1993 Oldsmobile Achieva Owner's Manual
1993 Oldsmobile Achieva Manual
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Table of Contents The Power of Intelligent Engineering . How to Use this Manual . Part 1 Seats & Safety BeZts ...3 . . , . 6 Features & Controls ...Comfort Controls & Audio Systems . Your Driving and the Road . Problems on the Road . . aervice & Appearance Care . Maintenance Schedule . Customer - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 4
... . This manual includes product afterthat time without further notice. - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 5
off the nation's first assembly line. Innovation and refinement have always set Oldsmobiles apart. In 1939, Oldsmobile introduced the celebrated Hydra-Matic transmission, a four-speed forerunner of today's advanced systems. In 1948, the high-spirited RocketV8 engine set standards for performance. - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 6
" became first car the equipped with a production "air bag." Recent Oldsmobile engineering has created exciting advancements like the responsive Quad4 engine. Versions of the 4-cylinder, 16-valve Quad 4 propelled Oldsmobiles on roads and racetracks to new standards of economy and performance. Today - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 7
i t y o f OwnerSatisfaction industry. The Edge gives you : I 24-hour roadside assistance, Bumper-to-Bumper Plus Warranty protection, even free transportation while your vehicle i i for warranty sn service. With the Oldsmobile Edge, we've &1-. pledged to make your ownership experience a great one - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 8
audio system. Part 4: Your Driving and the Road Here you'll find helpful information and tips about the road and to how drive under different conditions. Part 5: Problems on the Road This part tellsyou what to do if you have a problem while driving, such as a flat tire or engine overheating - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 9
Part 9: Index Part 6: Service & Appearance Care Here's an alphabetical listing of Here the manual tellsyou how to keep your Oldsmobile running properly and almost every subject in this manual. You can use it to quickly find looking good. something you want to read. Part 7: Maintenance Schedule This - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 10
How to Use this Manual Safety Warnings and Symbols You will find a number of damage. When you read other manuals, you might see CAUTION and NOTICE warnings in different colors orin different words. In this manual,we've used the familiar words and colors that Oldsmobile has used for years. You' - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 11
symbols are important for you and your passengers whenever your vehicle is driven: These symbols have to do with your lights: A Fasten Safety Belts Master Lighting Switch Turn SignalDirection Door LockIUnlock Hazard Warning Flashers Headlight High Beam Parking Lights Fog Lights A pf SO 8' 8 - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 12
Defroster Fuel Rear Window Defogger Engine Oil Pressure Ventilating Fan Brake Power Window Anti-Lock Brakes Hood Release Speaker These symbols are used on warning and indicator lights: Engine Coolant Temperature Here are some othersymbols you may see: Fuse w Baifery Charging System Lighter - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 13
1 Part 1 Seats & Safety Belts 12 16 21 22 26 26 -27 30 32 33 33 42 44 44 Seats and Seat Controls ...Here you'll find information about the seats in your Oldsmobile. safety belts . Right Front Passenger Position ...Rear Seat Passengers ...Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides ...Center Passenger Position - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 14
This section tells you about theseatshow to adjust them-and also about reclining seatbacks and head restraints. Manual Front Seat - You can lose control the of vehicle if you try to adjusta manual driver's seat while the vehicle is moving. The sudden movement could startle and confuse you - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 15
Power Seat Contm/s (omoy Manual LumbarSupport Turn the knob on the side the driver's of seat clockwise to increase support to the lower back. Turn theknob counterclockwise to decrease support. T adjust the power seat onsome o 1models: There are two levers at the front of the seat. The left lever - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 16
Seats & Safety Belts ... . Manual Reclining Seatback To adjust the seatback, lift the lever on like this. The shoulder beIt can't do its job because it won't be against your body. Instead, it will be in front of you. In a c m h you could go i t it, receiving no neck or other injuries. The lap belt - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 17
Slide the head restraint upor down so that the top of the restraint is closest to the top of your ears. This position reduces the chanceof a neck injury in a crash. Front Seatback Latches (2-DOOR MODELS) Easy-Entry Seat (2-DOOR MODELS) The front seatback folds forward to let The right front seat - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 18
seatback is secure, push it into a fully upright position. A loose seatback can cause an injury in a sudden stop. Safety Belts: Tlzey're For Everyone This part of the manual tells youhow to use safety belts properly. It also tells you some things you should notdo with safety belts. 1 6 - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 19
you are buckled up. Always fasten your safety belt, and check that your passengers' belts are fastened properly too. This figure lights up when turn the you key to Run or Start when your safety belt isn't buckled, and you'll hear a chime, too. It's the reminder to buckle up. In many - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 20
going 10 mph (16 km/h), so is the child. 2. When the bike hits the block, it stops. But the child keeps going! 3. Take the simplest "car." Suppose it's just a seat on wheels. - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 21
I : 4. Put someone onit. 5. Get it up to speed. Then stop the "car." The rider doesn't stop. 6. The person keeps going until stopped by something. In a your strongest bones take the forces. That's why safety belts make such good sense. 7. or the instrumentpanel. .. 8. or the safety belts! 29 - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 22
them in the future. But they passengers can behurt. Being a good are supplemental systems only-so driver doesn't protect you from things beyond your control not bad drivers. instead of them. Every "air bag" system ever offered for sale has Most accidents occur within miles 25 required the use of - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 23
Start, a chime will come on for about eight seconds to remind people to fasten their safety belts, unless the driver's safety belt is buckled. The safety belt light light will come on. If your safety belt light ever comes on or stays on after the front doors be riding in your Oldsmobile, see the Index - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 24
on the driver's door will say "conforms to all applicable Canada motor vehicle..." etc.) If so, then the rest of Part 1 does not apply to your vehicle. To learn how to use your safety belts, please read the Owner's Manual Safety Belt Supplement. It comes with every new Oldsmobile first sold in - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 25
less likely to slide under the lap belt. If you slid under it, the belt door all the way, then slowly open it. If that doesn't fix it, then your Oldsmobile would apply forceat your abdomen. needs service. This could cause serious or even fatal injuries. The shoulder belt should go We hope - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 26
6 Automatic LapShoulder be& (CONI) To unbuckle the automatic belt, just push the button onthe buckle. To reattach the automatic belt: 1. Close and lock the door. 2. Adjust the seat (to see how, seethe Index under Seat Controls) so you can sit up straight. 3. Pick up the latch plate and pull the - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 27
can be seriously injured if e you weartheshoulderbelt unaer your arm. In a crash, your body would move too far forward, which would increase the chance of head and neck injury. Also, the belt would apply too much force to the ribs, which aren't as strong as shoulder bones. You could also severely - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 28
The right front passenger's safety belt works the same way as the driver's safety belt. See theIndex under Driver Position. Adjust the seat (to see how, see the Index under Seat Controls) so you can sit up straight.Move your seat far enough forward that your feet touch the part of the - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 29
1 Rear Seat Passengers It's very important for rear seat passengers to buckle up! Accident The positions next tothe windows have statistics show that unbelted people in lap-shoulder belts. the rear seatare hurt more often in crashes than those who wearing are safety belts. Rear passengers who aren - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 30
button on the buckle faces upwardor outward so you would be able to unbuckle quickly if it you ever had to. 3.To make the lap part tight, pull down on the buckle end the beltas you of pull up on the shoulder - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 31
apply force at your abdomen. This could cause serious or even fatal injuries. The shoulder belt shouldgo over the shoulder and across the chest. These parts of the body are best able to take belt restraining forces. The safety belt locks if there's a sudden stop or a crash. You can be seriously - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 32
equipped with rear passenger position in the rear seat.You the belt. Then, place the guide over will find them tucked in between the shoulder belt comfort guides. This the belt, and insert the two edges of feature will provide added comfort for seat back and the interior body, about half-way down - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 33
and it lies flat. The elastic cord must be under the belt and the guide on top. 4. Buckle the belt around the child, and make sure that can take themout from the guides. Pull the guide upward to expose its storage clip, and then slide the guide onto the clip.Rotate the guide and clip inward and in - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 34
no retractor.To make the belt Buckle, position and release it the same I it longer, tilt the latch plate and pull way as the lap part of a lap-shoulder along the belt. belt. If the beltisn't long enough,see the Index under Safety Belt &tender. Make sure the release button on - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 35
Smaller children and babies ushould always be restrained in Never hold a baby in your a child or infant restraint. The arms while riding in a vehicle. instructions for the will doesn't much-until restraint baby weigh I 11 say whether it is the right type and a crash. During a &ash a baby will size - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 36
of personal injury. The instructions that come with the infant child restraint or will show you how todo that. Where to Put the Restraint Accident statistics show that children are safer if theyare restrained in the rear rather than the front seat. at General We Motors therefore recommend that you - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 37
in the child restraint the restraint anchor bracket hardware in as the instructionssay. glove box, along with instructions for 3 Pull outthe vehicle's safety belt and . installing it. This should be used only run thelap part through or around with a child restraint, and only to secure the restraint - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 38
tighten the belt, pull up on the shoulder belt while you push down See if the shoulder belt would go in on the child restraint. front of the child's faceor neck. If so, put it behind the child restraint. 4. Buckle the belt. Makesure the release button faces upward or outward, so - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 39
belt as long as possible by tilting the latch plate and pulling it along the belt. 2. Put the restraint on the seat. Follow the instructions for the child restraint. 3. Secure the child in the child restraint as the instructionssay. 4. Run the vehicle's safety belt through or around the restraint - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 40
these and installthe hardware for you. It's free. The special To use a child restraint here,you will need a special infantkhild seat attaching belt is GM Part No. 12340286. Your dealer can find the correct hardware in belt and the hardware that goes with it. the accessory section the GM - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 41
't use the special belt for anything but securing a child restraint i the right front seat. If n an adult or older child uses it, the belt won't provide the infantkhild seat please follow the instructions withit, attaching belt near thefloor at the and these steps: door side of the seat. 1.Unbuckle - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 42
