Oldsmobile Bravada 2002

Information on adjusting power seats, seatbacks, memory seats, lumbar support, and heated seats.

Guidance on proper safety belt usage and what not to do with safety belts, including air bag system explanation.

Description of the driver's restraint system and how to properly wear the lap-shoulder belt.

Explanation of frontal and side impact air bag systems, their locations, and how they function.

Details on various child restraint systems, including infant car beds, forward-facing seats, and booster seats.

Explanation of door lock safety, manual levers, power door locks, and programmable automatic door locks.

System for locking and unlocking doors remotely using a transmitter, including operational details and battery replacement.

Guidance on starting the engine, including cold weather procedures and caution regarding prolonged starter use.

Details on shift lever positions (Park, Reverse, Neutral, Drive, Third, Second, First) and related safety precautions.

Overview of the instrument panel layout, identifying controls for lamps, signals, wipers, audio, and driver information.

Instructions for operating the air conditioning system for cooling and dehumidifying, including automatic and manual modes.

Overview of the audio system, including playing radio, cassette, CD, and setting the clock.

Detailed operation of the AM-FM stereo, cassette, CD player, including SCV, finding stations, and setting presets.

Essential advice for safe driving, emphasizing readiness, anticipating others, and maintaining following distance.

Critical information on the dangers of alcohol and driving, its effects on skills, and Blood Alcohol Concentration (BAC).

Explanation of the three systems that control vehicle movement: brakes, steering, and accelerator, and maintaining control.

Details on braking action, perception and reaction time, average reaction time, and actual stopping distances.

Information on power steering assist, steering tips, and driving on curves, emphasizing reasonable speeds and traction.

Understanding how skids occur due to loss of control over brakes, steering, or acceleration, and how to handle them.

Precautions for driving in rain and on wet roads, emphasizing reduced traction, visibility, and proper wiper/washer maintenance.

Safe procedures for jump starting a vehicle using jumper cables and another vehicle's battery.

What to do if the engine overheats, including steam warnings, engine shutdown procedures, and fire precautions.

Information about the vehicle's cooling system, including coolant level checks, adding coolant, and radiator pressure cap.

What to expect and do during a tire blowout or slow leak, including safe stopping procedures.

Step-by-step guide on safely changing a flat tire, including vehicle preparation and tool usage.

Information on checking engine oil level, when to add oil, and the proper location of the oil fill cap.

Information on DEX-COOL engine coolant, its benefits, mixture, and cautions regarding improper coolant usage.

Information on brake fluid, its level, what to add, and cautions about using the wrong fluid or having too much.

Information on tire maintenance, including proper inflation, tire wear, buying new tires, and quality grading systems.

Details on maintenance services, intervals, and recommendations for GM-trained service personnel.

Owner checks and services to ensure safety and dependability, including checks at fuel fill and monthly intervals.

Key inspections to be performed at least twice a year, covering steering, suspension, exhaust, fuel, cooling, and brake systems.

List of recommended fluids and lubricants by name, part number, or specification for vehicle maintenance.

A section to record service dates, odometer readings, and performed maintenance for tracking and warranty purposes.

Steps to resolve concerns with dealers, escalating to management and contacting Oldsmobile Customer Assistance.

Overview of roadside assistance services provided during the warranty period, including fuel delivery and jump starts.

Procedure for reporting vehicle safety defects to NHTSA and General Motors, including contact information.

Instructions for Canadian vehicle owners to notify Transport Canada and General Motors of Canada about safety defects.

How to notify General Motors about potential safety defects, including contact numbers for U.S. and Canadian owners.