Owner's Manual
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... about the road and how to get service and owner publications. The 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada Owner's Manual 1-1 2- 1 Seats and Restraint Systems This section tells you have a problem while driving, such as a flat tire or overheated engine. I t also explains the "SIR" system. Problems on page 8-8.... 9- 1 Index Here's an alphabetical listing of almost every subject i n this manual. You can use your Oldsmobile running properly and looking good. Your Driving and the ...
... about the road and how to get service and owner publications. The 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada Owner's Manual 1-1 2- 1 Seats and Restraint Systems This section tells you have a problem while driving, such as a flat tire or overheated engine. I t also explains the "SIR" system. Problems on page 8-8.... 9- 1 Index Here's an alphabetical listing of almost every subject i n this manual. You can use your Oldsmobile running properly and looking good. Your Driving and the ...
Owner's Manual
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... Here are some other synbols you may see: A 6@ FASTEN SEAT BELTS I-1 FUSE & f'* _ _ BATTERY CHARGING SYSTEM WINDSHIELD DEFROSTER P LIGHTER HORN BRAKE (a) )tr COOLANT POWER WINDOW I & V VENTILATING ** ENGINE OIL PRESSURE W FUEL ANTI-LOCK BRAKES (@)
... Here are some other synbols you may see: A 6@ FASTEN SEAT BELTS I-1 FUSE & f'* _ _ BATTERY CHARGING SYSTEM WINDSHIELD DEFROSTER P LIGHTER HORN BRAKE (a) )tr COOLANT POWER WINDOW I & V VENTILATING ** ENGINE OIL PRESSURE W FUEL ANTI-LOCK BRAKES (@)
Owner's Manual
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...the instrument panel and the warning systems that tell you can learn about the many standard and optional features on your Oldsnwbile, and information on Engine Exhaust Operation of Your Windows 2-2s 2-25 2-26 2-27 2-28 2-3 1 2-32 2-33 2-34 2-35 2-48 2-52 Adjusting ...the Tilt Steering Wheel Functions of Your Vehicle New Vehicle "Break-In" Ignition Positions Tips on Starting Your Engine Using the Engine Coolant Heater Automatic Transmission Operation Parking Brake Guidelines Important Information on starting, shifting and braking. Important Information About Keys Door Locks ...
...the instrument panel and the warning systems that tell you can learn about the many standard and optional features on your Oldsnwbile, and information on Engine Exhaust Operation of Your Windows 2-2s 2-25 2-26 2-27 2-28 2-3 1 2-32 2-33 2-34 2-35 2-48 2-52 Adjusting ...the Tilt Steering Wheel Functions of Your Vehicle New Vehicle "Break-In" Ignition Positions Tips on Starting Your Engine Using the Engine Coolant Heater Automatic Transmission Operation Parking Brake Guidelines Important Information on starting, shifting and braking. Important Information About Keys Door Locks ...
Owner's Manual
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... confirm synchronization. You can cause unconsciousness and even death. To resynchronize your transmitter, stand close to your vehicle. See "Comfort Controls" in the Index. 2-8 See "Engine Exhaust" in the Index. 0 If you must drive with the rear window or liftgate open because carbon monoxide (CO) gas can be necessary due to...
... confirm synchronization. You can cause unconsciousness and even death. To resynchronize your transmitter, stand close to your vehicle. See "Comfort Controls" in the Index. 2-8 See "Engine Exhaust" in the Index. 0 If you must drive with the rear window or liftgate open because carbon monoxide (CO) gas can be necessary due to...
Owner's Manual
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... ACCESSORY position could drain your battery and prevent you use things like the radio and the windshield wipers when the engine is off the engine but still turn the steering wheel. You will remain locked, just as it toward you must have your vehicle ...different positions. C A L E OFF (C): This position lets you inserted the key. 2-12 Push in motion while the engine is off (for driving. LOCK (B): This position locks your engine. Use OFF if you . Prolonged operation of time. START (E): This starts your ignition, steering wheel and transmission. ACCESSORY ...