slot in the latch plate. tilting the buckle and pulling it along the belt. 5. Put the restraint on the seat. Follow the instructions for the child restraint. 6. Secure the childin the child restraint as the instructions say. 7 . Run the belt throughor around the child restraint. The child restraint - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 43
10. Push and pullthe child restraint in different directions to be sure it is special belt. secure. 2. Push the spring on the hook near the door and remove the special belt. 3. Put the belt away ina safe placein your vehicle, so it won't fly around in a crash and injure someone. 4. Remember - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 44
Seats & Safety Belts Lager Children Children who have outgrown child restraints should wear the vehicle's safety belts. If you have the choice, a child should sit next to a window so the child can wear a lap-shoulder beltand get the additional restraint a shoulder belt can provide. Accident - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 45
the center seat position, the one that has only a lap belt. 1 Here a child is sitting in a seat that has a lap-shoulder belt, but the shoulder part is behind the child. I the child wears the belt in this f way, in a crash the child might slide under the belt. The belt's force would - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 46
reminder systems are working properly. Look forany loose parts or damage. If you see anything that might keep a restraint system from doing itsjob, have it repaired. to have safety belt parts, like the retractor, replacedor anchorage locations repaired-even if the belt wasn't being used at the time - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 47
Q: What's wrong with this? If your seat adjuster won't work aftera crash, the special part of the safety belt A: The belt is torn. that goes throughthe seat to the adjuster may need to be replaced. CAUTlON I m I TO^ or frayed belts - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 48
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features on your Oldsmobile. and information on starting. shifting and braking Also explained are the instrument panel and the warning systems that tell you if everything is working properlyand what t do if you have problem ...97 InstrumentPanel ...1 0 0 Warning Lights, Gages and Indicators ...103 49 - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 52
Features & Controls The ignition keys are for the ignition only. Leaving young children in a b vehicle with the ignition key 1 dangerous for many reasons. A s child or others could be badly injured or even killed. They could operate power windows or other controlsor even make - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 53
Door Lochs There are several ways to lock and unlock your vehicle. From the Outside: Use your door key or Remote Lock Control, if your vehicle hasthis option. From the Inside: To lock the door, slide the locking lever down. To unlock the door, slide the locking lever up. I 5 1 - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 54
Just use the manual or power lock to lock the door again. Leaving Your Vehicle If you are leaving the vehicle, open your door and set the locks from inside, then get out and close the door. Illuminated Entry/Exit System When you lift the outside handle of either front door, the lights inside your - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 55
harmful Check the location. Other vehicles system Rules. by other than an authorizedservice try this: facility couldvoid authorization to use Check todetermine if battery this equipment. replacement is necessary. See the instructions on battery replacement later in this section. If your Oldsmobile - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 56
trunk will unlock when the opened trunk symbol is pressed. Press DOOR or UNLOCK to illuminate the interior lights. The lights will then gooff after 40 seconds or when the ignition is turned on (see Illuminated EntryErit System earlier in this section). Matching lhnsmitters to Your Vehicle You can - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 57
, and then twisting. 2. Close the door. 2. Lift the front cover bottom halffirst. 3. Do the same thing tothe other rear off, 3 Remove and replace the two batteries. door lock. . 4. Replace the front cover. Make sure the cover is on tightly, so water won't get in. 5. Check the transmitteroperation - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 58
from the outside. To Cancel the Rear Door Lock: opened from inside when this feature is If you don't cancelthe security lock 1 Unlock the door from the inside and in use. If you want to open a rear door feature, adults or older children who open the door from the outside. when the security lockis - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 59
. The rear door locks will now work normally. 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 onit can make it impossible to steal. However, there are ways you can help. Key in the Ignition: If - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 60
have to leave your ignition key? What if you have to leave something valuablein your vehicle? Put your valuables in storage area, a like your trunkor glove box. Activate the remote trunk release lockout feature, if your vehicle isso equipped. Lock the glove box. Lock all the doors except the driver - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 61
key. If you have the optional Remote Lock Control feature, your vehicle is not equipped withthe trunk lockout switch. Glove Box Use the door key to lock and unlock the Your vehicle may have a convenience glove box. To open, pull the glove box net. You'll see itjust inside the back handle toward - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 62
make full accessories, and to display some throttle starts. Lock: The only position in which you instrument panel warning lights. can remove the key. This locks your Avoid making hard stops for the steering wheel, ignition and transaxle Start: Starts the engine. When the first 200 miles (322 km) or - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 63
On manual transaxle vehicles, d turning the key to Lock will lock the steering column and result in a loss of ability to steer the vehicle. This could cause a collision. If you need to turn the engine off to force it could break the key or the ignition switch. If none of this works, then your vehicle - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 64
(Neutral) only. Manual Transaxle Shift your gear selector to (Neutral) N and hold the clutch pedal to the floor while starting the engine.Your vehicle won't start if the clutch pedalis not a l l the way down-that's a safety feature. ' 1 Don't try to shift to P (Park) if your Oldsmobile is moving - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 65
need todo excessive heatcan damage your this, but becauseof your vehicle's $tarter motor. computer systems, you don't. 2. Turn your ignition key to S a t tr. 4. If your engine still won't start (or When the enginestarts, let go of the starts but then stops), it could be key. The idle speed will go - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 66
you might need to do drained much sooner. Andthe this, but becauseof your vehicle's excessive heat can damage your computer systems, you don't. motor. starter 2. Turn your ignitionkey to Start. When the engine starts,let go of the won't start (or key. The idle speed will go down as 4. If your - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 67
Through Deep Standing Water ] . L kngine Block Heater (omm) In very cold weather, 0°F (-18OC) or colder, the engine block heater can help. You'll get easier starting and better fuel economy during engine warm-up. To Use the Block Heater: 1. Turn off the engine. 2. Open the hood and unwrap the - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 68
transaxle hasa shift start your engine because your vehicle After you've used the block heater, lever located on the console between the can't move easily. be sure to store the cordas it was seats. before, to keepit away from There are several different positions for moving engine parts. If you don - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 69
Parking on Hills or Towing a Trailer. 1 Ensure the shift lever is fully in (Park) P range before starting the engine.Your Oldsmobile has a brake-transaxle shift interlock. You have to apply your regular brake before you can shift from P (Park) when the ignitionkey is in the Run position. If you - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 70
caused by shifting out of P (hk)or N (Neutral) with theengine racing isn't covefed by your warranty. D (Drive): T i position is for normal hs driving. engine doesn't connect with wheels. the To restart when you're already moving, use N (Neutral) only. Also, use N when your vehicle is being towed. - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 71
your speed as you go down Slteep mountain roads, but then you Urould also want to use your brakes off a: on. nd 1 (First Gear): This position gives you even more power (but lower fuel economy) than 2. You can use it on very steep hills, or in deep snow or mud. If the selector - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 72
Features & Controls 1 3 5 2 4 R Shifting the Five-Speed Manual Transaxle There are seven different positions: N Neutral 1 First Gear 2 Second Gear 3 . Press the clutch pedal back down. Thenand press the brake pedal. Just before the vehicle stops, press the clutch pedal shift into 1. and the - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 73
engine, and the clutch pedal and shift into R.Let up an UP SHIFT light. This light will on the clutch pedal slowly while pressing the accelerator pedal. the U P SHIF'T light m y not come on show you when to shift to the next during normal driving. higher gear for best fuel economy. When this light - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 74
Features & Controls Shift Speeds (MANUAL TRANSAXLE) This chart shows when toshift to the next higher gear for best fuel economy. Acceleration Shift Speeds for 2 3 .L OHC and 2 3 High Output Quad 4 .L (Codes 3 and A) Engines: lst to2nd 15 mph (24 km/h) 2ndto 3rd 25 mph (40km/h) 3rd to4th 40 mph ( - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 75
RELEASE lever. your right foot. Push down parking the brake pedal with your left foot. If the ignition is on, the brake system warning light will comeon. 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 on a Hill - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 76
with your 2. Move the shift lever into (Park) P right foot and set the parking brake. position like this: Hold in the buttonon the lever. Push the leverall the way toward the frontof your vehicle. 3.Move the ignition key to Lock. 4. Remove the key and take it with you. If you can walk - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 77
running,be sure your vehicle Your Oldsmobile hasa brake-transaxle is in P (Park) and your parking brake is shift interlock. You have to apply your regular brake before you can shift from firmly set before you leave it. After P (Park) when the ignition isin the Run you've moved the shift lever into - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 78
your manual transaxle in R (Reverse) and firmly apply the parking brake. If you are parking on a hill, if your or vehicle is equipped totow a trailer, see the Index under Parking on Hills or Towing a Trailer. A A L Thingsthatcan burn could L touch hot exhaust parts under yuUrvehicle and ignite - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 79
road or over road debris. 9 Repairs weren't done correctly. 0 Your vehicle or exhaust system has been modifiedimpmperly. If you ever sure your vehicle won't move, even when you're on fairly level o ground, always set your parking brake and mcwe the shift lever t P (Park). o ~f are p a r b g on a hill - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 80
mode, the system will also automatically switch to theSPORT mode when the vehicle makes an abrupt stop, start or sharp turn. An indicator light will come after the ignition is turnedon. If the indicator lights come on and stay on, there may be a problem with your computercontrolled ride system. See - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 81
the ignition ison. In addition, each passenger door has a control switch for its own window. The driver's window switch has an Auto Down feature. raise the window, press and hold the switch forward. On a vehicle with manual windows, use A tilt steering wheel allowsyou to the window crank to open and - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 82
down. When theturn is finished, the lever will return automatically. On 4-dOOr models, this switch disables of all passenger power windows. Push the The Headlight High-Low Beam Changer Flash-to-Pass Feature Cruise Control (Option) The High-Low Beam feature is discussed under Headlights. See - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 83
