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CAUTION:
Things
you
put
inside
your
vehicle
can
strike
and
injure
people
in
a
sudden
stop
or
turn,
or
in
a
crash.
•
Put
things
in
the
trunk
of
your
vehicle.
In
a
trunk,
put
them
as
far
forward
as
you
can.
Try
to
spread
the
weight
evenly.
•
Never
stack
heavier
things,
like
suitcases,
inside
the
vehicle
so
that
some
of
them
are
above
the
tops
of
the
seats.
•
Do
not
leave
an
unsecured
child
restraint
in
your
vehicle.
•
When
you
carry
something
inside
the
vehicle,
secure
it
whenever
you
can.
•
Do
not
leave
a
seat
folded
down
unless
you
need
to.
Towing
a
Trailer
{
CAUTION:
If
you
do
not
use
the
correct
equipment
and
drive
properly,
you
can
lose
control
when
you
pull
a
trailer.
For
example,
if
the
trailer
is
too
heavy,
the
brakes
may
not
work
well
—
or
even
at
all.
You
and
your
passengers
could
be
seriously
injured.
You
may
also
damage
your
vehicle;
the
resulting
repairs
would
not
be
covered
by
your
warranty.
Pull
a
trailer
only
if
you
have
followed
all
the
steps
in
this
section.
Ask
your
dealer
for
advice
and
information
about
towing
a
trailer
with
your
vehicle.
Your
vehicle
can
tow
a
trailer
if
it
is
equipped
with
the
proper
trailer
towing
equipment.
To
identify
what
the
vehicle
trailering
capacity
is
for
your
vehicle,
you
should
read
the
information
in
“Weight
of
the
Trailer”
that
appears
later
in
this
section.
But
trailering
is
dif
ferent
than
just
driving
your
vehicle
by
itself.
Trailering
means
changes
in
handling,
acceleration,
braking,
durability
and
fuel
economy.
Successful,
safe
trailering
takes
correct
equipment,
and
it
has
to
be
used
properly.
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Table of Contents
Section 2 Features and Controls
69
Default Chapter
2
How to Use this Manual
2
Seats and Restraint Systems
7
Front Seats
8
Manual Seats
8
Seatback Latches
11
Head Restraints
11
Easy Entry Seat
12
Power Lift Seat
13
Rear Seats
14
Folding the Seatback
14
Rear Seat Operation
14
Safety Belts
15
Safety Belts: They Are for Everyone
15
Why Safety Belts Work
16
Questions and Answers about Safety Belts
19
How to Wear Safety Belts Properly
20
Driver Position
21
Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster
23
Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy
28
Rear Seat Passengers
29
Right Front Passenger Position
29
Safety Belt Extender
37
Older Children
38
Child Restraints
38
Infants and Young Children
40
Child Restraint Systems
44
Where to Put the Restraint
47
Top Strap
47
Top Strap Anchor Location
49
Securing a Child Restraint Designed for the Latch System
52
Securing a Child Restraint in a Center Rear Seat Position
55
Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position
57
Supplemental Restraint System (Srs)
60
Where Are the Air Bags
62
When Should an Air Bag Inflate
63
What Makes an Air Bag Inflate
64
What will You See after an Air Bag Inflates
64
How Does an Air Bag Restrain
64
Restraint System Check
66
Checking Your Restraint Systems
66
Servicing Your Air Bag-Equipped Vehicle
66
Replacing Restraint System Parts after a Crash
67
Table of Contents
69
Features and Controls
69
Keys
70
Keys
71
Remote Keyless Entry System
71
Remote Keyless Entry System Operation
72
Matching Transmitter(S) to Your Vehicle
73
Battery Replacement
74
Doors and Locks
75
Door Locks
75
Power Door Locks
76
Delayed Locking
76
Programmable Automatic Door Locks
77
Rear Door Security Locks
78
Lockout Protection
79
Leaving Your Vehicle
80
Trunk
80
Remote Trunk Release
81
Emergency Trunk Release Handle
81
Windows
82
Trap-Resistant Trunk Kit
82
Manual Windows
82
Power Windows
83
Sun Visors
83
Window Lockout
83
Visor Vanity Mirror
83
Express down Window
83
Theft-Deterrent Systems
84
Passlock
84
Starting and Operating Your Vehicle
84
New Vehicle Break-In
84
Ignition Positions
85
Starting Your 2.2L L4 Ecotec™ Engine
86
Starting Your Engine
86
Automatic Transaxle Operation
86
Manual Transaxle Operation
86
Starting Your 3400 V6 Engine
87
To Use the Engine Coolant Heater
89
Shift Speeds
94
Parking Brake
95
Shifting into Park (P)
96
Torque Lock
97
Leaving Your Vehicle with the Engine Running
97
Shifting out of Park (P)
98
Parking Your Vehicle/Key Removal
98
Parking over Things that Burn
99
Engine Exhaust
99
Running Your Engine While You Are Parked
100
Mirrors
101
Manual Rearview Mirror
101
Outside Remote Control Mirror
101
Outside Power Mirrors
101