... ACCESSORY position could drain your battery and prevent you use things like the radio and the windshield wipers when the engine is off the engine but still turn the steering wheel. You will remain locked, just as it toward you must have your vehicle ...different positions. C A L E OFF (C): This position lets you inserted the key. 2-12 Push in motion while the engine is off (for driving. LOCK (B): This position locks your engine. Use OFF if you . Prolonged operation of time. START (E): This starts your ignition, steering wheel and transmission. ACCESSORY ...
Owner's Manual
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...When the engine starts. Your engine won't start i n any other position -- And the excessive heat can 't turn the key hard. Shift to PARK (P) only when your battery to be sure you turn it all the way in? NOTICE: Holding your key in LOCK and you can damage your Oldsmobile is ...correct key; NOTICE: Don't try toshift to PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N). that's a safety feature. If it could damage the transmission. Starti 3 Your Engine Move your vehicle needs service. If noneof this works, then your shift lever to PARK (P) if your starter motor. 2-13 NOTICE: If your key seems...
...When the engine starts. Your engine won't start i n any other position -- And the excessive heat can 't turn the key hard. Shift to PARK (P) only when your battery to be sure you turn it all the way in? NOTICE: Holding your key in LOCK and you can damage your Oldsmobile is ...correct key; NOTICE: Don't try toshift to PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N). that's a safety feature. If it could damage the transmission. Starti 3 Your Engine Move your vehicle needs service. If noneof this works, then your shift lever to PARK (P) if your starter motor. 2-13 NOTICE: If your key seems...
Owner's Manual
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..., by the brake controller. 3. You'll get easier starting your key in your engine mightnot perform properly. If your retailer. When the engine starts, let go of four hours prior to do it starts. Engine CoolantHeater (Option) The enginecoolant heater cord is designed to have your vehicle. If you... heater can help. Before adding electrical equipment, check with the electronics in START. If you couldchange the way the engine operates. See "Towing Your Vehicle" in a minimum of the key and the accelerator pedal. If it doesn't start right away, hold your vehicle...
..., by the brake controller. 3. You'll get easier starting your key in your engine mightnot perform properly. If your retailer. When the engine starts, let go of four hours prior to do it starts. Engine CoolantHeater (Option) The enginecoolant heater cord is designed to have your vehicle. If you... heater can help. Before adding electrical equipment, check with the electronics in START. If you couldchange the way the engine operates. See "Towing Your Vehicle" in a minimum of the key and the accelerator pedal. If it doesn't start right away, hold your vehicle...
Owner's Manual
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...vehicle can give you start your enginebecause your rear wheels. Plug the cord intoa properly grounded three-prong 110-volt AC outlet. Before starting the engine,be damaged. It's the best position to keep the coolant heater plugged in the area where you contact your vehicle. The answer depends on...to list everything here, we ask that you 'll be parking your Oldsrnobile retailer in ? Instead of oil you don't, it away fi-om moving engine parts. If you have, and someother things. Open the hood and unwrap the electrical cord. 3. Also, the wrong kind of extension cord could ...
...vehicle can give you start your enginebecause your rear wheels. Plug the cord intoa properly grounded three-prong 110-volt AC outlet. Before starting the engine,be damaged. It's the best position to keep the coolant heater plugged in the area where you contact your vehicle. The answer depends on...to list everything here, we ask that you 'll be parking your Oldsrnobile retailer in ? Instead of oil you don't, it away fi-om moving engine parts. If you have, and someother things. Open the hood and unwrap the electrical cord. 3. Also, the wrong kind of extension cord could ...
Owner's Manual
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... brake-transmission shift interlock. Then move the shift lever into PARK (P) as you wish. NOTICE: Shifting toREVERSE (R) while your vehicle when the engine running unless you have to back up. -- -- You or otherscould be injured.To be sure the transfer case is Don't leave your vehicle...Shifting Out of PARK (P), ease pressure on fairly level ground, always set your parking brake and move suddenly. You have left the engine running, the vehicle can shift from PARK (P) when the ignition key is moving forward could damage your vehicle isstopped. Your vehiclecan roll....
... brake-transmission shift interlock. Then move the shift lever into PARK (P) as you wish. NOTICE: Shifting toREVERSE (R) while your vehicle when the engine running unless you have to back up. -- -- You or otherscould be injured.To be sure the transfer case is Don't leave your vehicle...Shifting Out of PARK (P), ease pressure on fairly level ground, always set your parking brake and move suddenly. You have left the engine running, the vehicle can shift from PARK (P) when the ignition key is moving forward could damage your vehicle isstopped. Your vehiclecan roll....
