set clock Oldsmobile Bravada 2002 Owner's Manuals

Table of Contents (cont'd)
Your Driving, the Road and Your Vehicle
Defensive Driving
Drunken Driving
Control of a Vehicle
Braking
SteeringDriving Tips for Various Road Conditions
Operating Your Vehicle Off Paved Roads
Recreational Vehicle Towing
Loading Your Vehicle
Towing a Trailer Heating and Air Conditioning
Setting the Radio Clock
Radio/Cassette Player/CD PlayerRadio Theft-Deterrent Feature
Steering Wheel Controls
Hazard Warning Flashers
Jump Starting
Towing Your VehicleEngine Overheating
Changing a Flat Tire
If You're Stuck
Problems on the Road Your Driving and the Road Comfort Controls and Audio Systems
Section
3
Section
4
Section
5
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To idle your vehicle with the automatic headlamp
system off, set the parking brake while the ignition is
off. Then start your vehicle. The automatic headlamp
system will stay off until you release the parking brake,
or until you shift out of park.
You may be able to turn off your automatic headlamp
system. See ªDaytime Running Lamps (DRL)º later in
this section for more information.
As with any vehicle, you should turn on the regular
headlamp system when you need it.
Lamps On Reminder
A reminder tone will sound when your headlamps or
parking lamps are manually turned on, the driver's door
is open and your ignition is in LOCK or ACCESSORY.
To turn the tone off, turn the knob all the way
counterclockwise. In the automatic mode, the headlamps
turn off once the ignition key is in LOCK.
Daytime Running Lamps
Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) can make it easier
for others to see the front of your vehicle during
the day. DRL can be helpful in many different
driving conditions, but they can be especially helpful
in the short periods after dawn and before sunset.
Fully functional daytime running lamps are required
on all vehicles first sold in Canada.
The DRL system will make your headlamps come on
at reduced brightness when the following conditions
are met:

The ignition is on,

the exterior lamps knob is in automatic
headlamp mode,

the light sensor detects daytime light, and

the transmission is not in PARK (P).
When the DRL are on, only your headlamps will be on.
The taillamps, sidemarker and other lamps won't be on.
The instrument panel won't be lit up either.

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Section 3 Comfort Controls and Audio Systems
In this section, you'll find out how to operate the comfort control and audio systems offered with your vehicle.
Be sure to read about the particular systems supplied with your vehicle.
3
-2 Comfort Controls
3
-6 Air Conditioning
3
-6 Heating
3
-6 Defogging and Defrosting
3
-7 Rear Window Defogger
3
-8 Ventilation System
3
-10 Audio Systems
3
-10 Setting the Clock
3
-11 AM-FM Stereo with Cassette Tape and
Compact Disc Player with Programmable
Equalization and Radio Data System (RDS)3
-20 AM-FM Stereo with 6-Disc Compact Disc
Player with Programmable Equalization and
Radio Data System (RDS) (If Equipped)
3
-34 Theft-Deterrent Feature
3
-34 Audio Steering Wheel Controls
3
-35 Understanding Radio Reception
3
-35 Tips About Your Audio System
3
-36 Care of Your Cassette Tape Player
3
-37 Care of Your Compact Discs
3
-37 Care of Your Compact Disc Player
3
-37 Diversity Antenna System
3
-37 Chime Level Adjustment

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Comfort Controls
This section tells you how to make your air systems
work for you.
With these systems, you can control the heating,
cooling and ventilation in your vehicle. Your vehicle
also has a flow
-through ventilation system described
later in this section.
Comfort Controls Personalization
(If Equipped)
If your vehicle is equipped with memory seats and
mirrors, you can store and recall the climate control
settings for temperature, air delivery mode and fan
speed for two different drivers. The personal choice
settings recalled are determined by the transmitter used
to enter the vehicle. After the button with the unlock
symbol on a remote keyless entry transmitter is pressed,
the climate control will adjust to the last settings of the
identified driver. The settings can also be changed by
pressing one of the memory buttons (1 or 2) located on
the driver's door. When adjustments are made, the new
settings are automatically saved for that driver.
Automatic Dual Zone Comfort
Control System
With this system, you can select different comfort
control settings for the driver and passengers.
Driver's Side Temperature Knob
The driver's side knob is used to adjust the temperature
of the air coming through the system on the driver's
side. Turn the knob counterclockwise to lower the cabin
temperature. The display will show the temperature
decreasing as you turn the knob counterclockwise.

