cruise control OLDSMOBILE AURORA 1995 Owners Manual

Turn SignalMultifunction Lever Turn Signal and Lane Change Indicator
The lever on the left side of the steering column
includes
your:
Turn Signal and Lane Change Indicator
Cruise Control
Headlamp High-Low Beam
Parking Lamps
Flash-To-Pass Feature
t
The turn signal has two upward (for right) and two
downward (for left) positions. These positions allow you
to signal
a turn or a lane change.
To signal
a turn, move the lever all the way up or down.
When
the turn is finished, the lever will return
automatically.
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If you leave the turn signal on, a chime will sound after
you drive about
3/4 of a mile (1.2 km).
Cruise Control
A green arrow on the instrument panel will flash in the
direction of the turn or lane change.
To signal a lane change, just raise or lower the lever
until the green arrow starts to flash. Hold it there until
you complete your lane change. The lever
will return by
itself when you release
it.
As you signal a turn or a lane change, if the arrows don’t
flash but just stay on, a signal bulb may be burned out
and other drivers won’t see your turn signal.
If a bulb
is burned out, replace it to help avoid an
accident.
If the green arrows don’t go on at all when you signal a
turn, check the fuse (see “Fuses and Circuit Breakers” in
the Index) and for burned-out bulbs. With
cruise control, you can maintain a speed
of about
25 mph (40 km/h) or more without keeping your foot on
the accelerator. This can really help on long trips.
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Cruise control does not work at speeds below about
25 mph (40 kmh).
When you apply your brakes, the cruise control shuts
off.
If your vehicle is in cruise control when the traction
control system begins to limit wheel spin, the cruise
control will automatically disengage. (See “Traction
Control System” in the Index.) When road conditions
allow you to safely use it again, you may turn the cruise
control back on.
To Set Cruise Control
1. Move the cruise control switch to ON.
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2. Get up to the speed you want. To Resume a Set Speed
3. Push in the SET button at the end of the lever and
release
it. The CRUISE light on your instrument
panel will come on.
4. Take your foot off the accelerator pedal. Suppose
you set your cruise control at
a desired speed
and then you apply the brake. This,
of course, shuts off
the cruise control. But you don’t need to reset it. Once
you’re going about
25 mph (40 km/h) or more, you can
move the cruise control switch from
ON to RES/ACC
(Resume/Accelerate) for about half a second.
You’ll
go right back up to your chosen speed and stay
there.
If you hold the switch at RES/ACC longer than half a
second, the vehicle will keep going faster until you
release the switch or apply
the brake. You could be
startled and even lose control.
So unless you want to go
faster, don’t hold the switch at REWACC.
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To Increase Speed While Using Cruise
Control
There are two ways to go to a higher speed. Here’s the
first:
1. Use the accelerator pedal to get to the higher speed.
2. Push the button at the end of the lever, then release
the button and the accelerator pedal. You’ll now
cruise at the higher speed.
Here’s the second way to
go to a higher speed:
I. Move the cruise switch from ON to RES/ACC. Hold
it there until you get up to the speed you want, and
then release the switch.
2. To increase your speed in very small amounts, move
the switch to REWACC for less than half a second
and then release
it. Each time you do this, your
vehicle
will go about 1 mph (I .6 km/h) faster.
The accelerate feature will only work after you turn on
the cruise control by pushing the
SET button.
To Reduce Speed While Using Cruise
Control
There are two ways to reduce your speed while using
cruise control:
0 Push in the button at the end of the lever until you
reach the lower speed you want, then release
it.
0 To slow down in very small amounts, push the
button for less than half a second. Each time
you do
this, you’ll go
1 mph (1.6 km/h) slower.
Passing Another Vehicle While Using
Cruise Control
Use the accelerator pedal to increase your speed. When
you take your foot off the pedal, your vehicle will slow
down
to the cruise control speed you set earlier.
If you increase your speed over 20 mph (32 km/h),
cruise control will be disabled. You will then have
to
reset your cruise control.
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Using Cruise Control on Hills
How well your cruise control will work on hills depends
upon your speed, load, and the steepness of the hills.
When going up steep hills, you may have to step on the
accelerator pedal to maintain your speed. When going
downhill, you may have to brake or shift to a lower gear to
keep your speed down. Of course, applying the brake takes
yon out of cruise control. Many drivers find this to be
too
much trouble and don’t use cruise control on steep hills.
To Get Out of Cruise Control
There are two ways to turn off the cruise control:
Step lightly on the brake pedal; or
Move the cruise switch to OFF. (The CRUISE light
will go out.)
To Erase Cruise Control Memory
When you turn off the cruise control or the ignition, or
shift into
PARK (P), your cruise control set speed
memory is erased.
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Remember: Anti-lock doesn't change the time you need
to get your
foot up to the brake pedal. If you get too
close to the vehicle in front of you, you won't have time
to apply your brakes
if that vehicle suddenly slows 01-
stops. Always leave enough 1-0om up ahead to stop. even
though you have anti-lock brakes.
