1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette Owner's Manual
1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette Manual
1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette manual content summary:
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c Read through these pages lyarn-mgre 10 cooling, defogging and defrosting - - fe@@ ~ - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 5
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the road and how to drive under different conditions. 5-1 6- 1 Problems on the Road This section tells what to do if you have a problem while driving, such as a flat tire or overheated engine, etc. Service and Appearance Care Here the manual tells you how to keep your vehicle running properly - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 8
. GENERAL MOTORS, GM, the GM Emblem, OLDSMOBILE, the OLDSMOBILE Rocket Emblem and the name SILHOUETTE are registered trademarks of General Motors Corporation. This manual includes the latest information at the time it was printed. We reserve the right to make changes in the product after that time - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 9
end when they first receivetheir new vehicle. If you do this, it will help you learn about the features and controls foryour vehicle. In this manual, you'll find that pictures and words work together to explain things quickly. e I These mean there something that could hurt is you or other people - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 10
costly. But the notice will tell you what to do to help avoid the damage. mgnr see CAUTION When you read other manuals, you and NOTICE warnings in different colors in or different words. You'll also see warning labels on your vehicle. They use the same words, CAUTION or NOTICE. I NOTICE - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 11
some other symbols you may see: DOOR LOCK UNLOCK TURN SIGNALS e ENGINE COOLANT TEMP BATTERY CHARGING SYSTEM WINDSHIELD DEFROSTER I-1 E* FUSE LIGHTER m FASTEN SEAT BELTS HAZARD WARNING FLASHER A $0 BRAKE (a) HORN )cr COOLANT WINDOW DEFOGGER a ( ) @ SPEAKER b e3 ,\I/, FOG LAMPS - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 12
b NOTES - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 13
Belt Comfort Guides for Children and Small Adults Center Passenger Position (Bench Seat) Center Passenger Position (Bucket Seat) Children Built-in Child Restraint (Option) Child Restraints Larger Children Safety Belt Extender Checking Your Restraint Systems Replacing Restraint System Parts After - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 14
the lever on the frontof the seat to unlock it. Slide the seat to where you want it. To make sure the seatis locked into place, release the r lever andt y to move the seat with your body. You can lose controlof the vehicle if you try to adjust a manual driver's seat while the vehicle is moving. The - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 15
forward. The seatback will lock into place when you push it back to the upright position. A B C To adjust the six-way power seat: Front Control(A): Raise the front of the seat by holding the switch up. Hold the switch down to lower the front of the seat. Center Control (B): Move the seatforward - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 16
front seats recline. To adjust the seatback, rotate this knob. It is easier to recline the seat if you lean forward, taking your weight off the seatback. Slide theseat to where you want it. To make sure the seat is locked into place, release the lever and try to move the seat with your body. 1-4 - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 17
when do you're reclined like this. The shoulder belt can't do job because it its won't be againstyour body. Instead, it will bein front of you. In a crash you couldgo into it, receiving neckor other injuries the seatback upright. Then well sit back in the seat and wear your safety belt properl 1-5 - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 18
Control Turn the knobon the inboard side of the seat to adjust the lower back support. When you replace the seats in the vehicle, be sure to follow the label on the back of the seat for proper location. Follow this diagram when the text i this manual tells you n what sets of floor cups touse for - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 19
is also a clip on the safety belt used to secure the belt after it is disconnected from the mini-buckle. When removing the second row bench seat, secure the loose end of the safety belt in this clip. This will keep the safety belt from dangling and possibly striking something - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 20
the split bench seat, pullthe nylon strap on the back of the seat or lift up on lever on the front of the seatback. the To raise either seatback, pull the nylon strap on the back of the seat while raising the seatback until it locks upright. Push and pull on the seatback to check that - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 21
. Release thelever. Push and pull on the seat to be sure it is locked into place. There are twoadjustment levers on each section of the split bench seats to adjust the seat forward or rearward. They are locatedbelow the centerof each section of the split bench, onein front and one inback of the - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 22
belt. This mini-buckle is located on the right side of the seat. Push up the red center on the bucklewith a small pointed object like a key or pen. 3. From behind the bench seat, pull the nylon strap at the base of the seat to releasethe rear latches from the floorpins. 4. Do not let go of - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 23
6. Remove the seat by rocking it slightly toward the rear of the vehicle and then pulling it out. L Repeat Steps 1 through 5 for the other section of the split bench seat. 5. To unlatch the front latches,squeeze the angled latch release bartoward the straight crossbar. 1-11 - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 24
of the bench seat in so they face rearward because they won't latch that way. If you want more storage room behind the seat, adjust each section by sliding it forward. The split benches have seat position labels, located on the back of each seat, showing where the seat must go. Follow that diagram - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 25
in the full rear position. 5. Firmly push the rear hooks onto therear floor pins by pushing down on the rear of the seat. 6. Try to raise the seat to check that it locked down. is 3. If the front legs arenot attached correctly, the rear legs will not attach to the rear set of floor - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 26
strap pull on the back of the seat and raise the seatback until it locks upright. The buckle reattaches by pushing the latch into the buckle until the red center pops out again. Repeat Steps 1 through 5 for the other section of the split bench seat. h CAU d O N : A safety beltthat is twistedor not - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 27
the split bench seat, pullthe nylon strap on the back of the seat or lift up on the lever on the frontof the seatback. To raise either seatback, pull the nylon strap on the back of the seat while raising the seatback until it locks upright.Push and pull on the seatback to check that it - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 28
allow extra room for passengers. Release the lever. Push and pull on the seat to be sure it is locked into place. Removing the Bucket Seats There are two adjustment levers on each seat to adjust the seat forward or rearward. They are located below the center, one in front and one in back of the - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 29
3. From behind the seat, pull the nylon strap at the base of the seat or lift the paddle the side to release the on rear latches from the floor pins. 4. Do not let go of the straps or lever untilthe seat is folded all the way forward. 1-17 - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 30
6. Remove the seat by rocking it slightly toward the rear of the vehicle and then pulling it out. This should be done in one motion. 5. To unlatch the front latches,with the seat folded forward, squeeze the angled latch release bar toward the straight crossbar. 1-18 - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 31
that way. If you want more storage room behind the seat, adjust the seat sliding it forward. by The bucket seats have seat position labels, located on the back of the seat, showingwhere the seat must go. Follow that diagram. See "Seat Controls" inthe beginning of this section for more details. The - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 32
front legsare not attached correctly, the rear legs will not attach to the rear setof floor pins. 3. If the front latches are not attaching correctly, check that the seat isin the full rear position. 4. Firmly push the rear hooks onto the rear floor pins by pushing down on the rearof the - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 33
to check that it is locked in place. Captain's Chairs The captain's chairs adjust like the manual front passenger seats. The seatbackcan be reclined or raised by turning the knob on the inboard side of the seat. It is easier to raise or lower the seatback if you lean forward and take the weight off - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 34
Removing the Captain's Chairs 1. Pull the nylon strap behind the chair to release the rear hooks from the floor pins. 2. The seat can then be lifted off the front floor pins and removed from the vehicle, 1-22 - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 35
The right chair goes in the D and F sets of floor pins. 1. Hook the front latches over the front floor pins. 3. Push and pull on the seat to be sure it is properly attached. 2. Push the rear of the seatdown to lock the rear latches of onto the rear set floor pins. 1-23 - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 36
part of the manual tells you how to use safety belts properly. It also tells you some things you should not do with safety belts. And it explainsthe Supplemental Restraint System (SRS), or air bag system belt, and check that your passengers seats and safety belts. Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 37
comes on as areminder to buckle up. (See "Safety Belt Reminder Light" in the Index.) Why Safety BeltsWork When you ride in or on anything, you go as fast as it facts are clear. In most crashes buckling up does matter ...a lot! I Take the simplest vehicle.Suppose it's just a seat on wheels. 1-25 - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 38
Put someone on it. Get it up to speed. Then stop the vehicle. The rider doesn't stop. 1-26 - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 39
The person keeps going until stopped by something. In a real vehicle, it could bethe windshield ... or the instrument panel ... 1-27 - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 40
most of them in the future. But they are supplemental systems only; so they work with safety belts -- not instead of them. Every air bag system ever offered for salehas required the useof safety belts. Even if you're in a vehicle that has air bags, you still have to buckle up to get the - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 41
part describes the driver's restraint system. Lap-Shoulder Belt The driver has a lap-shoulder belt. Here's how to wear it properly. 1. Close and lock the door. 2. Adjust the seat (to see how, see "Seats the part this manual called "Children." of Follow those rules for everyone's protection. 1-29 - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 42
and pull the belt across you. Don't let it get twisted. The shoulder belt may lock if you pull the belt across you very quickly. If this happens, letthe belt go back the buckle until it clicks. 5. To make the lap part tight, pull down on the buckle end of the belt as you pull up on the shoulder - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 43
shoulder and across the chest. These of the parts body are best able to take belt restraining forces. The safety belt locks if there's a sudden stop or crash, or guide. After you move the adjuster to where you want it, try to move it down without pushing the button down to make sure it has locked - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 44
the heightso that the shoulder portion the belt is of centered on your shoulder.The belt should be awayfrom your you would move forward too much, which could increase injury. The shoulder belt should fit against your body. 1 I I 1 I 1 i I i I I A: The shoulder belt is too loose. It won - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 45
&: What's wrong with this? You can be seriously injured if your belt is buckled inthe wrong place like this. a crash, In the belt would go up over your abdomen. The belt forces would be there, not at the pelvic bones. This could cause serious internal injuries. Always buckle your belt into the - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 46
Q: r What's wrong with this? A CAUT 'Y: - - You can be seriously injured your belt goes if over an armrest like this. The belt would be much too high. In a crash, you can slide under the belt. The belt force would then be appliedat the abdomen, not at the pelvic bones, and that could cause - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 47
What's wrong with this? A CAUTION: I You can be seriously injured you wear the if a shoulder belt under your arm. Incrash, your far body would move too forward, whichwould increase the chance head and neck injury. of Also, the belt would apply too much force to the ribs, which - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 48
. a belt is twisted, If make it straight it can work properly, or ask so your retailer to it. fix A: The belt is twisted across the body. 1-36 - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 49
push the button on the buckle. The belt should go back out of the way. Before you close the door, be surethe belt is out of the way. If you slam the door on it, you can damage both the belt and your vehicle. A pregnant woman should wear a lap-shoulder belt, and - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 50
, you will engage the child restraint locking feature. If this happens, just letthe belt go back all the way and start again. A Supplemental Restraint Systems (SRS) This part explains the frontal and side impact Supplemental Restraint Systems (SRS) or bag systems. air Your vehicle has four airbags - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 51
should sit as far back as possible while still maintaining controlof the vehicle. Front occupants should not lean on or sleep against the door. Reduced-force frontal air bags for the driver and right front passenger are designed to work only in moderate to severe crashes where the front of your - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 52
's safety belt. There is an air bag readiness light on the instrument panel, which shows a deployed air bag. The system checks the air bag electrical system for malfunctions. The lighttells you if there isan electrical problem. See "Air Bag Readiness Light" in the Index for more information - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 53
Bag Systems Work Where are the air bags? The driver's frontal air is in the middle the bag of steering wheel. The right front passenger's frontal airbag is in the instrument panel on the passenger's side. The driver's side impactair bag is in the side of the to driver's seatback closest the door - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 54
anything on the steering wheel hub or on or near any other air bag coveringand don't let seat covers blockthe inflation path of a side impact air bag. When shouldan airbag inflate? The driver'sand right front passenger's frontal air bags are designed to inflate in moderate to severe frontal or near - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 55
strikessomething that will move or deform, such as aparked car, the threshold level will be higher. The driver'sand air bags, the sensing system triggers a releaseof gas from the inflator, which inflates the air bag. The inflator, air bag and related hardware are all part of the air bag modules - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 56
problems for people with a history of asthma or other breathing trouble. To avoid this, everyone the in vehicle should get out soon as it safe to do as is so. If you have breathing problems but can't get out of the vehicle after an bag inflates, then get air fresh air by opening a window or a door - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 57
'll need some new parts for your air bag system. If you don't get them, the airbag system won't be there tohelp protect you in another crash. A new system will include air bag modules and possibly other parts. The servicemanual for your vehicle coversthe need to replace other parts. Your vehicle is - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 58
your vehicle should be serviced. There are parts of the air bag systems in severalplaces around your vehicle. Your retailer and the Silhouette Service Manual have information about servicing your vehicle and the a r bag systems. To purchase a service i manual, see "Service and Owner Publications" in - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 59
to Accident statistics show that unbelted people in the rear seat are hurtmore often in crashes than those who are wearing windows have lap-shoulder belts. Here's how to wear one properly. Rear Seat Outside Passenger Positions 1. Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you. Don't let - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 60
latch plate to make sure itis secure. When the shoulder belt ispulled out all the way, it will lock.If it does, let it go back all the way and start again. If the belt is not if you ever had to. 3. To make the lap part tight, pull down on the buckle end of the belt as youpull up on the shoulder - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 61
