Page 5 - Vehicle Symbols

yellowblue 2-42Electrochromic Day/Night Rearview Mirrorwith Compass and Map Lamps (If Equipped)Your vehicle may have an automatic electrochromicda

Page 6

yellowblue 2-43Compass CalibrationTo place the compass into calibration mode, press bothmap lamp buttons and hold for over eight seconds until the

Page 7

yellowblue 2-44Power Outside MirrorsThe power mirror control isnear the driver’s window,on the armrest.Switch the upper control to the left to adj

Page 8 - Seats and Seat Controls

yellowblue 2-45Rear Console CupholdersThe cupholders are located in the rear of the frontconsole. Pull down to use the cupholders.Center ConsoleTo

Page 9 - Reclining Front Seatbacks

yellowblue 2-46Sun VisorsTo block out the glare, you can swing down the visors.You can also swing them from front to side.Visor Vanity MirrorsOpen

Page 10 - CAUTION:

yellowblue 2-47To open the power sunroof, press the rear of the switchonce and the power sunroof will fully open. This is theexpress-open feature.

Page 11

yellowblue 2-48The Instrument Panel -- Your Information System

Page 12

yellowblue 2-49Your instrument panel is designed to let you know at a glance how your vehicle is running. You’ll know how fastyou’re going, about

Page 13 - Why Safety Belts Work

yellowblue 1-5Head RestraintsSlide the head restraint up or down so that the top of therestraint is closest to the top of your ears. This position

Page 14

yellowblue 2-50Instrument Panel Cluster3800 V6 Engine shown, 3.5L Similar

Page 15

yellowblue 2-51Your instrument panel cluster includes indicator warning lights and gages that are explained on thefollowing pages.Speedometer/Odom

Page 16 - -- and the Answers

yellowblue 2-52Trip OdometerYour trip odometer (trip mode) tells you how far youhave driven since you last reset it. To set it to zero, pressand h

Page 17 - Driver Position

yellowblue 2-53Warning Lights, Gages and IndicatorsThis part describes the warning lights and gages thatmay be on your vehicle. The pictures will

Page 18

yellowblue 2-54This light will come onwhen you start your engine,and it will flash for a fewseconds. Then the lightshould go out. This meansthe sy

Page 19

yellowblue 2-55If the light comes on while you are driving, pull off theroad and stop carefully. You may notice that the pedal isharder to push. O

Page 20 - Q: What’s wrong with this?

yellowblue 2-56The anti-lock brake system warning light should comeon briefly when you turn the ignition key to ON. If thelight doesn’t come on th

Page 21

yellowblue 2-57Enhanced Traction System Warning Light(3800 V6 Engine)If the warning light stayson, or comes on whenyou’re driving, there may be a

Page 22

yellowblue 2-58Low Traction LightWhen your anti-lock systemis adjusting brake pressureto help avoid a braking skid,this light will come on(3800 V6

Page 23

yellowblue 2-59Low Coolant Warning LightIf this light comes on, your system is low oncoolant and the engine may overheat.See “Engine Coolant” in t

Page 24 - -shoulder belt, and

yellowblue 1-6CAUTION:It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area,inside or outside of a vehicle. In a collision,people riding in these area

Page 25

yellowblue 2-60NOTICE:If you keep driving your vehicle with this lighton, after a while, your emission controls may notwork as well, your fuel eco

Page 26

yellowblue 2-61If the light stops flashing and remains on steady, see “Ifthe Light Is On Steady” following.If the light continues to flash, when i

Page 27

yellowblue 2-62If none of the above steps have made the light turn off,have your dealer or qualified service center check thevehicle. Your dealer

Page 28 - How the Air Bag System Works

yellowblue 2-63Low Oil Level LightYour engine is equippedwith an oil level monitoringsystem. When the ignition isturned to ON, the LOWOIL level li

Page 29

yellowblue 2-64Cruise LightThe CRUISE light comeson whenever you set yourcruise control. See “CruiseControl” in the Index.Low Washer Fluid LightTh

Page 30

yellowblue 2-65The gage pointer may move while cornering, brakingor speeding up.The gage may not indicate E (EMPTY) when theignition is turned off

Page 31 - -- or if water enters

yellowblue 2-66✍NOTES

Page 32 - Rear Seat Passengers

3-yellowblue 3-1Section 3 Comfort ControlsIn this section, you’ll find out how to operate the comfort control and audio systems offered with your

Page 33

yellowblue 3-2Comfort ControlsAir Conditioning with Electronic ControlsWith this system, you can control the heating, coolingand ventilation in yo

Page 34

yellowblue 3-3automatically in this setting unless the outsidetemperature is below 40 F (4.5 C). (Even when thecompressor is running, you can cont

Page 35 - Children and Small Adults

yellowblue 1-7Why 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

Page 36

yellowblue 3-4HeatingOn cold days use FLOOR and the outside air buttonpushed in with the temperature knob all the way in thered area. The system w

Page 37

yellowblue 3-5Driver Temperature KnobThe left (DRIVER) knob sets the temperature for theentire system when the right (PASS) knob is in the centero

Page 38 - Center Passenger Position

yellowblue 3-6Fan ButtonThe button below the display is used to manuallyselect the force of air you want. The display will showthe fan speed. Fan

Page 39 - Children

yellowblue 3-7Air ConditioningOn very hot days, open the windows long enough to lethot, inside air escape. This reduces the time thecompressor has

Page 40

yellowblue 3-8Rear Window DefoggerThe rear window defoggeruses a warming grid toremove fog from the rearwindow. Press the button toturn the defogg

Page 41

yellowblue 3-9Your vehicle’s flow-through ventilation system suppliesoutside air into the vehicle when it is moving. Outsideair will also enter th

Page 42 - Child Restraints

yellowblue 3-10AM-FM Stereo with Cassette Tape Playerand Automatic Tone ControlPlaying the RadioPWR-VOL: Press this knob to turn the system on and

Page 43 - -facing infant

yellowblue 3-11PUSHBUTTONS: The five numbered pushbuttons letyou return to your favorite stations. You can set up to 15 stations (five AM, five FM

Page 44 - -facing child seat

yellowblue 3-12Adjusting the SpeakersBAL: Press this knob lightly so it extends. Turn the knob to move the sound to the left or rightspeakers. The

