User manual OLDSMOBILE EIGHTY EIGHT 1995

[. . . ] W I W I The 1995 OldsrnobileEightyEightOwner'sManual . , , , , , -. . , Seats and Restraint Systems 1-1 This section tells you how to use your seats and safety belts properly. "SRS" FeaturesandControls 2-1 This section explains how to start and operate your Oldsmobile. Comfort Controls and Audio Systems 3-1 This section tells you how to adjust the ventilation and comfort controls and how to operate your audio system. Your Driving and the Road 4-1 Here you'll find information and tips about the road and how to drive under different conditions. [. . . ] IF TIRES ARE HOT, ADD 4PS1/28KPa SEE OWNER'S MANUAL FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Two labels on your vehicle show how much weight it may properly carry. The Tire Loading Information label found on the rearedge of the driver's door tells you the proper size, speed rating and recommended inflation pressures for the tires your vehicle. It also gives you on important information about the numberof people that can be in your vehicle and total weight that you the can carry. This weight is called the Vehicle Capacity Weight and includes the weight all occupants, cargo, and all of nonfactory-installed options. 4-28 MFD BY GENERAL MOTORS CORP DATE GVWR GAWR FRT GAWR RR And, if you do have a heavy load, you should spread it out. Don't carry more than176 pounds (80 kilograms) in your trunk. THIS VEHICLE CONFORMS TO ALL APPLICABLE U. S. FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY, BUMPER, AND THEFT PREVENTION STANDARDS IN EFFECT ON THE DATE OF MANUFACTURE SHOWN ABOVE. The other label isthe Certification label, found on the rear edge of the driver's door. It tells youthe gross weight capacityof your vehicle, called GVWR the (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating). The GVWR includes the weightof the vehicle, all occupants, fuel and cargo. Never exceed the GVWR for your vehicle, or the Gross Axle Weight rating (GAWR) either the front or for rear axle. I NOTICE: Your warranty doesnot cover parts or components that fail because of overloading If you put things inside your vehicle--like suitcases, tools, packages, or anything else--they will go as fast as 4-29 the vehicle goes. you haveto stop or turn quickly, or If if there is a crash, they'll keep going. Towing a Trailer NOTICE: Pulling a trailer improperly can damage your not vehicle and result in costly repairs covered by your warranty. To pull a trailer correctly, follow the advice in this part, and see your Oldsmobile retailer for important information about towing a trailer with your vehicle. 4-30 If You Do Decide To Pull A Trailer Your vehicle can tow a trailer it is equipped with if either the 3800 (L36) engine or the optional3800 If you do, here some important points. are Supercharged (L67) engine and proper trailer towing 0 There are many different laws, including speed limit equipment. To identify whatthe vehicle trailering restrictions, having to with trailering. Make sure do capacity is for your vehicle, you should read the your rig will legal, not only where you but be live information in "Weight the Trailer" that appears later of also where you'll be driving. trailering is different thanjust But information can be state or provincial police. Trailering means changes in handling, durability, and economy. Successful, fuel Consider using a sway control. safe trailering takes correct equipment, and has to be it You can ask a hitch retailer about sway controls. 0 Don't tow a trailer all during the first at 1000 miles That's the reason for this part. In are many it (1 600 km) your new vehicle driven. Your engine, is time-tested, important trailering tips and safety rules. Many of these are important for your safety and that of your passengers. So please read this section carefully 0 Then, during the first 500 miles (800 km) that you before you pull a trailer. tow a trailer, don't drive over mph (80 km/h) and 50 don't make starts at full throttle. helps your This Load-pulling components such as the engine, transaxle, engine and other parts your vehicle wear in at the of wheel assemblies, and tires forced to work harder are heavier loads. of The engine is required to operate at relatively higher speeds and under 0 Obey speed limit restrictions when towing a trailer. [. . . ] 2-28 Turn Signals When Towing a Trailer . . 4-36 2-36 TwilightSentinel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Light Sensor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . underbody Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-50 Vehicle Damage Warnings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . [. . . ]