panel will flash in the directionof the turn or lane change. To signal a lane change, just raise or lower the lever until the green arrow starts you signal a turn, check the fuse (see theIndex under Fuses & Circuit Breakers) and for burned-out brake or the clutch pedal, the cruise control shuts Off. - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 84
Features & Controls I Cruise Control (Cant.) I To Set Cruise Control I CAUTION I 1. heavy traffic. 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 - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 85
r I Suppose you set Set Speed at a To Resume a your cruise control desired speed and then you apply the brake or clutch pedal. This, of course, shuts off the cruise control. But you don't need to reset it. Once you're going about 25 mph ( - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 86
less than half a second go 1 mph (1.6 ludh) slower. and then releaseit. Each time youdo this, your vehicle will go1 mph (1.6 km/h) hster. The accelerate feature will only work after you turn on the cruise control by pushing the SET button. Passing Another Vehicle While Using Cruise Contml Use the - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 87
the cruise control or the ignition, your cruise control set on hills depends upon yourspeed, load, control: Step lightly on the brake pedal push speed memory is erased. or and the steepnessof the hills. When the clutchpedal, if you have a manual going - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 88
Lights Instrument Panel Lights Operation of Lights Headlights: Rotate the switch to ,, ; turn on: to Headlights Parking Lights Side Marker Lights Taillights License Plate Lights Instrument Panel Lights Rotate the switch toOFF to turn all the lights off. -'e Although your vehicle's lighting system - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 89
DRL work with a light sensor on To idle your vehicle with the DRL off, top of the instrument panel.Don't cover set the parking brakeon a manual it up. transaxle or put the vehicle inP (Park) The high and low beam headlights will or N (Neutral) on an automatic transaxle, while the ignition is in the - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 90
: No flash-to-pass. Use the lever to change between high and low beams. Headlight High-low Beam Changer Flash-To-Pass (EXCEPT CANADA) Instrument Panel Intensity Control You can brighten or dim your instrument cluster lights by rotating the wheelor sliding the switch. If you have the above control - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 91
willgo off whenever the high beam headlights comeon. When the high beams go off, the fog lights will come on again. Front Reading Lights (omoN) These lights and the interior courtesy lights will come on when open the you doors. To turn on a reading light when the doors are closed, press the button - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 92
Oldsmobile is equipped with a Battery Rundown Protection feature designed to protect your vehicle's battery. When any interior light (trunk, reading, footwell, vanity mirror or glove box) is left on whenthe ignition is turnedoff, the Battery Rundown Protection system will automatically shutthe light - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 93
Windshield Wipers The Battery Rundown Protection feature will also be activated when any door of your vehicle is leftopen. Also, if your vehicle is left with the ignition turned off for over24 days, battery power to yourclock, audio system and Remote Lock Control (if you have this option) will be - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 94
If your vehicle has controlled-cycle until the motor cools. Clear away snow wipers, you can set the wiper speed as or ice to prevent an overload. slow as 25 seconds between wiper cycles, or faster. The controlled-cycle delay is very usefbl in light rain or snow. Move the stalk toDELAY, then - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 95
instructions for adding water. Don't mix water with ready-touse washer fluid. Water can and cause the solution to damage your washer fluid a k tn and other parts of the washer system damage your washer system and Inside Manual Day/Night Rearview Mirror To reduce glare from lights behind you, pull - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 96
Features & Controls 1 Convex Outside Mirror Your right side mirror is convex. A convex mirror's surfaceis curved so you can see more from the driver's seat. Manual control lever on the driver's you cut too sharply into the right door. lane, you could hit a vehicle on To adjust your passenger side - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 97
1 N216: N2164 Power Remote Control Mirrors (OPTION) Sun Visors Visor Vanity Mirror Open the visor cover to expose the vanity mirror. To block out glare, you can swing down This selector knob controls both outside the visors. You can also swing them to rearview mirrors. Select the mirror you - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 98
Features & Controls Armrest Stoage Compartment The front armrest opensinto a storage area for cassette tapes, gloves, etc. To open it, push in the button and lift the front edge. Glove Box Cup Holder Console Cup/Coin Holder To access the cup holder, openthe glove The console provides space for - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 99
L Rear SeatCup Holder To access the rear seat cup holder, pull the door down. Garment Hook Push down on the tab marked A to fold down the garment hook. Ashtray and Lighter Lift the cover to reveal the ashtray. To clean the ashtray, lift it out by pulling up on the snuffer. I 97 - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 100
Features & Controls Ashtray and Lighter (CONT.) To clean the rear ashtray, press down on the snuffer. pop back by itself. Sunglasses Storage Place your sunglasses in the open area located above you in the overhead console. Don't put papers and other things do, cigarettes or other smoking materials - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 101
Put the cargo agamst the rear ra&" and fasten it securely to the uggage carrier. ~ .~ Don't exceed the maximum vehicle capacity when loading your Oldsmobile. For more information on vehicle capacity and loading, see theIndex under Loading Your &hide. To prevent damage or loss of cargo as you're - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 102
Features & Controls 100 - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 103
2. Instrument Panel Intensity Controlhterior Lights 3.Turn SignaUHeadlight Beam Lever The Instrument PanelYour Information System 13.Gear Shift Lever 14. Ashtray 15. Ignition Switch 16. Horn 17. Tilt Steering Wheel Lever (Option) 18. Fuse Panel 19. Parking Brake Release 20. Hood Release 101 - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 104
Features & Controls Instrument Panel Cluster Your Oldsmobile is equipped with this instrument panel cluster, which includes indicator warning lights Your Oldsmobile has a tamper resistant odometer. If you see silver lines door to show the old mileage reading when the new odometer was installed. - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 105
and gages that may be on your vehicle. The pictures will helpyou locate them. Warning lights and gages can signal that something is wrong before it becomes serious enough to cause an expensive repair or replacement. Paying attention to your warning lights and gages could also save you or others from - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 106
your one E (Empty), you still have a little fuel you turn off the ignition. vehicle's functions. Often gages and left, but you should get more soon. warning lights work together let you to For your fuel tank capacity, see Service know when there's a problem with your Here are four things that some - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 107
In Problems on the Road, this manual shows what to do. See the Index under Engine Overheating. Low Coolant Level Warning Light Oil Pressure Gage If this light comeson, your system is low on coolant andthe engine may overheat. See the Index under Engine Overheating and have your vehicle serviced as - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 108
hot that it catches fire. You or others could 10 1 FUEL 83 SERVICE ENOINE SOON Check Oil Light 1 I N2087 I Don't keep driving if the c L pressure is low. If you do, (our engine can become hot that so ,t catches fire. You or others couP be burned. Check your oil as S O O . ~ as possible and - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 109
the indicate thatyou have a loose generator electrical system. Have your vehicle drive belt or another electrical problem. serviced immediately. Have it checked right away. Driving When your engine is not running, but while this lightis on could drain your the ignition is on (in the position), Run - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 110
Controls Brake System Warning L&ht Your Oldsmobile's hydraulic brake system is divided into two parts. If one part isn't working, theother part can still work and stop you. For good braking, though, you need both parts working well. If the warning light comeson, there could be a brake problem. Have - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 111
there is a problem. during normal driving. If the light stays on comes on when or you're driving, stop as soon as possible and turn the key off. Then start the engine to reset the system. the light If still stays on, or comes on again while you're driving, your Oldsmobile needs service. Unless the - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 112
Features & Controls Malfunction Indicator Lamp (Service Engine Soon Light) A computer monitors operationof your fuel, ignition and emission control systems. This light should come on when the ignition ison, but the engine is not running, as a check to show you it is working. If it does not come on - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 113
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3 Comfort Controls Audio Systems Climate Control System ...114 In this part you'll find out how to operate the comfort control systems Air Conditioning System ...115 and audio systems offered with your Settingtheclock ...E O O Oldsmobile Be sure to read about theAM/FM Stereo Radio ...E Tape Player - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 116
3f If you have the optional engine block heater and use it during cold weather, 0"F (-18"C) or lower, your heating system will more quickly provide heat because the engine coolant is already warmed. See theIndex under Engine Block Heater. DEFOG: This setting divides air flow equally between the - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 117
will have to do, which should help fuel economy. MAX: Use for maximum cooling. This setting recirculates much of the air inside your vehicle so it maximizes your air conditioner's performance and your vehicle's fuel economy. The air conditioner and heater work best if you keep your windows closed - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 118
(Defrost). If you have the optional engine block heater and use it during cold weather, 0°F (-18°C) or lower, your heating system will more quickly provide heat because the engine coolant is already warmed. See theIndex under Engine Block Heater. NORM: Use for normal cooling on hot Use when outside - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 119
windshield, turn all three control knobs to the far right. some through the heater ducts. Defogging Windows with Air Conditioning System To Defog the Side Windows: Your vehicle has side window defoggers built into the front door panels. To defog the side windows, turn the right knob to BI-LEV and - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 120
Systems Rear Window Defogger (OPTION) The rear window defogger uses a warming grid to remove fog from the rear window. Press the defogger switch. The indicator light grid, and the repairs wouldn't be covered by : your warranty. Your Oldsmobile's flow-through ventilation system supplies outside air - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 121
Oldsmobile, and how to get the best performance from them. Please read about the system in your vehicle. - b late. Your hearing can adapt to higher volumesof sound. Sound that Ventilation Tips Keep the hood and front air inlet free of ice, snow, or any other obstruction (such as leaves). The heater - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 122
is easy. 1. With the ignition on and radio either on or off, press SET. The SET indicator will appear on the digital screen for five seconds. 2. You must begin to set the clock to the correct hour and minute during those five seconds. If your audio system does not have a compact disc - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 123
F R (Fade): The controlringbehind the TUNE knob adjusts thefronthear speaker balance. TREB (Treble): Slide this leverup to increase treble, or down to decreaseit. If a station is weak or noisy, reduce the treble. BASS: Slide this lever up to increase bass, or down to decrease it. SCAN: Press this - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 124