Page 45 - -only belts;

yellowblue 3-13REV (1): Press this button to reverse the tape rapidly.Press it again to return to playing speed. The radio willplay the last selec

Page 46

yellowblue 1-8Get it up to speed. Then stop the vehicle. The riderdoesn’t stop.The person keeps going until stopped by something.In a real vehicle

Page 47 - -facing child

yellowblue 3-14AM-FM Stereo with Cassette Tape andCompact Disc Player with Automatic ToneControl (If Equipped)If your vehicle is equipped with the

Page 48 - Outside Seat Position

yellowblue 3-15SCAN: Press this button and release it to listen tostations for a few seconds. The radio will go to a station,stop for a few second

Page 49

yellowblue 3-16TONE: This feature allows you to choose preset bassand treble equalization settings designed for jazz, vocal,pop, rock and classica

Page 50 - Rear Seat Position

yellowblue 3-17If E and a number appear on the radio display and thetape won’t play because of an error, it could be that:E10: The tape is tight a

Page 51

yellowblue 3-18AM-FM: Press this button to play the radio when a tape is in the player. The tape will stop but remain in the player.TAPE-CD: Press

Page 52

yellowblue 3-19If any error occurs repeatedly or if an error can’t becorrected, please contact your dealer. If your radiodisplays an error number,

Page 53

yellowblue 3-20Trunk-Mounted CD Changer (Option)With the optional compact disc changer, you can play upto 12 discs continuously. Normal size discs

Page 54 - Larger Children

yellowblue 3-21Close 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

Page 55

yellowblue 3-22If the error occurred while trying to play a CD in thecompact disc player or changer, the following conditionsmay have caused the e

Page 56

yellowblue 3-23SEEK: Press the SEEK down arrow while playing a CDto go back to the start of the current track if more thaneight seconds have playe

Page 57 - After a Crash

yellowblue 1-9or the instrument panel ... or the safety belts!With safety belts, you slow down as the vehicle does.You get more time to stop. You

Page 58

yellowblue 3-24Activating the Theft-Deterrent FeatureThe instructions which follow explain how to enter yoursecret code to activate the THEFTLOCK

Page 59

yellowblue 3-25If you enter the wrong code eight times, INOP willappear on the display. You will have to wait an hourwith the ignition on before y

Page 60

yellowblue 3-26Audio Steering Wheel Controls (If Equipped)If your vehicle has thisfeature, you cancontrol certain radiofunctions using thebuttons

Page 61

yellowblue 3-27Tips About Your Audio SystemHearing damage from loud noise is almost undetectableuntil it is too late. Your hearing can adapt to hi

Page 62

yellowblue 3-28Care of Your Cassette Tape PlayerA tape player that is not cleaned regularly can causereduced sound quality, ruined cassettes or a

Page 63 - -800-268-6800)

yellowblue 3-29Care of Your Compact DiscsHandle discs carefully. Store them in their original casesor other protective cases and away from direct

Page 64 - Door Locks

yellowblue 3-30✍NOTES

Page 65 - Last Door Closed Locking

yellowblue 3-31✍NOTES

Page 66

yellowblue 3-32✍NOTES

Page 67 - Locks (ADL)

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

Page 68 - Lockout Prevention

yellowblue 1-10Here Are Questions Many People AskAbout Safety Belts -- and the AnswersQ:Won’t I be trapped in the vehicle after anaccident if I’m

Page 69 - -210 of Industry Canada

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

Page 70 - Operation

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

Page 71

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)

Page 72 - Battery Replacement

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

Page 73 - Trunk Lid

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.

Page 74

yellowblue 4-7Avoid needless heavy braking. Some people drive inspurts -- heavy acceleration followed by heavy braking -- rather than keeping pace

Page 75 - New Vehicle “Break-In”

yellowblue 4-8Here’s how anti-lock works. Let’s say the road is wet.You’re driving safely. Suddenly an animal jumps out infront of you.You slam on

Page 76 - Ignition Positions

yellowblue 4-9Remember: Anti-lock doesn’t change the time you needto get your foot up to the brake pedal or always decreasestopping distance. If y

Page 77 - Starting Your Engine

yellowblue 4-10This warning light willcome on to let you know ifthere’s a problem with yourtraction control system.See “Traction Control System Wa

Page 78

yellowblue 4-11The Enhanced Traction System operates in all transaxleshift lever positions. But the system can upshift thetransaxle only as high a

Page 79

yellowblue 1-11How to Wear Safety Belts ProperlyAdultsThis part is only for people of adult size.Be aware that there are special things to know ab

Page 80

yellowblue 4-12SteeringPower SteeringIf you lose power steering assist because the enginestops or the system is not functioning, you can steer but

Page 81 - Automatic Transaxle Operation

yellowblue 4-13If you need to reduce your speed as you approach acurve, do it before you enter the curve, while your frontwheels are straight ahea

Page 82

yellowblue 4-14Off-Road RecoveryYou may find that your right wheels have dropped offthe edge of a road onto the shoulder while you’re driving.If t

Page 83

yellowblue 4-15Do not get too close to the vehicle you want to passwhile you’re awaiting an opportunity. For one thing,following too closely reduc

Page 84 - Parking Brake

yellowblue 4-16Loss of ControlLet’s review what driving experts say about whathappens when the three control systems (brakes, steeringand accelera

Page 85 - Shifting Into PARK (P)

yellowblue 4-17Driving at NightNight driving is more dangerous than day driving. One reason is that some drivers are likely to be impaired -- by a

Page 86

yellowblue 4-18Night VisionNo one can see as well at night as in the daytime. But aswe get older these differences increase. A 50-year-olddriver m

Page 87 - Shifting Out of Park (P)

yellowblue 4-19Driving in Rain and on Wet RoadsRain and wet roads can mean driving trouble. On a wetroad, you can’t stop, accelerate or turn as we

Page 88 - Engine Exhaust

yellowblue 4-20Driving too fast through large water puddles or evengoing through some car washes can cause problems, too.The water may affect your

Page 89 - You’re Parked

yellowblue 4-21Hydroplaning usually happens at higher speeds. Therejust isn’t a hard and fast rule about hydroplaning. Thebest advice is to slow d

