warning lights Oldsmobile Cutlass 1999 Owner's Manuals

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For example,
these symbols
are used on an
original battery:
CAUTION
POSSIBLE
INJURY
PROTECT
EYES BY
SHIELDING
CAUSTIC
BATTERY
ACID COULD
CAUSE
BURNS
AVOID
SPARKS OR
FLAMES
SPARK OR
FLAME
COULD
EXPLODE
BATTERY
These symbols
are important
for you and
your passengers
whenever your
vehicle is
driven:
DOOR LOCK
UNLOCK
FASTEN
SEAT
BELTS
POWER
WINDOW
AIR BAG
These symbols
have to do with
your lamps:
MASTER
LIGHTING
SWITCH
TURN
SIGNALS
PARKING
LAMPS
HAZARD
WARNING
FLASHER
DAYTIME
RUNNING
LAMPS
FOG LAMPS
These symbols
are on some of
your controls:
WINDSHIELD
WIPER
WINDSHIELD
WASHER
WINDSHIELD
DEFROSTER
REAR
WINDOW
DEFOGGER
VENTILATING
FAN
These symbols
are used on
warning and
indicator lights:
ENGINE
COOLANT
TEMP
BATTERY
CHARGING
SYSTEM
BRAKE
COOLANT
ENGINE OIL
PRESSURE
ANTI-LOCK
BRAKES
Here are some
other symbols
you may see:
FUSE
LIGHTER
HORN
SPEAKER
FUEL
Vehicle Symbols
These are some of the symbols you may find on your vehicle.

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Section 2 Features and Controls
Here you can learn about the many standard and optional features on your vehicle, and information on starting,
shifting and braking. Also explained are the instrument panel and the warning systems that tell you if everything is
working properly
-- and what to do if you have a problem.
2
-2 Keys
2
-4 Door Locks
2
-6 Remote Lock Control (Option)
2
-10 Trunk
2
-12 Theft
2
-13 Passlock

2-13 New Vehicle ªBreak-Inº
2
-14 Ignition Positions
2
-16 Starting Your Engine
2
-17 Engine Coolant Heater (If Equipped)
2
-19 Automatic Transaxle Operation
2
-23 Parking Brake
2
-24 Shifting Into PARK (P)
2
-26 Shifting Out of PARK (P)
2
-27 Parking Over Things That Burn2
-28 Engine Exhaust
2
-28 Running Your Engine While You're Parked
2
-29 Windows
2
-30 Horn
2
-30 Tilt Wheel
2
-31 Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever
2
-38 Exterior Lamps
2
-40 Interior Lamps
2
-42 Mirrors
2
-44 Storage Compartments
2
-47 Sunroof (If Equipped)
2
-48 The Instrument Panel-Your
Information System
2
-50 Instrument Panel Cluster
2
-52 Warning Lights, Gages and Indicators

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ACC (Accessory) (B): This position unlocks the
transaxle. It also lets you use things like the radio and
windshield wipers when the engine is not running. To
use ACC, push in the key and turn it clockwise. Use this
position if your vehicle must be pushed or towed, but
never try to push
-start your vehicle.
ON (C): This position unlocks the ignition and
transaxle. This position is also where the key returns
after you start your engine and release the switch. The
switch stays in ON when the engine is running. But even
when the engine is not running, you can use ON to
operate your electrical power accessories, and to display
some instrument panel warning lights.START (D): This position starts the engine. When the
engine starts, release the key. The ignition switch will
return to ON for normal driving.NOTICE:
If your key seems stuck in OFF and you can't
turn it, be sure you are using the correct key; if
so, is it all the way in? Turn the key only with
your hand. Using a tool to force it could break
the key or the ignition switch. If none of this
works, then your vehicle needs service.