Outside Convex Mirror
102
Storage Areas
102
Glove Box
102
Cupholder(S)
102
Center Console Storage Area
103
Sunroof
103
Section 3 Instrument Panel
105
Default Chapter
105
Instrument Panel
105
Instrument Panel Overview
106
Hazard Warning Flashers
108
Other Warning Devices
109
Horn
109
Tilt Wheel
109
Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever
110
Turn and Lane-Change Signals
110
Headlamps on Reminder
112
Windshield Wiper Lever
113
Cruise Control
114
Windshield Washer
114
Exterior Lamps
118
Daytime Running Lamps (Drl)
118
Automatic Headlamp System
119
Interior Lamps
120
Fog Lamps
120
Entry/Exit Lighting
121
Trunk Lamp
121
Accessory Power Outlets
122
Ashtrays and Cigarette Lighter
123
Climate Controls
123
Climate Control System
123
Defogging and Defrosting
125
Outlet Adjustment
126
Rear Window Defogger
126
Warning Lights, Gages and Indicators
127
Instrument Panel Cluster
128
Speedometer and Odometer
129
Tachometer
129
Trip Odometer
129
Safety Belt Reminder Light
130
Air Bag Readiness Light
130
Charging System Light
131
Up-Shift Light
132
Brake System Warning Light
132
Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light
133
Enhanced Traction System Warning Light
134
Enhanced Traction System Active Light
135
Engine Coolant Temperature Gage
135
Low Coolant Warning Light
136
Malfunction Indicator Lamp
136
Maintenance Schedule
136
If the Light Is Flashing
137
If the Light Is on Steady
138
Oil Pressure Light
139
Change Engine Oil Light
140
Security Light
141
Cruise Control Light
141
Low Washer Fluid Warning Light
141
Service Vehicle Soon Light
142
Fuel Gage
142
Audio System(S)
143
Setting the Time for Radios Without Radio Data Systems (RDS)
143
Setting the Time for Radios with Radio Data Systems (RDS)
144
Radio with CD (Base Level)
144
Finding a Station
145
Setting Preset Stations
145
Radio Messages
146
Playing a CD
146
Radio with CD (up Level)
149
Rds and XM
152
Rds Messages
153
Radio with Cassette and CD
159
Playing the Radio
160
Playing a Cassette Tape
167
Cassette Tape Messages
168
Theft-Deterrent Feature (RDS Radios)
171
Understanding Radio Reception
171
Care of Your Cassette Tape Player
171
Fm Stereo
171
Care of Your Cds
172
Care of Your CD Player
172
Backglass Antenna
173
XM™ Satellite Radio Antenna System (48 Contiguous US States)
173
Chime Level Adjustment
173
Section 4 Driving Your Vehicle
175
Driving Your Vehicle
175
Your Driving, the Road, and Your Vehicle
176
Defensive Driving
176
Drunken Driving
176
Control of a Vehicle
179
Braking
180
Anti-Lock Brake System (Abs)
181
Braking in Emergencies
182
Enhanced Traction System (ETS)
183
Steering
185
Power Steering
185
Steering Tips
185
Steering in Emergencies
186
Off-Road Recovery
187
Passing
187
Loss of Control
189
Driving at Night
190
Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads
192
Driving through Deep Standing Water
193
Driving through Flowing Water
194
Some Other Rainy Weather Tips
194
City Driving
195
Freeway Driving
196
Before Leaving on a Long Trip
197
Highway Hypnosis
198
Hill and Mountain Roads
198
Winter Driving
200
Driving on Snow or Ice
201
If You Are Caught in a Blizzard
202
If You Are Stuck: in Sand, Mud, Ice or Snow
204
Towing
205
Towing Your Vehicle
205
Recreational Vehicle Towing
205
Dinghy Towing
206
Dolly Towing
207
Loading Your Vehicle
208
Towing a Trailer
213
If You Do Decide to Pull a Trailer
214
Weight of the Trailer
214
Weight of the Trailer Tongue
215
Safety Chains
216
Total Weight of Your Vehicle's Tires
216
Trailer Brakes
216
Driving with a Trailer
217
Following Distance
217
Making Turns
217
Driving on Grades
218
Parking on Hills
218
Turn Signals When Towing a Trailer
218
Engine Cooling When Trailer Towing
219
Maintenance When Trailer Towing
219
Section 5 Service and Appearance Care
221
Service and Appearance Care
221
Service
223
Doing Your Own Service Work
223
Adding Equipment to the Outside of Your Vehicle
224
Fuel
224
Gasoline Octane
224
Gasoline Specifications
224
California Fuel
225
Additives
225
Fuels in Foreign Countries
226
Filling Your Tank
226
Filling a Portable Fuel Container
229
Checking Things under the Hood
229
Hood Release
230
Engine Compartment Overview
232
Engine Oil
235
What Kind of Engine Oil to Use
236
When to Add Engine Oil
236
Gm Oil Life System
238
When to Change Engine Oil
238
Engine Oil Additives
238
What to Do with Used Oil
239
Engine Air Cleaner/Filter
240
