2002 Oldsmobile Bravada Owner's Manual
Year:
2002
Make:
Oldsmobile
Model:
Bravada
Rating:
Table of Contents
2002 Oldsmobile Bravada Owner's Manual
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24-hour Roadside Assistance
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Copyright General Motors Corp. 2000
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Table of Contents:
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1. Seats and Restraint Systems
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2. Features and Controls
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3. Comforts 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 Apperance Care
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7. Maintenance Schedule
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8. Customer Assistance Information
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Service Station Guide
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For Canadian Owners Who Prefer a French Language Manual:
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About Driving Your Vehicle
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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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Section 1 Seats and Restraint Systems
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Seats and Seat Controls
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Power Seats
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Four-Way Power Lumbar Control
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Memory Seat (If Equipped)
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Heated Front Seats (Option)
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Power Reclining Front Seatbacks
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Head Restraints
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Rear Seats
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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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Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy
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Right Front Passenger Position
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Air Bag Systems
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How the Air Bag Systems Work
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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 Passenger Positions
43
Lap-Shoulder Belt
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Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides for Children and Small Adults
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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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Center 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
68
Checking Your Restraint Systems
68
Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash
68
Section 2 Features and Controls
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Windows
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Power Windows
71
Express- Down Window
71
Lockout Switch
71
Keys
72
Door Locks
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Power Door Locks
75
Programmable Automatic Door Locks
75
Programmable Locking Feature
75
Programmable Unlocking Feature
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Rear Door Security Locks
77
Lockout Prevention
78
Leaving Your Vehicle
78
Remote Keyless Entry System
78
Operation
79
Matching Transmitter(s) to Your Vehicle
80
Battery Replacement
80
Liftgate/Liftglass
81
Liftgate Release
82
Emergency Release for Opening Liftgate
82
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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Content Theft-Deterrent (If Equipped)
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Testing the Alarm
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Passlock
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New Vehicle Break-In
86
Ignition Positions
86
Retained Accessory Power (RAP)
87
Starting Your Engine
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Engine Coolant Heater (If Equipped)
89
To Use the Engine Coolant Heater
89
Automatic Transmission Operation
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Shift Lock Release
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Parking Brake
93
Shifting Into PARK (P)
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Leaving Your Vehicle With the Engine Running
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Torque Lock
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Shifting Out of PARK (P)
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Parking Over Things That Burn
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Engine Exhaust
97
Running Your Engine While You re Parked
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Locking Rear Axle
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All-Wheel Drive (Option)
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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
100
Turn Signal On Chime
100
Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer
101
Flash-to-Pass Feature
101
Windshield Wipers
102
Rainsense__ Wipers (If Equiped)
102
Windshield Washer
103
Rear Window Washer/Wiper
103
Cruise Control
104
Setting Cruise Control
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Resuming a Set Speed
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Increasing Speed While Using Cruise Control
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Reducing Speed While Using Cruise Control
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Passing Another Vehicle While Using Cruise Control
106
Using Cruise Control on Hills
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Ending Cruise Control
106
Erasing Speed Memory
106
Exterior Lamps
107
Automatic Headlamp System
107
Lamps On Reminder
108
Daytime Running Lamps
108
Fog Lamps
109
Interior Lamps
110
Brightness Control
110
Dome Lamp Override
110
Illuminated Entry
111
Exit Lighting
111
Reading Lamps
111
Dome Lamps
111
Battery Run-Down Protection
112
Mirrors
112
Electrochromic Day/Night Rearview Mirror with Compass and OnStar
