Owner's Manual
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...section tells you when to perform vehicle maintenanceand what to do if you have a problem while driving, such as a flat tire or overheated engine, etc. You can use . It also gives you information on "Reporting Safety Defects'' on the Road This section tells what fluids and ...to use your seats and safety belts properly.It also explains the "SRS" system. The 1997 Oldsrnobile Achieva Owner's Manual 1-1 2-1 Seats and Restraint Systems This section tells you how to keep your Oldsmobile running properly and looking good. Features and Controls This section explains how to start and ...
...section tells you when to perform vehicle maintenanceand what to do if you have a problem while driving, such as a flat tire or overheated engine, etc. You can use . It also gives you information on "Reporting Safety Defects'' on the Road This section tells what fluids and ...to use your seats and safety belts properly.It also explains the "SRS" system. The 1997 Oldsrnobile Achieva Owner's Manual 1-1 2-1 Seats and Restraint Systems This section tells you how to keep your Oldsmobile running properly and looking good. Features and Controls This section explains how to start and ...
Owner's Manual
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... some other symbols you may see: DOOR LOCK UNLOCK TURN SIGNALS ee WINDSHIELD DEFROSTER WINDOW DEFOGGER COOLANT TEMP BAlTERY CHARGING SYSTEM I /, DAYTIME RUNNING LAMPS .'****o w, '** b e3 ENGINE OIL PRESSURE FUEL FOG LAMPS $0 VENTILATING FAN ANTI-LOCK BRAKES (@) LIGHTER n 4 n HORN BRAKE )tr POWER WINDOW 'tl ,\I -1 (@) FUSE -%- Vehicle Symbols These are some of the...
... some other symbols you may see: DOOR LOCK UNLOCK TURN SIGNALS ee WINDSHIELD DEFROSTER WINDOW DEFOGGER COOLANT TEMP BAlTERY CHARGING SYSTEM I /, DAYTIME RUNNING LAMPS .'****o w, '** b e3 ENGINE OIL PRESSURE FUEL FOG LAMPS $0 VENTILATING FAN ANTI-LOCK BRAKES (@) LIGHTER n 4 n HORN BRAKE )tr POWER WINDOW 'tl ,\I -1 (@) FUSE -%- Vehicle Symbols These are some of the...
Owner's Manual
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...are the instrument paneland the warning systems that tell you can learn about the many standard and optional featureson your Oldsmobile, and information on starting, shifting and braking. Section 2 FeaturesandControls Here you if everything is working properly -- ...28 2-29 2-3 1 Keys Door Locks Remote Lock Control (If Equipped) Trunk Theft Passlock New Vehicle "Break-In" Ignition Positions Starting Your Engine Engine Coolant Heater (If Equipped) Automatic Transaxle Operation Manual Transaxle Operation Parking Brake Shifting IntoPARK (P) (Automatic Transaxle Models Only) Shifting Outof PARK (P)...
...are the instrument paneland the warning systems that tell you can learn about the many standard and optional featureson your Oldsmobile, and information on starting, shifting and braking. Section 2 FeaturesandControls Here you if everything is working properly -- ...28 2-29 2-3 1 Keys Door Locks Remote Lock Control (If Equipped) Trunk Theft Passlock New Vehicle "Break-In" Ignition Positions Starting Your Engine Engine Coolant Heater (If Equipped) Automatic Transaxle Operation Manual Transaxle Operation Parking Brake Shifting IntoPARK (P) (Automatic Transaxle Models Only) Shifting Outof PARK (P)...
Owner's Manual
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... lid electrical wiring or other cable connections must pass through the seal between the body and the trunk lid: Make sure all the way. See "Engine Exhaust'' in the Index. See "Comfort Controls" in the Index. Synchronization a Your Remote Lock Control system is equipped with the trunk open them all windows...
... lid electrical wiring or other cable connections must pass through the seal between the body and the trunk lid: Make sure all the way. See "Engine Exhaust'' in the Index. See "Comfort Controls" in the Index. Synchronization a Your Remote Lock Control system is equipped with the trunk open them all windows...
Owner's Manual
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... the START position as soon as the engine starts.If you are drivingand the SECURITY light comes on while the engine is not protected by your new brakelinings aren't yet broken in the Index for service. In an emergency, call the Oldsmobile Roadside Assistance Program at any one speed ... Avoid making hard stops for service. If the SECURITY light comes on , you will go off .However, your Oldsmobile retailer for the first 200 miles (322 km) orso. If the engine stallsand the SECURITY light flashes, wait until the light stops flashing before trying to check the fuse (see "Fuses ...
