2001 Oldsmobile Alero Owner's Manual
Year:
2001
Make:
Oldsmobile
Model:
Alero
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Table of Contents
2001 Oldsmobile Alero Owner's Manual
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24-hour Roadside Asisstance
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Copyright Genral Motors Corp. 2000
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Table of Contents:
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1. Seats and Restraint System
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2. Features and Controls
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3. Comfort Controls and Audio Systems
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4. Your Driving and the Road
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5. Problems on the Road
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6. Service and Appearance Care
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7. Maintenance Schedule
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8. Customer Assistance Information
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For Canadian Owners Who Prefer a French Language Manual:
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How to Use this Manual
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Safety Warnings and Symbols
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Vehicle Damage Warnings
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Vehicle Symbols
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Service Station Guide
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Section 1 Seats and Restraint Systems
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Seats and Seat Controls
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Manual Seats
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Power Lift Seat (If Equipped)
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6-Way Power Seat Controls (If Equipped)
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Manual Lumbar Support (If Equipped)
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Reclining Front Seatbacks
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Head Restraints
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Seatback Latches (2-Door Models)
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Easy Entry Seat (2-Door Models)
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Rear Seats
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Folding the Rear Seat
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Safety Belts: They re for Everyone
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Why Safety Belts Work
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Here Are Questions Many People Ask About Safety Belts and the Answers
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How to Wear Safety Belts Properly
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Adults
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Driver Position
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Lap-Shoulder Belt
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Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster (4- Door Models)
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Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy
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Right Front Passenger Position
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Supplemental Restraint System (SRS)
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How the Air Bag System Works
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Where are the air bags?
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When should an air bag inflate?
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What makes an air bag inflate?
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How does an air bag restrain?
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What will you see after an air bag inflates?
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Servicing Your Air Bag-Equipped Vehicle
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Rear Seat Passengers
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Rear Seat Outside Passenger Positions
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Lap-Shoulder Belt
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Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides for Children and Small Adults
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Center Passenger Position
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Lap Belt
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Children
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Infants and Young Children
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Restraint Systems for Children
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Where to Put the Restraint
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Top Strap
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Lower Anchorages and Top Tethers for Children (LATCH System)
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Securing a Child Restraint Designed for the LATCH System
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Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Outside Seat Position
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Securing a Child Restraint in the Center Rear Seat Position
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Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position
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Older Children
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Safety Belt Extender
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Checking Your Restraint Systems
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Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash
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Section 2 Features and Controls
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Windows
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Manual Windows
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Power Windows (If Equipped)
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Auto- Down Switch
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Lock- Out Switch (4- Door Models)
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Keys
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Door Locks
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Power Door Locks
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Programmable Automatic Door Locks
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Customizing the Automatic Door Locks
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Delayed Locking
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Rear Door Security Locks (4-Door Models)
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Anti-Lockout Protection
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Leaving Your Vehicle
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Remote Keyless Entry System (If Equipped)
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Operation
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Programmable Horn Chirp
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Radio Personalization
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Matching Transmitter(s) to Your Vehicle
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Battery Replacement
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Resynchronization
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Trunk
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Remote Trunk Release
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Remote Trunk Release Lockout (If Equipped)
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Trunk Release Handle (If Equipped)
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Trap-Resistant Trunk Kit
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Theft
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Key in the Ignition
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Parking at Night
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Parking Lots
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Passlock
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New Vehicle Break-In
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Ignition Positions
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Retained Accessory Power (RAP)
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Starting Your Engine
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Automatic Transaxle
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Manual Transaxle
