User manual OLDSMOBILE EIGHTY EIGHT 1997

[. . . ] The 1997 Oldsrnobile Eighty Eight Owner's Manual 1-1 Seats and Restraint Systems This section tells you how to use your seats and safety belts properly. "SRS" Features and Controls This section explains how to start and operate your Oldsmobile. Comfort Controls and Audio Systems This section tells you how to adjust the ventilation and comfort controls and how to operate your audio system. Your Driving and the Road Here you'll find helpful information and tips about the road and how to drive under different conditions. [. . . ] The GVWR includes the weightof the vehicle, a l occupants, fuel and cargo. l GVWR for your vehicle, or the Never exceed the Gross Axle Weight rating (GAWR) for either the front or rear axle. And, if you do have heavy load, you should spread a it out. (80 kg) in 176 your trunk. NOTICE: Your warranty does not cover parts or components that fail because of overloading If you put things inside your vehicle like suitcases, -tools, packages, or anything -- they will go as fast else as the vehicle goes. you have to stop or turn quickly, If or if there isa crash, they'll keep going. 4-31 A CAUTION: Things you put inside your vehicle can strike and injurepeople in a sudden stop or turn, or in a crash. In a trunk, put them as forward asyou can. Never stack heavier things, like suitcases, inside the vehicle so that some of them are above the topsof the seats. Don't leave an unsecured child restraint in your vehicle. When you carry something inside the vehicle, secure itwhenever you can. Don't leave a seat folded down unless you need to. Electronic Level Control (If Equipped) This. feature keeps rear of your vehicle level as the the load changes. It is automatic -- you do not need to adjust anything. Towing a Trailer If you don't usethe correct equipment and drive properly, you can lose control when you pull a trailer. For example, if the traileris too heavy, the brakes may not workwell or even at all. You and your passengerscould be seriously injured. Pull a trailer only if you have followed all the steps in this section. Askyour Oldsmobile retailer for advice and information about towing a trailer with your vehicle. -- 4-32 NOTICE: Pulling a trailer improperly can damage your vehicle and resultn costly repairs not covered by i your warranty. To pull a trailer correctly, follow the advicei this part, and see your Oldsmobile n retailer for important information about towing a trailer with your vehicle. Your vehicle can tow trailer if it is equipped with the a proper trailer towing equipment. identify whatthe To vehicle trailering capacity for your vehicle, you is should readthe information in "Weight of the Trailer" that appears later this section. But trailering in is different than driving your vehicle itself. just by Trailering means changes handling, durability and in fuel economy. Successful, safe trailering takes correct equipment, andit has to be used properly. That's the reason for this part. Init are many 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 before you pull a trailer. Load-pulling components such as engine, transaxle, the wheel assemblies and tires are forced to work harder against the drag of the added weight. The engine is required to operate at relatively higher speeds and und greater loads, generating extra heat. What's more, the trailer adds considerably to wind resistance, increasing the pulling requirements. If You Do Decide Pull A Trailer To If you do, here are some important points: There are many different laws, including speed limit restrictions, havingto do with trailering. Make sure your rig will be legal, not only where you but live also where you'll driving. [. . . ] 2-60 8-8 Warranty Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-48 Washing Your Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Weatherstrips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-48 9-10 Wheel Alignment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-41 NutTorque . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . [. . . ]