1997 Oldsmobile Silhouette Owners Manual

any remote lock control system. If the transmitter does not work or if you have to stand closer to your vehicle for the transmitter to work, try this:

Check to determine if battery replacement or synchronization is necessary. See the instructions that follow. Check the distance. You may be too far from your vehicle. You may need to stand closer during rainy or snowy weather. Check the location. Other vehicles or objects may be blocking the signal. Take a few steps to the left or right. If you’re still having trouble, see your Oldsmobile retailer or a qualified technician for service.

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Operation Remote Driver’s Door and All Door Unlock When you press UNLOCK on the key chain transmitter, only the driver’s door will unlock. If you press UNLOCK again within five seconds, all the doors and the liftgate will unlock. If you would like all the doors to unlock the first time you press UNLOCK, see “Locks and Lighting Choices” in the Index. If your vehicle is equipped with the Content Theft Deterrent system, The UNLOCK button on the key chain transmitter will disarm the system (see “Content Theft Deterrent” in the Index for more details).

Remote All Door Lock To lock a l l doors, press LOCK on the key chain transmitter (see “Power Door Locks” in the Index for more details on the power door lock features). If your vehicle is equipped with the Content Theft Deterrent system, the LOCK button may arm the system (see “Content Theft Deterrent” in the Index for more details).

Remote Lock Confirmation When you use the key chain transmitter to lock your vehicle, your park lamps will flash briefly to let you know the command has been received. If you press the LOCK button again, within five seconds, the horn will sound briefly and the park lamps will flash to let you know the vehicle is already locked. If you would like to change the way the park lamps and horn operate with Remote Lock Confirmation, see “Locks and Lighting Choices” in the Index. Remote Unlock Confirmation When you use your key chain transmitter to unlock your vehicle or to operate the power sliding door (if equipped), your park lamps will flash briefly to let you know the command was received. If you would like to change the way the park lamps operate with Remote Unlock confirmation, see “Locks and Lighting Choices” in the Index.

Remote Alarm When you press the horn button on the key chain transmitter, your vehicle’s park lamps will flash and the horn will sound. This will allow you to attract attention, if needed.

Remote Power Sliding Door Operation (Option) If you have the optional power sliding door (see “Power Sliding Door” later in this section), your remote transmitter will have a button that has a van symbol on it. Press it to open or close the sliding door.

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If the sliding door is locked, first unlock all doors (see “Remote Driver’s Door and All Door Unlock” earlier in this section), then press the van symbol to open the sliding door. Press the van symbol again to close the sliding door. You can operate the power sliding door with the remote transmitter only when the power sliding door override switch on the overhead console is disabled.

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Matching Transmitter(s) To Your Vehicle Each key chain transmitter is coded to prevent another transmitter from unlocking your vehicle. If a transmitter is lost or stolen, a replacement can be purchased through your retailer. Remember to bring any remaining transmitters with you when you go to your retailer. When the retailer matches the replacement transmitter to your vehicle, any remaining transmitters must also be matched. Once your retailer has coded the new transmitter, the lost transmitter will not unlock your vehicle. Each vehicle can have only four transmitters matched to it. See your retailer to match transmitters to another vehicle.

Battery Replacement Under normal use, the battery in your key chain transmitter should last about two years. You can tell the battery is weak if the transmitter won’t work at the normal range in any location. If you have to get close to your vehicle before the transmitter works, it’s probably time to change the battery.

I NOTICE:

When replacing the battery, use care not to touch any of the circuitry. Static from your body transferred to these surfaces may damage the transmitter.

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Replacing the Battery in the Remote Transmitter

1. Insert a flat object like a dime into the slot on the side

of the transmitter and twist to separate the halves.

2. Gently pry the battery out of the transmitter. Do not

use the metal flanges to ‘bpop out” the battery.

3. Reassemble the transmitter. Make sure the halves

are snapped together tightly so water will not get in

4. Check the transmitter operation. If needed,

follow the instructions on resynchronizing your remote transmitter.

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Resynchronizing Your Remote Transmitter Your Remote Lock Control System uses a continually changing code for increased security. Normally, the receiver in your vehicle will keep track of this changing code.

Loss of synchronization will occur if the transmitter is activated more than 256 times while out of range of the vehicle. Loss of synchronization will occur after the battery replacement if the transmitter is immediately activated more than 16 times while out of range of the vehicle.

If your key chain transmitter has stopped working, you may need to resynchronize the transmitter to the vehicle receiver. To do this, press the LOCK and UNLOCK buttons together and hold for at least seven seconds or until the horn sounds if equipped with Content Theft Deterrent. Check the transmitter operation. Switchbanks There are two sets of switchbanks located in the front of the vehicle, The switches will vary with the options that are on your vehicle. It is useful to become familiar with them since they are used frequently while operating the vehicle.

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Overhead Console Switchbank

This switchbank is located in the overhead console. The switches that you may find in this switchbank are the Interior Lights Override, Power Sliding Door Override, Power Sliding Door, Power Rear Quarter Windows and Sunroof. If your vehicle does not have some of the options controlled by these switches, there will be a blank button in its place. For more information, please see each of these features in the Index.

Instrument Panel Switchbank

This switchbank is located in the instrument panel below the Comfort Controls. The switches and controls that you may find in this switchbank are the Rear Fan Knob, Rear Window WiperNasher, Fog Lamps and Traction Control. If your vehicle does not have some of the options controlled by these switches, there will be a blank button in its place. For more information, please see each of these features in the Index. If your vehicle is not equipped with the Optional Rear Climate Control system, there will be a storage space in this switchbank. The rubber mat can be removed for cleaning. Snap the mat into place after cleaning.

Sliding Door To open the sliding door from outside the vehicle, pull the handle out and then pull the door toward the rear. If you slide the door all the way back, the door will rest in a detent position. The door must overcome this detent when closing. To move the door forward, you must first pull the door past the open detent position. Does your Oldsmobile have a sliding door on the left side? If it does, this door is designed to open only a little if the fuel door is open. If this ever happens, don’t try to force the sliding door. Just close the left-side sliding door. Then when the fuel filler door is closed, the left-side sliding door can be opened normally.

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Sliding Door Lock

To unlock either sliding door from the outside using your key, insert the key and turn it toward the rear of the vehicle. To lock the sliding door from the outside, turn the key toward the front of the vehicle.

Lock the sliding door from inside the vehicle by moving the manual locking lever down. Unlock it by moving the lever up. If you have the optional power door locks, the sliding door lock has a delay feature. See “Power Door Locks” or “Locks and Lighting Choices” in the Index.

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Power Sliding Door (Option) With this option, you can open and close the sliding door with switches inside your vehicle. If you have the optional Remote Lock Control system, you can also operate the sliding door with your remote transmitter. See “Remote Lock Control” in the Index.

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To operate the power sliding door: the powel- sliding door override switch must be disabled. This switch is located in the overhead console switchbank.

Leaving young children or pets unattended in your vehicle can be dangerous. They could operate the power sliding door. A child or others could be injured. Do not leave children or pets unattended in your vehicle.

Pushing the bottom of the button will disable the power sliding door; it will not operate when either of the power door switches or the power sliding door button on the Remote Transmitter is pressed. The power sliding door override switch will also stop the door immediately, while the door is opening or closing, when the override feature is enabled. When your vehicle goes through an automatic car wash, be sure the power sliding door override feature is enabled.

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To open or close the sliding door, press and release one of two power door switches.

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When the key is in the ignition in the RUN position, the power sliding door will only open if the transaxle is in PARK (P). The transaxle does not have to be in PARK (P) to close the door. If the override feature is not enabled and the power sliding door is open or in the process of closing when you shift out of PARK (P), a buzzer will sound. This is a warning that the sliding door is not completely closed.