to functions. tune in radio stations (the radio station VOLUME: With the ignition on, rotate frequency will be displayed on the digital screen). Press this knob the right toturn on change between the AM and FM bands your audio system and increase volume. Press it to change between the clock and (the - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 125
. Whenever you press these two buttons again, the preset station willbe tuned in. . I Cassette Tape Player With the power on, insert a tape into the cassette door.Do not use tapes thatare longer than 45 minutes on each side. When the left indicator arrow lit, is selections listed on the top side - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 126
functions. PWR-VOL (Power-Volume): With the ignition on, rotate the upper knob to turn your audio system on and off, and to increase or decrease the Press it again to stop scanning. RCL (Recall): Press this button to alternate the digital display between the TUNE: Rotate the lower knob to the left - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 127
-discs that are called singles. They won't eject. Use only fillsize compact discs. 1. Rotate the PWR-VOL knob to turn on the power. 2. Insert a disc part-way into the slot. with the label side up. The player will pull it in. Within a few seconds, the disc shouldplay. If the disc comes - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 128
Comfort Controls & Audio Systems Press the button again toplay tracks When Finished with the Compact . rapidly reverse the disc. Release to off the power, or turn off the ignition, the disc will stay in the player and start RCL (Recall): Press this button once to resume playing. again when you turn - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 129
system 9. Press SCAN until the fourth digitof keep it in a safe place. This is your plays normally. If it is used, your player your code appears. secret code. won't be usable if it is ever stolen, 2. Turn the ignition Protection feature (see 4. system is secure.If "---" appears, The instructions - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 130
-~ Controls & Audio Systems CD Player Anti-Theit Feature (CONT) To Disable the Anti-Theft System: Enter your secret code following by these steps (you will have only 15 seconds between each step). 1. Turn the ignition to the Accessory or Run position, and turn the radio off. 2. Press station - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 131
extreme heat. If they aren't, they may Delco@ system can get C-Quam@ The range for most AM stations is signals, your stereo indicator light will . If you notice a reduction in storms and power lines. To lower this sound quality, try a known good cassette noise, try reducing the treble level. to see - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 132
Comfort Controls & Audio Systems Ilandle discs carefully. Store them in their original cases surface \vhen handling discs. Pick up discs by is in good condition before you have or E;rasping the outer edges the edge of . your tape player serviced. the hole and the outer edge. Care of Your Cassette - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 133
go up and down If the mast portionof your antenna is by turning the radio or ignition on and damaged, you can easily replace it. See Off. your dealer fora replacement kit and follow the instructions in the kit. 6. Then repeat if necessary. This particular rear window defogger also serves as a radio - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 134
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also included many other useful tips on driving . . Roadsigns ...Defensive Driving ...Drunken Driving ...Control of a Vehicle ...Braking ...Anti-LockBrakes ...SteeringTips ...Steering in Emergencies ...Passing ...DrivingatNight ...DrivingintheRain ...Driving in Fog, Mist and Haze ...CityDriviflg - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 136
by color, shape and symbols. It's situation. Likewise, a yellow solid line a good idea to know these codes so that painted on the road means Don HOSPITAL INFORMATION Green is used to guide the driver. Green Blue signs with white letters show motorists' services. signs may indicate upcoming freeway - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 137
TO A LOW SHOULDER w - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 138
and sometimes to other vehicles. Some traffic lights also use red arrows to signify thatyou must stop before turning on red. NO U TU RN 16 3 The basic message of many of these signs is in pictures or graphic symbols. A picture within a circle with a diagonal line across it shows what not to do. - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 139
down for slowor aboutroadway. A solid yellow line on your to-stop, and up for a : If time allows, tapthe Cross. brake pedal onceor twice in advance of slowing control during rush hours. red X light A above a lane means no drivers what hours and days these systems in effect. are Tmffic OMcer The - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 140
: Drive defensively. Please start with a very important safety device in your Oldsmobile: Buckle up. (See cars to open doors into traffic. Watch for movement in parked cars-someone may be about to open a door. Expect other drivers to run stop signs when you are on a through street. Be ready to brake - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 141
are the result someone who of was drinking and driving. Over 25,000 motor vehicle-related deaths occur each year because of alcohol, and thousands of four things: How much alcohol is in the drink. The drinker's body weight. The amount of food that is consumed before and during drinking. The length - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 142
Your Driving a d the Rod ... I 3 HOURS OURS 1 HOUR Drunken Driving(CONT.) The law in most U.S. states sets the legal limit at a BAC of 0.10 percent. In Canada the limit is0.08 percent, and in some other countries lower than it's that. The BAC will be over 0.10 percent after three to six drinks(in - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 143
go. They are the brakes, the steering and the accelerator. All three systems have to do their work at the places where the tires meet the road. Sometimes, snow or ice, it's easy to ask more of those control systems than the tires and road can provide. That meansyou can lose controlof your vehicle. - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 144
keeping pace with traffic. This is a mistake. Your brakes m y not have time to cool a between hard stops.Your brakes will wear out much faster you do a lotof if heavy braking. Don't "ride" the brakesby letting your left foot rest lightly on the brake pedal while driving. L b cause "Riding" your - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 145
push. Anti-Lock Brakes (ABS) Your Oldsmobile has an advanced electronic brakingsystem that will help prevent skidding. This light on the instrument panel will go on when youstart your vehicle. When you start your vehicle and begin to drive away you may hear a momentary motor or clicking noise and - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 146
on or flash. See the Index under Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light. Here's how anti-lock works. Let's say the road is wet. You're driving safely. in Suddenly an animal jumps out front of you. You slam on the brakes. Here's what happens with ABS. A computer senses that wheels are slowing down. The - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 147
you start your vehicle and begin to drive away, you may notice that your brake pedal moves a little while this is going on. A brief mechanical noise is normal. This is the ABS system testing itself. You may also hear a clicking noise as you accelerate after a hard stop. Your Oldsmobile has front - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 148
the front brakes replaced, have the rear brakes inspected, too. Brake linings should always be replaced as complete axle sets. Brake Pedal Travel See your dealer if the brake pedal does not return to normal height,or if there is a rapid increase in pedal travel. This could be a sign brake trouble - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 149
Steering Every time you make a moderate reverse Use your anti-lock braking system when If you lose power steering assist because brake stop, your brakes adjust for wear. you need to. With anti-lock, you can the engine stopsor the system fails to If you rarely make a moderateor steer and brakeat the - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 150
your speed. Of wet ice, you'll understand this. course, the posted speedsare based on good weatherroad and conditions. The tractionyou can get ina curve Under less favorable conditions you'll depends on the condition your tires of and the road surface, the angle at which want to go slower. the curve - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 151
"drive" through the curve. Maintain a cars and stops right in front you. You once you have avoided the Oldsmobile can perform very well experts recommend that you use your in emergencies like these.First apply beams of your lights. This is one good safety belts and keep both hands on the your brakes - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 152
thentry again. miscalculation, an error in judgment, or until the right front tire contacts the a brief surrender to frustration anger or pavement edge. Then accidents-the head-on collision. inches (100 mm) or more below the pavement, this difference can cause problems. If there is not enough room - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 153
reasonable distance. When it looks like chance to pass is a coming up, start to accelerate butstay in the rightlane and don't get too close. Time your need only slow down and again and wait for another opportunity. If other cars are lined up to pass a slow vehicle, wait yourturn. But take care that - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 154
moving vehicle too rapidly. Even though the brake lights are not flashing, itmay be slowing down or starting to turn. If you're being review what driving experts say about what happens when the three control systems (brakes, steering and acceleration) don't have enough friction where the tires - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 155
the tires to slide.You may not realize the surfaceis slippery until your vehicle is skidding. Learn to recognize warning clues-such as enough water, ice or packed snow on the road to make a "mirrored surface"-and slow down when you have anydoubt. Remember: Any anti-lock braking system (ABS) helps - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 156
that should If you're tired, pull off the roadin a remain visible-such as parked cars, safe place and rest. obstacles, pedestrians,or even trains blocking railway crossings. You may want to put on your sunglasses after you have pulled into a brightly-lighted service or refreshment area. Eyes - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 157
you leave the service to high and then backto low lights. If there is a line of opposing a cloth and some glass cleaner in your freeway or highway, use low beams. traffic, make occasional glances over the True, most vehiclesnow have day-night vehicle if you need to clean your glass line of headlights - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 158
when strips of rubber start to separate from the inserts. Rain and wet roads can mean driving Remember that your headlights light up trouble. On a wet road you can't stop, accelerate or turn as well because your far less of a roadway when you are in a tire-to-road traction isn't as good as on turn - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 159
through some vehicle washes can cause problems, too. The water may affect your brakes. Try to avoid puddles. But if you can't, try to slow down before you hit them. Hydroplaning is dangerous. So much water can build up under your tires that they can actually ride on the water. This can happen if the - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 160
headlights-not just your parking lights-to help make you more visible to others. Look for hard-to-see vehicles coming from behind. You may want to use your headlights Have good tires with proper tread depth. (See the Index under Tires.) Driving road.If the vehicle ahead starts to become less clear or - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 161
place to pull off the road. Of headlights on low beam, even in course you your high beams. The light will bounce off the water droplets that a private the road, turn your lights start your hazard warning flashers, city map and plan your trip into an unknown part of the city just as you would for a - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 162
light a warning as signal. A traffic light there because is the corner is busy enoughto need it. When a light turns green, and just before you start to determine where you expect to blend with flow. the If traffic is light, you may have no problem. But if it is heavy, find a gapas you move along - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 163
