steering Oldsmobile Achieva 1995 s Workshop Manual

Part C: Periodic Maintenance
Inspections
Listed below are inspections and services which should
be performed at least twice
a year (for instance, each
spring and fall). You should
let your GM retailer’s
service department or other qualified service center do
these jobs. Make sure any necessary repairs are
completed at once.
Restraint Systems
Now and then, make sure all your belts, buckles, latch
plates, retractors, anchorages and reminder systems are
working properly. Look for any
loose parts or damage.
If you see anything that might keep a restraint system
from doing its job, have it repaired.
Steering, Suspension and Front-Wheel-Drive
Axle Boot and Seal Inspection
Inspect the front and rear suspension and steering
system for damaged, loose or missing parts, signs of
wear, or lack of lubrication. Inspect the power steering
lines
and hoses for proper hookup, binding, leaks,
cracks, chafing, etc. Clean and then inspect the drive
axle boot seals for damage, tears or leakage. Replace
seals if necessary.
Exhaust System Inspection
Inspect the complete exhaust system. Inspect the body near
the exhaust system. Look for broken, damaged, missing or
out-of-position parts
as well as open seams, holes, loose
connections, or other conditions which could cause a heat
build-up in the floor pan or could
let exhaust fumes into
the vehicle. See “Engine Exhaust” in the Index.
Throttle Linkage Inspection
Inspect the throttle linkage for interference or binding, and
for damaged or missing parts. Replace parts as needed.
Accelerator and cruise control cables should not be
lubricated.
Manual Transaxle
Check the transaxle fluid level; add if needed. See
“Manual Transaxle”
in the Index. A fluid loss may
indicate
a problem. Check the system and repair if needed.
Brake System Inspection
Inspect the complete system. Inspect brake lines and hoses
for proper hookup, binding, leaks, cracks, chafing, etc.
Inspect disc brake pads for wear and rotors for surface
condition.
Also inspect drum brake linings for wear and
cracks. Inspect other brake parts, including drums, wheel
cylinders, calipers, parking brake, etc. The parking brake is self-adjusting and
no manual adjustment is required. You
may need to have your brakes inspected more often if your
driving habits or conditions result
in frequent braking.
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Part D: Recommended Fluids and
Lubricants
NOTE: Fluids and lubricants identified below by name,
part number or specification may be obtained from your
GM retailer.
USAGE
Engine Oil
Engine Coolanl
FLUIDLLUBRICANT
Engine oil with the American
Petroleum Institute Certified For
Gasoline Engines “Starburst”
symbol of the proper viscosity. To
determine the preferred viscosity
for your vehicle’s engine, see
“Engine Oil” in the Index.
50/50 mixture of water (preferably
distilled) and good quality
ethylene glycol base antifreeze
(GM Part
No. 1052753 or
equivalent) conforming to
GM
Specification 1825M or approved
recycled coolant conforming to
GM Specification
1825M.
USAGE
Coolant
Supplement
Hydraulic Brake System
Hydraulic Clutch
System
Power Steering
System
Manual
Transaxle
Automatic
Transaxle
Key Lock
Cylinders

FLUIDLUBRICANT
GM Part No. 3634621 or
equivalent.
Delco Supreme
11 @ Brake Fluid
(GM Part No. 1052535 or
equivalent
DOT-3 brake fluid).
Hydraulic Clutch Fluid
(GM Part
No. 12345347 or equivalent).
GM Hydraulic Power Steering
Fluid (GM Part
No. 1052884 or
equivalent).
Synchromesh Transmission Fluid
(GM Part No. 12345349 or
equivalent).
DEXRON@-III Automatic
Transmission Fluid.
Lubricate with Multi-Purpose
Lubricant
(GM Part
No. 12345 120) or synthetic
SAE 5W-30 engine oil.