locks there's a sudden stop or a cram, or if you pull the belt very quickly out of the retractor. I You can be seriously hurtif your shoulder belt is too loose. In a crash, you would move forward too much, which could increase injury. The shoulder belt should against your body. fit The lap part - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 62
pulls the belt away from the neck and head. If your vehicle has bucket seats in the second row, there is one guide for each outside passengerposition. If your vehicle has a bench seat in the second row, there is one guide forthe left-hand outside passengerposition. If your vehicle has third-row - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 63
1. Remove the guide from its storage clipon the side of the seatback. 2. Place the guide over the belt and insert the two edges of the belt into the slots of the guide. 1-51 - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 64
3. Be sure that the belt is not twisted and it lies flat. The guide must be on top of the belt. 4. Buckle, position and release the safety belt as described in "Rear Seat Outside Passenger Positions" earlier in this section. Make sure that the shoulder belt crosses the shoulder. To remove and store - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 65
Passenger Position (Bench Seat) n Lap Belt If your vehicle has a third row rear bench seat, someone can sit in the center position. When you sit in the centerposition of the bench seat, you have a lapsafety belt, which has no retractor. To make the belt longer, tilt the latch plate pull italong - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 66
Center Passenger Position (Bucket Seat) n U TOmake the belt shorter, pull its free end as shown until the belt is snug. Buckle, position and release it the same way as the lap part of a lap-shoulder belt. If the belt isn't long enough, see "Safety Belt Extender" at the end of this section. Make - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 67
. to When you sit in the center position bucket seat, you have a lap safety belt which has a retractor. 1. Pick up the latch plate and, in a single motion, pull the belt across you. Don't let it get twisted. 4. Position and release it thesame way as the lap part - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 68
TO HELP AVOID PERSONAL INJURY, SECURELY LATCH SEAT IN LOCATION SHOWN SEE OWNER'S MANUAL MORE INFORMATION. Seat Location printed in: 10279595 Smaller Childrenand Babies The centerposition bucket seat is a CENTER OR LEFT type seat. Because it is the only bucket seat with a lap belt, and has a buckle - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 69
infant restraint. The instructions for the restraint support, includingsupport for thehead and neck. This isnecessary because an infant's neck is weak and its head weighs so much compared with the rest of its body be distributed across the strongest part of the infant's body, the back and shoulders. - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 70
at only 25 mph (40 kmh), a 124b. (5.5 kg) baby will suddenly become a 240-1b. (110 kg) force on your arms. The baby would be almost impossible to hold. Secure the baby in an infant restraint. . I A CAUTION: Never hold a baby in your arms while riding in a vehicle. A baby doesn't weigh much until - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 71
a built-in child restraint must be located in your vehicle, see "Removable Rear Bucket Seats" in the Index. If your vehicle has this option in a 60/40 bench seat, you may have one ortwo built-in child restraints. This bench seat will only fit in the second row of your vehicle. In both types of - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 72
old. It is important to use a rear-facing infant restraint until the child is about a year old. A rex-facing restraint gives the infant's head, neck andbody the support harness child system shouldn't use this child restraint. Instead, the childshould sit on the vehicle's regular seat cushion and - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 73
Securing a Child in the Built-In Child Restraint 1. Raise the head restraint until the lower edge of the head restraint is even with the top of the seatback. 2. Rotate the head restraint rearward until it touches the no top of the seatback.Make sure there is gap between the lower edge of the head - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 74
3. Lower the child restraint cushion. You'll be using the child restraint's harness (A) to secure your child. Don't use the vehicle's safety belts. 1-62 - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 75
large forthe built-in child restraint should sit on the vehicle's regular seat and use the vehicle's adult safety belts. WARNING! FAILURE TO FOLLOW THE MANUFACTURER'S INSTRUCTIONS ON THE USE OF THIS CHILD RESTRAINT SYSTEM CAN RESULT IN YOUR CHILD STRIKING THE VEHICLE'S INTERIOR DURING A SUDDEN STOP - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 76
Be surethe buckle is free of any foreign objectsthat may prevent you from securing the latch plates. If you can't secure a latch plate, see Oldsmobile your retailer forservice before using the child restraint. 8. Place theother side of the harness over the child's shoulder. 9. Push the latch plate - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 77
10. Pull up on both latch plates to make sure they are secure. 11. Now fasten the leftand right halves of the shoulder harnessclip together. The purpose of this clip is to helpkeep the harness positioned on the child's shoulders. 1-65 - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 78
harness in place on the child's shoulders. If the harness isn't on the child's shoulders, it won't be able to restrain the child's upper body in a sudden stop or crash. The child could be seriously injured. Make sure the harness clip is properly fastened. 12. Pull the shoulder harness adjustment - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 79
harness, the shoulder part should be centered on the child's shoulder . The harness should be away from thechild's face and neck, but not falling from the child's shoulders. If you expect that the child sleep while riding, will you can recline the seatback. See "Seats - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 80
~ 2. Unlatch the harness by pushing the button on the buckle. 3. Move one side of the harness off the child's shoulder. 4. Move the other side of the harness off the child's shoulder. 1. Move both latch plates and both sides of the shoulder harness clip to the bottom of the harness straps. 5. - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 81
2. Fold the child restraint cushion leg rest up into and the seatback. 3. Press the child restraint cushionfirmly into the seatback. 4. Then press the leg rest firmly into the seatback, and secure it by pressing the upper corners against the fastener stripson the seatback. 1-69 - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 82
into consideration not only the child's weight and size, but also whether or systems in your vehicle, paur built-in child restraint needs to be periodically checked and may need to have parts replaced after a crash. See "Checking Your Restraint Systems" and "Replacing Seat and Restraint System Parts - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 83
a continuous flat surface. With an infant car bed, make sure thatthe infant's head rests toward the center of the vehicle. A rear-facing infant infant's head, neck and body can have the support they need in a crash. Some infant seats come two parts -- the in base stays secured in the vehicle and - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 84
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cm) in height, or up around four years of to age. One type, a convertible restraint, is designed to be used either as a rear-facing infant seat or a forward-facing child - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 86
lbs. (18 to 27 kg) and about four to eight years of age. It's designed to improve the fit of the vehicle's safety belt system. Booster seats with shields uselap-only belts; however, booster seats without shields use lap-shoulder belts. Booster seats can also help a child to see out the window. 1-74 - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 87
with the infant orchild restraint will show you how to do that. Both the owner's manual and the child restraint instructions are important, so if either oneof these is not available, obtaina replacement copy from themanufacturer. A child in a rear-facing child restraint can be seriously injured or - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 88
top strap to the bracket. If you need to have an anchor bracket installed for the center bucket seat in the second row, or for the right-hand side of a 60/40 bench seat, you can ask your Oldsmobile retailer to put it in for you. If you want to install an anchor bracket yourself - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 89
belt. See the earlier part about the top strap the child restraint one. Be sure if has to follow the instructions that came the child with restraint. Secure the child in the child restraint when and as the instructionssay. 1. Put the restraint on the seat. - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 90
4. Pull the rest of the shoulder belt all the way out of the retractor to set the lock. 5. To tighten the belt, feed the shoulder belt back into the retractor while you push down on the child restraint. If you're using a forward- - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 91
a Child Restraint in the Center Seat Position (Third Row Bench Seat) 1. Make the belt long as possible by tilting the latch as plate and pulling italong the belt. You'll be using the lap belt. Be sure to follow the 2. Put the restraint on theseat. instructions that came withthe child restraint - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 92
4. Buckle the belt. Make sure the release button is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to. 5. To tighten the belt, pull its free end while you push down on the child restraint. If you're using a forward-facing child restraint, you may find it helpful - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 93
Securing a Child Restraint in the Center Seat Position (Bucket Seat) You'll be using the lapbelt. See the earlier part about the top strap if the child restraint has one. Be sure to follow the instructions that came with the child restraint. Secure the child in the child restraint when and as the - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 94
5. To tighten the belt, feed it back into retractor the while you push down on the childrestraint. If you're using a fonvard-facingchild restraint, you may find it helpful to use yourknee to push down on the child restraint as you tighten the belt. 6. Push and pull the child restraint in different - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 95
bags. This is because the backof a rear-facing child restraint would be very close to the inflating air If your vehicle bag. is a passenger van, always secure a rear-facing child restraint in a rear seat. If your vehicle is a cargo van, do not use a rear-facing child restraint in this vehicle. If - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 96
See the earlier part about the top strap if the child restraint has one. Be sure to follow the instructions that came with the child restraint. Secure thechild in the child restraint when and as the instructions say. 1. Because your vehicle has a front passenger air bag, always move the seat as far - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 97
5. Pull the restof the shoulder beltall the way out of the retractorto set the lock. 6. To tighten the belt, feed the shoulder belt back into th retractor while you push down on the child restraint. You may find it helpful - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 98
a lap-shoulderbelt and get the additional restraint ashoulder belt can provide. Accident statistics show that children are safer if they are restrained in the rear seat. But they need to use the safety belts properly. Children who aren't buckled up can be thrown out in a crash. 0 Children who aren - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 99
child toward the center of the vehicle, but be sure that the shoulder belt still is on the child's shoulder, so that in a crash the child's upper body would have the restraint that belts provide. If the child is sitting in a rear seat outside position, see "Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides" in the - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 100
A CAUTION: Never dothis. Here a child is sitting in a seat that has a lap-shoulder belt, but the shoulder partbehind is the child. If the child wears the belt in this way, in a crash the child - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 101
seat it is made to fit.To wear it, justattach it to the regularsafety belt. Checking Your Restraint Systems Now and then, make sure the safety belt reminder light any opened or broken air bag covers, and have them repaired or replaced. (The air bag system does not need regular maintenance.) 1-89 - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 102
restraint or seat parts repaired or replaced. New parts and repairs may be necessary even if the safety belt or built-in child restraint wasn't being used at the time of the collision. If an air bag inflates, you'll need to replace air bag system parts. See the part on the air bag system earlier in - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 103
37 Keys Door Locks Remote Lock Control (Option) Switchbanks Sliding Door Power Sliding Door (Option) Liftgate Theft Content Theft-Deterrent (Option) New Vehicle "Break-In" Ignition Positions Starting Your Engine Engine Coolant Heater (If Equipped) Automatic Transaxle Operation Parking Brake Shifting - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 104
Keys I Leaving young children in a vehicle with the ignition key is dangerous for many reasons. A child or others could be badly injured or even killed. They could operate power windows or other controls or even make the vehicle move. Don't leave the keys in a vehicle with young children. 2-2 - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 105
be used for the ignition as well as all door locks, the liftgate lockand the storage compartments. I NOTICE: Your vehicle hasa number of new features that can help prevent theft. But you can have of a lot trouble getting into your vehicle if you ever lock your key inside.You may even have to damage - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 106
the outside, use your key or the remote lock control transmitter (if your vehicle has this option). Unlocked doors can be dangerous. Passengers especially children can easily open the doors and fall out. When a door is locked, the inside handle won't open it. Outsiders caneasily enter through an - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 107
the inside, press the frontof the power door lock switch (on either frontdoor) to unlock all doors and the liftgate. If your vehicle is equipped with the Content Theft-Deterrent system, thepower door lock switch will not unlock the doors until the system is disarmed. See "Content Theft-Deterrent - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 108
program the Automatic Door Locks to operate with the remote lock control system and to lock and unlock automatically to suit your needs. See "Locks and Lighting Choices" in the Index. With the Automatic Door Locks feature, you can still lock or unlock the doors at any time, either manually or with - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 109
you don't leave the keys in the ignition or if you use the manual door lock, you could still lock your keys in your vehicle. Always remember to take your keys with you. To turn this feature off or on, see"Locks and Lighting Choices" in the Index. Leaving Your Vehicle If you are leaving the - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 110
lock control transmitter supplied with your vehicle. This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions Check to determine if battery replacement or synchronization is necessary. See the instructions that follow. Your remote lock control system - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 111
with the Content Theft-Deterrent system,the LOCK button may arm the system (see "Content Theft-Deterrent" the Index for in more details). If you're still having trouble, see your retailer or a qualified technician for service. Operation Remote Driver's Door and Door Unlock All When you press - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 112
. If you would like to change the way the parking lamps operate with Remote Unlock Confirmation, see "Locks and Lighting Choices" in the Index. Remote Power Sliding Door Operation (Option) If you have the optional power sliding door (see "Power Sliding Door" later in this section),your remote - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 113
to touch any of the circuitry. Static from your body transferred to these surfaces may damage the transmitter. Battery Replacement Under normal use, the battery in your remote lock control transmittershould last abouttwo years. You can tell the battery is weak if the transmitter won't work at the - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 114
tightly so water will not get in. 5. Check the transmitter operation. If needed, follow the instructions on resynchronizing your remote transmitter. Resynchronizing Your Remote Transmitter Your remote lock control system uses a continually changing code for increased security. Normally, the receiver - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 115
Console Switchbank This switchbank is locatedin the overhead console. The switches that you may find in thisswitchbank are the Interior Lights Override, Power Sliding Door Override, Power Sliding Door not equipped with the optional rear climate control system, there be a storage space in will this switchbank - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 116
