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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 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.
If you have a trailer towing option with added wiring for
the trailer lamps,
a different turn signal flasher is used.
With this flasher installed, the signal indicator will flash
even if
a turn signal bulb is burned out. Check the front
and rear turn signal lamps regularly to make sure they
are working.
Headlamp HighLow Beam Changer
To change the headlamps from low beam to high or high
to low, pull the multifunction lever all the way toward
you. Then release
it.
When the high beams are
on, this indicator light on
the instrument panel will
also be on.
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When towing a trailer, the green arrows on your
instrument panel
will flash for turns even if the bulbs on
the trailer are burned out. Thus, you may think drivers
behind you are seeing your signal when they are not. It’s
important
to check occasionally to be sure the trailer
bulbs are still working.
Driving On Grades
Reduce speed and shift to a lower gear before you start
down
a long or steep downgrade. If you don’t shift
down, you might have to use
your brakes so much that
they would get hot and no longer work well.
On a long uphill grade, shift down and reduce your
speed to around
45 mph (70 km/h) to reduce the
possibility of engine and transmission overheating.
You should use THIRD (3) when towing a trailer.
Operating your vehicle
in THIRD (3) when towing a
trailer will minimize heat buildup and extend
the life of
your transmission.
Parking on Hills
You really should not park your vehicle, with a trailer
attached, on
a hill. Tf something goes wrong, your rig
could start to move. People can be injured, and both
your vehicle and the trailer can be damaged.
But
if you ever have to park your rig on a hill, here’s
how to do it:
1. Apply your regular brakes, but don’t shift into
PARK
(P) yet. Then turn your wheels into the curb if
facing downhill or into traffic if facing uphill.
2. Have someone place chocks under the trailer wheels.
3. When the wheel chocks are in place, release the
regular brakes
until the chocks absorb the load.
4. Reapply the regular brakes. Then apply your parking
brake and shift into PARK (P).
5. Release the regular brakes.
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Battery
Every new Oldsmobile has a Delco Freedom@ battery.
You never have to add water to one of these. When it’s
time
for a new battery, we recommend a Delco Freedom
battery. Get one that has the replacement number shown
on the original battery’s label.
Vehicle Storage
If you’re not going to drive your vehicle for 25 days or more,
take
off the black, negative (-) cable from the battery. This
will help keep your battery from running down. Contact your retailer to
learn how to prepare your
vehicle for longer storage periods.
Also, for your audio system, see “Theft-Deterrent
Feature”
in the Index.
Bulb Replacement
Before you replace any bulbs, be sure that all the lamps
are off and the engine isn’t running. See “Replacement
Bulbs”
in the Index for the proper type of bulb to use.
Halogen Bulbs
Batteries have acid that can burn you and gas
that can explode. You can be badly hurt if you
aren’t careful. See “Jump Starting” in the Index
for tips on working around
a battery without
getting hurt. Halogen bulbs have pressurized gas inside and
can burst if you drop
or scratch the bulb. You or
others could be injured. Be sure to read and
follow the instructions on the bulb package.
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Composite Headlamps
1. Open the hood.
2. Remove the black
protective caps from the
removal pins at
the top
of the radiator support.
Use a
hex socket to
unscrew the pins.
3. Pull the headlamp lens
4. Unplug the electrical connector.
5. Turn the bulb
counterclockwise
to remove it.
6. Put the new bulb into the headlamp lens assembly
7. Plug in the electrical connector.
8. Put the headlamp lens assembly back into the
and turn it clockwise until it is tight.
vehicle. Install
and tighten the screws.
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Front Turn Signal Lamps
1. Remove the headlamp assembly.
2. Reach down and behind the turn signal lamp assembly.
4. Holding the base of the bulb, pull the bulb straight
out
of the socket.
5. Push the new bulb into the socket until it clicks.
6. Put the socket back into the turn signal lamp
assembly and
turn it clockwise until it locks in place.
Center High-Mounted Stoplamp
1. Remove the two screws.
2. Pull the lamp assembly out.
3. Turn the socket counterclockwise and pull it out.
3. Turn the socket counterclockwise and pull it out.
I 4. Holding the base of the bulb, pull the bulb straight
out
of the socket.
5. Reverse the steps to install a new bulb.
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Taillamps
1. Open the endgate.
2. Remove the'two screws
from the lamp. assembly.
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3. 'Pull the assembly away from the vehicle.
4. Turn the socket counterclockwise to remove it. Push
the tab in while you
turn the s,cjcket counterclockwise.
5. Holding the base of the bulb, pull the bulb straight
out
of the socket.
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6.
7.
8.
9.
Push the new bulb straight into the socket until
it clicks.
Put the socket into the lamp assembly and &m the
socket clockwise until it locks in place.
Install the lamp assembly and screws.
Close the endgate.
Underhood Lamp
1. Disconnect the electrical connector from the underhood lamp assembly.
2. Remove the screws.
3. Disconnect the ground wire.
4. Remove the lamp assembly from the hood.
5. Install the new bulb.
6.- Replace the ass.embly. Install and tighten the screws.
7. Connect the ground wire.
8,. Connect the electrical connector to the lamp assembly.
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Front Reading Lamps
1. Use a coin or small screwdriver to unscrew the
center of
the overhead console lamp lens while
pressing
in on the lamp assembly.
