1994 Oldsmobile 88 Owner's Manual - Page 102

r / / level is okay, the warning light or message will remain off. I // OIL If the warning light or message comes on after the 15 to 25 second delay, LEVEL TEM~ check the dipstick level. If it reads low, the engine oil should be brought up to the proper level (see the Index under Engine Oil).The warning light or TRACTION TRACT1 mr r A PTI\ message will remainoff after the engine oil has been brought to theproper level Oil Level Warning light or and the ignition has been off for eight Message minutes. The eight-minute delay allows When the CHECK OIL or OIL LEVEL the majority of the oil to drain back into the oil pan to prevent a false low warning lightcomes on, orthe condition. information center displays CHECK OIL LEVEL, it indicates that the engine oil level is 1 to 1 1/2 quarts (.95 L to 1.4 L) low. A warning chime may also sound. The warning light or message will come on for two to four seconds when the ignition is turned on,as a bulb check to show you it is working. If it doesn't come on, have it fixed right away. It will then go off. Even if you have a low oil level, it will go off for 15 to 25 seconds. Then, if the oil level is low, the warning light or messagewill I come on for20 to 40 seconds and a warning chime maysound. If the oil L Battery Warning Light This warning light will come on briefly when you start the vehicle, as a check to show you it is working;then it should go out. If it stays on, or comes on while you are driving, you may have a problem with the electrical charging system. If you have the electronic cluster, the warning light may be accompanied by the message CHECK CHARGE SYSTEM in the information center. Have it checked right away. Driving whilethis light is on could drain your battery. If you must drive a short distance with the warning light on, turn off all your electrical accessories, such theradio as and climate control. 100