112
Automatic Dimming Feature
113
Compass Operation
113
Compass Calibration
113
Compass Variance
114
Outside Mirrors
115
Power Remote Control Mirror
115
Convex Outside Mirror
115
Heated Outside Rearview Mirrors
115
Electrochromic Rearview Outside Mirror with Curb View Assist (If Equipped)
116
Storage Compartments
116
Glove Box
116
Overhead Console
116
Sunglasses Storage Compartment
116
Travel Note Recorder (If Equipped)
117
Door Storage
117
Front Storage Area
117
Convenience Net (If Equipped)
118
Cargo Security Shade (If Equipped)
118
Cargo Tie Downs
119
Rear Floor Stowage Lid
119
Luggage Carrier
120
Ashtrays and Cigarette Lighter
121
Sun Visors
121
Illuminated Visor Vanity Mirror
121
Accessory Inflator
122
Accessory Power Outlets
123
OnStar System (If Equipped)
124
Safety and Security Services
126
Premium Services (Includes Safety and Security Services)
127
OnStar System Limitations
127
Sunroof (Option)
128
HomeLink Transmitter
128
Programming the HomeLink Transmitter
129
Training a Garage Door Opener with a Rolling Code Feature (If Equipped)
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Canadian Programming
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Operating the HomeLink Transmitter
131
Erasing Channels
131
Resetting Defaults
131
Accessories
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The Instrument Panel -- Your Information System
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Instrument Panel Cluster
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Speedometer and Odometer
135
Trip Odometer
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Tachometer
135
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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Voltmeter Gage
138
Brake System Warning Light
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Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light
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Engine Coolant Temperature Gage
140
Malfunction Indicator Lamp (Service Engine Soon Light in the United States or Check Engine Light in Canada)
141
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 Gage
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Change Engine Oil Light
145
Security Light
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Cruise Control Light
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Reduced Engine Power Light
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Service AWD Light
147
Check Gages Light
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Gate Ajar
148
Fuel Gage
149
Low Fuel Light
149
Driver Information Center (DIC)
150
DIC Operation and Displays
150
Trip Information Button
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Odometer
151
Trip A and Trip B
151
Timer
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Fuel Information Button
152
Fuel Range
152
Average Fuel Economy
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Instant Fuel Economy
152
GM Oil Life System
153
Personalization Button
153
Alarm Warning Type
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Automatic Locking
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Automatic Unlocking
155
Seat Position Recall (If Equipped)
155
Perimeter Lighting
156
Remote Lock Feedback
156
Remote Unlock Feedback
157
Headlamps on at Exit
158
Tilt Mirror in Reverse (If Equipped)
158
Easy Exit Seat (If Equipped)
159
Display Units (ENG/MET)
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Display Language
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Select Button
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DIC Warnings and Messages
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ENGINE COOLANT HOT/IDLE ENGINE
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ENGINE OVERHEATED/STOP ENGINE (If Equipped)
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OIL PRESSURE LOW/STOP ENGINE
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BATTERY NOT CHARGING
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SERVICE AIR BAG
162
SERVICE BRAKE SYSTEM
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TURN SIGNAL ON
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REAR ACCESS OPEN
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FUEL LEVEL LOW
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CHANGE TRANS FLUID
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CHECK OIL LEVEL
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CHECK WASHER FLUID
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TRANS HOT IDLE ENGINE
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ICE POSSIBLE
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DRIVER DOOR AJAR
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PASSENGER DOOR AJAR
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LEFT REAR DOOR AJAR
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RIGHT REAR DOOR AJAR
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Section 3 Comfort Controls and Audio Systems
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Comfort Controls
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Comfort Controls Personalization (If Equipped)
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Automatic Dual Zone Comfort Control System
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Driver s Side Temperature Knob
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Passenger s Side Temperature Knob
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Fan Switch
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MODE Button
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Display
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Automatic Operation
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Manual Operation
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Air Conditioning
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Heating
170
Defogging and Defrosting
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Rear Window Defogger
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Rear Comfort Control
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Ventilation System
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Ventilation Tips