To Use Anti-Lock
Don't pump the brakes. Just hold the brake pedal down
and let anti-lock work for you. You may hear
a motor or
clicking noise during a hard stop. but this is normal.
Traction Control System
Your vehicle has a traction control system that limits
wheel spin. This is especially useful
in slippery road
conditions. The system operates only
if it senses that one
or both of the front wheels are spinning or beginning to
lose traction. When this happens, the system works the
front brakes and reduces engine power (by shutting off
fuel injectors and managing engine spark) to
limit wheel
spin.
The TRACTION ACTIVE light will come on when
your traction control system
is limiting wheel spin. See
"Traction Control System Active Light"
in the Index.
You may feel the system working, or you may notice
some noise, but this is normal.
If yo~~r vehicle is in
cruise control when the traction control system begins to
limit wheel spin, the cruise control will automatically
disengage. When road conditions allow you to safely
use
it again, you may re-engage the cruise control. (See
"Cruise Control"
in the Index.)
TRACTION
OFF
When the system is on, the TRACTION OFF warning
light
will come on to let you know if there's a problem
with your traction control system. See "Traction Control
System Warning Light"
in the Index. When this warning
light is on, the system
will not limit wheel spin. Adjust
your driving accordingly.
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1 I 1 Fuse Usage -
Position Circuitrv
1
2
3
4
5
4
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
1s
16
17
18
19
20
Supplemental Inflatable Restraint (Air Bag)
Il?jectors
Anti-Lock Brake System
Left Exterior Lamps
Turn Signal Lamps 1n.jector.s
Climate Controls, Magnetic Speed Right Exterior Lamps
Chime (Ignition
1 ), Memory Set
Powertrain Control
Module Cruise
Control, VATS PASS-Key%
Auxiliary Power
Interior Lamps
Brake-Transaxle Shift Interlock, Heated
Oxygen Sensor: Linear
EGR
Driver Information Center
Radio
Climate Control Relay
Windshield Wipers
Cigar Lighter
Crank,
Air Bag Module
Climate Control Blower
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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
SLI~~ 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.
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. Inspect other brake parts, including
calipers, parking brake, etc.
You may need to have your
brakes inspected more often
if your driving habits or
conditions result
in frequent braking.
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Chemical Paint Spotting .......................... 6-49
Children and Safety Belts
................... 1.30 . 1-40
Chilcl
Restraints
................................ 1-32
Cigar Lighters
................................. 2-56
Circuit Breakers and Fuses
....................... 6-54
Cleaner. Air
.............................. 6- 14.6-61
Cleaning
Aluminum Wheels ........................... 6-48
Antenna .................................... 3-3 1
Cassette Player and Tapes ...................... 3-29
Compact Discs .............................. 3-30
Fabric
..................................... 6-44
Glass ...................................... 6-46
Inside Your Aurora
........................... 6-43
Instrument Panel
............................. 6-46
Leather
.................................... 6-46
Outside Your Aurora
.......................... 6-47
Safety Belts
................................. 6-46
Underbody Maintenance
....................... 6-49
Vinyl
...................................... 6-45
Weatherstrips
............................... 6-47
Windshield and Wiper Blacks
................... 6-47
Clock. Setting the
................................ 3-9
Cluster
. Instrument Panel ......................... 2-60
Comfort Controls
Automatic Electronic Climate Control
............. 3- I
Dual Temperature Control ...................... 3-6
Steering Wheel Touch Controls
.................. 3-8
Compact Disc Care
............................. 3-30
City Driving ................................... 4-18 Compact
Disc Player
....................... 3- 13 . 3-21
Compact Spare Tire
............................. 5-29
Control
of a Vehicle .............................. 4-5
Controls . Features and ............................ 2-1
Convenience Net ............................... - 3-52
Coolant
Checking and Adding .................... 5- 16 . 6-20
Engine
..................................... 6-19
Engine . Temperature Gage ..................... 2-69
Heater
..................................... 2-18
Proper Mixture
to Use ........................ 6-19
Safety Warnings
................... 5- I3 . 5- 16. 5-17
Cornering Lamps
............................... 2-40
Courtesy Lamps
................................. - 7-9
Cruise Control ................................. 2-34
Cupholders
.................................... 2-55
Customer Assistance Hearing/Speech Impaired
....................... 8-2
Satislhctioll Procedure ......................... 8-1
Daytime Running Lamps ........................ 2-41
Defensive Driving
............................... 4-1
Dcfogger. Rear Window .......................... 3-7
Defrost
........................................ 3-6
Disc Brake Wear Indicators
....................... 6-25
Disposal
of Used Oil ............................ 6-14
Distance to Destination
.......................... 2-77
Door Asjar Reminder ............................. 2-4
DoorLocks
..................................... 2-3
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