If you shift the transaxle out of PARK (P) and accelerate before the power sliding door latches closed, the door may reverse to the open position. A child or others could fall out of the vehicle and be injured. Always make sure the power sliding door is closed and latched before you drive away.

One is mounted on the wall, just in front of the right side sliding door. The other switch is located in the overhead console switchbank. The sliding door must be unlocked for it to operate. The key does not have to be in the ignition. To help avoid accidental operation of the sliding door, disable the power sliding door by pushing the power sliding door override switch.

You or others could be injured if caught in the path of the sliding door. Make sure the door path is clear before closing the door.

Objects caught in the path of the power sliding door may be damaged. Make sure the door path is clear before closing the door. To manually open the power sliding door when the power sliding door override feature is disabled, pull the inside or outside latch release and let go; the door will open fully. To manually open the power sliding door when the power sliding door override feature is enabled, pull the inside or outside latch release and slide the door all the way back.

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If anything obstructs the power sliding door while it is closing, the door will automatically reverse to the open position, provided it meets sufficient resistance. Resistance must be as strong as the force of the closing door, or stronger. The force of the closing door increases significantly as the door approaches the latch position.

If your vehicle is facing downward on a steep grade (15 percent or more), the door may not stay open and could slam shut, possibly injuring someone. To make sure the door does not slam shut, enable the power sliding door override 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 inside or outside latch release or the edge of the door. Move the door about 4 inches (10 cm) toward the closed position and release. The door will close completely and latch for you. To manually close the power sliding door when the override feature is enabled, pull the inside or outside latch release and slide the door all the way forward to the latch position.

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Resetting the Power Sliding Door The power sliding door may operate incorrectly or not all because of the following conditions: 0 A low voltage or dead battery,

Disconnecting the battery or If the IGN 1, B/U LAMP, RADIO or PWR SEAT/PSD fuse is removed or blown.

See “Fuse Panel” in the Index for more information about your fuse panel. If any of these conditions occur, the power sliding door will need to be reset. To do this, follow the directions listed here. It will be easier if you read through them once before beginning this procedure. 1.

Check to be sure the power sliding door is unlocked and securely closed. Turn the ignition switch to the OFF position. Enable the power sliding door override feature. Remove the RADIO fuse from the underhood fuse and relay center. Leave it out for 30 seconds. Reinstall the fuse and wait 1 0 seconds. Disable the power sliding door override feature.

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5. 6.

7. Push either of the power door buttons to open the

power sliding door.

8. Wait five seconds and close the door by pushing

either power door button.

9. Wait five seconds and repeat Steps 7 and 8. If the door does not rest in the fully open position after repeating Step 7, repeat Steps 7 and 8 again. If the door still does not operate correctly, see your retailer for service. Sliding Door Security Lock Your Oldsmobile is equipped with a sliding door security lock that helps prevent young children or other passengers from opening the sliding door from the inside. This lock is on both doors if your vehicle has the dual sliding doors. If you have the optional power sliding door, you can override the security lock by pressing either power door switch when the power sliding door override feature is disabled. See “Power Sliding Door” earlier in the section. The security lock lever is located on the inside of the sliding door, on the front edge of the door. To access the lever, open the sliding door. Use the security lock label on the edge of the door as a guide.

To use the security lock, move the security lock lever all the way up and close the door from the outside.

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If you have the optional power sliding door, disable the power sliding door by pushing the override switch on the overhead console. The power sliding door cannot be opened from the inside when this feature is in use.

If you want to open the sliding door when the security lock is on, unlock the sliding door and open the door from the outside. If you have the optional power sliding door, disable the power sliding door override feature. Press either power door switch.

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Liftgate

You should let adults and older children know how the security lock works, and how to cancel the lock. If you don’t, adults or older children who ride in the rear won’t be able to open the sliding door from the inside when the security lock feature is in use. Canceling the Sliding Door Security Lock 1. Unlock the sliding door and open the door from the

outside.

2. Move the security lock lever all the way down. The sliding door lock will now work normally.

To unlock the liftgate from the outside, turn the key in the cylinder clockwise. To lock the liftgate using the key, turn the key counterclockwise. Open the liftgate using the handle above the license plate. Once slightly opened, the liftgate will rise by itself. Lamps in the rear of the vehicle will come on, illuminating the rear cargo area (see “Interior Lamps” in the Index).

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NOTICE:

Be sure there are no overhead obstructions, such as a garage door, before you open the liftgate. You could slam the liftgate into something and break the glass.

To close the liftgate, pull down on the handle, then firmly shut the liftgate. Don’t drive with the liftgate open, even slightly. See“Engine Exhaust” in the Index. 2-22

A light on your instrument panel will warn you if the liftgate is not completely closed (see “Door Ajar Warning Light” in the Index).

It can be dangerous to drive with the liftgate open because carbon monoxide (CO) gas can come into your vehicle. You can’t see or smell CO. It can cause unconsciousness and even death. If you must drive with the liftgate open or if electrical wiring or other cable connections must pass through the seal between the body and the liftgate:

Make sure all windows are shut. Turn the fan on your heating or cooling system to its highest speed with the setting on bi-level (outside air button is pressed). That will force outside air into your vehicle. See “Comfort Controls” in the Index. 0 If you have air outlets on or under the

instrument panel, open them all the way.

See “Engine Exhaust” in the Index.

Content Theft-Deterrent (Option) If your vehicle has this option, it has a theft-deterrent alarm system.

A light located on top of your instrument panel (near the center of the vehicle, next to the windshield) will flash slowly to let everyone know that the system has been armed. While armed, the doors will not unlock with the power lock switch.

Once armed, the alarm will go off if someone tries to enter the vehicle (without using the key chain transmitter or a key), breaks a window, tries to damage the vehicle or turns the ignition on. The horn will sound and your vehicle’s park lamps will flash for up to two minutes. The system will also cut off the fuel supply, preventing the vehicle from being driven. When the alarm is armed, the liftgate may be opened with the key chain transmitter or with a key. 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). The security light flashes quickly to let you know when the system is ready to arm with the power door lock switches. The security light will stop flashing and stay 011, when you press the rear of the power lock switch, to let you know the system is arming. After all doors and the liftgate are closed and locked, the security light will begin flashing at a very slow rate to let you know the system is armed.

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Arming with the Key Chain Transmitter Your alarm system will arm when you use your key chain transmitter to lock the doors if the key is not in the ignition. The security light will turn on to let you know the system is arming. After all doors and the liftgate are closed and locked, the security light will begin flashing at a very slow rate to let you know the system is 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 are closed and locked, the security light will begin flashing at a very slow rate to let you know the system is armed. If you would like your key not to arm the system, see “Locks and Lighting Choices” in the Index. Arming Confirmation If remote unlock confirmation is on (see “Locks and Lighting Choices” in the Index), your park lamps will flash briefly to let you know when your alarm system has armed.

Disarming with the Key Chain Transmitter Your alarm system will disarm when you use your key chain transmitter to unlock the doors. The security light will stop flashing to let you know the system is no longer armed. Disarming with Your Key Your alarm system will disarm when you use your key to unlock the doors. The security light will stop flashing to let you know the system is no longer armed. If you would like your key not to disarm the alarm system, see “Locks and Lighting Choices” in the Index. Nuisance Alarms If you experience nuisance alarms (alarms which are not caused by the opening of a door or the liftgate and are not desirable), you may need to reduce the damage detection sensitivity. Try programming the Content Theft Deterrent to Mode 1. See “Locks and Lighting Choices’’ in the Index. If you continue to experience nuisance alarms, you may want to try turning off damage detection by programming your Content Theft Deterrent to Mode 2. See “Locks and Lighting Choices” in the Index.

