wiper fluid Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme 1996 Owner's Manuals

Windshield Washer
At the top of the multifunction lever, there's a paddle
with the word
PUSH on it. To spray washer fluid on the
windshield, push the paddle. The wipers will run for
several sweeps and then either stop or return to your
preset speed.
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In freezing weather, don't use your washer until
the windshield is warmed. Otherwise the washer
fluid
can form ice on the windshield, blocking
your vision.
Cruise Control
With cruise control, you can maintain a speed of about
25 mph (40km/h) or more without keeping your foot on
the accelerator. This can really help
on long trips. Cruise
(40 km/h). %
- control does not work at speeds below about 25 mph
When you apply your brakes, the cruise control shuts
off.
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Just before you leave the lane, glance quickly over your
shoulder to make sure there isn’t another vehicle in your
“blind” spot.
Once you are moving on the freeway, make certain you
allow a reasonable following distance. Expect to move
slightly slower at night.
When you want to leave the freeway, move to the proper
lane well in advance.
If you miss your exit, do not,
under any circumstances, stop and back up. Drive on to
the next exit.
The exit ramp can be curved, sometimes quite sharply.
The exit speed is usually posted.
Reduce your speed according to your speedometer, not
to your sense of motion. After driving for any distance
at higher speeds, you may tend to think you
are going
slower than you actually are.
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Before Leaving on a Long Trip
Make sure you’re ready. Try to be well rested. If you
must start when you’re not fresh
-- such as after a day’s
work
-- don’t plan to make too many miles that first part
of the journey. Wear comfortable clothing and shoes you
can easily drive in. Is
your vehicle ready for a long trip? If you keep it
serviced and maintained, it’s ready to
go. If it needs
service, have it done before starting out. Of course,
you’ll find experienced and able service experts in Oldsmobile retail facilities all across North America.
They’ll be ready and willing to help if you need it.
Here are some things you can check before
a trip:
0 Windshield Washer Fluid: Is the reservoir full? Are
all windows clean inside and outside?
Wiper Blades: Are they in good shape?
Fuel, Engine Oil, Other Fluids: Have you checked
all levels?
0 Lamps: Are they all working? Are the lenses clean?
0 Tires: They are vitally important to a safe,
trouble-free trip.
Is the tread good enough for
long-distance driving?
Are the tires all inflated to the
recommended pressure?
along your route? Should you delay your trip a short
time to avoid a major storm system?
0 Weather Forecasts: What’s the weather outlook
Maps: Do you have up-to-date maps?
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Glass
Glass should be cleaned often. GM Glass Cleaner (GM
Part
No. 1050427) or a liquid household glass cleaner
will remove normal tobacco smoke and dust films.
Don’t use abrasive cleaners on glass, because they may
cause scratches. Avoid placing decals on the inside rear
window, since they may have to be scraped off later.
If abrasive cleaners
are used on the inside of the rear
window, an electric defogger element may be damaged.
Any temporary license should not be attached across the defogger grid.
Cleaning the Outside of the
Windshield and Wiper Blades
If the windshield is not clear after using the windshield
washer, or if
the wiper blade chatter? when running, wax
‘or other material may be on the blade or windshield.
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Clean the outside of the windshield with GM
Windshield Cleaner, Bon-Ami Powder@ (GM Part
No. 105001 1). The windshield is clean if beads do not
form when you rinse it with water.
Clean the blade by wiping vigorously with a cloth
soaked in full-strength windshield washer solvent. Then
rinse the blade with water.
Wiper blades should be checked
on a regular basis and
replaced when worn.
Weatherstrips
Silicone grease on weatherstrips will make them last
longer, seal better, and not stick or squeak. Apply silicone
grease with a clean cloth at least every six months. During
very cold, damp weather more frequent application may be
required. (See “Recommended Fluids and Lubricants” in
the Index.)

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underbody Flushing &mice ..................... 7-39
'3 Underbody Maintenance 6-57
Underhood Electrical Center ................. 6-64; 6-66
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Dimensions ................................. 6-70
Identification Number ......... .,. ................ 6-59
Loading .................................... 4-27
Storage
..................................... 6-29
Ventilation System ................................ 3-7
Visor Vanity Mirrors
............................. 2-40
Visors. Sun
.................................... 2-40
warning Devices ................................. 5-2
Warning Lights; Gages and Indicators ............... 2-45
Washer Fluid. Windshield
........................ 6-25
Washing Your Vehicle ............................. 6-55
Weatherstrips .................................. 6-54
Wheel
Alignment
..... ; ............................ 6-47
Nut Torque .................................. 5-30
Replacement ................................. 6-47
Wrench
..................................... 5-25
Windows
Auto-hwn
................................. 2-24
Lock
....................................... 2-25
POW^ ........................................ 2-24
Windshield Washer
...................... ! .......... 2-28
Fluid ................................... 2-28, 6-25
Fluid Level
Check ........ ': ..................... 7-36
Blade Replacement ........ i .................. 6-41
FUS~S ........................................ 6-60
Winter Driving ................................. 4-23
Wiring, Headlamp .............................. 6-60
Wrecker
Towing .................................. 5-7
Wrench, Wheel
.................................. 5-25
Windshield Wiper .............................. 2-27
Vehicle Control
...................................... 4-5
Damage Warnings ............................... iv
9-10