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Cleaning Vinyl

Use warm water and a clean cloth.
D Rub with a clean, damp cloth to remove dirt. You

may have to do it more than once.

D Things like tar, asphalt and shoe polish will stain if you

don’t get them off quickly. Use a clean cloth and a
vinyl/leather cleaner. See your dealer for this product.

Cleaning Leather

Use a soft cloth with lukewarm water and a mild soap or
saddle soap and wipe dry with a soft cloth. Then, let the
leather dry naturally. Do not use heat to dry.
D For stubborn stains, use a leather cleaner. See your

dealer for this product.

D Never use oils, varnishes, solvent

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based or abrasive

cleaners, furniture polish or shoe polish on leather.

D Soiled or stained leather should be cleaned

immediately. If dirt is allowed to work into the
finish, it can harm the leather.

Cleaning the Top of the Instrument Panel

Use only mild soap and water to clean the top surfaces
of the instrument panel. Sprays containing silicones or
waxes may cause annoying reflections in the windshield
and even make it difficult to see through the windshield
under certain conditions.

Cleaning Interior Plastic Components

Use only a mild soap and water solution on a soft 
cloth or sponge. Commercial cleaners may affect the
surface finish.

Cleaning Wood Panels

Use a clean cloth moistened in warm, soapy water 
(use mild dish washing soap). Dry the wood
immediately with a clean cloth.

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Care of Safety Belts

Keep belts clean and dry.

CAUTION:

Do not bleach or dye safety belts. If you do, it
may severely weaken them. In a crash, they
might not be able to provide adequate protection.
Clean safety belts only with mild soap and
lukewarm water.

Cleaning Glass Surfaces

Glass should be cleaned often. GM Glass Cleaner or a
liquid household glass cleaner will remove normal
tobacco smoke and dust films on interior glass. 
See “Appearance Care and Materials” in the Index.

Don’t use abrasive cleaners on glass, because they may
cause scratches. Avoid placing decals on the inside rear
window, since they may have to be scraped off later. 
If abrasive cleaners are used on the inside of the rear
window, an electric defogger element may be damaged.
Any temporary license should not be attached across the
defogger grid.

Cleaning the Outside of the
Windshield and Wiper Blades

If the windshield is not clear after using the windshield
washer, or if the wiper blade chatters when running, wax,
sap or other material may be on the blade or windshield.

Clean the outside of the windshield with GM
Windshield Cleaner, Bon Ami

R

 Powder (non

-

scratching

glass cleaning powder), GM Part No. 1050011. The
windshield is clean if beads do not form when you rinse
it with water.

Grime from the windshield will stick to the wiper blades
and affect their performance. Clean the blade by wiping
vigorously with a cloth soaked in full

-

strength windshield

washer solvent. Then rinse the blade with water.

Check the wiper blades and clean them as necessary;
replace blades that look worn.

Weatherstrips

Silicone grease on weatherstrips will make them last
longer, seal better, and not stick or squeak. Apply
silicone grease with a clean cloth at least every six
months. During very cold, damp weather more frequent
application may be required. See “Recommended Fluids
and Lubricants” in the Index.

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Cleaning the Outside of Your Vehicle

The paint finish on your vehicle provides beauty, depth
of color, gloss retention and durability.

Washing Your Vehicle

The best way to preserve your vehicle’s finish is to keep it
clean by washing it often with lukewarm or cold water.

Don’t wash your vehicle in the direct rays of the sun.
Use a car washing soap. Don’t use strong soaps or
chemical detergents. Be sure to rinse the vehicle well,
removing all soap residue completely. You can get
GM

-

approved cleaning products from your dealer. See

“Appearance Care and Materials” in the Index. Don’t
use cleaning agents that are petroleum based, or that
contain acid or abrasives. All cleaning agents should be
flushed promptly and not allowed to dry on the surface,
or they could stain. Dry the finish with a soft, clean
chamois or an all

-

cotton towel to avoid surface

scratches and water spotting.