Page 90 - Full Floating Horn

yellowblue 1-124. Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks.Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure. If the belt isn’t lon

Page 91 - Tilt Wheel

yellowblue 4-22Here are ways to increase your safety in city driving:Know the best way to get to where you are going.Get a city map and plan your

Page 92

yellowblue 4-23At the entrance, there is usually a ramp that leads to thefreeway. If you have a clear view of the freeway as youdrive along the en

Page 93 - Windshield Wipers

yellowblue 4-24Here are some things you can check before a trip:Windshield Washer Fluid: Is the reservoir full? Areall windows clean inside and ou

Page 94

yellowblue 4-25Hill and Mountain RoadsDriving on steep hills or mountains is different fromdriving in flat or rolling terrain.If you drive regular

Page 95

yellowblue 4-26CAUTION:Coasting downhill in NEUTRAL (N) or with theignition off is dangerous. Your brakes will have todo all the work of slowing d

Page 96

yellowblue 4-27Winter DrivingHere are some tips for winter driving:Have your vehicle in good shape for winter.You may want to put winter emergency

Page 97 - Exterior Lamps

yellowblue 4-28Driving on Snow or IceMost of the time, those places where your tires meet theroad probably have good traction.However, if there is

Page 98 - Fog Lamps

yellowblue 4-29Your anti-lock brakes improve your vehicle’s stabilitywhen you make a hard stop on a slippery road. Eventhough you have the anti-lo

Page 99 - Interior Lamps

yellowblue 4-30If you are stopped by heavy snow, you could be in aserious situation. You should probably stay with yourvehicle unless you know for

Page 100 - Delayed Illumination

yellowblue 4-31CAUTION:Snow can trap exhaust gases under your vehicle.This can cause deadly CO (carbon monoxide) gasto get inside. CO could overco

Page 101 - Battery Saver

yellowblue 1-13Shoulder Belt Height AdjusterBefore you begin to drive, move the shoulder beltadjuster to the height that is right for you.To move

Page 102 - -point compass display in

yellowblue 4-32To tow your vehicle, follow these steps:1. Put the front wheels on a dolly.2. Put the vehicle in PARK (P).3. Set the parking brake

Page 103

yellowblue 4-33The other label is the Certification label, found on therear edge of the driver’s door. It tells you the grossweight capacity of yo

Page 104 - Storage Compartments

yellowblue 4-34CAUTION:Things you put inside your vehicle can strike andinjure people in a sudden stop or turn, or in a crash.Put things in the tr

Page 105 - Center Console

yellowblue 4-35Your vehicle can tow a trailer if it is equipped with theproper trailer towing equipment. To identify what thevehicle trailering ca

Page 106 - Power Sunroof (If Equipped)

yellowblue 4-36Three important considerations have to do with weight:the weight of the trailer,the weight of the trailer tongueand the total weigh

Page 107

yellowblue 4-37If you’re using a weight-carrying hitch, the trailertongue (A) should weigh 10 percent of the total loadedtrailer weight (B). If yo

Page 108 - -- Your Information System

yellowblue 4-38Safety ChainsYou should always attach chains between your vehicleand your trailer. Cross the safety chains under the tongueof the t

Page 109

yellowblue 4-39Backing UpHold the bottom of the steering wheel with one hand.Then, to move the trailer to the left, just move that handto the left

Page 110 - Instrument Panel Cluster

yellowblue 4-40Driving On GradesReduce speed and shift to a lower gear before you startdown a long or steep downgrade. If you don’t shiftdown, you

Page 111 - -resistant odometer

yellowblue 4-41When You Are Ready to Leave AfterParking on a Hill1. Apply your regular brakes and hold the pedal downwhile you:Start your engine;S

Page 112 - Tachometer

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

Page 113 - Air Bag Readiness Light

yellowblue 1-14Q: 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

Page 115

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

Page 116 - (Option With 3.5L V6 Engine)

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

Page 117 - (3800 V6 Engine)

yellowblue 5-3Jump StartingIf your battery has run down, you may want to useanother vehicle and some jumper cables to start yourvehicle. But pleas

Page 118

yellowblue 5-4NOTICE:If the other system isn’t a 12-volt system with anegative ground, both vehicles can be damaged.2. Get the vehicles close enou

Page 119

yellowblue 5-5To uncover the remote positive (+) terminal, squeezethe sides of the red plastic cap and pull the captoward you.CAUTION:Using a matc

Page 120 - -- An emission control system

yellowblue 5-66. Check that the jumper cables don’t have loose ormissing insulation. If they do, you could get a shock.The vehicles could be damag

Page 121 - -up, stalling when you

yellowblue 5-78. Don’t let the other endtouch metal. Connect itto the positive (+)terminal of the goodbattery. Use a remotepositive (+) terminal i

Page 122

yellowblue 5-8A. Heavy Metal Engine PartB. Good BatteryC. Dead BatteryTowing Your VehicleCAUTION:To help avoid serious personal injury to you or o

Page 123 - Security Light

yellowblue 5-9With current trends in automotive styles and design, it isessential that the correct towing equipment is used totow a vehicle. Your

Page 124 - Fuel Gage

yellowblue 1-15Q: 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

Page 125 - Service Vehicle Soon Light

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

Page 126

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

Page 127 - Section 3 Comfort Controls

yellowblue 5-12Cooling SystemWhen you decide it’s safe to lift the hood, here’s whatyou’ll see:3800 V6 EngineA. Coolant Recovery TankB. Electric E

Page 128 - Comfort Controls

yellowblue 5-13CAUTION:An electric engine cooling fan under the hood canstart up even when the engine is not running andcan injure you. Keep hands

Page 129 - -down on very hot days, use

yellowblue 5-14CAUTION:Heater and radiator hoses, and other engineparts, can be very hot. Don’t touch them. If youdo, you can be burned.Don’t run

Page 130

yellowblue 5-15How to Add Coolant to the CoolantRecovery Tank (3800 V6 Engine)If you haven’t found a problem yet, but the coolant levelisn’t at th

Page 131 - Manual Control

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

Page 132

yellowblue 5-17How to Add Coolant to the Radiator (3800 V6 Engine)NOTICE:Your engine has a specific radiator fill procedure.Failure to follow this

Page 133

yellowblue 5-18CAUTION:You can be burned if you spill coolant on hotengine parts. Coolant contains ethylene glycoland it will burn if the engine p

Page 134 - Ventilation System

yellowblue 5-195. Fill the radiator with the proper DEX-COOLcoolant mixture, up to the base of the filler neck.(See “Engine Coolant” in the Index

Page 135 - Audio Systems

yellowblue 1-16Q: 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

Page 136

yellowblue 5-2010. Start the engine and let it run until you can feel theupper radiator hose getting hot. Watch out for theengine cooling fans.11.