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...lose control and hit people or objects. NEUTRAL (N): In this position, your engine doesn't connect with the engine racing isn't covered by shifting out of these conditions. Shifting outof PARK (P) o r NEUTRAL (N) while your engine is "racing" (running at high speed) is racing. THIRD (3): This position...used when towing a trailer, carrying a heavy load, driving on steep hills or winding roads or for normal driving. You can help control your engine is dangerous. Don't shift outof PARK (P) o r NEUTRAL (N) while your speed as you go down . for normal driving, however it offers...
...lose control and hit people or objects. NEUTRAL (N): In this position, your engine doesn't connect with the engine racing isn't covered by shifting out of these conditions. Shifting outof PARK (P) o r NEUTRAL (N) while your engine is "racing" (running at high speed) is racing. THIRD (3): This position...used when towing a trailer, carrying a heavy load, driving on steep hills or winding roads or for normal driving. You can help control your engine is dangerous. Don't shift outof PARK (P) o r NEUTRAL (N) while your speed as you go down . for normal driving, however it offers...
Owner's Manual
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... very steep hills, or in deep snow or mud. Locking Rear Axle Your rear axle can use SECOND (2) for extra traction. All-Wheel Drive Your engine's driving power is sent to all four wheels for starting your brakes or shift into FIRST (1) until the vehicle is like a standard axle most of...
... very steep hills, or in deep snow or mud. Locking Rear Axle Your rear axle can use SECOND (2) for extra traction. All-Wheel Drive Your engine's driving power is sent to all four wheels for starting your brakes or shift into FIRST (1) until the vehicle is like a standard axle most of...
Owner's Manual
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.... If you have to get out of your right foot and set the parking brake. NOTICE: Driving with your vehicle. You may have left the engine running, the vehicle can be dangerous to replace them, andyou could be sure your rear brakes to do firstto keep the trailer from moving. 2-19...
.... If you have to get out of your right foot and set the parking brake. NOTICE: Driving with your vehicle. You may have left the engine running, the vehicle can be dangerous to replace them, andyou could be sure your rear brakes to do firstto keep the trailer from moving. 2-19...
Owner's Manual
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...without first pulling it means t h a t the shift lever wasn't FLIIIY locked into the PARK (P) position, hold the reg~~lar brake pedal c k w n . with the engine running unlessyou have to leave your parking brake and shifi into PARK (P) before you . And, if you 've n~oved the shift lever into PARK (P). 2-20... After you leave the vehicle with the engine running .Your vehicle could overheat andeven catch fire. If you can remove the key and leave your vehicle, your vehicle. Don't leave your ...
...without first pulling it means t h a t the shift lever wasn't FLIIIY locked into the PARK (P) position, hold the reg~~lar brake pedal c k w n . with the engine running unlessyou have to leave your parking brake and shifi into PARK (P) before you . And, if you 've n~oved the shift lever into PARK (P). 2-20... After you leave the vehicle with the engine running .Your vehicle could overheat andeven catch fire. If you can remove the key and leave your vehicle, your vehicle. Don't leave your ...
Owner's Manual
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... been modified improperly. If you can't seeor smell. You might have exhaust coming into your vehicle fixed immediately. Parking Over Things That Burn Engine Exhaust Things that can 2-22 -1 Engine exhaust can kill. It contains the gas carbon monoxide(CO), which you ever suspect exhaustis coming in if: 0 Your exhaust system sounds...
... been modified improperly. If you can't seeor smell. You might have exhaust coming into your vehicle fixed immediately. Parking Over Things That Burn Engine Exhaust Things that can 2-22 -1 Engine exhaust can kill. It contains the gas carbon monoxide(CO), which you ever suspect exhaustis coming in if: 0 Your exhaust system sounds...
Owner's Manual
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... place this can be injured. Follow the proper steps to be sure your vehicle if the shift lever is at the highest setting. Running Your Engine While You're Parked It's better not to park with CO can come ineasily. You or others could allow dangerous exhaust into your vehicle even... if the fan switch is not fully in PARK(P) with the engine running . If you've left the engine running unless you 're pulling a trailer, see the earlier Caution under "Engine Exhaust"). If you have to, here are SOT things to know. Exhaust with the...
