glove box Oldsmobile Achieva 1998 Owner's Manuals

Parking Lots
If you park in a lot where someone will be watching
your vehicle, it’s best to lock it up and take your keys.
But what if you have to leave your key?
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If possible, park in a busy, well lit area.
Put your valuables in a storage area, like your
trunk or glove box. Be sure to close and lock the
storage area.
Close all windows.
Slide the remote trunk release lockout switch all
the way to the right.
Lock the glove box.
Lock all the doors except the driver’s.
Passlock@
Your vehicle is equipped with the Passlock
theft-deterrent system. During normal
operation, the SECURITY light will
go
off after the engine is started.
If the engine stalls
and the SECURITY light flashes,
wait until the light stops flashing before trying to restart
the engine. Remember to release the key from the
START position as soon as the engine starts.
If you are driving and the SECURITY light comes
on, you will be able to restart the engine if you turn
the engine
off. However, your Passlock system is
not working properly and must be serviced by your
retailer. Your vehicle is not protected by Passlock at this
time. You may also want to check the fuse (see “Fuses
and Circuit Breakers” in the Index). See your retailer
for service.
If the SECURITY light comes on while the engine is
running, a problem has been detected and the system
may need service. See your retailer for service.
In an emergency, call the Oldsmobile Roadside
Assistance Center at
1-800-442-OLDS (6537).
Passlock is a passive theft-deterrent system. The system
is armed once the key is removed from the ignition.
Passlock enables fuel
if the ignition lock cylinder is
turned with a valid key. If a correct key is not used,
fuel is disabled.
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Rear Reading Lamps (If Equipped)
These overhead lamps and the interior courtesy lamps
will come on when you open the doors.
To turn on a reading lamp when the doors are closed,
push the button. Push
it again to turn off the lamp.
Trunk Lamp
The trunk lamp comes on when you open your trunk.
Battery Saver
Your Oldsmobile is equipped with a battery saver
feature designed to protect your vehicle’s battery.
When any interior lamp (trunk, reading, footwell or
glove box) is left on when the ignition
is turned off, the
battery saver system will automatically shut the lamp off
after
20 minutes. This will avoid draining the battery.
To reactivate the interior lamps, either:
The ignition must be turned on,
The activated lamp switch must be turned off and
then on or
0 A front door must be opened.
The battery saver feature will also be activated when
any door of your vehicle is
left open.

Storage Compartments
Glove Box
Use one of the vehicle’s keys to lock and unlock
the glove box.
To open, pull the glove box handle
toward you.
Center Console Storage Area
The armrest opens into a storage area for cassette tapes,
gloves, etc.
To open it, lift up on driver’s side front portion
of the armrest. A tissue holder is located under
the lid
of the armrest. There is also an accessory power
outlet located in the front storage armrest.
To use the
accessory power outlet, see “Accessory Power Outlet”
later in this section.
Center Console Cupholder
The console provides space for holding a cup or soft
drink. To access the cupholder, pull the lid forward.
Sunglasses Storage
Place your sunglasses in the open area located above
you in the overhead console, or front compartment in
the center console.
Rear Seat Cupholder
The rear seat cupholder is located on the back of the
center console. To access the rear seat cupholder, pull
the door down.
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Your instrument panel is designed to let you know at a glance how your vehicle is running. You’ll know how fast
you’re going, how much fuel
you have used and many other things you’ll need to drive safely and economically.
The main components
of your instrument panel are:
A. Vent
B. Turn SignaUMultifunction Lever
C. Horn
D. Hazard Warning Flashers Switch
E. Instrument Cluster
E Rear Window Defogger
G. Climate Control System
H. Glove Box
I. Gear Shift Lever
J. Ashtray
K. Audio System
L. Windshield Wipermasher Stalk
M. Ignition Switch
N. Enhanced Traction System (ETS) Switch
(If Equipped)
0. Hood Release Lever
P. Instrument Panel Intensity Controlhterior Lamps
Q. Fuse Panel
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Instrument Panel Fuse Block
The main fuse panel is located on the left side of the
instrument panel. To access the fuses, open the fuse
panel door. Fuse
PWR WDO
TURN
INT LPS
Usage
Power Window (Circuit Breaker)
Turn Signal Lamps
Alarm Module (Illuminated Entry,
Warning Chimes, Overhead Lamps,
Mapmeading Lamps, Glove
Box
Lamp, Trunk Lamp, Radio, Power
Mirrors), Anti-Lock Brakes, Variable
Effort Steering
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At Least Twice a Year
Restraint System Check
Make sure the safety belt reminder light and all your
belts, buckles, latch plates, retractors and anchorages are
working properly. Look for any other loose or damaged
safety belt system parts. If
you see anything that might
keep a safety belt system from doing its job, have
it
repaired. Have any torn or frayed safety belts replaced.