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Parking at Night Park in a lighted spot, close all windows and lock your vehicle. Remember to keep your valuables out of sight. Put them in a storage area, or take them with you. Parking Lots 1.f you park i n a lot where someone will be watching your vehicle, it’s best to lock it up and take your key. But what if you have to leave your key? What if you have to leave something valuable in your vehicle? 0 Put your valuables in a storage area, like your

glove box. Lock all the doors except the driver’s.

If you are still having trouble with nuisance alarms, you can turn off the Content Theft Deterrent system by programming your Content Theft Deterrent to Mode 3. See “Locks and Lighting Choices” in the Index. See your Retailer or qualified technician for service. Theft Vehicle theft is big business, especially in some cities. Although your Oldsmobile has a number of theft-deterrent features, we know that nothing we put on it can make it impossible to steal. However, there are ways you can help. Key in the Ignition If you leave your vehicle with the keys inside, it’s an easy target for joy riders or 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 from the ignition and take it with you. Always do this. Your steering wheel will be locked, and so will your ignition and transaxle. And remember to lock the doors.

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New Vehicle “Break-In”

NOTICE:

Ignition Positions With the ignition key in the ignition switch, you I L A turn the switch to five positions.

Your modern Oldsmobile doesn’t need an elaborate “break-in.” But it will perform better in the long run if you follow these guidelines:

Don’t drive at any one speed -- fast or slow -- for the first 500 miles (805 km). Don’t make full-throttle starts. Avoid making hard stops for the first 200 miles (322 km) or so. During this time your new brake linings aren’t yet broken in. Hard stops with new linings can mean premature wear and earlier replacement. Follow this breaking-in guideline every time you get new brake linings. Don’t tow a trailer during break-in. See “Towing a Trailer” in the Index for more information.

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ACCESSORY (A): An on position in which you can operate your electrical power accessories. Press in the ignition switch as you turn the top of it toward you.

LOCK (B): This is the only position in which you can remove the key, This locks your steering wheel, ignition and transaxle. OFF (C): This position unlocks the steering wheel, ignition, and transaxle, but does not send electrical power to any accessories. Use this position if your vehicle must be pushed or towed, but never try to push-start your vehicle. A warning chime will sound if you open the driver’s door when the ignition is off and the key is in the ignition. RUN (D):This is an on position to which the switch returns after you start your engine and release the switch. The switch stays in the RUN position when the engine is running. But even when the engine is not running, you can use the RUN position to operate your electrical power accessories, and to display some instrument panel warning lights.

START (E): This position starts the engine. When the engine starts, release the key. The ignition switch will return to the RUN position for normal driving. Note that even if the engine is not running, the positions ACCESSORY and RUN are on positions that allow you to operate your electrical accessories, such as the radio.

NOTICE:

If your key seems stuck in LOCK and you can’t turn it, be sure it is all the way in. If it is, then turn the steering wheel left and right while you turn the key hard. But turn the key only with your hand. Using a tool to force it could break the key or the ignition switch. If none of this works, then your vehicle needs service.

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Starting Your Engine Move your shift lever to PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N). Your engine won’t start in any other position -- that’s a safety feature. To restart when you’re already moving, use NEUTRAL (N) only.

NOTICE:

NOTICE:

Holding your key in START for longer than 15 seconds at a time will cause your battery to be drained much sooner. And the excessive heat can damage your starter motor.

Don’t try to shift to PARK (P) if your Oldsmobile is moving. If you do, you could damage the transaxle. Shift to PARK (P) only when your vehicle is stopped.

2. If it doesn’t start right away, hold your key in

START. If it doesn’t start in three seconds (or starts but then stops), push the accelerator pedal about one-quarter of the way down for 12 more seconds, or until it starts.

1. Without pushing the accelerator pedal, turn your

ignition key to START. When the engine starts, let go of the key. The idle speed will go down as your engine gets warm.

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3. If your engine still won’t start (or starts but then

stops), it could be flooded with too much gasoline. Try this: Wait 15 seconds to let the starter motor cool down. Then push your accelerator pedal all the way to the floor. Hold it there. Then hold the key in START. This clears the extra gasoline from the engine. When the engine starts, let go of the key and the accelerator pedal. If the engine still doesn’t start, wait another 15 seconds and repeat this step.

NOTICE:

Your engine is designed to work with the electronics in your vehicle. If you add electrical parts or accessories, you could change the way the engine operates. Before adding electrical equipment, check with your retailer. If you don’t, your engine might not perform properly. If you ever have to have your vehicle towed, see the part of this manual that tells how to do it without damaging your vehicle. See “Towing Your Vehicle” in the Index.

Engine Coolant Heater (Option)

In very cold weather, 0” F (- 18°C) or colder, the engine coolant heater can help. You’ll get easier starting and better fuel economy during engine warm-up. Usually, the coolant heater should be plugged in a minimum of four hours prior to starting your vehicle.

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To Use the Coolant Heater 1. Turn off the engine. 2. Open the hood, release the reusable tie-strap and

unwrap the electrical cord.

3. Plug it into a normal, grounded 11 0-volt AC outlet.

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4. After you’ve used the coolant heater, be sure to

store the cord as it was before to 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 the outside temperature, the kind of oil you have, and some other things. Instead of trying to list everything here, we ask that you contact your Oldsmobile retailer in the area where you’ll be parking your vehicle. The retailer can give you the best advice for that particular area.

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Plugging the cord into an ungrounded outlet could cause an electrical shock. Also, the wrong kind of extension cord could overheat and cause a fire. You could be seriously injured. Plug the cord into a properly grounded three-prong 110-volt AC outlet. If the cord won’t reach, use a heavy-duty three-prong extension cord rated for at least 15 amps.

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Automatic Transaxle Operation There are several different positions for your shift lever.

If you cannot shi.ft out of PARK (P), ease pressure on the shift lever -- push the shift lever all the way into PARK (P) as you maintain brake application. Then move the shift lever into the gear you wish. See “Shifting Out of PARK (P)” in this section.

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PARK (P): This position locks your front wheels. It’s the best position to use when you start your engine because your vehicle can’t move easily. Ensure the shift lever is fully in PARK (P) before starting the engine. Your Oldsmobile has Brake-Transaxle Shift Interlock (BTSI). You must fully apply your regular brakes before you can shift from PARK (P) when the ignition key is in the RUN position. As you step on the brake pedal, while in PARK (P), you may hear a click from the solenoid of the BTSI. This ensures that the BTSI is operating properly.

It is dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in PARK (P) with the parking brake firmly set. Your vehicle can roll. Don’t leave your vehicle when the engine is running unless you have to. If you have left the engine running, the vehicle can move suddenly. You or others could be injured. To be sure your vehicle won’t move, even when you’re on fairly level ground, always set your parking brake and move the shift lever to PARK (P). See “Shifting Into PARK (P)” in the Index. If you’re pulling a trailer, see “Towing a Trailer” in the Index.

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REVERSE (R): Use this gear to back up.

NOTICE: Shifting to REVERSE (R) while your vehicle is moving forward could damage your transaxle. Shift to REVERSE (R) only after your vehicle is stopped.

To rock your vehicle back and forth to get out of snow, ice or sand without damaging your transaxle, see “Stuck: In Sand, Mud, Ice or Snow” in the Index. NEUTRAL (N): In this position, your engine doesn’t connect with the wheels. To restart when you’re already moving, use NEUTRAL (N) only. Also, use NEUTRAL (N) when your vehicle is being towed.

NOTICE:

Damage to your transaxle caused by shifting out of PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N) with the engine racing isn’t covered by your warranty.