Page 137 - -FM to select the band

yellowblue 5-21How to Add Coolant to the Coolant SurgeTank (3.5L Engine)If you haven’t found a problem yet, but the coolant levelisn’t at the FULL

Page 138 - -BIAS appears on the

yellowblue 5-22CAUTION:Adding only plain water to your cooling systemcan be dangerous. Plain water, or some otherliquid like alcohol, can boil bef

Page 139

yellowblue 5-231. You can remove the coolant surge tank pressure capwhen the cooling system, including the coolant surgetank pressure cap and uppe

Page 140

yellowblue 5-244. With the coolant surge tank pressure cap off, start theengine and let it run until you can feel the upperradiator hose getting h

Page 141

yellowblue 5-25If a Tire Goes FlatIt’s unusual for a tire to “blow out” while you’re driving,especially if you maintain your tires properly. If ai

Page 142

yellowblue 5-26The following steps will tell you how to use the jack andchange a tire.Removing the Spare Tire and ToolsThe equipment you’ll needis

Page 143 - -D symbol will appear on

yellowblue 5-27Remove the spare tire. See “Compact Spare Tire” laterin the Index for more information about the compact spare.Turn the nut holding

Page 144

yellowblue 5-28The tools you’ll be using include the jack (A), extensionand protector/guide (B) and wheel wrench (C).Removing the Flat Tire and In

Page 145 - -FM to return to the radio

yellowblue 5-29CAUTION:Getting under a vehicle when it is jacked up isdangerous. If the vehicle slips off the jack, youcould be badly injured or k

Page 146

yellowblue 1-17Q: 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,

Page 147

yellowblue 5-30For jacking at the vehicle’s rear location, put the jacklift head about 6 inches (15 cm) from the front edgeof the rear wheel openi

Page 148

yellowblue 5-314. Remove all wheel nuts and take off the flat tire.5. Remove any rust or dirtfrom the wheel bolts,mounting surfaces andspare wheel

Page 149 - Theft-Deterrent Feature

yellowblue 5-32CAUTION:Rust or dirt on the wheel, or on the parts towhich it is fastened, can make the wheel nutsbecome loose after a time. The wh

Page 150

yellowblue 5-338. Lower the vehicle by turning the jack handlecounterclockwise. Lower the jack completely.9. Tighten the wheel nutsfirmly in a cri

Page 151 - -Deterrent Feature

yellowblue 5-34CAUTION:Incorrect wheel nuts or improperly tightenedwheel nuts can cause the wheel to become looseand even come off. This could lea

Page 152 - Understanding Radio Reception

yellowblue 5-35When storing a full-size tire you must use the extensionto help avoid wheel surface damage. Use the extensionand protector/guide lo

Page 153 - -way radio -- be sure you can

yellowblue 5-361. Retainer2. Cover3. Retainer (position onlyfor full-size spare)4. Tire5. Nut6. Jack7. Wrench8. Lock Nut Tool9. Foam Holder10. Bol

Page 154

yellowblue 5-37Don’t use your compact spare on other vehicles.And don’t mix your compact spare tire or wheel withother wheels or tires. They won’t

Page 155

yellowblue 5-38NOTICE:Spinning your wheels can destroy parts of yourvehicle as well as the tires. If you spin the wheelstoo fast while shifting yo

Page 156

yellowblue 5-39✍NOTES

Page 157

yellowblue 1-18To 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

Page 158

yellowblue 5-40✍NOTES

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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

Page 160 - Defensive Driving

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

Page 161 - Drunken Driving

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

Page 162

yellowblue 6-4If your vehicle is certified to meet California EmissionStandards (indicated on the underhood emission controllabel), it is designed

Page 163 - Control of a Vehicle

yellowblue 6-5To provide cleaner air, all gasolines in the United Statesare now required to contain additives that will helpprevent deposits from

Page 164

yellowblue 6-6Filling Your TankThe cap is behind a hinged door on the left side of yourvehicle. While refueling, hang the cap by the tether fromth

Page 165

yellowblue 6-7If your fuel filler door release won’t operate, there is amanual release tab. The tab is located against the trim onthe driver’s sid

Page 166

yellowblue 6-8CAUTION:If you get gasoline on yourself and thensomething ignites it, you could be badly burned.Gasoline can spray out on you if you

Page 167

yellowblue 6-9Filling a Portable Fuel ContainerCAUTION:Never fill a portable fuel container while it is inyour vehicle. Static electricity dischar

Page 168 - Enhanced Traction System

yellowblue 1-19The best way to protect the fetus is to protect themother. When a safety belt is worn properly, it’s morelikely that the fetus won’

Page 169 - Braking in Emergencies

yellowblue 6-10Hood ReleaseTo open the hood, first pull the handle inside the vehicle.It is located below the instrument panel on the driver’s sid

Page 170 - Steering

yellowblue 6-11When you open the hood of the 3.5L V6 engine, you’ll see:A. Windshield Washer Fluid ReservoirB. BatteryC. Remote Positive (+) Termi

Page 171 - -- steering around

yellowblue 6-12When you open the hood of the 3800 V6 engine, you’ll see:A. Windshield Washer FluidB. BatteryC. Radiator Pressure CapD. Remote Posi

Page 172 - Off-Road Recovery

yellowblue 6-13Before closing the hood, be sure that all the filler capsare on properly. Then pull the hood down and close it firmly.Engine OilIf

Page 173

yellowblue 6-14Checking Engine OilPull out the dipstick and clean it with a paper towel orcloth, then push it back in all the way. Remove it again

Page 174 - Loss of Control

yellowblue 6-15When to Add Engine OilIf the oil is at or below the ADD mark, then you’ll needto add at least one quart of oil. But you must use th

Page 175 - Driving at Night

yellowblue 6-16What Kind of Engine Oil to UseOils recommended for your vehicle can be identified bylooking for the “Starburst” symbol. This symbol

Page 176

yellowblue 6-17As 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

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yellowblue 6-18How to Reset the CHANGE OIL LightAfter changing the engine oil, the system must be reset.To reset the CHANGE OIL light after an oil

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yellowblue 6-192. Lift up on the two clips located on top of the filter cover.3. Disconnect the duct and reposition while removingthe side cover.