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Comfort Control Steering Wheel Controls
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Audio Systems
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Setting the Clock
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AM-FM Stereo with Cassette Tape and 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 Preset Stations
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Setting the Tone (Bass/Treble)
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Adjusting the Speakers (Balance/Fade)
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Using RDS Mode
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Setting PTY Preset Stations
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Radio Announcements
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Playing a Cassette Tape
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Cassette Tape Messages
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Playing a Compact Disc
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Compact Disc Messages
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AM-FM Stereo with 6-Disc 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 Preset Stations
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Setting the Tone (Bass/ Treble)
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Adjusting the Speakers
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Using RDS
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Setting PTY Preset Stations
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Radio Announcements
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Playing a Compact Disc
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Playing a Specific Loaded Compact Disc
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Using Song List Mode
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Compact Disc Messages
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Rear Seat Audio
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Theft-Deterrent Feature
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Audio Steering Wheel Controls
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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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Diversity Antenna System
201
Chime Level Adjustment
201
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
207
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)
208
Using Anti- Lock
210
Braking in Emergencies
210
Traction Assist System (TAS) (Two- Wheel Drive Only)
210
Steering
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Power Steering
212
Steering Tips
212
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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Operating Your All-Wheel-Drive Vehicle (If Equipped) Off Paved Roads
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Before You Go Off-Roading
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Loading Your Vehicle for Off-Road Driving
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Environmental Concerns
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Traveling to Remote Areas
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Getting Familiar with Off-Road Driving
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Scanning the Terrain
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Driving on Off-Road Hills
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Approaching a Hill
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Driving Uphill
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Driving Downhill
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Driving Across an Incline
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Stalling on an Incline
228
Driving in Mud, Sand, Snow or Ice
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Driving in Water
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After Off-Road Driving
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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
239
Hill and Mountain Roads
239
Winter Driving
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Driving on Snow or Ice
242
If You re Caught in a Blizzard
243
Recreational Vehicle Towing
245
Loading Your Vehicle
245
Electronically Controlled Air Suspension System
247
Overload Protection
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Indicator Light
248
Adding a Snow Plow or Similar Equipment
248
Towing a Trailer
249
If You Do Decide To Pull A Trailer
249
Weight of the Trailer
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Weight of the Trailer Tongue
251
Total Weight on Your Vehicle s Tires
252
Hitches
252
Safety Chains
252
Trailer Brakes
253
Driving with a Trailer
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Following Distance
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Passing
254
Backing Up
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Making Turns
255
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
256
Maintenance When Trailer Towing
256
Trailer Wiring Harness
257
Section 5 Problems on the Road
258
Hazard Warning Flashers
259
Other Warning Devices
259
Jump Starting
260
Towing Your Vehicle
265
Engine Overheating
266
If Steam Is Coming From Your Engine
266
If No Steam Is Coming From Your Engine
267
Cooling System
268
How to Add Coolant to the Coolant Recovery Tank
269
How to Add Coolant to the Radiator
272
Engine Fan Noise
274
If a Tire Goes Flat
275
Changing a Flat Tire
275
Removing the Spare Tire and Tools
276
Secondary Latch System
279
Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire
282
Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools
286
If You re Stuck: In Sand, Mud, Ice or Snow
289
Rocking Your Vehicle To Get It Out
289
Section 6 Service and Appearance Care
290
Service
291
Doing Your Own Service Work
291
Adding Equipment to the Outside of Your Vehicle
292
Fuel
292
Gasoline Octane
292
Gasoline Specifications
293
California Fuel
293
Additives
294
Fuels in Foreign Countries
294
Filling Your Tank
295
Filling a Portable Fuel Container
297
Checking Things Under the Hood
297
Hood Release
298
Engine Compartment Overview
299
Engine Oil
300
Checking Engine Oil
300
When to Add Engine Oil
301
What Kind of Engine Oil to Use
302
Engine Oil Additives
303
When to Change Engine Oil
303
How to Reset the CHANGE ENG OIL Light
304
What to Do with Used Oil
304
Engine Air Cleaner/Filter
305
Automatic Transmission Fluid
307
When to Check and Change
307
How to Check
307
Checking the Fluid Level
308
How to Add Fluid
309
Rear Axle
310
When to Check Lubricant
310
How to Check Lubricant
310
What to Use
310
All-Wheel Drive
310
Transfer Case
310
When to Check Lubricant
310
How to Check Lubricant
311
What to Use
311
Front Axle
311
When to Check and Change Lubricant
311
How to Check Lubricant
311
What to Use
312
Engine Coolant
312
What to Use
313
Checking Coolant
314
Adding Coolant
314
Radiator Pressure Cap
315
Power Steering Fluid
316
When to Check Power Steering Fluid
316
How to Check Power Steering Fluid
316
What to Use
316
Windshield Washer Fluid
317
What to Use
317
Adding Washer Fluid
317
Brakes
318
Brake Fluid
318
Checking Brake Fluid
319
What to Add
319
Brake Wear
320
Brake Pedal Travel
321
Brake Adjustment
321
Replacing Brake System Parts
321
Battery
322
Vehicle Storage
322
Bulb Replacement
323
Taillamps and Rear Turn Signals
323
Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement
324
Backglass Wiper Blade Replacement
326
Tires
327
Inflation -- Tire Pressure
328
When to Check
328
How to Check
328
Tire Inspection and Rotation
329
When It s Time for New Tires
330
Buying New Tires
331
Uniform Tire Quality Grading
332
Treadwear
332
Traction -- AA, A, B, C
332
Temperature -- A, B, C
333
Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance
333
Wheel Replacement
333
Used Replacement Wheels
334
Tire Chains
335
Appearance Care
335
Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle
336
Cleaning of Fabric/Carpet
336
Using Cleaner on Fabric
336
Special Fabric Cleaning Problems
337
Cleaning Vinyl
337
Cleaning Leather
337
Cleaning the Top of the Instrument Panel
338
Cleaning Interior Plastic Components
338
Care of Safety Belts
338
Cleaning Glass Surfaces
338
Cleaning the Outside of the Windshield, Backglass and Wiper Blades
339
Weatherstrips
339
Cleaning the Outside of Your Vehicle
339
Washing Your Vehicle
339
Cleaning Exterior Lamps/Lenses
340
Finish Care
340
Protecting Exterior Bright Metal Parts
340
Cleaning Aluminum Wheels
341
Cleaning Tires
341
Sheet Metal Damage
341
Finish Damage
342
Underbody Maintenance
342
Chemical Paint Spotting
342
GM Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials
343
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)
344
Engine Identification
344
Service Parts Identification Label
344
Electrical System
345
Add-On Electrical Equipment
345
Headlamps
345
Windshield Wipers
345
Power Windows and Other Power Options
345
Fuses and Circuit Breakers
346
Engine Compartment Fuse Block
346
Rear Underseat Fuse Block
349
Replacement Bulbs
352
Capacities and Specifications
352
Engine Specifications
352
Wheel and Tires
352
Capacities
352
Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts
352
Your Vehicle and the Environment
354
Maintenance Requirements
354
Engine Oil Scheduled Maintenance
358
Scheduled Maintenance
359
Part B: Owner Checks and Services
367
At Each Fuel Fill
367
Engine Oil Level Check
367
Engine Coolant Level Check
367
Windshield Washer Fluid Level Check
367
At Least Once a Month
367
Tire Inflation Check
367
Cassette Deck Service
367
At Least Twice a Year
368
Restraint System Check
368
Wiper Blade Check
368
Spare Tire Check
368
Engine Air Cleaner Filter Restriction Indicator Check
368
Weatherstrip Lubrication
369
Automatic Transmission Check
369
At Least Once a Year
369
Key Lock Cylinders Service
369
Body Lubrication Service
369
Starter Switch Check
370
Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Control System Check
370
Ignition Transmission Lock Check
371
Parking Brake and Automatic Transmission PARK (P) Mechanism Check
371
Underbody Flushing Service
371
Part C: Periodic Maintenance Inspections
372
Steering, Suspension and Front Drive Axle Boot and Seal Inspection
372
Exhaust System Inspection
372
Fuel System Inspection
372
Engine Cooling System Inspection
373
Transfer Case and Front Axle (All- Wheel Drive) Inspection
373
Brake System Inspection
373
Part D: Recommended Fluids and Lubricants
374
Part E: Maintenance Record
376
Section 8 Customer Assistance Information
381
Customer Satisfaction Procedure
382
Customer Assistance for Text Telephone (TTY) Users
384
Customer Assistance Offices
384
United States
384
Canada
385
All Overseas Locations
385
Mexico, Central America and Caribbean Islands/ Countries (Except Puerto Rico and U. S. Virgin Islands)
385
GM Mobility Program for Persons with Disabilities
385
Oldsmobile Roadside Assistance Program Features and Benefits
386
Security While You Travel
386
Canadian Roadside Assistance
387
Courtesy Transportation
388
Plan Ahead When Possible
388
Transportation Options
388
Shuttle Service
388
Public Transportation or Fuel Reimbursement
389
Courtesy Rental Vehicle
389
Additional Program Information
389
Warranty Information
390
REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS TO THE UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT
390
REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS TO THE CANADIAN GOVERNMENT
391
REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS TO GENERAL MOTORS
391
FAQ about the 2002 Oldsmobile Bravada Manual
What contains the 2002 Bravada manual?
The Oldsmobile Bravada owner's manual is a comprehensive guide provided by Oldsmobile to assist owners in understanding and operating their specific model of the Oldsmobile Bravada. It contains important information about the vehicle's features, functions, and maintenance requirements. A general overview of what you might find in a Oldsmobile Bravada 2002 owner's manual:
- Technical Information, like engine specifications, tire sizes, and recommendations
- Warranty Information, about the vehicle's warranty coverage
- Fuel Information, with recommended fuel type and fuel tank capacity
- Customer Assistance, with contact information for customer support
- Handling the Unexpected, including tire changes, jump-starting, and common car issues
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