1998 Oldsmobile Aurora Owner's Manual - Page 230

Attach a separate safety chain around the outboard end of each lower control arm. Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode Should an overheated engine condition exist and the message HOT STOP ENGINE isdisplayed, an overheat protection mode which alternates firing groups of four cylinders helps prevent engine damage. In this mode, you will notice a loss in power and engine performance. This operating mode allows your vehicle to be driven to a safe place in an emergency; you may drive up to 50 miles (80 km). Towing a trailer in the overheat protection mode should be avoided. Engine Overheating You will find a coolant temperature gage on your vehicle's instrument panel. Your driver information center will also display messages about engine overheating. See "Coolant Temperature Gage" in the Index. NOTICE: After driving in the overheated engine protection operating mode, to avoid engine damage, allow the engine to cool beforeattempting any repair. The engine oil will be severely degraded. Repair the cause of coolant loss, change oil and reset the the oil life indicator. "Engine Oil, When See to Change" in the Index. 5-14