Shifting out of PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N) while your engine is “racing” (running at high speed) is dangerous. Unless your foot is firmly on the brake pedal, your vehicle could move very rapidly. You could lose control and hit people or objects. Don’t shift out of PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N) while your engine is racing.

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AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE (D): This position is for normal driving. If you need more power for passing, and you’re:

Going less than 35 mph (56 k d h ) , push your accelerator pedal about halfway down. Going about 35 mph (56 km/h) or more, push the accelerator all the way down.

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 (3) instead of AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE (D): 0 When driving on hilly, winding roads. 0 When towing a trailer (so there is less shifting

between gears).

0 When going down a steep hill.

SECOND (2): This position gives you more power, but lower fuel economy. You can use SECOND (2) on hills. It can help control your speed as you go down steep mountain roads, but then you would also want to use your brakes off and on.

NOTICE:

Don’t drive in SECOND (2) for more than 25 miles (41 km), or at speeds over 55 mph (88 km/h), or you can damage your transaxle. Use THIRD (3) or AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE (D) as much as possible. Don’t shift into SECOND (2) unless you are going slower than 65 mph (105 km/h) or you can damage your engine.

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NOTICE:

If your vehicle seems to start up rather slowly, or if it seems not to shift gears as you go faster, something may be wrong with a transaxle system sensor. If you drive very far that way, your vehicle can be damaged. So, if this happens, have your vehicle serviced right away. Until then, you can use SECOND (2) when you are driving less than 35 mph (55 kmh) and THIRD (3) for higher speeds.

FIRST (1): This position gives you even more power (but lower fuel economy) than SECOND (2). You can use it on very steep hills, or in deep snow or mud. If the selector lever is put in FIRST (I), the transaxle won’t downshift into first gear until the vehicle is going slow enough.

NOTICE:

If your front wheels can’t rotate, don’t try to drive. This might happen if you were stuck in very deep sand or mud or were up against a solid object. You could damage your transaxle. Also, if you stop when going uphill, don’t hold your vehicle there with only the accelerator pedal. This could overheat and damage the transaxle. Use your brakes or shift into PARK (P) to hold your vehicle in position on a hill.

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Parking Brake

To set the parking brake, hold the regular brake pedal down with your right foot and push down the parking brake pedal with your left foot.

If the ignition is on, the brake system warning light will come on. See “Brake System Warning Light” in the Index.

To release the parking brake, hold the regular brake pedal down with your right foot while you push down on the parking brake pedal with your left foot. (To release the tension on the parking brake cable, you will need to apply about the same amount of pressure to the parking brake pedal as you did when you set the parking brake.) When you remove your foot from the parking brake pedal, it will pop up to the release position.

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Driving with the parking brake on can cause your rear brakes to overheat. You may have to replace them, and you could also damage other 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.

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Shifting Into PARK (P)

It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in PARK (P) with the parking brake firmly set. Your vehicle can roll. If you have left the engine running, the vehicle can move suddenly. You or others could be injured. To be sure your vehicle won’t move, even when you’re on fairly level ground, use the steps that follow. If you’re pulling a trailer, see “Towing a Trailer” in the Index.

1. Hold the brake pedal down with your right foot and

set the parking brake with your left foot.

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2. Move the shift lever into the PARK (P) position

like this: 0 Pull the lever toward you.

Leaving Your Vehicle With the Engine Running

It can be dangerous to leave your vehicle with the engine running. Your vehicle could move suddenly if the shift lever is not fully in PARK (P) with the parking brake firmly set. And, if you leave the vehicle with the engine running, it could overheat and even catch fire. You or others could be injured. Don’t leave your vehicle with the engine running unless you have to.

If you have to leave your vehicle with the engine running, be sure your vehicle is in PARK (P) and your parking brake is firmly set before you leave it. After you’ve moved the shift lever into the PARK (P) position, hold the regular brake pedal down. Then, see if you can move the shift lever away from PARK (P) without first pulling it toward you. If you can, it means that the shift lever wasn’t fully locked into PARK (P).

Move the lever up as far as it will go.

3. Move the ignition key to the LOCK position. 4. Remove the key and take it with you. If you can leave your vehicle with the ignition key in your hand, your vehicle is in PARK (P).

Torque Lock If you are parking on a hill and you don’t shift your transaxle into PARK (P) properly, the weight of the vehicle may put too much force on the parking pawl in the transaxle. You may find it difficult to pull the shift lever out of PARK (P). This is called “torque lock.” To prevent torque lock, set the parking brake and then shift into PARK (P) properly before you leave the driver’s seat. To find out how, see “Shifting Into PARK (P)” in the Index. When you are ready to drive, move the shift lever out of PARK (P) before you release the parking brake. If torque lock does occur, you may need to have another vehicle push yours a little uphill to take some of the pressure from the parking pawl in the transaxle, so you can pull the shift lever out of PARK (P).

Shifting Out of PARK (P) Your Oldsmobile has Brake-Transaxle Shift Interlock (BTSI). You have to fully apply your regular brakes before you can shift from PARK (P), when the ignition is in the RUN position. See “Automatic Transaxle Operation” in the Index. As you step on the brake pedal, while in PARK (P), you may hear a click from the solenoid of the BTSI. This ensures that the BTSI is operating properly. If you cannot shift out of PARK (P), ease pressure on the shift lever -- push the shift lever all the way into PARK (P) as you maintain brake application. Then move the shift lever into the gear you want. If you ever hold the brake pedal down but still can’t shift out of PARK (P), try this: 1. Turn the key to OFF. 2. Apply and hold the brake until the end of Step 4. 3. Shift to NEUTRAL (N). 4. Start the vehicle and then shift to the drive gear

you want.

5. Have the vehicle fixed as soon as you can.

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Parking Over Things That Burn

Engine Exhaust

Engine exhaust can kill. It contains the gas carbon monoxide (CO), which you can't see or smell. It can cause unconsciousness and death. You might have exhaust coming in if: Your exhaust system sounds strange or different.

0 Your vehicle gets rusty underneath. 0 Your vehicle was damaged in a collision. 0 Your vehicle was damaged when driving over

high points on the road or over road debris. Repairs weren't done correctly.

0 Your vehicle or exhaust system had been

modified improperly.

If you ever suspect exhaust is coming into your vehicle: 0 Drive it only with all the windows down to

blow out any CO; and

0 Have your vehicle fixed immediately.

A CAU J N :

Things that can burn could touch hot exhaust parts under your vehicle and ignite. Don't park over papers, leaves, dry grass or other things that can burn.

Running Your Engine While You’re Parked It’s better not to park with the engine running. But if you 3ver have to, here are some things to know.

A CAUTION:

Idling the engine with the air system control off 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 even place this can happen is a garage. Exhaust -- with if the fan switch is at the highest setting. One CO -- can come in easily. NEVER park in a garage with the engine running. Another closed-in place can be a blizzard. (See “Blizzard” in the Index.)

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It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in PARK (P) with the parking brake firmly set. Your vehicle can roll. Don’t leave your vehicle when the engine is running unless you have to. If you’ve left the engine running, the vehicle can move suddenly. You or others could be injured. To be sure your vehicle won’t move, even when you’re on fairly level ground, always set your parking brake and move the shift lever to PARK (P).

Follow the proper steps to be sure your vehicle won’t move. See “Shifting Into PARK (P)” in the Index. If you’re pulling a trailer, see “Towing a Trailer” in the Index.

Locks and Lighting Choices Your Oldsmobile’s locks and lighting systems can be programmed with several different features. The features you can program depend on the options that came with your vehicle. The following chart shows the features that can be programmed and which options you need to have to program them.