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Turn the knob clockwise to increase the cabin
temperature. The display will show the temperature
increasing as you turn the knob clockwise. When this
knob is adjusted, the word DRIVER will be displayed
under the temperature setting. If the passenger's set
temperature has not been adjusted, this knob controls
both the driver's and passenger's air temperature.
Passenger's Side Temperature Knob
The passenger's side knob can be used to change the
temperature of the air coming through the system
on the passenger's side of the vehicle. Turn the knob
counterclockwise to lower the cabin temperature.
The display will show the temperature decreasing as
you turn the knob counterclockwise. Turn the knob
clockwise to increase the cabin temperature. The display
will show the temperature increasing as you turn the
knob clockwise. When this knob is adjusted, only the
word PASS will be displayed under the temperature
setting. The temperature to the rear seat area is
controlled by using this knob.
Once this knob is used, the passenger's set temperature
will remain independent of the driver's until the ignition
has been turned off.Fan Switch
The switch with the fan symbol allows you to manually
adjust the fan speed. Press the up arrow to increase fan
speed and the down arrow to decrease fan speed.
MODE Button
Press this button to manually select the air delivery
mode to the floor, panel or windshield outlets. The
system will stay in the selected mode until the MODE
button is pressed again or the AUTO button is pressed.
Display
In full AUTO mode, the automatic climate control
system display will show the outside temperature,
labeled EXT for external temperature, and AUTO.
If you press the MODE button to select an air delivery
mode, the display will change to also show you the
current system mode. If you press the up or down
arrows on the fan switch, the display will change
to show the selected fan speed. After five seconds,
the display will change to show the EXT temperature
and the selected manual setting.

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Automatic Operation
Press the AUTO button to set the system to automatically
control the air delivery mode, fan speed, air temperature
and recirculation operations. Whenever you press
AUTO, the display will change to show the current
driver's set temperature, automatic air delivery mode
and fan speed. Press the AUTO button again within
five seconds and the display will show the passenger's
set temperature. After five seconds the display will
change to the EXT (external) temperature outside
the vehicle.
When AUTO is selected, the air conditioning operation
and air inlet will be automatically controlled. The air
conditioning compressor will run when outside
temperature is over approximately 40
F (4
C).
The air inlet will normally be set to outside air. If it's
hot outside, the air inlet will automatically switch to
recirculated inside air to help quickly cool down
your vehicle.
To find your comfort setting, start with a 74
F (23
C)
temperature setting and allow about 20 minutes for the
system to regulate. Turn the driver's or passenger's
side temperature knob clockwise or counterclockwise
to adjust the temperature setting as necessary. If you
choose the temperature setting of 60
F (15
C),
the system will remain at the maximum cooling settingand fan speed. If you choose the temperature setting
of 90
F (32
C), the system will remain at the
maximum heat setting and fan speed. Choosing either
maximum setting will not cause the system to heat or
cool any faster.
Be careful not to cover the sensor located on the top of
the instrument panel near the windshield. This sensor
regulates air temperature based on sun load, and also
turns on your headlamps.
The EXT (exterior) temperature sensor is located in the
front of the vehicle behind the grille. The displayed
temperature is most accurate after the vehicle has been
moving for a few minutes. If the vehicle is stopped and
then restarted within 2 1/2 hours, the sensor will be hot
from the engine heat. In this case, the temperature first
displayed will continue to be the temperature that was
displayed before the vehicle was turned off. The display
will update after the vehicle has been moving for a few
minutes and the sensor has a chance to cool down to
the actual temperature.
To avoid blowing cold air in cold weather, the system
will delay turning on the fan until warm air is available.
The length of delay depends on engine coolant
temperature. Pressing the fan switch will override
this delay and change the fan to a selected speed.

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On hot days, open the windows long enough to let hot
inside air escape. This reduces the time it takes for your
vehicle to cool down. Then keep your windows closed
for the air conditioner to work its best.
By pressing the AUTO button the system will cool and
dehumidify the air inside the vehicle. Also while in this
mode, the system will maximize its performance by
using recirculation as necessary.
On cool, but sunny days use the bi
-level mode to deliver
warmer air to the floor and cooler air to the instrument
panel outlets. To warm or cool the air delivered, turn the
temperature control to the desired setting.
Heating
Press AUTO and adjust the temperature by turning
the temperature knob clockwise or counterclockwise.
You may also adjust the automatic system manually
by pressing the MODE button and selecting floor.
Again, adjust the temperature by turning the
temperature knob clockwise or counterclockwise.Outside air will be heated and sent through the floor
outlets. The heater works best if you keep the windows
closed while using it.
Defogging and Defrosting
On cool, humid days, use defog to keep the windshield
and side windows clear. Use the FRONT defrost button
to remove fog or ice from the windshield quickly in
extremely humid or cold conditions.
If you select FRONT defrost or defog from AUTO,
the system will control the fan speed. Adjust the
temperature and fan speed to your comfort level.
After the windshield is clear, adjust the temperature
to your normal setting and press the AUTO button to
return to AUTO mode and fan control.
For maximum front defrost performance under
extreme icing or frosting conditions, increase the
temperature setting to 90
F (32
C) and increase
the fan speed to high.