. Unfortunately, not all deceleration following distance. Expect to move lanes are long enough-some are too slightly slower at night. short for allthe braking. Decide when to start braking. If you must brake on the through lane, and if thereis traffic close behind you, you can allow a little 161 - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 164
brake lights trouble good start when you're not fresh-such as after a day's work-don't plan to make too many miles that first part serviced and maintained, it's ready to go. If it needs service, haveit done before starting out.Of course, you'll find experienced and able service experts in Oldsmobile - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 165
good shape? Fuel, Engine Oil, Other Fluids: Have you checked all levels? Lights: Are they all working? Are the lenses clean? Tires: They are vitally important to a safe, trouble-free trip.Is the tread good cyclists, parked vehicles, and even ventilated, with a comfortably cool animals. interior. 163 - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 166
there, here are some tips that can make your trips safer and more enjoyable. Keep your vehicle in good shape. Check all fluid levels and also the brakes, tires, cooling system and transaxle. These parts can work hard on mountain roads. Know how to go down hills. The most important thing to know - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 167
when driving on your lane, like a stalled car or an accident. two-lane roadsin hills or mountains. Don't swing wide cut across the center You may see highway signs on or an mountains that w r of special of the road. Drive at speeds that let problems. Examples are long grades, you stay in - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 168
't have to jam your tires against take pictures. Look for pull-offs or the curb, if there is a curb. gentle A parking areas provided for scenic contact is all you need. viewing. Another partof this manual tells how to use your parking brake (see the Index under Parking Brake). But on a mountain or - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 169
hill andyou don't shift your transaxle into (Park) P If there is no curb when you're parking properly, the weightof the vehicle may uphill, turn the , move the shift lever out of P (Park) before you release the parking brake. If torque lock does occur,you may need to have another vehicle push yours - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 170
.. Winter Driving Here are some tips for winter driving: Have your Oldsmobile in good shape for winter. Be sure your engine coolant mix is correct. Snow tires can help in loose snow, but they may give you less traction on ice than regular tires. If you do not expect to be driving in deep snow - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 171
tires even more. Your anti-lock brakes improve your ability to make a hard stop a slippery on road. Even thoughyou have the antilock braking system, you'll want to begin stopping sooner thanyou would on dry pavement. See theIndex under Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS). Allow - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 172
headlights. Let the heater run for a while. Then, shut the engineoff and close the window almost allthe way to preserve the heat. Start the engine base of your vehicle, but be careful. especially any that is blocking your exhaust pipe. And check around again from time to time to be sure snow doesn - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 173
anddo some fairly vigorous exercises every half-houror so until help comes. This manual explains howto get the vehicle out of deep snow without damaging it. See you pull a trailer. For example, if the trailer is too heavy, the brakes may not work weil-or even at all. You and your passengers could be - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 174
the dragof the added weight. The engine is required to operateat relatively higher speeds and under greater loads, generating extra heat. What's more, the trailer adds considerably to wind resistance, increasing the pulling requirements. All of that means changes in: Handling Durability Fuel economy - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 175
whereyou live but also where you'll be driving. A good source for this information can be state or provincial police. Consider starts at full throttle. This helps your engine and other parts of your vehicle wear in at the heavier loads. Three important considerations have to do with weight: Weight - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 176
information or advice, or you can write usat: Oldsmobile Customer Assistance Center P.O. Box 30095 Lansing, MI 48909 In Canada, write to: General Motors of Canada Limited Customer Assistance Center 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa, Ontario, L1H 8P7 Weight of the Trailer Tongue The tongue load(A) of - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 177
Carbon Monoxide in Exhaust. ) Dirt and water can, too. The bumpers on your vehicle are not intended for hitches. Do not attach rental hitches or other bumper-type hitches to them. Does your trailer have its own brakes? Be sure to read and follow the so instructions for the trailer brakes you'll be - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 178
and braking with the added weight of the trailer. And always keep in mind thatthe vehicle you are driving is now a good deal longer and not nearly so responsive as your vehicle is by itself. Before you start, check the trailer hitch and platform, safety chains, electrical connector, lights, tires - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 179
wiring. The green arrows on your instrument panel will flash whenever you signal a turn or lane change. Properly hooked up, the trailer lights goes wrong, your rig could start to move. People can be brakes, but don't shift into P (Park) yet, or into gear for a manual transaxle. If you have a manual - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 180
automatic transaxle fluid (don't overfdl), engine oil, belts, cooling system, and brake adjustment. Eachof these is covered in this manual, and the Index will help you find them quickly. If you're trailering, it's a good idea to review these sections before you start your trip. Check periodically to - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 181
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Part 5 Problems on the Road Here you'll find whatto do about some problems that can occur on the road. Hazard Warning Flashers ...1 8 2 Jump Starting ...1 8 3 Towing Your Oldsmobile ...187 Engine Overheating ...191 If a Tire Goes Flat ...197 Changing a Flat Tire ...198 Compact Spare Tire..., ...204 - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 184
on the Road Hazard Warning Flashers Your hazard warning flashers let you warn others. They also let police know you have a problem. Your front and rear turn signal lights will flashon and off. Other Warning Devices If you carry reflective triangles, you can Move the switch to the right to make - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 185
pushing or pulling it could damage --yourvehicle, even ifyou have a if ..'.-manual transaxle. And you ha1 To Jump Start Your Oldsmobile: 1. Check the other vehicle. It must have a 12-volt battery with a negative ground system. NOTIC€ I - Batteries can hurt you. They \ can be dangerous because - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 186
connection you don't want. You wouldn't be able to start your Oldsmobile, and the bad grounding could damage the electrical systems. 4. Open the hoods and locate the 3. Turn off the ignition on both batteries. vehicles. Turn off all lights that aren't needed, and radios. This will avoid sparks - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 187
been blinded. Use a flashlight if you need more light. Be sure the battery-& enough water. You don't need t add water to the o Delco Freedom@ battery installed in every (-) will go to negative (-) or a metal engine part. Don't connect (+) to (-) or you'll get a short that would damage the - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 188
the dead battery, but not near engine parts that move. The electrical connection isjust as good there, but the chance of sparks getting back to the battery is much less. 10. Now start the vehicle with the good battery and run the engine for a while. 11. Try to start the vehicle with the dead battery - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 189
your vehicle has front-wheel drive. The make, model, and yearof your vehicle. Whether you can still move the shift lever. If there was an accident, what was damaged. When the towing service arrives, let the tow operator know that this manual contains detailed towing instructions and illustrations - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 190
damaged. If these limits must be Never use "J" hooks. Use exceeded, then the front wheels have to T-hooks instead. be supported on a dolly. J A ,L, lowing Your Oldsmobile (CONI) A A vehicle can fall from a car b carrier if it isn't properlv - xed. This can cause a collision, serious personal and - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 191
Towing from the FrontVehicle Hook-Up Before hooking up to a tow truck, be sure to read all the information in %wing Your Oldsmobile earlier in this section. ing over rough surfaces can a vehicle. To help avoid tall a towing dolly beneath the wheels that wouldotherwise be ground during thetow. - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 192
Problems on the Road I I A-' X508E Towing from the RearVehicle Hook-Up Before hooking up to a tow truck, be sure to read all the information in Towing Your Oldsmobile earlier in this section. Also be sure to use the proper hook-up for your particular vehicle. NOTICE When using wheel-lift - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 193
Gage. You will also find a low coolant level warning light on your Oldsmobile's instrument panel. F Steam is Coming from Your Engine: A Steam from an overheated engine can burnyou badly, even if you just open the hood. Stay away from the engine if you see or hear steam coming from it. Just - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 194
, the problem may not be too serious. Sometimes the engine can get engine under load TURN OFF THE ENGINE ANDGET r EVERYONE OUT OF THE VEHICLE (in a drive gear where the engine until it cools down. runs slower). You may decide not tolift the hood but If you no longer have the overheat to get service - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 195
it's safe to lift the a leak in the radiator hoses, heater hood, here's what you'll see: hoses, radiator, water pump or (A) Coolant surgetank with pressure cap somewhere else in the cooling system. (B) Electric engine f8n I I NOTICE can start up even when the ne is not running and can !jure you - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 196
m Engine Overheating(CONT) How to Add Coolant to the Coolant Surge Tank: If you haven't found a problem yet, buIt the coolant level isn't ator above FULL COLD, add a 50/50 mixture of clean water (preferably distilled) and a proper antifreeze at the coolant surgetank, but be sure the cooling system - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 197
burned if spill you coolant on hot engine parts. Coolant contains ethylene glycol and it will bum if the engine parts are hot enough. Don't spill coolant on a hot engine. - 1. You can remove the coolant surge tank pressure cap whenthe cooling system, including the coolant surge tank pressure cap - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 198
Problems on the Road Engine Overheating (CONT:) 2. Then keep turning the pressure cap, 3. Fill with coolant. If the cylinder is uncovered, the coolant in your system is low. 4. With the coolant surge tank pressure cap off, start the engine and let run it until you can feel the upper radiator hose - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 199
and what to do: way you want the vehicle to go. It may be very bumpy and noisy, but can you If a front tire fails, the flat tire will still steer. Gently brake to a stop, well create a drag that pulls the vehicle off the road if possible. toward that side. Take your foot off - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 200
i P (Park). n 3 Shift a mal m w x l e t 1 (First) or R (Reverse). . o 4. Turn o f the engine. f TObe even more certain the vehicle won't mow,you can put chocks at the front and rear of the tire m e s t away from the one being changed. That would be the tire on the other side of the vehicle, at the - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 201
retainer nut on the un compact spare tire housing counterclockwise to remove it, then lift the tire cover. You will find the jacking instructions label on the underside of the tire cover. 2. Remove the wing bolt securing the compact spare tire, spacer and wheel wrench by turning it counterclockwise - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 202
Problems on the Road Changing a Flat Tire (CONT.) 4. Remove the band around the jack. Turn the jack handle clockwise to raise the jack head a few inches. 5. Using the wheel wrench, remove the plastic cap nuts (if your vehicle has them) and loosen all the wheel nuts. Don't remove them - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 203