Automatic Last Door Locks Closed

Feature Door

Unlock Locking/ Lockout Deterrerl t

Remote Remote Conterl Driver’s Door Unlock Contrd

Lock/

Confirm- t ion

Theft

Number of Chimes Sounded

Delayed Illumina- tion/ Exit Lighting

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To program features, your vehicle must be in the programming mode. Follow these steps:

2. Remove the BCM PRGRM fuse from the instrument

panel fuse block.

FUSE USAGE CHART

10

TISIG

15 SIR

io IGN 1

10 PSD

N-

PWH WTJOmR

30

PWR QTR VENT

RR HVAC

FRT MED HVAC BLWR Low’

SUNROOF

HVACIDRL

20

RH WPR WSHR

BCM PRGRM

VENT

25

PWR SEAT/

FRT WPR WSHR

SWC ACCY MALLIRADIOIDIC

15

HAZARD

20

PWR LOCK

2u

RR PWR SCKT

STOP LAMP

10

ABS MDL BAi7

FRT HVAC HI

( For More information, See Owner’s Manual

SWC BACK LIGHT

ABS SOL

20

Printed in

10250877

3. Turn the ignition switch to ACCESSORY. 4. You will hear two to four chimes, depending upon

the features that you have.

You can now program your choices. Leaving Programming Mode To get out of programming mode, just turn the key from the ACCESSORY position to OFF and put the BCM PRGRM fuse back into the instrument panel fuse block. Delayed Illumination and Exit Lighting Your vehicle comes with this feature set in Mode 4. This means that: 0 The interior lamps will stay on for a while after all

the doors and the liftgate are closed.

1. The Content Theft Deterrent system (if equipped)

must be disarmed.

0 The interior lamps will come on and stay on for a

while whenever you remove the key from the ignition.

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To change the factory setting, while in programming mode, do the following: 1.

Turn the interior lamps dial all the way to the right and then back slightly to the left. Count the number of chimes you hear. The number of chimes tells you which mode your vehicle is set for. You change the mode by turning the interior lamps dial all the way to the right and then back slightly to the left. Repeat Step 2 until you hear the number of chimes that matches the mode you want.

2.

3.

Mode 1: Both Off (The interior lamps will turn on or off at the same instant that a door is opened or closed). Mode 2: Delayed Illumination Only (The interior lamps will stay on for about 25 seconds after all the doors and liftgate are closed, or until you lock the doors.) Mode 3: Exit Lighting Only (The interior lamps will come on whenever you remove the key from the ignition and stay on for about 25 seconds, or until you lock the doors.) Mode 4: Both On (This combines modes 2 and 3).

Automatic Door Locks Your vehicle comes with this feature set in Mode 3. This means that: 0 All doors will automatically lock when you shift out

of PARK (P).

0 All doors will automatically unlock when the

ignition is turned to OFF.

To change the factory setting, while in programming mode, do the following: 1. Press LOCK on the power door lock switch. 2. Count the number of chimes you hear. The number of chimes tells you which mode your vehicle is set for. You change the mode by pressing LOCK again. 3. Repeat Step 2 until you hear the number of chimes

that matches the mode you want.

Mode 1: Off (Automatic door locking and unlocking is disabled. You will always need to lock you doors manually before driving to increase occupant safety.)

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Mode 2: Automatic Locking Only Automatic Door Unlocking: Off Automatic Door Locking: Shift out of PARK (P) with the ignition on and the driver’s door closed, and all doors will lock automatically.

Mode 3: Automatic Unlocking With Ignition Off

Automatic Door Unlocking: Turn off the ignition with the transaxle in PARK (P) and all doors will unlock automatically. Automatic Door Locking: Shift out of PARK (P) with the ignition on and the driver’s door closed, and all doors will lock automatically.

Mode 4: Automatic Unlocking With Transaxle in PARK (P)

Automatic Door Unlocking: Shift into PARK (P) with the ignition on and all doors will unlock automatically. Automatic Door Locking: Shift out of PARK (P) with the ignition on and the driver’s door closed, and all doors will lock automatically.

Last Door Closed Locking and Lockout Deterrent Your vehicle comes with this feature set in Mode 4. This means that:

If you leave your key in the ignition and leave the driver’s door open, you won’t be able to lock the doors using the power door lock switch. When you press LOCK on the power locks switch or key chain transmitter (if equipped) while any door or the liftgate is open, the doors will not lock. Instead you will hear three chimes which let you know that Last Door Closed Locking is in operation. Five seconds after all the doors and liftgate are closed, all the doors and liftgate will lock.

To change the factory setting, while in programming mode, do the following: 1. Press UNLOCK on the power door lock switch. 2. Count the number of chimes you hear. The number of chimes tells you which mode your vehicle is set for. You change the mode by pressing UNLOCK again. 3. Repeat Step 2 until you hear the number of chimes

that matches the mode you want.

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Mode 1: Both Off (Doors will always lock immediately when you press LOCK on the the power door lock switch or the key chain transmitter, if equipped). Mode 2: Lockout Deterrent Only (If you leave your key in the ignition with the driver’s door open, you won’t be able to lock the doors with the power door locks). Mode 3: Last Door Closed Locking Only (If the power door lock switch or key chain transmitter (if equipped) is used to lock the vehicle while any door or the liftgate is open, you will hear three chimes. The doors will not lock. Five seconds after the last door is closed, all doors and liftgate will lock). Mode 4: Both On (This combines modes 2 and 3). Remote Driver’s Unlock Control Your vehicle comes with this feature set in Mode 2. This means that:

When you press UNLOCK on your Remote Lock Control transmitter, the driver’s door will unlock. When you press UNLOCK on your Remote Lock Control transmitter again, all doors and the liftgate will unlock.

To change the factory setting, while in the programming mode, do the following: 1. Press UNLOCK on the key chain transmitter. 2. Count the number of chimes you hear. The number of chimes tells you which mode your vehicle is set for. You change the mode by pressing UNLOCK again. 3. Repeat Step 2 until you hear the number of chimes

that matches the mode you want.

Mode 1: Remote All Doors Unlock (When you press UNLOCK on your key chain transmitter, all doors and the liftgate will unlock). Mode 2: Remote Driver’s Door Unlock Only (When you press UNLOCK on your key chain transmitter once, the driver’s door will unlock. When you press UNLOCK on your key chain transmitter again, within five seconds, all doors and the liftgate will unlock.)

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Remote Lock and Unlock confirmation Your vehicle comes with this feature set in Mode 4. This means that:

When you use the Remote Lock Control transmitter to lock your vehicle, your park lamps will flash briefly to let you know the command has been received. If you press LOCK on the key chain transmitter again, the horn will sound briefly and the park lamps will flash briefly to let you know your vehicle is locked.

0 When you use the key chain transmitter to unlock your vehicle or operate your power sliding door (if equipped), your park lamps will flash briefly.

To change the factory setting, while in programming mode, do the following: 1. Press the LOCK button on the key chain transmitter. 2. Count the number of chimes you hear. The number of chimes tells you which mode your vehicle is set for. You change the mode by pressing the LOCK button again.

3. Repeat Step 2 until you hear the number of chimes

that matches the mode you want.

Mode 1: Off (Remote lock and unlock confirmation are disabled.) Mode 2: Remote Lock Confirmation with Exterior Lamps Flashing Only

Remote Lock Confirmation: When you use the key chain transmitter to lock your vehicle, your park lamps will flash briefly to let you know the command has been received.

0 Remote Unlock Confirmation: When you use the key

chain transmitter to unlock your vehicle or operate your power sliding door (if equipped), your park lamps will flash briefly to let you know the command has been received.

Mode 3: Remote Lock Confirmation with Exterior Lamps Flashing and Horn Sounding

Remote Lock Confirmation: When you use the key chain transmitter to lock your vehicle, the horn will sound briefly and your park lamps will flash briefly to let you know the command has been received.

