service schedule Oldsmobile Achieva 1998 s Owner's Guide

Long TripLHighway Maintenance Schedule I
60,000 Miles (100 000 km) (Continued)
0 Replace air cleaner filter.
0 Inspect fuel tank, cap and lines for damage or leaks. Inspect fuel cap
An Emission Control Service.
gasket for any damage. Replace parts as needed.
An Emission Control Service. (See footnote?.)
67,500 Miles (112 500 km)
Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first).
0 Lubricate chassis components (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first).
0 Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation” in the Index for proper
An Emission Control Service.
(See footnote
#.)
rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.)
75,000 Miles (125 000 km)
0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first).
0 Lubricate chassis components (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first).
c] Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation” in the Index for proper
An
Emission
Control Service.
(See footnote
#.)
rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.)
(Also see footnote ++.)
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Long Trip/Highway Maintenance Schedule
82,500 Miles (137 500 km)
0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first).
An Emission Control Sewice.
0 Lubricate chassis components (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first).
0 Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation” in the Index for proper
(See footnote
#.)
rotation
pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.)
90,000 Miles (150 000 km)
0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first).
0 Lubricate chassis components (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first).
0 Replace air cleaner filter.
An
Emission Control Service.
(See footnote
#.)
An Emission Control Service.
DATE
DATE
I MILEAGE ACTUAL I SERVICEDBY: I
0 Inspect fuel tank, cap and lines for damage or leaks. Inspect fuel cap gasket
for any damage. Replace parts as needed.
An Emission Control Service. (See footnote?.)
rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote
+.)
(Also see footnote ++.)
0 Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation” in the Index for proper
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I Long Trip/Highway Maintenance Schedule I
97,500 Miles (162 500 km)
Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first).
An Emission Control Service.
0 Lubricate chassis components (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first).
0 Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation” in the Index for proper
(See
footnote
#.)
rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.)
100,000 Miles (166 000 km)
0 Inspect spark plug wires (except 2.4L Code T engine).
0 Replace spark plugs. An Emission Control Service.
0 Change automatic transaxle fluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly driven
An Emission Control Service.
under one or more of these conditions:
- In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90°F
- In hilly or mountainous terrain.
(32°C) or
higher.
I DATE I
+
MILEAGE ACTUAL SERVICED BY
DATE I
- When doing frequent trailer towing.
- Uses such as found in taxi, police or delivery service.
vyou do
not use your vehicle under any of these conditions, the fluid and
filter do not require changing.
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I Long Trip/Highway Maintenance Schedule
150,000 Miles (240 000 km)
0 Drain, flush and refill cooling system (or every 60 months since last service,
whichever occurs first). See “Engine Coolant” in the Index for what to use.
Inspect hoses. Clean radiator, condenser, pressure cap and neck. Pressure test
the cooling system and pressure cap.
An Emission Control Service.
I DATE
1
MILEAGE ACTUAL SERVICED BY
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Part E: Maintenance Record
After the scheduled services are performed, record the Services” or “Periodic Maintenance”
can be added on
date, odometer reading and who performed the service the following record pages. Also, you should retain all
in the boxes provided after the maintenance interval. maintenance receipts.
Your owner infomation portfolio
Any additional information from “Owner Checks and
is a convenient place to store them.
I
Maintenance Record

1998 OLDSMOBILE SERVICE PUBLICATIONS ORDERING INFORMATION
The following publications covering the operation and servicing of your vehicle can be purchased by filling out
the Service Publication Order Form in this book and mailing it in with your check, money order,
or credit card information to Helm, Incorporated (address below.)
CURRENT PUBLICATIONS FOR 1998 OLDSMOBILE
SERVICE MANUALS
Service Manuals have the diagnosis and repair information
on engines, transmission, axle, suspension, brakes,
electrical, steering, body, etc. RETAIL SELL PRICE: $90.00
TRANSMISSION, TRANSAXLE, TRANSFER CASE
UNIT REPAIR MANUAL
This manual provides information on unit repair service
procedures, adjustments and specifications for the
1998 GM transmissions, transaxles and transfer cases.
RETAIL SELL PRICE:
$40.00
SERVICE BULLETINS
Service Bulletins give technical service information needed
to knowledgeably service General Motors cars and trucks.
Each bulletin contains instructions to assist in the
diagnosis and service of your vehicle.
PLEASE COMPLETE THE ORDER FORM SHOWN ON
THE FOLLOWING PAGE AND MAIL TO:
Helm, Incorporated PO. Box 07130 Detroit, MI 48207
OWNER’S INFORMATION
Owner publications are written directly for Owners and
intended to provide basic operational information about the
vehicle. The owner’s manual will include the Maintenance
Schedule for all models.
In-Portfolio: Includes a Portfolio, Owner’s Manual and
Warranty Booklet. RETAIL SELL PRICE:
$1 5.00
Without Portfolio: Owner’s Manual only.
RETAIL SELL PRICE:
$1 0.00
CURRENT & PAST MODEL ORDER FORMS
Service Publications are available for current and past
model GM vehicles. To request an order form, please
specify year and model name of the vehicle.
OR ORDER TOLL FREE: 1-800-782-4356
Monday-Friday 8:OO AM - 6:OO PM Eastern Time
For Credit Card Orders Only
(VISA-MasterCard-Discover)

