fuses Oldsmobile Cutlass 1999 Owner's Manuals

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If a bulb is burned out, replace it to help avoid an
accident. If the arrow doesn't go on at all when you
signal a turn, check for burned
-out bulbs and then check
the fuse (see ªFuses and Circuit Breakersº in the Index).
Headlamp High/Low Beam Changer
To change the headlamps
from low beam to high
beam, push forward on the
turn signal/multifunction
lever.
To change the headlamps from high beam to low beam,
pull the turn signal lever toward you. When the high
beams are on, a light on the instrument panel will also
be on.
Flash-to-Pass
This feature lets you use your high-beam headlamps to
signal a driver in front of you that you want to pass.
To use it, pull the turn signal/multifunction lever toward
you until the high
-beam headlamps come on, then
release the lever to turn them off.
Windshield Wipers
You control the windshield wipers by moving the stalk
with the wiper symbol on it up or down.
For a single wiper cycle, move the stalk down to MIST,
then release it. For more cycles, hold the stalk
down longer.

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To tow your vehicle with all four wheels on the ground,
follow these steps:
1. Position the vehicle to tow and then secure it.
2. Turn the ignition to OFF.
3. Set the parking brake.
4. Remove the following fuses from the left side of the
instrument panel fuse block: A) Radio, B) Wiper,
H) Powertrain Control Module, K) Body Function
Control Module, Cluster. This will prevent your battery
from draining while towing. See ªInstrument Panel Fuse
Block
- Leftº in Section 6 for the location of these fuses.5. Turn the ignition to ACC.
6. Shift your transaxle to NEUTRAL (N).
7. Release the parking brake.
Remember to replace the fuses once you reach your
destination. To replace a fuse:
1. Set the parking brake.
2. Remove the key from the ignition.
3. Replace the fuse.
NOTICE:
Make sure that the towing speed does not exceed
65 mph (105 km/h), or your vehicle could be
badly damaged.

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Electrical System
Add-On Electrical Equipment
NOTICE:
Don't add anything electrical to your vehicle
unless you check with your dealer first. Some
electrical equipment can damage your vehicle
and the damage wouldn't be covered by your
warranty. Some add
-on electrical equipment can
keep other components from working as
they should.
Your vehicle has an air bag system. Before attempting to
add anything electrical to your vehicle, see ªServicing
Your Air Bag
-Equipped Vehicleº in the Index.
Headlamp Wiring
The headlamp wiring is protected by fuses, one for each
headlamp, in the fuse block. An electrical overload will
cause the lamps to turn off. If this happens, have your
headlamp wiring checked right away.
Windshield Wipers
The windshield wiper motor is protected by an internal
circuit breaker and a fuse. If the motor overheats due to
heavy snow, etc., the wiper will stop until the motor
cools. If the overload is caused by some electrical
problem and not snow, etc., be sure to get it fixed.
Power Windows and Other Power Options
Circuit breakers in the fuse block protect the power
windows and other power accessories. When the current
load is too heavy, the circuit breaker opens and closes,
protecting the circuit until the problem is fixed or
goes away.

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6-56 Fuses and Circuit Breakers
The wiring circuits in your vehicle are protected from
short circuits by a combination of fuses, circuit breakers
and fusible thermal links in the wiring itself.
Look at the silver
-colored band inside the fuse. If the
band is broken or melted, replace the fuse. Be sure you
replace a bad fuse with a new one of the identical size
and rating.
If you ever have a problem on the road and don't have a
spare fuse, you can borrow one that has the same
amperage. Just pick a feature of your vehicle that you
can get along without
-- like the radio or cigarette
lighter
-- and use its fuse, if it is the correct amperage.
Replace it as soon as you can.
There are three fuse blocks in your vehicle: two
instrument panel fuse blocks and the engine
compartment fuse block.Instrument Panel Fuse Block
The instrument panel fuse
blocks are located at each
end of the instrument panel.
To access the fuses, open
the fuse panel door by
pulling out.
To replace the door, insert the hooks at the front end
first, then push the door into the instrument panel to
secure it.