0 Remote Unlock Confirmation: When you use the key

chain transmitter to unlock your vehicle or operate your power sliding door (if equipped), your park lamps will flash briefly to let you know the command has been received.

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Mode 4: Remote Lock Confirmation with Exterior Lamps Flashing and Horn Sounding (On Second LOCK Press) 0 Remote Lock Confirmation: When you use the key chain transmitter to lock your vehicle, your park lamps will flash briefly to let you know the command has been received. The horn will sound briefly and your park lamps will flash briefly if you press the LOCK button again within five seconds. Remote Unlock Confirmation: When you use the key chain transmitter to unlock your vehicle or operate your power sliding door (if equipped), your park lamps will flash briefly to let you know the command has been received.

Content Theft Your vehicle comes with this feature set in Mode 4. This means that: 0 If anyone damages or enters your vehicle while your Content Theft Deterrent system is armed, an alarm will sound and your park lamps will flash for two minutes if anyone tries to damage or enter your vehicle.

To change the factory setting, while in the programming mode, do the following: 1. Turn the park lamps on, then off. 2. Count the number of chimes you hear. The number of chimes tells you which mode your vehicle is set for. You change the mode by turning the park lamps on, then off again.

3. Repeat Step 2 until you hear the number of chimes

that matches the mode you want.

Mode 1: Damage Detection with Reduced Sensitivity (If anyone seriously damages your vehicle or opens a door or the liftgate while your Content Theft Deterrent system is armed, an alarm will sound and your park lamps will flash for up to two minutes.) Mode 2: Damage Detection Off (If anyone opens a door or the liftgate while your Content Theft Deterrent system is armed, an alarm will sound and your park lamps will flash for up to two minutes.) Mode 3: Off (Your content theft system is always disarmed.) Mode 4: Damage Detection with Normal Sensitivity (If anyone damages or enters your vehicle while your Content Theft Deterrent system is armed, an alarm will sound and your park lamps will flash for up to two minutes.)

Content Theft Deterrent Arming and Disarming Your vehicle comes with this feature set in Mode 3. This means that:

Your Content Theft Deterrent system will arm when you lock the doors using either power door lock switch while any door or the liftgate is open and the key is removed from the ignition. Your Content Theft Deterrent system will arm when you lock the doors with your key or key chain transmitter and the key is removed from the ignition Your Content Theft Deterrent system will disarm when you unlock the doors with your key or key chain transmitter.

To change the factory setting, while in the programming mode, do the following: 1. Insert your second key fully into any door key

cylinder and turn it to the unlock position. This step is inconvenient, but necessary to prevent accidental programming of this feature to Mode 2. Do not program this feature to Mode 2 without first reading the special note contained in the description for that mode. The door key cylinder must remain in the unlock position during Steps 2-4.

2. Press the horn symbol on the key chain transmitter. 3. Count the number of chimes you hear. The number of chimes tells you which mode your vehicle is set for. You change the mode by pressing the horn symbol on the key chain transmitter again.

4. Repeat Step 3 until you hear the number of chimes

that matches the mode you want.

5. Remove your key from the door key cylinder. Mode 1: Power Door Lock Switch Arming Off 0 Your Content Theft Deterrent system will arm when

you lock the doors with your key or key chain transmitter. The key must be removed from the ignition when you lock the doors or the Content Theft Deterrent system will not arm.

0 Your Content Theft Deterrent system will disarm when you unlock the doors with your key or key chain transmitter.

Mode 2: Key Chain Transmitter ArmDisarm Only 0 Your Content Theft Deterrent system will arm when you lock the doors with your key chain transmitter. The key must be removed from the ignition when you lock the doors or the Content Theft Deterrent system will not arm. Your Content Theft Deterrent system will disarm when you unlock the doors with your key chain transmitter.

Special Note: While this mode provides increased security, it can be a problem if your key chain transmitter is damaged, lost or if it fails to operate for any reason while the Content Theft Deterrent system is armed. The Content Theft Deterrent system must be disarmed .for the engine to run while in Mode 2; your key can no longer disarm the system.

Mode 3: Standard Arming and Disarming 0 Your Content Theft Deterrent system will arm when

you lock the doors using either power door lock switch while any door or the liftgate is open and the key is removed from the ignition.

0 Your Content Theft Deterrent system will arm when

you lock the doors with your key or key chain transmitter and the key is removed from the ignition. Your Content Theft Deterrent system will disarm when you unlock the doors with your key or key chain transmitter.

Leaving Programming Mode To get out of programming mode, just turn the key from the ACCESSORY ignition position to OFF and put the BCM PRGRM fuse back into the instrument panel fuse block.

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Windows Manual Windows Use the manual crank to open and close th Power Windows (Option)

e front windows.

ignition is on). The left switch controls the driver’s window. The right switch controls the passenger’s window. The driver’s power window switch has two down positions. Push the switch to the first position to lower the window normally. To activate the auto-down feature, push the switch all the way down, then release. The window will lower completely. To stop the window from lowering all the way, pull up the front of the switch. To raise the window, pull up the front of the switch.

If you have power windows, the switches on the driver’s door armrest control the front windows (when the

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Side Window Latches The rear of the side windows swings open.

To open, push the latch forward to release it, then swing the window outward. Press the center of the latch to secure the window in the open position.

Power Rear Quarter Windows

This button, located in the Overhead Console switchbank, is used for opening and closing the rear quarter windows.

To close, pull the center of the latch forward and then close the latch. Press the center of the latch to secure the window in the closed position.

Press the bottom of the button to open the windows; both windows will open. The windows can be opened fully or only a portion depending on how long the button is pushed. Press the top of the button to close both windows. Horl You can sound the horn by pressing the horn symbols on your steering wheel.

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Turn SignaUMultifunction Lever

Tilt Steering Wheel A tilt steering wheel allows you to adjust the steering wheel before you drive. You can also raise it to the highest level to give your legs more room when you exit and enter the vehicle.

To tilt the wheel, hold the steering wheel and pull the lever. Move the steering wheel to a comfortable level, then release the lever to lock the wheel in place.

The lever on the left side of the steering column includes your:

Turn Signal and Lane Change Indicator, Headlamp High/Low Beam Changer,

0 Windshield Wiper and Washer Control and 0 Cruise Control (Option).

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Turn Signal and Lane Change Indicator The turn signal has two upward (for right) and two downward (for left) positions. These positions allow you to signal a turn or a lane change. To signal a turn, move the lever all the way up or down. When the turn is finished, the lever will return automatically. An arrow on the instrument panel will flash in the direction of the turn or lane change. To signal a lane change, just raise or lower the lever until the arrow starts to flash. Hold it there until you complete your lane change. The lever will return by itself when you release it. As you signal a turn or a lane change, if the arrow flashes faster than normal, a signal bulb may be burned out and other drivers won’t see 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). If you have a trailer towing option with added wiring for the trailer lamps, the signal indicator will flash at a normal rate even if a turn signal bulb is burned out. Check the front and rear turn signal lamps regularly to make sure they are working.

Turn Signal Reminder Chime If either turn signal is left on for more than 3/4 of a mile, a chime will sound to let the driver know to turn it off. If you need to leave the signal on for more than 3/4 of a mile, turn off the signal and then turn it back on. Headlamp HigWLow Beam Changer To change the headlamps from high to low beam, or low to high, simply pull the turn signal lever all the way toward you. Then release it.

When the high beams are on, this light on the instrument cluster will also be on.