High pressure car washes may cause water to enter 
your vehicle.

Cleaning Exterior Lamps/Lenses

Use lukewarm or cold water, a soft cloth and a car
washing soap to clean exterior lamps and lenses. 
Follow instructions under “Washing Your Vehicle.”

Finish Care

Occasional waxing or mild polishing of your vehicle by
hand may be necessary to remove residue from the paint
finish. You can get GM

-

approved cleaning products

from your dealer. See “Appearance Care and Materials”
in the Index.

Your vehicle has a “basecoat/clearcoat” paint finish. The 
clearcoat gives more depth and gloss to the colored basecoat. 
Always use waxes and polishes that are non

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abrasive and 

made for a basecoat/clearcoat paint finish.

NOTICE:

Machine compounding or aggressive polishing on
a basecoat/clearcoat paint finish may dull the
finish or leave swirl marks.

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Foreign materials such as calcium chloride and other
salts, ice melting agents, road oil and tar, tree sap, 
bird droppings, chemicals from industrial chimneys,
etc., can damage your vehicle’s finish if they remain on
painted surfaces. Wash the vehicle as soon as possible. 
If necessary, use non

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abrasive cleaners that are marked

safe for painted surfaces to remove foreign matter.

Exterior painted surfaces are subject to aging, weather
and chemical fallout that can take their toll over a period
of years. You can help to keep the paint finish looking
new by keeping your vehicle garaged or covered
whenever possible.

Cleaning Aluminum or
Chrome

-

Plated Wheels

Keep your wheels clean using a soft clean cloth with
mild soap and water. Rinse with clean water. After
rinsing thoroughly, dry with a soft clean towel. A wax
may then be applied.

The surface of these wheels is similar to the painted
surface of your vehicle. Don’t use strong soaps,
chemicals, abrasive polishes, abrasive cleaners, cleaners
with acid or abrasive cleaning brushes on them because
you could damage the surface. Do not use chrome polish
on aluminum wheels.

Use chrome polish only on chrome

-

plated wheels, but

avoid any painted surface of the wheel, and buff off
immediately after application.

Don’t take your vehicle through an automatic car wash
that has silicon carbide tire cleaning brushes. These
brushes can also damage the surface of these wheels.

Cleaning Tires

To clean your tires, use a stiff brush with a tire cleaner.

NOTICE:

When applying a tire dressing always take care to
wipe off any overspray or splash from all painted
surfaces on the body or wheels of the vehicle.
Petroleum

-

based products may damage the paint

finish and tires.

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Sheet Metal Damage

If your vehicle is damaged and requires sheet metal
repair or replacement, make sure the body repair shop
applies anti

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corrosion material to the parts repaired or

replaced to restore corrosion protection.

Original manufacturer replacement parts will provide
the corrosion protection while maintaining the warranty.

Finish Damage

Any stone chips, fractures or deep scratches in the finish
should be repaired right away. Bare metal will corrode
quickly and may develop into a major repair expense.

Minor chips and scratches can be repaired with touch

-

up

materials available from your dealer or other service
outlets. Larger areas of finish damage can be corrected
in your dealer’s body and paint shop.

Underbody Maintenance

Chemicals used for ice and snow removal and dust control
can collect on the underbody. If these are not removed,
accelerated corrosion (rust) can occur on the underbody
parts such as fuel lines, frame, floor pan and exhaust
system even though they have corrosion protection.

At least every spring, flush these materials from the
underbody with plain water. Clean any areas where mud
and other debris can collect. Dirt packed in closed areas
of the frame should be loosened before being flushed.
Your dealer or an underbody car washing system can 
do this for you.

Chemical Paint Spotting

Some weather and atmospheric conditions can create a
chemical fallout. Airborne pollutants can fall upon and
attack painted surfaces on your vehicle. This damage
can take two forms: blotchy, ringlet

-

shaped

discolorations, and small irregular dark spots etched 
into the paint surface.

