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Starter Switch Check Brake-Transaxle Shift Interlock (BTSI) Check
When you are doing this check, the vehicle could move suddenly.
If it does, you or others could be
injured. Follow the steps below.
I ’ A CAUTION:
When you are doing this check, the vehicle coul
move suddenly.
If it does, you or others could be
injured. Follow the steps below.
1. Before you start, be sure you have enough room
around the vehicle.
2. Firmly apply both the parking brake (see “Parking
Brake” in the Index if necessary) and the
regular brake.
NOTE: Do not use the accelerator pedal, and be
ready to turn off the engine immediately if
it starts.
3. Try to start the engine in each gear. The starter
should work only in PARK (P)
or NEUTRAL (N), If
the starter works in any other position, your vehicle
needs service.
1. Before you start, be sure you haw - nough room
around the vehicle. It should be parKed on a
level surface.
2. Firmly apply the parking brake (see “Parking Brake”
in the Index if necessary).
NOTE: Be ready to apply the regular brake
immediately if the vehicle begins to move.
3. With the engine off, turn the key to the ON position,
but don’t start the engine. Without applying the
regular brake,
try to move the shift lever out of
PARK (P) with normal effort. If the shift lever
moves
out of PARK (P), your vehicle’s BTSI
needs service.
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Ignition Transaxle Lock Check
While parked, and with the parking brake set, try to turn
the ignition key to
OFF in each shift lever position.
The key should turn to OFF only when the shift lever
is in PARK (P).
0 The key should come out only in OFF.
Parking Brake and Automatic Transaxle PARK (P)
Mechanism Check
When you are doing this check, your vehicle
could begin to move. You or others could be
injured and property could be damaged. Make
sure there is room in front of your vehicle in case
it begins to roll. Be ready to apply the regular
brake
at once should the vehicle begin to move.
Park on a fairly steep hill, with the vehicle facing
downhill. Keeping your foot on the regular brake, set the
parking brake.
0 To check the parking brake’s holding ability: With
the engine running and transaxle in
NEUTRAL (N),
slowly remove foot pressure from the regular brake
pedal.
Do this until the vehicle is held by the parking
brake only.
0 To check the PARK (P) mechanism’s holding ability:
With the engine running, shift to PARK
(P). Then
release
all brakes.
Underbody Flushing Service
At least every spring, use plain water to flush any
corrosive materials from the underbody. Take care
to clean thoroughly any areas where mud and other
debris can collect.
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Part C: Periodic
Maintenance Inspections
Listed below are inspections and services which should be
performed at least twice a year (for instance, each spring
and fall).
You should let your retailer’s service department
or other qualiJied service center do these jobs. Make sure
any necessary repairs are completed at once.
Proper procedures to perform these services may be
found in a service manual. See “Service and Owner
Publications” in the Index.
Steering, Suspension and Front Drive Axle
Boot and Seal Inspection
Inspect the front and rear suspension and steering
system for damaged, loose or missing parts, signs of
wear or lack of lubrication. Inspect the power steering
lines and hoses for proper hook-up, binding, leaks,
cracks, chafing, etc. Clean and then
axle boot seals for damage, tears or
seals if necessary.
Exhaust System Inspection
Inspect the complete exhaust system. inspect
the drive
leakage. Replace
Inspect the body near
the exhaust system. Look for broken, damaged, missing
or
out-of-position parts as well as open seams, holes, loose
connections or other conditions which could cause a heat build-up in
the floor
pan or could let exhaust fumes into
the vehicle. See “Engine Exhaust” in the Index.
Engine Cooling System Inspection
Inspect the hoses and have them replaced if they are
cracked, swollen or deteriorated. Inspect all pipes, fittings
and clamps; replace as needed. Clean the outside
of the
radiator and air conditioning condenser.
To help ensure
proper operation, a pressure
test of the cooling system
and pressure cap
is recommended at least once a year.
Throttle System Inspection
Inspect the throttle system for interference or binding,
and for damaged or missing parts. Replace parts as
needed. Replace any components that have high effort
or excessive wear. Do not lubricate accelerator and
cruise control cables.
Brake System Inspection
Inspect the complete system. Inspect brake lines and
hoses for proper hook-up, binding, leaks, cracks,
chafing, etc. Inspect disc brake pads for wear and rotors
for surface condition. Inspect other brake parts,
including calipers, parking brake, etc. Check parking
brake adjustment. You may need to have your brakes
inspected more often if your driving habits
or conditions
result in frequent braking.