Page 179 - City Driving

yellowblue 1-20CAUTION: (Continued)Air bags are “supplemental restraints” to thesafety belts. All air bags -- even Next Generationair bags -- are

Page 180 - Freeway Driving

yellowblue 6-205. Hold the air box cover and air duct assembly up inposition while removing the air filter element fromthe air box.To install the

Page 181 - Before Leaving on a Long Trip

yellowblue 6-21CAUTION:Operating the engine with the air cleaner/filteroff can cause you or others to be burned. The aircleaner not only cleans th

Page 182 - Highway Hypnosis

yellowblue 6-22To change the passenger compartment air filter, use thefollowing steps:1. Turn off the ignition when the windshield wipers arein th

Page 183 - Hill and Mountain Roads

yellowblue 6-23How to CheckBecause this operation can be a little difficult, you may choose to have this done at the dealership service department

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yellowblue 6-24Then, without shutting off the engine, follow these steps:1. The transaxle fluiddipstick is the red loopnear the back of theengine.

Page 185 - Winter Driving

yellowblue 6-25How to Add FluidRefer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine whatkind of transaxle fluid to use. See “RecommendedFluids and Lubri

Page 186 - -- drive with caution

yellowblue 6-26Cooling System Pressure Cap (3.5L V6 Engine)The cooling system pressure cap is located on the surge tank.NOTICE:Your cooling system

Page 187 - -Lock” in the Index

yellowblue 6-27NOTICE:When adding coolant, it is important that you useonly DEX-COOL (silicate-free) coolant.If coolant other than DEX-COOL is ad

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yellowblue 6-28NOTICE:If you use an improper coolant mixture, yourengine could overheat and be badly damaged.The repair cost wouldn’t be covered b

Page 189 - Recreational Vehicle Towing

yellowblue 6-29If this low coolant warninglight comes on and stays on,it means you’re low onengine coolant.Adding CoolantIf you need more coolant,

Page 190 - Loading Your Vehicle

yellowblue 1-21CAUTION:Children who are up against, or very close to, anyair bag when it inflates can be seriously injuredor killed. This is true

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yellowblue 6-30Checking Coolant (3.5L V6 Engine)The coolant surge tank for the 3.5L V6 engine is locatedin the engine compartment toward the rear

Page 192 - Towing a Trailer

yellowblue 6-31Adding CoolantIf you need more coolant, add the proper DEX-COOLcoolant mixture at the surge tank, but only when theengine is cool.C

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yellowblue 6-32How to Check Power Steering FluidWhen the engine compartment is cool, wipe the cap andthe top of the reservoir clean, then unscrew

Page 194 - Weight of the Trailer Tongue

yellowblue 6-33Windshield Washer FluidWhat to UseWhen you need windshield washer fluid, be sure to readthe manufacturer’s instructions before use.

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yellowblue 6-34NOTICE:When using concentrated washer fluid,follow the manufacturer’s instructions foradding water.Don’t mix water with ready-to-us

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yellowblue 6-35There are only two reasons why the brake fluid level inthe reservoir might go down. The first is that the brakefluid goes down to a

Page 197 - Making Turns

yellowblue 6-36NOTICE:Using the wrong fluid can badly damagebrake system parts. For example, just a fewdrops of mineral-based oil, such as engineo

Page 198

yellowblue 6-37Brake linings should always be replaced as completeaxle sets.See “Brake System Inspection” in Section 7 of thismanual under Part C

Page 199 - Parking on a Hill

yellowblue 6-38CAUTION:Batteries have acid that can burn you and gasthat can explode. You can be badly hurt if youaren’t careful. See “Jump Starti

Page 200

yellowblue 6-392. Pull straight up on the two headlamp retainers torelease the assembly locator tabs and take theretainers off. At the same time,

Page 201

yellowblue 1-22How 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

Page 202 - Other Warning Devices

yellowblue 6-404. Remove the rubber access cover from behind thebulb you are replacing.5. Twist and turn the bulb socket counterclockwise andremov

Page 203 - Jump Starting

yellowblue 6-41Headlamp AimingYour vehicle has a headlamp system equipped withhorizontal and vertical aim indicators. The aim has beenpre-set at t

Page 204

yellowblue 6-42A. Horizontal aim adjustment screwB. Vertical aim adjustment screwStart with the horizontal aim. The adjustment screws canbe turned

Page 205

yellowblue 6-43Front Parking, Sidemarker and Turn SignalCornering Lamp1. Remove the headlamp assembly. Refer to theremoval procedure earlier in th

Page 206

yellowblue 6-444. Place the new bulb into the socket.5. Turn the bulb one-quarter of a turn clockwise to replace.6. Close the trunk.Tail/Stop/Turn

Page 207 - -) terminal

yellowblue 6-456. Pull out the bulb socket.7. Pull the bulb out of the socket. (There are fourbulbs on each taillamp.)8. Push in a new bulb.9. Rep

Page 208 - Towing Your Vehicle

yellowblue 6-46TiresYour new vehicle comes with high-quality tires made bya leading tire manufacturer. If you ever have questionsabout your tire w

Page 209 - Engine Overheating

yellowblue 6-47NOTICE:Don’t let anyone tell you that underinflation oroverinflation is all right. It’s not. If your tiresdon’t have enough air (un

Page 210

yellowblue 6-48When rotating your tires, always use the correct rotationpattern shown here.Don’t include the compact spare tire in your tire rotat

Page 211 - -- DRIVE (D) or THIRD (3)

yellowblue 6-49When It’s Time for New TiresOne way to tell when it’stime for new tires is tocheck the treadwearindicators, which willappear when y

Page 212 - Cooling System

yellowblue 1-23CAUTION:If something is between an occupant and an airbag, the bag might not inflate properly or itmight force the object into that