Although no defect in the paint job causes this,
Oldsmobile will repair, at no charge to the owner, the
surfaces of new vehicles damaged by this fallout
condition within 12 months or 12,000 miles (20 000 km)
of purchase, whichever occurs first.

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GM Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials

PART NUMBER

SIZE

DESCRIPTION

USAGE

994954

23 in. x 25 in.

Polishing Cloth – Wax Treated

Exterior polishing cloth

1050172

16 oz. (0.473 L)

Tar and Road Oil Remover

Removes tar, road oil and asphalt

1050173

16 oz. (0.473 L)

Chrome Cleaner and Polish

Use on chrome, stainless steel, nickel, copper and brass

1050174

16 oz. (0.473 L)

White Sidewall Tire Cleaner

Removes soil and black marks from whitewalls

1050214

32 oz. (0.946 L)

Vinyl Cleaner

Cleans vinyl tops, upholstery and convertible tops

1050427

23 oz. (0.680 L)

Glass Cleaner

Removes dirt, grime, smoke and fingerprints

1052918**

8 oz. (0.237 L)

Armor All

t Protectant

Protects leather, wood, acrylics, Plexiglas

t, plastic,

rubber and vinyl

1052925

16 oz. (0.473 L)

Multi-Purpose Interior

Cleaner

Cleans carpets, seats, interior trim, door panels 

and floor mats

1052929

16 oz. (0.473 L)

Wheel Cleaner

Spray on and rinse with water

1052930

8 oz. (0.237 L)

Capture Dry Spot Remover

Attracts, absorbs and removes soils on fabric

12345721

2.5 sq. ft.

Synthetic Chamois

Shines vehicle without scratching

12345725

12 oz. (0.354 L)

Silicone Tire Shine

Spray on tire shine

12377964*

16 oz. (0.473 L)

Finish Enhancer

Removes dust, fingerprints and surface contaminants

12377966*

16 oz. (0.473 L)

Cleaner Wax

Removes light scratches and oxidation and protects finish

12377984*

16 oz. (0.473 L)

Surface Cleaner

Removes contaminants, blemishes and swirl marks

See your General Motors Parts Department for these products.

* For exterior use only.

See “Recommended Fluids and Lubricants” in the Index.

** Not recommended for use on instrument panels.

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Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)

This is the legal identifier for your vehicle. It appears on
a plate in the front corner of the instrument panel, on the
driver’s side. You can see it if you look through the
windshield from outside your vehicle. The VIN also
appears on the Vehicle Certification and Service Parts
labels and the certificates of title and registration.

Engine Identification

The 8th character in your VIN is the engine code. This
code will help you identify your engine, specifications
and replacement parts.

Service Parts Identification Label

You’ll find this label on the underside of the spare tire
cover. It’s very helpful if you ever need to order parts.
On this label is:
D your VIN,
D the model designation,
D paint information and
D a list of all production options and 

special equipment.

Be sure that this label is not removed from the vehicle.

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Electrical System

Add-On Electrical Equipment

NOTICE:

Don’t add anything electrical to your vehicle
unless you check with your dealer first. Some
electrical equipment can damage your vehicle
and the damage wouldn’t be covered by your
warranty. Some add

-

on electrical equipment 

can keep other components from working as 
they should.

Your vehicle has an air bag system. Before attempting to
add anything electrical to your vehicle, see “Servicing
Your Air Bag

-

Equipped Vehicle” in the Index.

Headlamp Wiring

The headlamp wiring is protected by a circuit breaker in
the wiring harness. An electrical overload will cause the
lamps to go on and off, or in some cases to remain off. 
If this happens, have your headlamp system checked
right away.

Windshield Wiper Fuses

The windshield wiper motor is protected by an internal
circuit breaker and a fuse. If the motor overheats due to
heavy snow, etc., the wiper will stop until the motor
cools. If the overload is caused by some electrical
problem, have it fixed.