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1998 OLDSMOBILE SERVICE PUBLICATIONS ORDERING INFORMATION
The following publications covering the operation and servicing of your vehicle can be purchased by filling out
the Service Publication Order Form in this book and mailing it\
in with your check, money order,
or credit card information to Helm, Incorporated (address below.)
CURRENT PUBLICATIONS FOR 1998 OLDSMOBILE
SERVICE MANUALS
Service Manuals have the diagnosis and repair information
on engines, transmission, axle, suspension, brakes,
electrical, steering, body, etc. RETAIL SELL PRICE: $90.00
TRANSMISSION, TRANSAXLE, TRANSFER CASE UNIT REPAIR MANUAL
This manual provides information on unit repair service
procedures, adjustments and specifications for the
1998 GM transmissions, transaxles and transfer cases.
RETAIL SELL PRICE: $40.00
SERVICE BULLETINS
Service Bulletins give technical service information needed
to knowledgeably service General Motors cars and trucks.
Each bulletin contains instructions to assist in the
diagnosis and service of your vehicle.
PLEASE COMPLETE THE ORDER FORM SHOWN ON
THE FOLLOWING PAGE AND MAIL
TO:
Helm, Incorporated P.O. Box 07130 Detroit, MI 48207
OWNER’S INFORMATION
Owner publications are written directly for Owners and
intended to provide basic operational information about the
vehicle. The owner’s manual will include the Maintenance
Schedule for all models.
In-Portfolio: Includes a Portfolio, Owner’s Manual and
Warranty Booklet. RETAIL SELL PRICE:
$1 5.00
Without Portfolio: Owner’s Manual only.
RETAIL SELL PRICE:
$1 0.00
CURRENT & PAST MODEL ORDER FORMS
Service Publications are available for current and past
model GM vehicles. To request an order form, please
specify year and model name of the vehicle.
OR ORDER TOLL FREE: 1-800-782-4356
Monday-Friday 8:OO AM - 6:OO PM Eastern Time
For Credit Card Orders Only
(VISA-MasterCarcGDiscover)
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Clock. Setting the ................................ 3-9
Comfort Controls
................................ 3-2
Compact Disc Player
............................ 3-14
Compact Spare Tire
............................. 5-35
Compass Calibration
............................ 2-45
Compass Variance
.............................. 2-44
Control of a Vehicle
.............................. 4-6
Convenience Net
............................... 2-48
Convex Outside Mirror
.......................... 2-46
Coolant
....................................... 6-21
Adding
..................................... 6-23
Checking
................................... 6-23
Heater. Engine
............................... 2-18
HOW to Add
............................ 5.19. 5.21
RecoveryTank
............................... 5-19
To Use Engine Heater ......................... 2-19
Whattouse
................................. 6-22
Cooling System
................................ 5-17
Courtesy Lamps ................................ 2-40
Courtesy Transportation
........................... 8-6
Cruise Control
................................. 2-35
Ending
...................................... 2-37
Increasing Speed While Using
................... 2-36
Light
....................................... 2-64
Passing Another Vehicle While Using
............. 2-37
ResumingaSetSpeed
......................... 2-36
Setting
..................................... 2-35
Cupholder, Center Console
....................... 2-47
Customer Assistance for Text Telephone Users
......... 8-4
Customer Assistance Information
................... 8-1
Customer Satisfaction Procedure
.................... 8-2
UsingonHills
............................... 2-37
Cupholder, Rear Console
......................... 2-47 Damage,
Finish
............................... 6-53
Damage. Sheet Metal
............................ 6-53
Daytime Running
Lamps ......................... 2-39
Defects. Reporting Safety
......................... 8-8
Defensive Driving
............................... 4-2
Defogger. Rear Window
.......................... 3-9
Defogging
..................................... 3-4
Defrosting
..................................... 3-4
Delayed Illumination
............................ 2-41
Dimen ions. Vehicle
............................ 6-63
Dolby
B Noise Reduction 3-13. 3-17
DoorLocks
..................................... 2-4
Drive. Automatic Transaxle
....................... 2-22
DriverPosition
................................. 1-11
Driving Caught
In a Blizzard .......................... 4-27
DeadBattery
................................... 5-3
8 ..................
