1998 Oldsmobile Cutlass Owner's Manual - Page 77

Passlock@ Your vehicle is equipped with the passlock theft-deterrent system. Passlock is a~passive theft-deterrent system.The system is armed oncethe key is removed from the ignition. Passlock enablesfuel if the ignition lock cylinder is If is turned with a valid key. a correct key not used,fuel is disabled. During normal operation, theTHEFT S Y S m light will go off after the engine is started. If the THEFT SYSTEM light flashes, wait until light the stops flashing before startingthe engine. If the THEFT SYSTEM light comes on while the engine is running, a problem has been detected and the system may need service.See your retailerfor service. In an emergency, cal1 the Oldsmobile Roadside Assistance Centerat 1-800-442-OLDS (6537). New Vehicle "Break-In" NOTICE: Your vehicle doesn't need elaborate an '70reak-in." But it will perform better in the long run if you followthese guidelines: Don't drive at any one speed fast or slow for the first 500 miles (805 km). Don't makefull-throttle starts. Avoid making hard stops for the first 200 miles (322 km) or so. During this time your new brake linings aren't yet broken in. Hard stops withnew linings can mean premature wear and earlier replacement. Follow this breaking-in guideline every brake linings. time you get new 0 Don't tow a trailer during break-in. See "Towing a Trailer'' in the Index for more information. -- -- 2-13