Power Windows and Other Power Options

Circuit breakers in the fuse panel protect the power
windows and other power accessories. When the current
load is too heavy, the circuit breaker opens and closes,
protecting the circuit until the problem is fixed.

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Fuses and Circuit Breakers

The wiring circuits in your vehicle are protected from
short circuits by a combination of fuses and circuit
breakers. This greatly reduces the chance of fires caused
by electrical problems.

Look at the silver

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colored band inside the fuse. If the

band is broken or melted, replace the fuse. Be sure you
replace a bad fuse with a new one of the identical size
and rating. If a MaxiFuse

R

 should blow, see your dealer

for service immediately.

If you ever have a problem on the road and don’t have a
spare fuse, you can “borrow” one that has the same
amperage. Pick some feature of your vehicle that you
can get along without 

--

 like the radio or cigarette

lighter 

--

 and use its fuse, if it is the correct amperage.

Replace it as soon as you can. You will find a fuse puller
clipped in both of the bussed electrical centers. Snap the
wide end of the fuse puller at the side indentations and
pull the fuse out.

The MaxiFuses are located in two Bussed Electrical
Centers (BEC), one located near the engine compartment
on the passenger’s side and the other under the rear seat on
the driver’s side. If a MaxiFuse should blow, have your
vehicle serviced by your dealer immediately.

Engine Compartment Bussed Electrical Center (BEC)

The front Bussed Electrical
Center (BEC) is located in
the front of the engine
compartment on the
passenger’s side. Lift the
cover to gain access. See
“Engine Compartment
Overview” in the Index 
for more information 
on location.

Fuse 22 or 23 can be moved to the outer position to
provide continuous power to the accessory power outlet
or cigarette lighter when the ignition is not ON. 
See your dealer for additional assistance, if needed.

Leaving an accessory on for a long period of time can
drain the vehicle’s battery.

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Minifuse

Usage

1

Not Used

2

Accessory

3

Windshield Wipers

4

Not Used

5

Left Low

-

Beam Headlamp

6

Right Low

-

Beam Headlamp

7

Instrument Panel

8

Powertrain Control Module Battery

Minifuse

Usage

9

Right High

-

Beam Headlamp

10

Left High

-

Beam Headlamp

11

Ignition 1

12

Not Used

13

Transaxle

14

Cruise Control

15

Direct Ignition System

16

Injector Bank #2

17

Not Used

18

Not Used

19

Powertrain Control Module Ignition

20

Oxygen Sensor

21

Injector Bank #1

22

Auxiliary Power

23

Cigarette Lighter

24

Fog Lamps/Daytime 
Running Lamps

25

Horn

26

Air Conditioner Clutch

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Micro Relays

Usage

27

High

-

Beam Headlamp

28

Low

-

Beam Headlamp

29

Fog Lamps

30

Daytime Running Lamps

31

Horn

32

Air Conditioner Clutch

33

HVAC Solenoid

Mini Relays

Usage

34

Accessory

35

Air Pump

36

Starter 1

37

Cooling Fan 2

38

Ignition 1

39

Cooling Fan Series/Parallel

40

Cooling Fan 1

Maxibreaker

Usage

41

Starter

MaxiFuses

Usage

42

AIR

43

ABS

44

Air Pump B

45

Air Pump A

46

Cooling Fan 2

47

Cooling Fan 1

Spare Fuses

Usage

48

Spare

49

Not Used

50

Not Used

51

Not Used

52

Not Used

53

Fuse Puller

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Removing the Rear Seat Cushion

To access the battery and rear compartment fuse panels,
the rear seat cushion must be removed. This procedure is
somewhat difficult. You may wish to have your dealer
do this for you.

NOTICE:

The battery and main fuse boxes are located
under the rear seat cushion. The battery’s ground
terminal and some relay wires are exposed. To
help avoid damage to the battery and wires, be
careful when removing or reinstalling the seat
cushion. Do not remove covers from covered
parts. Do not store anything under the seat, 
as objects could touch exposed wires and cause 
a short.