City ........................................ 4-20
Defensive
.................................... 4-2
Drunken
..................................... 4-3
Freeway
.................................... 4-21
InaBlizzard
................................. 4-27
IntheRain
.................................. 4-17
Night
...................................... 4-16
On Curves .................................. 4-11
On Grades While Towing a Trailer
............... 4-36
On
Hill and Mountain Roads .................... 4-23
On Snow or Ice
.............................. 4-26
Throughwater
............................... 4-19
WetRoads
.................................. 4-17
In
Foreign Countries
........................... 6-5
9-3
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Driving (Continued)
Winter
...................................... 4-25
With a Trailer
................................ 4-34
Drunken Driving
................................ 4-3
Electrical Equipment. Adding
.......... 2- 18.3.26. 6.56
Electrochromic Daymight Rearview Mirror
with
Compass and Map Lamps ....................... 2-43
Engine
....................................... 6-10
Coolant
..................................... 6-21
Coolant Heater
............................... 2-1 8
Coolant Level Check
.......................... 7-13
Coolant Temperature Gage
..................... 2-59
Exhaust
...................... 2-13.2-28.4-28. 4-34
FuseBlock
.................................. 6-60
Identification
................................ 6-55
OilLevelCheck
.............................. 7-13
Overheating
................................. 5-15
Running While Parked ......................... 2-28
Specifications
................................ 6-63
Starting Your
................................ 2- 17
Engine Coolant
................................. 6-21
Electrical System
............................... 6-56
Engine Coolant Temperature Gage
................. 2-59
EngineOil
.................................... 6-11
Additives
................................... 6-14
Checking
................................... 6-12
How to Reset the Change Oil Light
............... 6-15
Used
....................................... 6-15
What Kind to Use
............................. 6- 13
Warning Light
............................... 2-62 WhentoAdd
................................ 6-12
Whentochange
.............................. 6-14
Engine Overheating
............................. 5-15
Enhanced Traction System
......................... 4-9
Ethanol
........................................ 6-4
Exit Illumination
............................... 2-42
Exterior Lamps
................................. 2-38
Fabric Cleaning
............................... 6-48
Filling a Portable Container
........................ 6-8
Filling Your Tank ................................ 6-5
Filter. Passenger Compartment Air
................. 6-17
Finish Damage ................................. 6-53
First Gear. Automatic Transaxle
................... 2-23
Flashers. Hazard Warning
......................... 5-2
Flash-to-Pass
.................................. 2-32
Flat Tire. Changing
............................. 5-25
FogLamps
.................................... 2-39
Following Distance with a Trailer
.................. 4-35
Foreign Countries. Fuel
........................... 6-5
French LanguageManual
11
FrontTowing .................................. 5-11
Fuel
.......................................... 6-3
Filling Your Tank
.............................. 6-5
Gage
....................................... 2-65
In Foreign Countries
........................... 6-5
Fuses and Circuit Breakers
....................... 6-56
Finishcare
.................................... 6-51
.. ...........................
Gages
Engine Coolant Temperature
.................... 2-59
Fuel ....................................... 2-65
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GAWR ....................................... 4-30
Gear Positions. Automatic Transaxle
................ 2-20
GloveBox
.................................... 2-46
Gross Axle Weight Rating
........................ 4-30
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating
...................... 4-30
Guide en Francais
11 .. .................................
