low oil pressure Oldsmobile Achieva 1998 Owner's Manuals

Have you recently changed brands of fuel?
If so, be sure to fuel your vehicle with quality fuel (see
“Fuel” in the Index). Poor fuel quality will cause your
engine not to run as efficiently as designed. You may
notice this as stalling after start-up, stalling when you
put the vehicle into gear, misfiring, hesitation on
acceleration or stumbling on acceleration. (These
conditions may go away once the engine
is warmed up.)
This will be detected by the system and cause the light
to turn
on.
If you experience one or more of these conditions,
change the fuel brand you use. It will require at least one
full tank of the proper fuel to turn the light off.
If none of the above steps have made the light turn off,
have your retailer or qualified service center check the
vehicle. Your retailer has the proper test equipment and
diagnostic tools to fix any mechanical or electrical
problems that may have developed.
Oil Pressure Warning Light
This light tells you if there
could be a problem with
your engine oil pressure.
This light can come on briefly, which is normal and
doesn’t show
a problem:
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As a bulb check, the light comes on when you turn
your key to
RUN and goes off when the engine is
started. If it doesn’t, be sure to have it fixed
so it
will be there to warn you.
For the four cylinder engine, when idling at a stop
sign, the light may blink on and then off. In addition,
if
you make a hard stop, the light may come on for
a moment.
But, when this light
comes on and stays on, it means oil
isn’t going through your engine properly. You could be
low on oil, or you might have some other oil problem.
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A CAUTION:
Don’t keep driving if the oil pressure is low. If
you do, your engine can become so hot that it
catches fire. You or others could be burned.
Check your oil as soon
as possible and have your
vehicle serviced.
Check Oil Light (If Equipped)
CHECK
OIL
If you have a 3 100 engine,
this light should come on
briefly when you start the
engine. If the light doesn’t
come on, have it repaired.
If the light comes on and stays on after starting your
vehicle, your engine oil level should be checked.
Prior to checking the oil level, be sure your vehicle
has been shut off for several minutes and is on a level
surface. Check the oil level on your dipstick and bring
Damage to your engine from neglected oil it to the proper level. See “Engine Oil” in the Index.
problems can be costly and is not covered by
your warranty.
NOTE: A false CHECK OIL light may be generated
when parking on steep grades.
The oil level monitoring system only checks oil level
during the brief period between key on and engine
crank.
It does not monitor engine oil level when the
engine is running. Additionally, an oil level check is
only performed if the engine has been turned off for a
considerable period of time allowing the oil normally in
circulation to drain back into the oil pan.
NOTICE:
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The exit speed is usually posted.
Reduce your speed according to your speedometer, not
to your sense of motion. After driving for any distance
at higher speeds, you may tend to think you are going
slower than you actually are.
Before Leaving on a Long Trip
Make sure you’re ready. Try to be well rested. If you
must start when you’re not fresh
-- such as after a day’s
work
-- don’t plan to make too many miles that first part
of the journey. Wear comfortable clothing and shoes you
can easily drive in.
Is your vehicle ready for a long trip? If you keep it
serviced and maintained, it’s ready to
go. If it needs
service, have
it done before starting out. Of course,
you’ll find experienced and able service experts in
Oldsmobile retail facilities all across North America.
They’ll be ready and willing to help
if you need it. Here
are some things you can check before a trip:
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Windshield Washer Fluid: Is the reservoir full? Are
all windows clean inside and outside?
Wiper Blades: Are they in good shape?
Fuel, Engine Oil,
Other Fluids: Have you checked
all levels?
Lamps: Are they all working? Are the lenses clean?
Tires: They are vitally important to a safe,
trouble-free trip. Is the tread good enough for
long-distance driving? Are the tires all inflated to the
recommended pressure?
Weather Forecasts: What’s the weather outlook
along your route? Should you delay your trip a short
time
to avoid a major storm system?
Maps:
Do you have up-to-date maps?
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Part B: Owner Checks and Services
Listed below are owner checks and services which should be performed at the intervals specified to help
ensure the safety, dependability and emission control
performance of your vehicle.
Be sure any necessary repairs are completed at once.
Whenever any fluids
or lubricants are added to your
vehicle, make sure they are the proper ones, as shown in
Part D.
At Each Fuel Fill
It is important for you or a service station attendant to
per$orm these underhood checks at each fuel
fill.
Engine Oil Level Check
Check the engine oil level and add the proper oil if
necessary. See “Engine Oil” in the Index for
further details.
Engine Coolant Level Check
Check the engine coolant level and add DEX-COOL@
coolant mixture if necessary. See “Engine Coolant” in
the Index for further details.
Windshield Washer Fluid Level Check
Check the windshield washer fluid level in the
windshield washer tank and add the proper fluid
if
necessary. See “Windshield Washer Fluid” in the Index
for further details.
At Least Once a Month
Tire Inflation Check
Make sure tires are inflated to the correct pressures. See
“Tires”
in the Index for further details.
Cassette Deck Service
Clean cassette deck. Cleaning should be done every
50 hours of tape play. See “Audio Systems” in the
Index for further details.
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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
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