warning lights OLDSMOBILE INTRIGUE 1998 Owners Manual

These are some of the symbols you may find on your vehicle.
For example,
these symbols
are used on an
original battery:
POSSIBLE A
CAUTION
INJURY
PROTECT EYES BY
SHIELDING
CAUSTIC
BURNS
SPARK
OR ,\I/,
COULD FLAME
EXPLODE BATTERY
These symbols are important
for you and
your passengers
whenever your
vehicle is
driven:
DOOR LOCK
UNLOCK
a
FASTEN SEAT
BELTS
These symbols have
to do with
your lamps:
SIGNALS e
TURN
RUNNING
*':**o
DAYTIME LAMPS
FOG LAMPS $0
These symbols
;II% on some of
your controls:
WINDSHIELD
WIPER
WINDSHIELD DEFROSTER
WINDOW
DEFOGGER
VENTILATING FAN
These symbols are used on
warning and
indicator lights:
COOLANT -
TEMP -
CHARGING I-1
BATTERY
SYSTEM
BRAKE
(0)
ENGINE OIL e,
PRESSURE
ANTI-LOCK
(@)
BRAKES
Here are some
other symbols
you may see:
FUSE
LIGHTER
n
HORN )b(
SPEAKER
b
FUEL m
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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.
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2-20
2-24
2-25
2-27 Keys
Door Locks
Keyless Entry System
Trunk
Theft
Passlock@
New Vehicle “Break-In”
Ignition Positions Starting Your Engine
Engine Coolant Heater (If Equipped)
Automatic Transaxle Operation
Parking Brake
Shifting Into PARK
(P)
Shifting Out of PARK (P) 2-27
2-28
2-28
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2-30
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2-40
2-43
2-46
2-49
2-50 2-55 Parking Over Things That Burn
Engine Exhaust
Running Your Engine While You’re Parked
Windows Tilt Steering Wheel
Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever
Exterior Lamps
Interior
Lamps
Mirrors
Storage Compartments
Power Sunroof (If Equipped)
Instrument Panel
-- Your Information System
Warning Lights, Gages and Indicators
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Ignition Positions
A
hB
Your ignition switch is located on the instrument panel.
With the ignition key
in the switch, you can turn the
switch to four positions:
OFF (A): Before you put the key into the ignition switch,
the switch is in OFF. It’s also the only position from which
you can remove your
key. This position locks your
ignition and transaxle. It’s a theft-deterrent feature.
ACC (B): This position lets you use things like the
radio and windshield wipers when the engine is off.
Your steering wheel will unlock. Use
ACC if you must
have your vehicle pushed
or towed. This position lets
you turn off the ignition.
ON (C): This position is where the key returns after you
start the vehicle. With the engine
off, you can use ON to
display some of your warning and indicator lights.
START (D): This position starts your engine.
A warning chime will sound if you open the driver’s
door when the ignition is in OFF, ACC or ON and the
key is in the ignition.
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
The lamp controls are located on the multifunction
lever on the left
of the steering wheel. They control
these systems:
Headlamps
Taillamps
Parking Lamps
License Lamps
0 Sidemarker Lamps
0 Instrument Panel Lights
Turn the end of the lever to this symbol to turn on
the headlamps and other operating lamps.
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- Turn the end of the lever to this symbol to turn
on the parking and other operating lamps without the
headlamps.
Turn the end of the lever to
OFF to turn off the lamps.
A warning chime will sound if you open the driver’s
door when you turn the ignition switch to
OFF or ACC
with the lamps on.
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Instrument Panel Cluster
Your instrument panel cluster includes indicator warning lights and gages that are explained on the following pages.
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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. 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, 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.
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Engine Coolant
The cooling s stem in your vehcle is filled with
DEX-COOL
J engine coolant. This coolant is designed
to remain in your vehicle for
5 years or 150,000 miles
(240
000 km) whichever occurs first, if you add only
DEX-COOL’ extended life coolant.
The following explains your cooling system and how to
add coolant when it is low. If you have a problem with
engine overheating
or if you need to add coolant to your
radiator, see “Engine Overheating” in the Index.
A 50150 mixture of water and DEX-COOL@
coolant will:
0 Give freezing protection down to -34°F (-37°C).
Give boiling protection up to 265 “F (129°C).
0 Protect against rust and corrosion.
0 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.
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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
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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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Trunk. Remote Release .......................... 2- 13
TrunkLock .................................... 2-13
Trunk Mounted CD Changer
...................... 3-20
TTYUsers
..................................... 8-4
Turn Signal and Lane Change Indicator
............. 2-3 1
Turn Signal On Chime
........................... 2-32
Turn SignalMultifunction Lever
................... 2-3 1
Turn Signals When Towing a Trailer
................ 4-36
Underbody Flushing Service
..................... 7- 16
Underbody Maintenance ......................... 6-53
Vehicle Control
...................................... 4-6
Damage Warnings
.............................. iv
Dimensions ................................. 6-63
Identification Number
......................... 6-55
Loading
.................................... 4-29
Storage
..................................... 6-30
Ventilation System
............................... 3-8
Visor Vanity Mirrors
............................ 2-48
warning Devices
............................... 5-2
Warning Lights. Gages and Indicators
............... 2-55
Warranty Information
............................. 8-8
Washer Fluid
Adding
..................................... 6-26
What to Use
................................. 6-26
Windshield
.................................. 6-26
Washing Your Vehicle
........................... 6-51
Weatherstrips
.................................. 6-50
What to
Do with Used Oil ........................ 6-15
Wheel Alignment
.................................. 6-45
NutTorque
.................................. 5-32
Replacement
................................. 6-45
Used Replacement
............................ 6-46
Wrench
..................................... 5-27
Windows
..................................... 2-29
Auto-Down
................................. 2-29
Lock Out Switch
............................. 2-30
Power
...................................... 2-29
Windshield Washer
............................. 2-34
Fluid
.................................. 2-34. 6-26
Fluid Level Check
............................ 7-13
Windshield Wipers
.............................. 2-33
Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement
.............. 6-38
Windshield Wipers Wiring
........................ 6-56
Winter Driving
................................. 4-25
Wiper Blade Check
............................. 7-14
Wiring. Headlarnp .............................. 6-56
WreckerTowing
................................. 5-9
Wrench. Wheel
................................. 5-27
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