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Windshield Wipers You control the windshield wipers by turning the band marked WIPER. For a single wiper cycle: Turn the band to MIST. Hold it there until the wipers start, then let go. The wipers will stop after one cycle. If you want more cycles, hold the band on mist longer. For delayed wiper cycles: You can set the wiper speed 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 LOW, the shorter the delay time. For steady wiper cycles: For steady wiping at low speed, turn the band away from you to the LOW position. For high-speed wiping, turn the band further to HIGH. To stop the wipers, move the band to OFF. Remember that damaged wiper blades may prevent you from seeing well enough to drive safely. To avoid damage, be sure to clear ice and snow from the wiper blades before using them. If they’re frozen to the windshield, carefully loosen or thaw them. If your blades do become damaged, get new blades or blade inserts.

Heavy snow or ice can overload your wipers. A circuit breaker will stop them until the motor cools. Clear away snow or ice to prevent an overload. Windshield Washer To wash your windshield, press and hold the windshield washer paddle. The washers and wipers will operate. When you release the paddle, the washers will stop, and the wipers will continue to operate for two cycles, unless your wipers had already been on. In that case, the wipers will resume the wiper speed you had selected earlier.

In freezing weather, don’t use your washer until the windshield is warmed. Otherwise the washer fluid can form ice on the windshield, blocking your vision.

Driving without washer fluid can be dangerous. A bad mud splash can block your vision. You could hit another vehicle or go off the road. Check your washer fluid level often.

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Rear Window Wiper and Washer

\-

I The rear window wiper switch is located in the Instrument Panel switchbank.

Cruise Control (Option) With cruise control, you can maintain a speed of about 25 mph (40 km/h) or more without keeping your foot on the accelerator. This can really help on long trips. Cruise control does not work at speeds below about 25 mph (40 kmh). When you apply your brakes, the cruise control shuts off.

Push the wiper symbol on the bottom of the button to turn on the intermittent wiper. To turn off the wiper, gently push the top of the button. To wash and wipe the rear window, push in the washer symbol on the top of the button. Washer fluid will spray as long as the button is held in. When the top of the button is released, the wiper will continue to cycle three more times. To wash the rear window when the rear wiper is already on, push on the top of the button with the wash symbol on it. Push in the bottom of the button to continue the intermittent wiper cycle after the washing cycle is completed.

0 Cruise control can be dangerous where you

can’t drive safely at a steady speed. So, don’t use your cruise control on winding roads or in heavy traffic.

0 Cruise control can be dangerous on

slippery roads. On such roads, fast changes in tire traction can cause needless wheel spinning, and you could lose control. Don’t use cruise control on slippery roads.

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If your vehicle is in cruise control when the optional traction control system begins to limit wheel spin, the cruise control will automatically disengage. (See “Traction Control System” in the Index.) When road conditions allow you to safely use it again, you may turn the cruise control back on.

Setting Cruise Control

If you leave your cruise control switch on when you’re not using cruise, you might hit a button and go into cruise when you don’t want to. You could be startled and even lose control. Keep the cruise control switch OFF until you want to use it.

1. Move the cruise control switch to ON. 2. Get up to the speed you want.

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3. Push in the SET button at the end of the lever and

release it.

4. Take your .foot off the accelerator pedal.

Resuming a Set Speed

Suppose you set your cruise control at a desired speed and then you apply the brake. This, of course, shuts off the cruise control. But you don’t need to reset it. Once you’re going about 25 mph (40 kmk) or more, you can move the cruise control switch from ON to RESUME/ACCEL (R/A) for about half a second. You’ll go right back up to your chosen speed and stay there.

Use the SET button to reset cruise (see “Setting Cruise Control” earlier in this section). If you hold the switch at R/A longer than half a second, the vehicle will keep going faster until you release the switch or apply the brake. You could be startled and even lose control. So unless you want to go faster, don’t hold the switch at R/A.

Increasing Speed While Using Cruise Control There are two ways to go to a higher speed: 0 Use the accelerator pedal to get to the higher speed.

Push the SET button at the end of the lever, then release the button and the accelerator pedal. You’ll now cruise at the higher speed.

0 Move the cruise switch from ON to R/A. Hold it there until you get up to the speed you want, and then release the switch. (To increase your speed in very small amounts, move the switch to R/A for less than half a second and then release it. Each time you do this, your vehicle will go about 1 mph ( 1.6 km/h) faster.)

The accelerate feature will work whether or not you have set an initial cruise control speed.

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Reducing Speed While Using Cruise Control

Push in the button at the end of the lever until you reach the lower speed you want, then release it. To slow down in very small amounts, push the button for less than half a second. Each time you do this, you’ll go 1 mph (1.6 kmh) slower.

Passing Another Vehicle While Using Cruise Control Use the accelerator pedal to increase your speed. When you take your foot off the pedal, your vehicle will slow down to the cruise control speed you set earlier.

Using Cruise Control on Hills How well your cruise control will work on hills depends upon your speed, load and the steepness of the hills. When going up steep hills, you may have to step on the

accelerator pedal to maintain your speed. When going downhill, you may have to brake or shift to a lower gear to keep your speed down. Of course, applying the brake takes you out of cruise control. Many drivers find this to be too much trouble and don’t use cruise control on steep hills.

Ending Cruise Control There are two ways to turn off the cruise control:

Step lightly on the brake pedal; OR Move the cruise switch to OFF.

Erasing Cruise Speed Memory When you turn off the cruise control or the ignition, your cruise control set speed memory is erased.

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Lamps

- - 300: : Turning the dial to this setting turns on: 0 Parking Lamps, 0 Sidemarker Lamps, 0 Taillamps and 0 Instrument Panel Lights.

2 0 : Turning the dial to this setting turns on the headlamps, together with: a Parking Lamps, 0 Sidemarker Lamps, 0 Taillamps and 0 Instrument Panel Lights. 0 : Turning the dial to this setting turns off all the lights. Lamps On Reminder If the driver’s door is opened and you turn the ignition to the OFF or LOCK position while leaving the lamps on, you will hear a warning chime. Daytime Running Lamps (If Equipped) Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) can make it easier for others to see the front of your vehicle during the day. DRL can be helpful in many different driving conditions, but they can be especially helpful in the short periods after dawn and before sunset.

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A light sensor on top of the instrument panel makes the DRL work, so be sure it isn’t covered. The DRL system will make your front parWturn signal lamps come on in daylight when:

The ignition is on, the headlamp switch is off, and the parking brake is released.

When the DRL are on, only your front park/turn signal lamps will be on. Your instrument panel won’t be lit up. When it’s dark enough outside, the exterior lamps will come on automatically. When it’s bright enough outside, the exterior lamps will go out and the DRL will turn on. Of course, you may still turn on the headlamps any time you need to. To idle your vehicle with the DRL or exterior lamps off, set the parking brake while the ignition is in the OFF or LOCK position. 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 when you need it.

Fog Lamps

v- I The fog lamps switch is located in the Instrument Panel switchbank. Push the fog on the rockel on the lights.

lamp symbol - button to turn

The green indicator light will glow. Push the ribbed part of the switch to turn them off. The indicator light will go off. Your parking lamps or headlamps must be on for your fog lamps to go on.

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When your DRL are on, the headlamps switch must first be turned from the off position before the fog lamps can be turned on. At night, when the DRL automatically turns on your headlamps, the fog lamps can be turned on when the headlamps switch is in any position. Your fog lamps will go off when you switch to highbeams. Using your highbeams in fog is not recommended. Interior Lamps Battery Saver Your vehicle has a feature to help prevent you from draining the battery, in case you accidentally leave the interior or underhood lamps on. If you leave any of these lamps on while the ignition is in the LOCK or OFF position, they will automatically turn off after 10 minutes. The lamps won’t come back on again until you:

turn the ignition to the RUN or ACCESSORY position,

turn the interior lamps dial all the way to the right, then slightly back to the left; or open (or close and reopen) a door that is closed.

