1994 Oldsmobile 88 Owner's Manual - Page 100

Features & Conlrols CHECK i NOTICE: LOW WASH Malfunction lndicator Light(CHECK ENGINE UGHT) If you keep driving your vehicle with this warning light on, after awhile the emission controls won't work as well, your fuel economy won't be as good, and your engine may not run as smoothly. This could lead to costly repairs not covered by your warranty. Low Washer Fluid Warning Light or Message If you have the base or LSS cluster with the optional reminder package,the LOW WASH warning light will come on when theignition is on and the fluid container is less than one-third full. If you have the electronic cluster, LOW WASHER FLUID will be displayed in the information center whenthe ignition is on and the fluid container is less than one-third full. A warning chime may also sound. Driving without washer fluid can be dangerous. A bad mud splash canblock your vision. You could collide with another vehicle. Check your washer fluidoften. A computer monitors operation of your fuel, ignition and emission controls systems. Thiswarning light should come on when the ignition is on but the engine is not running, asa check to show you it is working. If it does not come on at all, have it fixed right away. If it stays on, or it comes on while you are driving, the computeris indicating that you have a problem. You should take your vehicle in for servicesoon. 98