Automatic Transaxle Fluid
241
Manual Transaxle Fluid
242
Hydraulic Clutch
242
Engine Coolant
243
How to Check and Add Fluid
243
What to Use
244
Checking Coolant
245
Engine Overheating
246
If Steam Is Coming from Your Engine
247
If no Steam Is Coming from Your Engine
248
Cooling System
249
How to Add Coolant to the Coolant Surge Tank
251
Power Steering Fluid
255
How to Check Power Steering Fluid
256
Windshield Washer Fluid
256
Brakes
258
Brake Fluid
258
What to Add
259
Brake Wear
260
Battery
261
Brake Pedal Travel
261
Brake Adjustment
261
Jump Starting
262
Vehicle Storage
262
Headlamp Aiming
268
Bulb Replacement
270
Halogen Bulbs
270
Headlamps
270
Front Turn Signal and Parking Lamps
271
Center High-Mounted Stoplamp (CHMSL)
271
Taillamps, Turn Signal, and Stoplamps
272
Replacement Bulbs
272
Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement
273
Tires
274
Tire Size
278
Tire Terminology and Definitions
279
Inflation - Tire Pressure
281
When to Check
282
How to Check
282
Tire Inspection and Rotation
282
When It Is Time for New Tires
284
Buying New Tires
285
Uniform Tire Quality Grading
286
Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance
287
Wheel Replacement
287
Used Replacement Wheels
288
Tire Chains
289
If a Tire Goes Flat
290
Changing a Flat Tire
290
Removing the Spare Tire and Tools
292
Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire
293
Storing the Flat Tire and Tools
299
Compact Spare Tire
300
Storing the Spare Tire and Tools
300
Appearance Care
301
Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle
302
Cleaning Fabric/Carpet
302
Using Cleaner on Fabric
302
Cleaning Leather
303
Cleaning Vinyl
303
Special Fabric Cleaning Problems
303
Cleaning the Top of the Instrument Panel
304
Care of Safety Belts
304
Weatherstrips
304
Cleaning Glass Surfaces
304
Cleaning Interior Plastic Components
304
Cleaning the Outside of Your Vehicle
305
Cleaning Exterior Lamps/Lenses
305
Finish Care
305
Washing Your Vehicle
305
Cleaning Aluminum Wheels
306
Cleaning Windshield and Wiper Blades
306
Cleaning Tires
307
Sheet Metal Damage
307
Finish Damage
307
Underbody Maintenance
307
Chemical Paint Spotting
307
Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials
308
Vehicle Identification
309
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)
309
Service Parts Identification Label
309
Electrical System
309
Add-On Electrical Equipment
309
Windshield Wiper Fuses
310
Power Windows and Other Power Options
310
Fuses and Circuit Breakers
310
Instrument Panel Fuse Block
311
Driver's Side
311
Capacities and Specifications
315
Section 6 Maintenance Schedule
317
Introduction
318
Maintenance Requirements
318
Maintenance Schedule
318
Your Vehicle and the Environment
318
Using Your Maintenance Schedule
319
Scheduled Maintenance
320
Additional Required Services
322
Maintenance Footnotes
323
At each Fuel Fill
324
Owner Checks and Services
324
At Least Once a Month
325
At Least Once a Year
325
Tire Inflation Check
325
Cassette Tape Player Service
325
Ignition Transaxle Lock Check
326
Underbody Flushing Service
327
Recommended Fluids and Lubricants
328
Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts
329
Maintenance Record
330
Section 7 Customer Assistance Information
333
Customer Assistance Information
333
Customer Assistance Information
334
Online Owner Center
336
Customer Assistance for Text Telephone (TTY) Users
336
Customer Assistance Offices
336
Overseas – Customer Assistance
337
GM Mobility Program for Persons with Disabilities
338
Roadside Assistance Program
338
Canadian Roadside Assistance
339
Courtesy Transportation
340
Plan Ahead When Possible
340
Transportation Options
340
Additional Program Information
341
Vehicle Data Collection and Event Data Records
342
Reporting Safety Defects
343
Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government
343
Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government
343
Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors
344
Service Bulletins
344
Service Publications Ordering Information
344
Service Manuals
344
Current and Past Model Order Forms
345
Owner's Information
345
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Oldsmobile 2004 Alero Specifications
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Brand
Oldsmobile
Model
2004 Alero
Category
Automobile
Language
English
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