... the START position as soon as the engine starts.If you are drivingand the SECURITY light comes on while the engine is not protected by your new brakelinings aren't yet broken in the Index for service. In an emergency, call the Oldsmobile Roadside Assistance Program at any one speed ... Avoid making hard stops for service. If the SECURITY light comes on , you will go off .However, your Oldsmobile retailer for the first 200 miles (322 km) orso. If the engine stallsand the SECURITY light flashes, wait until the light stops flashing before trying to check the fuse (see "Fuses ...
Owner's Manual
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... ignition. Ignition Positions c I A i i 1 D B LOCK (B): Before you use things like the radio and windshield wipers when the engine is off and the key is where the key returns after you start your engine and release the switch. The switch stays in which you . A warning chime will stay locked. 2-14 RUN (D): This... is off . This locks your vehicle must be pushed or towed, but does not send electrical power to fivepositions. But even when the engine is running , you can turn it toward you can remove the key. It is also the only position in the RUN position when the...
... ignition. Ignition Positions c I A i i 1 D B LOCK (B): Before you use things like the radio and windshield wipers when the engine is off and the key is where the key returns after you start your engine and release the switch. The switch stays in which you . A warning chime will stay locked. 2-14 RUN (D): This... is off . This locks your vehicle must be pushed or towed, but does not send electrical power to fivepositions. But even when the engine is running , you can turn it toward you can remove the key. It is also the only position in the RUN position when the...
Owner's Manual
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... the radio. If you can't turn the only with your hand. NOTICE: If your key seems stuck in ? key key Using a tool to turn the engine off while the vehicle is moving . - - 1 If it could cause a collision. But turn it all the way in LOCK and you need to force it... thekey only to steer the vehicle. On manual transaxle vehicles, turning the to key LOCK will return to operate your vehicle needs service. When the engine starts, releasethe key. Don't press thekey release button while the vehicle is it , be sure you are on positions that even if the...
... the radio. If you can't turn the only with your hand. NOTICE: If your key seems stuck in ? key key Using a tool to turn the engine off while the vehicle is moving . - - 1 If it could cause a collision. But turn it all the way in LOCK and you need to force it... thekey only to steer the vehicle. On manual transaxle vehicles, turning the to key LOCK will return to operate your vehicle needs service. When the engine starts, releasethe key. Don't press thekey release button while the vehicle is it , be sure you are on positions that even if the...
Owner's Manual
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Shift to the OFF position. Manual Transaxle To remove the key, turn the key to PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N), Your engine won 't start if the clutch pedal is used. The gear selector should be removed from the ignition unless the key release button is not all ... in, turn the key to PARK (P) only when your shift lever to the LOCK position. that 's a safety feature. Pull the key straight out. Starting Your Engine Automatic Transaxle Move your vehicle is moving , use NEUTRAL (N) only. ~ ~ I ~ I NOTICE: I I Don'ttry to shift to the floor and start in any other position -- If...
Shift to the OFF position. Manual Transaxle To remove the key, turn the key to PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N), Your engine won 't start if the clutch pedal is used. The gear selector should be removed from the ignition unless the key release button is not all ... in, turn the key to PARK (P) only when your shift lever to the LOCK position. that 's a safety feature. Pull the key straight out. Starting Your Engine Automatic Transaxle Move your vehicle is moving , use NEUTRAL (N) only. ~ ~ I ~ I NOTICE: I I Don'ttry to shift to the floor and start in any other position -- If...
Owner's Manual
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... without damaging yourvehicle. If you turn your ignition key to have to START. See "Towing Your Vehicle" in START for five orsix seconds. NOTICE: Your engine is very cold (below -20" F or -29" C), push the accelerator pedal about one -quarter of the way down for longer than 15 seconds at a time... not perform properly. Try pushing your battery to the floor and holding it there as it could change the way the engine operates. The idle speed will cause your accelerator pedal all the way to be flooded with too much sooner. Holding yourkey in the Index. 2. If ...
... without damaging yourvehicle. If you turn your ignition key to have to START. See "Towing Your Vehicle" in START for five orsix seconds. NOTICE: Your engine is very cold (below -20" F or -29" C), push the accelerator pedal about one -quarter of the way down for longer than 15 seconds at a time... not perform properly. Try pushing your battery to the floor and holding it there as it could change the way the engine operates. The idle speed will cause your accelerator pedal all the way to be flooded with too much sooner. Holding yourkey in the Index. 2. If ...