Page 213

yellowblue 6-50CAUTION:Mixing tires could cause you to lose control whiledriving. If you mix tires of different sizes or types(radial and bias-bel

Page 214

yellowblue 6-51TreadwearThe treadwear grade is a comparative rating based onthe wear rate of the tire when tested under controlledconditions on a

Page 215

yellowblue 6-52Wheel Alignment and Tire BalanceThe wheels on your vehicle were aligned and balancedcarefully at the factory to give you the longes

Page 216

yellowblue 6-53Used Replacement WheelsCAUTION:Putting a used wheel on your vehicle isdangerous. You can’t know how it’s been used orhow far it’s b

Page 217

yellowblue 6-54Appearance CareRemember, cleaning products can be hazardous. Someare toxic. Others can burst into flame if you strike amatch or get

Page 218

yellowblue 6-55Here are some cleaning tips:Always read the instructions on the cleaner label.Clean up stains as soon as you can -- before they set

Page 219

yellowblue 6-56Cleaning 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

Page 220 - -COOL coolant mixture

yellowblue 6-57Cleaning Glass SurfacesGlass should be cleaned often. GM Glass Cleaner or aliquid household glass cleaner will remove normaltobacco

Page 221

yellowblue 6-58Don’t wash your vehicle in the direct rays of the sun.Use a car washing soap. Don’t use strong soaps orchemical detergents. Be sure

Page 222

yellowblue 6-59Cleaning Aluminum Wheels (If Equipped)Keep your wheels clean using a soft clean cloth withmild soap and water. Rinse with clean wat

Page 223 - -quarter turn and

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

Page 224

yellowblue 1-24How does an air bag restrain?In moderate to severe frontal or near-frontal collisions,even belted occupants can contact the steerin

Page 225 - Changing a Flat Tire

yellowblue 6-60Underbody MaintenanceChemicals used for ice and snow removal and dustcontrol can collect on the underbody. If these are notremoved,

Page 226

yellowblue 6-61GM Vehicle Care/Appearance MaterialsPART NUMBER SIZE DESCRIPTION USAGE994954 23 in. x 25 in. Polishing Cloth – Wax Treated Exterior

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yellowblue 6-62Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)This is the legal identifier for your vehicle. It appears ona plate in the front corner of the i

Page 228 - Spare Tire

yellowblue 6-63Electrical SystemAdd-On Electrical EquipmentNOTICE:Don’t add anything electrical to your vehicleunless you check with your dealer f

Page 229

yellowblue 6-64Instrument Panel Fuse BlockThese fuses are located in a fuse block on thepassenger’s side of the instrument panel. Pull off therigh

Page 230

yellowblue 6-65Fuse DescriptionHEATEDMIRRORHeated Outside Rearview MirrorsIGN 0:CLUSTERPCM, & BCMInstrument Panel Cluster,Powertrain Control M

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yellowblue 6-66Fuse DescriptionSTOP LAMPS Stoplamps SwitchDOOR LOCKS Door Lock Relays (Internal toBody Control Module) andExternal Driver Door Loc

Page 232

yellowblue 6-67Underhood Electrical Center -- Passenger’s SideSome fuses are in the underhood electrical center on thepassenger’s side of the engi

Page 233

yellowblue 6-68Fuse Description5 Ignition Switch, Brake Transaxle ShiftInterlock, Stoplamps, Anti-Lock BrakeSystem, Turn Signals, Cluster, Air Bag

Page 234

yellowblue 6-69 Fuse Description27 Horn28 Fuel Injector (3800 V6 Engine Only) Fuel Injector, Electronic Ignition (3.5L V6 Engine Only)29 Oxygen Se

Page 235

yellowblue 1-25Your vehicle is equipped with a crash sensing anddiagnostic module, which records information aboutthe air bag system. The module r

Page 236 - Compact Spare Tire

yellowblue 6-70Capacities and SpecificationsPlease refer to “Recommended Fluids and Lubricants”in the Index for more information.Automatic Transax

Page 237 - Ice or Snow

yellowblue 6-71Air Conditioning RefrigerantsNot all air conditioning refrigerants are the same. If the air conditioning system in your vehicle nee

Page 238

yellowblue 6-72✍NOTES

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

Page 240

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

Page 241

yellowblue 7-3CAUTION:Performing maintenance work on a vehicle canbe dangerous. In trying to do some jobs, you canbe seriously injured. Do your ow

Page 242 - Doing Your Own Service Work

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

Page 243

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

Page 244 - -enhancing additive

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

Page 245 - Fuels in Foreign Countries

yellowblue Scheduled Maintenance7-730,000 Miles (50 000 km)Check Oil Life Monitor. If engine oil and filter are changed, reset monitor. See “Engin

Page 246 - Filling Your Tank

yellowblue 1-26CAUTION:For up to 10 minutes after the ignition key isturned off and the battery is disconnected, an airbag can still inflate durin

Page 247

Scheduled Maintenanceyellowblue 7-845,000 Miles (75 000 km)Check Oil Life Monitor. If engine oil and filter are changed, reset monitor. See “Engin

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yellowblue Scheduled Maintenance7-952,500 Miles (87 500 km)Check Oil Life Monitor. If engine oil and filter are changed, reset monitor. See “Engin

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Scheduled Maintenanceyellowblue 7-1067,500 Miles (112 500 km)Check Oil Life Monitor. If engine oil and filter are changed, reset monitor. See “Eng

Page 250 - Hood Release

yellowblue Scheduled Maintenance7-1182,500 Miles (137 500 km)Check Oil Life Monitor. If engine oil and filter are changed, reset monitor. See “Eng

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Scheduled Maintenanceyellowblue 7-1297,500 Miles (162 500 km)Check Oil Life Monitor. If engine oil and filter are changed, reset monitor. See “Eng

Page 252

yellowblue Scheduled Maintenance7-13150,000 Miles (240 000 km)Drain, flush and refill cooling system (or every 60 months since last service,whiche

Page 253 - Engine Oil

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

Page 254 - Checking Engine Oil

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

Page 255 - When to Add Engine Oil

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

Page 256

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

Page 257

yellowblue 1-271. Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you.Don’t let it get twisted.The shoulder belt may lock if you pull the belt ac

