OLDSMOBILE SILHOUETTE 1997 Owners Manual

Automatic Compass Calibration
The compass is self-calibrating which eliminates the
need to manually set the compass. When the vehicle is
new,
the calibration process may not be complete. In
these cases the calibration symbol, C, will be displayed
where
the compass reading is normally displayed.
To calibrate the compass: In an area free from large metal
objects, make three
360" turns. The calibration symbol
will turn
off and the compass reading will be displayed.
Manual Compass Calibration
If the compass appears erratic and the calibration
symbol does not appear, you must manually put
the
compass into the calibration mode.
Turn the ignition on and cycle the DIC to the
CompadTernperature mode. Press both the E/M and
MODE buttons for at least
10 seconds until the
calibration symbol appears. Release both buttons and
complete three
360" turns in an area free from large
metal objects.
The calibration symbol will turn off and
the compass reading will be displayed.
Error Displays
An error of the vehicle's speed sensor or fuel sender
0 In the absence of vehicle communications, a double
will
cause
-E- to be displayed.
dash,
--, is displayed.
Trip Computer
There are five trip computer displays which may be
stepped through by pushing the MODE button. The
information will appear
in the following order:
0
0
0
0
0
Average Fuel Economy (AVG ECON) - This shows
the average fuel economy since the last reset.
Instantaneous Fuel Economy (INST ECON)
- This
shows fuel economy for the most recent second
of driving.
Trip Range (RANGE)
- This shows the estimated
distance that can be traveled with the remaining fuel.
The fuel economy used to calculate range is based on
the last few hours
of driving.
Trip Fuel Used (FUEL USED)
- This shows the
accumulated fuel used since the last reset.
Average Speed (AVG
SPEED) - This shows the
average speed since the last reset.
Resetting the Trip Computer
Press and hold the MODE and E/M buttons for at least
two seconds. The reset
is acknowledged with the display
showing all segments on for a period of half
a second. A
reset can only be done
in AVG ECON, FUEL USED
and AVG
SPEED displays. Resetting affects all three
displays regardless of what display you are in.
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Cunholders Storage Bin
There are cupholders on the inboard side of the front
passenger seat and the right side of the second row
bench seat.
To use the cupholders, simply pull down the tray. Keep
the trays up when not
in use.
Your vehicle has storage compartments and cupholders
on either side
of the vehicle, next to the third row seats.
The back of the seats have cupholders that can be used
when the seatbacks are folded down.
At the base of the center instrument panel console, there
is a storage bin,
To open the bin, lift the latch release
and the door will fold down.
Inside the bin,
you will find a tray that slides out. Slide
the tray all the way toward the rear
of the vehicle until
the tray locks onto
the plastic tabs at the end of the guide
rails. The tray holds
CDs or cassettes in the center area.
You can also store cassettes
in the left side area. The
right side area can hold either
the coinholder, which lifts
out, or another cassette. The tray can be removed for
cleaning or when you want to replace the selection
of
CDs or cassettes. Slide the tray back into the storage bin
before closing the bin door.
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Removing and Replacing the Tray
To remove the tray, slide it almost all the way out. Don’t
let the tray lock over the plastic tabs at the end of the
guide rails
(A). Lift the tray out of the guide rails. The
rubber mat under the tray also lifts out for cleaning.
When the rubber mat is replaced, be sure the tabs at the
back
of the mat are seated in the slots at the back of the
storage bin. The
dividers
in the tray can be removed by squeezing the
plastic tabs on the bottom
of the dividers, while pulling up.
Replace the dividers by sliding them down until the tabs
click into place.
To replace the tray, line up the guides on the bottom of
the tray with the guide rails in the storage bin door. Slide
the tray back in.
Front Seat Storage Bin
The storage bin is under the manual front passenger’s
seats. To open the bin,
lift the handle and slide the
drawer out.
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Front Seat Storage Net
There is a storage net that stretches between the front
seats. Pull the hooks towards the passenger’s seat and
insert them into
the holes next to the cupholder.
To store the net, lift the hooks up and out of the holes.
The net does not detach from
the driver’s seat.
When not
in use, we recommend that you unhook the
net to extend its life and retain its elasticity.
Rear Storage Compartments
and Cupholders
Your Silhouette has a storage compartment and
cupholder
on either side of the vehicle, next to the third
row seat(s).
Convenience Net (Option)
The optional convenience net is designed to help keep
small loads,
like grocery bags, from falling over during
sharp turns or quick stops and starts. Install
the
convenience net at the rear of your vehicle, just inside
the liftgate.
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Attach the upper loops to the posts on either side of the
liftgate opening (the label on the net should be
in the
upper left-hand corner). Attach
the lower hooks
to the metal rings on the floor.
The side of the convenience net closest to the front of
the vehicle is higher than the side closest to the liftgate.
Once you’ve loaded items into the net, stretch the higher
side
of the net up and over the top of the load to hold it
firmly in place.
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The convenience net has a maximum capacity of
100 lbs. (45 kg). It is not designed to holder larger,
heavier loads. Store such loads
on the floor of your
vehicle, as far forward as
you can.
When
not in use, we recommend that you take down the
convenience net to extend its life and retain
its elasticity,
and to keep
the rear exit clear. Store the net in the pouch
behind either front seat.
Side Convenience Nets
The side convenience nets are designed to hold smaller
items (about
8 lbs.) than the large convenience net.
Attach
the loops to the posts on the rear side panels,
near the jack storage area.
When not
in use, we recommend that you take down
the convenience nets to extend their life and retain
their elasticity.
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Luggage Carrier (Option)
If you try to carry something on top of your
vehicle that is longer or wider than the luggage
carrier
-- like paneling, plywood, a mattress, and
so forth -- the wind can catch it as you drive
along. This can cause you to lose control. What
you are carrying could be violently torn
off, and
this could cause you or other drivers to have
a
collision, and of course damage your vehicle. You
may be able to carry something like this inside.
But, never
carry something longer or wider than
the luggage carrier on top
of your vehicle.
If you have the optional luggage carrier, you can load
things on top
of your vehicle. The luggage carrier has
slats and side rails attached to the
roof, as well as sliding
crossrails and places to
use for tying things down. These
let you load some things on top
of your vehicle, as long
as they are not wider
or longer than the luggage carrier.
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Don’t exceed the maximum vehicle capacity when
loading your vehicle. For more information
on vehicle
capacity and loading, see “Loading Your Vehicle”
in
the Index.
To prevent damage or loss of cargo as you’re driving,
check
now and then to make sure the luggage carrier and
cargo are
still securely fastened.
Your luggage carrier
has
release knobs set in the ends
of each crossrail.
NOTICE:
Loading cargo that weighs more than 150 lbs.
(68 kg) on the luggage carrier may damage
your vehicle.
When you carry cargo on the luggage carrier of a
proper size and weight, put it
on the slats, as far
forward
as you can. Then slide the crossrail up
against the rear
of the load, to help keep it from
moving. You can then tie it down.
Turn the release knobs counterclockwise to unlock
the crossrails. Slide the crossrails forward or back, as
needed, to accommodate loads of varying size.
After repositioning the crossrails, be sure to tighten the
release knobs by turning them clockwise. This
will lock
the crossrails
in place.
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Reposition the tiedowns by turning them
counterclockwise, then slide them along
the side rail.
Turn the tiedowns clockwise to tighten them
in place.
Bumper strips on the luggage carrier crossrails help to
ensure a quieter ride.
If you wish to attach the luggage tiedowns or other
compatible bicycle or
ski accessory racks to the
crossrail, use the adjustable tapped plates under the
bumper strips. Lift the
end
0.f the bumper strip with a flathead screw
driver and cut
off enough of the strip to access the
tapped plates.
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After removing the tiedowns or other equipment, be sure
to install the
the piece of bumper strip that was cut.
Ashtray and Cigarette Lighter
The ashtray and cigarette lighter are located in the
middle section
of the instrument panel, below the
switchbank.
Pull out the drawer to use the ashtray.
To remove the ashtray
for cleaning, grasp the edge of
the ashtray with your fingertips and pull up and out, in a
rocking motion. To use the
lighter, push it in all the way and
let go.
When it’s ready, it will pop back by itself.
NOTICE:
Don’t hold a cigarette lighter in with your hand
while it is heating.
If you do, it won’t be able to
back away from the heating element when it’s
ready. That can make it overheat, damaging the
lighter and the heating element.
NOTICE:
Don’t put papers and other things that burn
into your ashtrays.
If you do, cigarettes or
other smoking materials could set them on fire,
causing damage.
Side Ashtrays
To open the ashtray, press the left side and turn it open.
To remove the ashtray for cleaning, press the snuffer as
you lift up the bottom of the ashtray.
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