close the driver's side sliding door. Lock the sliding door from inside vehicle by moving the the manual locking lever down. Unlock it by moving the lever up. With power door locks, the sliding door lock has a delay feature. See "Power Door Locks" or "Locks and Lighting Choices" in theIndex. 2-14 - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 117
With this option,you can openand close the sliding If door with the switches inside your vehicle. you have the optional remote lock control system, can also you operate the power sliding doorwith your remote transmitter. See "Remote Lock Control" in the Index. 7 3 rn /1\ CAUTION: Leaving young - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 118
be in the ignition. To help avoid NOTICE: accidental operation of the sliding door, disable the power sliding door by pushing the power sliding door When your vehicle goes through an automatic car wash, be sure the power sliding door override override switch. When the key is in the ignition in RUN - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 119
clear before closing the door. To manually open the power sliding door when the power sliding door override featureis disabled, pull the inside or outside handle let go. The door will and open fully. To manually open the power sliding door when the power sliding door override featureis enabled, pull - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 120
slam shut, possibly injuring someone. To make sure the door does not slam shut, turn on the power slidingdoor feature. Then if the door closes, it will close under the control of the power door system. To manually close the power sliding door when the override feature is disabled, pull the insideor - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 121
incorrectly or not at all because of the following conditions: 6. Disable the power sliding door override feature. 7. Push either of the power door buttons to open the power sliding door. A low voltage or dead battery, Disconnecting the battery or If the IGN 1, B/U LAMP, RADIO or PWR SEATPSD - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 122
by pushing the override switch on the overhead console. Thepower sliding door cannot be opened from the inside when this featureis in use. If you want to open the sliding door when the security lock is on, unlock the sliding door open the door and from the outside. To unlock the liftgate from the - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 123
Door Ajar Warning Light" in the Index). To close the liftgate, pull down on the handle, then firmly shutthe liftgate. Don't drive with the liftgate open, even slightly. See "Engine between the body and the liftgate: 0 Make sure all windows are shut. Turn the fan on your heating or cooling system to - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 124
ways you can help. Parking at Night Park in a lighted spot, close all windows and lock your vehicle. Remember to keep your valuables out of sight. professional thieves -- so don't do it. When you park your Oldsmobile and open the driver's door, you'll hear a chime reminding you to remove your key - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 125
Arming with the Power Lock Switch Your alarm system will arm when you use either power lock switch to lock the doors while any door or the liftgate is open and the key is removed from the ignition (if you would like to turn off power lock switch arming, see "Locks and Lighting Choices" in the Index - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 126
is no longer armed. Arming with Your Key Your alarm system will arm when you use your key to lock the doors. The security light will turn on to let you know the system is arming. After all doors and the liftgate areclosed and locked, thesecurity light will begin flashing at a very slow rate to let - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 127
trouble nuisance alarms,you with can turn off the Content Theft-Deterrent system by programming your Content Theft-Deterrent to Mode 3. See "Locks and Lighting so. During this time your new brake linings aren't yet broken in. Hard stops with new linings mean can premature wear and earlierreplacement. - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 128
sound if you open the driver's door when the ignition is off and engine is running. But even when the engine isnot running, you can use RUN to operate your electrical power accessories, and to display some instrument panel warning lights. START (E): This position starts the engine. When the engine - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 129
of this works, then your vehicle needs service. NOTICE: Don't try to shift to PARK (P) if your Oldsmobile is moving.If you do, you could damage speed will go down as your engine gets warm. Starting Your Engine Move your shift lever toPARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N). Your engine won't start in any other - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 130
. If you add electrical way parts oraccessories, you could change the the engine operates. Before adding electrical equipment, check with your retailer. you don't, If your engine might not perform properly. If you ever have to have your vehicle towed, see the partof this manual that tells how to do - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 131
keep it away from moving engine parts. If you don't, it could be damaged. How long should you keep the coolant heater plugged in? The answer depends on engine coolant heatercan help. You'll get easierstarting and better fuel economy during enginewarm-up. Usually, the coolant heater should be plugged - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 132
with the not PARK (P): This position locks your front wheels. It's the bestposition to use when you start your engine because your vehicle can't move easily. Ensure the shift lever is fully in (P) before PARK starting the engine. Your vehicle has Brake-Transaxle Shift Interlock(BTSI). You must fully - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 133
: In Sand, Mud, Ice Snow" in the Index. or Shifting out of PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N) while your engine is cLracing" (running at high speed)is dangerous. Unlessyour foot is firmly on the brake pedal, your vehicle could move very rapidly. You could losecontrol and hit people or objects. Don't shift out - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 134
slower than mph (105 km/h) or you 65 can damage your engine. You'll shift down to the next gear and have more power. THIRD (3): This position is also used for normal driving, but it offers more power and lower fuel economy than AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE (D). Here are some times you might choose THIRD - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 135
gears as you go faster, something may be wrong withtransaxle system a sensor. If you drive very far that way, your FIRST (1): This position gives you even more power (but lower fuel economy) than SECOND (2). You can use it on very steep brakes orshift into PARK (P) to hold your vehicle position ona hill. - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 136
to You replace them, and you could damage other also parts of your vehicle. If you are towing a trailer and are parking on any hill, see "Towing a Trailer" in the Index. That section shows what to do first to keep the trailer from moving. If the ignition is on, the brake system warning light will - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 137
(P) with the parking brakefirmly set. Your vehiclecan roll. If you have left engine running, the vehicle can the move suddenly.You or others could be injured. the Index. 1, Hold the brake pedal down with your right foot and set the parking brake with your left foot 0 Pull the lever toward you. 2- - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 138
in PARK (P) with the parking brake firmly set. And, if you leave the vehicle withthe engine running, it could overheat and even catch fire. You or others could be injured. Don't leaveyour vehicle withthe engine running unless you have to. 3. Move the ignition to LOCK. key ~ 4. Remove the key and - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 139
the weight of the vehicle may put too much force onthe parking pawl in the transaxle. You may find it difficult to pull the shift lever out of PARK (P). This iscalled "torque lock." To prevent torque lock, set the parking brake and then shift into PARK (P) properly before you leave the driver's seat - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 140
touch hotexhaust parts underyour vehicleand ignite. Don't park over papers, leaves, dry grass or other things that can burn. Engine exhaustcan road debris. 0 Repairs weren't done correctly. 0 Your vehicleor exhaust system had been modified improperly. If you ever suspectexhaust is coming into your - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 141
running. But if ever you have to, here are some things to know. Idling the engine with the system controloff air could allow dangerous exhaust into your vehicle (see the earlier Caution under "Engine Exhaust"). Also, idling in a closed-in place can let deadly carbon monoxide (CO)into your vehicle - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 142
Locks and Lighting Choices Your vehicle's locks and lighting systems can be programmed with several different features. The Delayed Automatic Last Door of Chimes lllumlna - Door Locks Closed Driver's Sounded Door tion/ Locking/ Lockout Unlock Exit Control Lighting Deterrent Remote Lock/ Unlock - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 143
of the glove box. (See "Fusesand Circuit Breakers" in the Index.) 3. Close the driver's door. 4. Turn the ignition switchtowards you to Programmable Modes Your vehicle can be programmed to oneof the following modes. ACCESSORY. 5 . Count the number of chimes you hear. You will hear two to four - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 144
Lighting Only (The interior lamps will come onwhenever you remove the key from the ignition and stay on for about 25 seconds, or until you lock the doors.) Mode 4: Both Features On (This combines Modes 2 and 3.) Vehicles are delivered programmed in Mode 4. To change the mode: Automatic Door Locks - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 145
the ignition on and the driver's door closed; all doors will lock automatically. Vehicles are delivered programmed in Mode 3. To change the mode: 1. Follow the instructions for "EnteringProgramming Mode" listed previously. 2. Press LOCK on the power door lock switch. 3. Count the number of chimes - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 146
tells you which mode your vehicle is in. You can change the mode by pressing UNLOCK again. Mode 1: Both Features Off (Doors will always lock immediately when you press LOCK on the the power door lock switch or the remote lock control transmitter, if equipped.) Mode 2: Lockout Deterrent Only (If you - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 147
transmitter once, the driver's door will unlock.When you press UNLOCK on your remote lock control transmitter again,within five seconds, all doors and the liftgate will unlock.) Vehicles are deliveredprogrammed in Mode 2. To change the mode: 1. Follow the instructions for "Entering Programming Mode - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 148
door (if equipped), your parking lamps will flash briefly to Vehicles are delivered programmed in Mode 4. let you know the command has been received. To change the mode: Mode 3: Exterior Lamps Flash and Horn Sound 1. Follow the instructions for "Entering Programming 0 When you use the remote lock - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 149
alarm will sound and your parking lamps will flash up to two minutes.) for Vehicles are delivered programmed in Mode 4. To change the mode: 1. Follow the instructions Off (If anyone opens a door or the liftgate whileyour Content Theft-Deterrent system is armed, an alarm will sound and your parking - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 150
." With the Arming and Disarming feature, you can program the vehicle to do the following: Arm the system when you lock the doors using either power door lock switch while any door or theliftgate is open and the key is removed from the ignition. 0 Programmable Modes Your vehicle can be programmed - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 151
dealer installed Onstar@system, OnStar will not be able to remotely unlock your vehicle if it has been programmed to Mode 2. To change the mode: 1. Follow the instructions for "Entering Programming Mode" listed previously. 2. Insert your second key fully into any door key cylinder and turn - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 152
block. The switcheson the driver's door armrest control the front windows (when the ignition is in RUN or ACCESSORY). The leftswitch controls the driver's exit the programming mode at anytime. Windows Power Windows To activate the auto-down feature, push the switch all the way down, then release. - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 153
open. Power Rear Quarter Windows This button, locatedin the overhead console switchbank, is used for opening and closing the rear quarterwindows. To open, push the latch forward to release it,then swing thewindow outward. Press the center the latch of to secure the window in the open position - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 154
pull the lever. Move the steering wheel to a comfortable 1 Icr I The leveron the left side of the steering column includes your: Turn Signal and Lane Change Indicator 0 Headlamp HighLow Beam Changer Windshield Wiper and Washer Control Cruise Control 0 2-52 - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 155
your turn signal. If a bulb is burned out, replace it to help avoid an accident. If the arrows don't go on at all when you signal a turn, check for burned-out bulbs and check the fuse (see "Fuses and Circuit Breakers" in the Index). To change the headlamps from high to low beam, or - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 156
for a long or short delay between wipes. This can be very useful in light rain or snow. Turn the band to choose the delay time. The closer to can overload your wipers. A circuit breaker will stop them until the motor cools. Clear away snow or iceto prevent an overload. Windshield Washer To wash your - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 157
accelerator. This can really help on long trips. Cruise controldoes not work at speeds below about 25 mph (40 km/h). L I When you apply your brakes, cruise control disengages. the Push thewiper symbol on thebottom of the button to turn on the intermittent wiper. To turn off the wiper, gently push - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 158
control can be dangerous on slippery roads. On such roads, fast changes in tire traction can cause needless wheel spinning, andyou could lose control system begins to limit wheel spin, the cruise control will automatically disengage. (See "Traction Control System" in the Index.) When road conditions - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 159
set your cruise controlat a desired speed and then you apply the brake. This,of course, shuts off the cruise control.But you don half a second, the vehicle will keep going faster until you release the switch or apply the brake. So unless you want to go faster, don't hold the switch at WA. 3. Push - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 160
find this to be too much trouble and don't use cruisecontrol on steep hills. The accelerate feature work whether or not you will have set an initial cruise control speed. Ending Cruise Control There are two ways to turn off the cruise control: Step lightly on the brake pedal; or Move the cruise - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 161
this setting turns off all the lamps and lights. Lamps On Reminder If the driver's door is opened and you turn the ignition you Lights Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) can make it easier for others to see the front your vehicle duringthe day. of D l U can be helpful in many different driving conditions - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 162
indicator light will glow. Push the ribbed of part the switch toturn them off. The indicator light will brake while the ignition is in OFF or LOCK. Then start the vehicle. The DRL will stay off until you release the parking brake. As with any vehicle, you should turn on the regular headlamp system - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 163
Entry the right to increase the brightnessthe instrument of panel lights, and to the left to decrease the brightness. With illuminated any door is open. lock all the doors using the key, press LOCK on the power door lock switch or 0 c- I This switch is locatedin the overhead console switchbank - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 164
in this section. To turn the Exit Lighting feature off or on, see "Locks and Lighting Choices" in the Index. turn the ignition to RUN or ACCESSORY, lock all doors using the remote lock control transmitter (if equipped) or 0 lock all the doors using the power door lock switch or the key. To turn - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 165
. Dome Lamp This lamp is located in the center of your vehicle and has no switch of its own.It will go on each time you open the doors, unless you enable the interior lamps override. Cargo Lamp There aretwo reading lamps in the overhead console. To turn on either reading lamp, press - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 166
ignition is in LOCK or OFF, they will automatically turn off after battery saver will turn off the lamps after onlythree minutes. Power Remote Control Mirrors The control on the driver's door controls both outside rearview mirrors. Mirrors Inside Daymight Rearview Mirror To reduce glarefrom lights - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 167
version, you automatic car washes. can driver's seat. Glove key to lock or Check your inside mirror or glance over shoulder before your changing lanes. The glovebox door has a detentto prevent the door from lowering too Open the glove box until the door far. is partway open, then pull the door - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 168