Note that if your vehicle has less than 15 miles (25 km) on the odometer, the battery saver will turn off the lamps after only three minutes. Instrument Panel Intensity Control Turn the lights control, located below the headlamps switch, all the way to the right to increase the brightness of the instrument panel lights, and to the left to decrease the brightness. Turn the control all the way to the left to turn them off. Interior Lamps Control Turn the dial all the way to the right to turn on the interior lamps, if the interior lamps override switch is off. Turn the dial to the left to turn the lights off.

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Interior Lamps Override Switch

V-

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I This switch is located in the overhead console switchbank. Press the symbol on the bottom of the rocker switch to override control of the interior lights and turn off power to the courtesy lamps, reading lamps, glove box lamp and underhood lamp.

Press the top of the interior lamps override rocker switch to turn power back on to the interior lamps. This will allow the lamps to stay on when any door is open.

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Illuminated Entry With illuminated entry, the interior of your vehicle is illuminated so you can see inside before you enter your vehicle. The lamps will come on for 40 seconds if you unlock your door using your key or the Remote Lock Control key chain transmitter (if equipped) and the ignition is in the LOCK or OFF position. After 40 seconds have passed, the interior lamps will slowly fade out. The lamps will turn off before the 40 seconds if you:

lock all the doors using the key,

0 press LOCK on the power door lock switch or

press LOCK on the key chain transmitter (if equipped).

When any door is opened, illuminated entry is cancelled. The interior lamps will stay on while any door or the liftgate is open, and slowly fade out when all doors and the liftgate are closed. The interior lamps may stay on for up to 25 seconds after all doors have been closed if they have not been locked. See “Delayed Illumination” later in this section.

Delayed Illumination The delayed illumination feature will continue to illuminate the interior for 25 seconds after all doors have been closed so that you can find your ignition and buckle your seatbelt at night. Delayed illumination will not occur while the ignition is in the RUN or ACCESSORY position. After 25 seconds have passed, the interior lamps will slowly fade out. The lights will fade out before the 25 seconds have passed if you: turn the ignition to the RUN or ACCESSORY position, lock all doors using the key chain transmitter (if equipped) or lock all the doors using the power door lock switch or the key.

To turn the Delayed Illumination feature off or on, see “Locks and Lighting Choices” in the Index.

Exit Lighting With exit lighting, the interior lamps will come on for about 25 seconds whenever you remove the key from the ignition switch. If you turn the ignition switch to RUN or ACCESSORY, the lamps will fade out. The lamps will also fade out if you lock the doors with the power door lock switch or the key chain transmitter (if equipped). When any door is opened, exit lighting is cancelled. The interior lamps will stay on while any door or liftgate is open, and slowly fade out when all doors and the liftgate are closed. The interior lamps may stay on for up to 25 seconds after all doors have been closed if they have not been locked, see “Delayed Illumination” earlier in this section. To turn the Exit Lighting feature off or on, see “Locks and Lighting Choices” in the Index.

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Center Dome Lamp

Rear Cargo 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 lights override.

This lamp is located in the rear of your vehicle, above the liftgate opening, and has no switch of its own. It will go on each time you open the doors, unless you enable the interior lights override.

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Rear Reading Lamps

Front Reading Lamps

There are two reading lamps ~n the third row headliner, above the outboard seating positions. If your vehicle does not have dual sliding doors, there is also a reading lamp in the second row on the left side. To turn on or off either reading lamp, press the lamp lens.

There are two reading lamps in the overhead console. To turn on either reading lamp, press the lens of the lamp. To turn off the lamp, press the lens again.

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Mirrors Inside Daymight Rearview Mirror

Power Remote Control Mirrors

The control on the driver’s door controls both outside rearview mirrors.

Turn the control to the left to select the driver’s side rearview mirror, or to the right to select the passenger’s side rearview mirror. Then use the control to adjust each mirror so that you can just see the side of your vehicle when you are sitting in a comfortable driving position.

To reduce glare from lights behind you, pull the lever toward you (to the night position). To return the mirror to the day position, push the lever away from you.

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If you are not adjusting either mirror, leave the control in the center off position. This prevents moving the mirrors accidentally once you have them adjusted. Both outside mirrors can be folded forward or rearward. In the rearward position, they will fold almost flush with the vehicle. This feature is particularly useful in automatic car washes and when maneuvering your vehicle in narrow spaces. Your mirrors have a blue tint to reduce glare while driving at night. Convex Outside Mirror Your passenger’s side mirror is convex. A convex mirror’s surface is curved so you can see more from the driver’s seat.

A convex mirror can make things (like other vehicles) look farther away than they really are. If you cut too sharply into the right lane, you could hit a vehicle on your right. Check your inside mirror or glance over your shoulder before changing lanes.

Storage Compartments Your Silhouette’s large carrying capacity can store many items. If you have the long wheelbase version, you can carry things as large as a 4‘ x 8‘ piece of plywood. You can also use the floor pins that are used to attach the seats, to secure larger loads. This section also describes storage areas for specific items like sunglasses and cups.

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Glove Box Your vehicle has a glove box below the dash. To open the glove box, lift the latch release. Use the key to lock or unlock the glove box.

Compact Overhead Console

The glove box door has a detent to prevent the door from lowering too far. Open the glove box until the door is partway open, then pull the door down if you need it fully open. To close the glove box, the door must be pushed up past the detent. In the door of the glove box, you will find a tissue pack holder and clip for a pen or pencil.

The front overhead console includes two reading lamps, a storage compartment and a switchbank. To turn either reading lamp on or off, press the lamp lens. The switchbank has switches for the Optional Power Sliding Door, Power Sliding Door Enable, Interior Lights Override, Power Quarter Windows and the Power Sunroof.

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Reading Lamps To turn on or off either reading lamp, press the lamp lens.

Garage Door Opener Compartment You can store your garage door opener in the rear compartment of your overhead console, and operate it from this position. To install your garage door opener, follow these instructions: 1. Open the compartment by pressing the latch forward.

Remove the piece of self-sticking Velcro@.

The optional front overhead console has reading lamps, a switchbank, storage compartments, including one for your garage door opener and one for your sunglasses, and a Driver Information Center (DIC). The features of the optional overhead console are explained on the following pages.

2. Peel the protective backing from the Velcro and press

il firmly to the back of your garage door opener.

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5. Add one peg at a time until your garage door opener

operates with the compartment door closed when you press the button.

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Line up the button of the garage door opener with one of the four buttons on the compartment door. Make sure the garage door opener button is facing down and press the opener firmly into place. Once the opener is installed, use the black pegs inside the compartment door to make sure the lined area on the compartment door will contact the control button on your garage door opener when pressed.

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Sunglasses Storage Compartment

Driver Information Center

To open the sunglasses storage compartment in the overhead console, press the release button. Then pull the compartment down to the full open position.

The DIC will show information about the vehicle and the surroundings. 0 English/Metric Button (E/M) - You can change the display to a metric or English reading at any time by pressing E/M.

Mode Button (MODE) - Press this button to cycle through three modes of operation -- Off, Compass/"T'emperature mode and Trip Computer mode. In the Trip Computer mode, pressing the MODE button cycles through the five displays. Press the MODE button after the last Trip Computer display to return the DIC to the OFF mode.

Off- No driver information is displayed in this mode of operation. TemperatureKompass Mode- One of eight compass readings and the outside temperature are displayed. If the temperature is below 38°F (3"C), the temperature reading will toggle between displaying the outside temperature and the word "ICE" for two minutes.

Compass Variance Compass variance is the difference between magnetic north and geographic north. In some areas of the country, the difference is great enough to cause the compass to give false readings. If this occurs, the compass variance must be set.

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Setting the Variance