2. Remove the lamp assembly from the console.
3. Remove the bulb assembly from the lamp assembly.
4. Pull the bulb straight out of the base.
5. Put a new bulb into the bulb base.
6. Install the bulb assembly into the lamp assembly.
7. Place the lamp assembly into the console, turning it
to latch it in place.
8. Install the lens.
Vanity Mirror Lamps
1. Insert the blade of a small screwdriver into the center
slot at the bottom of the lens.
2. Gently pry the screwdriver down in order to lift out
the lens.
3. Pry out the bulb.
4. Press the new bulb into place.
5. Slide the side tabs of the lens under the side of the
vanity assembly frame.
6. Rotate the lens downward.
7. Snap the lens into the frame.
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Replacement Bulbs'
Lamps
Halogen Heaalamps, Lomposite Low Beam
Halogen Headlamps, Composite High Beam
Tail and Stoplamps
Turn Signal Lamp
Underhood Lamp
Visor Vanity Mirror Lamps
Overhead Console Reading Lamps
Quantity
2
2
4
2
1
4
2
Number
9006 HB4
9005 HB3
3057
3 157 NA
93
74
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Brakes Adjustment
.................................. 6-29
Master Cylinder
.............................. 6-25
PedalTravel
................................. 6-29
Replacing System Parts
........................ 6-29
Trailer
...................................... 4-47
Wear
....................................... 6-28
Brake System Warning Light
...................... 2-53
Brake-Transmission Shift Interlock Check
........... 7-4 1
Braking ........................................ 4-5
In Emergencies ................................ 4-8
Brightness Control
.............................. 2-32
BTSICheck
................................... 7-41
Bulb Replacement
.............................. 6-30
Lapacities and Specifications
............... 6.57. 6.58
Carbon Monoxide
................ 2-7.2.21.4.40. 4.48
Cargocover
................................... 2-39
Cargo Tie Downs
............................... 2-39
Cassette Tape Player
............................. 3-6
Care
.................................. 3-14, 7-39
Center Seat Positions
............................ 1-36
Certification/Tire Label
.......................... 4-4 I
Chains
Safety
...................................... 4-47
Tire
........................................ 6-43
Changing
a Flat Tire ............................. 5-20
Charging System Light
.......................... 2-S 1
Check Gages Light .............................. 2-59
Checking Your Restraint Systems
.................. 1-42
Chemical Paint Spotting
.......................... 6-50
Child Restraints
................................ 1-32
Securing
in a Rear Outside Seat Position ........... 1-34
Securing
in the Right Front Seat Position ........... 1-36
TopStrap
................................... 1-33
Where to
Put ................................ 1-32
Cigarette Lighter
............................... 2-41
Circuit Breakers and Fuses
....................... 6-53
Cleaner.
Air ................................... 6-13
Cleaning
Aluminum Wheels ............................ 6-49
Fabric
...................................... 6-45
Glass ....................................... 6-47
Inside of Your Vehicle
......................... 6-44
Instrument Panel
............................. 6-46
Leather
..................................... 6-46
Outside of Your Vehicle
........................ 6-48
Stains
...................................... 6-45
Tires
....................................... 6-49
Vinyl ....................................... 6-46
Weatherstrips
................................ 6-47
Wheels
..................................... 6-49
Windshield. Backglass and Wiper Blades
.......... 6-47
Climate Control System
........................... 3-1
Clock
. Setting ................................... 3-6
Comfort Controls
................................ 3-1
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Halogen Bulbs ................................ 6-30
Hazard Warning Flashers
.......................... 5-1
Head Restraints
................................. 1-3
Headlamps
.................................... 2-31
Bulb Replacement
............................ 6-3 1
High/Low Beam Changer ...................... 2-25
OnReminder
................................ 2-31
Wiring
..................................... 6-53
Hearing Impaired. Customer Assistance
.............. 8-3
Heating
........................................ 3-3
Highway Hypnosis
.............................. 4-35
Hill and Mountain Roads
......................... 4-35
Hitches. Trailer
................................. 4-46
Hood
.......................................... 6-6
Horn
......................................... 2-23
Hydroplaning
.................................. 4-3 1
Ignition Positions .............................. 2- IO
Inflation. Tire ............................. 6.38. 7.39
Inside Daymight Rearview Mirror
................. 2-33
Inspections Brakesystem
................................ 7-44
Drive Axle
.................................. 7-44
Exhaust Systems
............................. 7-43
Radiator and Heater Hose
...................... 7-43
Steering
.................................... 7-43
Suspension
.................................. 7-43
Throttle Linkage
.............................. 7-43
Transfer Case
................................ 7-44 Instrument
Panel
............................... 2-46
Cleaning
.................................... 6-46
Cluster
..................................... 2-48
FuseBlock
.................................. 6-53
Interior Lamps
................................. 2-32
Jacking Equipment
............................. 5-21
Jump Starting
................................... 5-2
Keyless Entry System
........................... 2-5
Keys
.......................................... 2-1
Labels
Certificationflire
.............................. 4-41
Fuse
....................................... 6-54
Safety Belt
.................................. 1-43
Service Parts Identification
..................... 6-52
Vehicle Identification Number
................... 6-52
Lamps
........................................ 2-30
Dome
...................................... 2-33
Front Reading
........................... 2-32. 2-35
Interior
..................................... 2-32
OnReminder
................................ 2-31
Leaving Your Vehicle
............................. 2-4
Leaving Your Vehicle
with the Engine Running ....... 2-19
Lighter
....................................... 2-41
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