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Engine Coolant Heater (Option)
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To Use the Engine Coolant Heater
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Automatic Transaxle Operation
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Manual Transaxle Operation
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Shift Speeds
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Up-Shift Light (Manual Transaxle) (If Equipped)
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Parking Brake
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Shifting Into PARK (P) (Automatic Transaxle Only)
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Leaving Your Vehicle With the Engine Running (Automatic Transaxle Only)
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Torque Lock (Automatic Transaxle)
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Shifting Out of PARK (P) (Automatic Transaxle Only)
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Parking Your Vehicle/Key Removal (Manual Transaxle Models Only)
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Parking Over Things That Burn
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Engine Exhaust
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Running Your Engine While You re Parked (Automatic Transaxle)
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Horn
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Tilt Wheel
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Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever
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Turn and Lane Change Signals
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Turn Signal On Chime
108
Headlamps
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Lamps On Reminder
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Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer
109
Flash-to-Pass
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Windshield Wipers
110
Windshield Washer
111
Cruise Control
111
Setting Cruise Control
112
Resuming a Set Speed
113
Increasing Speed While Using Cruise Control
113
Reducing Speed While Using Cruise Control
114
Passing Another Vehicle While Using Cruise Control
114
Using Cruise Control on Hills
114
Ending Out of Cruise Control
114
Erasing the Cruise Speed Memory
114
Exterior Lamps
115
Headlamps
115
Daytime Running Lamps
115
Automatic Light Control (ALC)
115
Headlamps Dim to Park (If Equipped)
116
Delayed Headlamps
116
Fog Lamps (If Equipped)
116
Interior Lamps
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Instrument Panel Intensity Control
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Courtesy Lamp Control
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Illuminated Entry/Exit System
117
Mirror Reading Lamps (If Equipped)
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Three-Position Dome Lamp
118
Trunk Lamp
118
Battery Saver
118
Mirrors
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Inside Day/Night Rearview Mirror
119
Manual Remote Control Mirror
119
Power Remote Control Mirrors (If Equipped)
119
Convex Outside Mirror
120
Storage Compartments
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Glove Box
120
Center Console Storage Area
120
Rear Seat Cupholders
120
Convenience Net (If Equipped)
120
Ashtray and Cigarette Lighter (If Equipped)
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Sun Visors
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Visor Vanity Mirror
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Accessory Power Outlet
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Sunroof (Option)
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The Instrument Panel Your Information System
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Instrument Panel Cluster
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Speedometer and Odometer
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Trip Odometer
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Tachometer
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Warning Lights, Gages and Indicators
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Safety Belt Reminder Light
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Air Bag Readiness Light
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Charging System Indicator Light
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Up-Shift Light (Manual Transaxle) (If Equipped)
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Brake System Warning Light
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Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light
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Enhanced Traction System Warning Light
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Enhanced Traction System Active Light
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Engine Coolant Temperature Gage
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Low Coolant Warning Light
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Low Tire Pressure Light (If Equipped)
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Malfunction Indicator Lamp (Service Engine Soon Light in the United States or Check Engine Light in Canada)
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If the Light Is Flashing
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If the Light Is On Steady
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Emissions Inspection and Maintenance Programs
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Oil Pressure Light
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Low Oil Light (If Equipped)
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Change Oil Light
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Security Light
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Cruise Light
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Low Washer Light
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Service Vehicle Soon Light
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Fuel Gage
142
Section 3 Comfort Controls and Audio Systems
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Comfort Controls
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Climate Control System with Air Conditioning
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Fan Knob
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Temperature Knob
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Mode Knob
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Mode Buttons
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Air Conditioning
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Heating
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Defogging and Defrosting Windows
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Rear Window Defogger
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Ventilation System
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Ventilation Tips
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Audio Systems
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Setting the Clock
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AM-FM Stereo with Compact Disc Player with Programmable Equalization and Radio Data System (RDS)
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Playing the Radio
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Finding a Station
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Setting the Tone
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Using RDS Mode
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Adjusting the Speakers
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Playing a Compact Disc
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AM-FM Stereo with Cassette Tape and Compact Disc Player with Programmable Equalization and Radio Data System (RDS) (If Equipped)
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Playing the Radio
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Finding a Station
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Setting the Tone
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Using RDS Mode
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Adjusting the Speakers
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Playing a Cassette Tape
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Playing a Compact Disc
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Personal Choice Radio Controls (If Equipped)
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Theft-Deterrent Feature RDS Radios
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Understanding Radio Reception
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AM