Owner's Manual
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... NOTICE: Holding your key in START for longer than 15 seconds at a time will go of the key. The idle speed will cause your engine mightnot perform properly. Before adding electrical If equipment, check with the electronics in the Index. If you add electrical parts oraccessories, you hold the ...key in START for up to the floor and holding it could change the way the engine operates. See "Towing Your Vehicle" in yourvehicle. Try pushing your vehicle. This clears the extra gasoline from the engine. 2-18 If you ever have to have your vehicle towed, see the partof this...
... NOTICE: Holding your key in START for longer than 15 seconds at a time will go of the key. The idle speed will cause your engine mightnot perform properly. Before adding electrical If equipment, check with the electronics in the Index. If you add electrical parts oraccessories, you hold the ...key in START for up to the floor and holding it could change the way the engine operates. See "Towing Your Vehicle" in yourvehicle. Try pushing your vehicle. This clears the extra gasoline from the engine. 2-18 If you ever have to have your vehicle towed, see the partof this...
Owner's Manual
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Engine Coolant Heater (If Equipped) 3100 Engine 2.4L Engine In very cold weather, 0°F (- 18" C )or colder, the engine coolant heater can help.You'll get easier starting your vehicle. Usually, the coolant heater should plugged in a minimum of be four hours prior to starting and better fuel economy during enginewarm-up.
Engine Coolant Heater (If Equipped) 3100 Engine 2.4L Engine In very cold weather, 0°F (- 18" C )or colder, the engine coolant heater can help.You'll get easier starting your vehicle. Usually, the coolant heater should plugged in a minimum of be four hours prior to starting and better fuel economy during enginewarm-up.
Owner's Manual
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... to list everything here, we ask that you contact your Oldsmobile retailer in ? Plug it could be sure to unplug and store the cord as it away from moving engine parts. If you have, and some other things. Before starting the engine, be seriously injured.Plug the cord intoa properly grounded three... unwrap the electrical cord. 3. kind of trying to keep the coolant heater plugged in the area where you'll be damaged. un 2. T r off the engine. Instead of extension cord could cause an electrical shock. To Use the Coolant Heater 1. You could be parking your vehicle.
... to list everything here, we ask that you contact your Oldsmobile retailer in ? Plug it could be sure to unplug and store the cord as it away from moving engine parts. If you have, and some other things. Before starting the engine, be seriously injured.Plug the cord intoa properly grounded three... unwrap the electrical cord. 3. kind of trying to keep the coolant heater plugged in the area where you'll be damaged. un 2. T r off the engine. Instead of extension cord could cause an electrical shock. To Use the Coolant Heater 1. You could be parking your vehicle.
Owner's Manual
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... you 're pullinga trailer, see "Towing a Trailer" in the Index. See "Shifting Into PARK (P)" in the Index. 02 3 2 1 PARK (P): This locks your vehicle when the engine is not fully in PARK (P) with the parking brake firmly Your vehicle can move , even when you start your... engine because your vehicle if the of shift lever is running unlessyou have left the engine running, the vehicle can roll. You or otherscould be injured.To be sure your vehicle won't move suddenly...
... you 're pullinga trailer, see "Towing a Trailer" in the Index. See "Shifting Into PARK (P)" in the Index. 02 3 2 1 PARK (P): This locks your vehicle when the engine is not fully in PARK (P) with the parking brake firmly Your vehicle can move , even when you start your... engine because your vehicle if the of shift lever is running unlessyou have left the engine running, the vehicle can roll. You or otherscould be injured.To be sure your vehicle won't move suddenly...
Owner's Manual
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... stopped. Then movethe shift lever into PARK (P) -- If you wish. (Press the shift lever button before You Oldsmobile has a brake-trmsaxle starting the engine. Unless your vehicle could move very rapidly. Don't shift out of PARK (P), ease pressure on the brake pedal, your foot...ignition key is in this gear to REVERSE (R) while your vehicle is racing. r Shifting outof PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N) while your engine doesn't connect with the engine racing isn't covered by of PARK (P)"later in the RUN position. push the shift l lever al the way into the gear ...
... stopped. Then movethe shift lever into PARK (P) -- If you wish. (Press the shift lever button before You Oldsmobile has a brake-trmsaxle starting the engine. Unless your vehicle could move very rapidly. Don't shift out of PARK (P), ease pressure on the brake pedal, your foot...ignition key is in this gear to REVERSE (R) while your vehicle is racing. r Shifting outof PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N) while your engine doesn't connect with the engine racing isn't covered by of PARK (P)"later in the RUN position. push the shift l lever al the way into the gear ...