Power Sliding Door Enable, Interior Lights Override and the Power Rear Quarter Windows. The optional front overhead console has reading lamps, a switchbank, storage compartments, including one for your garage door opener and another one for your sunglasses, and a Driver Information Center (DIC). The - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 169
of your overhead console, and operate it from this position. To install your garage door opener, follow these instructions: 1. Open the of your garage back door opener. 3. Line up the button of the garage door opener with one of the four buttons the compartment door. on Make surethe garage - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 170
Sunglasses Storage Compartment 5. Add one peg at a time until your garage door opener operates with the compartment door closed when you press the button. To open the sunglasses storage compartment in the overhead console, press the releasebutton. Then pull the compartment down to the fullopen - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 171
the center instrumentpanel console, there is a storage bin. open the bin, lift the latch release To and the doorwill fold down. Inside the bin, will find atray that slides out. Slide you the tray all theway toward the rear of the vehicle until the tray locks onto the plastic at the end the guide - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 172
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. 2-70 - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 173
The storage bin is located under the manual front passenger's seat. To open the bin, lift the handle and slide thedrawer out. There is a storage net that stretches between the front seats. Pullthe hooks toward the passenger's seatand insert them into the holes next to the cupholder. Front - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 174
Convenience Net (Option) The optional convenience net is designed to help keep small loads, like grocery bags, from falling over during sharp turns or quick stops and starts. Install the convenience net at the rear of your vehicle, just inside the liftgate. I ., " The side of the convenience net - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 175
net to extend its life retain its and elasticity, and to keep the rear exitclear. Store thenet in the pouch behind either front seat. Side Convenience Nets The sideconvenience nets are designed to hold smaller items (about 8 lbs. (4 kg)) than the largeconvenience net. Attach the loops to - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 176
Luggage Carrier (Option) A CAUTION: --- - If you try to carry something on of your top vehicle that is longer or wider than the luggage carrier like paneling,plywood, a mattress, and so forth the wind can catch it as drive you along. This can cause you to lose control. What you are carrying could - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 177
in the Index. To prevent damage or lossof cargo as you're driving, check now and then to make sure the luggage carrier and cargo are still securely fastened vehicle. When you carry cargo on the luggage carrier of a proper size and weight, put it on the slats, as far forward as you can. Then slide - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 178
by turning them to the right. This will lock the crossrails in place. Use the adjustable tie-down loops in the side rails to help secure large loads. If you wish to attach the luggage tie-downs or other compatible bicycle or ski accessory racks to the crossrail, use the adjustable tapped - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 179
Ashtray and Cigarette Lighter The ashtray and cigarette lighter are located in the middle section of the instrument panel, below the switchbank. Pull out the drawer to use the ashtray. To remove the ashtray for cleaning, grasp the edge of the ashtray with your fingertips and pull up and out, in a - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 180
it open. To remove the ashtray for cleaning,press the snuffer as you lift up the bottom of the ashtray. Accessory Inflator System (Option) Your vehicle may be equipped with an air inflator. With it, you can inflate things like airmattresses and basketballs, and you can also use it to bring your - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 181
too much can make it explode, and you or others could injured. Be be sure to read the inflator instructions, and inflate any object only to its recommended pressure. The air inflator kit is stored in the glovebox. It includes a 20-foot (6 m) hose with an air pressure gage and nozzle adapters. 2-79 - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 182
inflator, press OFF and detach the hose, first from the inflated object, then from the outlet. Replace theprotective cap. Place the inflator kit in tools 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 - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 183
outlets can be used to plug in electrical equipment such as a cellular telephone, CB radio, etc. Follow the proper installation instructions that are included with any electrical equipment you install. When not in use, always cover the rear outletwith the protective cap. To replace the cover on the - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 184
Instrument Panel I 2-82 - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 185
Rear Fan Controls (Option) D. Hazard Warning Flashers Switch E. Instrument Cluster F. Center Vents G. Audio System Q. Accessory Power Outlet R. Storage Bin S . Remote CD Player (Option) H. Side Vents T. Instrument Panel Switchbank I. Lamps Switch J. Hood Release U. LightedAshtray V. Glove Box - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 186
Instrument Panel Cluster 1 T k LOW TRACTION SERVICE ENGINE SOON / Your cluster includes indicator warning lights and gages that are explained on the following pages. 2-84 - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 187
If the new one can be set to the mileage total of the old odometer, then that will be done. If it can't, then it's set at zero and a label must be put on the driver's door to show the old mileage reading when the new odometer was installed. 0 The tripodometer can tell you - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 188
to causean expensive repair or replacement. Paying attention to your warning lights and gages could also save you or others from injury. The tachometer displays the engine speed in revolutions per minute (rpm). Warning lights come on when there may be or is a problem with one of your vehicle - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 189
problem. The system check includes the air sensors, the air bag bag module, the wiring and the diagnostic module. For more information on the air bag system, see"Air Bag" in the Index. This lightwill come on when you start your engine, and it will flash for afew seconds. Then the light should - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 190
problem. Have itchecked right away. Driving whilethis light ison could drain your battery. If you must drive a short distance with the light on, be certain to turn off all your accessories, such as the radio and air conditioner. Brake System Warning Light When the ignition is on, the brake system - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 191
-Lock Brake System Warning Light With the anti-lock brake system, this light will come on when you start your engine and it will stay on for three seconds. That's normal. If the light flashes when you're driving, you don't have anti-lock brakes and there couldbe a problem with your regular brakes - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 192
service. If the anti-lock brake system warning light stays on longer than normal after you've started your engine, turn the ignition off. Or, if the light problem. Traction Control System Warning Light (Option) This warning light should come on briefly as you start the engine. If the warning light - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 193
will turn off and the warning light will come on until your brakes cool down. If the traction control system is affected by an engine-related problem,the system will turn off and the warning light willcome on. If the traction control system warning light comes on and stays on for an extended period - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 194
Canadian If this light comes on, it means that your engine coolant has overheated. If you have been operating your vehicle under normal driving conditions, you should pull off the road, stop your vehicle and turn off the engine as soon as possible. In "Problems on the Road," this manual shows what - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 195
Engine Soon Light) SERVICE ENGINE SOON United States CHECK Canadian To prevent damage toyour engine, immediate action is required. See "Engine Coolant" in theIndex and have your vehicle serviced as soon as possible. Your vehicle is equipped with a computer which monitors operation of the fuel - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 196
retailer or qualified service center for service. Light Flashing -- A misfire condition has been detected. A misfire increases vehicle emissions and may damage the emission control system on your vehicle. Retailer or qualified service center diagnosis and service may be required. Light On Steady - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 197
of fuel, your engine may not run as efficiently as designed since smallamounts of air are sucked into the fuel line causing a misfire. The system can detect this. Adding fuel should correct this condition. Make sure to install the fuel cap properly. It will take a few driving trips to turn the light - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 198
Light 1 LEVEL t- 1 If this light comes on, it means your engine is low on oil. Ac m ON: Don't keep drivingif the oil pressure is low. If you do, your engine can become hot that it so catches fire. You or others could be burned. Check your oil as soon as possible and have your vehicle serviced - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 199
override feature is disabled, a buzzer will sound. This is a warning that the power sliding door is not completely closed. Power Sliding Door Warning Light This light will come on if the power sliding door is not completely closed and the ignition is turned to RUN or START. F II ' I If you shift - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 200
the light stays on, see your dealer forservice. This lightwill also come on when you turn on the ignition, but the engine is not running, to show you it is worlung. If it doesn't come on as you start your vehicle, have it fixed right away. At the service station, the gas pump shuts - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 201
Center (DIC) (Option) Mode Button (MODE): Press this button to cycle through three modes of operation -- Off, Compass/Temperature mode and Trip Computer mode. In the TripComputer mode, pressing the MODE button cycles through the five displays. Press the MODE button after the last Trip Computer - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 202
The display will show all the display segments for half a second to acknowledge the change in zone number. 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 - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 203
sender will cause -E- to be displayed. In the absence of vehicle communications, a double dash "--" is displayed. 0 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 - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 204
& NOTES 2-102 - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 205
Controls Air Conditioning Heating Defogging and Defrosting Rear Window Defogger Rear Climate Control(If Equipped) Ventilation System Setting the Clock for All Systems AM-FM Stereo with Cassette Tape Player and Automatic Tone Control AM-FM Stereo with Compact Disc Player and Automatic Tone Control - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 206
vehicle. Your vehicle also has a flow-through ventilation system described later in this section. be turned on for the air conditioning compressor to operate. Temperature Knob The centerknob controls the temperature of the air coming through the system. Turn it tothe left (toward the blue area - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 207
. Push the A/C button again (the light will go off) to turn off the air conditioning. When the air conditioner compressor is on, you may sometimes notice slight changes in your vehicle's engine performance and power. This is normal. The system is designed to help fuel economy while it maintains the - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 208
turn the mode knob to DEFOG. When the temperature outside is above freezing, the air conditioner compressor will run in these settings to help remove moisture from the air. Your vehicle is equipped with side window defogger vents located on the top of the instrument panel. For additional side window - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 209
Rear Window Defogger Press REAR (the light will glow) to warm the defogger grid on the rear window. grid, and the repairs wouldn't be covered your warranty. by The rear window defogger will turn off automatically after about 10 minutes of use. If you turn it on again, the You defogger will operate - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 210
area around the base of the center instrument panel console and the area between and under the front seats free of objects that would obstruct airflow to the rear of the vehicle. The rear fan control is located below the /C climate control system, in the switchbank. @'O R \ c ' REAR) ( Turn the - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 211
knobs are in a panel next to the second row seat. If your vehicle has the optional dual sliding doors, the panel is above the driver's seat. C A l Turn the temperature knob to the blue area for cooler air, or to the red area forwarmer air. To maintain a comfortable temperature in the rear, use - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 212
OFF and pushing the RECIRC button. ~ 1 ~ ' ~ ~ ~ The vent behind the left rear seat isthe cold air return vent. Be sure to keep it free of obstructions. Please keep the area around the base of the center instrument panel console and between and under the front seats free of objects that could - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 213
center instrument panel console and the air path under the front seats clear of objects. This helps air to circulate throughout your vehicle. In cold weather, operating the system in the OUTSIDE AIR first. Find out what your Delco Electronics system can do and how to operate all its controls, to be - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 214
Player and Automatic Tone Control SCV: Your system has a feature called Speed-Compensated-Volume (SCV). With SCV, your audio system adjusts automatically to off, the clock will show for a few seconds. TUNE: Press thisknob lightly so it extends. Turn it to choose radio stations.Push the knob back - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 215
right to increase bass and to the left to decrease bass. When you use this control, the radio's AUTO TONEsetting will switch to manual and the AUTO TONEdisplay will go blank. TREB: Press this knob lightly so it extends. Turn the knob to the right to increase treble and to the left to decrease - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 216
this player. If a is shown in the center of the graphic playing, use the VOL, AUTO TONE, BAL, FADE, playing. AUTO TONE AUTO TONE. AUTO AUTO TONE display will go blank. Use PUSHBUTTONS to program AUTO TONE. Adjusting the Speakers BAL: Press this knob lightly start over. The player is able to - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 217
button to play the radio when a tape is in the player. TAPE AUX: Press this button to change to the tape function when the radio is on. The tape symbol with an arrow will appear on the display when the tape is active. If your system is - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 218
bypass feature, usethe following steps: AM-FM Stereo with Compact Disc Player and Automatic Tone Control (If Equipped) 1. Turn the ignition to RUN or ACCESSORY. 2. Turn the radio off. Playing the Radio PWR-VOL: Press this knob to turn the system on and off. To increase volume, turn the knob to - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 219
AM, FMl and FM2. The display shows your selection. TUNE: Press this knob lightly so it extends.Turn it to choose radio stations.Push the knob back into station you set will return and the AUTO TONE equalization that you selected will also be automatically selected for that button. 6. Repeat the - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 220
right to increase bassand to the left to decrease bass. When you use this control, the radio's AUTO TONE setting will switch to manual and the AUTO TONE display will go blank. TREB: Press this knob lightly so it extends. Turn the knob to theright to increase treble and to the left to decrease - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 221
into the slot, label sideup. The player will pull it in. The disc shouldbegin playing. The display will show CD and the CD symbol. If you want to insert long it has been playing (elapsed time). Thetrack number also appearswhen you change the volume or when a new track starts to play. 0 PREV (1): - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 222
a compact disc in the player while listening to theradio, it may become warm. This featureallows rear seat passengers to listen to a different music source than the front seat passengers including AM-FM automatic tone control, cassette tapes or CDs. For example, rear seat passengers may listen to - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 223
