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1. Lamp Controls 2. Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever 13.AudioSystem 14. Ashtray, Cigarette Lighter and Accessory Power Outlet 3. Tilt Steering Wheel Lever 4. Instrument Cluster/Gages 5. Horn 15. Air Outlet 16. Traction Control Switch 17. Hazard Warning Flashers Switch 18. Driver's Side SRS (Air Bag) 19. Fuse Panel (under the instrument panel) 6. Ignition Switch 7. Gearshift Lever 8. Climate Controls 9. Passenger's Side SRS (Airbag) 10. Air Outlet 20. TRUNK Release Switch 21.AirOutlet 22. Hood Release 11. Glove Box 12. Air Outlet 2-57

Section	Page
Table of Contents	3
Seats and Restraint Systems	9
Seats and Seat Controls	10
Safety Belts: They're for Everyone	12
Here are Questions Many People Ask about Safety Belts - and the Answers	17
How to Wear Safety Belts Properly	18
Driver Position	18
Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy	25
Right Front Passenger Position	26
Supplemental Restraint System (SRS)	26
Center Passenger Position	32
Rear Seat Passengers	33
Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides for Children and Small Adults	37
Children	39
Child Restraints	41
Larger Children	50
Safety Belt Extender	53
Checking Your Restraint Systems	53
Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash	53
Features and Controls	57
Keys	58
Door Locks	60
Rear Door Security Lock	63
Remote Lock Control	65
Trunk	69
Theft	71
PASS-Key II	72
New Vehicle "Break-In"	73
Ignition Positions	73
Starting Your Engine	75
Engine Coolant Heater	76
Automatic Transaxle Operation	77
Parking Brake	81
Shifting Into PARK (P)	82
Shifting Out of PARK (P)	86
Parking Over Things That Burn	86
Engine Exhaust	87
Running Your Engine While You’re Parked	87
Windows	88
Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever	90
Exterior Lamps	96
Interior Lamps	99
Mirrors	102
Storage Compartments	107
Ashtrays and Cigarette Lighter	109
Sun Visors	110
Accessory Power Outlet	111
Assist Handles	111
Garment Hooks	111
Instrument Panel	112
Warning Lights, Gages and Indicators	116
Comfort Controls and Audio Systems	129
Climate Controls	130
Air Conditioning	131
Heating	131
Rear Window Defogger	132
Ventilation System and Tips	133
Setting the Clock	134
AM-FM Stereo with Tape Player and Tone Control	135
AM-FM Stereo with Tape and CD Player and Tone Control	139
Theft-Deterrent Feature	144
Understanding Radio Reception	146
Tips About Your Audio System	147
Adding Sound Equipment to Your Vehicle	147
Care of Your Cassette Tape Player	148
Care of Your Compact Discs	148
Power Antenna Mast Care	149
Your Driving and the Road	153
Defensive Driving	154
Drunken Driving	154
Control of a Vehicle	158
Braking	158
Steering	163
Off-Road Recovery	165
Passing	165
Loss of Control	167
Driving at Night	168
Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads	170
City Driving	173
Freeway Driving	174
Before Leaving on a Long Trip	175
Highway Hypnosis	176
Hill and Mountain Roads	176
Winter Driving	178
Loading Your Vehicle	182
Towing a Trailer	184
Problems on the Road	195
Hazard Warning Flashers	196
Other Warning Devices	197
Jump Starting	197
Towing Your Vehicle	202
Engine Overheating	207
If a Tire Goes Flat	217
Changing a Flat Tire	217
Compact Spare Tire	228
If You’re Stuck: In Sand, Mud, Ice or Snow	229
Service and Appearance Care	233
Service	234
Fuel	235
Checking Things Under the Hood	241
Engine Oil	244
Air Cleaner	248
Automatic Transaxle Fluid	250
Engine Coolant	253
Power Steering Fluid	257
Windshield Washer Fluid	258
Brakes	259
Battery	262
Bulb Replacement	263
Halogen Bulbs	263
Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement	267
Tires	268
Appearance Care	276
Cleaning the Inside of Your Oldsmobile	276
Cleaning the Outside of Your Oldsmobile	280
Cleaning Aluminum or Chrome Wheels	282
Finish Damage	283
Underbody Maintenance	283
Chemical Paint Spotting	283
Appearance Care Materials Chart	284
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)	285
Service Parts Identification Label	285
Electrical System	286
Replacement Bulbs	291
Capacities and Specifications	291
Air Conditioning Refrigerants	292
Engine Specifications	292
Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts	292
Vehicle Dimensions	292
Maintenance Schedule	297
Introduction	298
Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services	300
Part B: Owner Checks and Services	335
Part C: Periodic Maintenance Inspections	339
Part D: Recommended Fluids and Lubricants	341
Part E: Maintenance Record	343
Customer Assistance Information	347
Customer Satisfaction Procedure	348
Customer Assistance for Text Telephone (TTY) Users	350
Oldsmobile Roadside Assistance Program Features and Benefits	351
Canadian Roadside Assistance	352
Courtesy Transportation	352
GM Participation in an Alternative Dispute Resolution Program	353
Warranty Information	354
Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government	354
Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government	355
Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors	355
Ordering Service and Owner Publications in Canada	355