Page 258 - Engine Air Cleaner/Filter

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

Page 259

yellowblue 7-19Part D: Recommended Fluids and LubricantsNOTE: Fluids and lubricants identified below by name,part number or specification may be o

Page 260

yellowblue 7-20Part E: Maintenance RecordAfter the scheduled services are performed, record thedate, odometer reading and who performed the servic

Page 261

yellowblue 7-21Maintenance RecordDATEODOMETERREADINGSERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED

Page 262 - Automatic Transaxle Fluid

yellowblue 7-22Maintenance RecordDATEODOMETERREADINGSERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED

Page 263 - -- especially in hot weather

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

Page 264 - -hatched area

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

Page 265 - Radiator Pressure Cap

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

Page 266 - Engine Coolant

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

Page 267

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

Page 268

yellowblue 1-28The 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

Page 269

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

Page 270

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

Page 271 - Power Steering Fluid

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

Page 272 - What to Use

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

Page 273 - Windshield Washer Fluid

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

Page 274 - Brake Fluid

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

Page 275

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

Page 276

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

Page 277

yellowblue 8-14✍NOTES

Page 278 - Bulb Replacement

9-yellowblue 9-1Section 9 IndexAccessory Power Outlet 2-46. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Adding Equipment to the Outside of you

Page 279

yellowblue 1-29Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides forChildren and Small AdultsRear shoulder belt comfort guides will provide addedsafety belt comfort

Page 280

yellowblue 9-2Brake (Continued)Parking 2-24. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Pedal Travel 6-37. . . . . .

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yellowblue 9-3Tires 6-59. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Vinyl 6-56. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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yellowblue 9-4Driving (Continued)In the Rain 4-19. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Night 4-17. . . . . . . . . .

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yellowblue 9-5Foreign Countries, Fuel 6-5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . French Language Manual ii. . . . . . . . . . . . .

Page 284 - Tail/Stop/Turn Signal lamp

yellowblue 9-6Inflation, Tire 6-46. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Inside Day/Night Rearview Mirror 2-41. . . .

Page 285

yellowblue 9-7Oil Warning 2-62. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Safety Belt Reminder 1-6, 2-53. . . . . . . . . .

Page 286

yellowblue 9-8Overheating Engine 5-9. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Owner Checks and Services 7-14. . . . . . . . . .

Page 287 - Tire Inspection and Rotation

yellowblue 9-9ReplacementBulbs 6-69. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Parts 6-71. . . . . . . . . . . . .

Page 288

yellowblue 9-10Service 6-2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Bulletins, Ordering 8-12. . . . . . . .

Page 289 - -season tread

yellowblue 9-11Tire Loading 4-32. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Tire-Loading Information Label 4-32. . . . .

Page 290

yellowblue 1-302. Slide the guide under and past the belt. The elasticcord must be under the belt. Then, place the guideover the belt, and insert

Page 291 - -- A, B, C

yellowblue 9-12Underbody Flushing Service 7-17. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Underbody Maintenance 6-60. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Page 292

yellowblue 1-314. Buckle, position and release the safety belt asdescribed in “Rear Seat Outside Passenger Positions”earlier in this section. Make

Page 293

yellowblue 1-32Center Passenger PositionLap BeltWhen you sit in the center seating position, you have alap safety belt, which has no retractor. To

Page 294 - Appearance Care

yellowblue 1-33To make the belt shorter, pull its free end as shown untilthe belt is snug.Buckle, position and release it the same way as the lapp

Page 295

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

Page 296 - Care of Safety Belts

yellowblue 1-34CAUTION:Smaller children and babies should always berestrained in a child or infant restraint. Theinstructions for the restraint wi

Page 297 - Weatherstrips

yellowblue 1-35CAUTION: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

Page 298

yellowblue 1-36Child RestraintsEvery time infants and young children ride in vehicles, they should have protection provided byappropriate restrain

Page 299 - -plated wheels

yellowblue 1-37A rear-facing infant restraint (B) positions an infantto face the rear of the vehicle. Rear-facing infantrestraints are designed fo

Page 300 - Chemical Paint Spotting

yellowblue 1-38A forward-facing child restraint (C-E) positions achild upright to face forward in the vehicle. Theseforward-facing restraints are

Page 301

yellowblue 1-39A 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)

Page 302 - Engine Identification

yellowblue 1-40When choosing a child restraint, be sure the childrestraint is designed to be used in a vehicle. If it is, itwill have a label sayi

Page 303 - Electrical System

yellowblue 1-41Top StrapCanadian law requires that forward-facing childrestraints have a top strap, and that the strap be anchored.If your child r

Page 304 - -- Instrument Panel

yellowblue 1-42Securing a Child Restraint in a RearOutside Seat PositionYou’ll be using the lap-shoulder belt. See the earlier partabout the top s

Page 305 - -- Electronic Brake Control

yellowblue 1-434. Pull the rest of the shoulder belt all the way out ofthe retractor to set the lock.5. To tighten the belt, feed the shoulder bel

Page 306 - -- Front Parking

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

Page 307 - -- Passenger’s Side

yellowblue 1-44To remove the child restraint, just unbuckle the vehicle’ssafety belt and let it go back all the way. The safety beltwill move free

Page 308 - -Lock Brake System

yellowblue 1-454. Buckle the belt. Make sure the release button ispositioned so you would be able to unbuckle thesafety belt quickly if you ever h

Page 309 - Replacement Bulbs

yellowblue 1-46Securing a Child Restraint in the RightFront Seat PositionYour vehicle has a right front passenger air bag. Neverput a rear-facing

Page 310 - Capacities and Specifications

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

Page 311 - Replacement Parts

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

Page 312

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

Page 313

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

Page 314 - Introduction

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

Page 315

yellowblue 1-52✍NOTES

Page 316 - Services

yellowblue 1-53✍NOTES

Page 319 - 37,500 Miles (62 500 km)

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

Page 320 - 50,000 Miles (83 000 km)

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

Page 321 - 60,000 Miles (100 000 km)

yellowblue 2-3Your vehicle comes with two master keys and one sparekey. The master key can be used for the ignition, as wellas all door locks, tru

Page 322 - 75,000 Miles (125 000 km)