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Exterior Lamps
Turn the turn signal lever end cap up one position to
turn on:

Parking Lamps

Side Marker Lamps

Taillamps

License Plate Lamps

Instrument Panel LightsTurn the turn signal lever end cap up two positions to
turn on:

Headlamps

Parking Lamps

Sidemarker Lamps

Taillamps

License Plate Lamps

Instrument Panel Lights
Turn the switch to OFF to turn all of the lamps off.
Lamps On Reminder
If you open the driver's door and turn off the ignition
while leaving the lamps on, you will hear a
warning chime.

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Instrument Panel Cluster
Your vehicle is equipped with this cluster, which includes indicator warning lights and gages that are explained on the
following pages. Be sure to read them.

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2-52 Tachometer
The tachometer shows your engine speed in revolutions
per minute (rpm).
NOTICE:
Do not run your engine at speeds in the red area,
or engine damage may occur.
Warning Lights, Gages
and Indicators
This part describes the warning lights and gages that
may be on your vehicle. The pictures will help you
locate them.
Warning lights and gages can signal that something is
wrong before it becomes serious enough to cause an
expensive repair or replacement. Paying attention to
your warning lights and gages could also save you or
others from injury.
Warning lights come on when there may be or is a
problem with one of your vehicle's functions. As you
will see in the details on the next few pages, some
warning lights come on briefly when you start the
engine just to let you know they're working. If you are
familiar with this section, you should not be alarmed
when this happens.
Gages can indicate when there may be or is a problem
with one of your vehicle's functions. Often gages and
warning lights work together to let you know when
there's a problem with your vehicle.

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When one of the warning lights comes on and stays on
when you are driving, or when one of the gages shows
there may be a problem, check the section that tells you
what to do about it. Please follow this manual's advice.
Waiting to do repairs can be costly
-- and even
dangerous. So please get to know your warning lights
and gages. They're a big help.
Safety Belt Reminder Light
When the key is turned to ON or START, a chime will
come on for about eight seconds to remind people to
fasten their safety belts, unless the driver's safety belt is
already buckled.
The safety belt light will
also come on and stay on
for about 20 seconds, then it
will flash for about
55 seconds. If the driver's
belt is already buckled,
neither the chime nor the
light will come on.
Air Bag Readiness Light
There is an air bag readiness light on the instrument
panel, which shows the air bag symbol. The system
checks the air bag's electrical system for malfunctions.
The light tells you if there is an electrical problem. The
system check includes the air bag sensor, the air bag
modules, the wiring and the crash sensing and
diagnostic module. For more information on the air bag
system, see ªAir Bagº in the Index.
This light will come on
when you start your engine,
and it will flash for a few
seconds. Then the light
should go out. This means
the system is ready.
If the air bag readiness light stays on after you start the
engine or comes on when you are driving, your air bag
system may not work properly. Have your vehicle
serviced right away.
The air bag readiness light should flash for a few
seconds when you turn the ignition key to ON. If the
light doesn't come on then, have it fixed so it will be
ready to warn you if there is a problem.

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A 50/50 mixture of clean, drinkable water and
DEX
-COOL
coolant will:

Give freezing protection down to
-34F (-37C).

Give boiling protection up to 265F (129C).

Protect against rust and corrosion.

Help keep the proper engine temperature.

Let the warning lights and gages work as
they should.
NOTICE:
When adding coolant, it is important that you use
only DEX
-COOL (silicate-free) coolant.
If coolant other than DEX-COOL is added to the
system, premature engine, heater core or
radiator corrosion may result. In addition, the
engine coolant will require change sooner
-- at
30,000 miles (50 000 km) or 24 months,
whichever occurs first. Damage caused by the use
of coolant other than DEX
-COOL is not
covered by your new vehicle warranty.
What to Use
Use a mixture of one-half clean, drinkable water and
one
-half DEX-COOL coolant which won't damage
aluminum parts. If you use this coolant mixture, you
don't need to add anything else.
CAUTION:
Adding only plain water to your cooling system
can be dangerous. Plain water, or some other
liquid like alcohol, can boil before the proper
coolant mixture will. Your vehicle's coolant
warning system is set for the proper coolant
mixture. With plain water or the wrong mixture,
your engine could get too hot but you wouldn't
get the overheat warning. Your engine could
catch fire and you or others could be burned. Use
a 50/50 mixture of clean, drinkable water and
DEX
-COOL coolant.

