1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette Owner's Manual - Page 62

Features & Controls Liitgate Ajar Warning light (CONT.) New Vehicle "Break-In" A It can be dangerous todr' b with the liftgate open. C a m lllvnoxide (CO) gas can come in1 your vehicle. You can't see or smell CO. It can cause unconsciousness and even death. If you must drive with t k lifti open: Make sure all window Turn the fan on your heatinl cooling system to its high--* speed with the setting on LEV (Bi-Level) or UPPER That will force outsideair ir your vehicle. See the Index under I Comfort Controls. If you have air vents on or under the instrument panel, openthe1 I all the way. I four modern Olasmobile doesnt need an elaborate "break-in." But it will perform better in the long run if you follow these guidelines: Don't drive at any one speedfast or slow-for the first 500 miles (804km). Don't make fullthrottle starts. Avoid making hard stops for the first 200 miles (322 km) or so. During this time your new brake linings aren't yet broken Hard in. stops with new linings can mean premature wear and earlier lgnition Switch I I With the ignition in the ignition switch, key you can turn the switch to five positions: Accessory: An "on" position in which you can operate your electrical power accessories. Press in the ignition switch as you turn the top of it toward you. Lock: The only position in which you can remove the key. This locks your steering wheel, ignition and transaxle. Off: Unlocks the steering wheel, ignition, and transaxle, but does not send electrical power to any accessories. Use this positionif your vehicle mustbe pushed or towed, but nevertry to pushstart your vehicle. A warning chime will sound if you open the driver'sdoor when the ignition is off and thekey is in the ignition. 60