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

Page 323 - 90,000 Miles (150 000 km)

yellowblue 2-5The rear doors do not have power door lock switches.The manual lever on each front and rear door worksonly on that door’s lock. It w

Page 324 - 100,000 Miles (166 000 km)

yellowblue 2-6If the driver wishes to let the Last Door Closed Lockingfeature complete the locking of the vehicle, noadditional action is required

Page 325 - 150,000 Miles (240 000 km)

yellowblue 2-7Programmable Automatic Power DoorLocks (ADL)Programmable Automatic Power Door Locks is astandard feature intended to provide enhance

Page 326 - At Least Once a Month

yellowblue 2-8Rear Security LocksYour vehicle is equippedwith rear door securitylocks that help preventpassengers from openingthe rear doors of yo

Page 327 - At Least Once a Year

yellowblue 2-9Keyless Entry System (If Equipped)If your vehicle is equipped you can lock and unlockyour doors or unlock your trunk from about 3 fe

Page 328

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

Page 329

yellowblue 2-10OperationPress UNLOCK once to unlock the driver’s door and toturn the interior lamps on (see “Illumination on RemoteActivation” in

Page 330 - Inspections

yellowblue 2-11The operating mode of the Remote ActivationVerification Lock (RAV Lock) feature will be changedwhen the driver performs the followi

Page 331 - Part D: Recommended Fluids

yellowblue 2-12Battery ReplacementUnder normal use, the battery in your remote keylessentry transmitter should last about two years.You can tell t

Page 332 - Maintenance Record

yellowblue 2-13ResynchronizationAfter you have changed the battery in your remotekeyless entry transmitter, you will need to resynchronizethe tran

Page 333

yellowblue 2-14Remote Trunk ReleasePress the button on the leftside of the instrument panelto unlock the trunk frominside your vehicle. Your vehic

Page 334

yellowblue 2-15PasslockYour vehicle is equipped with the Passlocktheft-deterrent system.Passlock is a passive theft-deterrent system. Passlockenab

Page 335

yellowblue 2-16Ignition PositionsCAUTION:Leaving children in a vehicle with the ignitionkey is dangerous for many reasons. A child orothers could

Page 336

yellowblue 2-17ACC (B): This position lets you use things like theradio and windshield wipers when the engine is off.Your steering wheel will unlo

Page 337

yellowblue 2-18NOTICE:Holding your key in START for longer than 15 seconds at a time will cause your battery to bedrained much sooner. And the exc

Page 338 - Customer Assistance Offices

yellowblue 2-19NOTICE:Holding your key in START for longer than 15 seconds at a time will cause your battery to bedrained much sooner. And the exc

Page 339

yellowblue 1-2Seats and Seat ControlsThis section tells you how to adjust the seats andexplains reclining seatbacks, folding rear seats and head r

Page 340 - Program Features and Benefits

yellowblue 2-20Engine Coolant Heater (If Equipped)3800 Engine shown, 3.5L similarIn very cold weather, 0 F (-18 C) or colder, the enginecoolant he

Page 341 - Courtesy Transportation

yellowblue 2-21Automatic Transaxle OperationYour automatic transaxlehas a shift lever on theconsole between the seats.Maximum engine speed is limi

Page 342 - -vehicle as a

yellowblue 2-22Make sure the shift lever is fully in PARK (P) beforestarting the engine. Your vehicle has a Brake-TransaxleShift Interlock (BTSI).

Page 343 - Warranty Information

yellowblue 2-23DRIVE (D): This position is for normal driving. If youneed more power for passing, and you’re:Going less than 35 mph (55 km/h), pus

Page 344

yellowblue 2-24FIRST (1): This position gives you even more power(but lower fuel economy) than SECOND (2). You canuse it on very steep hills, or i

Page 345 - Publications in Canada

yellowblue 2-25NOTICE:Driving with the parking brake on can causeyour rear brakes to overheat. You may have toreplace them, and you could also dam

Page 346

yellowblue 2-262. Move the shift lever into PARK (P) like this:Hold in the button on the lever.Push the lever all the way toward the front of the

Page 347

yellowblue 2-27Torque LockIf you are parking on a hill and you don’t shift yourtransaxle into PARK (P) properly, the weight of thevehicle may put

Page 348

yellowblue 2-28Parking Over Things That BurnCAUTION:Things that can burn could touch hot exhaustparts under your vehicle and ignite. Don’t parkove

Page 349 - Section 9 Index

yellowblue 2-29Running Your Engine While You’re ParkedIt’s better not to park with the engine running. But if youever have to, here are some thing

Page 350

yellowblue 1-36-Way Power Seat (If Equipped)This switch is designed toimitate the movements ofyour seat cushion. It islocated on the left side oft

Page 351

yellowblue 2-30WindowsPower WindowsSwitches on the driver’s door armrest control each of thewindows when the ignition is on. In addition, eachpass

Page 352

yellowblue 2-31Tilt WheelA tilt wheel allows you to adjust the steering wheelbefore you drive. You can also raise it to the highestlevel to give y

Page 353

yellowblue 2-32Turn Signal and Lane Change IndicatorThe turn signal lever has two upward (for right) and twodownward (for left) positions. These p

Page 354

yellowblue 2-33Windshield WipersYou can control the windshield wipers by moving thelever with the wiper symbol on it up or down. This leveris loca

Page 355

yellowblue 2-34Windshield WasherAt the end of the right-hand lever on the steering wheel,there is a wiper symbol. To spray washer fluid on thewind

Page 356

yellowblue 2-35Setting Cruise ControlCAUTION:If you leave your cruise control switch on whenyou’re not using cruise, you might hit a buttonand go

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yellowblue 2-36Resuming a Set SpeedSuppose you set your cruise control at a desired speedand then you apply the brake. This, of course shuts offth

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yellowblue 2-37Using Cruise Control on HillsHow well your cruise control will work on hills dependsupon your speed, load and the steepness of the

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yellowblue 2-38Daytime Running Lamps / AutomaticHeadlamp ControlDaytime Running Lamps (DRL) can make it easier forothers to see the front of your

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yellowblue 2-39A light will glow on the switch to let you know that theyare on. (Your parking lamps must be on, or your foglamps won’t come on.) P

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