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You can adjust certain comfort control functions using
the controls on your steering wheel.
(Fan): Press the up arrow to increase the fan speed
and the down arrow to decrease the fan speed.
(Temperature): Press the up arrow to increase the
temperature of the air flowing through the system and
the down arrow to decrease the temperature of the air
flowing through the system.
Audio Systems
Your audio system has been designed to operate easily
and give years of listening pleasure. You will get the
most enjoyment out of it if you acquaint yourself with it
first. Find out what your audio system can do and how
to operate all its controls, to be sure you're getting the
most out of the advanced engineering that went into it.
Setting the Clock
Press and hold HR until the correct hour appears.
The letters AM or PM may appear on the display
for AM or PM. Then, press and hold MN until the
correct minute appears. The clock may be set with the
ignition on or off. In addition, the clock can also be
automatically set, when tuned to an RDS station that
is broadcasting time, by pressing and holding the HR
and the MN button at the same time. The display will
show TIME UPDATED. If there is no time available,
NO UPDATE will be displayed.

3-11 AM-FM Stereo with Cassette Tape and
Compact Disc Player with Programmable
Equalization and Radio Data System (RDS)
Standard radio--Bose
not shown
Playing the Radio
VOLUME POWER: Press this control to turn the
system on and off. To increase volume, turn the control
clockwise. Turn it counterclockwise to decrease volume.SCV: Your system has a feature called
Speed
-Compensated Volume (SCV). With SCV,
your audio system adjusts automatically to make up for
road and wind noise as you drive. Set the volume at the
desired level. Press this button to select MIN, MED,
MAX or OFF. Each choice allows for more volume
compensation at faster vehicle speeds. Then, as you
drive, SCV automatically increases the volume, as
necessary, to overcome noise at any particular speed.
The volume level should always sound the same to you
as you drive. If you don't want to use SCV, select OFF.
If your vehicle has the Bose radio, your audio system
monitors the noise in your vehicle. Then, SCV
automatically adjusts the volume so that it always
sounds the same to you. To use SCV, press the SCV
button until SPD COMP ON appears on the display.
To turn SCV off, press the SCV button until SPD
COMP OFF appears on the display.

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TP CD: With a compact disc in the player and the radio
playing, press this button to play a compact disc. Press
AM FM to return to the radio when a compact disc is
playing. Press TP CD to switch between the tape and
compact disc if both are loaded. The inactive tape or CD
will remain safely inside the radio for future listening.
The display will show TAPE and CD icons.
(Eject): Press this button to remove the tape.
The radio will play. Eject may be activated with either
the ignition or radio off. Cassettes may be loaded with
the radio and ignition off if this button is pressed first.
Cassette Tape Messages
(
Tight Tape): is displayed when the tape is tight and the
player can't turn the tape hubs. Remove the tape. Hold
the tape with the open end down and try to turn the right
hub counterclockwise with a pencil. Turn the tape over
and repeat. If the hubs do not turn easily, your tape may
be damaged and should not be used in the player. Try a
new tape to make sure your player is working properly.
(Broken Tape): is displayed when the tape is broken.
Try a new tape.
(Wrapped): is displayed when the tape is wrapped
around the tape head. Attempt to get the cassette out.
Try a new tape.If any error occurs repeatedly or if an error can't be
corrected, please contact your dealer. If your radio
displays an error message, write it down and provide
it to your dealer when reporting the problem.
(Clean Playr): This message may also appear on the
radio display to indicate that the cassette tape player
needs to be cleaned. It will still play tapes, but you
should clean it as soon as possible to prevent damage
to the tapes and player. For additional information see
ªCare of Your Cassette Tape Playerº in the Index.
Playing a Compact Disc
With the ignition on, insert a disc partway into the slot,
label side up. The player will pull it in and the disc
should begin playing. If you want to insert a CD when
the ignition is off, first press the eject (upward pointing
triangle) button or the TUNE RCL P
-TYPE control.
When the disc is inserted, the CD symbol will be
displayed. If you select an EQ setting for your CD,
it will be activated each time you play a CD.
As each new track starts to play, the track number
will appear on the display. If an error appears on the
radio display, see ªCompact Disc Messagesº later in
this section.