instrument panel OLDSMOBILE SILHOUETTE 1995 User Guide

Headlamp High-Low Beam Changer
To change the headlamps from high to low beam, or low
to high, simply pull the turn signal lever all the way
toward you. Then release it.
When the high beams are on, a blue light on the
instrument cluster will
also be on.
Fog Lamps
Slide the lower lever on the lights control panel up to
turn
on the fog lamps, down to turn them off. An
indicator light next to the control will glow when the fog
lamps are on.
Your headlamps must be on for your fog lamps to go on.
Although your fog lamps will go off when your high
beams are on, high beams are not recommended for
driving in fog.
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Compact Overhead Console
If your Silhouette is equipped with the optional sunroof,
your vehicle will
use a compact overhead console.
The overhead console includes two reading lamps and a
storage compartment.
To turn either reading lamp on or off, press the switch
next to
it.
If you have the optional power sliding door, your
overhead console will also have two power sliding door
switches.
To operate these switches, see “Power Sliding
Door” in the Index.
Interior Lamps Control
Slide the upper lights control (located to the left of the
instrument panel cluster) all the way up to turn on the
interior lamps.
Center Dome Lamp
This lamp is located in the center of your vehicle and
has no switch
of its own. It will go on each time you
open the doors, unless you turn the interior lights
override switch
in the center instrument panel console
to OFF.
If you have the optional rear climate control, you will
not have a center dome lamp.
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Rear Interior Lamps
The rear dome lamp also has two reading lamps.
The dome lamp will go on each time you open the
doors, unless you
turn the interior lights override switch
in the center instrument panel console to OFF.
To turn on either reading lamp, press the switch next to it.
There are also two lamps in the liftgate to light the rear
cargo area. These will come on each time you open the liftgate, unless the interior
lights override switch is in
the
OFF position.
Interior Lights Override Switch
This switch is located to the left of the cigarette lighter
in the center instrument panel console. It has two
positions,
DOOR (on) and OFF, and overrides all
interior lamps except the reading lamps.
The interior lamps go
on each time you open the doors.
You can
turn off these lamps so that the doors may be
left open without running down the battery by turning
the interior lights override switch to
OFF.
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Bun Visors Cupholders/Ashtray/Lighter
To block out glare, you can swing down the visors. You
can also remove them from the center mount and swing
them
to the side.
Visor Vanity Mirrors
Lift the cover to expose the vanity mirror.
Two cupholders, an ashtray and a lighter are located in
the center instrument panel console.
The foam cupholder liners can be removed for cleaning.
Should the liners ever become damaged, see your
retailer
for replacements.
To use the ashtray, lift the lid.
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Locking Storage Bin
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At the base or me center instrument panel console is a
storage bin. Use the door key to lock and unlock it.
To
open the bin, pinch the latch release. Inside the storage
bin will find
a coinholder.
To remove the bin for cleaning, open it part way, then
pull out and slightly up.
To clean the inside of the bin, vacuum or wipe with a
slightly damp cloth.
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The Instrument Panel -- Your Information System
Your instrument panel is designed to let you know at a glance how your vehicle is running. You’ll know how fast
you’re going, how much fuel you’re using, and many other things you’ll need to drive safely and economically.
Refer to the accompanying diagram
of your instrument panel to locate the components listed below.
1. Side Vents 13. Audio System
2. Lamp Controls
14. Rear Fan Controls
3. Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever 15. CupholderdAshtray
4. Tilt Steering Wheel Lever 16. Locking
Storage Bin
5. Instrument Cluster 17. Lighter
6. Gearshift Lever
18. Interior Lights Override Switch
7. Wiper/Washer Controls 19. Traction Control Switch (Option: 3800 Engine)
8. Center Vents
20. Climate Controls
9. Storage Compartment 21. Hazard Warning Flashers Switch
10. Side Vents
22. Ignition Switch
1 1. Circuit BreakedRelay Panel 23. Horn
12. Glove BoxRuse Panel
24. Steering Wheel Touch Controls (Option)
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Instrument Panel Cluster (3800 V6 Shown, 3.1L V6 Similar)
Your cluster includes indicator warning lights and gages that are explained on the following pages.
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Safety Belt Reminder Light
When the key is turned to RUN 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 until the driver’s belt is buckled.
Air Bag Readiness Light
There is an air bag readiness light on the instrument panel,
which shows the words AIR BAG. 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 sensors and module, the wiring and the
diagnostic module. For more information on the air bag
system, see “Air Bag” in the Index.
AIR BAG
You will see this light flash
for a few seconds when you
turn your ignition to
RUN
or START. Then the light
should go out. This means
the system
is ready.
If the air bag readiness light doesn’t come on when you
start your vehicle, or stays on, or comes on when you
are driving, your air bag system may not work properly.
Have your vehicle serviced right away.
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Low Traction Light (Option)
If your vehicle has the
traction control system,
there will be a
LOW
TRACTION light on
the instrument panel.
LOW
TRACTION
When your anti-lock system is adjusting brake pressure
to help avoid a braking
skid, or when your traction
control system is limiting wheel spin, the
LOW TRACTION light will come on. Slippery road
conditions may exist if this light comes on,
so adjust
your driving accordingly. The light will come
on and
stay on for four seconds when your anti-lock system
adjusts brake pressure for 'less than four seconds or
when your traction control system limits wheel spin
for
less than four seconds. Otherwise, the light will go out
as soon as the anti-lock system stops adjusting brake
pressure or the traction control system stops limiting
wheel spin. The
LOW TRACTION
light also comes on briefly, as a
bulb check, when the engine is started. If the light
doesn't come on then, have it fixed
so it will be there to
tell you when the system is active.
Engine Coolant Temperature Gage
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This gage shows the engine coolant temperature. If the
gage pointer moves into the red area, your engine is too
hot! It means that your engine coolant has overheated. If
you have been operating your vehicle under normal
driving conditions, you should pull
off the road, stop
your vehicle and turn
off the engine as soon as possible.
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The liftgate ajar symbol on your instrument panel will
come
on if your liftgate is not completely closed.
Power Sliding Door Warning Light
With the optional power sliding door, the sliding door
ajar symbol
on your instrument panel will come on if
your sliding door is not completely closed.
If you shift the transaxle out of PARK (P) while the
sliding door is open or in the process
of closing, and the
power sliding door enable switch is
in the ON position,
the power sliding door warning light will flash and a
buzzer will sound.
This is a warning that the sliding
door is not completely closed.
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