PWR: Press this button to turn the rear seat audio system on or off. The rear speakers willbe muted when the power is turned on. You may operate the rear seat audio functions even when the primary radio poweris off. VOL: Press this knob lightly so it extends.Turn the knob to theright to - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 224
has been ejected but is still sitting in the remote CD player will be pulled back into the player after approximately 30 seconds. This protects the disc and player from damage. The disc will not start playing. e There's too much moisture in the air. (Wait about an hour and try again.) e You are - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 225
used or ignored. If ignored, the system plays normally and the radio isnot protected by the feature. If THEFTLOCK is activated, your radio will not operate if stolen. When THEFTLOCK is activated, the radio will display LOC to indicate a locked condition anytime battery power has been interrupted. If - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 226
instructions which follow explain how to enter your secret code to activate the THEFTLOCK system. It is recommended that you read through all nine steps before starting the procedure. NOTE: If you allow more than 15 seconds to elapse between any steps, the radio automatically to ACCESSORY or - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 227
steps: 1. LOC appears when the ignition is on. 1. Turn the ignition to ACCESSORY or RUN. 2. Turn the radio off. 3. Press the 1 and 4 buttons together The radio will remain secured until the correct code is entered. When battery power is removed and later applied to a secured radio,the radio won - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 228
) If your vehicle has this feature, you can control certain radio functionsusing the buttons on your steering wheel. MUTE: Press this button to silence the system. Press it be again to turn on the sound. This button may used when listening to the radio,a cassette tape or a compact disc. VOL: Press - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 229
power lines. Try tape player, engine, Delco Electronics radio or other systems, and even damage them. Your vehicle's systems mayinterfere with the operation of sound equipmentthat has been added improperly. So, before adding sound equipment, check - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 230
player is the use of a scrubbing action, non-abrasive cleaning cassette with pads which scrub the tape head as thehubs of the cleaner cassette turn. The recommended cleaning cassette is available through your retail facility (GM Part 1. Turn the ignition to RUN or ACCESSORY. 2. Turn the radio off. - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 231
cassette tape is in good condition before you have your tape player serviced. Care of Your Compact Disc Player The use of CD lens cleaner discs is solution and clean it, wiping from the center to the edge. Be sure never to touch the signal surface when handling discs. Pick up discs by grasping the - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 232
k b NOTES 3-28 - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 233
about drivingon different kinds of roads and in varying weather conditions. We've also included many other usefultips on driving. 4-2 4-3 4-6 4-6 4-11 4- 13 4-13 4- 15 4- 16 Defensive Driving Drunken Driving Control of a Vehicle Braking Steering Off-Road Recovery Passing Loss of Control Driving at - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 234
and rural driving. You never know when the vehicle in front of you is going to brake or turn suddenly. Defensive driving requires that a driverconcentrate on the driving task. Anything that with a very important safety device in your Oldsmobile: Buckle up. (See "Safety Belts" in the Index.) 4-2 - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 235
on each person and situation, here is some general information on the problem. The Blood Alcohol Concentration (BAC) of someone who is drinking depends upon four things: 0 0 The amount of alcohol consumed The drinker's body weight The amount of food that is consumed before and during drinking The - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 236
this means that a woman generally will reach a higher BAC level than a man of her same body weight when each has the same number of drinks. The law in many U.S. states sets the legal . There is agender difference, too. Women generally have a lower relative percentage of body water than men. 4-4 - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 237
The body takes about an hour torid itself ofthe alcohol in one drink. No amount else about drinking and driving that many people don't know. Medical research shows that alcohol in a person's system can make crash injuries worse, especially injuries to the brain, spinal cord or heart. This means that - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 238
or more with another. Age, physical condition, alertness, coordination and eyesight all play a part.So do alcohol, drugs and vehicle condition of the road (wet, dry, icy); tire tread; thecondition of your brakes; theweight of the vehicle and the amount of brake force applied. You have three systems - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 239
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, orwhen you begin to drive away, your anti-lock brake system will check itself. You may hear a momentary - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 240
The anti-lock system can change the brake pressure faster than any driver could. The computer is programmed to make the most of available tire and road conditions. Here's how anti-lock works. Let's say the road is wet. You're driving safely. Suddenly an animal jumps out in front of you. You slam - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 241
limit wheel spin. This lightwill come on when the traction control system is limiting wheel spin. See "Low Traction Light" in the Index. Using Anti-Lock Don't pump the brakes. Just hold the brake pedal down firmly and let anti-lock work for you. You may feel a slight brakepedal pulsation or notice - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 242
longer a current need to limit wheel spin. You can turn the system back on at any time by pressing the button again. The traction control system warning light should go off. Braking in Emergencies With anti-lock, you can steer and brake at the same time. In many emergencies, steering can help you - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 243
engine stops or the system is not functioning, you can steer but it will take much more effort. Suppose you're steering through sharp curve.Then you a suddenly accelerate. Both control systems The traction you can get ina curve depends on the condition of your tires and the road surface, the angle - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 244
example, you come over ahill and find a truck stopped in your lane, or a car suddenly pulls out fromnowhere, or achild darts outfrom between parked cars and stops right in frontof you. You can avoid these problems by braking -- if you can stop in time. But sometimes you can't; thereisn't room. That - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 245
wheel to go straight down the roadway. Watch for traffic signs, pavement markings and lines. If you can see a sign up ahead that might indicate a turn or an intersection, delay your pass. broken A center line usually indicates it's all right pass to (providing the road ahead is clear). Never - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 246
lined up to pass a slow vehicle, wait your turn. But take care thatsomeone isn't trying to pass you as you pull out to pass the slow vehicle. Remember to glanceover your shoulder and check the blind spot. Check your mirrors, glance over your shoulder and start your left lane change the brake lamps - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 247
skid and an acceleration skid are best handled by easing your foot off the accelerator slow down and adjust your driving to these conditions. It is important to slow down on braking (including engine braking by shifting to a lower gear). Any sudden changes lock brake system (ABS) helps avoid only the - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 248
driving is more dangerous than day driving. One reason is that some drivers are likely be impaired -- by to alcohol or drugs, with night vision problems, or by fatigue. - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 249
light to see the as same thing at night as a 20-year-old. What you do in the daytime can also affect your night vision. For example, if you spend the day in bright sunshine you are wise to wear sunglasses. Your eyes will have less trouble lighted objects. Justas your headlamps should be checked - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 250
and on Roads Wet Rain and wet roads can mean driving trouble. On a wet road, you can't stop, accelerate or wiping equipment in good shape and keep your windshield washer tank filled with washer fluid. Replace your windshield wiper inserts when they show signs of streaking or missing areas on the - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 251
driving through a large puddle of water or a car wash, apply your brake pedal lightly until your brakes work normally. Driving too fastthrough large water puddles or even going through some car washes can cause problems,too. The water may affect your brakes. Try to avoid puddles. But if you can - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 252
Deep Standing Water .- NOTICE: If you drive too quickly through deep puddles or standing water, water can come through your in engine's air intake and badly damage your engine. Never drive through water that is slightly lower than the underbody your vehicle.If you of can't avoid deep puddles or - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 253
you are going. Get a city map and plan your trip into an unknown part of the city just as you would for a cross-country trip. Try start to move, check both ways for vehicles that have not cleared the intersection or may be running the red light. 0 0 One of the biggest problems with city streets - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 254
the freeway as you drive along the entrance ramp, you should begin to check traffic. Try to determine where you expect to blend with the flow. Try slower. Stay in the right lane unless you want to pass. Before changing lanes, check your mirrors. Then use your turn signal. Just before you leave the - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 255
windows clean insideand outside? Wiper Blades:Are they in good shape? Fuel, Engine Oil, Other Fluids: Have you checked all levels? Lamps: Are they all working? Are the lenses clean? Tires: They are vitally important toa safe, trouble-free trip. Is the tread good enough for long-distance driving?Are - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 256
condition engine cool interior. Keep your eyes moving. Scan the road ahead and to the sides.Check your mirrors and your instruments frequently. Driving on steep hills or mountains is different from driving in flat orrolling terrain. 0 0 If you get sleepy, pull off the road into a rest, service - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 257
Keep your vehicle in good shape. Check all fluid levels and also the brakes, tires, cooling system and transaxle. Theseparts can work hard on There could be car something in your lane, like a stalled or an accident. You may see highway signs on mountains that warn of special problems. Examples long - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 258
outer red clothing, a small shovel, a flashlight, a cloth and reflective warning triangles. And, if you will be driving under severe conditions, include a small bag of sand, a piece of old carpet or a couple of burlap bags to help provide traction. Be sure you properly secure these items in your - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 259
can be slick hard to drive on. But wet and ice can be even more trouble because it may offer the least tractionof all. You can getwet ice when it's has a traction control system, you'll want to slow down and adjust your driving to the road conditions. See"Traction Control System"in the Index. If - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 260
vehicle's stability when you make a hard stop on a slippery road. Even though you have an anti-lock braking system, you'll want to begin stopping soonerthan you would on dry pavement. See "Anti-Lock'' in the Index. 0 If You're Caught in a Blizzard Allow greater following distance on any slippery - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 261
blanket around you. If you have no blankets or extra clothing, make body insulators fromnewspapers, burlap bags, rags, floor mats -- anything you can base of your vehicle, especially any that is blockingyour exhaust pipe. And check around again from time to time to be sure snow doesn't collect there - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 262
as long as you must. This saves fuel. When you run the engine, make it goa little faster than just idle. That is, push the accelerator slightly. This uses less fuel for the heat that you get and it keeps the battery charged. You will need a well-charged battery to restart the vehicle, and possibly - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 263
vehicle or the Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) for eitherthe front or rear axle. NOTICE: Your warranty does not cover parts or components that fail front or rear GAWR. If you do, parts on your vehicle can break, or it can change the way vehicle your handles. These could cause to lose control. you - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 264
to remove the ELC fuse in the fusecontrol panel until you can have your vehicle serviced (see "Fuses and Circuit Breakers" in the Index.) Using heavier suspension components to get added durability might not change your weight ratings. Ask your retailer to help you load your vehicle the right way - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 265
if the traileris too heavy, the brakes may not work well or even Weight of the Trailer" that appears laterin this section. But trailering is different than just driving your vehicle by itself. Trailering means changes in handling, durability and fuel weight. The engine part, and your retailer for - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 266
do withweight: 0 0 0 the weight of the trailer, the weight of the trailer tongue and the weight on your vehicle's tires. There (80 k m h ) and don't make starts at full throttle. This helps your engine and other parts of your vehicle wear in at the heavier loads. You should use THIRD (3) (or as - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 267
oryou can write us at: Customer Assistance Representative Oldsmobile Customer Assistance Network 16 E. Judson Street P.O. Box trailer is an important weight to measure because it affectsthe total or gross weight of your vehicle. TheGross Vehicle Weight (GVW) includes the curb weight of the vehicle, - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 268
. (900 kg), be sure to use properly mounted, weight-carrying hitch and sway control of the proper size. This equipment is very important for proper vehicle loading and good handling when you're driving. Will you have to make any holes in the body of your vehicle when you install a trailer hitch? If - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 269
with your front, main heating or cooling system and with the on fan on any speed. This bring fresh, will outside air into your vehicle. Do not use RECIRC because it only recirculates the air inside your vehicle. (See "Comfort Controls'' in the Index.) Trailer Brakes If your trailer weighs more than - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 270
know your rig. Acquaint yourself with the feel of handling and braking with the added weight of the trailer. And always keep in mind that brake controller by hand to be sure the brakes are working. This letsyou check your electrical connection at the same time. During your trip, check guide you. 4-38 - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 271
soft shoulders, curbs,road signs, It's important to check occasionally to be sure have to use your brakes so much that they /h) to reducethe possibility of engine and transaxle overheating. If you in THIRD (3) instead of AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE (D) (or, as change. Properly hooked up, the trailer lamps will - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 272
Your vehicle will need service more often when you're pulling a trailer. See the Maintenance Schedule for more on this. Things that are especially important in trailer operation are automatic transaxle fluid (don't overfill), engine oil, belts, cooling system and brake adjustment. Each of these - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 273
@lJ NOTES 4-41 - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 274
b6 NOTES 4-42 - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 275
'll find what to do about some problems that can occur on the road. 5-2 5-2 5-3 5-7 5- 13 5-24 Hazard Warning Flashers Other Warning Devices Jump Starting Towing Your Vehicle Engine Overheating If a Tire Goes Flat 5-24 5-24 5-34 5-35 Air Inflator (Option) Changing a Flat Tire Compact Spare Tire If - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 276
the button down and it will pop back up by itself. Your hazard warning flashers letyou warn others. They also let police know you have a problem. Your front and rear turn signal lamps will flash on and off. When the hazard warning flashers are on, your turn signals won't work. Other - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 277
sliding door, a low voltage battery or replacing a battery may cause the system to become inoperative. See "Power Sliding Door"in and it could damage your vehicle. 1. Check the other vehicle. It must have a 12-volt battery with a negativeground system. Batteries can hurt you. They can be dangerous - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 278