to falloff the jack. Be sure to fit thejack lift head into the proper location before raising your 7. Raise the vehicleby rotating the wheel wrench tire to fit. 8. Remove all of the wheel nuts, and carefully pry the wheel cover from the wheel, if your flat tire has one. Then take off the flat tire - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 204
Problems on the Road L Changing a Flat Tire (CONT:) JllL Rust or dirt on the wheel, or on the parts do this; but be sure to use a scraper wire brush or later, if you need to, to get the wheel bolts, mounting surfacesor spare wheel. 10 , Place the spare on the wheel mounting surface. 11. Replace - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 205
wrenchto 100 pound-feet (140 Nom). Don't try to put a wheel cover on your compact spare tire. It won't fit. Store the wheel cover and plastic cap nuts in the trunk until you have the flat tire repaired or replaced. 3 - I' Wheel covers won't III on yo& compact spare. UYOU try tb put wheel - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 206
Problems on the Road Changing a Flat Tire(CONX:) wrnpacr spare I Ire .~ n . n -a . . 14. Store the flat tire in the compact Although the compact spare was fully Don'ttakeyourcompactspare : ~. spare tire the with the wing bolt and extension. with guide rails. The compact Store the jack and wheel - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 207
stuck, but you must use caution. Storing a jack, a tire, or other equipment in the passenger compartment of the vehicle could tires spin at - b high speed, they can explode and you or others could be injured. And, the transaxle or other parts of the vehicle can overheat. That could cause an engine - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 208
the area around your front wheels. Then shift back and forth between R (Reverse) and a forward gear, or with a manual transaxle, between 1 or 2 gear and R (Reverse), spinning the wheels as little as possible. Release the accelerator pedal while you shift, and press lightly on the accelerator pedal - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 209
Notes 207 - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 210
Notes 208 - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 211
Breakers Service ...210 Fuel ...2 . 216 HoodRelease ...Engine Oil Brakes ...236 Battery ...238 Bulb ...Replacement...239 ...Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement ...241 Loading Your ...Tires ...243 250 Appearancecare ...Vehicle Identification Number WIN) ...259 Add-on Electrical Equipment ...260 Fuses - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 212
get genuine GM parts and GM-trained and supported service people. We hope you'll want to keep yourGM vehicle all GM. Genuine GM parts have one of these marks. Doing Wur Own Serwice Work If you wantto do some of your own service work, you'll want to getthe proper Oldsmobile service manual. It tells - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 213
6 Fuel If you try to do your own service work without knowing enough about it, your vehicle couldbe damaged. 2.3L Quad OHC and Quad 4 Engines (Codes 3 and D) and 3300 V6 Engine (Code N) : The 8th digit of your Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) shows the code letter for your engine.You will find - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 214
Sewice & Appearance Care Fuel (CONT.) 2 3 High Output Quad 4 Engine .L In the U.S. and Canada, it's easy to be (Code A): The 8th digit of your Vehicle sure you get the right kindof gasoline Identification Number (VIN) shows the (unleaded). You'll see "UNLEADED'' right on the pump. Andonly unleaded - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 215
and fuel system. That helps keep your engine in tune and your emission control system working properly. It's good for your vehicle, and you'll be doing your part for cleaner air. Many gasolines are now blended with materials called oxygenates. General Motors recommends that you use gasolines with - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 216
Canada L m t d iie International Export Sales P.O. Box 828 Oshawa, Ontario, LlH 7N1, Canada If parts of the country that have high fouled, the exhaust system can corrode, ozone levels. and your engineoil can deteriorate You should ask your service station quickly. Your vehicle's oxygen sensor - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 217
sure thefuel door is closed and latched after refueling. To open the fueldoor (on the right rear quarter panel), pullthe fuel access he1 door. IAU I H V I W If you get gasoline on you and :n something ignites it, you luld be badly burned. Gasoline can spray out on you if you opt the fuel filler - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 218
Service & Appearance Care f you need a new cap, be sure to get the right type. Your dealer ca~ get one foryou. If you get t wrong type, it may not fit or have proper venting, and your he1 I k and emissions system might be damaged. Checking Things Under the Hood Hood Release To open the hood, - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 219
release down to lift the hood. I I I An electric E under the hood m can start up and injure you even when the engineis not running. Keep hands, clothing and tools away from any underhood electric fan. A Things that bum can get on hot engine parts and start a fire. These include liquids like - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 220
Service di Appewance Care 2.3L Quad Otic and Quad4 Engines (CODES 3 A AND D) , When you open the hood, you'll see: 1 . Automatic Transaxle Dipstick (if equipped) 2. Brake Fluid Reservoir 3.Air Cleaner 4. Hydraulic Clutch Fluid Reservoir (if equipped) 5. Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir 6. Battery - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 221
(CODE N) When you open the hood, you'll see: 1. Power Steering Fluid Reservoir 2. Automatic Transaxle Fluid Dipstick (if equipped) 3. Brake Fluid Reservoir 4. Air Cleaner 5. Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir 6. Battery 7 . Engine Oil Fill Cap 8. Engine Oil Dipstick 9. Engine Coolant Surge Tank N6107 - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 222
Service di Appearance Care 4 Underhood Light(omoNc) Your parking lights or headlights must be on for the underhood light to function when you open the hood. Engine Oil It's a good idea to check your engine oil every time you get fuel. In order to get an accurate reading, the must be oil on warm - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 223
: If the oil is at or below the ADD line, then you'll need to add some oil. But you must use the right kind. This section explains what kind of oil to use. For crankcase capacity, see the Index under Capacities & Specljications. 2.3L Quad OHC and Quad Adding 4: Engine Oil 3300 V6: Adding - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 224
Service & Appearance Care g& z g s >g & && @$ g&commended SAE Viscosity Grade Engine Oils . . For best fuel economy and cold starting, select AT TEMPERATURES ABOVE 40 DEGREES F (4 DEGREES C). SAE 5W-30 (2.3L Quad OHC and Quad 4 Engines) As shown in the viscosity chart,SAE 5W-30 is best for your - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 225
I RecommendedSAE Viscosity Grade EngineOils :$For best fuel economy and cold startin :;$elect the lowest SAE viscosity 9rad.e bII ' : for the expected~tegnDera!ure range.~ ~. ~ .~ . . HOT K-'THER SAE low-30 (3300 V6 Engine) As shown in the viscosity chart, SAE 1OW-30 is best for your vehicle. - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 226
engine is at low speed most of the time (as in door-to-door Light.) If none of them is true, change theoil every 7,500 miles (12500 km) or 12 months-whichever comes first. Change the filter at the first oil change and at every other oil change afterthat. Engine Block Heater An engine block heater - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 227
when to replace the air filter. See the Index under Scheduled Maintenunce Services. Usedengineoilcontains thingsthathavecausedskin cancer in laboratory animals.Don't let used oil stay on your skin for very long. Clean your skin and nails with soap and water, or a good hand cleaner. Wash or properly - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 228
Service & Appearance Care 2.3L Quad OHC and Quad 4: Air Filter Replacement 1. Unsnap the clipon the housing cover and pull the cover back. :ngine,~which will damage it. Always have the air cleaner in place when you're driving. 2. Remove the air cleaner filter. 3.Be sure to install the air cleaner - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 229
filter. 3 Be sure to i s a l the air cleaner fiiter . ntl and replace the cover tightly. A good time to check your automatic transaxle fluid levelis when the engine a done at an Oldsmobile dealership Service Department. If you do it yourself, be sure to follow all the instructions here,or you could - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 230
Service & Appearance Care Automatic Transaxle Fluid(CONE) Wait at least 30 minutes before checking Check the Fluid Level: To Then, Without Shutting Off the the transaxle fluid level you have been Park your vehicle on a level place. if Engine, Follow These Steps: driving: 1. Pull out the dipstick - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 231
engine oilis changed. However, the fluid in your manual transaxle doesn't require changing. How to Check: Because this operation can be a little difficult, you may choose to have this done at an Oldsmobile dealership Service Department. If you do it yourself, be sure to follow all the instructions - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 232
Sewice & Appearance Care Check the fluid level only when your engine is off, the vehicle is parked on a level place andthe transaxle is cool enough for you to rest your tkgers on the transaxle case. 3 Check both sides of the dipstickand . read the lower level.The fluid level must - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 233
Fluids & Lubricants. How to Check: The proper fluid shouldbe added if the level is at or below the STEP mark on the reservoir. See the instructions the on reservoir cap. - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 234
Service & Appearance Care Engine Coolant What to Use: The following explains your cooling system and how to addcoolant when it Use a mixture of one-half clean water is low. If you have a problem with (preferably distilled) and one-half engine overheating, see the Index under antifreeze that meets " - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 235
could overheat and be badly damaged. The repai cost wouldn't be cowred by your w r a t .Too much water in the arny mix can freeze and crackthe engine, radiator, heater core and To Check Coolant: When your engine iscold, the coolant level should be at FULL COLD, or a little higher. To Add Coolant: If - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 236
a thermostat in the engine coolant system. The thermostat stops theflow of coolant through the radiator until the coolant reaches a preset temperature. When you replace your thermostat, an AC@thermostat is recommended. 1 You can be burned if you spill 1coolant an hot engine parts. Coolant contains - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 237
and completely tighten it. Then remove the cap again and look at the fluid level on the dipstick. When the engine compartment is hot, the level shouldbe at the H (Hot) mark. When the engine compartment iscool, the level should be atthe C (Cold) mark. What to Add: Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 238
concentrated washer fluid, follow the manufacturer's w instructions for adding water. 3 7% Don't mix water with ready-touse washer fluid. Water can cause the solution to freeze and damage your washer fluid a k tn and other parts the washer of system. Also, water doesn't clean as well as washer fluid - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 239
is done on the brake hydraulic system. When your brakefluid falls to a low level, your brake warning light will come on. See the I d e x under Brake System Warning Light. What to Add: When you do need brake fluid, use only DOT-3 brake fluid-such as Delco Supreme ll@(GM Part No. 1052535). Use new - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 240
new genuine GM replacement parts. If you For jump starting instructions, see the don't, your brakes may no longer work Index under Jump Starting. properly. For example, if someone puts in brake linings that are wrong for your vehicle, the balance between your front and rear brakes can change, for - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 241
Headlight Bulb Replacement Halogen bulbs have pressurized gas inside and can burst if you drop or scratch the bulb. You or others could be injured. Take - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 242