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Engine Compartment Fuse Block
The engine compartment fuse block is located on the
driver's side of the engine compartment, near the
air cleaner.
Fuse Usage
Maxi
-Fuses
1 Ignition Switch
2 Left
-Hand Electrical
Center
-Power Seats, Power
Mirrors, Door Locks, Trunk
Release and Remote Lock Control

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Fuse
Usage
3 Left
-Hand Electrical Center-Stop
Lamps, Hazard Lamps, Body
Function Control Module, Cluster,
Climate Control System
4 Right
-Hand Electrical Center-Fog
Lamps, Radio, Body Function
Control Module, Interior Lamps
5 Ignition Switch
6 Not Used
7 Anti
-Lock Brakes
8 Cooling Fans
Mini
-Relays
9 Rear Defog
10 Not Used
11 Anti
-Lock Brakes
12 Cooling Fan
13 HVAC Blower (Climate Control)
14 Cooling Fans
15 Cooling FansFuse
Usage
Micro
-Relays
16 Air Conditioning Compressor
17 Not Used
18 Fuel Pump
19 Automatic Light Control
20 Automatic Light Control
21 Horn
22 Daytime Running Lamps
Mini
-Fuses
23
- 32 Spare Fuse Holder
33 Rear Defog
34 Accessory Power Outlets, Cigar
Lighter
35 Anti
-Lock Brakes
36 Anti
-Lock Brakes
37 Air Conditioning Compressor,
Body Function Control Module

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Fuse
Usage
38 Automatic Transaxle
39 Powertrain Control Module,
Ignition
40 Anti
-Lock Brakes
41 Ignition System
42 Back
-Up Lamps, Brake-Transaxle
Shift Interlock
43 Horn
44 Powertrain Control Module
45 Parking Lamps
46 Rear Defog, Daytime Running
Lamps, Climate Control SystemFuse
Usage
47 Canister Purge Valve, Powertrain
Control Module, Exhaust Gas
Recirculation, Heated O
2 Sensor
48 Fuel Pump, Injectors
49 Generator
50 Right
-Hand Headlamp
51 Left
-Hand Headlamp
52 Cooling Fan
53 HVAC Blower (Climate Control)
54 Fuse Puller for Mini
-Fuses
55 Tach Test Point for Diagnostic
Testing