fuse and relay center. Pull up the cap to access the remote positive (+) terminal. You should always use the remote positive (+) terminal instead of the positive (+) terminal on your battery. 3. Turn off the ignition on both vehicles. Unplug unnecessary accessories plugged into the cigarette - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 279
from moving parts and some have been blinded. a flashlight if Use once is the engine running. you need morelight. Be sure the battery has enough the dead battery. Use a battery installed in every new GM vehicle. But if remote positive (+) terminal if the vehicle has one. a battery has filler caps, be - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 280
terminal. 8. Attach the cable at least 18 inches (45 cm) away from the dead battery, but not near engine parts that move. The electrical connection is just as good there, but the chance of sparks getting back to the battery is much less. Don't let the other end touch anything until the next step - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 281
to tow it without damage. See "Roadside Assistance" in the Index. If your vehicle has been changed or modified since it was factory-new by adding aftermarket items like fog lamps, aero skirting, or was an accident, what was damaged. A. Heavy Metal Engine Part 0 B. Good Battery C. Dead Battery - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 282
toyou or others: 0 Never let passengersride in a vehicle that is being towed. 0 Never tow faster than safe or posted speeds. 0 Never tow with damaged parts not fully secured. 0 Never get under your vehicle after ithas beenlifted by the tow truck. 0 Always use separate safety chains on each side when - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 283
should be clamped in a straight-ahead position,with a clamping device designed fortowing service. Do not use the vehicle's steering column lock for this. For front towing, the transaxle should be in PARK (P) and the parking brake released. For rear towing, the transaxle should be in NEUTRAL (N) and - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 284
I NOTICE: Do not haveyour vehicle towed with front the wheels in contact withthe ground. This will damage the transaxle. If the vehicle must be towed on frontwheels, the it cannot be towed morethan a total of 500 miles (800 km) for the lifetime of the vehicle. Front Towing Tow Limits -- 55 mph (90 - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 285
NOTICE: Do not tow with sling-type equipmentor the front bumper system be damaged. Use will wheel-lift or car-carrier equipment. Additional ramping may be required for car-carrier equipment. Use safety chains and wheel straps. Towing a vehicle over rough surfaces could damage a vehicle. Damage can - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 286
: Do not tow with sling-type equipment or the rear bumper systemwill be damaged. Use wheel-lift or car-carrier equipment. Additional ramping may be required for car-carrier equipment. Use safety chains andwheel straps. Towing a vehicle over rough surfaces could damage a vehicle. Damage can occur - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 287
severely degraded. Repair the cause of coolant loss and change the oil. See "Engine Oil, When to Change" in the Index. Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode Should an overheated engine condition exist, an overheat protection mode which alternates firinggroups of three cylinders helps prevent - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 288
can catch fire. or You if others could be badly burned. Stop your engine it overheats, and get out the vehicle until the of engine is cool. NOTICE: If your engine catches fire because keep you driving withno coolant, yourvehicle can be badly damaged. Thecostly repairs would not be covered by your - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 289
it cools down.Also, see "Overheated Engine ProtectionOperating Mode" listedpreviously in this section. Stop after high-speed driving. Idle for long periodsin traffic. Tow a trailer. If you get the overheat warning with no sign of steam, try this for a minute or so: 1. Turn off your air conditioner - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 290
when the engine is not running and can injure you. Keep hands, clothing and tools away from any underhood electric fan. If the coolant inside the coolant recovery tank is boiling, don't do anything else until it cools down. A. Radiator Pressure Cap B. Electric Engine Fans C . Coolant Recovery Tank - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 291
hoses, heater hoses,radiator, water pump or somewhere else in the cooling system. NOTICE: Engine damage from running your engine without coolant isn't covered your warranty. by If there seems to be no leak, with the engine on, check to see if the electric engine cooling fans are running. If the - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 292
information.) NOTICE: In cold weather, water can freeze and crack the engine, radiator, heater core and other parts. Use the recommended coolant and the proper coolant mixture. - - IN: Adding only plain water to your cooling system can be dangerous. Plain water, some other or liquid like alcohol - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 293
coolant on a hot engine. When the coolant in the coolant recovery tank is at or above the FULL COLD mark, start your vehicle. If the overheat warning continues, there's one more thing you can try. You can add the proper coolant mixture directly to the radiator but be sure the cooling system is cool - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 294
are under pressure, and if you turn the radiator pressure cap even a little they can come out at high speed. Never turn the cap when the cooling system, including radiator pressure the cap, is hot. Waitfor the cooling systemand the radiator pressure cap to cool if you ever haveto turn the pressure - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 295
How to Add Coolant to the Radiator F ..:...: r:E - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 296
can feel the upper radiator hose getting hot. Watch out for the engine cooling fans. 5. By this time, the coolant level inside the radiator filler neck may be lower. If the level is lower, add more of the proper DEX-COOL@coolant mixture through the filler neck until the level reaches the base of - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 297
6. Then replace the pressure cap. At any time during this procedure if coolant begins to flow out of the filler neck,reinstall the pressure cap.Be sure the arrows on the pressure cap line up like this. 7. Then fill the coolant recovery tank to the FULL COLD mark. 8. Put the cap back on the coolant - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 298
the of tire farthestaway from the one being changed. That would bethe tire on the other side of the vehicle, at the opposite end. Air Inflator (Option) Your vehicle may have an air inflator used to bring tires up to theproper pressure. See "Accessory Inflator System" in the Index for more details. - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 299
in the storage compartment at the rear of the vehicle, on the passenger's side. The following steps will tell you how to use the jackand change a tire. Remove the side convenience nets. Open the jack storage compartment by lifting up the tab and pulling the cover off. 5-25 - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 300
HOIST ASSEMBLY EXTENSION (CHISEL END) I JACK & TOOL STORAGE (VALVE STEM DOWN) Remove the jackand jacking tools by loosening the wing nut and bracket. Separate the plastic pouch from the jackand remove the jacking tools (folding wrench and shaft) from the pouch. The compact spare tire is - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 301
c The tools you'll be using include the jack (A), shaft (B) and folding wrench (C). Slide the cable retainer through the center of the spare, then place thecompact spare tirenear the flat tire. 5-27 - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 302
Spare Tire 1. If your vehicle has aluminum wheels, use the handle of the folding Then, with the other end of the wrench, loosen the nuts. 2. If your vehicle has the plastic "bolt-on" wheel covers, you cannot separate the nylon wheel nut caps from the cover. Loosen them completely using the folding - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 303
the handle back to the starting position. This avoids taking the wrench off the lug nut for each turn.) 4. Near each wheel, there is a notch in the vehicle's body. Position the jackand raise the jack head until it fits firmly into the notch in the vehicle's frame nearest the flattire. OLDS ONLY - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 304
whenit is jacked up is dangerous. If the vehicle slipsoff the jack, you could be badly injured or killed. Never get under a vehicle whenit is supported only by a jack. 5. Attach the folding wrench to the jack, and rotate the wrench to the right to raise jack the head a few inches. A CAUTION - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 305
a serious accident. 9. Install the spare tire and replace the wheel nuts with the rounded end of the nuts Rust or dirton the wheel, or on the parts to which it is fastened, canmake the wheel nuts become could come off and cause an accident. When you change a wheel, remove any rust or dirt from the - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 306
\ OLDS ONLY I 11. Tightenthewheel nuts firmly in a criss-cross sequence, as shown. A CAUTION: comeoff. This could leadto an accident. Be sure to use the correct wheel nuts. If you have to replace them, be sure to get new GM original equipment wheel nuts. Stop somewhere as soon as you canand have - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 307
lead to brake pulsation and rotordamage. To avoid expensive brake repairs, of the vehicle until you have theflat tire repaired or replaced. Storing a jack, a tireother equipment in the or the rearof the vehicle. This will help when you check and maintain tire pressurein the spare. Keep raising the - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 308
-size tire, replace the bolt-on wheel covers and the center cap.Tighten them "hand tight'' over the wheel nuts, using the folding wrench. ' BAG & TOOLS Compact Spare Tire Although the compact spare tire was fully inflated when your vehicle was new, it can lose air aftera time. Check the inflation - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 309
spare is installed, don't take your vehicle through an automatic car wash with guide rails.The compact spare canget caught on the rails. That , the transaxle or other partsof the vehicle can overheat. That could causean engine compartment fire or other damage. When you're stuck, spin the wheels as - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 310
I NOTICE: Spinning your wheels can destroy parts of your vehicle as wellas the tires. If you Control System" in the Index.) Then shift back and forth between REVERSE (R) and a forward gear, spinning the wheels as little as possible. Release the accelerator pedal while you shift, and press lightly on - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 311
Service Fuel Filling a Portable Fuel Container Checking Things Under the Hood Engine Oil Air Cleaner Passenger Compartment Air Filter Replacement Automatic Transaxle Fluid Engine Coolant Radiator PressureCap Windshield Washer Fluid Brakes Battery Bulb Replacement Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 312
Oldsmobile Service Manual. It tells you much more about how to service your vehicle than this manual can. To order the proper service manual, see "Service and Owner Publications" in the Index. Your vehicle has an air bag system. Before attempting to do your own service work, see "Servicing Your Air - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 313
knocking, your engine needs service. But don't worry if you hear a littlepinging noise when you're accelerating or drivingup a hill. That's normal, and you don't have tobuy a higher octane fuel to get rid of pinging. It's the heavy, constant knock that means you have a problem. Adding Equipment - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 314
. If fuels containingMMT are used, spark plug life may be reduced and your emission control system performance may be affected. The malfunction indicator lamp on your instrument panel may turn on. If this occurs, return to your authorized Oldsmobile retailer for service. To provide cleaner air, all - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 315
find. Never use leaded gasoline or other fuelnot any recommended in the previoustext on fuel. Costly repairs caused by use of improper fuelwouldn't be coveredby your warranty. To check on fuel availability, ask an auto club, or contact amajor oil company that does business the in country where you - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 316
, you could be badly burned. Gasoline can spray out you if you open the on fuel filler cap too quickly. This spray can happen if your tank is nearly full, and is more in likely hot weather. Open the fuel filler cap slowly and wait for any '(hiss" noise to stop. Then unscrew the - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 317
the right (clockwise) untilyou hear a clicking sound. Make sure you fully install the cap. The diagnostic system can determine if the fuel cap has been left off or improperly installed. Thiswould allow fuel to evaporate into the atmosphere. See "Malfunction Indicator Lamp" in the Index. . NOTICE - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 318
hands, clothing and tools awayfrom any underhood electric fan. I I A CAUTION: Things that burncan get on engine parts and hot start a fire. These include liquids like gasoline, oil, coolant,brake fluid, windshield washerand other fluids, and plastic or rubber. You or others could be burned. Be - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 319
hood. Then go to the frontof the vehicle and push up on the underhood release. Lift thehood. The hood prop may be due to increased engine hot temperatures under the hood, so be careful when handling it.Use your hood prop sleevewhen - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 320
and Relay Center B. Remote Positive (+) Terminal C. Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir D. Radiator Pressure Cap E. Power Steering Fluid Reservoir E Engine Oil Fill Location G. Engine Oil Dipstick H. Transaxle Fluid Dipstick I. Brake Master Cylinder J. Air Cleaner IS. Engine Coolant Reservoir 6-10 - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 321
you open the hood. Engine Oil If the low oil level light on the instrumentpanel comes on, it means you need to check your engine oil level right away. LEVEL The engine oil dipstick islocated at the front of the engine compartment, near the center. The dipstick handle has a bright, yellow loop - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 322
tip down, and check the level. NOTICE: Don't add too much oil. your engine hasso If much cap is located just behind the engine oildipstick. When to Add Engine Oil If the oil is at or below the ADD mark, then you'll need to add at least one quart of oil. But you must use the right kind. This part - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 323
symbol on the front of the oil container. If you have your oil changed for you, be sure the oil put into your engine is American Petroleum Institute certified for RECOMMENDED SAE VISCOSITY GRADE ENGINE OILS FOR BEST FUEL ECONOMY AND COLD STARTING, SELECT THE LOWEST SAE VISCOSITY GRADE OIL FOR THE - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 324
Engine Oil Additives Don't add anything to your oil. Your retailer is ready to advise if you think something should be added. When to Change Engine The vehicle is used for delivery service, police, taxi or other commercial application. Driving under these conditions causesengine oil to break down - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 325
into streams bodies of water. Instead, or recycle itby taking it to a place that collects oil. If used you have a problem properly disposing of your used oil, ask your retailer, a service station or a local recycling center for help. The air cleaner located at the frontof the engine is compartment - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 326
, which is part of a two-piece filter system. The filter removes certain contaminants from the air, including pollen and dust particles. Reductions in airflow, which may occur more quickly in dusty areas, indicate that the filter needs to be replaced early. For how often to change the passenger - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 327
access panel. 3. The first filterwill pull straight out. To remove the second, reachin and slide it toward the opening.Pull the second filter out. 4. Replace the filters by reversing Step 3. Make sure the filters are inserted so that the sealing foam is angled in the same direction on both filters - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 328
Transaxle Fluid r--- I to Check and Change n A good time to check your automatic transaxle fluid level is when the engine oil is changed. Change both the fluid and filter every 50,000 miles (83 000 k ) the vehicle is mainly driven under one m if or more of these conditions: 0 NOTICE: Too much - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 329
five minutes. Then, without shutting off the engine,follow these steps: Checking the Fluid Level Park your vehicle on a level place. Keep the engine running. With the parking brake applied, place the shift lever in PARK (P). With your foot on the brake pedal, move the shift lever througheach gear - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 330
much fluid, generally less than one pint (0.5 L). Don't overfiZZ. NOTICE: 3. Check both sides of the dipstick, and read the lower level. The fluid level must @-111, because fluid with that label is made especially for your automatic transaxle. Damage caused by fluid other than DEXRON-I11 is not - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 331