GVWR ....................................... 4-30
Halogen Bulbs
................................ 6-31
Hazard Warning Flashers
.......................... 5-2
Head Restraints
................................. 1-5
Headlamps Aiming
..................................... 6-33
Wiring
..................................... 6-56
Hearing Impaired. Customer Assistance
.............. 8-4
Bulb Replacement
............................ 6-3 1
High/Low Beam Changer ...................... 2-32
Heating
........................................ 3-4
High-Beam Headlamps
.......................... 2-32
Highway Hypnosis
.............................. 4-23
Hill and Mountain Roads
......................... 4-23
Hitches. Trailer
................................. 4-34
Hood
if Steam Is Coming From Your Engine .............. 5- 15
Ignition Positions ............................... 2-16
Ignition Transaxle Lock Check
.................... 7-16
Illuminated Entry
............................... 2-40
Illumination on Door Handle Activation
............. 2-41
Illumination on Remote Activation ................. 2-11
Inflation. Tire
.................................. 6-40
Inside Daymight Rearview Mirror
................. 2-43
Inspections
.................................... 7-17
Brake System
................................ 7-17
Engine Cooling System
........................ 7-17
Exhaust Systems
............................. 7-17
Front-Wheel-Drive Axle Boot
.................. 7-17
Front-Wheel-Drive Axle Seal
................... 7-17
Steering
.................................... 7-17
Suspension
.................................. 7-17
Throttle System
.............................. 7-17
Instrument Panel
............................... 2-50
Brightness Control
............................ 2-40
Cleaning
.................................... 6-49
Cluster
..................................... 2-52
FuseBlock
.................................. 6-57
Interior Lamps
................................. 2-40
Checking Things Under
......................... 6-8
Release
...................................... 6-9 .................................... J ack. Tire 5-27
How to Reset the Change Oil Light
................. 6-15 Jump Starting ................................... 5-3
Hydroplaning
.................................. 4-19 Key in the Ignition ............................. 2-14
Key Lock Cylinders Service
...................... 7-14
If a Tire Goes Flat .............................. 5-24 Keyless Entry System ............................ 2-8
If No Steam Is Coming From Your Engine ........... 5- 16 Keys .......................................... 2-2
How
to Reset the Engine Oil Life Monitor
........... 6- 15
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' Labels 1 ................................. Certification 4-30
Service Parts Identification ..................... 6-55
Tire-Loading Information
...................... 4-29
................... 1 Vehicle Identification Number 6-55
I Lamps Exterior
.................................... 2-38
Interior
..................................... 2-40
Last Door Closed Locking
.......................... 2-7
Lights Leaving Your Vehicle with the Engine Running ....... 2-26
Air Bag Readiness
....................... 1-21, 2-56
Anti-Lock Brake System Warning
............ 2-57, 4-7
Brake System Warning
......................... 2-56
Change Oil Light
............................. 2-64
Charging System Indicator
...................... 2-56
Enhanced Traction System Warning
.......... 2-58, 4-9
Low Coolant Warning
.................... 2-60, 6-23
Low Traction
............................ 2-59, 4-9
Low Washer Fluid Warning
..................... 2-64
Safety Belt Reminder
...................... 1-6, 2-55
Service Vehicle Soon
.......................... 2-65
Loading Your Vehicle
........................... 4-29
Lock Out Switch, Window
........................ 2-30
Interior
..................................... 2-40
Low Oil Level 2-63
...............................
Oilwarning ................................. 2-62
Security
.................................... 2-64
ServiceEngineSoon
.......................... 2-60
Lockout Prevention 2-7
..............................
Locks Cylinders
................................... 7-14
Door
........................................ 2-4
PowerDoor
.................................. 2-4
RearDoorSecurity
............................. 2-5
Loss of Control 4-14
LowOilLevelLight
............................ 2-63
Key
Lock Cylinder Service
..................... 7-14
Low Coolant Warning Light
................. 2-60, 6-23
Low Traction Light
......................... 2-59, 4-9
Lubricants and Fluids
............................ 7-18
Lubrication Service, Body
........................ 7-14
................................
Magnetic Speed Sensitive Steering ................ 4-11
Maintenance. Normal Replacement Parts
............ 6-64
Maintenance Record
............................ 7-20
Maintenance Schedule
............................ 7-1
Owner Checks and Services
..................... 7-13
Periodic Maintenance Inspections
................ 7-17
Recommended Fluids and Lubricants
............. 7-18
Scheduled Maintenance Services
.................. 7-4
Maintenance, Underbody
......................... 6-53
Maintenance When Trailer Towing
................. 4-37
Making Turns with a Trailer
...................... 4-35
Malfunction Indicator Lamp
...................... 2-60
Matching Transmitters To Your Vehicle
............. 2-11
Introduction
.................................. 7-2
ManualFrontSeat
....................,.......... l-2
Methanol ...................................... 6-4
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Mirrors ....................................... 2-43
Convex Outside
.............................. 2-46
Power Outside
............................... 2-46
MountainRoads
................................ 4-23
Multifunction Lever
............................. 2-3 1
Inside
Daymight Rearview
..................... 2-43
Net. Convenience