To Remove the Rear Seat Cushion

1. Pull up on the front of the cushion to release the

front hooks.

2. Pull the cushion up and out toward the front of 

the vehicle.

To Reinstall the Rear Seat Cushion

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CAUTION:

A safety belt that isn’t properly routed through
the seat cushion or is twisted won’t provide the
protection needed in a crash. If the safety belt
hasn’t been routed through the seat cushion at
all, it won’t be there to work for the next
passenger. The person sitting in that position
could be badly injured. After reinstalling the seat
cushion, always check to be sure that the safety
belts are properly routed and are not twisted.

1. Buckle the center passenger position safety belt, and

then route the safety belts through the proper slots in
the seat cushion. Don’t let the safety belt get twisted.

2. Slide the rear of the cushion up and under the

seatback so the rear locating guides hook into the
wire loops on the back frame.

3. With the seat cushion lowered, push rearward and

then press down on the seat cushion until the spring
locks on both ends engage.

4. Check to make sure the safety belts are properly

routed and that no portion of any safety belt is
trapped under the seat. Also make sure the seat
cushion is secured.

Rear Underseat Bussed Electrical Center (BEC)

The rear BEC is located
beneath the rear seat on the
driver’s side. The rear seat
cushion must be removed to
access the BEC. See
“Removing the Rear Seat
Cushion” in the Index.

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Minifuses

Usage

1

Fuel Pump

2

HVAC Blower

3

Memory

4

ALDL

5

Rear Fog Lamps

6

CD

7

Driver’s Door Module

8

Air Bag System

Minifuses

Usage

9

Not Used

10

Right Parking Lamp

11

Vent Solenoid

12

Ignition 1

13

Left Parking Lamp

14

Dimmer

15

Not Used

16

Left Front Heated Seat

17

Not Used

18

Rear Door Module

19

Stoplamp

20

NSBU

21

Audio

22

Retained Accessory Power (RAP)

23

Not Used

24

Not Used

25

Passenger Door Module

26

Body

27

Interior Lamps

6-74

Minifuses

Usage

28

Not Used

29

Ignition Switch

30

Not Used

31

Right Front Heated Seat

32

Not Used

33

HVAC

34

Ignition 3 Rear

35

Anti

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Lock Brake System (ABS)

36

Turn Signal/Hazard

37

HVAC Battery

38

Dimmer

Micro Relays

Usage

39

Fuel Pump

40

Parking Lamp

41

Ignition 1

42

Rear Fog Lamp

43

Not Used

44

Park

45

Reverse

Micro Relays

Usage

46

Retained Accessory Power (RAP)

47

Fuel Tank Door Lock

48

Not Used

49

Ignition 3

50

Fuel Tank Door Release

51

Interior Lamps

52

Trunk Release

53

Front Courtesy Lamps

54

Not Used

55

Electronic Level Control (ELC)

Circuit

Breakers

Usage

56

Power Seats

57

Power Windows

Mini Relays

Usage

58

Cigar

59

Rear Defogger

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MaxiFuses

Usage

60

Not Used

61

Rear Defog

62

Not Used

63

Audio Amplifier

64

Electronic Level Control (ELC)

65

Cigar

66

Not Used

Spare Fuses

Usage

67

Not Used

68

Not Used

69

Not Used

70

Spare

71

Spare

72

Spare

73

Spare

74

Spare

75

Fuse Puller

Replacement Bulbs

EXTERIOR LAMPS

BULB

Front
Front Turn Signal Lamps

3157NA

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 

Halogen Headlamps

Low Beam

9006

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 

High Beam

9005

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 

Rear
Back

-

Up Lamps

3155

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 

Stop/Taillamps

3057

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 

Rear Turn Signal Lamps

3057

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 

INTERIOR LAMPS

BULB

Overhead
Rail Courtesy/Reading Lamps

168

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 

For service information on other bulbs, contact your
dealer’s service department.