OLDSMOBILE SILHOUETTE 1993 Owners Manual

lnterior Lights Override Switch
This switch is located to the left of the
cigarette lighter in the center instrument
panel console. It has two positions,
DOOR (on) and OW, and overrides all
interior lights except the reading lights.
The interior lights
go on each time you
open the doors.
You can turn off these
lights
so that the doors may be left open
without
running down the battery by
turning the interior lights override
switch to
OW.
Center Dome Light
Located in the center of your vehicle,
this light has no switch
of its own. It
will
go on each time you open the
doors, unless you
turn the interior lights
override switch in the center instrument
panel console to
OFF.
If you have the optional rear climate
control, you
will not have a center dome
light.
Rear lnterior Lights
The rear dome light also has two
reading lights.
The dome light will
go on each time you
open the doors, unless
you turn the
interior lights override switch in the
center instrument panel console to
Om.
To turn. on either reading light, press the
switch next
to it.
There are
also two lights in the liftgate
to light the rear cargo area. These will
come
on each time you open the liftgate,
unless
the interior lights override switch
is in the
OFF' position.
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Accessory Power Outlet
The power outlet is located in the rear
compartment on the driver's side.
To
open, slide the latch down and remove
the cover.
The power outlet can be used to plug in
electrical equipment such as a cellular
telephone,
CB radio, etc. Follow the
proper installation instructions that are
included with any electrical equipment
you install. When not
in use,
always cover the outlet
with the protective cap.
equipment
when not in use.
Leaving electrical equipment on
I for extended periods can drain
Air Inflator System (opTIoN)
Your vehicle may be equipped with an
air inflator. With it, you can inflate
things like air mattresses and
basketballs, and
you can also use it to
bring your tires up to the proper
pressure.
The air inflator
is located in the rear
compartment on the driver's side.
To
open, slide the latch down and remove
the cover.
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The air inflator kit is stored in a pouch
in the glove box. It includes a 20-foot
(6 m) hose with an air pressure gage,
nozzle adapters and instructions.
- lating something too much
2 can make it explode, and you
u~ others could be injured. Be sure
to read
the inflator instructions,
and inflate any object only to
its
recommended pressure. To
use your air inflator system, attach
the appropriate nozzle adapter,
if
required, to the end of the hose that has
the pressure gage. Then attach that end
of the hose to the object you wish to
inflate. Attach the other end
of the hose
to the outlet. Press
the ON switch. The
ON switch will work even with the
ignition off.
Your air inflator will automatically shut
off after about
10 minutes. To reset,
press the
ON switch again.
Don't run your air inflator for longer
than
30 minutes at one time. If you do,
you may damage the system. After 30
minutes, wait at least 10 minutes before
restarting the air inflator. To
turn off the inflator, press
OFF and
detach the hose, first from the inflated
object, then from the outlet. Place the
inflator
kit tools in the pouch and store
it in the glove box.
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Inside Day/Night Rearview Mirror
To reduce glare from lights behind you,
pull the lever toward
you to the night
position.
Convex Outside Mirror
Your right side mirror is convex. A
convex mirror's surface is curved so you
can see more from the driver's seat.
CAUTION
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If you aren't used to a convex
mirror, you can hit another
vehicle.
A convex mirror can makL
things (like other vehicles)
look
farther away than they really are- If
you cut too sharply into the rig1
lane, you could
hit a vehicle on
your right. Check your inside
mirror or glance over your
shoulder before changing lanes
Power Remote Control Mirrors
The control on the driver's door controls
both outside rearview mirrors. Turn the
control to the left to select the driver
side rearview mirror, or to the right
to
select the passenger side rearview
mirror. Then use the control
to adjust
each mirror
so that you can just see the
side of your vehicle when
you are sitting
in a comfortable driving position.
Both outside mirrors can be folded
forward or rearward.
In the rearward
position, they will fold flush with the
vehicle. This feature is particularly
useful in automatic car washes and
when maneuvering your vehicle in
narrow spaces.
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Sun Visors
To block out glare, you can swing down
the visors.
You can also remove them
from the center mount and swing them
to the side.
If the visors swing too
easily, tighten the screw on the rear
of
the visors.
Visor Vanity Mirrors
Slide the cover to expose the vanity
mirror.
Glove BoxtStorage Compattment
Your vehicle has a storage compartment
on top of the dash and a glove box
below
it.
To open the storage compartment, push
in the latch release, then lift the lid.
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Glove Bo&forage Compattmenf
(CONT.)
To open the glove box, pinch the latch
release.
The fuse panel is located inside the
glove box door. See the
Index under
Fuses & Circuit Breakers.
Cup Ho/ders/Ashfmy/ligh@r I I 1 NOTICE Two cup holders, an ashtray and a
lighter are located in the center
instrument panel console.