Service & Appearance Care Headlight Bulb Replacement (COM) Taillight Bulb Replacement For the type of bulb, see theIndex under Replacement Bulbs. 1. Pull back the trunk trim. 2. Carefully push one endof the plastic taillight brace in while pulling the brace toward the front the vehicle. of 3. - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 243
lights, don't change your fog light bulbs unlessyou have the Replacement blades come in different proper aiming equipment. See your types and are removed in different ways. Oldsmobile much weight it may properly carry. The Tire-Loading Information label found on the rear edge the driver's door tells - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 244
capacityof your vehicle, called the GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating). The GVWR includes the weight of the vehicle,al occupants, fuel l and cargo. Never exceed the GVWR fo; your vehicle, or the Gross AxleWeight Rating (GAWR) for eitherthe front or rear axle. And, if you do have a heavy load, you - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 245
Try to spread the weight evenly. * Neverstackheavier things Tires We don't make tires. Your new vehicle comes with high quality tires madeby a leading tire manufacturer. These tires are warranted by the tire manufacturers and their warranties are delivered with every new Oldsmobile.If your spare tire - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 246
than a mile. underinflation or overinflation is all right. It's not. If your tires dor't have enough air (underinflation). you can get: Too much flexing Too much heat Tire overloading Bad wear Bad handling Bad fuel economy. If yourtires have too much air (overinflation), you can get: Unusual wear - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 247
be . @re to use a 'scraperor wire b a s h er, if'yoi need tire's rubber. The tread or sidewall is cracked, cut or snagged deep enough to show cord or fabric. The tire has a bump, bulgeor split. The tire has a puncture,cut, or other damage that can't be repaired well because of the size or location - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 248
Spec) number on each tire's sidewall. When you get new tires, get ones with that same TPC Spec number. That way? your vehicle will continue to have that tires as your original tires. rn Uniform Tiire Quality Grading r A 246 - The following information relates the to system developedby the U i - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 249
tire is based on braking (straight- reduce tire life, and excessive temperature can lead to sudden tire ahead) traction tests and does not failure. The grade C corresponds to a include cornering (turning) traction. level of performance whichal l passenger car tires must meet under the Federal Motor - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 250
repaired). See your and possibletire Mure. your wheels aligned again. However, if Oldsmobile dealerif any of these Those gradesare molded on the you notice unusualtire wear or your conditions exist. sidewalls of passenger car tires tires meet General l offset, and be mounted the sameway as Motors - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 251
, and wheel nuts for replacement. The wrong wheel can also cause problems with bearing life,brake-^cooling, speedometerlodometer calibration, headlight a , bumper m i height, vehicle ground clearance, and tire ortire chain clearanceto the body and chassis. -. ~. ~ . . - I Used Replacement Wheels - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 252
only SAE Class "S" type chains that are the proper size for your tires. Install them on the front tires and tighten themas tightly as possible with the ends securely fastened. Drive slowly and follow the chain manufacturer's instructions. If you can hear the chains contacting your vehicle, stop and - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 253
. Wipe vinyl with a clean, damp cloth. Your Oldsmobile dealer has two GM cleaners-a solvent-type spot lifter and a foam-type powdered cleaner. They will clean normal spots and stains very well. Here are some cleaning tips: Always read the instructions on the cleaner label. Clean up stains as soon - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 254
will clean off better with just water and mild soap. If you need to use it, then: Gently scrape excesssoil from the trim material with a clean, knife dull or scraper. Use verylittle cleaner, light pressure and clean cloths (preferably cheesecloth). Cleaning should start at the outsideof the stain - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 255
ml) of lukewarm water. instructions earlier in this section. solvent-type vinyl/leather cleaner. Finally, if needed, clean lightly with Shoe polish, scrape off excess stain, then Non-Greasy Stains: Like catsup, coffee clean with cool water allow to and (black), egg, fruit, fruit juice, milk, soft dry - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 256
Service & Appearance Care Cleaning the Top of the Instrument Panel Use only mild soap and water to clean the top surfacesof the instrument panel. Sprays containing siliconesor waxes may cause annoying reflectionsin the windshield and even make it difficult to see through the windshield under - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 257
the Outside bur of Oldsmobile If the windshield is not Powder@(GM Part No. 1 5 0 l .The windshield is clean if beadsdo not form when you rinse it with water. Clean the use strong soaps or chemical detergents. Use liquidhand, dish or car washing (non-detergent) soaps. Don't use cleaning agents that - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 258
Service & Appearance Care Textured-Surface Bumper Covers Finish Careof Textured-Surface Cleaning with a brush, a soft terry cloth Bumper Covers or commercial car wash is recommended for normal dirt. Never use a wire brush or abrasives. Avoid applying wax or polish to the textured bumper covers. To - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 259
. White Sidewall Tires Your Oldsmobile dealer hasa GM White Sidewall Tire Cleaner. You can use a stiff brush with it. Sheet Metal Damage If your vehicle is damaged and requires sheet metal repair or replacement, make sure the body repair shop applies anticorrosion material to the parts repaired or - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 260
fuel on the underbody parts such as lines, frame, floor pan, and exhaust system even though they have corrosion protection. At least every spring, flush these materials from the underbody with plain water no defect in the paint job causes this, Oldsmobile will repair, at no charge to the owner, the - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 261
outside your vehicle. The VIN also appears onthe Vehicle Certification and Service Parts labels and the certificates of title and registration. Engine ldentification Service Pads ldentification Label You'll find this label on your spare tire The 8th character in your VIN is the cover. It's very - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 262
Service & Appearance Care [ 260 AddmOn Electrical Equbment Don't add anything electrical to your Oldsmobile unlessyou check with by electrical problems. When finished, replace the cover and The main fuse panel is located to the left pinch the release levers again to unlock the panel. Press it - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 263
, Electronic PRNDL (automatic transaxle) 0 20 Fuel Pump, Fuel Injectors 20 Turn/Hazard/Stop Lights, Anti-Lock Brakes (ABS), BrakeTransaxle Shift Interlock (BTSI) 15 Power Door Locks, Power Mirrors, Cigar Lighter 5 Remote Keyless Entry 5 Instrument Panel Lights 10 Rear Window Defogger Relay, Chime - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 264
Service & Appearance Care Headlight Wiring The headlight wiring is protectedby a circuit breaker in the fuse block. An electrical overload will cause the lights to go on and off or, in some cases, to remain off. If this happens, have your headlight system checked right away. Power Windows and - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 265
replacing torque converter, more fluid may be needed. Manual Transaxle, 5-Speed Complete Drain and Refill T5550 ...2.0 2.1quarts 2.0quarts Isuzu ...Cooling System 10.4 quarts 2.3L Quad OHC and Quad 4 ...3300V6 ...10.8quarts 3.8 L 3.8 L 5.5 L L 1.9 L 9.8 L 10.2 L NOTE: All capacities are - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 266
. F'uelmnk ...Power Steering PumpOnly ...Complete System ...Tire Pressures, Sizes...WheelNutTorque ...See refrigerant charge label under hood. I 264 15.2 gallons 57.5 L 1.OO pint 0.50 L 2.25 pints 1.25 L See Tire-Loading Information labelon driver's door. 100 pound-feet (140 Nom) NOTE - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 267
Fluid Synchromesh Transmission Fluid ...GM Hydraulic Fluid ...Engine Oil ...GM Engine Oil Supplement ...(E.O.S.) Grease ...Ball joints, etc... Brake System and Clutch Master Cylinder ...1052535 16 oz. (0.5L) Automatic Transaxle ...12345880 16 oz. (0.5 L) 12345881 32 oz. (1.0 L) Manual Transaxle - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 268
Service & Appearance Care Replacement Bulbs OUTSIDE LIGHTS Back-up Lights...Front parking/Turn Signal Lights ...License Plate Light ...Center High-MountedStoplight...Halogen Headlights LowBern ...HighB...Side Marker Lights Front...Rear ...Stop/T'/Turn Signal Lights ...TrunkLight ...Underhood Light - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 269
BULB Ashtray ...194 Front Reading Light...168 Rear Reading Light ...168 Underdash Light ...194 Heater & A/C Control ...161 High-Beam Indicator ...- ...161 Indicator Lights Charge, O l Fasten Safety Belts, ABS, Upshift, Low Coolant. . 74 i, Brake, Malfunction Indicator Lamp, Check Gages, Turn Signals - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 270
Service di Appearance Care Engine Specifications Quad 2.3L SOHC Quad 4 2.3L DOHC Quad 4 2.3L High output 3300 V6 A N D VIN Engine Code ...3 L4 LA V6 Type ...L4 Displacement ...2.3 Liters 3.3 Liters 2.3 Liters 2.3 Liters Compression Ratio ...9.5:1 9.5:l 1O.O:l 9.0:1 Firing Order ...1-3-4-2 1-3-4-2 - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 271
Replacement Patts Air Cleaner Element 2.3L Quad OHC and Quad 4 ...3300V6 ...Engine Oil Filter 2.3L Quad OHC and Quad4 ...3300V6 ...PCV Valve 3300V6 ...Spark Plugs 2.3L Quad OHC and Quad 4 ...AC Type A-1172C AC Type that may help prevent damage to your aluminum block engine and spark plug wiring. 269 - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 272
Notes - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 273
Plan supplements your new vehicle warranties See your Oldsmobile dealer for details . . Introduction A Word About Maintenance ...272 Your Vehicle and the Environment...272 How This Part is Organized ...273 A Scheduled Maintenance Services Using Your Maintenance Schedules...274 Selecting the Right - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 274
Improper fluid levels even the wrong or errands or in many other ways. tire inflation can increase level of emissions from your the vehicle. To help part. So please readthis part and note how you drive. [f you have any questions onhow to keep your vehiclein good condition, see your Oldsmobile - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 275
whenever you stop for fuel. It also explains what you can easily do to help keep your vehicle in good condition. Section C: Periodic Maintenance Inspections explains important inspections that your Oldsmobile dealer's service department or another qualified service center should perform. Section - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 276
should schedule them.Your to follow: Oldsmobile dealer knows your vehicle best and wants to you be happy with it. If you go to your dealer for your service needs, you'll know that GM-trained and supported service people will perform the work using genuine parts. GM These schedules are for vehicles - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 277
are less than 4 miles (6 km). Most trips are less than1 miles (16 km) when outside 0 temperatures are below freezing. The engine is at speed most of the time (as in door-tolow door delivery, or in stop-and-go traffic). You operate your vehicle in dusty areas. You tow a trailer. (With some models - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 278
25 OOO km) or as necessary. 2 3 4 Throttle Body Mounting Bolt Torque (3300 V6 Code N engine only)* Tire and Wheel Rotation & Inspection ~~~~~~ ~ ~ EngineAccessoryDrive Belt Inspection* CoolingService* Miles System Every 30,000 Transaxle Service 8 1 Every30,000Miles (50 000 km) or 24 Months. (50 - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 279
The services shown in this schedule up 48,000 miles (80 000km)are to be to performed after 48,OOO miles at the same intervals. MILES (000) 3 1 6 1 9 I 1 2 I 1 5 118121124127 130 1 3 3 1 3 61 3 9 142 1 4 5 148 - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 280
occurs~rst). No' Services following Schedules I and I. I I 2 I Chassis Lubrication Tire and Wheel Rotation & Motors, however,uqes that allrecommended maintenance services be performedthe at ideated intends and the maintenance be recorded in Section E: Maintenance Record. I 6 I Cooling - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 281