Owner's Manual
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... OVERDRIVE (GO) or THIRD (3) as much as possible. Don't shift into SECOND (2) unless you are going slowly enough. You can damage your engine. Also, if you can 't rotate, don't try to if drive. your vehicle there withonly the accelerator pedal. This could overheat and damage the... select either first or second gear depending on very steep hills,or in FIRST (l), the transaxle won't shift into PARK (P) to 40 h hfor / ) engine braking. NOTICE: Don't drive in SECOND (2) when accelerating or braking. 2-24 If you were stuck in positionon a hill. NOTICE: If your vehicle in ...
... OVERDRIVE (GO) or THIRD (3) as much as possible. Don't shift into SECOND (2) unless you are going slowly enough. You can damage your engine. Also, if you can 't rotate, don't try to if drive. your vehicle there withonly the accelerator pedal. This could overheat and damage the... select either first or second gear depending on very steep hills,or in FIRST (l), the transaxle won't shift into PARK (P) to 40 h hfor / ) engine braking. NOTICE: Don't drive in SECOND (2) when accelerating or braking. 2-24 If you were stuck in positionon a hill. NOTICE: If your vehicle in ...
Owner's Manual
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...: Shift to REVERSE(R) only after your transaxle. THIRD (3), FOURTH (4) and FIFTH (5): Shift into THIRD (3),FOURTH (4) and FIFTH (5) the same way you do for parking your engine. 2-26
...: Shift to REVERSE(R) only after your transaxle. THIRD (3), FOURTH (4) and FIFTH (5): Shift into THIRD (3),FOURTH (4) and FIFTH (5) the same way you do for parking your engine. 2-26
Owner's Manual
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A I you skip more than one gear when you downshift, or if you race the engine when you downshift, you can shift to the next highest gear if weather, road and traffic conditions let you. Ignore the shift lightwhen you could ... fuel economy. When this light comes on . of the accelerator. While you when to shift to FIRST (1). Shift Speeds Up Shift Light Your manual transaxle Oldsmobile has an up shift light. Don't (5) shift from FIFTH to SECOND (2) or from FOURTH (4) to the next highest gear for the light togo on and...
A I you skip more than one gear when you downshift, or if you race the engine when you downshift, you can shift to the next highest gear if weather, road and traffic conditions let you. Ignore the shift lightwhen you could ... fuel economy. When this light comes on . of the accelerator. While you when to shift to FIRST (1). Shift Speeds Up Shift Light Your manual transaxle Oldsmobile has an up shift light. Don't (5) shift from FIFTH to SECOND (2) or from FOURTH (4) to the next highest gear for the light togo on and...
Owner's Manual
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... parking brake firmly Your vehicle can leave your vehicle with your vehicle won't move suddenly.You or otherscould be injured. If you have left the engine running, the vehicle can move , even when you can roll.
... parking brake firmly Your vehicle can leave your vehicle with your vehicle won't move suddenly.You or otherscould be injured. If you have left the engine running, the vehicle can move , even when you can roll.
Owner's Manual
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... see "Shifting Into PARK (P)" in PARK (P) and your parking brake is not fully in the transaxle, so you don't shift your vehicle with the engine running , it means that the shift lever wasn't fully locked into PARK (P) properly, the weight of PARK (P). If you can, it could overheat ...and even catch fire. Leaving Your Vehicle With the Engine Running (Automatic Transaxle Models Only) Torque Lock (Automatic Transaxle) If you are ready to take some of the pressure from PARK (P) without first pushing...
... see "Shifting Into PARK (P)" in PARK (P) and your parking brake is not fully in the transaxle, so you don't shift your vehicle with the engine running , it means that the shift lever wasn't fully locked into PARK (P) properly, the weight of PARK (P). If you can, it could overheat ...and even catch fire. Leaving Your Vehicle With the Engine Running (Automatic Transaxle Models Only) Torque Lock (Automatic Transaxle) If you are ready to take some of the pressure from PARK (P) without first pushing...
Owner's Manual
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... weren't done correctly. Your vehicle was damaged in if: Your exhaust system sounds strange or different. Par1 m Over Thin-3 That Burn g rn Engine Exhaust Things that can burn. 1 2 CAUTION: Engine exhaust can cause unconsciousness and death. Don't park over road debris. It can It contains the gas kill. If you can burn...
... weren't done correctly. Your vehicle was damaged in if: Your exhaust system sounds strange or different. Par1 m Over Thin-3 That Burn g rn Engine Exhaust Things that can burn. 1 2 CAUTION: Engine exhaust can cause unconsciousness and death. Don't park over road debris. It can It contains the gas kill. If you can burn...