new vehicle warranty. lunb The following explains your cooling system and how to add coolant when it is low. If you have a problem with engine overheating, see"Engine Overheating" in the Index. -- A 50/50 mixture of water and DEX-COOL@ coolant will: Give freezing protection down to -34°F (-37 - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 332
much water in the mixture can freeze and crack the engine, radiator, heater core and other parts. If you have to add coolant more than four times a year, have your retailer check your cooling system. Adding only plain water to your cooling system can be dangerous. Plain water, or some other liquid - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 333
Checking Coolant The engine coolant reservoir located on the driver's is side of the vehicle, above the air cleaner. If this lightcomes on, it means you're low on engine coolant. Adding Coolant If you need more coolant, add the properDEX-COOL@ coolant mixtureat the coolantrecovery tank. - When - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 334
. Be sure the arrows on the cap line up with the overflow tube on the radiator filler neck. When you replace your radiator pressurecap, a GM cap is recommended. Thermostat Engine coolant temperature is controlled by a thermostat in the engine coolant system. The thermostat stops the flow of - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 335
could indicate aproblem. Have the system inspected and repaired. How To Check Power Steering Fluid When the engine compartment is cool, wipe the cap and the top of the reservoir clean, then unscrew the cap and wipe the dipstick with a clean rag. Replace the cap and completely tighten it. Then - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 336
vehicle, near the fuseand relay center. 0 0 When using concentrated washer fluid, follow the manufacturer's instructions for adding water. Don't full. Don't use engine coolant (antifreeze) in your windshieldwasher. It can damage your washer system and paint. Open the cap labeled WASHER FLUID ONLY - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 337
you get new brake linings. You should add (or remove) brake fluid, as necessary, only when work is done on the brake hydraulic system. Your brake master cylinder reservoir is here. It is filled with DOT-3 brake iluid. If you have too much brake fluid, can spill on it the engine. The fluid will - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 338
only. @ " 1 NOTICE: Using the wrong fluid can badly damage a few brake system parts. For example, just drops of mineral-based oil, such as engine oil, in your brake system can damage brake system parts so badly that they'll have to be replaced. Don't let someone put in the wrong kindof fluid. If - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 339
tires are removed for rotation or changing.When you have the front brakepads replaced, have the rear brakes inspected, too. Brake linings should always be replaced as complete axle sets. See "Brake System Inspection'' in Section 7 under Part C "Periodic Maintenance Inspections." I A CAUTION: The - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 340
, if someone puts in brake linings thatare wrong for your vehicle, the balancebetween your front and rear brakes can change -- for theworse. The braking performance you've come to expect can change in many other ways if someone puts in thewrong replacement brake parts. Batteries have acid that can - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 341
Jump Starting For jump starting instructions, see "Jump Starting" in the Index. Headlamps Bulb Replacement Halogen Bulbs I I NOTICE: You or others could be injured. Be sure to read and follow the instructions on the bulb package. 2. Remove the front parkinghurn signal lamp assembly. See "Front - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 342
I 3. Remove the two wing nuts located o n top of the headlamp assembly. 6. Unhook the electrical connector by lifting up the blue tabs and pulling the bulb out. 4. Unscrew the black retainer ring that holds the bulb assembly in place. 5. Pull the bulb assembly straight up from the lamp housing. - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 343
7. Replace the new bulb through the black retainer ring and into the electrical connector. Push the bulb firmly enough so that the blue tabs hook over - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 344
Replace the parkinghrn signal lamp assembly by lining up the tabs at the back of the assembly with the holes in the fender. 2. Remove the thumb screw attaching the parking/turn signal lamp assembly to the headlamp assembly. 3. Pull the parkinghrn signal lamp assembly away from the body. 4. Unscrew - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 345
by pulling the old one out and gently pushing the new one intothe lamp socket. 6. Line up the tabs on the sockets with the gaps in the socket holes and screw the bulb socket back into the lamp housing until a click is heard (the tab popping back out). 7. To replace the lamp assembly - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 346
Open the hood. 5. Replace the bulb by pulling the old one out and gently pushing 'the new one into the lamp socket. 2. Remove the thumb screw attaching the parkingkurn signal lamp assembly to the headlamp assembly. 3. Pull the parkinghrn signal lamp assembly away from the body. 4. Unscrew the bulb - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 347
the inboard side. 3. Pull off the entire taillamp housing. The locatorhetaining pins on the outboard side are part of the lamp assembly and will remain intact during removal. 7. To replace the lamp assembly, line up and insert the tabs on the backof the assembly with the slots in the fender. Engage - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 348
pins until the lamp is seated. Securewith the inboard screws. For any bulb changing procedure not listed in this section, contact your retailer service department. Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement For the proper windshield wiper blade length and type, see "Replacement Parts" in the Index - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 349
tire warranty and where to obtain service, see your Oldsmobile Warranty booklet for details. Poorly maintained air-out and a serious accident. See "Loading Your Vehicle" in the Index. Underinflated tires pose the same danger as overloaded tires.The resulting accident could causeserious injury. Check - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 350
,which is on the rear edge of the driver's door, shows the correct inflation pressures for your tires when your tires have too much air (overinflation), you can get thefollowing: 0 Unusual wear 0 Bad handling Roughride 0 Needless damage from road hazards. When to Check Check your tires once a month - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 351
possible and check wheel alignment. Also crheck for damaged tires or wheels. See "When It's 'Timefor New Tires" and "Wheel Replacement" later in on the parts to which it is fastened, can make wheel nuts becomeloose after a time. The wheel could comeoff and cause an accident. When you change a wheel, - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 352
's time fornew tires is to check the treadwear indicators, which will appear give proper endurance, handling, speed rating, traction, ride and other things during normal service on your vehicle. deep enough to show cord or fabric. If you ever replace your tires with those not having a TPC Spec number - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 353
may not handle properly, and system does not apply to deep tread,winter-type snow tires, space-saver or temporary use spare tires, tires with nominal rim diametersof 10 to 12 inches (25 to 30 cm), or to some limited-productiontires. While the tires available General Motors passenger on cars and light - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 354
stop on wet pavement as measured under controlled conditions on specified government test surfaces of asphalt and concrete. A tire marked C may have poor traction performance. Warning: The traction grade assigned to this tire is based on braking (straight ahead) traction tests and does not include - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 355
boltsand wheel nuts for replacement. NOTICE: The wrongwheel can also cause problems with bearing life, brake cooling, speedometer or odometer calibration, headlamp aim, bumper height, vehicle ground clearance and tire tire or chain clearance to the body and chassis. See "Changing a Flat Tire" in - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 356
's been driven. It could fail suddenly and cause an accident. you have to replace a If wheel, use a new GM original equipmentwheel. 1 NOTICE: Use tire ends securely fastened. Drive slowly and follow the chain manufacturer's instructions. If you can hear the chains contacting yourvehicle, stop and - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 357
manufacturer's warnings and instructions. And always open your doors or windows when you're cleaning the inside. Never use these toclean your vehicle: Don't use any of these unless this manual stain. Use a clean cloth or sponge, and change to a clean area often. A soft brush - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 358
or section.Mask surrounding trim along stitch or welt lines. 3. Mix powdered cleaner following the directions on cool water and allow to dry completely. 3. If a stain remains, follow instructions retailer for this product. Special Fabric Cleaning Problems Stains caused by such things as catsup, - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 359
-in Child Restraint Pad The built-in child restraint pad is attached to the seat frame with fastener strips.You can remove the pad and hand wash it with mild even make it difficult to see through the windshield under certain conditions. Cleaning Interior Plastic Components Use only a mild soap and - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 360
often. GM Glass Cleaner (GM Part No. 1050427) or a liquid the blade with water. Check the wiper blades and clean them as necessary; replace blades that look worn. Cleaner, Bon Ami@Powder (non-scratching glass cleaning powder), GM Part No. 1050011. The windshield is clean if beads do not form - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 361
Door" in the Index. High pressure carwashes may cause water to enter your vehicle. Cleaning ExteriorLampsLenses Use lukewarm or cold water, a soft cloth and a liquid hand, dish or car washing (mild detergent) soap to clean exterior lamps and lenses. Follow instructions to the colored basecoat. - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 362
garaged or covered whenever possible. Don't take your vehicle through an automatic car wash that has silicon carbide tire cleaning brushes. These brushes can repair or replacement, make sure the body repair shop applies anti-corrosion material to the parts repaired or replaced to restore corrosion - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 363
service outlets. Larger areas of finish damage can be corrected in your retailer's body defect in the paint job causes this, Oldsmobile will repair, at no charge to the owner, the surfacesof new vehicles damaged by this fallout condition parts such as fuel lines, frame, floor pan and exhaust system - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 364
Appearance Care Materials Chart PART NUMBER 994954 1050172 1050173 1050174 1050214 1050427 1052870 ~ 1 1052918** I SIZE in. x 25 in. oz grime, smoke and fingerprints Glass Cleaner Wash Wax Concentrate Cleans and lightly waxes Protects leather, wood, acrylics, Plexiglas plastic, Armor All Protectant - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 365
outside your vehicle. TheVIN also appears on the Vehicle Certification and Service Parts labels and the certificates of title and registration. Engine Identification The 8th character in your VIN is the engine code. This code will help you identify your engine, specifications and replacement parts. - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 366
Servicing Your Air Bag-Equipped Vehicle" in the Index. Windshield Wipers The windshield wiper motor is protected by an internal circuit breaker and a fuse. If the motor overheats due to heavy snow, etc., the wiper will stop until the motor cools. If the overload is caused by some electrical problem - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 367
. Be sure you replace a bad fuse with a new one of the identical size and rating. If you ever have a problem on the road and don't have a spare fuse,you can borrow one that has the same amperage or use one of the spare fusesin the underhood fuse and relay center. Just pick some - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 368
RH T/LP LH T/LP swc ABS SOL I PWR MIRROR ELEC PRNDL Manual Printed in / FRT W P W S H R PWR LOCK RH T L P RR FOG LP CIGARIDLC Circuit Breakers HEADLAMP PWR WDOIRR VENT PWR SEATIPSD DRL Control Module, Headlamp and I/P Dimmer Switch Front Power Windows 6-Way Power Seat(s) and Rear Side Door - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 369
STOP LAMP Stoplamp Switch to Stoplamps ABS MOD BATT Electronic Brake Control Module/Electronic Brake Traction Control Module (EBCM/EBTCM) CAN VENTSOL Evaporative Emissions (EVAP) Canister Vent Solonoid Valve ELC Electronic Level Control (ELC) Air Compressor and ELC Relay, Trailer Harness CTSY - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 370
Air Inlet Actuator, DRL Control Module, Heater-A/C Control, Temperature Door Actuator (Front) and Rear Window Defogger Relay Control Module (BCM) Not Used IGN MAIN Relay and PCM LH HEADLP LOW Not Used BCM PRGRM Body RH HEADLP HIGH PCM LH HEADLP HIGH ABSITCS IGN Not Used Electronic Brake Control - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 371
13-AiCCLU 1L - FUEL PUMP - I L - J This fuse and relay center is located in the engine compartment, in front of the windshield washer fluid reservoir. if The fuses marked spare are available a replacement fuse is needed. Maxi Fuse 1-COOL FAN 2 3-HEADLAMPS Coolant Fans Circuit Breakers: FRT - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 372
, HVAC/DRL, MALL/RADIO/DIC, PWR QRT VENT, RR HVAC, RR WPRNSHR, SUNROOF, SWC ACCY and PWR WDO Circuit Breaker Mini Relays 9-COOL FAN 10-COOL FAN 2 RH FAN 1, LH FAN 2 LH FAN 2 FUSES: A/C CLU, IGN l-U/H, INS, ELEK IGN, TCC RH FAN 1, LH FAN 2 A/C Clutch Fuel Pump Not Used Horn LH Fog Lamp, RH Fog - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 373
Control Motor, Remote Control Door Lock Receiver (RCDLR), Security Indicator Lamp and Theft Deterrent Shock Sensor Mini Fuse 30-ALT SENSE 3 1-TCC Generator Automatic Transaxle(Torque Converter Clutch Solenoids) Stoplamp Switch to PCM Fuel Pump Relay Powertrain Control Module (PCM) Not Used Fog - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 374
(0.37 L) *See Air Conditioning Refrigerants laterin this section. NOTE: All capacities are approximate. When adding, be sure to fill to the appropriate level, as recommended in this manual. Automatic Transaxle Pan Removal and Replacement ...8 quarts (7.5 L) Cooling System With A/C ...9.6 quarts - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 375
.2 cm) Rear Tread Width ...63.3 inches (160.8 cm) Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts Air Cleaner Filter ...AC Type A- 1208C Passenger Compartment Air Cleaner Filter (2) ...52470574 Engine Oil Filter ...PF47 Spark Plugs ...AC Type 4 1-940 Gap: 0.060 inches (1.5 mm) Windshield Wiper Blades Length - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 376
@bNOTES 6-66 - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 377
Vehicleand the Environment How This Section is Organized Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services Using Your Maintenance Schedule 7-4 7-29 7-33 7-34 7-36 Selecting the Right Schedule Part B: Owner Checks and Services Part C: PeriodicMaintenance Inspections Part D: Recommended Fluids and Lubricants - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 378
condition, please maintain your vehicle properly. KEEP ENGINE OIL AT THE PROPER LEVEL AND CHANGE AS RECOMMENDED Protection Plan Have you purchased the GM Protection Plan? The Plan supplements your new vehicle warranties. See your Warranty and Owner Assistance booklet, your or Oldsmobile retailer - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 379
let your retailer's service department or another qualified service center these jobs. do "Part B: Owner Checksand Services" tells you what should be checked and when. It also explains what you can easily do to help keep your vehicle in good condition. "Part C: Periodic Maintenance Inspections - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 380
checks and replacements than you'll find in the schedules in this section. So please read this section and note how you drive. If you have any questions on how to keep your vehicle in good condition, seeyour retailer. This part tells you the maintenance services the recommended fuel. See "Fuel" in - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 381
000 km):Automatic Transaxle Service (severe conditions only). Every 60,000 Miles (100 000 km): Engine Accessory Drive Belt Inspection. Fuel Tank, and Lines Cap Inspection (or every60 months, whichever occurs first). Every 100,000 Miles (166 000 km): Spark Plug Wire Inspection. Spark Plug Replacement - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 382
Miles(100 000 km): Engine Accessory Drive Belt Inspection. FuelTank, Cap and Lines Inspection (or every60 months, whichever occurs first). Every 100,000 Miles (166 km): Spark Plug Wire 000 Inspection. Spark Plug Replacement. Every 150,000 Miles(240 000 km): Cooling System Service (or every 60 months - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 383
brake cable guides and the underbody contact points and linkage. tire rotation. See "Brake System Inspection" under "Periodic Maintenance Inspections" in Part C of this schedule. + A good time to check your brakes recommended maintenance services be performed at the indicated intervals and the - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 384