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I Section 9 Index
Adding Automatic Transaxle Fluid
..................... 6- 19
Brake Fluid ................................. 6-26
Electrical Ecluipt-nent
............ 2- 16 . I7 . 3- I5 . 6-50
Engine Coolant
......................... 5- 15. 6-23
Engine Oil
.................................. 6- 12
Hycitwlic Clutch Fluid ........................ 6-2 1
Manual Transaxle Fluid ....................... 6-20
Power Steering Fluid
......................... 6-24
Sound Equipment
............................ 3- IS
Windshield Washer Fluid ................. 2-39 . 6-25
How Does it Restrain ......................... 1-22
How it Works ............................... 1-21
Location ................................... 1-2 1
Readiness Light ........................ 1-20 . 2-60
Servicing
................................... 1-24
What Makes
it Inflate ......................... 1-22
What Will You See After
it Inflates .............. 1-23
When Should
it Inl'late ........................ 1-22
Air Cleaner .................................... 6- I6
Air Conditioning ................................ 3-3
Aluminum Wheels. Cleaning ...................... 6-47
Antenna. Fixed Mast
............................ 3- 17
Antenna. Rear Window Defogger .................. 3- I7
Air Bag
Alignment and Balance . Tires ..................... 6-39 Antifreeze
..................................... 6-21
Adding
............................... 5- 15.6-23
Checking
................................... 6- 23
Anti-Lock
..................................... 4-6
Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light ......... 2-63. 4-6
Anti-Lock Brakes ............................... 4-6
Appearance
Care and Materials .................... 6-49
Ashtray and Lighler
............................. 2-51
Audio Systems
.................................. 3-5
Auto Down Window ............................ 2-32
Automatic Door Locks
............................ 2-4
Automatic Overdrive Position
. Automatic Transaxle ... 2-21
Automatic Transaxle ............................ 2- 19
Automatic Transaxle . Automatic Overdrive Position . 2-2 I
Automatic Transaxle Chart ..................... 6-54
Drive (D) Position ............................ 2-21
First Gear ( 1 ) Position ........................ - 3-22
Neutral (N) Position .......................... 2-20
Park
(P) Position ............................. 2- 19
Reverse (R) Position .......................... 2-20
Second
Gear (2) Position ...................... 2-21
Shifting
.............................. 2- 19.27. 29
Starting Your Engine .......................... 2- IS
Third Gear (3) Position ........................ 2-21
AppeariInce
Ci1t.e
............................... 6-11
Armrest . Storage ............................... I 3 -49
Ashtray . Rear .................................. 2-52
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Power Steering Fluid ......................... 6-24
Restraint Systems
............................ 1-47
Starter Switch
............................... 7-37
Steering Column Lock
........................ 7-38
Things Under the Hood
........................ 6-7
Chemical Paint Spotting
.......................... 6-48
Child Restraints
Securing in a Rear Outside Seat Position
.......... 1-35
Securing in the Center Rear Seat Position
......... 1-37
Securing in the Right Front Seat Position
.......... 1-39
TopStrap
................................... 1-35
Cigarette Lighter
............................... 2-52
Circuit Breaker. Power Windows
and Other Power Options
....................... 6-53
WheretoPut
................................ 1-34
Cleaner. Air
................................... 6-16
Fabric
..................................... 6-42
Glass
...................................... 6-45
Leather
.................................... 6-44
Cleaning
Aluminum Wheels
........................... 6-47
Outside
of the Windshield and Wiper Blades ....... 6-45
Special Problems
............................ 6-43
Stains
...................................... 6-43
The Inside of Your Oldsmobile
.................. 6-42
The Outside
of Your Oldsmobile ................ 6-46
Tires
...................................... 6-47
Top
of the Instrument Panel .................... 6-44
Climate Control
................................. 3-1
Clock, Setting the
................................ 3-5
Clutch Adjustment .............................. 6-21
Vinyl
...................................... 6-44 Clutch.