The services showni this scheduleup to 45,000 miles (75 000 km) are to be n performed after 45,000 miles at the same intervals. MILES (000) 22.5 7.5 12.5 I 15 25 30 37.5 45 KILOMETERS (000) I 37.5 1 50 1 62.5 1 75 0 I 0 1 1 1 1 - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 282
fuelfiller door and striker plunger. 3 Throttle Body Mounting Bolt Torque (3300 V6 Code N engine only)*-Check the torqueof the mounting bolts and/or nuts. Tire and Wheel Rotationand Inspection-For 4 proper wear and maximum life, rotate your tire tires following the instructions in this manual. See - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 283
To help ensure properoperation, we recommend a pressure test of both the cooling system andthe surge tank pressure cap. Transaxle Service-For a manual transaxle, fluid doesn't require changing. For an automatic transaxle, change both the fluid and filter every 15,000 miles (25 000 km) if the vehicle - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 284
conditions. Fuel Tank, Cap and Lines Inspection*.CrInspect fuel t n , cap and lines (including fuelrails ak and injection assembly) for damageor leaks. Inspect fuel cap gasket for even filler neck an imprint or any damage. Replace partsas needed. Periodic replacement of the fuel filter is not - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 285
further details. I At Least Oncea Month I CHECK OR SERVICE I WHAT TO DO TireInflation Check tire inflation:Make sure they are inflated the to pressures specified the on Tire-Loading Information label located on the edge of the driver's door. the Zndex under fires for rear See further details - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 286
all hingesandlatches,includingthosefor the hood, trunk, glove box door, console door, and folding seat hardware. SectionD tells you any what to use. Starter Switch 1. Before you start, be sureyou have enough room around the vehicle. 2. Firmly apply both the parking brake the Index under Parking - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 287
key to the Run position, but don't start the engine. Without applying the regular brake, try to move the shift lever out P (Park) with normal effort.If of the shift levermoves out of P (Park), your vehicle's BTSI needs service. While parked and with the parking brake try to turn the key to Lock in - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 288
Once a Year (CONT.! CHECK OR SERVICE WHAT TO DO Parking Brake and Automatic Transaxle P (Park) Mechanism Check ~ - When you are doing this check, your vehicle could begin tu m e . YOUor others could be injured and pmperty cwld be damaged. Make SUE there i m m i front of your vehicle s n i case - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 289
cause a heat build-upthe floor pan or could let exhaust fumes in into the vehicle.See the Index under Engine fihuust. Inspect the throttle linkage for interference binding, and for damaged missing parts. or or Replace parts as needed. leaks, Inspect the complete system. Inspect brake lines and hoses - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 290
Clutch System Parking Brake Guides Chassis lubricant meeting requirements NLGI Grade 2, Category LB or GC-LB of (GM Part No. 12346003 or 1052497 or equivalent). Power Steering System GM Hydraulic Power Steering Fluid (GM Part No. 1052884) or equivalent. Manual Transaxle Synchromesh Transmission - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 291
Shift Linkage Clutch Linkage Pivot Points Chassis Lubrication, Fuel Filler Door, Striker Plunger Windshield Washer Solvent Hood Latch Assembly Engine oil. Engine oil. Chassis lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI Grade 2, Category LB or GC-LB (GM Part No. 12346003 or 1052497 or equivalent). Washer - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 292
are performed, record the date, odometer reading and who performed service in the the columns indicated. When completing the Maintenance Performed column, insert owner information portfolio is a convenient place to store them. DATE I ODOMETER READING I SERVICED BY I MAINTENANCE PERFORMED 290 - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 293
DATE ODOMETER I SERVICED BY READING 1 MAINTENANCE PERFORMED I - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 294
Maintenance Schedule Section E: Maintenance Record(Cont.) I DATE I ODOMETER READING I SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED I I I 292 - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 295
Program ...296 Reporting Safety Defects ...298 .. Oldsmobile Roadside Assistance Program ...299 Service Publications ...300 Here you will find out how to contact Oldsmobile if you need assistance This part alsotells you how to obtain service publications and howto report any safety defects - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 296
reviewed with the Sales, number Service or Parts panel and visible member of Dealership Management, it through the windshield.) appears your problem cannot be Dealership name and location resolved by the dealership without Vehicle delivery date and present further help, contact the Oldsmobile - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 297
wish to write Oldsmobile,write to: United States Customer Assistance Representative Oldsmobile Central Office 920 Townsend St. P 0. Box 30095 . also be found in the warranty booklet. When contacting Oldsmobile, please remember that your problem will likely be resolved in the dealership, using the - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 298
not been substantially satisfied, Oldsmobile 1-800-955-5100. For LINE. This program is 4200 Wilson Boulevard administered by the Councilof Better Suite 800 Business Bureaus through local Better Arlington, VA 22203 Business Bureaus. The program can resolve individual disputes involving vehicle repairs - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 299
do not require thatyou first file a claim with BBB AUTO LINE** unless state law provides otherwise. Whatever your preference may be, remember thatif Oldsmobile Customer Assistance Network. availablein all states, depending on state law. Canadian owners refer to yourwarranty booklet. General Motors - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 300
us. Please call us at 1-800-442-6537, or write: Oldsmobile Customer Assistance Network P.O. Box 30095 Lansing, Michigan 48909 In Canada, please callus at 1-800-263-3777 (English) or 1-800-263-7854 (French). Or, write: General Motors of Canada Limited Customer Assistance Center 1908 Colonel Sam Drive - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 301
Advisors, on-call to render concurrent with the Bumper-to-Bumper assistance to Oldsmobile drivers, can Plus warranty period. dispatch roadside assistance and towing Oldsmobile reserves the right to limit service, locate the nearest Oldsmobile services or reimbursement to an owner dealership, take - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 302
for cars and light trucks with GVWR less than l , O pounds (4 536 kg). 0O O In Canada, information pertaining to Product Service Bulletins and Indexes can be obtained by writing to: General Motorsof Canada Limited Service Publications Department 1908 Colonel Sam Dr. Oshawa, Ontario L1H 8W Oldsmobile - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 303
what you'll find the index and in by Oldsmobile during the model year? how you can get one: You can purchase a subscription by sena checkor money order to Lansing Lithographers, P.O. Box 23188, Lansing, Michigan 48909, along with the order form located in the following text. You may get additional - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 304
mailing Service Publications, Service Manuals address. The number to call is and Owner Publications. 1-800-551-4123. If the order form is missing, you can Copies at Participating Dealers write: Copies of indexes and individual PSP's Lansing Lithographers are at your participating Oldsmobile P.O. Box - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 305
Oldsmobile Division service publications are intendeduse for by professional, Individual Product Service qualified technicians. -Attempting repairs or service $4.00 $4.00 Product Service Publications Indexes (Mailed at no charge) MODEL YEAR QUANTITY 1993 Model Year 1992 Model Year 1991 Model - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 306
Publication Order Fm o Subscription Service Model 1993 Model 1992 Year with Binder Year with Binder $100.00 Binder 1989 Model Year with Binder Subtotal Subscription Service Subtotal Service Publications(From Front) Lansing Lithographers I? 0. Box 23188 Lansing, Michigan 48909 Allow about 4 weeks - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 307
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306 - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 309
Fuel Economy Record DATE ODOMETER READING OF GALLONS/LITERS AVERAGE TOTAL NUMBER ECONOMY COST - 307 - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 310
Fuel Economy Record DATE ODOMETER REA DING NUMBER OF GALLONS/LITERS TOTAL COST AVERAGE ECONOMY - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 311
Fluid ...227 Shifting ...66 Starting Your Engine ...62 Battery Rundown Protection ...90 Battery Warning Light ...107 Blizzard. Caught I a ...169 n Block Heater. Engine...65 "Blowout," Tire ...197 Brakes ...142 Adjustment ...147 Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) . .143 Brake Pedal Travel ...146 Fluid - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 312
l Light ...lo6 i" Foreign Material...,257 Checking Glass ...254 Brake Huid...236 Inside of Your Oldsmobile ...251 Engine Coolant...233 Engine Oil Level ...-220 l 310 Outside of Your Oldsmobile ...255 Safety Belts...-254 Sheet Metal Damage ...257 Special Problems ...253 Textured-Sdce Bumper Covers - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 313
Road ...181 Emergencies. Steering in ...149 Emergency Starting ...183 Emergency Towing ...187 Engine Block Heater ...65 Engine Coolant ...193. 232 Engine Coolant Temperature Gage ...105 Engine Exhaust ...77 Engine Identification ...62. 259 Engine Oil ...220 Additives ...224 Checking & Adding ...220 - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 314
222 Pressure Gage ...105 Warning Light ...106 When to Change...224 Engine Overheating ...191 Engine Specifications ...268 . Engine, Starting ...62 Automatic Transaxle ...62 Manual Transaxle...62 2.3L (Quad 4) Engine ...63 3300 V6 Engine ...64 Ethanol in Gasoline ...213 Exhaust Dangerous Gas in ...77 - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 315
Idling Your Engine ...75 Instrument Panel Ignition Key ...50 Intensity Control ...88 "On" Reminder ...87 Key Release Button...61 Replacement Bulb ...266 Positions ...60 Wiring ...262 Illuminated Entry/Exit System ...52 Head Restraints ...15 Indicator Lights (see Warning Lights) Heater (see Comfort - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 316
...272 Maintenance Services, Scheduled...274 Malfunction Indicator Lamp ...110 Manual Front Seat ...12 Manual 4-Way Adjustable Seat ...13 Manual Transaxle Adding Fluid ...231. 263. 265 Checking Fluid ...229 Parking ...76 Shifting ...70 Starting Your Engine ...62 Up Shift Indicator Light ...71. 109 - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 317
20, 24, ,43, 45 Readmg Lights ...89. 267 Traffic Lights ...136 Rear Safety Belts ...27 Rear Door Security ...55 Traffic Officer...-137 44 Replacement ...Rear Drum Brakes ...146 Your Own Signals ...137 Right Front, Adult Passenger ...26 Rear Safety BeltComfort Guides ...30 Smaller Children and Babies - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 318
...13 Manual Front Seat ...12 Manual Lumbar Support ...l 3 Manual Reclining Seatback ...14 Power Seat, Controls ...l3 Reclining Seatback ...14 Seatback Latches ...15 Seat, Split Fold-Down Rear ...16 Service ...210 Service Engine Soon Light ...ll0 . Service Manuals Order Form ...305 Service Parts - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 319
Towing Your Oldsmobile ...187 Traffic Lights ...136 Trailer Towing ...171 Driving with a Trailer...176 Maintenance ...178 Parking on Hills ...177 Safety Chains ...175 Trailer Brakes ...175 Transaxle, Automatic (see Automatic Transaxle) Transaxle, Manual (see Manual Transaxle) Transmission, Automatic - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 320
...248 warning Flashers. Hazard ...182 Windows Defogging ...117 Warning Lights ...103. 182 Power ...79 ABS (Anti-Lock Brake) ...109 Standard ...79 Battery ...107 Brake System ...log. 109 Windshield Washer ...92. 235 Charging System ...107 windshield Wiper Blade Replacement ...241 Check Gages ...110 - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 321
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Page 232 Transaxle Fluid Automatic: See Page 227 Manual: See Page 229 Gold Tire Pressure See Tire-Loading Information label on the rear edge of the driver's door. Fuel Capacity 15.2 U.S. Gal. (57.5 L) Use unleaded gas only, 87 octane or higher. For Quad 4 HO, use 91 octane or higher. See Page 211 - 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva | Owner's Manual - Page 323
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