Also look for any opened or broken air bag coverings,
and have them repaired or replaced. (The air bag system
does not need regular maintenance.)
Wiper Blade Check
Inspect wiper blades for wear or cracking. Replace blade
inserts that appear worn or damaged or that streak or
miss areas of the windshield. Also see “Wiper Blades,
Cleaning” in the Index.
Automatic Transaxle Check
Check the transaxle fluid level; add if needed. See
“Automatic Transaxle” in the Index. A fluid loss
may indicate a problem. Check the system and repair
if needed.
Hydraulic Clutch System Check
Check the fluid level in the clutch reservoir. See
“Hydraulic Clutch Fluid” in the Index. A fluid loss in
this system could indicate a problem. Have the system
inspected and repaired at once.
At Least Once a Year
Key Lock Cylinders Service
Lubricate the key lock cylinders with the lubricant
specified in Part
D.
Body Lubrication Service
Lubricate all body door hinges. Also lubricate all hinges
and latches, including those for the hood, trunk lid,
glove box door and console door. Part
D tells you what
to use. More frequent lubrication may be required when
exposed to a corrosive environment.
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Engine .................................. 6.10. 6.11
Coolant
..................................... 6-21
Coolant Heater
............................... 2- 17
Coolant Level Check
.......................... 7-30
Coolant Temperature Gage
..................... 2-54
Exhaust
..................................... 2-27
FuseBlock
.................................. 6-56
Identification
................................ 6-52
OilLevelCheck
.............................. 7-30
Overheating
................................. 5-15
Running While Parked
......................... 2-27
Specifications
................................ 6-58
Starting Your
...................... 2.14.2.15. 2.16
Engine Coolant
................................. 5 . 15
Engineoil
.................................... 6-12
Adding
..................................... 6-13
Additives
................................... 6-16
Pressure Warning Light
........................ 2-57
Used
....................................... 6-17
Whentochange
.............................. 6-16
Enhanced Traction System
......................... 4-9
Enhanced Traction System Active Light
......... 2-54, 4-9
Enhanced Traction System Warning Light
....... 2-53, 4-9
Exhaust, Engine
................................ 2-27
Checking
................................... 6-13
Fabric Cleaning
............................... 6-45
Filling a Portable Fuel Container
.................... 6-8
FillingYourTank
................................ 6-5
Filter. Air
..................................... 6-17
Finish Care
.................................... 6-48 Finish Damage
................................. 6-50
First Gear. Automatic Transaxle
................... 2-22
Flashers. Hazard Warning
......................... 5-3
Flat Tire. Changing
............................. 5-25
Fluids and Lubricants
............................ 7-36
Foreign Countries. Fuel
........................... 6-5
Four-Way Manual Seat
........................... 1-3
Fuel
.......................................... 6-3
Filling Your Tank
.............................. 6-5
In Foreign Countries
........................... 6-5
Fuses and Circuit Breakers
....................... 6-53
FrontTowing
.................................. 5-11
Gage
....................................... 2-60
Gages Engine Coolant Temperature
.................... 2-54
Fuel
....................................... 2-60
Speedometer
................................. 2-49
Tachometer
.................................. 2-50
GarmentHook
................................. 2-45
GAWR
....................................... 4-31
Gear Positions. Automatic Transaxle
................ 2-18
GloveBox
.................................... 2-43
Gross Axle Weight Rating
........................ 4-31
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating
...................... 4-31
GVWR
....................................... 4-31
Halogen Bulbs
................................ 6-32
Hazard Warning Flashers
.......................... 5-2
Head Restraints
................................. 1-5
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