Hydraulic
............................... 6-21
Comfort Controls
................................ 3-1
Compact Disc Player
............................ 3-10
Compact Disc Player Care
........................ 3-16
Compact Spare Tire
............................. 5-27
Console Cup/ Coin Holder
........................ 2-50
Control of a Vehicle
.............................. 4-5
Control. Loss of ................................ 4-12
Convenience Net
............................... 2-10
Convex Outside Mirror
.......................... 2-47
Coolant Heater. Engine
..................... 2- 17, 6- 15
Coolant Level Warning Light ...................... 2-65
Coolant Surge Tank
........................ 5- 15, 6-21
Coolant Temperature Gage
....................... 2-64
Coolant Temperature Warning Light
................ 2-64
Coolant. How to Add to the Coolant Surge Tank
...... 5-15
Cooling System ................................ 5-14
Cruise Control
Erasing Speed Memory
........................ 2-43
Getting Out
of ............................... 2-43
Passing Another Vehicle While Using
............ 2-42
To Increase Speed
............................ 2-42
To Resume a Set Speed
........................ 2-41
Coolant
....................................... 6-21
ToReduceSpeed
............................ 2-42
ToSet
..................................... 2-40
UseonHills
................................ 2-42
Cupholder. RearSeat
............................ 2-50
Cupholder, Glove
Box
........................... 2-49
Customer Assistance for the Hearing or Speech Impaired
8-2
Customer Assistance Information ................... 8-1
Customer Satisfaction Procedure
.................... 8-1
9-3

Hook. Garment ................................. 2-51
Hydraulic Clutch
............................... 6-21
Adding
.................................... 6-2 1
Hydroplaning ................................... 4- 16
Horn
......................................... 2-33
Hydraulic Clutch Fluid Checking
................................... 6-21
If You’re Stuck: In Sand. Mud. Ice or Snow
......... 5-28
Ignition Key Positions
........................... 2- 13
Ignition Switch
................................. 2- 13
Illuminated Entry System
.......................... 2-5
Inside Daymight Rearview Mirror
................. 2-47
Exhaust Systems
............................. 7-40
Restraint Systems
............................ 7-40
Throttle Linkage
............................. 7-40
Instrument Panel
............................... 2-54
Inspections
Brakesystem
............................... 7-40
Steering, Suspension and Front-Wheel-Drive Axle Bootandseal
.............................. 7-40
Instrument Panel Cluster Gage
....................................... 2-57
.Standard
................................... 2-56
Instrument Panel Intensity Control ................. 2-43
Instrument Panel, Cleaning
....................... 6-44
J ack. Tire .................................... 5-20
Jump Starting ................................... 5-2 Key
Lock Cylinders
............................ 7-37
Key Release Button
............................. 2-14
Key Reminder Warning
.......................... 2-13
Keys
.......................................... 2-1
Lamp Controls
................................ 2-35
Lamp, Underhood
.............................. 6-11
Lamps, Daytime Running
........................ 2-44
Lamps On Reminder
............................ 2-36
Lane Change Indicator
........................... 2-34
Larger Children, Safety Belt Use
................... 1-44
Latches, Front Seatback
........................... 1-5
Leaving Your Vehicle
............................. 2-4
Leaving Your Vehicle With the Engine Running
....... 2-28
Air Bag Readiness
...................... 1-20, 2-60
Anti-Lock Brake System Warning
........... 2-63, 4-6
Brake System Warning
........................ 2-62
Charging System
............................. 2-60
Engine Coolant Temperature Warning
............ 2-64
EngineOil
.................................. 2-67
Engine Oil Pressure
.......................... 2-67
Low Coolant Level
........................... 2-65
Low Washer Fluid Warning
.................... 2-70
Safety Belt Warning
...................... 1-7, 2-59
Up Shift (Manual Transaxle)
.............. 2-24, 2-61
LampTrunk
................................... 2-46
Lamps, Fog
................................... 2-44
Lights CheckGages
................................ 2-66
CheckOil
.................................. 2-68
Malfunction Indicator Lamp (Service Engine Soon)
. 2-65
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Lighter ....................................... 2-52
Loading Your Vehicle
............................ 4-29
Locks Automatic Door
.............................. 2-4