The
foam cup holder liners can be
removed for cleaning. Should the liners away
from the heating element
ever become damaged, see your dealer when it’s ready. That can make
for replacements. overheat, damaging the lighter and
To use the ashtray, lift the
lid.
To remove the ashtray for cleaning,
close the lid, then grasp the rear edge of
the ashtray with your fingertips and pull
up and out, in a rocking motion.
To use the lighter, push it in all the way
and let go. When it’s ready, it
will pop
back by itself.
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Locking Storage Bin
At the base of the center instrument
panel console
is a storage bin. Use the
door key to lock and unlock it. To open
the bin, pinch the latch release.
To remove the bin for cleaning, open
it ' part way, then pull out and slightly up.
1 To clean the inside of the bin, vacuum
or wipe with a slightly damp cloth.
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To replace the bin, set the hinge pins
(one on each side of the bin, at the
bottom) into the hinge guides (one at
each side
of the console opening, at the
base), then close the
bin. If the hinge
pins
are placed properly in the guides,
the bin
will close easily.
Rear Storage Compartment and
Ashtray
The rear ashtray is located in the rear
storage compartment.
To open the ashtray, press one side and
turn it open.
To remove the ashtray for cleaning,
press the snuffer as you lift up the
bottom
of the ashtray.
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Side Ashtrays
To open the ashtray, press one side and
turn it open.
To remove the ashtray for cleaning,
press the snuffer as you
lift up the
bottom of the ashtray. If you have
the optional rear climate
control, your side ashtray will have a
flip-up cover. To remove the ashtray for cleaning, pull
up on the snuffer or
the cover.
Convenience Nef (OPTION)
The optional convenience net is
designed to help keep small loads, like
grocery bags, from falling over during
sharp turns or quick stops and starts.
Install the convenience net at the rear of
your vehicle, just inside the liftgate.
Attach the upper loops to the posts on
either side of the liftgate opening (the
label on the net should be in the upper
righthand corner). Attach the lower
loops to the hooks on the floor.
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The side of the convenience net closest
to the front of the vehicle is higher than
the side closest to the liftgate. Once
you've loaded items into the net, stretch
the higher side of the net up and over
the top of the load
to hold it firmly in
place.
The convenience net has a maximum
capacity of
100 pounds (45 kg). It is not
designed to hold larger, heavier loads.
Store such loads on
the floor of your
vehicle, as far forward as you can.
When not
in use, we recommend that
you take down the convenience
net to
extend its life and retain its elasticity,
and to keep the rear exit clear. Store
the
net in the pouch behind either front seat.
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Luggage Carrier (OPTION)
If you have the optional luggage carrier,
you can load things on top of your
vehicle. The luggage carrier has slats
and side rails attached to the roof,
sliding crossrails and places to use for
tying things down. These let you load
some things on top of your vehicle, so
long as they are not wider or longer than
the luggage carrier. If you
try to
carry something
on top of your vehicle that is
longer or wider than the luggage
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carrier-like paneling, plywood, L
mattress, and so forth-the wind can
itch
it as you drive along. This ca
;e you to lose control. Wha
you are carrying could be violent1
torn off, and this could cause you
or other drivers to have a collision.
and of course damage your vehicle.
You may be able to carry something
like this inside. For example, a
4' by 8' sheet will fit inside your
vehicle.
But, never carry something
longer or wider than your luggage
carrier on top
of your vehicle.
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luggage Carrier (CONT.)
luggage carrier may damage your
vehicle. When
you carry cargo on
the luggage carrier
of a proper size
and weight, put
it on the slats, as
far forward as you can. Then slide
the crossrail up against the rear of
the load, to help keep it from
moving. You can then tie it down.
Don't exceed the maximum vehicle
capacity when loading your Oldsmobile.
For more information on vehicle
capacity and loading, see the
Index
under Loading Your 'Vehicle.
To prevent damage or loss of cargo as
you're driving, check now and then
to
make sure the luggage carrier and cargo
are still securely fastened.
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Your luggage carrier has release knobs
set in the ends of each crossrail. Turn
the release knobs counterclockwise,
then slide the crossrails forward or
back, as needed, to accommodate loads
of varying size.
After repositioning the crossrails, be
sure to tighten
the release knobs by
turning them clockwise, locking the
crossrails in place. Use
the adjustable tiedown loops in the
side rails to help secure large loads.
Reposition the tiedowns by turning them
counterclockwise, then slide them along
the side rail.
Turn the tiedowns
clockwise to tighten them
in place.
Tiedowns may be removed and used in
the adjustable tapped plates in the
crossrails. You may also use these
tapped plates to secure bicycle or
ski
racks.
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