Lights (Continued) Brake System Warning
.................... 2.52. 6.3 1
Brake System Warning. ABS ............... 2-53. 6-28
Charging System Indicator
...................... 2-5 1
CheckEngine ................................ 2-55
Check Gages
................................ 2-60
CheckOil
................................... 2-58
Cruise
...................................... 2-59
Engine Oil Pressure Warning Light
............... 2-57
Enhanced Traction System Active Light
....... 2-54. 4-9
Enhanced Traction System Warning Light
..... 2-53. 4-9
ETS Warning
............................ 2-53. 4-9
Interior
..................................... 2-39
Low Coolant Warning
......................... 2-55
LowWasher
................................. 2-59
Passlock Warning
............................. 2-59
Safety Belt Reminder
...................... 1-7. 2-51
Loading Your Vehicle
........................... 4-3 1
Lock-Out Switch ............................... 2-29
Locks
......................................... 2-4
Automatic Door
............................... 2-5
Cylinders
................................... 7-31
Door
........................................ 2-4
Ignition Transaxle Lock Check
.................. 7-33
Key Lock Cylinder Service
..................... 7-3 1
PowerDoor
.................................. 2-5
Rear Door Security
............................. 2-5
Trunk
...................................... 2-10
Low Coolant Warning Light
...................... 2-55
Low Washer Light
.............................. 2-59
Lubricants and Fluids
............................ 7-36
Lubrication Service. Body
........................ 7-3 1
Maintenance. Normal Replacement Parts ........... 6-59
Maintenance Record
............................ 7-37
Maintenance Schedule
............................ 7-1
Introduction
.................................. 7-2
Long Trip/Highway Intervals
..................... 7-6
Owner Checks and Services
..................... 7-30
Periodic Maintenance Inspections
................ 7-34
Recommended Fluids and Lubricants
............. 7-36
Scheduled Maintenance Services
.................. 7-4
Short TripKity Definition
....................... 7-5
Maintenance, Underbody
......................... 6-50
Maintenance When Trailer Towing
................. 4-40
Long
TripMighway Definition
................... 7-6
Organization
.................................. 7-3
Short TripKity Intervals
........................ 7-5
Making Turns with a Trailer
...................... 4-38
Malfunction Indicator Lamp
...................... 2-55
Manual Front Seat
............................... 1-2
Manual Lumbar Support
.......................... 1-3
Methanol
...................................... 6-4
Mirrors
....................................... 2-42
Convex Outside
.............................. 2-42
Inside DayNight Rearview
..................... 2-42
Power Remote Control
......................... 2-42
Visor Vanity
................................. 2-45
Mountain Roads
................................ 4-23
Multifunction Lever
............................. 2-30
Neutral, Automatic Transaxle
.................... 2-20
New Vehicle “Break-In”
......................... 2-13
Nightvision
................................... 4-16
9-6

Remote Lock Control ............................. 2-6
Remote Trunk Release
........................... 2- 10
Replacement Bulbs
...................................... 6-57
Parts
....................................... 6-59
Wheel
...................................... 6-42
Replacing Safety Belts
........................... 1-53
Reporting Safety Defects
...................... 8-8, 8-9
Restraints
Checking
................................... 1-53
Child
....................................... 1-39
Head
........................................ 1-5
Replacing Parts After a Crash
................... 1-53
Reverse. Automatic Transaxle
..................... 2- 19
hght Front Passenger Position .................... 1-2 1
Roadside Assistance
.............................. 8-5
Roadside Assistance. Canadian
..................... 8-6
Rocking Your Vehicle
........................... 5-37
System
Check
................................ 7-3 1
Rotation. Tires
................................. 6-38
Safety Belt Extender
............................ 1-53
Safety Belts
.................................... 1-6
Adults
...................................... 1-12
Care
....................................... 6-47
Center Rear Passenger Position
.................. 1-34
Children
.................................... 1-36
Driver Position
............................... 1 - 12
Extender
.................................... 1-53
How to Wear Properly ......................... 1 - 12
Incorrect Usage
..... 1-16. 1-17. 1-18. 1-19. 1-51. 1-52 LapBelt
.................................... 1-35
Lap-Shoulder
........................... 1.12. 1.28
Larger Children
.............................. 1-50
Passenger Position
............................ 1-21
Questions and Answers
........................ 1-11
Rear Comfort Guides
.......................... 1-32
Rear Seat Outside Passenger Positions
............ 1-28
Rear Seat Passengers
.......................... 1-28
Reminder Light
.......................... 1-7, 2-5 1
Replacing After a Crash
........................ 1-53
Right Front Passenger Position
.................. 1-21
Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster
................... 1-15
Smaller Children and Babies
.................... 1-36
Use During Pregnancy
......................... 1-20
Warning Light
................................ 1-7
WhyTheyWork
............................... 1-8
Safety Chains
.................................. 4-36
Safety Defects, Reporting
..................... 8-8. 8-9
Safety Warnings and Symbols ....................... 111
Scheduled Maintenance Services .................... 7-4
Seatback
Seats
...
Reclining Front ............................... 1-4
Four-Way Manual
............................. 1-3
Folding
the Rear
............................... 1-6
ManualFront
................................. 1-2
Manual Lumbar Support
........................ 1-3
Power
....................................... 1-4
Rear
........................................ 1-6
Restraint Systems
.............................. 1-1
Seat Controls
................................. 1-2
Securing a Child Restraint
...................... 1-44
9-8