Door
....................................... 2-3
PowerDoor
.................................. 2-4
Rear Door Security
............................ 2-5
Steering Column
............................. 7-38
Window
.................................... 2-32
Lockout Feature, Trunk
........................... 2-9
Long Trip, Before Leaving on a
.................... 4- 19
Loss of Control
................................ 4- 12
Low Coolant Level Warning Light
................. 2-65
Low Maintenance Battery
........................ 6-28
Low Washer Fluid Warning Light
.................. 2-70
Lubricants and Fluids
......................... 7-41, 42
Lubrication, Body
.............................. 7-37
TIIUI~
....................................... 2-9
Maintenance Record
........................... 7-43
Maintenance Schedule Owner
Checks and Services .................... 7-36
Periodic Maintenance Inspections
............... 7-40
Recommended Fluids and Lubricants
......... 7.41. 42
Schedule
I Definition .......................... 7-4
Schedule
II Definition .......................... 7-5
Scheduled Maintenance Services
................. 7-2
Maintenance, Normal Replacement
Parts ............ 6-57
Maintenance, Underbody
......................... 6-48
Maintenance. When Trailer Towing
................. 4-38
Schedule1
................................... 7-6
ScheduleII
................................. 7-26 Malfunction Indicator Lamp (Service Engine Soon)
.... 2-65
Manual Front Seat
............................... 1-1
Manual Adjustable Seat (Four-Way) ................. 1-2
Manual Remote Control Mirror
.................... 2-48
Manual Transaxle
FifthGear(5)
............................... 2-24
First Gear
(1) ................................ 2-23
FourthGear(4)
.............................. 2-24
Neutral (N) Position
.......................... 2-24
Parking Your Vehicle
......................... 2-29
Reverse
(R) Position .......................... 2-24
Shift Light
.................................. 2-24
SecondGear(2)
............................. 2-24
Shiftspeeds
................................ 2-25
Shifting
.................................... 2-23
Starting Your Engine
.......................... 2-15
Third Gear (3)
............................... 2-24
Methanol
(In Fuel) ............................... 6-3
Mirrors
Convex Outside
............................. 2-47
Inside Daymight Rearview
.................... 2-47
Manual Remote Control
....................... 2-48
Power Remote Control
........................ 2-48
Visor Vanity
................................ 2-48
MTBE(InFue1)
................................. 6-3
Net. Convenience
.............................. 2. IO
Neutral (N) Position. Automatic Transaxle ........... 2-20
Neutral (N) Position. Manual Transaxle
............. 2-24
New Vehicle “Break-In”
......................... 2-12
Nightvision
................................... 4-13
9-7

Odometer. Tamper Resistant ..................... 2-58
Odometer. Trip
................................. 2-58
Off-Road Recovery
............................. 4- 10
Check Oil Warning Light
...................... 2-68
Engine
..................................... 6-11
Pressure Gage
............................... 2-66
WamingLight
............................... 2-67
OwnerPublications
............................ 8-7
Service Bulletins
.............................. 8-7
Service Manuals
.............................. 8-7
Overdrive Position, Automatic Transaxle
............ 2-21
Overheated Engine
.............................. 5-12
Owner Checks and Services
....................... 7-36
Owner Publications, Ordering
...................... 8-7
Oil
Ordering
i Paint Spotting. Chemical ........................ 6-48
Park (P). Shifting Into
........................... 2-27
Park (P). Shifting Out of
......................... 2-29
Park (P) Position. Automatic Transaxle
.............. 2-19
Parking AtNight
................................... 2-12
On Hills While Towing a Trailer
................ 4-37
Lots
....................................... 2-12
Over Things That Burn
........................ 2-30
Your Vehicle. Manual Transaxle ................. 2-29
ParkingBrake
.................................. 2-26
Parking Brake Release
........................... 2-26
Periodic Maintenance Inspections
.................. 7-40
Passing ....................................... 4-10
PowerDoorLocks
............................... 2-4 Power Remote Control Mirrors
.................... 2-48
Power Steering
.................................. 4-8
Checking
................................... 6-24
Power Windows
................................ 2-32
Pregnancy, Use of Safety Belts
.................... 1-25
Problems on the Road
............................ 5-1