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FM Stereo
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Tips About Your Audio System
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Care of Your Cassette Tape Player
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Care of Your Compact Discs
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Care of Your Compact Disc Player
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Backglass Antenna
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Chime Level Adjustment
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Section 4 Your Driving and the Road
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Defensive Driving
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Drunken Driving
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Control of a Vehicle
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Braking
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Anti-Lock Brakes (ABS)
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Using Anti- Lock
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Braking in Emergencies
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Enhanced Traction System
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Steering
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Power Steering
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Variable Effort Steering (If Equipped)
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Steering Tips
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Driving on Curves
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Steering in Emergencies
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Off-Road Recovery
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Passing
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Loss of Control
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Skidding
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Driving at Night
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Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads
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Hydroplaning
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Driving Through Deep Standing Water
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Driving Through Flowing Water
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Some Other Rainy Weather Tips
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City Driving
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Freeway Driving
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Before Leaving on a Long Trip
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Highway Hypnosis
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Driving on Snow or Ice
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If You re Caught in a Blizzard
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Recreational Vehicle Towing
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Towing Your Vehicle from the Front
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Towing Your Vehicle from the Rear
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Loading Your Vehicle
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Towing a Trailer
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If You Do Decide To Pull A Trailer
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Weight of the Trailer
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Weight of the Trailer Tongue
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Total Weight on Your Vehicle s Tires
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Hitches
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Safety Chains
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Trailer Brakes
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Driving with a Trailer
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Following Distance
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Passing
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Backing Up
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Making Turns
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Turn Signals When Towing a Trailer
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Driving On Grades
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Parking on Hills
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When You Are Ready to Leave After Parking on a Hill
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Maintenance When Trailer Towing
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Engine Cooling When Trailer Towing
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Towing a Trailer (2.4L L4 Engine)
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Section 5 Problems on the Road
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Hazard Warning Flashers
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Other Warning Devices
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Jump Starting
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Towing Your Vehicle
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Engine Overheating
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If Steam Is Coming From Your Engine
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If No Steam Is Coming From Your Engine
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Cooling System
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How to Add Coolant to the Coolant Surge Tank
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If a Tire Goes Flat
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Changing a Flat Tire
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Removing the Spare Tire and Tools
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Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire
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Storing the Flat Tire and Tools
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Storing the Spare Tire and Tools
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Compact Spare Tire
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If You re Stuck: In Sand, Mud, Ice or Snow
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Rocking Your Vehicle To Get It Out
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Section 6 Service and Appearance Care
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Service
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Doing Your Own Service Work
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Adding Equipment to the Outside of Your Vehicle
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Fuel
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Fuels in Foreign Countries
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Filling Your Tank
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Filling a Portable Fuel Container
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Checking Things Under the Hood
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Hood Release
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Engine Compartment Overview
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Engine Oil
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Checking Engine Oil
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When to Add Engine Oil
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What Kind of Engine Oil to Use
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How to Reset the Change Oil Light
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What to Do with Used Oil
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Engine Air Cleaner/Filter
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Automatic Transaxle Fluid
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Manual Transaxle Fluid
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Hydraulic Clutch
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When to Check and What to Use
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How to Check and Add Fluid
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Engine Coolant
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What to Use
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Checking Coolant
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Adding Coolant
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Power Steering Fluid
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When to Check Power Steering Fluid
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How to Check Power Steering Fluid
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What to Use
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Windshield Washer Fluid