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Instrument Panel 2-48 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Cleaning 6
-47 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Cluster 2
-50 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Fuse Block 6
-56, 6-57, 6-58 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Intensity Control 2
-40 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Interior Lamps 2
-40 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Jack, Tire 5-21 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Jump Starting 5
-3 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Key Lock Cylinders Service 7-27 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Keys 2
-2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Labels 6-54 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Certification 4
-31 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Service Parts Identification 6
-54 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Tire
-Loading Information 4-30 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Vehicle Identification Number 6
-54 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Lamps 2
-38 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Exterior 2
-38 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Fog 2
-40 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Interior 2
-40 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Mirror Reading 2
-41 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
On Reminder 2
-38 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Leaving Your Vehicle 2
-6 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Leaving Your Vehicle with the Engine Running 2
-25 . . . . . . . Lights
Air Bag Readiness 1
-22, 2-53 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Anti
-Lock Brake System Warning 2-54, 4-7 . . . . . . . . . . . .
Brake System Warning 2
-54, 6-25 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Charging System Indicator 2
-54 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Check Engine 2
-57 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Check Oil 2
-60, 6-12 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Cruise 2
-61 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Door Ajar 2
-62 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Engine Oil Pressure Warning 2
-59 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Interior 2
-40 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Low Coolant Warning 2
-56, 6-21 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Low Wash 2
-61 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Oil Pressure 2
-59 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Passlock
Warning 2-61 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Safety Belt Reminder 1
-7, 2-53 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Service Vehicle Soon 2
-62 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Loading Your Vehicle 4
-30 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Lock Out Switch 2
-30 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Locks 2
-4 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Cylinders 7
-27 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Door 2
-4 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Key Lock Cylinder Service 7
-27 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Power Door 2
-5 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Rear Door Security 2
-5 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Low Coolant Warning Light 2
-56, 6-21 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Lubricants and Fluids 7
-31 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Lubrication Service, Body 7
-27 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Trunk 2-10 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Lamp 2
-41 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Release Lockout, Remote 2
-11 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Release, Remote 2
-11 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
TTY Users 8
-4 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Turn Signal and Lane Change Signals 2
-31 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Turn Signal On Chime 2
-31 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever 2
-31 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Turn Signals When Towing a Trailer 4
-38 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Underbody Flushing Service 7-29 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Underbody Maintenance 6
-52 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Vehicle
Control 4
-6 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Damage Warnings iv. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Dimensions 6
-63 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Identification Number 6
-54 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Loading 4
-30 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Storage 6
-28 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Ventilation System 3
-6 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Visor Vanity Mirrors 2
-45 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Visors, Sun 2
-45 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Warning Devices 5-2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Warning Lights, Gages and Indicators 2
-52 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Warranty Information 8
-8 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Washer Fluid, Windshield 6
-23 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Washing Your Vehicle 6
-49 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Weatherstrips 6
-49 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Wheel
Alignment 6
-43 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Nut Torque 5
-26, 6-59 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Replacement 6
-43 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Used Replacement 6
-44 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Wrench 5
-21 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Windows 2
-29 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Auto
-Down 2-30 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Lock Out Switch 2
-29 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Power 2
-29 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Windshield Washer 2
-33 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Fluid 2
-33, 6-23 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Fluid Level Check 7
-26 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Windshield Wipers 2
-32, 6-55 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Blade Replacement 6
-36 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Winter Driving 4
-24 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Wiper Blade Check 7
-27 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Wiring, Headlamp 6
-55 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Wrecker Towing 5
-9 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Wrench, Wheel 5
-21 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .