ABS OLDSMOBILE SILHOUETTE 1997 Owners Manual

To program features, your vehicle must be in the
programming mode. Follow these steps:
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1. The Content Theft Deterrent system (if equipped)
must be disarmed.
2. Remove the BCM PRGRM fuse from the instrument
panel fuse block.
3. Turn the ignition switch to ACCESSORY.
4. You will hear two to four chimes, depending upon
the features that you have.
You can now program your choices.
Leaving Programming Mode
To get out of programming mode, just turn the key from
the ACCESSORY position to OFF and put the BCM
PRGRM fuse back into the instrument panel fuse block.
Delayed Illumination and Exit Lighting
Your vehicle comes with this feature set in Mode 4. This
means that:
0 The interior lamps will stay on for a while after all
the doors and the liftgate are closed.
0 The interior lamps will come on and stay on for a
while whenever you remove the key from the ignition.
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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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NOTICE:
When using the accessory power outlet:
0 Maximum load of any electrical equipment
should not exceed
20 amps.
Be sure to turn off any electrical equipment
when not in use. Leaving electrical
equipment on for extended periods can
drain your battery.
To replace the cover on the rear outlet,
line up the tabs
at the back of the cover and
put the cover in place. Push
down the tab to secure the cover.
Power Sunroof (Option)
The sunroof has a sun shade to let in light without
opening the sunroof. Slide the shade back to open.
The power sunroof button
is on the fir right of the
overhead console switchbank. The sunroof has two
positions,
vent and full open. Press the
symbol on the
bottom
of the rocker switch
to open the sunroof
to the
vent position. To close the
sunroof from
the vent
position, press the ribbed
top part
of the button.
To
fully open the sunroof,
first open
it to the vent
position
as described above.
Press the symbol on the bottom of the button again and the
sunroof will slide all the way back.
To close the sunroof
from the
fully open position, press the ribbed top part of
the button and hold it down until the sunroof is closed.
If the sunshade is not already opened, it will open when
the sunroof
is opened to vent or full open.
I NOTICE:
The optional sunroof panel is not designed to be
removed. It is made to open and close but to
remain attached to the vehicle.
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To use your air inflator system, attach the appropriate
nozzle adapter,
if required, to the end of the hose that
has the pressure gage. Then attach that end of the hose
to
the object you wish to inflate. Remove the protective
cap covering the outlet. Attach
the other end of the hose
to
the outlet. Press the ON switch. The ON switch will
work even with the ignition off.
If the air inflator system does not turn on, the fuse may
be blown or installed incorrectly. See “Fuses and Circuit
Breakers’’
in the Index or see your retailer for service.
Your air inflator will automatically shut off after about
10 minutes. To reset, press the ON switch again.
Don’t run your air inflator for longer than
30 minutes at
one time. If
you do, you may damage the system. After
30 minutes, wait at least 10 minutes before restarting the
air inflator.
To turn off the inflator, press OFF and detach the hose,
first from the inflated object, then from the outlet.
Replace the protective cap. Place the inflator kit tools
in
the pouch, and store in the glove box.
To replace the cover, line up the tabs at the back of the
cover and
put it in place. Push down the tab to secure
the cover.
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Avoid needless heavy braking. Some people drive
in spurts
-- heavy acceleration followed by heavy
braking
-- rather than keeping pace with traffic. This
is a mistake. Your brakes may not have time to cool
between hard stops. Your brakes will wear out much
faster if you do a lot
of heavy braking. If you keep pace
with the traffic and allow realistic following distances,
you will eliminate a lot of unnecessary braking. That
means better braking and longer brake life.
If your engine ever stops while you’re driving, brake
normally but don’t pump your brakes. If you do, the
pedal may get harder to push down.
If your engine
stops, you will still have some power brake assist. But
you will use it when you brake. Once the power assist is
used up,
it may take longer to stop and the brake pedal
will be harder
to push.
Anti-Lock Brakes (ABS)
Your vehicle has anti-lock brakes (ABS). ABS is an
advanced electronic braking system that will help
prevent a braking skid.
When you start your engine, or when you begin to drive
away, your anti-lock brake system
will check itself.
You may hear a momentary motor or clicking noise
while this test is going on, and you may even notice
that your brake pedal moves
a little. (You may also hear
a clicking noise
if you leave the ignition in the RUN
position for about four seconds before starting the
vehicle.) This is normal.
If there’s a problem with the
anti-lock brake system, this
warning light will stay on or
flash. See “Anti-Lock
Brake System Warning
Light” in the Index.
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You slam on the brakes. Here's what happens with ABS.
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Loss of Control
Let’s review what driving experts say about what
happens when the
three control systems (brakes, steering
and acceleration) don’t have enough friction where the
tires meet the road to do what the driver has asked.
In any emergency, don’t give up. Keep trying to steer and
constantly seek
an escape route or area of less danger.
Skidding
In a skid, a driver can lose control of the vehicle.
Defensive drivers avoid most skids by taking reasonable
care suited
to existing conditions, and by not “overdriving”
those conditions. But skids
are always possible.
The three types of skids correspond to your
Oldsmobile’s
three control systems. In the bralung skid,
your wheels aren’t rolling. In the steering or cornering
skid, too much speed or steering in a curve causes tires
to slip and lose cornering force. And in the acceleration
slud, too much throttle causes the driving wheels to spin.
A cornering skid and an acceleration skid are best
handled by easing your foot off the accelerator pedal.
If your vehicle starts to slide, ease your foot off the
accelerator pedal and quickly steer the way you want the
vehicle to go.
If you start steering quickly enough, your
vehicle may straighten out. Always be ready for a
second skid
if it occurs.
Of course, traction is reduced when water, snow, ice,
gravel or other material is on
the road. For safety, you’ll
want to slow down and adjust your driving to these conditions. It is important to slow down on slippery
surfaces because stopping distance will be longer and
vehicle control more limited.
While driving on a surface with reduced traction, try
your best to avoid sudden steering, acceleration or
braking (including engine braking by shifting to a lower
gear). Any sudden changes could cause
the tires to slide.
You may not realize the surface is slippery until your
vehicle is sludding. Learn to recognize warning
clues
-- such as enough water, ice or packed snow on
the road to make a “mirrored surface”
-- and slow down
when you have any doubt.
Remember: Any anti-lock brake system (ABS) helps
avoid only the braking skid.
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Turn Signals When Towing a Trailer
When you tow a trailer, your vehicle has to have extra
wiring and a different turn signal flasher.
The arrows on your instrument panel will flash
whenever you signal a turn or lane change. Properly
hooked up, the trailer lamps will also flash, telling other
drivers you’re about to turn, change lanes or stop.
When towing a trailer, the arrows on your instrument
panel will flash for turns even if
the bulbs on the trailer
are burned out. Thus, you may think drivers behind you
are seeing your signal when
they are not. It’s important
to check occasionally to be sure the trailer bulbs are
still working.
Driving On Grades
Reduce speed and shift to a lower gear befure you start
down a long or steep downgrade.
If you don’t shift
down, you might have to use your brakes
so much that
they would get hot and
no longer work well.
On a long uphill grade, shift down and reduce your
speed to around
45 mph (70 km/h) to reduce the
possibility of engine and transaxle overheating.
If you are towing a trailer that weighs more than
1,000 lbs.
(454 kg), you may prefer to drive in
THIRD
(3) instead of AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE (D)
(or, as
you need to, a lower gear). This will minimize
heat build-up and extend the life of your transaxle.
Parking on Hills
You really should not park your vehicle, with a trailer
attached, on a
hill. If something goes wrong, your rig
could start to move. People can be injured, and both
your vehicle and the trailer can be damaged.
But
if you ever have to park your rig on a hill, here’s
how to do it:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
Apply your regular brakes, but don’t shift into
PARK
(P) yet.
Have someone place chocks under
the trailer wheels.
When
the wheel chocks are in place, release the
regular brakes
until the chocks absorb the load.
Reapply the regular brakes. Then apply your parking
brake, and then shift
to PARK (P).
Release the regular brakes.
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