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What to Use
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Adding Washer Fluid
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What to Add
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Brake Wear
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Brake Pedal Travel
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Brake Adjustment
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Replacing Brake System Parts
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Battery
269
Vehicle Storage
270
Bulb Replacement
270
Halogen Bulbs
270
Headlamps
270
Headlamp Aiming
271
Front Turn Signal and Parking Lamp Bulb Replacement
273
Center High-Mounted Stop Lamp
273
Rear Turn Signal and Stop/Taillamp Bulb Replacement
274
Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement
274
Tires
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Inflation -- Tire Pressure
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When to Check
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How to Check
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Tire Pressure Monitor System (If Equipped)
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Tire Inspection and Rotation
278
When It s Time for New Tires
280
Buying New Tires
280
Uniform Tire Quality Grading
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Treadwear
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Traction AA, A, B, C
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Temperature A, B, C
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Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance
283
Wheel Replacement
283
Used Replacement Wheels
284
Tire Chains
284
Appearance Care
285
Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle
285
Cleaning of Fabric/Carpet
285
Using Multi-Purpose Interior Cleaner on Fabric
286
Special Fabric Cleaning Problems
286
Cleaning Vinyl
287
Cleaning Leather
287
Cleaning the Top of the Instrument Panel
287
Cleaning Interior Plastic Components
287
Care of Safety Belts
288
Cleaning Glass Surfaces
288
Cleaning the Outside of the Windshield and Wiper Blades
288
Weatherstrips
288
Cleaning the Outside of Your Vehicle
289
Washing Your Vehicle
289
Cleaning Exterior Lamps/Lenses
289
Finish Care
289
Cleaning Aluminum Wheels (If Equipped)
290
Cleaning Tires
290
Sheet Metal Damage
290
Finish Damage
291
Underbody Maintenance
291
Chemical Paint Spotting
291
GM Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials
292
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)
293
Engine Identification
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Service Parts Identification Label
293
Electrical System
294
Add-On Electrical Equipment
294
Windshield Wipers
294
Power Windows
294
Fuses and Circuit Breakers
294
Instrument Panel Fuse Blocks
294
Instrument Panel Fuse Block Driver s Side
295
Instrument Panel Fuse Block Passenger s Side
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Engine Compartment Fuse Block
297
Replacement Bulbs
299
Capacities and Specifications
300
Capacities
300
Engine Specifications
300
Wheel Nut Torque
300
Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts
301
Vehicle Dimensions
301
Your Vehicle and the Environment
303
Maintenance Requirements
303
Engine Oil Scheduled Maintenance
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Scheduled Maintenance
308
Part B: Owner Checks and Services
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At Each Fuel Fill
316
Engine Oil Level Check
316
Engine Coolant Level Check
316
Windshield Washer Fluid Level Check
316
At Least Once a Month
316
Tire Inflation Check
316
Cassette Deck Service
316
At Least Twice a Year
317
Restraint System Check
317
Wiper Blade Check
317
Weatherstrip Lubrication
317
Manual Transaxle Check
317
Automatic Transaxle Inspection
317
Hydraulic Clutch System Check
318
At Least Once a Year
318
Key Lock Cylinders Service
318
Body Lubrication Service
318
Starter Switch Check
318
Automatic Transaxle Shift Lock Control System Check
319
Ignition Transaxle Lock Check
319
Parking Brake and Automatic Transaxle PARK (P) Mechanism Check
320
Underbody Flushing Service
320
Part C: Periodic Maintenance Inspections
321
Steering, Suspension and Front Drive Axle Boot and Seal Inspection
321
Exhaust System Inspection
321
Engine Cooling System Inspection
321
Throttle System Inspection
322
Brake System Inspection
322
Part D: Recommended Fluids and Lubricants
323
Part E: Maintenance Record
325
Section 8 Customer Assistance Information
328
Customer Satisfaction Procedure
329
Customer Assistance for Text Telephone (TTY) Users
331
Customer Assistance Offices
331
United States
331
Canada
332
Mexico, Central America and Caribbean Islands/ Countries (Except Puerto Rico and U. S. Virgin Islands)
332
GM Mobility Program for Persons with Disabilities
332
Oldsmobile Roadside Assistance Program Features and Benefits
333
Security While You Travel
333
Canadian Roadside Assistance
334
Courtesy Transportation
334
Plan Ahead When Possible
335
Transportation Options
335
Shuttle Service
335
Public Transportation or Fuel Reimbursement
335
Courtesy Rental Vehicle
335
Additional Program Information
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Warranty Information
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REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS TO THE UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT
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REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS TO THE CANADIAN GOVERNMENT
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REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS TO GENERAL MOTORS
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2001 Oldsmobile Alero Overview
Introduction
The 2001 Oldsmobile Alero embodies the American spirit of compact sedans, combining style, comfort, and practicality. Positioned as a competitive player in the midsize car market, the Alero appeals to families and commuters alike with its blend of modern design and reliable performance. Crafted with attention to detail, it delivers an inviting and spacious interior while maintaining an athletic stance on the road. The perfect choice for those seeking a dependable vehicle with an inviting ambiance, the 2001 Alero remains a testament to Oldsmobile’s commitment to quality engineering.
Powertrains
The 2001 Alero comes equipped with a range of capable powertrains aimed at enhancing its performance and efficiency. Buyers can opt for a spirited 2.2-liter inline-four engine that generates 140 horsepower, providing a responsive driving experience suitable for city commutes. For those seeking a little more muscle, there’s a robust 3.4-liter V6 engine that offers an exhilarating 170 horsepower, ensuring a peppy acceleration and strong highway presence. Both engines are paired with either a five-speed manual or a four-speed automatic transmission, giving drivers the flexibility to choose according to their driving style.
Trims
The 2001 Alero is available in three distinct trims: base, GLS, and GL2. The base model comes with essential features like air conditioning, power windows, and an AM/FM radio. The GLS trim adds extra comforts, including keyless entry, a power driver's seat, and an upgraded sound system. The GL2 model further heightens luxury with features like leather seating and climate control, appealing to drivers who seek a more refined driving environment.
Features
With an emphasis on convenience and connectivity, the 2001 Alero is loaded with a host of features to enhance the driving experience. Standard equipment includes power accessories, cruise control, and a sound system with CD player. Safety features such as dual airbags, anti-lock brakes, and child safety locks make it an attractive option for families. Its roomy cabin, with spacious trunk capacity, ensures that passengers and cargo can travel comfortably on any journey.
Owner's Manual
The 2001 Oldsmobile Alero’s owner’s manual is an invaluable resource for drivers, providing comprehensive guidance on operation and maintenance. Inside, users will find detailed instructions on the vehicle’s features, troubleshooting tips, and maintenance schedules to keep the Alero running smoothly. The manual is designed to empower owners with the knowledge needed to fully enjoy their car while ensuring optimal performance and longevity.
User manual download
The Oldsmobile Alero owner manual for the 2001 model year is to be found in PDF downloadable format on this page. The owner manual for the model year 2001 is free and in English, but the repair manuals are usually not easy to get and may cost more.
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