.............................. 2-48
Neutral. Automatic Transaxle
..................... 2-2 1
New Vehicle “Break-In” ......................... 2- 15
Nightvision
................................... 4-16
Normal Maintenance Replacment Parts
.............. 6-64
Odometer
.................................... 2-53
Odometer. Trip
................................. 2-54
Off-Road Recovery
............................. 4- 13
Oil. Engine
.................................... 6-11
Outside Mirrors
................................ 2-46
Overheating Engine
............................. 5 - 15
Owner Checks and Services
....................... 7- 13
Owner Publications. Ordering
................. 8-9. 8-10
Paint Spotting. Chemical ........................ 6-53
PARK (P)
Shifting Into
................................. 2-25
Shifting Out
of ............................... 2-27
PARK (P). Automatic Transaxle
................... 2-20
Parking AtNight
.................................... 2-14
Brake
...................................... 2-24
Brake Mechanism Check
....................... 7-16
Lots
....................................... 2-14 Over Things
That Burn
........................ 2-27
With a Trailer
................................ 4-36
Passenger Compartment Air Filter
.................. 6-17
Passing
....................................... 4-13
Passing with a Trailer
............................ 4-35
Passlock@
..................................... 2-14
Power Passenger
Position
.............................. 1 . 19
Periodic Maintenance Inspections
.................. 7-17
Accessory Outlets
............................ 2-48
DoorLocks
................................... 2-4
Outside Mirrors .............................. 2-46
Seats
........................................ 1-3
Steering
.................................... 4-11
Steering Fluid
................................ 6-25
Sunroof
..................................... 2-49
Windows
................................... 2-29
Howtocheck
............................... 6-25
WhattoUse
................................. 6-25
When to Check
............................... 6-25
PowerSunroof
................................. 2-49
Pregnancy, Use of Safety Belts
.................... 1-18
Problems on the Road ............................ 5-1
Programmable Automatic Power Door Locks .......... 2-6
Publications, Service and Owner
.................... 8-9
Radiator ..................................... 5-21
How to Add Coolant to the
..................... 5-21
Radiator Pressure Cap
......................... 6-24
Radio Reception
................................ 3-25
Radios .................................. 3-10, 3-14
Power
Steering
9-7
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SafetyChains .................................. 4-34
Safety Defects. Reporting
......................... 8-8
Safety Warnings and Symbols ....................... 111
Scheduled Maintenance Services .................... 7-4
Seatback Reclining Front
.......................... 1-3
Seats Controls
..................................... 1-2
ManualFront
................................. 1-2
Power
....................................... 1-3
Rear
........................................ 1-5
Securing
a Child Restraint ...................... 1-42
Split Folding Rear
............................. 1-5
Second Gear. Automatic Transaxle
................. 2-23
Security Light
.................................. 2-64
Service
........................................ 6-2
Bulletins. Ordering
............................ 8- 10
Manuals. Ordering ............................ 8- 10
Parts Identification Label ....................... 6-55
Publications. Ordering
..................... 8.9. 8- 10
Work. Doing Your Own ......................... 6-2
Service and Appearance Care ...................... 6- 1
Service and Owner Publications .................... 8-9
Service Engine Soon Light ....................... 2-60
Service Publications
.............................. 8-9
Servicing Your Air Bag-Equipped Vehicle ........... 1-26
Sheet Metal Damage
............................ 6-52
ShiftLever
.................................... 2-25
Shifting Automatic Transaxle Operation
.................. 2-20
Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster
..................... 1 - 13
...
Restraint Systems .............................. 1 . 1
IntoPARK(P) ............................... 2-25 SignalingTurns
................................ 2-31
Skidding
...................................... 4-15
Sound Equipment. Adding
................... 3.26. 6.56
Spare Tire. Compact
............................. 5-35
Specifications and Capacities
...................... 6-63
Specifications. Engine
........................... 6-63
Speech Impaired. Customer Assistance
............... 8-4
Speedometer
................................... 2-53
SRS ......................................... 1-19
Starter Switch Check ............................ 7-15
Starting Your Engine ............................ 2-17
Steam ........................................ 5-15
In Emergencies ............................... 4-12
Magnetic Speed Sensitive
...................... 4-11
Tips ........................................ 4-11
Wheel. Tilt
.................................. 2-30
Storage Compartments
........................... 2-46
Storage. Vehicle
................................ 6-30
Stuck:
In Sand. Mud. Ice or Snow .................. 5-36
Sunvisors
.................................... 2-48
Sunroof. Power
................................ 2-49
Supplemental Restraint System
.................... 1-19
Symbols. Vehicle .................................. v
Steering ...................................... 4-11
Power
...................................... 4-11
Tachometer
.................................. 2-54
Theft-Deterrent Feature. CD Player
................ 3-23
‘Theft
......................................... 2-14
THEFTLOCK
rM ................................ 3-23
Thermostat
.................................... 6-24
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