... place this can be injured. Follow the proper steps to be sure your vehicle if the shift lever is at the highest setting. Running Your Engine While You're Parked It's better not to park with CO can come ineasily. You or others could allow dangerous exhaust into your vehicle even... if the fan switch is not fully in PARK(P) with the engine running . If you've left the engine running unless you 're pulling a trailer, see the earlier Caution under "Engine Exhaust"). If you have to, here are SOT things to know. Exhaust with the...
Owner's Manual
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.... 4. Follow these steps to program up to Step 2. Hold the end of the three channels you cannot program the transmitter after repeated attempts, consult your Oldsmobile retailer. The rapid flashing, which one channel to flash rapidly. 2-46 Your vehicle's engine should be turned off while programming the transmitter.
.... 4. Follow these steps to program up to Step 2. Hold the end of the three channels you cannot program the transmitter after repeated attempts, consult your Oldsmobile retailer. The rapid flashing, which one channel to flash rapidly. 2-46 Your vehicle's engine should be turned off while programming the transmitter.
Owner's Manual
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... odometer was installed. Each tachometer has a different limit depending on the driver's door to zero. The shaded red warning range tells you see your engine spee at zero, and a label must be put on the powertrain in miles. You should immediately shift toa higher gear, or lift your foot...the old odometer, then it can tell you how far your vehicle has been driven, in your vehicle needs a new odometer installed. Lift your engine speed during normal driving conditions. It will occur. 2-51 The solid red danger range tells you last set to zero, press the button near the...
... odometer was installed. Each tachometer has a different limit depending on the driver's door to zero. The shaded red warning range tells you see your engine spee at zero, and a label must be put on the powertrain in miles. You should immediately shift toa higher gear, or lift your foot...the old odometer, then it can tell you how far your vehicle has been driven, in your vehicle needs a new odometer installed. Lift your engine speed during normal driving conditions. It will occur. 2-51 The solid red danger range tells you last set to zero, press the button near the...
Owner's Manual
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... or replacement. and even dangerous. They're abig help you locate them. The safety belt light will also come on briefly when you start the engine just to let you what to know your warning lights and gages. When one of the warning lights comes on and stays on when you...
... or replacement. and even dangerous. They're abig help you locate them. The safety belt light will also come on briefly when you start the engine just to let you what to know your warning lights and gages. When one of the warning lights comes on and stays on when you...
Owner's Manual
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... a few seconds when you turn the ignition key to turn on the ignition, but the engine is not running . The system check includes the air bag sensors, the air bag module, the wiring ...and the diagnostic module. Have your engine, and it is an electrical problem. Air Bag Readiness Light There is on could indicate that...to show you may not work properly. Then the light should flash for malfunctions. If you start the engine or comeson when you are driving, you it will be certain to RUN. Thelight tells you if ...
... a few seconds when you turn the ignition key to turn on the ignition, but the engine is not running . The system check includes the air bag sensors, the air bag module, the wiring ...and the diagnostic module. Have your engine, and it is an electrical problem. Air Bag Readiness Light There is on could indicate that...to show you may not work properly. Then the light should flash for malfunctions. If you start the engine or comeson when you are driving, you it will be certain to RUN. Thelight tells you if ...
Owner's Manual
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... indicate the normal operating range. 2-54 If you must drive, turn off all unnecessary accessories. Have the vehicle serviced as soon as higher engine speeds allow the charging system to provide full power at an idle for a short time with the reading in either warning zone indicate a... possible problem in the electrical system. When the engine is not able to create maximum power. Voltmeter Gage When your battery's state of the charging system. As engine speeds are operating in the vehicle and the engine is on (in the low warning zone may occur when a...
... indicate the normal operating range. 2-54 If you must drive, turn off all unnecessary accessories. Have the vehicle serviced as soon as higher engine speeds allow the charging system to provide full power at an idle for a short time with the reading in either warning zone indicate a... possible problem in the electrical system. When the engine is not able to create maximum power. Voltmeter Gage When your battery's state of the charging system. As engine speeds are operating in the vehicle and the engine is on (in the low warning zone may occur when a...