Publications, Service and Owner
.................... 8-7
PowerSeat
..................................... 1-3
Power Steering Fluid Adding
.................................... 6-24
Radio Reception. Understanding
.................. 3-14
Radios A"Stere0
............................... 3-6
A" Stereo Radio with Compact Disc Player ... 3-10
A" Stereo Radio with Cassette Tape Player ..... 3-8
Rain. Driving In
................................ 4-14
Reading Lamps Front
...................................2-45, 46
Rear
....................................... 2-46
Rear Door Security Locks ......................... 2-5
Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides
.................. 1-29
Rear Seat Cup Holder
........................... 2-50
Rear Seat Outside Position
........................ 1-26
Rear Seat Passengers
............................ 1-26
RearTowing
................................... 5-11
Rear Window Defogger
........................... 3-4
Rear Window Defogger Antenna
................... 3-17
Rearview Mirror, Inside Day/ Night
................ 2-47
Reclining Front Seatbacks
.......................... 1-3
Recommended Fluids and Lubricants ............ 7-41, 42
9-8

Seats and Restraint Systems ........................ 1 . 1
Seats and Seat Controls ........................... 1 . 1
Second Gear (2). Automatic Transaxle .............. 2-2 I
Second Gear (2) . Manual Transaxle ................. 2-24
Service
........................................ 6-1
Service and Appearance Care ...................... 6- 1
Service and Owner Publications .................... 8-7
Service Bulletins. Ordering
........................ 8-7
Service Engine Soon Light (Malfunction Indicator Lamp)
2-65
Service Manuals . Ordering ........................ 8-7
Service Parts Identification Label
.................. 6-50
Service Publications .............................. 8-7
Service Work. Doing Your Own
.................... 6- 1
Servicing Your Air Bag-Equipped Oldsrnobile ........ 1-24
Sheet Metal Damage
............................ 6-48
Shift Light. Manual Transaxle ................ 2-24 . 2-61
Shift Speeds. Manual Transaxle
.................... 2-25
Shifting Into Park (P) ............................ 2-27
Shifting Out
of Park (P) .......................... 2-29
Shifting. Automatic Transaxle
..................... 2- IC)
Signaling Turns ................................ 2-34
Skidding
...................................... 4-12
Sound Equipment
. Adding ........................ 3- 15
Spare Tire. Cornpact ............................. 5-27
Specifications Chart
............................. 6-57
Speedometer (Std and Gage Cluster)
................ 2-58
Split Fold-Down Seat
............................ 1-6
Stains. Cleaning ................................ 6-43
Starter Switch
.................................. 7-37
Starting Your Engine
2.3Liter
.................................... 2-15
3.1Liter
.................................... 2-16
Autolnatic Transaxle
.......................... 2- IS
Manual Transaxle ............................ 2- I5
Steam . If Coming From Your Engine ............... 5- I2
Steering ....................................... 4-8
Steering Wheel.
Tilt ............................. 2-33
Steering.
In Emergencies .......................... 4-9
Steering. Power
................................. 4-8
Steering
. Tips ................................... 4-8
Storage Armrest
................................ 2-49
Storage
. Of Your Vehicle ......................... 6-29
Storage. Sunglasses
............................. 2-53
Stuck. If You Are
............................... 5-28
Sun Visors
.................................... 2-48
Sunglasses Storage
.............................. 2-53
Sunroof
....................................... 2-53
Supplemental Restraint System
(SRS) ............... 1-20
Symbols . Vehicle .................................. v
Steering Column Lock ........................... 7-38
Surge
Tank Pressure Cap ......................... 6-23
Tachometer (Gage ~~uster)
...................... 2-69
Taillamps. Bulb Replacement
..................... 6-31
Tamper Resistant Odometer ....................... 2-58
Tape Player Care
............................... 3-16
Theft
......................................... 2-11
Theft Deterrent Feature. CD Player ................. 3-13
Thermostat
.................................... 6-24
Third Gear
(3). Automatic Transaxle ................ 2-21
Third Gear
(3) . M;UILI~~ Transaxle .................. 2-24
Tilt Steering Wheel ............................. 2-33
Time. Setting the
................................ 3-5
Tire Chains .................................... 6-41
Tire Inspection
and Rotation ...................... 6-35
Tire Loading
................................... 4-29
9-10