oiland filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. I 6,000 Miles (10 000 km) 0 Change engine oiland filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. 0 Lubricate chassis components (or every 6 months, whichever occurs first). (See - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 385
months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. 0 Inspect air cleaner filter you are driving industy conditions. if Replace filter if necessary. An Emission Control Service. (See footnote?.) DATE 1 18,000 Miles (30 000 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every3 months, whichever - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 386
,000 Miles (40 000 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (orevery 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. 0 Lubricate chassis components (or every 6 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.) 0 Replace passenger compartment air filter. Rotate tires. See "Tire Inspection - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 387
Miles (50 000 km) 0 Change engine oiland filter (or every3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. 0 Lubricate chassis components(or every 6 months, whichever occurs first). #.) (See footnote 0 Replace air cleaner filter. An Emission Control Service. 0 Rotate tires. See"Tire - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 388
every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. 0 Inspect air cleaner filter if you are driving industy conditions. Replace filter if necessary. An Emission Control Service. (See footnote?.) 48,000 Miles (80 000 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 389
trailer towing. - Uses such as found in taxi, police or delivery service. If you do not use your vehicle under anyof these conditions,the fluid and filter donot require changing. DATE 51,000 Miles (85 000 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 390
,000 Miles (100 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (orevery 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. 0 Lubricate chassis components (or every 6 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.) 0 Replace passenger compartment air filter. 0 Inspect engineaccessory drive belt - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 391
Inspect fuel cap gasket and for any damage. Replace parts as needed. An Emission Control Service. (See footnote?.) 0 Rotate tires. See "Tire Inspection and Rotation'' in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.) 63,000 Miles (105 000 km) 0 Change engine oil - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 392
DATE I 75,000 Miles (125 000 km) 0 Change engine oiland filter (orevery 3 months, whichever occurs fist). An Emission Control Service. [7 Inspect air cleaner filter if you are driving in dusty conditions. Replace filterif necessary. An Emission Control Service. (See footnote?.) DATE MILEAGE I - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 393
84,000 Miles (140 000 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. 0 Lubricate chassiscomponents (or every 6 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.) Replace passenger compartment air filter. Rotate tires. See "Tire Inspection - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 394
000 Miles (150 000 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. 0 Lubricate chassis components (or every 6 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.) 0 Replace air cleaner filter. An Emission Control Service. 0 Rotate tires. See - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 395
,000 Miles (160 000 km) 0 Change engine oiland filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. 0 Lubricate chassis components (or every 6 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote#.) 0 Replace passenger compartment air filter. Rotate tires. See "Tire Inspection - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 396
,OOO Miles (166 000 km) I DATE Inspect spark plug wires. An Emission Control Service. 0 Replace spark plugs. An Emission Control Service. 0 Change automatic transaxle fluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions: - In heavy city traffic where the outside - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 397
cable guides and the underbody contact points and linkage. + A good time to check your brakes is during tire rotation. See "Brake System Inspection" under "Periodic Maintenance Inspections" in Part C of this schedule. Footnotes -i- The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency or the California Air - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 398
DATE 15,000 Miles (25 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (orevery 12 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. 0 Lubricate chassis components (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.) 0 Replace passenger compartment air filter. 0 Rotate tires. See "Tire - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 399
" in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.) 0 Replace air cleaner filter. An Emission Control Service. 1 ACTUAL MILEAGE I SERVICEDBY I 37,500 Miles (62 500 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 400
45,000 Miles (75 000 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. 0 Lubricate chassis components (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.) 0 Replace passenger compartment air filter. 0 Rotate tires. See "Tire - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 401
information. (See footnote +.) 0 Inspect engine accessory drive belt. An Emission Control Service. 0 Replace air cleaner filter. An Emission Control Service. 0 Inspect fuel tank, cap lines for damage or leaks. Inspect fuel cap gasket and for any damage. Replace parts as needed. An Emission Control - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 402
+.) 75,000 Miles (125 000 km) 0 Change engine oiland filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. 0 Lubricate chassis components (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.) 0 Replace passenger compartment air filter. 0 Rotate tires. See "Tire - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 403
(150 000 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. IJ Lubricate chassis components (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.) 0 Replace passenger compartment air filter. 0 Replace air cleaner filter. An Emission - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 404
100,000 Miles (I66 000 km) 0 Inspect spark plug wires. An Emission Control Service. 0 Replace spark plugs. An Emission Control Service. 0 Change automatic transaxle fluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions: - In heavy city traffic where the outside - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 405
Systems" in the Index for further details. Engine Oil Level Check Check the engine oil level and add the proper oil if necessary. See "Engine Oil" in the Index for further details. Engine Coolant Level Check Check the engine coolant level add DEX-COOL@ and coolant mixtureif necessary. See "Engine - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 406
. See if "Automatic Transaxle" in the Index. A fluid loss may indicate a problem. Check the system and repair if needed. At Least Oncea Year Key Lock Cylinders Service Lubricate the key lock cylinders with the lubricant specified in Part D. Body Lubrication Service Lubricate all body door hinges - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 407
2. Firmly apply the parking brake (see "Parking Brake" in the Index if necessary). When you are doing this check, the vehicle could move suddenly ,your vehicle needs service. NOTE: Be ready to apply the regular brake immediately if the vehicle begins to move. 3. With the engine off, turn the - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 408
vehicle facing hill, downhill. Keeping your foot on the regular brake, set the parking brake. 0 The key should come out only in LOCK. 0 Parking Brake and Automatic TransaxleE Merhnnism Check To check the parking brake's holding ability: With the enginerunning and transaxle in NEUTRAL (N), slowly - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 409
condition. Also inspect drum brake linings Exhaust System Inspection for wear and cracks. Inspect other brake parts, including Inspect the complete exhaust system. Inspect the body near drums, wheel cylinders, calipers,parking brake, etc. the exhaust system.Look for broken, damaged, missingor Check - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 410
vehicle's engine, see "Engine Oil" in the Index. Parking Brake Cable Guides Chassis Lubricant (GM Part No. 12377985 or equivalent) or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI # 2, Category LB or GC-LB. Power Steering System Automatic Transaxle Key Lock Cylinders GM Power Steering Fluid (GM Part No - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 411
Part % No. 12346241 or equivalent). USAGE Rear Folding Seat, FuelDoor Hinge, Liftgate Hinges, Power Sliding Door Cable Sliding Door Track FLUID/LUBRICANT Multi-Pur ose Lubricant, Superlube& (GM Part Release Pawl Hood and Door Hinges Lubriplate@Lubricant Aerosol (GM Part No. 12346293 or equivalent - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 412
Part E: Maintenance Record After the scheduled services are performed, record the date, odometer reading and who performed the service in the boxes provided after themaintenance interval. Any additional information from "Owner Checks and Services" or"Periodic Maintenance" can be added on the - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 413
Maintenance Record 7-37 - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 414
Maintenance Record DATE ODOMETER READING SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED 7-38 - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 415
Assistance Information Here you will find out how to contact Oldsmobile you need assistance. This section also tells how to obtain if you service publicationsand how to report any safety defects. 8-2 8-4 8-5 8-6 8-6 8-7 Customer Satisfaction Procedure Customer Assistance for Text Telephone (TTY - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 416
Customer Satisfaction Procedure Oldsmobile retailers have the facilities, trained technicians and up-to-date information to at that level. If the matter has already been reviewed with the sales, service or parts manager, contact the owner of the retail facility or the general manager. u 'I 8-2 - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 417
a member of retail facility management, it appears your concern cannot be resolved by the retail facility without further help, contact the Oldsmobile Customer Assistance Network by calling 1-800-442-6537. In Canada, contact GM of Canada Customer Communication Centre in Oshawa by calling 1-800 - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 418
customers who are deaf, hard of hearing, or speech-impaired and who use Text Telephones (TTYs), Oldsmobile has TTY equipment available at its Customer Assistance Network. Any TTY user can communicate with Oldsmobile by dialing: 1-800-833-OLDS. (TTY users in Canada can dial 1-800-263-3830.) 8-4 - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 419
Number 1-800-442-OLDS (6537) is the one number to call for assistance in the United States. Trained Customer Assistance Representatives, on-call to render assistance to Oldsmobile drivers, can dispatch roadside assistance and towing service, locate the nearest Oldsmobile retail facility, take - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 420
your vehicle requires overnight warranty repairs, we'll provide a loaner car or reimburse you up to $30 a day for the cost of alternate transportation -- a cab, a bus or even a rental car if necessary. Having your car serviced is rarely convenient, but with Courtesy Transportation, at least you'll - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 421
. Toassist in resolving these disagreements, Oldsmobile voluntarily participates in BBB AUTO LINE. BBB AUTO LINE is an out-of-court program administered by the Better Business Bureau system to settle automotive disputes. Thisprogram is available free of charge to customers who currently own or - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 422
We prefer you utilize the Customer Satisfaction Procedure before you resort to AUTO LINE, but you may contact the BBB at any time. The BBB will attempt to resolve the complaint serving as intermediary. If an this mediation is unsuccessful, an informal hearing will be scheduled where eligible - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 423
Owner Publications in Canada Service manuals, owner's manuals and other service literature are available for purchase for all current and past model General Motors vehicles. The toll-freetelephone number for orderinginformation in Canada is 1-800-668-5539. REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS TO GENERAL MOTORS - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 424
withyour check, money order, in or credit card information to Helm, Incorporated (address below.) ~ CURRENT PUBLICATIONS FOR 1998 OLDSMOBILE SERVICE MANUALS Service Manuals have the diagnosis repair information and on engines, transmission, axle, suspension, brakes, electrical, steering, body, etc - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 425
Manual Repair Portfolio In Unit ITEM DESCRIPTION YEAR Service Car & Light Truck Transmission VEHICLE MODEL NAME 1998 1998 1998 1998 Date molyr: urntun tun tuIl r lm l Check here if your billing address is different from processing. GM-OLD-ORD98 *(Prices are subject to change without notice and - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 426
b%I NOTES 8-12 - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 427
6-21 Antifreeze ...hti-LOck Brakes ...4-7 Brake System Warning Light ...2-89, 4-7 Appearancecare ...6-47 Appearance Care Materials ...6-54 a...i.. 2-77 Ashtray ...3-9 Audio Systems ...Automatic Door Locks ...2-6 2-32 Automatic Overdrive ...7-30 Automatic Transaxle Check ...Automatic Transaxle Fluid - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 428
14 CD Player Theft-Deterrent Feature ...3-21 2-63 Center Dome Lamp ...Center Passenger Position (Bench Seat) ...1-53 Center Passenger Position (Bucket Seat) ...1-54 4-30 Certificationflire Label ...Chains.Safety ...4-37 Chains.Tire ...6-46 Changing a Flat Tire ...5-24 Charging System Indicator Light - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 429
...3-4 3-4 Defrosting ...Delayed Illumination ...2-62 6-65 Dimensions. Vehicle ...Door AjarLight ...2-97 Locks ...2-4 2-15 Power Sliding ...2-14 Sliding ...2-99 Driver Information Center ...1-29 DriverPosition ...Driver's Four-Way Manual Seat ...1-2 Driving 4-21 City ...Defensive ...4-2 Drunken - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 430
6-12 Checking ... Used ...6-15 What Kind to Use ...6-13 6-12 WhentoAdd ...When to Change ...6-14 Equipment. Adding to the Outside Of Your Vehicle ...6-3 Exhaust. Engine ...2-38 2-62 Exit Lighting ...6-48 Fabric Cleaning ...Fan Knob. Climate Control System ...3-2 6-7 Filling a Portable Fuel Container - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 431
...6-57 Gages Engine Coolant Temperature ...2-92 2-98 Fuel ...2-85 Speedometer ...2-86 Tachometer ...Garage Door Opener Compartment ...2-67 GAWR ...4-31 Gear Positions. Automatic Transaxle ...2-30 GloveBox ...2-65 Gross Axle Weight Rating ...4-31 4-30 Gross Vehicle Weight Rating ...Guide en Francais - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 432
...1.40.2.87 Anti-LGck Brake System Warning ...2.89.4.7 Brake System Warning ...2.88.6.28 2-88 Charging System Indicator ... K e y Lock Cylinders Service ... DoorAjar ...2-97 Engine Temperature Warning ...2-92 2-61 Interior ...2.93,6.23 Low Coolant Warning ...Low Fuel Warning ...2-98 Low Oil - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 433
Oil. Engine ...2-96. 6-11 Oil Pressure Light ...2-96 2-66 Overhead Console ...2-99 Driver Information Center ...Garage Door Opener Compartment ...2-67 2-68 Sunglasses Compartment ...Switchbank ...2-13 5-13 Overheated Engine Protection ...Overheating Engine ...5-13 Owner Checks and Services ...7-29 - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 434
Remote Control Mirror ...Seat ...l-3 2-97 Sliding Door Light ...Steering ...4-11 Windows ...2-50 Power Steering Fluid ...6-25 How to Check ...6-25 6-25 Whattouse ...6-25 Whentocheck ...Pregnancy, Use of Safety Belts ...1-37 5-1 Problems on the Road ...Publications, Service and Owner ...8-10 Radiator - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 435
1-23 Captain's Chairs ...1-90 SafetyBelts ...Seat and Restraint System Parts After a Crash ...1-90 1-12 Split Bench Seat ...Reporting Safety Defects ...8-8. 8-9 Resetting the Power Sliding Door ...2-19 Restraints 1-89 Checking ...1-70 Child ...1-6 Head ...Replacing Parts After a Crash ...1-90 Second - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 436
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...4-36 Towing ...4-33 4-39 Turnsignals ...Weight ...4-34 6-18 Transaxle Fluid, Automatic ...Transmitters, Remote Lock Control ...2-8 Transportation,Courtesy ...8-6 Trip Computer ...2-101 2-85 Trip Odometer ...TTYUsers ...8-4 Turn Signal and Lane Change Signals ...2-53 Turn Signal Reminder Chime - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 438
. 6-26 Fluid ...Fluid Level Check ...7-29 Rear ...2-55 WindshieldWiper ...2-54 Rear ...2-55 6-38 BladeReplacement ...Fuses ...6-56 4-26 Winter Driving ...Wiring.Headlamp ...6-56 5-27 Wrench. Wheel ... Alignment ...6-45 5-32. 6-64 NutTorque ...6-45 Replacement ...Used Replacement ...6-46 5-27 Wrench - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 439
REPLACEMENT BULBS - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 440
. CAPACITIES AND SP€ClFlCATIONS Displacement - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 441
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Compact Spare: 60 psi (420 kPa) Page 5-34 . I - 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | Owner's Manual - Page 443
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