wipers Oldsmobile Intrigue 2002 Owner's Manuals

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Ignition Positions
With the key in the ignition switch, you can turn the key
to four different positions.
Your ignition switch is located on the instrument panel.
A (OFF): This position locks your ignition and
transaxle. It's a theft
-deterrent feature. It's also the
only position from which you can remove your key.
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.
B (ACCESSORY): This position lets you turn off the
ignition. It also lets you use things like the radio and
windshield wipers when the engine is off. In this position
your steering wheel will unlock. Use ACCESSORY if you
must have your vehicle pushed or towed.
C (ON): This position is where the key returns to
after you start the vehicle. With the engine off, you
can use ON to display some of your warning and
indicator lights.
D (START): This position starts your engine.

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Tilt Wheel
A tilt wheel allows you to adjust the steering wheel
before you drive. You can raise it to the highest level
to give your legs more room when you exit and enter
the vehicle.
The lever that enables you to tilt the steering wheel is
located on the left side of the steering column.
To tilt the wheel, hold the wheel and pull the lever.
Move the wheel to a comfortable level, then release the
lever to lock the wheel in place.
Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever
The lever on the left side of the steering column
includes the following:

Turn and Lane
-Change Signals

Headlamp High/Low
-Beam Changer

Flash
-to-Pass Feature

Windshield Wipers

Windshield Washer
For information on the exterior lamps, see ªExterior
Lampsº later in this section.

2-37 Flash-to-Pass Feature
With the lever in the low-beam position, pull the
lever toward you momentarily to switch to high beams
(to signal you are going to pass). If you have the
headlamps on, they will return to low beams when
you release the lever.
Windshield Wipers
Use this lever located on the right side of the steering
wheel to operate the windshield wipers.
OFF: Move the lever to OFF to turn off the
windshield wipers.INT (Intermittent): Move the lever to INT to choose a
delayed wiping cycle. Turn the INT ADJ band down for
a longer delay or up for a shorter delay. The further the
INT ADJ band is turned upward, the shorter the delay
will be and the further the INT ADJ band is turned
downward, the longer the delay will be. The wiper speed
can only be adjusted when the lever is in the INT
position. Use this position for light rain or snow.
LO (Low Speed): Move the lever up to the first setting
past INT, for steady wiping at low speed.
HI (High Speed): Move the lever up to the second
setting past INT, for steady wiping at high speed.
MIST: Move the lever all the way down to MIST for a
single wiping cycle. Hold it there until the windshield
wipers start; then let go. The windshield wipers will stop
after one wipe. If you want more wipes, hold the band
on MIST longer.
Heavy snow or ice can overload the wipers. If this
occurs, a circuit breaker will stop the wipers until the
motor cools. So, be sure to clear any ice and snow from
the windshield wiper blades before using them. If the
wiper blades are frozen to the windshield, carefully
loosen them, or warm the windshield before turning the
wipers on. If your blades do become worn or damaged,
get new blades or blade inserts.

2-38 Windshield Washer
At the end of the lever on right side of the steering
wheel, is a wiper symbol.
To spray washer fluid on the windshield, push the button
on the end of the lever. The wipers will run for several
cycles and then either stop or return to the preset speed.
CAUTION:
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.
The LOW WASHER
FLUID light, located on the
instrument panel will come
on when your vehicle is low
on washer fluid.
If you see this light while driving, your vehicle's washer
fluid is low. You should refill the windshield washer
fluid reservoir as soon as possible so that you'll have
washer fluid when you need it.

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The main components of your instrument panel are listed below:
A. Side Window Defogger Vents
B. Instrument Panel Vents
C. Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever
D. Instrument Panel Cluster
E. Windshield Wipers/Washer Fluid Lever
F. Cruise Control (CRUISE) Button
G. Hazard Warning Button
H. Instrument Panel Fuse Block
I. Instrument Panel Brightness Thumbwheel
J. Fog Lamp Switch (If Equipped)
K. Trunk Lid Release Button
L. Storage BinM. Trip Odometer
N. Tilt Wheel Lever (located on the steering
wheel column)
O. Audio Steering Wheel Controls (If Equipped)
P. Horn
Q. Cruise Control Buttons
R. Ignition Switch
S. Heated Seat Switches, (If Equipped)
T. Accessory Power Outlets
U. Comfort Controls
V. Audio System
W. Glove Box

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Passenger Compartment Air Filter
The passenger compartment air filter is located
underneath the hood just below the windshield wiper
arm on the passenger's side of the vehicle (underneath
the air inlet grille).
The filter traps most of the pollen from air entering the
module. Like your engine's air cleaner/filter, it may
need to be changed periodically. For information on how
often to change the passenger compartment air filter, see
ªMaintenance Scheduleº in the Index.
To change the passenger compartment air filter, use the
following steps:
1. Turn off the ignition when the windshield wipers are
in the up position.
2. Raise the hood.
3. Disconnect the windshield washer pump hose from
the fender rail and air inlet grille.
4. Peel back the hood weatherstrip from the passenger's
side of the vehicle halfway to the center of the
engine compartment.5. Remove the air inlet grille retainers.
6. Remove the air inlet grille.
7. Remove the air deflector grille in the compartment.
8. Remove the old passenger compartment air filter.
9. Then reverse the steps to install the new air filter.
For the type of air filter to use, see ªNormal
Maintenance Replacement Partsº in the Index.

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Windshield Wiper Blade
Replacement
Windshield wiper blades should be inspected at
least twice a year for wear or cracking.
See ªWindshield Wipers, Blade Checkº in the
Index for more information.
Replacement blades come in different types and are
removed in different ways. For the proper type and
length, see ªNormal Maintenance Replacement Partsº
in the Index.
Here's how to remove the wiper blades:
1. Pull the windshield wiper arm away from
the windshield.
2. Push the release lever and slide the wiper assembly
toward the driver's side of the vehicle.
3. Install a new blade by reversing Steps 1 and 2.

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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 separate left and
right headlamp fuses in the underhood fuse block.
An electrical overload will cause a lamp to go off and
remain off. If this happens, have your headlamp system
checked right away.
Windshield Wipers
The windshield wiper motor is protected by a circuit
breaker and a fuse. If the motor overheats due to heavy
snow or ice, the wiper will stop until the motor cools.
If the overload is caused by some electrical problem,
have it fixed.
Power Windows and Other Power Options
Circuit breakers in the fuse panel 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.
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.
This greatly reduces the chance of fires caused by
electrical problems.
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.

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To remove the main fuse block cover, follow
these steps:
1. Remove the remote positive (+) terminal cap. See
ªRemote Positive (+) Terminalº in the Index.
2. Turn the knob on the front of the fuse
cover counterclockwise.
3. Pull off the cover.
The main underhood fuse block (B) contains
the following:Maxi Fuses Description
1 Cooling Fans
2 Crank
3 Power Seats, Rear Defog,
Trunk Release
4 HVAC Controls, Hazard Flasher,
CHMSL, Body Control Module,
Stoplamps, Power Mirrors
5 HVAC Controls, Compass
Mirror, Cruise Control,
PRNDL Lamp, Powertrain
Control Module (PCM)
6 Cooling Fans
7 Body Control Module, Cigar
Lighter, Accessory Power
Outlet, Audio Systems,
Keyless Entry System,
I/P Cluster, HVAC Controls
8 Turn Signals, Air Bag System, I/P
Cluster, Body Control Module,
Windshield Wipers