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Better Business Bureau Mediation 8-8 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Blizzard 4
-26 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Brake
Adjustment 6
-27 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Fluid 6
-24 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Master Cylinder 6
-24 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Parking 2
-23 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Pedal Travel 6
-27 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Replacing System Parts 6
-27 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
System Warning Light 2
-54, 6-25 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Trailer 4
-36 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Transaxle Shift Interlock 2
-26, 7-28 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Transaxle Shift Interlock Check 7
-28 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Wear 6
-26 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Brakes, Anti
-Lock 2-55, 4-7 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Braking 4
-6 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Braking in Emergencies 4
-9 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Break
-In, New Vehicle 2-13 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
BTSI 2
-26, 7-28 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
BTSI Check 7
-28 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Bulb Replacement 6
-28 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Back
-Up Lamp 6-33 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
CHMSL 6
-32 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Dome Lamp 6
-35 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Front Turn Signal Lamps 6
-31 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Headlamps 6
-29 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Rear Turn Signal Lamp 6
-33 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Stoplamp 6
-33 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Taillamp 6
-33 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Capacities and Specifications 6-62 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Care of Your Compact Disc Player 3
-24 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Cassette Deck Service 7
-26 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Cassette Tape Player 3
-9, 3-13 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Cassette Tape Player Care 3
-23 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
CD Player 3
-13 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
CD Player Theft
-Deterrent Feature 3-19 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Center Console Storage Area 2
-44 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Center High
-Mounted Stop Lamp Bulb Replacement 6-32 . . .
Center Rear Passenger Position 1
-32 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Certification Label 4
-31 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Chains, Safety 4
-36 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Chains, Tire 6
-44 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Changing a Flat Tire 5
-19 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Check Engine Light 2
-57 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Check Oil Light 2
-60, 6-12 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Checking Your Restraint Systems 1
-52 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Chemical Paint Spotting 6
-52 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Child Restraints 1
-37 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Securing in a Rear Outside Seat Position 1
-42 . . . . . . . . . . .
Securing in the Center Rear Seat Position 1
-44 . . . . . . . . . .
Securing in the Right Front Seat Position 1
-46 . . . . . . . . . .
Top Strap 1
-42 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Where to Put 1
-41 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Circuit Breakers and Fuses 6
-56 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Cleaner, Air 6
-16 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Cleaning 6
-45 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Aluminum Wheels 6
-51 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Fabric 6
-45 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Fog Lamps 2-40 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Following Distance with a Trailer 4
-37 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Foreign Countries, Fuel 6
-5 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Fuel 6
-3 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Filling Your Tank 6
-5 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Gage 2
-62 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
In Foreign Countries 6
-5 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Fuses and Circuit Breakers 6
-55 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Gages
Engine Coolant Temperature 2
-56 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Fuel 2
-62 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Garment Hook 2
-46 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
GAWR 4
-31 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Gear Positions, Automatic Transaxle 2
-19 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Glove Box 2
-44 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Gross Axle Weight Rating 4
-31 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating 4
-31 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
GVWR 4
-31 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Halogen Bulbs 6-28 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Hazard Warning Flashers 5
-2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Head Restraints 1
-5 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Headlamps 2
-38 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Bulb Replacement 6
-29 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
High/Low Beam Changer 2
-32 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
On Reminder 2
-38 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Wiring 6
-55 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Hearing Impaired, Customer Assistance 8
-4 . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Heating 3
-4 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
High
-Beam Headlamps 2-32 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Highway Hypnosis 4
-22 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Hill and Mountain Roads 4
-22 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Hitches, Trailer 4
-35 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Hood
Checking Things Under 6
-8 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Release 6
-8 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Horn 2
-30 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Hydroplaning 4
-18 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Ignition Positions 2-14 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Ignition Transaxle Lock Check 7
-29 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Illuminated Entry/Exit 2
-40 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Inflation, Tire 6
-38 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Inside Day/Night Rearview Mirror 2
-42 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Inspections 7
-30 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Brake System 7
-30 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Engine Cooling System 7
-30 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Exhaust System 7
-30 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Front Drive Axle Seal 7
-30 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Front
-Wheel-Drive Axle Boot 7-30 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Radiator and Heater Hose 7
-30 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Steering 7
-30 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Suspension 7
-30 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Throttle System 7
-30 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Parking (Continued)
Lots 2
-12 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Over Things That Burn 2
-27 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
With a Trailer 4
-39 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Passenger Position 1
-20 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Passing 4
-12 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Passing with a Trailer 4
-37 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Passlock
2-13 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Passlock
Warning Light 2-61 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Periodic Maintenance Inspections 7
-30 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Power
Accessory Outlets 2
-46 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Door Locks 2
-5 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Option Fuses 6
-55 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Remote Control Mirror 2
-43 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Seats 1
-3 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Steering 4
-9 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Steering Fluid 6
-22 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Windows 2
-29 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Pregnancy, Use of Safety Belts 1
-19 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Problems on the Road 5
-1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Publications, Service and Owner 8
-10, 8-11, 8-12 . . . . . . . . .
Radiator 5-11 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Radio Reception 3
-21 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Radios 3
-7 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Rain, Driving In 4
-16 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Rear
Door Security Locks 2
-5 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Interior Lock
-Out 1-6 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Outside Seat Position 1
-27 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Safety Belt Comfort Guides 1
-30 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Seat Passengers 1
-27 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Window Defogger 3
-5 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Rear Turn Signal Lamp Bulb Replacement 6
-33 . . . . . . . . . . .
Rearview Mirror 2
-42 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Inside Day/Night 2
-42 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Reclining Front Seatbacks 1
-4 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Recommended Fluids and Lubricants 7
-31 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Recreational Vehicle Towing 4
-28 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Refrigerants, Air Conditioning 6
-63 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Remote
Lock Control 2
-6 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Trunk Release 2
-11 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Trunk Release Lockout 2
-11 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Remote Lock Control 2
-6 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Operation 2
-8 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Replacement
Bulbs 6
-62 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Parts 6
-63 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Wheel 6
-43 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Replacing Safety Belts 1
-52 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Reporting Safety Defects 8
-9 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .